Pre-Departure Inspection Checklist

Crew & Safety Verification

Ensure voyage readiness with comprehensive pre-departure inspections. Verify crew competency, safety equipment, and vessel compliance before every sailing with our digital checklist system.

12,000+ Departures Verified 100% Safety Compliance
Pre-Departure Status Overview
Ready to Sail

Crew Verification

Compliant

Safety Equipment

Approved

Documentation

Next Check

2h

Departure Time

Launch Readiness Documentation

Generate comprehensive launch readiness certificates with all required documentation. Digital signatures, timestamps, and automated compliance verification ensure your vessel meets all regulatory requirements before departure.

Automated Certificates

Generate departure certificates instantly with all inspection data and signatures

Compliance Verification

Automatic checks against SOLAS, MARPOL, and local regulations

Instant Sharing

Share documentation with port authorities, charterers, and management instantly

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Launch Certificate
Ready to Generate
Draft
Vessel:
MV Ocean Star
Departure:
14:00 UTC
Port:
Singapore
Destination:
Dubai
24/24
Crew Verified
100%
Safety Check
Master's Approval

Complete Pre-Departure Vessel Checklist

Comprehensive digital checklist covering all essential pre-departure inspection steps and safety requirements.

Crew Verification

Verify crew certificates, licenses, medical fitness, rest hours, and watchkeeping schedules before departure.

Safety Equipment Check

Inspect lifeboats, life rafts, life jackets, fire extinguishers, EPIRB, SART, and all emergency equipment.

Deck Equipment

Check anchors, mooring lines, cargo securing equipment, hatch covers, and deck machinery status.

Engine Room Readiness

Verify main engine, auxiliary systems, fuel levels, cooling systems, and emergency generators.

Navigation Systems

Test GPS, radar, AIS, ECDIS, gyro compass, and all communication equipment functionality.

Documentation Review

Verify all statutory certificates, port clearance, cargo documents, and voyage plans are complete.

Comprehensive Crew Checklist

Detailed crew verification system ensuring all personnel are qualified, certified, and fit for duty.

Certificate Verification
  • Certificate of Competency (CoC)
  • STCW Certifications
  • Medical Fitness Certificates
  • Passport & Visa Validity
  • Seaman's Book
  • Special Training Certificates
Rest Hours & Fitness
  • Minimum rest hours compliance
  • Alcohol & drug testing records
  • Fatigue assessment
  • Medical condition declaration
  • Watchkeeping schedule
  • Physical fitness verification
Training & Drills
  • Safety familiarization completed
  • Fire drill participation
  • Abandon ship drill training
  • Security awareness training
  • Emergency procedure briefing
  • Onboard training records
Manning & Competency
  • Safe manning certificate compliance
  • Rank and position verification
  • Language proficiency check
  • Experience records
  • Emergency duties assigned
  • Competency assessment

Ship Safety Inspection Steps

Follow a structured approach to ensure nothing is missed in your pre-departure safety audit.

1

Initial Assessment

Review vessel status, weather forecast, cargo readiness, and crew availability. Create departure timeline and assign inspection responsibilities.

2

Systems Check

Test all critical systems including navigation, communication, propulsion, steering, and emergency equipment. Document any deficiencies.

3

Safety Verification

Inspect all safety equipment, conduct emergency drills, verify crew training, and ensure all life-saving appliances are operational.

4

Documentation & Approval

Complete all inspection forms, collect required signatures, generate launch certificate, and obtain Master's approval for departure.

Voyage Readiness Audit

Complete audit system covering all aspects of vessel and crew readiness for safe voyage.

Real-Time Progress

Track inspection completion status in real-time with visual progress indicators.

Issue Management

Log deficiencies, assign corrective actions, and track resolution before departure.

Historical Records

Access past departure inspections and identify recurring issues for preventive action.

Complete Audit System

Comprehensive pre-departure audit covering crew, safety, systems, and documentation.

12K+

Departures

100%

Compliance
Mobile Accessibility

Conduct inspections from anywhere on the vessel using mobile devices.

Multi-Inspector

Multiple crew members can work simultaneously on different sections.

Smart Reminders

Automatic alerts for upcoming departures and incomplete inspection items.

12,000+

Departures Verified

100%

Safety Compliance

45 min

Average Inspection Time

Zero

Departure Delays

Trusted by Ship Masters Worldwide

See how our pre-departure system ensures safe and compliant vessel operations.

"The pre-departure checklist is incredibly comprehensive. We've eliminated all paper-based inspections and reduced our departure preparation time by 40%."

JM
Captain James Mitchell
Master, Container Vessel

"The crew verification module is excellent. We can now easily track certificate expiry dates and ensure full compliance with manning requirements before every voyage."

ST
Sarah Thompson
Fleet Safety Manager

"Digital launch certificates are a game changer. Port authorities accept them immediately and our office has instant visibility of our departure status."

AL
Ahmed Al-Farsi
Chief Officer, Oil Tanker
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about pre-departure inspection procedures.

With MarineInspection's digital system, a comprehensive pre-departure inspection typically takes 45-60 minutes, depending on vessel size and complexity. The system guides you through each section systematically, and multiple crew members can work simultaneously on different areas. This is significantly faster than traditional paper-based inspections which can take 2-3 hours.

Yes! Our pre-departure checklist is fully customizable. We provide templates for different vessel types (tankers, bulk carriers, container ships, passenger vessels, etc.), and you can modify them to include your company's specific requirements, port-specific checks, and cargo-specific inspections. You can save multiple templates for different scenarios.

Yes, our digital launch certificates are legally recognized. They include secure digital signatures with timestamps, GPS coordinates, and a unique certificate number. The system maintains a tamper-proof audit trail of all inspections. Our certificates are accepted by port authorities worldwide and comply with international maritime regulations including SOLAS and ISM Code requirements.

The system allows you to log deficiencies immediately during inspection, assign them to responsible crew members, set priority levels, and track resolution. For critical deficiencies affecting seaworthiness, the system can prevent certificate generation until they're resolved. You can attach photos, set deadlines, and notify shore management instantly. All deficiency records are maintained for future reference and trend analysis.

Yes, all pre-departure inspections are automatically stored in the cloud with unlimited history. You can search and filter by date, vessel, inspector, port, or any other criteria. This is invaluable for internal audits, PSC inspections, vetting inspections, and identifying recurring issues. The system also provides analytics showing inspection trends and compliance rates over time.

Ready to streamline your pre-departure inspections?

Join thousands of vessels using our digital pre-departure checklist system. Ensure crew safety, regulatory compliance, and smooth departures every time.

✓ 45-minute inspections ✓ 100% compliance ✓ Zero paperwork
Crew Verification
  • Certificates
  • Rest Hours
  • Medical Fitness
  • Training Records
  • Manning Levels
STCW Compliant
Safety Equipment
  • Life Saving
  • Fire Fighting
  • Navigation Lights
  • Emergency Systems
  • Communications
SOLAS Certified
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