Title Page

  • Asset Number

  • Asset Description

  • SES Group

  • Conducted on

  • Prepared by

  • Location
  • Personnel

Inspection - Hull

  • Check for dents, breaks, cracks, splits, holes, corrosion or other signs of damage or excessive wear in structural components or hull materials.

  • Check for splits, gouges, holes, delaminating, un-peeling or other signs of damage or excessive wear in foam collars (where fitted).

  • Check seats are securely fitted and in serviceable condition.

  • Check condition of console (if fitted).

  • Check condition of floor and deck areas.

  • Check canopy is securely attached (if fitted).

  • Check for loose fittings or rivets.

  • Check for dents, breaks, cracks, splits, holes, corrosion or other signs of damage or excessive wear in structural components or hull materials.

  • Check bungs fit correctly and threads are in good condition.

  • Check boat signage and markings are intact and legible.

  • Check scuppers open and close correctly (if fitted).

  • Check drain passages are free from debris.

  • Check for water in bilge and drain if necessary.

  • Check security and condition of port and starboard safety ropes (if fitted).

  • Wash hull and interior areas with fresh water.

  • Check condition of lockers, hatches and storage areas.

  • Check for chips, scrapes, peeling or wear in paintwork.

  • Add photos of any issues.

Inspection - Motors, Machinery & Electrical

  • Inspect outboard motor for damage or deterioration.

  • Check security and condition of transom bracket bolts.

  • Check operation and security of cowling latch.

  • Check outboard motor engine oil level.

  • Check for oil leaks.

  • Check propeller securing nut and cotter pin.

  • Check for loose fittings or rivets.

  • Check steering function.

  • Check battery charge.

  • Check battery isolator switch operation.

  • Check power switch.

  • Check operation of trim / tilt system.

  • Check electric start (if fitted).

  • Check throttle and gear shift operation.

  • Check safety kill switch operation.

  • Check condition of fuel tank(s).

  • Check fuel tank vent operation.

  • Check condition of fuel lines and couplings.

  • Check for fuel leaks.

  • Check cooling system water inlets for obstruction.

  • Check operation of cooling system tell-tale.

  • Check motor instruments are operating correctly.

  • Check operation of electric bilge pump.

  • Check operation and condition of compass.

  • Check operation of GPS.

  • Check operation of horn (if fitted).

  • Check operation of navigation lights.

  • Check operation of internal work / deck lights (if fitted).

  • Check operation of navigation lights.

  • Check operation of power outlets (if fitted).

  • Wash off any salt / dirt deposit or debris from the outboard motor and flush out the exhaust outlet of the propeller and gear case.

  • Flush out the outboard motor cooling system with fresh water.

  • Spray power head with anti-corrosive agent as recommended by manufacturer.

  • Degrease and clean outboard motor power head.

  • Check spark plugs.

  • Check and clean fuel filter.

  • Check gearbox oil level and check for water contamination.

  • Inspect water pump.

  • Check sacrificial anode.

  • Check battery fluid level.

  • Check electrical wiring & leads for corroded joiners & terminals or loose or disconnected wires.

  • Lubricate outboard tilt/trim & steering pivot points.

  • Is the outboard motor due for service? (last service approx or greater than 12 months)

  • Add photos of any issues.

Inspection - Equipment

  • Check operation of communications equipment (VHF marine and SES UHF radios).

  • Check condition and security of aerials and antennas (if fitted).

  • Check availability and condition lifejackets and PFDs.

  • Check serviceability of fire extinguisher.

  • Check condition of floor and deck areas.

  • Check availability and condition of flares.

  • Check operation and condition of torches.

  • Check spare batteries are available and serviceable.

  • Check operation of spotlights.

  • Check availability and condition signalling mirror.

  • Check availability and condition ā€˜Vā€™ sheet.

  • Check availability and condition of fire bucket / bailer.

  • Check operation of manual bilge pump.

  • Check suitability and condition of anchor, rope, chain, shackle.

  • Check availability and condition bow, stern and mooring lines.

  • Check condition of lockers, hatches and storage areas.

  • Check availability and condition maps/charts.

  • Check availability and condition boat hook(s).

  • Check availability and condition of tool kit.

  • Check availability and condition boarding ladder.

  • Check availability and condition towing bridle.

  • Check availability and condition of boat fenders.

  • Check availability and condition of spare parts.

  • Check availability and condition recovery board.

  • Add photos of any issues.

Inspection - Trailer

  • Check axle and suspension for cracks, corrosion, broken springs, deterioration or loose securing bolts.

  • Check trailer wheels and tyres for condition and pressure.

  • Check that all wheel nuts are in place and properly tightened.

  • Check trailer wheel bearings.

  • Check coupling for corrosion, deterioration, loose bolts or worn parts.

  • Check condition of trailer safety chains and shackles.

  • Check condition and operation of trailer electrical plug.

  • Check operation and condition of all lights.

  • Check operation of trailer brakes.

  • Check operation of reversing latch for override brakes.

  • Check operation of park brake.

  • Check availability and condition of fire bucket / bailer.

  • Check adjustment, security and condition of all rollers and/or strakes.

  • Check winch mounting bolts.

  • Check winch cable/strap, hook, safety chain & shackles and cable/chain attachment points.

  • Check operation of winch.

  • Check operation and condition of extendable draw bar.

  • Check condition and security of boat tie-down straps.

  • Wash trailer with fresh water to remove any dirt, salt deposits or debris.

  • Apply grease to all greasing points.

  • Check brake cables, lines, fluid and associated linkages.

  • Check brake pads / linings / disks / drums.

  • Add photos of any issues.

Finalise Inspection

  • Are there any issues with the flood boat that have not already been captured in this inspection?

  • Are there any issues with the trailer that have not already been captured in this inspection?

  • Any other comments?

  • Add photos of any issues.

  • Sign that this inspection is true, correct & completed to the best of your ability.

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