Large Fishing Vessel Inspection Regulations

39 (1) All sea suction and discharge valves and cocks situated below the load water line or which exceed 50 mm in internal diameter shall be opened up for inspection at least every four years.

(2) On every occasion that a fishing vessel is drydocked in compliance with these Regulations, the sea connection fastenings, windlass, rudder, steering gear and anchors shall be given a general examination by the inspector, who may request any opening up that he deems necessary.

(3) Anchor cables shall be ranged eight years after construction of the vessel and every four years thereafter and where the chain is so worn that the mean diameter at any part is reduced to the minimum size shown in Schedule V as requiring renewal, that part shall be renewed.

(4) Steering chains, so worn that the mean diameter at any part is reduced to the minimum size shown in Schedule V as requiring renewal, shall be renewed at that part.