Before safety construction survey, followings to be checked:
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Structural strength of the vessel is good. No part of deck or hull is not badly corroded. |
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Water tight doors are in good condition. Remote and local controls working properly. |
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Bilge pumping and drainage arrangements are in good condition. |
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Electrical equipment and installation |
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Emergency sources of electrical power |
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Electric and electro hydraulic steering gears |
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Precaution against shock, fire and other hazards of electrical origin |
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Fire protection arrangements, fixed and portable fire fighting equipment are well maintained and in good operational condition. |
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Boilers and machinery |
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Means of going astern |
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Shaft |
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Boiler feed system in good condition. |
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Steam pipe systems in good condition. |
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Air pressure systems are in good condition. |
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Cooling water systems are in good condition. |
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Fuel, lubricating and other oil systems are in good condition. |
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Means of communications are in good condition. |
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Steering gear |
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Anchor chain and cables |
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Means of escapes are well maintained and in good condition. |
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Means of stopping machinery |
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Shutting off fuel suction pipes |
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Closing of openings |
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For specialized tankers and UMS ships, additional items. |
Checklist and preparation for safety construction survey may be found in company's ISM manual.