BAADS New Sailor Training

Topic T1B2- Preps for Getting Underway

1) Waivers

2) Float Plans

3) Removing Covers
a. Hatch/Companionway
b. Winches
c. Seats
d. Sail

4) Engine Checks
a. Fuel
b. Water
c. Oil
d. Bilge
e. Stern Gland

5) Power Options
a. Shore Power (Disconnect)
b. Onboard System (Switch Positions)

6) Safety Checks
a. Lines
b. Standing Rigging
c. Life Preservers
d. Bilge Pumps
e. Rudder Control

7) Electronic Gear Set-up
a. Radio
b. Other Indicators
c. Joystick

8) Rigging Preps
a. Main Halyard
b. Sheets
c. Roller Reefing Line
d. Mooring Lines
e. Lifelines

9) Personnel Assignments
a. Skipper
b. Mooring Lines
c. Fenders
d. Lookout
e. Other Line-Handlers
f. Seating Arrangements