Survey Process and Reporting Flashcards
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When surveying a vessel's hull below the waterline, which method provides the most reliable assessment of thickness without haul-out?
Answer: Ultrasonic thickness testing from underwater
Ultrasonic thickness testing can be performed by a diver to measure hull plating thickness accurately without requiring the vessel to be hauled out.
In a SAMS survey report, what does the term 'surveyed on afloat' indicate about the scope of the examination?
Answer: The surveyor conducted an in-water inspection only, limiting hull bottom access
An afloat survey means the hull bottom was not accessible for direct inspection, which must be clearly noted as a scope limitation in the report.
A surveyor discovers evidence of a prior insurance claim repair that was not disclosed by the owner. What is the proper course of action?
Answer: Note the undisclosed repair in the report and assess its quality
The surveyor must document all findings including undisclosed prior repairs, assess the workmanship, and report the condition objectively without taking sides.
Which section of a marine survey report typically describes the purpose and scope of the inspection?
Answer: Basis of Survey / Scope of Inspection
The Basis of Survey or Scope of Inspection section defines what was examined, what was excluded, and the purpose for which the survey was commissioned.
When inspecting a vessel's standing rigging, a surveyor finds one wire shroud with a single broken strand. What is the correct classification of this finding?
Answer: Safety deficiency requiring immediate replacement
Any broken strand in standing rigging compromises the wire's integrity and load-bearing capacity, making it a safety deficiency requiring replacement before offshore use.
A SAMS survey report must clearly state the surveyor's opinion of value. What is the accepted standard basis for this valuation?
Answer: Fair market value in as-found condition
Marine survey valuations are expressed as fair market value reflecting the vessel's actual condition as found during inspection, not book values or owner estimates.
During an insurance survey, the surveyor notes the bilge pump is inoperable. How should this be categorized in the report?
Answer: Safety deficiency
An inoperable bilge pump is a safety deficiency because it is a critical system for preventing flooding and must be operational before the vessel is used.