SAMS Survey Process and Reporting 2

Question 1

When surveying a vessel's hull below the waterline, which method provides the most reliable assessment of thickness without haul-out?

Accepted Answer

Ultrasonic thickness testing from underwater

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Visual inspection with a dive light

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Hammer sounding from the interior

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Paint chip analysis

Question 2

In a SAMS survey report, what does the term 'surveyed on afloat' indicate about the scope of the examination?

Accepted Answer

The surveyor conducted an in-water inspection only, limiting hull bottom access

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The vessel was surveyed at anchor rather than at a dock

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The survey was completed without the owner present

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The surveyor used remote sensing equipment

Question 3

A surveyor discovers evidence of a prior insurance claim repair that was not disclosed by the owner. What is the proper course of action?

Accepted Answer

Note the undisclosed repair in the report and assess its quality

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Ignore it if the repair appears satisfactory

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Refuse to complete the survey

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Contact the insurance company directly before finishing the report

Question 4

Which section of a marine survey report typically describes the purpose and scope of the inspection?

Accepted Answer

Basis of Survey / Scope of Inspection

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Executive Summary

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Recommendations

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Vessel Description

Question 5

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?

Accepted Answer

Safety deficiency requiring immediate replacement

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Informational note only

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Minor deficiency requiring monitoring

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Cosmetic issue

Question 6

A SAMS survey report must clearly state the surveyor's opinion of value. What is the accepted standard basis for this valuation?

Accepted Answer

Fair market value in as-found condition

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Replacement cost new

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Book value from NADA or BUC

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Owner's declared value

Question 7

During an insurance survey, the surveyor notes the bilge pump is inoperable. How should this be categorized in the report?

Accepted Answer

Safety deficiency

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Deferred maintenance

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Cosmetic deficiency

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Informational item