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Vessel Operation
n Is the operator sober, alert and ready to skipper
the vessel?
n Have all passengers been fi tted for the proper size
life jackets?
n Has a fl oat plan been fi led and left with a
competent person?
n Has the bilge been sniffed and the fuel system leak
checked?
n Are the appropriate sea cocks open?
n Is all communication equipment in good operating
condition?
n Has a second person been briefed on operational,
emergency, and VHF procedures should the skipper
become disabled?
n Is all safety equipment accounted for and easily
accessible?
n Are navigation lights and sound signals in good
working condition?
n Is the bilge free of water and do the bilge pumps
operate?
GETTING UNDERWAY
Pre-Departure Questionnaire
n Have all fl uid levels been topped off?
n Is the fuel tank full?
n Are the propellers in good condition?
n Is the drain plug in place (dry stored vessels)?
n Have all passengers been briefed on all emergency
procedures and seated for departure? Is the boat load
balanced?
This chapter explores select
parts of running your vessel
from casting off to docking
and handling emergencies.
We recommend further
reading to enhance your
information on the chapter
topics. Also, become familiar with your engine owner’s
manual since many of the items noted here are found
there in further detail.
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