USPS

Boater’s Pre-Departure Checklist

Boater’s Pre-Departure

• Minimum Federal Required Equipment

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• State Registration Documentation 

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• State Numbering Displayed 

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• Certificate of Documentation 

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• Lifejackets (PFDs) - one for each person

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• Throwable PFD

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• Visual Distress Signals

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• Fire Extinguishers (fully charged) 

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• Proper Ventilation

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• Backfire Flame Arrestor

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• Sound Producing Device(s)

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• Navigation lights

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• Oil Pollution Placard 

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• Garbage Placard

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• Marine Sanitation Device

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• Navigation rules

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• Any Additional State Requirements 

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• Recommended Equipment

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• VHF Marine Radio 

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• Anchor and Tackle 

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• Chart(s) of Area & Navigation Tools 

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• Magnetic Compass 

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• Fenders and Boat Hook

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• Mooring Lines and Heaving line

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• Manual Bilge Pump or Bailing Device

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• Tool Kit

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• Spare Parts (fuses, spark plugs, belts, etc)

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• Spare Battery (fully charged) 

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• Spare Propeller

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• Spare Propeller

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• Alternate Propulsion (paddles/oar)

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• Flashlight & Batteries

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• Search Light 

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• First Aid Kit

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• Sunscreen (SPF 30+) 

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• Mirror

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• Food and Water 

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• Extra Clothing 

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• AM - FM Radio

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• Cellular Phone

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• Binoculars

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• Safety Checks and Tests

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• Test Marine Radio (voice call) 

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• Test Navigation and Anchor Lights

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• Test Steering (free movement)

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• Test Tilt / Trim

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• Test Bilge Pump

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• Check for any excessive water in bilges 

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• Check Fuel System for any leaks 

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• Check Engine Fluids 

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• Ensure Boat Plug is properly installed

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• Check Electrical System

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• Check Galley / Heating Systems

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• Check Gauges (i.e. batteries)

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• Check Fuel Amount

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• Ensure Anchor is ready for use

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• Check load of vessel and secure gear from shifting 

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• Ensure passengers know Emergency Procedures and Equipment Location

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• Everyone put on a Lifejacket to check for proper fitting. 

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• Check the Weather Forecast 

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• File a Float Plan with family or friend 

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