Boat Electrical Safety Checks Every Coffs Harbour Skipper Should Book

Before you head out offshore or tackle those lake runs—make safety your top priority. Here’s a breakdown of what your boat’s annual electrical check should cover so you stop breakdowns before they happen.

Why annual checks matter

Salt, vibration, and humidity in coastal zones add wear every trip. Annual checks keep your gear reliable, compliant, and safe.

What we inspect

• Wiring: Power distribution, bundle strain, corrosion at terminals.
• Batteries: State-of-health, connections tightness, isolator operation.
• Switchboards: Clean, labelled, and free of moisture.
• Protection devices: Fuses, breakers, and earth leakage systems.
• Safety gear: Navigation lights, bilge pumps, alarms, and ventilators.

Local conditions, local work

Shotgun Marine and PMMS combine deep marine electrical knowledge with local experience—meaning faster, more effective safety checks for every Coffs Harbour skipper.

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