When you get to the boat ramp you intend to launch it pays to pull over before lining up and ensure the below things are done
- Ensure there is enough life jackets for everybody on board
- Bungs in (3 in most transoms plus other bungs in the underfloor storage bins)
- Prop flag off
- Rear tie down strops taken off
- Fenders in place if tying up beside
- Bow and stern ropes in place
- Battery isolation switch turned on
- VHF and AM/FM aerials are up
- Make sure D shackle will undo and if not get an appropriate tool ready