ANNUAL SURVEY, COC AND ITS IMPACT
The purpose of annual survey is to visually examine and ascertain the general condition of the vessel or that relevant requirements are complied with. A more thorough annual survey may be specified for particular structure, machinery installation or equipment due to consequences of failure or age. During an annual survey efficient condition of following is to be verified- Complete overall examination of structure, including void spaces and critical structure behind fire insulation as deemed necessary by surveyor. Hatchways on free board and superstructure deck. Weather decks Ventilation coamings and ventilation ducts. Air pipes Windows, dead lights and side scuttles Water tight doors Exposed casings and sky lights. Bilge level detection and alarm system Anchor and mooring arrangements Load line items like gangways, bulwark etc Main and auxiliary steering gears including their associated equipment and control equipment Machinery space with particular attention to p...