A. State the surveys required in order that an international load line certificate remains valid. 1. Annual survey. 2. Renewal survey every 5 years. B. List the items and state the nature of the exam. Required for each item at these surveys.

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Preparation should be commenced three months before the expected date of the surveys.

1.      Check all access openings at ends of enclosed structure are in good condition, all daubs, clamps, and hinges should be free and well greased.  

2.      Check all cargo hatches and access to holds for water tightness, especially battening device such as cleats and wedges.

3.      Securing of portable beams.

4.      Tarpaulins must be in good condition and two for each hold.

5.      Check all machinery space openings on exposed decks.

6.      Check all ventilator openings are provided with water tight closing.

7.      All air pipes must be provided with permanently attached satisfactory means for closing and openings.

8.      Check all manholes and flush scuttles are water tight.

9.      Inspect cargo ports below free board deck for water tightness.

10. Non-return valves on over board discharge are operating satisfactorily.

11. Side scuttles must have internal water tightness.

12. All freeing ports to be in good working condition.

13. All guard rails and bulwarks in satisfactory condition.

14. Rigged lifelines required to be filled in certain areas.

15. De-rust and paint the deck line, load line marks and draft marks.