Learn everything you can about the ship you are on. Where is the emergency gear ( or is there gear); liferaft, lifejackets, immersion suits. Are all systems present and in order; running lights, electronics etc. What is the expected weather you will be facing. An inquiry to the RNLS will provide aditional points.
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