Difference between revisions of "Departure checklist"
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** avoiding the boom | ** avoiding the boom | ||
** lack of lifelines and safety when moving around the boat | ** lack of lifelines and safety when moving around the boat | ||
| − | ** man overboard procedures | + | ** man overboard procedures (yell, point, throw) |
** location and use of life jackets | ** location and use of life jackets | ||
** location and use of fire extinguishers | ** location and use of fire extinguishers | ||
Revision as of 18:30, 9 September 2022
This is the checklist of things to do before getting underway.
- Check recent log entries
- Make log entry, including at least the following:
- date and time
- full name of each person on board
- engine hours (next to tachometer)
- bilge pump cycles
- fuel state
- Check engine oil and coolant levels and top off if necessary
- Check bilge water level and pump operation
- Configure electrical panels to desired operation, typically
- Place at lease one throwable PFD in cockpit (located in locker across from head or in lazarette hatch)
- Give basic lecture for new sailors (must be less than 10 minutes):
- avoiding the boom
- lack of lifelines and safety when moving around the boat
- man overboard procedures (yell, point, throw)
- location and use of life jackets
- location and use of fire extinguishers
- VHF radio operation
- winch operation and safety, including handle
- hydration / seasickness
- calling out conflicting traffic
- Review rules of the head with crew:
- No toilet paper in toilet
- Only sit-down use of toilet
