Items Inspected and Reported
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COMMON SYSTEMS AND COMPONENTS OF OUR MARINE SURVEY INSPECTIONS
This is not intended to be complete or to apply to every vessel but is provided to give a general idea of what we will inspect and report on. We will report on each item's general condition and serviceability.
Hull Composition and Structure
• Hull Material
• Frames
• Fastenings (for wooden vessels - pulled or not)
• Decking
• Superstructure
• Bulkheads and Ceilings
• Ballast
Propulsion Machinery
• Main Engine(s), Model and Serial Number(s)
• Fuel Type
• Rated Horsepower
• Age of Unit, Last Over-Haul and/or Hours of Operation
• Reduction Gear and Attached Units
• Engine Cooling System
• Engine Exhaust System
• Engine Compartment Ventilation and Blower(s)
• Shaft Material (If Known) and Size
• Shaft Seals and Bearing(s)
• Propeller(s), Material (If Known), Size, Pitch and Number of Blades
• Steering System, Type and Number of Stations
• Rudder(s)
Tankage and Piping
• Fuel, Water, Cooking Fuel and Waste Systems
• Material
• Location
• Capacity
• Installation
• Marine Sanitation Device (MSD) System Compliance
• Fuel System Compliance
• Through-hull Fittings adjacent to and below the waterline
Rigging
• Mast(s), and Spars, Number and Material
• Standing Rigging, Type and Material
• Mast Support, Step, Partners and Chain Plates
• Running Rigging, Type and Material
• Winches, Make, Number and Size
• Sail Inventory, Type, Size and Material (If sail material can be identified)
Electrical Systems
• D/C & A/C Systems and Voltages
• Storage Batteries, Number, Type and Size
• Battery Stowage Method, Fastenings and Ventilation
• Wiring System
• Power Distribution System
• Circuit Protection Devices
• Auxiliary Electrical Generation System(s)
• Make and Model
• Voltage and Capacity
• Type of Fuel
• Hours of operation
• Motor Exhaust System
• Battery Charging System (Charger, Inverter, Alternator, Solar, etc.)
• Electrical Monitoring System
• Cathodic Protection (Cathode Monitor, Zinc Anodes, etc.)
• Bonding Systems (Electrical, Galvanic, Fuel System, etc.)
• Lightning Protection Systems
Electronic Navigation Equipment
• Compass(s), Communications System(s), Radar, Fathometer(s), Knot meter, GPS, AIS, Autopilot, etc.
• Applicable Licenses for Transmitters/Transceivers
Fire Extinguishing Systems
• Fixed systems & Portable extinguishers: Type, Size and Location of Units
• Pumps and hoses
• Unit Inspection Certificates
• Regulatory and Standard Compliance
Life Saving Equipment and Systems
• PFDs: Number type and size
• Throwable devices
• Life rafts: Type, size, stowage, inspection dates
• EPIRBs: Type registration dates battery dates
• Distress Flares: Type, number, expiration dates
Dinghies and Tenders
• Manufacturer, Model Designation and Model Year
• Hull Identification Number (HIN)
• Registration Number
• Model Name or Number
• Propulsion System
• Model and Serial Numbers
• Rated Horsepower
• Safety Equipment, Type and Condition
Ground Tackle
• Anchor(s), Size and Type
• Chain and Line, Size and Type
• Windlass
Dewatering Systems
• Pumps, Quantity and Type
• High Water, Bilge Alarms
Shipboard Amenities
• Interior Description
• Heads, Quantity and Type
• Showers, Quantity and Type
• Cooking Facilities, Type and Energy Source
• Heating and Air Conditioning Systems
Miscellaneous
• Licenses and Documentation/Registration Certificates
• Placards, Regulatory and Instructional
• Canvas and Covers
• Recreational Equipment (Rod Holders, Outriggers, etc.)
• Trailer, Make, Model and Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
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