SAMS Yacht and Small Craft Surveyors 3

Question 1

During a haulout survey, a surveyor observes that the rudder has significant play when moved laterally. What is the most likely cause?

Accepted Answer

Worn or corroded rudder bearings/gudgeons

Answer

Lateral play in a rudder most commonly indicates worn or corroded bearings, gudgeons, or pintles that can no longer maintain proper alignment.

Question 2

A surveyor finds a fuel tank made of black iron aboard a gasoline-powered vessel. What is the correct finding?

Accepted Answer

Black iron is not approved for gasoline storage aboard vessels

Answer

ABYC H-24 prohibits black iron tanks for gasoline storage; approved materials include aluminum, stainless steel, and fiberglass.

Question 3

When assessing a wooden vessel's frames for structural integrity, what condition is described as 'checking'?

Accepted Answer

Surface cracks running along the grain of the wood

Answer

Checking refers to longitudinal surface cracks in wood that develop as the wood dries and shrinks, which can allow moisture intrusion and accelerate decay.

Question 4

What does the term 'freeboard' refer to in marine surveying?

Accepted Answer

The distance between the waterline and the deck edge

Answer

Freeboard is the vertical distance measured from the waterline to the top of the hull at the lowest point of the deck edge.

Question 5

A surveyor notes that a vessel's propeller shaft shows significant 'run-out' when rotated. What does this indicate?

Accepted Answer

The shaft is bent or the coupling is misaligned

Answer

Run-out (wobble) in a rotating shaft indicates that it is bent or that the coupling between shaft and engine is misaligned, both of which cause vibration and bearing wear.

(SAMS) Society of Accredited Marine Surveyors Certified Practice Test

(SAMS) Society of Accredited Marine Surveyors Certified Practice Test

SAMS Yacht and Small Craft Surveyors 3