FAQ's: WHAT DOES A SURVEY CONSIST OF? In general, a survey is an in-depth examination of the vessel with all anomalies addressed, and with an overall evaluation of the vessel made by a trained observer. The following items should be addressed in any adequately prepared report: GENERAL General Specifications Vessel Description Identification Markings General Construction ELECTRICAL General Specifications Battery Containment & Location AC & DC Grounding Systems Bonding Systems ACCOMMODATIONS Berths Galley Equipment Heads Fresh Water System Heating & A/C Systems SPARS & RIGGING ** Spars & Related Components Standing Rigging Chain Plates Turnbuckles & Toggles Running Rigging Winches Sail Handling Equipment INTERNAL COMPONENT EXAMINATION Bulkhead & Hatches Mast Step Portlights Steering System Sea Valves Condition of Interior & Sole INSPECTION AT DRY DOCK Propellers & Shafts Cutlass/Stern Bearings Struts & Zincs Rudders & Through Hulls Condition of Side Shell Condition of Bottom Keel Connection ENGINE & AUXILIARY MACHINERY** General Specifications Engine Alignment & Foundations Fuel Filtration System Air Intake System Fixed Fire Extinguishing System Packing Gland Assembly Exhaust System General Condition of Engine Compartment Condition of Engine Exterior General Comments on Engine TANKAGE Fuel Tank Construction & Piping General Specifications Locations of Tanks Comments on Fuel Tanks Water Tank Construction & Piping General Specifications Locations of Tanks Comments on Water Tanks SAFETY Fire Extinguishers Bilge Pumps Personal Floatation Devices Other Floatation Equipment Navigation Lighting Distress Signaling Devices Horns & Blowers First Aid Kit Placquards EQUIPMENT & OPTIONS:      Read More - page 2 of FAQ's