Checklist

Printable dockside inspection checklist

A one-page walk-through for hull, engine, systems, canvas, trailer, safety gear and the HIN match. Print it and mark Good, Fair or Needs work.

How to use it

Print this page and take it to the boat. Mark each item Good, Fair or Needs work, and write the problems in the note line. Both of you should initial the bottom.

This is a shared walk-through, not a marine survey. It does not certify seaworthiness, value or condition.

Hull & deck

Gelcoat / paint	Good · Fair · Needs work
Blisters & cracks	Good · Fair · Needs work
Transom (soft spots)	Good · Fair · Needs work

Note: ________________________________

Engine & drive

Starts cold, idles smooth	Good · Fair · Needs work
Lower unit oil	Good · Fair · Needs work
Engine hours	Good · Fair · Needs work

Note: ________________________________

Systems

Bilge pump	Good · Fair · Needs work
Navigation lights	Good · Fair · Needs work
Battery and wiring	Good · Fair · Needs work

Note: ________________________________

Interior & canvas

Bimini / canvas	Good · Fair · Needs work
Upholstery	Good · Fair · Needs work

Note: ________________________________

Trailer

Tires & bearings	Good · Fair · Needs work
Lights, winch and coupler	Good · Fair · Needs work

Note: ________________________________

Safety gear

Life jackets (PFDs)	Good · Fair · Needs work
Flares	Good · Fair · Needs work
Sound signal and fire extinguisher	Good · Fair · Needs work

Note: ________________________________

Paperwork & HIN match

HIN matches the hull and the bill of sale	Good · Fair · Needs work
Licence number matches the bow	Good · Fair · Needs work

Note: ________________________________

Seller initials ______ Buyer initials ______ Date __________

Put it on the bill of sale

The free download covers the proof-of-ownership fields. The full kit adds the walk-through and both signatures.

Not legal advice. Not a marine survey. BoatHandoff provides document templates and checklists for information only. It is not a law firm and does not give legal advice. The inspection checklist is a buyer and seller walk-through, not a marine survey, and it does not certify seaworthiness, value or condition. For financed, insured or high-value boats, use a qualified marine surveyor and a lawyer. BoatHandoff is not affiliated with Transport Canada.