What is part two of the boat record?

• A. Hull
• B. Machinery History file
• C. Equipment list
• D. Crew roster

Answer: (B)

Part two of the boat record is the Machinery History file. This section collects the life history of the vessel’s engines and other mechanical systems—the major overhauls, repairs, component replacements, and maintenance performed, along with dates, hours of operation, and who carried out the work. Keeping all of that information together lets you assess the boat’s readiness, plan preventive maintenance, and verify that mechanical work meets required standards before sailing.

The other parts of the record cover different areas: Hull deals with the vessel’s structure and seaworthiness; the Equipment list shows the current gear on board; the Crew roster lists the people assigned to the boat. But when you need the history of machinery performance and maintenance, the Machinery History file is the right focus.