Difference between revisions of "Departure checklist"
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** ( rest can be done down below) | ** ( rest can be done down below) | ||
** VHF radio operation | ** VHF radio operation | ||
| − | ** Only sit-down use of toilet | + | ** head use |
| − | ** No toilet paper in toilet | + | *** Only sit-down use of toilet |
| − | ** Use lunch bag for used TP | + | *** No toilet paper in toilet |
| − | ** Point out buttons on head to those who don't know | + | *** Use lunch bag for used TP |
| + | *** Point out buttons on head to those who don't know | ||
Latest revision as of 12:45, 4 September 2024
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 (digital display in the tachometer - turn the key to the “accessory” position)
- bilge pump cycles
- fuel state
- engine oil and coolant levels and top off if necessary
- Check serpentine belt tightness
- Check for drips in the tray under the engine
- Check bilge water level and pump operation
- Remove cowl vents and replace with caps
- Configure electrical panels to desired operation
- 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, demonstrate when practical):
- avoiding the boom - get low if you feel anything funny happening
- winch operation and safety, including handle
- lack of lifelines and safety when moving around the boat
- man overboard procedures (yell, point, throw, commence skipper's pickup procedure)
- location and use of life jackets
- location and use of fire extinguishers
- calling out conflicting traffic
- ( rest can be done down below)
- VHF radio operation
- head use
- Only sit-down use of toilet
- No toilet paper in toilet
- Use lunch bag for used TP
- Point out buttons on head to those who don't know
