GROUNDING

Stop or neutralize propulsion.

Check for injuries.

Check immediately for flooding, fuel leakage and structural damage.

Determine position, water depth, tide/current and nature of the grounding.

Do not automatically apply heavy reverse power.

Refloating should be attempted only after considering hull, propulsion, rudder, tide, bottom and environmental risk.

Seek professional assistance for hard grounding, damage, pollution or uncertain refloating.

Report pollution immediately through the appropriate channels.