Items Inspected and Reported
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)
