Ship Departure Checklist

• Vessel Name

• Conducted on

  Date

• Prepared by

• Location
  Address

Navigation and communication

• All persons on board have had vessel orientations (SOLAS Ch III, Reg 19 Pt. 2.1, 2.2)

  Done

  Not Yet Done

  Not Applicable

• Crew list updated for voyage plan

  Done

  Not Yet Done

  Not Applicable

• Authorities notified of departure—all permissions/ authorizations to depart received

  Done

  Not Yet Done

  Not Applicable

• Necessary charts and publications available and updated (SOLAS V Reg. 27)

  Done

  Not Yet Done

  Not Applicable

• Flags for destination and alternates on board

  Done

  Not Yet Done

  Not Applicable

• Check day shapes (if applicable)

  Done

  Not Yet Done

  Not Applicable

• Check running lights, spot lights and indicator/ instrument panel lights (SOLAS V Reg.19)

  Done

  Not Yet Done

  Not Applicable

• Check bell, horn and whistle (46 CFR 131.505) (SOLAS V Reg.26) (33CFR 164.25(d))

  Done

  Not Yet Done

  Not Applicable

• Check that radios are working and set to correct frequencies

  Done

  Not Yet Done

  Not Applicable

• Test portable VHF radios

  Done

  Not Yet Done

  Not Applicable

• Test communications between bridge and eng room (SOLAS Ch5 Reg. 20 Pt. 2.3)

  Done

  Not Yet Done

  Not Applicable

• Turn on and test radars

  Done

  Not Yet Done

  Not Applicable

• Turn on and test AIS- ensure correct set-up

  Done

  Not Yet Done

  Not Applicable

• Test fathometer is working and settings are correct

  Done

  Not Yet Done

  Not Applicable

• Check that antennas, mast and rigging are in good condition and secured

  Done

  Not Yet Done

  Not Applicable

Documentation

• Log the draft in the Bridge log book. (46 CFR 131.510)

  Done

  Not Yet Done

  Not Applicable

• Check and log compasses are turned on and latitude settings for gyro are set correctly

  Done

  Not Yet Done

  Not Applicable

• Check and log that GMDSS is working properly

  Done

  Not Yet Done

  Not Applicable

• Check that port clearance and any other required documents are on board

  Done

  Not Yet Done

  Not Applicable

• Voyage plan completed, emailed to dpa@tdi-bi.com and in ship’s log (SOLAS V Reg.34)

  Done

  Not Yet Done

  Not Applicable

• Check certs of all marine crew and add statement to logbook that “All marine crew have been found qualified and certified”-- signed by Master

  Done

  Not Yet Done

  Not Applicable

Steering and propulsion

• Test steering gear (SOLAS ChV Reg 26 Pt 1-2)

  Done

  Not Yet Done

  Not Applicable

• Once engines are running, check engine tachometers and gauges are working properly. Briefly engage clutch to see that they are responding. Check control air pressure.

  Done

  Not Yet Done

  Not Applicable

• Turn on steering system and test rudders and rudder angle indicator

  Done

  Not Yet Done

  Not Applicable

• Once bow thruster is started, rotate the head and test the clutch/ throttle

  Done

  Not Yet Done

  Not Applicable

Safety

• See EPIRB and SARTS in place and properly mounted for deployment

  Done

  Not Yet Done

  Not Applicable

• Flash lights and emergency lights are working properly. (46 CFR 164.25)

  Done

  Not Yet Done

  Not Applicable

• Check life rafts, life rings, strobes and smoke buoys in place, properly stowed (46 CFR 131.540)

  Done

  Not Yet Done

  Not Applicable

• Secure loose objects on bridge

  Done

  Not Yet Done

  Not Applicable

Before cast-off

• Be sure everyone who will be sailing is aboard and everyone not sailing has departed.

  Done

  Not Yet Done

  Not Applicable

• Shore facilities disconnected, cables and hoses secured.

  Done

  Not Yet Done

  Not Applicable

• Sweet for stowaways. (ISPS Code and Vessel Security Plan)

  Done

  Not Yet Done

  Not Applicable

• Secure all watertight doors and hatches.

  Done

  Not Yet Done

  Not Applicable

• Secure loose gear on all decks.

  Done

  Not Yet Done

  Not Applicable

• Secure winch and crane.

  Done

  Not Yet Done

  Not Applicable

• Gangplank is stowed, secured and all safety chains reconnected.

  Done

  Not Yet Done

  Not Applicable

• No loose lines, rigging cables hanging in water or over the side

  Done

  Not Yet Done

  Not Applicable

• No obstructions or floating debris around the vessel

  Done

  Not Yet Done

  Not Applicable

• Man all mooring lines- ensure they are wearing proper PPE

  Done

  Not Yet Done

  Not Applicable

• Lookouts in place

  Done

  Not Yet Done

  Not Applicable

• Notify the engine room

  Done

  Not Yet Done

  Not Applicable

Right after cast-off

• Activate any radars- if in standby mode

  Done

  Not Yet Done

  Not Applicable

• Verify mooring lines are properly stowed

  Done

  Not Yet Done

  Not Applicable

In open water

• Secure anchor windlass for transit

  Done

  Not Yet Done

  Not Applicable

• Notify port authorities you are clear and set radios to standby frequencies

  Done

  Not Yet Done

  Not Applicable

Completion

• Comments

• Name and Signature

  Sign