Pre-Departure Checklist

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0/9 Required Items

0/28 total items checked

Required: 0/9Total: 0/28

Required Safety Equipment

0/8
PFDs - 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

0/8
Weather 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

0/4
Charts/chartplotter for route area
Tides and currents checked for route
Local notices to mariners reviewed
Compass checked / GPS working

Passenger Safety

0/4
Passenger safety briefing conducted
Man overboard plan reviewed with crew
First aid kit on board
Sunscreen, water, shade available

Vessel

0/4
Dock 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.