0/9 Required Items
0/28 total items checked
Required: 0/9Total: 0/28
Required Safety Equipment
0/8PFDs - one per person, proper size, accessibleUSCG REQ
Throwable device (Type IV) - boats 16ft+USCG REQ
Fire extinguisher(s) - charged, accessibleUSCG REQ
Visual distress signals (flares/flag)USCG REQ
Sound-producing device (horn/whistle)USCG REQ
Navigation lights operationalUSCG REQ
Registration/documentation on boardUSCG REQ
VHF radio - on Ch 16, workingUSCG REQ
Pre-Departure
0/8Weather forecast checked - conditions acceptable
Float plan filed with someone ashore
Fuel - 1/3 out, 1/3 back, 1/3 reserve
Bilge pumps tested, bilge dry
Batteries charged, switches set
Engine check - oil, belts, coolant, impeller
Through-hulls and seacocks checked
Anchor and rode ready to deploy
Navigation
0/4Charts/chartplotter for route area
Tides and currents checked for route
Local notices to mariners reviewed
Compass checked / GPS working
Passenger Safety
0/4Passenger safety briefing conducted
Man overboard plan reviewed with crew
First aid kit on board
Sunscreen, water, shade available
Vessel
0/4Dock lines and fenders ready
Hatches and ports secured
Loose gear stowed
Drain plug installedUSCG REQ
Emergency Reference
USCG
Ch 16 VHF
156.800 MHz
Cell Phone
*CG (*24)
Coast Guard
Emergency
911
Nearshore only
TowBoatUS
800-391-4869
Non-emergency tow
Based on USCG Federal Requirements for Recreational Boats. Required items vary by vessel length and water body. Check your state regulations.