What is part three of the boat record?

• A. Casualty reports
• B. Maintenance logs
• C. Recent changes
• D. Ship manifest

Answer: (A)

Part three of the boat record focuses on casualty reports. This section is where you document any incident that affects safety or the vessel’s operation—injuries, damage, equipment failures, or near-misses. Recording these events in a formal casualty report ensures there’s a clear, traceable account of what happened, when it occurred, who was involved, and what actions were taken. This supports safety improvements, investigations, and compliance with regulations.

Maintenance logs, by contrast, track routine upkeep and repairs; recent changes pertain to updates in the vessel’s status or records; and a ship manifest lists crew and passengers rather than documenting incidents.