Top Ten Rules Of The Boat

[Spottsville]

I want to put together the: Top Ten "Rules of the Boat"

What are your boats: "Top Ten Rules"?

 

[Blue Heron]

No Pissy Attitudes.

 

[RCook]

This may not be exactly what you were looking for, but might give you some ideas:


Introduction for Guests On Board

1. BE CAREFUL – YOU COULD GET HURT

Know where to find (and how to use) Safety Gear:
PFD’s
Throw Cushions
Throw Rope
Fire Extinguishers
First Aid Kit

Move SLOWLY around the boat. Use the handholds.

Before you step up onto anything, look first, and get a good handhold.

If you sit on the gunwale, hold onto something solid. Don’t sit on the transom door.

Don’t put any part of yourself between boat and dock.

Don’t leave the cabin door open while we’re underway, unless it’s securely latched open.
It’s heavy, and it can slam closed very suddenly. Ask for help if you need it.

At Lake Powell: protect yourself from strong sun and dehydration, with sunglasses, sunscreen and long clothing. Drink plenty of water.

FOR YOUNGER BOATERS
Ask for help if you want something from the refrigerator.
Ask for help if you want to open or close the transom door.
Don’t step up on the gunwales, go up on top, out to the bow, or out onto the swim step,
without wearing your PFD, and getting permission.


2. RESPECT the BOAT and EQUIPMENT

ONLY non-marking shoes are OK on board.
Keep your shoes clean, so you can help keep the deck clean and not damaged.
Keep seats and bedding clean. Keep shoes (or anything else dirty) off.

Be especially careful not to spill stuff. If a spill does happen, ask for cleanup help.

Use the toilet exactly as instructed – make sure you know how, or get help.
It’s not just like a home toilet.

Put things away when you’re done with them.
Don’t leave stuff out loose – it tends to go flying.

Don’t push any buttons or flip any switches without permission.

Don’t waste fresh water. Turn it on VERY slowly, and run it ONLY while you are actually using it.
Be careful with the hot water – it’s really hot.


3. RESPECT the ENVIRONMENT and OTHER BOATERS

No garbage overboard or on shore. Put garbage into the right containers on board.

No loud noises early in the morning or late in the evening.


4. LEARN HOW TO CALL FOR HELP IN AN EMERGENCY

Find out how to make a call on the radio, and how to tell the boat’s position.

 

[bshanafelt]

check your fuel supply.

 

[Tony B]

......
Don’t put any part of yourself between boat and dock........

I certainly disagree with that item. I specifically instructed my wife to do just that in the event of a difficult docking situation.

We all have our own rules I guess.

 

[markpierce]

 

[Earl34Mainship]

It's the Captain who's in charge.

 

[Spottsville]

Here are mine so far........

Welcome to the Motor Vessel ______________________
We want your time onboard is to be Safe and Enjoyable!

SO HERE ARE THE RULES (You are expected to follow them or please stay on the dock).

1. There is only one Captain on board ______name____________.
2. This is a 70,000 pound boat, do not get in-between the boat and the dock (or other boats) at any time.
3. Do Not Jump for the dock or another boat under any circumstance
4. Children should not be on the deck unattended.
5. Non-swimmers must wear a life preserver while on deck.
6. Shoes OFF inside the boat.
7. If someone falls overboard, yell "Man Overboard" and beat on the boat. STAY WHERE YOU ARE AND KEEP YOUR EYES ON THE PERSON IN THE WATER SO WE CAN COME BACK TO THEM.
8. Nothing in the toilets except human waste and toilet paper.
9. Report and sign of smoke or odd smells to the captain.
10. HAVE FUN, BUT HAVE FUN SAFELY!!

Norm and Viv Miller

 

[CPseudonym]

Always keep one hand for the boat

 

[123]

 

[Spottsville]

I had not thought of that!

Sent from my iPad using Trawler

 

[Forkliftt]

Nothing goes into the head that hasn't been eaten first!

 

[hmason]

No Cheetos. EVER.

 

[Bay Pelican]

All breakdowns shall occur at 10 am on a sunny warm Monday morning when we are safely tied to the dock.

