Sailing
Yacht REBOOT
Owner/Captain:
Roger J. Jones
US
Flag, Federal Documentation Number: 1046300
Radio
Call Sign: WDB8435
STANDING ORDERS
It is the responsibility of every crew member aboard Reboot to understand and comply with
these orders at all times.
1) The Captain: Roger John Jones is the
Captain/Owner of Reboot. He is
ultimately responsible for everything that occurs on Reboot. He can not delegate nor assign this responsibility. This
responsibility derives from maritime tradition. It is enforced by the maritime
courts. He therefore reserves the right to make the final decision about
anything and everything. He is open to, and frequently takes, the advice of
people on board. However his decisions are final and are not to be revisited.
His priorities in order of importance are:
a. The
safety and security of the crew,
b. The
safety and security of Reboot
including safe navigation and anchoring,
c. That
everyone is having a good time.
Please keep in mind that Reboot is the Captain’s home. He expects
you to treat it with the same respect you would if visiting someone’s home on
land.
2)
Underway
Guests: On rare occasion the Captain will invite someone aboard as a guest.
Although exempt from watch standing they are expected to comply with the
remainder of the standing orders. You will know you are an “underway guest” if
the Captain designates you as such to the Crew.
3) Crew: If you have not been designated
by the Captain as an “underway guest” you are part of the crew. Crew
responsibilities:
a. Handle
the sails, winches, halyards, sheets, and whisker pole as necessary.
b. Handle
the anchor, anchor rode, mooring lines, and/or dock lines as appropriate.
c. Launch
and retrieve the dinghy
d. Prepare
meals, clean up after meals
e. Keep
Reboot clean inside and out – deck,
counters, stowage, bunks, heads, overhead, etc.
f. Keep
Reboot in an orderly and safe
condition – secure gear that is adrift,
g. Make
sure the Executive Officer (XO the Wonder Cat)) is fed, has water, is loved and
his box is clean (the Captain will do the cleaning if you don’t care to)
4) Life Jackets: Life jackets shall be
worn in the cockpit and on deck at all times between sunset and sunrise. Life
jackets will be worn in the cockpit and on deck in heavy seas (more than 6
feet) and/or strong winds (more than 20 knots.) Life jackets shall be attached
to the jacklines.
5) Standard Watch Schedule (Underway) All
times are in the local (Longitude) time zone. The time will be reset to the local
time at the beginning of the “Afternoon” watch after crossing a time zone line.
a. First
Mid: 0000 – 0200
b. Second
Mid: 0200 – 0400
c. Morning:
0400 – 0700
d. Forenoon:
0700 – 1100
e. Afternoon
1100 – 1500
f. First
Dog 1500 – 1900
g. Second
Dog 1900 – 2200
h. Evening
2200 – 0000
6) Standing Watch (Underway) The primary purpose of the watch stander
is to monitor current conditions and to notify the Captain if those conditions
change. The Captain does not stand watch as he is available 24 hours a
day to the watch stander. The watch stander should be in the cockpit during the
entire watch. Leaving the cockpit for brief periods to use the head, get
something to eat or drink, or to check the interior condition is permitted.
Dress appropriately for the weather. Do not bring blankets, pillows, books,
music players or anything else that will distract you or make you too
comfortable or sleepy to the watch. The
rest of us are depending on you to keep us safe! As the watch stander at least once every ten minutes you
will:
a. Make
a visual sweep of the surrounding area for “contacts” (other boats, land,
lights, buoys, etc.) and/or impending weather changes,
b. Verify
the course (the Monitor wind steering vane follows the wind, if the wind
changes the course will change,)
c. Review
the wind speed, direction, and gusts,
d. Make
sure that the sails are trimmed properly.
e. Check
the barometer
f. If
the engine is running check the tachometer, fuel gauge, oil pressure gauge and
water temperature gauge to make sure they are within operating limits.
7) Notifying the Captain (Underway) As the
watch stander on duty it is your responsibility to notify the Captain under any
of the following circumstances no matter what his state (awake, asleep, etc.) Do
not assume that since you understand the situation that you do not need to
notify the Captain! The Captain is always available to the watch stander.
Make sure that he understands what you are telling him. Notify him immediately if:
a. If
you are concerned, confused, and/or uncertain that Reboot and its crew are safe.
b. If you are not sure that you completely
understand the current sailing plan and orders.
c. You are feeling sleepy, sick, or there
is anything that is making it difficult for you to stand a competent watch,
d. Any
crew member becomes ill,
e. When
a new “contact” (ship, land, etc.) is sighted visually, via AIS, or via radar.
You should know the distance to the contact, its course and speed, and its
predicted closest point of approach.
f. When
a contact is within 3 nautical miles even if you have previously reported the
contact,
g. When
the sky or the barometer suggests an impending weather change,
h. Before
making any sail configuration changes (trimming is OK,)
i.
Before making any course changes in excess of 10
degrees (except if necessary to avoid a collision, act first, yell loudly, tell
me later,)
j.
