46 CFR §126.430
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The inspection for certification is made by a marine inspector to determine whether the vessel is in a safe and seaworthy condition. The owner or builder shall make the vessel and its equipment available for inspection, including the following items:
- (a)Structure.
- (b)Watertight integrity.
- (c)Pressure vessels and their appurtenances.
- (d)Piping.
- (e)Main and auxiliary machinery.
- (f)Steering apparatus.
- (g)Electrical installations.
- (h)Lifesaving equipment.
- (i)Work vests.
- (j)Fire-detecting and fire-extinguishing equipment.
- (k)Pollution-prevention equipment.
- (l)Sanitary condition.
- (m)Fire hazards.
- (n)Verification of validity of certificates required and issued by the Federal Communications Commission.
- (o)Lights and signals as required by the applicable navigational rules.
- (p)Tests and inspections of cranes in compliance with § 126.130.