Chapter 5
5-2
• Is the operator sober, alert and ready to skipper the vessel?
• Have all passengers been tted for life jackets?
• Has a oat plan been led and le with a component person?
• Has the bilge been sni ed and the fuel system leak checked?
• Are all seacocks open (if applicable)?
• Is all communication equipment in good operating condition?
• Has a second person been briefed on operational procedures
should the skipper become disabled?
• Are all gauges and electrical switches functioning properly?
• Has weather information been gathered and analyzed?
Underway Questionnaire
• A er casting o have all dock lines and fenders been stowed?
• Are all passengers seated and all transom doors closed?
• As skipper are you monitoring the dash gauges for changes?
• As skipper are you on the lookout for changing weather?
• As skipper are you checking for abnormal vibration?
• Is the remote control safety lanyard (if equipped) tightly
secured to your belt or clothing?
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