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Vessel Familiarization for New Crew

by David smith, from the Community

Use this vessel familiarization checklist to orient new crew quickly and safely. The template covers stage one requirements within 24 hours or before sailing and stage two within 7 days. Topics include alarm signals, muster stations, cabin safety equipment, lifejackets and rafts, emergency escapes, EPIRB and SART, watertight door operation, SOPEP equipment, first aid and medical gear, fixed firefighting systems, PPE use, MSDS, confined spaces, radio channels, and ISPS security routines. It also reinforces MARPOL garbage management and essential onboard policies.

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A13 Crew Familiarisation Checklist
This A13 Crew Familiarisation checklist guides new yacht crew through critical safety and security induction. It covers 24-hour onboarding before sailing, including muster list, muster station and duties, alarm signals, nearby safety equipment, and safe operation of watertight, fire, and weather-tight doors. It includes demonstrations of fire extinguishers, lifejackets, immersion suits, and emergency escape routes. Within seven days, it addresses ship security responsibilities aligned with the Ship Security Plan, access control, MARSEC levels, screening, CCTV, restricted areas, and SSAS activation. Watchkeeping familiarisation includes bridge basics, vessel rounds, mooring and tender checks, and housekeeping and temperature checks. Stage Two within 14 days reinforces use of all firefighting and lifesaving equipment, fixed systems, SOPEP equipment, first aid and medical locations, and responses to fire, medical, man overboard, and pollution incidents. References include SOLAS, ISM, COSWP, SMS and onboard policies.
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J02 Familiarization Checklist
Standardize crew onboarding and safety orientation with this J02 Familiarization checklist for yachts and other vessels. Capture dates and signatures, brief crew on roles from the muster list, emergency alarms, and watertight doors, and walk through bridge, deck, and engine room orientation. Verify knowledge of firefighting gear, lifesaving appliances, PPE, permit to work, pollution prevention, security levels and CCTV, and how to contact the DPA. Use it to document readiness before sailing in line with ISM Code requirements.
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Vessel Inspection Checklist
This comprehensive vessel inspection checklist helps crews and operators assess seaworthiness and compliance. It covers bridge documents and certifications, logbooks, radio and navigation systems, stability and mooring, crew training and PPE, lifesaving appliances, safe access and deck conditions, watertight integrity, machinery and electrical safety, lifting and towing gear, fire detection and firefighting equipment, pollution prevention (SOPEP), incident reporting and investigations, emergency procedures and drills, medical care and first aid readiness, crew accommodation, ventilation and lighting, housekeeping and waste management, sanitation, and galley hygiene with food storage and temperature checks.
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Monthly Vessel Inspection Checklist
Use this monthly vessel inspection checklist to systematically review decks, foredeck, bridge, and main areas, including watertight doors, ladders and rails, lifesaving appliances, and firefighting gear. Verify hoses, hydrants, extinguishers, alarms, and detectors, and assess liferafts, lifejackets, flares, EPIRB, and SART. Inspect engine room, galley, cabins, and tender for leaks, lighting, navigation systems, and safety readiness. Record issues, attach photos, assign corrective actions, and capture sign offs to maintain seaworthiness and compliance on every voyage.
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