OUPV & 100-Ton Master · Operations — Pre-Underway Check
A prudent pre-underway check on a small passenger vessel includes verifying:
- AOnly the fuel level
- BLifesaving and firefighting gear, bilge/fuel/steering systems, navigation lights, and the passenger count against the COI✓ Correct
- CNothing if the weather is good
- DOnly the radio volume
Explanation
Before getting underway the operator confirms required safety equipment is aboard and serviceable, checks bilges, fuel, and steering, tests navigation lights as needed, reviews the weather, and ensures the passenger count is within the COI limit. A systematic check prevents getting underway with a hidden deficiency.
Authority: 46 CFR Subchapter T; good marine practice
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