If the wind speed changes by more than 5 knots or the
gusts exceed 5 knots over the base wind speed,
k. If
the sea state (wave height) increases or decreases by more than 3 feet,
l.
If you are unable to maintain the ordered base course
plus or minus 15 degrees, or if the cross track error (offshore) exceeds 10
nautical miles,
m. If
we are called on the radio by another ship or station,
n. Before
changing the state of any electrical or navigation equipment,
o. When
you have been relieved of the watch, or if your relief has not shown up for
watch.
8) Relieving the watch (Underway) You
should be prepared to relieve the watch no more than 10 minutes and no less
then 5 minutes before your scheduled watch. Note that this means you are
briefed and ready, not that you will show up 5 minutes before your watch. Prior
to relieving you should know:
a. The
ordered base course,
b. The
current and predicted weather and sea state conditions,
c. The
sail configuration,
d. The
location of any contacts (ships, etc.) within 10 nautical miles, their course,
speed and predicted closest point of approach,
e. The
battery state (voltage, charging or discharging)
f. The
bilge pump count, the state of the bilge pump manual - auto switch, and that
the high water bilge pump is armed and ready,
g. That
the VHF radio is tuned to Channel 16. Sometimes XO the Wonder Cat changes the
channel
h. Any
radio schedules that will occur on your watch,
i.
The location of the Captain and his condition (awake,
asleep, exhausted)
j.
Any special orders from the Captain
9) Darken Ship (Underway) From sunset to sunrise we set the condition “darken
ship.” Light, in particular white light destroys night vision. A brief flash of
light can destroy the night vision of the watch stander for as long as 30
minutes. Red light is better but not perfect. It is important that no light be
shown into the cockpit area at night. If light is needed in the interior of the
boat take steps such as inserting the companionway hatch boards to make sure it
does not bleed or shine into the cockpit. Instrument lights in the cockpit are
to be kept at minimum intensity. Unfortunately the cockpit chart plotter is
very bright at night. It should not be turned on at night without the
permission of the Captain.
10) Anchor Watch: While at anchor the watch
will be 12 hours long and will start at the expiration of the underway watch.
The primary purpose of the anchor watch is to have someone on board who can
react quickly in the event that Reboot starts to drag anchor. You can read,
relax, nap, etc., as long as the anchor drag alarm is armed and operating. In
settled weather and good holding anchorages the anchor watch will be suspended
at the discretion of the Captain so we can all go ashore together. Responsibilities
are:
a. Making
sure that Reboot remains within the
designated anchor circle,
b. Making
sure the anchor light is lighted at night,
c. Monitoring
the weather,
d. Monitoring
the radio
11) Ship’s Log: Reboot’s Log is kept in UTC (Zulu) time. Mandatory log entries are
at 0000, 0600, 1200, and 1800. A log entry will also be made:
a. When
changing base course more than 10 degrees
b. When
changing the sail configuration (furling, reefing, hoisting or lowering,
shaking out a reef)
c. When
starting or stopping the engine.
d. When
anchoring, weighing anchor, landing at or getting underway from a dock.
12) Compass: The ship’s electronic compass
is located in the main bilge compartment in the salon area. This compartment is
under the main saloon table. Do not put anything metal within 3 feet of the
cover for the bilge! This will disrupt the compass.
13) Ship’s Electrical and Navigation Equipment:
Power is at a premium on Reboot. In
general we operate during the late afternoon and night with a minimum of
equipment powered to conserve the batteries for the night. We schedule heavy
use electrical equipment (e.g. making water, pumping the holding tanks, making
coffee, using the microwave, vacuuming) for the early morning hours unless it
has been overcast for a couple of days. Then we suspend heavy use activities. Don’t assume that because it is morning
you can run heavy use electrical equipment. Ask
the Captain first.
14) Fresh Water: Fresh water is a critical
resource. Do not leave the water pump powered, XO has been known to hit a
faucet at night and drain an entire tank while the Captain slept. Do not run the water. Wet, soap, and rinse (a
Navy shower.) Wash yourself and dishes in salt water, rinse in fresh.
15) Personal Electrical Equipment:
Do not plug in your personal electrical equipment (e.g. laptop, cell phone)
without first checking with the Captain. Computers use a remarkable amount of
electricity when powered by a 12 volt battery and an inverter.
16) Sweepers: It is the responsibility of
the morning watch to “give the ship a clean sweep fore and aft.” There are
“Swifter” pads under the sink in the galley. This includes either reminding the
Captain to scoop the cat litter or doing it yourself.
17) Berthing:
a. Underway: There are only two bunks
hence we will “hot bunk” when underway for more than 24 hours You will have a
place to stow your gear but sleep in whatever bunk is unoccupied when you come
off watch.
b. In port: The forward half of Reboot (the forward cabin and head) is
the private domain of the Captain.. You should ask permission of the Captain
before you go forward.
18) Preparing meals:
a. Underway: The “Forenoon” watch stander
is responsible for the crew lunch which will be served during the “Afternoon” watch.
