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To ensure the safe operation of boat gongs, it is important to sound them at regular operational hours. This practice provides a predictable and consistent signal to all personnel in the vicinity, ensuring that everyone is aware of the boat's status and activities. Regular sounding of gongs can help to improve safety by preventing accidents or miscommunications, particularly in busy or crowded environments where people may be unaware of ongoing operations.

Sounding gongs only after sunset does not account for the need for communication and safety during the day or at other times when visibility may still be an issue. Relying solely on engine checks before sounding gongs offers limited benefits, as engine checks may not be frequent enough to maintain awareness throughout the operational period. Additionally, only sounding gongs when personnel are onboard may not provide adequate communication of operational status to those who are nearby but may not be directly involved, potentially leading to safety risks. Therefore, regular sounding during operational hours is a proactive approach to ensuring safety on the water.