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Operation #2: Leave a Departure Point6 NOTE: Departure point may be a dock, slip, mooring, ramp, shoreline, etc.
#2.1 The operator is able to:
A: Check for a clear departure... B: by using a 360° scan to confirm a clear path of departure with no conflicts with the boat’s intended actions and with boats/activities in the vicinity and ensuring that departure is not a hazard for others.
Understanding the Element
Checking for clear departure is essential given how often it takes place in a situation where other boats and or objects are in close proximity, which increases the risk of collision.
Designing Instruction • Practice this skill under various conditions of wind, current, and proximity to other boats. • If passengers are aboard, brief them to help maintain a proper lookout.
• A 360° scan is not a one-time event and must be repeated throughout the departure maneuver, especially in a crowded area.
Assessing Performance Level
Successful Performance
Needs Improvement
Unacceptable (Unsuccessful) Performance
3 2 1
The operator:
Performs 360° visual scan to confirm a clear path of departure, with no conflicts with the boat’s intended actions and with boats/activities in the vicinity. Checks to ensure that departure is not a hazard for others and propulsion unit is clear.
The operator:
Performs incomplete visual scan to confirm a clear path of departure or check to ensure no conflicts with the boat’s intended actions and with boats/activities in the vicinity, and that departure is not a hazard for others. Checks to ensure propulsion unit is clear.
The operator:
Fails to perform visual scan to confirm a clear path of departure. Fails to ensure propulsion unit is clear.
Accidents
reported from a primary cause of “improper lookout” result in about 370 injuries each year.
Proficiency description
6. Accidents when launching or loading a vessel are typically not collected or included within Recreational Boating Statistics. Therefore, the number of actual casualties associated with docking and undocking a vessel are greater than reported for Operation #2: Leave a Departure Point.
This Technical Support Document was produced in part through USCG grant funds to develop National On-Water Skills Standards. 28 ©2022 United States Sailing Association. Facilitated by Think First Serve.
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