The “First Dog” watch stander is responsible for the crew dinner which will be
served during the “Second Dog” watch. When done with the clean up please wipe
down all the surfaces with disinfectant wipes. Bugs are a problem if we don’t
keep the kitchen clean.
b. In Port: Everyone (except the Captain)
will be responsible for preparing food. The responsibility will rotate each
day. The schedule will be posted in the main cabin.
19) Refrigerator: The refrigerator uses a lot
of electrical power to keep cool. Please open it only when necessary and for as
short a time as possible.
20) Securing
for Sea: It is not unusual for Reboot to roll +- 25 degrees in a beam (from
the side) sea. Anything that is not tied down will go flying around. Make sure
that all of your gear is in a locker or secured with straps so it stays in
place.
21) Adrift Gear: We all share the limited
space. Please be considerate of the rest of us:
a. The
chart table, both the top and the inside, are for the use of the Captain/Owner.
Please do not place anything on top or inside as the area is used for
navigation, computer radio email, log entry, etc.
b. The
salon area is shared by all. Please pick up after yourself and leave the table
empty for the next person.
c. Do
not spread your personal gear all over the boat. Wet clothing belongs in the
“wet locker” aka the rear head. Everything else that you are not using should
be stowed away with your personal gear.
d. When
you leave the cockpit take your stuff with you. Don’t make the next person
bring your empty coffee cup down to the galley. The winch pockets are for winch
handles. Don’t put your personal gear in them. It most likely will get wet or
tossed across the cockpit in the event someone needs a winch handle in a hurry.
22) Yellow and Brown: Marine heads (aka the
toilet) are notorious for clogging. “If it isn’t yellow or brown it doesn’t
go down.” We hang a plastic bag in the head for used toilet tissue that
gets emptied when it gets full or starts to smell. If you are not sure how to
use the head ask, there are thru hull valves you need to open and close. The
ship’s rule is you clog it, you unclog it. You do not want this experience.
23) Photography: As courtesy to the other crew
and/or guests please get their permission before taking pictures of them.
24) Nudity: As long as all on board agree
nudity is permitted – for swimming, sun bathing, and washing oneself in the
ocean,. However this is not a “nature camp.” The Captain prefers his crew clothed
when not engaged in the above activities.
25) XO
(the wonder cat): XO (for “Executive Officer” and “Hugs and Kisses”) is
permitted free reign on Reboot as
long as we are not tied up to a dock. He is a cat. The Captain loves him dearly
but under no circumstances should you
endanger yourself, the crew, or Reboot
on his account. Please do check that he has water and food. He will not
overeat so it is OK to keep his food dish full.
26) Smoking: Smoking is permitted on deck
and downwind of non-smoking crew members. Do not smoke near the fuel jugs
attached to the rail. Each crew member is individually responsible for the
costs of their smoking materials.
27) Drugs and Alcohol: The possession or
use of “recreational” drugs is prohibited both on Reboot and on shore. Personal possession of alcohol is prohibited.
28) Cleanliness: It is difficult to keep
bugs off Reboot. Many marinas have
cockroaches and other undesirable pests. It is imperative that Reboot be kept immaculate and all food
stored in sealed containers to minimize the possibility of infestation.
29) In
Port Guests: In general we love guests on board. However, in some places
“guests” are actually “casing” boats for future theft. Please clear any
potential invitations with the Captain prior to extending them.
30) Posting: A copy of the most current
standing orders shall be posted in the salon area and available for review at
all times.
/s/
/s/
Captain Roger J. Jones, USN (ret.)
Owner/Captain Sailing Yacht Reboot
Crew Certification
and Limitation of Liability
I have read and understand that I am responsible to comply
with these orders and any additional verbal or written orders of the
Captain/Owner at all times. I understand that I am a guest of the Captain/Owner
and that he has the right to ask me to leave at any time without any reason. I further understand that sailing and in
particular ocean sailing is a very hazardous activity. I recognize that I may
be seriously injured or killed while on board Reboot. I have accepted the danger of my own free will and hold
Roger John Jones, Captain/Owner, harmless from any liability for any event that
may happen on Reboot. In the event I
am unable due to injury to communicate my desires I authorize Roger John Jones
to take whatever actions in his sole opinion he deems appropriate to sustain my
life.
I understand
that I am fiscally responsible for the following:
- My transportation to and from whatever port
sailing yacht REBOOT is in at the time of my joining or leaving sailing
yacht REBOOT,
- My share of food consumed on board to be
calculated as the total cost of stores divided by the number of persons on
board without refund for unconsumed stores,
- Any smoking materials and/or any alcohol
consumed,
- Any moneys or proof of fiscal responsibility
required by government authorities such as but not limited to customs and
immigration,
- Any medical costs incurred on my behalf.
Name and Address:
Nationality and Passport Number
Dated:
/s/
/s/
Emergency Contact
Information: In the event of an emergency please contact:
Name & Address:
Relationship: Phone: Email:
Do you authorize this person to make medical decisions on
your behalf if you are unable to communicate your desires?
¨ Yes
¨ No
