申論題內容
三、HULL INSPECTION
The surveyor should inspect all accessible parts of the hull and if he has any doubts about
the sections he cannot reach, he should arrange for a ladder or a mechanical hoist so that
these areas can be properly inspected. If the vessel is over ten years old, it may also be
beneficial to do ultra sound thickness tests on portions of the deck to verify the plate
thickness.
Areas that should be inspected include:
a. External and internal shell plating (where visible)
b. Decks, deck houses, superstructures and bulwarks/rails
c. Hatch coaming, hatches (including seals and securing devices)
d. Hold ladders, gangways and catwalks
e. Hold and deck lighting
f. All pipes (above and below deck)
g. Ventilators, manholes and watertight doors
h. All holds/cargo tanks paying particular attention to beams and frames, bulkheads
i. Tanktops
j. Bilges and bilge suctions
k. Double bottoms and peak tanks
(20 分)