Departure checklist
From MITNA
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
- 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
