64. 🛟 Charter Safety Briefing: What Every Captain Should Tell Guests Before Departure

Why This Matters

Before leaving the dock, every captain should provide a brief but clear safety orientation.

Most incidents involving passengers happen because:

• they don’t know what to do
• they panic
• they were never instructed

What to Cover

Keep it simple and direct:

• location of life jackets
• how to move safely onboard
• staying seated when required
• no sudden movement
• where not to go (bow, swim platform underway)

Emergency Basics

• what to do if someone falls overboard
• how to communicate with the captain
• importance of staying calm

Real-World Insight

Passengers will not think like boaters.

👉 You must guide them.

Final Thought

A 2-minute briefing can prevent a major incident.