Marty

 

[Tony B]

Nothing goes into the head that hasn't been eaten first!

Do you actually eat toilet paper with your meals?

 

[O C Diver]

The Rules:

1. The captain is always right.
2. If the captain is wrong, see rule 1.

Ted

 

[N4712]

No Cheetos. EVER.

+1 The golden rule :lol:

 

[skipperdude]

# 1. Don't rock the boat.

# 2. ??

 

[MikeD]

I prepared the following lists for a 'boys' fishing trip a while ago. Many of the items list have already been listed, but anyway....


I combined it with a safety briefing that I normally give to new people on board.



-Mike



SAFETY BRIEFING

• Location of life jackets.
• Location of life buoy.
• Location of fire extinguishers.
• Location of first aid kits.
• Location and operation of the EPIRB.
• Location of ropes and fenders.
• Diesel heater safety.
• Deck wash operation (do not turn off tap in cockpit if pump is running).
  
  Note: there is also a deck wash tap in the anchor well for washing the chain and anchor during retrieval. In this case the cockpit tap should be closed and the tap in the anchor well opened.

HOUSE RULES

• No shoes in the saloon.
• Do not crush cans on the deck.
• Turn off LPG at switch by oven when not in use.
• Turn off cabin lights when not in use.
• Glass top on oven must be open when using the oven, grill and or elements.
• Do not put items on the oven top that may scratch the surface.
• Do not put hot pots or the kettle directly on the bench top.
• Bags to be stowed during the day.
• Stow any sleeping bags on the bunks in the cabin during the day.
• Please conserve water.
• Do not flush anything down the toilet that you have not eaten (toilet paper is OK).

 

[MikeD]

I almost forgot, we have one more rule.....

No bananas are allowed on the boat!

-Mike

 

[Forkliftt]

Do you actually eat toilet paper with your meals?

Actually- no...., exception one!

 

[FF]

NO SMOKING

Anyone caught smoking will be used as CHUM!

 

[alberto]

Just one:
"Be prudent. Do not change a pleasure day for a drama"

 

[denverd0n]

Long-time sailor, here because I'm thinking about switching to a trawler. This is my first "real" post (already posted an introduction). One comment from my days aboard sailboats, that seems to hold here, too, is that people are reluctant to be blunt about the head. I am not. When it comes to the head, here is what I tell visitors...

There are four things, and ONLY four things that you may put into the head: 1) water, 2) urine, 3) feces, 4) toilet paper. ABSOLUTELY NOTHING ELSE!

 

[bshillam]

Great thinking

This may not be exactly what you were looking for, but might give you some ideas:


Introduction for Guests On Board

1. BE CAREFUL – YOU COULD GET HURT

Know where to find (and how to use) Safety Gear:
PFD’s
Throw Cushions
Throw Rope
Fire Extinguishers
First Aid Kit

Move SLOWLY around the boat. Use the handholds.

Before you step up onto anything, look first, and get a good handhold.

If you sit on the gunwale, hold onto something solid. Don’t sit on the transom door.

Don’t put any part of yourself between boat and dock.

Don’t leave the cabin door open while we’re underway, unless it’s securely latched open.
It’s heavy, and it can slam closed very suddenly. Ask for help if you need it.

At Lake Powell: protect yourself from strong sun and dehydration, with sunglasses, sunscreen and long clothing. Drink plenty of water.

FOR YOUNGER BOATERS
Ask for help if you want something from the refrigerator.
Ask for help if you want to open or close the transom door.
Don’t step up on the gunwales, go up on top, out to the bow, or out onto the swim step,
without wearing your PFD, and getting permission.


2. RESPECT the BOAT and EQUIPMENT

ONLY non-marking shoes are OK on board.
Keep your shoes clean, so you can help keep the deck clean and not damaged.
Keep seats and bedding clean. Keep shoes (or anything else dirty) off.

Be especially careful not to spill stuff. If a spill does happen, ask for cleanup help.

Use the toilet exactly as instructed – make sure you know how, or get help.
It’s not just like a home toilet.

Put things away when you’re done with them.
Don’t leave stuff out loose – it tends to go flying.

