Ship Pre-Departure Checklist

1. Documentation

• Voyage Plan Ready & Reviewed
• Certificates & Permits Onboard
• Crew List Updated
• Cargo Documentation Complete

2. Safety Equipment

• Lifeboats & Life Jackets Checked
• Firefighting Equipment Inspected
• Navigation Lights Functioning
• First Aid Kit Complete

3. Machinery & Systems

• Main Engine Operational
• Steering Gear Tested
• Communication Systems Checked
• Alarm Systems Functional

4. Deck & Cargo

• Cargo Secured
• Decks Clear of Obstructions
• Hatches & Doors Closed
• Ballast & Stability Checked

5. Miscellaneous

• Weather Checked
• Fuel & Water Sufficient
• Garbage Disposal Arranged
• Notices to Crew Given