Section 4 Special Surveys (Hull and machinery)
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Section 4 Special Surveys (Hull and machinery)

Parent topic: Chapter 5 Periodical Survey Regulations for Amphibious Air Cushion Vehicles (ACV)

4.2 Hull Surveys

4.2.1 All integral tanks and buoyancy spaces are to be examined and tested to ensure that they continue to be tight and in a satisfactory condition.

4.2.2 All other hull compartments are to be examined.

4.2.3 The anchoring and mooring equipment, when required by the Rules, is to be examined to ensure its efficiency, accessibility and readiness for use. Anchor cables or warps are to be ranged for examination.

4.3 Machinery Surveys

4.3.1 The main and essential auxiliary machinery is to be generally examined with particular attention given to safety devices, fastening arrangements and resilient mountings. A limited opening up, e.g. removal of inspection covers, should be undertaken in order that the Surveyor can confirm the satisfactory condition of these items.

4.3.2 Where not carried out as a regular monitoring procedure, lubricating oil analysis may be required.

4.3.3 Items that have not been overhauled as part of the approved planned maintenance scheme since installation, commissioning or the previous Special Survey may require to be opened up for examination.

4.3.4 The insulation resistance of the electrical equipment and connections is to be tested.

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