Training Checklist - NSBC 4

Reference:	National Safer Boating Council Instructor Certification Course Close-Quarters Checksheet; Objectives 15-23, 24-26
Timeframe:	3 hours, On-Water Training
Vessel Type:	Powerboat Less than 26 feet

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NSBC 2 : Training Checklist

0.0 Preparation for Trip

Waiver signed
Pre-departure checklist and safety briefing
Proper lifejacket
Inspection of boat systems and safety equipment
Obtain weather conditions and forecast
Discuss any potential hazards or conditions in the area
Explain how to safely board the vessel
Prepare the boat for departure

1.0 Proper Lookout

Maintain a Proper Look-Out

2.0 Steering Rules (Rules of the Road)

Comply with the Steering Rules

3.0 Aids to Navigation

Identify Navigation Aids

4.0 Recognize Plowing Mode

Recognize Plowing Mode

5.0 Transitioning to/from Planing Mode

Coming up onto plane
Coming down off plane

6.0 Boat and Engine Trim in Planing Mode

Use of Trim Tabs to Correct Listing
Use of Engine to Adjust Bow Altitude
Find Cruising Speed (RPM)

7.0 Steering Straight into Planing Mode

Steer Straight Toward a Distant Object (for 500 yards)
Steer at a Different Object

8.0 Turning in Planing Mode

Gradual (Wide) Turn on a Plane
Sharp (Tight) Turn on a Plane

9.0 Crossing Waves in Planing Mode

Encountering Waves and Wakes in Planing Mode

10.0 Stopping in Planing Mode

Coast to Stop from Plane
Urgency Stop from Plane (within 5 Boat Lengths)

11.0 Avoidance Turns ("S" Turn) on Plane

Swerve to Avoid Object Ahead

12.0 Person Overboard Retrieval

Return to & Retrieve a Person Overboard (w/in 10 Feet; < 1 Min)

13.0 Secure the Boat

Prepare to Leave the Boat Unattended

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