Checklists Bridge checklist before arrivalPreparations before the pilot station and port approach. Print Clear ticks VesselDateChecked by Arrival part of the passage plan checked with the latest port information, tides and weather.ETA, draft and requirements sent to agent, port and VTS; reporting points marked on the chart.Main engine tested astern and changed to manoeuvring fuel and mode in good time.Steering changed to hand, second steering pump running, helmsman on the wheel.Anchors cleared and ready to let go, anchor party standing by.Pilot ladder rigged on the right side and height, lit, with lifebuoy and officer in attendance.Mooring stations manned, lines and heaving lines ready, communication with stations tested.Master/pilot information exchange prepared: pilot card, manoeuvring data and passage plan. Remarks Reference only. Follow your company's SMS procedures and the maker's manual. seavint.com/checklists/pre-arrival ChecklistsDeck and navigationBridge checklist before departureEquipment tests and preparations on the bridge before leaving port. 8 itemsTaking over the navigational watchWhat the relieving officer checks before accepting the watch. 8 itemsAnchoring checklistPlanning, letting go and keeping an anchor watch. 8 itemsPilot boarding arrangementRigging and checking the pilot ladder and the boarding station. 8 itemsEngine roomEngine room watch roundWhat to look at, listen to and record on every round of the engine room. 10 itemsBefore starting a diesel generatorChecks before starting a generator engine and putting it on the switchboard. 9 itemsBunkering checklist (engine side)Before, during and after taking fuel on board. 10 itemsBefore entering an enclosed spaceTanks, void spaces, cofferdams, boilers and crankcases. 8 itemsWeekly emergency generator testStarting, running and checking the emergency generator and its switchboard. 8 items