Bridge Preparation for Departure Checklist

Bridge

Preparation for Departure Checklist

   Port:                        .

Vessel:                             .                Date:                        .

No.	Items	Comment
1	Are the gyro & repeaters started & settled?
2	Are gyro & repeaters tested?
3	Are indicators for speed, distance, rudder & propeller in order?
4	Echo sounder checked.
5	Testing gear held. (To be recorded in logbook)
6	Instruction for steering gear change over posted.
7	Communication from / to bridge tested.
8	Signals (aldis lamps-f’cle Bell-whistle & shapes).
9	Bridge windows, wipers tested.
10	Navigation lights & alternative tested.
11	Are radars checked & in order.
12	Communication between bridge & engine room.
13	Navigational warning & weather forecast reports received.
14	Passage plan prepared (SPM 20/3).
15	Charts-pilots-list of lights-tide tables, available & up-to-date).
15	Vessel’s documents & certificates onboard.

2^nd Officer:

Name:                                               .

Signature:                                         .

                                                                                               Master:

                                                                                               Name:                                                          .

                                    Signature