Activity Topic Detail Instructor Notes Course
Pre-Departure
Discussion at dockside
Briefing by instructor
and skipper (if different
person)
Location of PFDs and
throwable devices for
MOB
Insure proper fit. All
students and instructors
must be wearing
them at all times
Sections
2 & 8
Location of fire
extinguishers, flares
and other VDS
Sections 2 & 3
Rules for person overboard
discharge and
trash
Placards & stickers
pointed out
and discussed
Sections 7 & 8
Location of on-board
electronics (GPS etc.)
Proper use and function
discussed and
demonstration of
interface if applicable
Section 3
Weather forecast /
tide-current
Discussion and
sources (VHF
radio, TV, phone,
Internet
Section 3
Float plan File approved USPS
float plan
Section 3
Visual tour of engine/
engines
Proper operating
procedures discussed
and if possible demonstrated
Section 3
Demonstration of
electrical panel
Demonstrate types
of lights and proper
switches for operation
of all electrical
systems
Section 3
Tour of boat Location of storage
spare parts,
safety equipment i.e.
flares, VDS, and first
aid kit
Section 3
Boat and Marina
Courtesy—Aids to
Navigation review
Discussion of expectations
of crew on the
boat and proper conduct
in Marinas
Section 3
While at the dock on the
boat
Demonstrations by
instructor
Hull type and composition
Visual inspection and
discussion of hull type
of demonstration boat
Section 1
Steering Demonstration of
type of steering used
on-board
Section 4
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