Don’t push any buttons or flip any switches without permission.

Don’t waste fresh water. Turn it on VERY slowly, and run it ONLY while you are actually using it.
Be careful with the hot water – it’s really hot.


3. RESPECT the ENVIRONMENT and OTHER BOATERS

No garbage overboard or on shore. Put garbage into the right containers on board.

No loud noises early in the morning or late in the evening.


4. LEARN HOW TO CALL FOR HELP IN AN EMERGENCY

Find out how to make a call on the radio, and how to tell the boat’s position.

I might just have to use you as reference, thanks for taking the time to put that list together. Very well thought out. Prior to inviting friends and family to the boat I might send this to them.

 

[BaltimoreLurker]

While underway there must be at least one absolutely stone cold sober person on the boat. And that is me. Everyone else is allowed to drink. Women are encouraged to do so.

 

[Tad Roberts]

Seems like lots of rules....we only have 3

#1 Stay in the boat!

#2 Keep the water out of the boat!

#3 Don't hit stuff!

 

[GFC]

I only have two rules....

#1 Have Fun
#2 No Red Wine

 

[Boydski]

I only have two rules....

#1 Have Fun
#2 No Red Wine

Those are good ones. I have it reduced to one rule now...

#1 Don't be a dick.

 

[FlyWright]

We have printed and laminated a small vessel information and safety briefing card for our guests. they are 5x8 and printed on both sides. While we're prepping for departure, we hand them a card to keep them busy and stationary. Here's what we use:

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Welcome Aboard
FlyWright​

We are delighted to have you as our guest and hope your time cruising and fishing with us will be fun, interesting and relaxing.

The motor vessel FlyWright is a 34 foot Californian Long Range Cruiser (LRC) trawler. It was built by the Marshall Boat Company in Tustin, CA in 1977. 238 were built from 1977 to 1985.

FlyWright spent many of her original years in Alaska. She moved south with a new owner around the year 2000 and spent the next 7 years in the San Francisco Bay and near coastal waters. We purchased her in 2007 and moved her to the fresh waters of the California Delta.

Her twin 85HP Perkins diesel engines propel her at a top speed of 10 knots (11.5 mph) and a cruise speed of 7.5 knots (8.6 mph). She burns about 2.8 gph total at cruise, delivering 3 miles per gallon. Her 250 gallon fuel tanks allow a 675 mile range with 10% fuel reserves.

She holds 75 gallons of fresh water, has 2 staterooms and one head. She can comfortably handle 6 for drinks, 4 for dinner and 2 overnight.

FlyWright is 36.8 feet long, 12.4 feet wide, drafts 3.2 feet and has a displacement of 18000 lbs (9 tons). Her electronics include radar, dual chart plotters with triple-redundant GPS, autopilot, dual VHF radios with emergency one-button calling, hailer, fog horn and, for your entertainment, WIFI, Bluetooth stereo and HDTV. (continued on reverse side)

We want you to be comfortable and safe while on board, so please keep the following in mind:

1. We know you would like to help and we appreciate your offer, but we much prefer that you relax and enjoy the ride unless we specifically ask you to assist. Please do not be offended if we remind you to enjoy yourself.
2. We would appreciate your not visiting with us when we are leaving or approaching a dock or securing the boat. We need to concentrate fully on what we are doing.
3. We know it’s natural for you to want to grab a line and help us. Please don’t. If you see a problem we may have missed, please being it to our attention.
4. Please don’t be embarrassed when we show you how to operate the toilet (head). It’s in everyone’s best interest as there are no plumbers out on the water.
5. Don’t try to fix, adjust or force anything. Ask us first how to do what you need done.
6. Watch your step and your head. Always keep one hand for yourself and the other hand for the boat. Make sure your personal items are secure so they don’t roll, fall or blow away.
7. This vessel has a waste management plan. Please do not throw any trash or debris overboard.

Personal flotation devices (life jackets) are located under the flybridge bench seat.

Fire extinguishers are in clearly marked galley cabinets and engine room forward entry door.

If there is anything we can do to make your time on FlyWright more enjoyable, please ask.

Welcome Aboard

FlyWright​