Cruise Ship Tender Boat Pre-Operation Inspection

Pre-operation inspection for cruise ship tender boats used for shore transfer, verifying propulsion readiness, fuel and fluid levels, required safety equipment, passenger capacity postings, and coxswain qualification before service.

Inspection Details

• Vessel identification recorded
  Record tender boat name, ID number, or hull identifier.
• Inspection date and time recorded
  Document when the pre-operation inspection was completed.
• Assigned coxswain identified
  Record the name or employee ID of the operator assigned for this run.

Engine, Fuel, and Mechanical Readiness

• Engine starts normally and idles without abnormal noise or vibration
  Verify the engine starts on demand and runs smoothly at idle.
• Fuel level sufficient for planned transfer and reserve
  Record fuel quantity or percentage and confirm it meets the planned route requirement.
• Engine oil level within operating range
  Confirm oil level is within the manufacturer operating range and no active leak is present.
• Cooling system and bilge area free of leaks or abnormal water accumulation
  Inspect for fuel, oil, coolant, or water leaks in the engine compartment and bilge.

Required Safety Equipment

• Life ring present, accessible, and in serviceable condition
  Confirm a life ring is onboard, unobstructed, and ready for immediate use.
• Required life jackets available for all passengers and crew
  Verify the number of life jackets meets or exceeds the maximum persons onboard.
• Fire extinguisher present, charged, and accessible
  Confirm required fire extinguisher(s) are mounted or stored for immediate access and show a valid charge indicator.
• Bilge pump operational
  Test bilge pump operation or verify operational status before departure.

Passenger Capacity, Posting, and Boarding Controls

• Passenger capacity posting visible and legible
  Confirm the maximum passenger capacity sign is posted where passengers and crew can see it.
• Planned passenger count does not exceed posted capacity
  Record the planned passenger count for this trip and verify it is within posted limits.
• Boarding area clear and safe for passenger transfer
  Check that boarding surfaces, handholds, and access points are clear of trip hazards and obstructions.

Coxswain Qualification and Operational Authorization

• Assigned coxswain holds current authorization for this vessel
  Verify the operator is authorized, trained, and approved to operate the tender boat.
• Required operating credentials verified
  Confirm the coxswain's license, certification, or company qualification is current and available for review.
• Crew briefed on route, weather, and emergency procedures
  Verify the coxswain and crew have reviewed the transfer route, weather conditions, passenger handling, and emergency actions.