Ministry of Defence

Defence Standard 02-752 (NES 752)

Issue 1 Publication Date 1 April 2000

GRP Ships & Boats Maintenan -ce-Survey

and Repair
Part 1
Requirements for Survey, Report o
and Structural Safety

Issue 3 Publication Date July 1993



Ministry of Defence
Sea Systems Controllerate

Naval Engineering Standard

NES 752 Part 1 Issue 3 July 1993

GRP SURVEY AND REPAIR REQUIREMENTS

FOR HM SHIPS, BOATS, CRAFT AND STRUCTURES

PART 1

REQUIREMENTS FOR SURVEY, REPORT OF SURVEY

AND STRUCTURAL SAFETY CERTIFICATION
 This NES Supersedes
NES 752 ISSUE 2

( In Part - See Introduction)

Record of Amendments

AMDT INSERTED BY DATE

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 NAVAL ENGINEERING STANDARD 752
GRP SURVEY AND'REPAIR REQUIREMENTS FOR
HM -SHIPS, BOATS, CRAFT AND S1RUCTURES

PART 1
REQUIREMENTS FOR SURVEY, REPORT OF SURVEY AND
STRUCTURAL SAFETY CER'11riCATION

ISSUE 3

The issue and use of this Standard

is authorized on behalf of the
Controller of the Navy and Chief of
Fleet Support by :

Director Naval Architecture

© CROWN COPYRIGHT 1993

Published by:
Procurement Executive, Ministry of Defence
Sea Systems Controllerate
Foxhill, Bath BA1 5AB

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CONDITIONS OF RELEASE

General
1. This Naval Engineering Standard (NES) has been prepared for the use of the Crown and
of its contractors in the execution of contracts for the Crown and, subject to the Unfair
Contract Terms Act 1977, the Crown will not be liable in anyway whatever where the
Standard is used for any other purpose .

2. This document is Crown Copyright and the information therein may be subject to Crown
or third party rights . It is not to be released, reproduced or published without written
permission of the MOD .
3. The Crown reserves the right to amend or modify the contents of this NES without
consulting or informing any holder.
MOD Tender or Contract Process
4. This NES is the property of the Crown and unless otherwise authorized in writing by the
MOD must be returned on completion of the contract, or submission of the tender, in
connection with which it is issued .
5. When this NES is used in connection with a tender or contract, the user is to ensure that
he is in possession of the appropriate version of each document, including related
documents, relevant to each particular tender or contract .

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CONTENTS

Page Clause

AUTHORIZATION (i) .

CONDITIONS OF RELEASE (ii)

CONTENTS (lll)

INTRODUCTION (vi)

SECTION 1 SCOPE 1

SECTION 2 HEALTH AND SAFETY 1

Warning
Personnel - Fresh Water Tanks (FWT) 0202

SECTION 3 RELATED DOCUMENTS 1

SECTION 4 ABBREVIATIONS AND DEFINITIONS 3

Abbreviations 0401
Definitions 0402
SECTION _5 GENERAL 5
SECTION 6 SAFETY CERTIFICATION 5
Introduction 0601
Certificate of Safety - 0603
Structural Strength (CSSS)
Professional Officer 0607

SECTION 7 HULL SURVEY 6

Responsibility of WPM 0701

Objective of Survey 0702
Preparation of Survey 0710
Table 1 Schedule of Key Survey 8
and Issue Events (Standard
Repair Period)
Table 2 Schedule of Key Survey 10
and CSSS Issue Events (Short
Repair Period)
Conduct of Surveys 0712
Outer Bottom 0714
Shell and Framing 0717
Hunt Class 0719
Sandown Class 0720
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Main Transverse Bulkheads 0721

Fresh Water Tanks 0722
Fuel Oil, Miscellaneous Tanks and Voids 0724
Sonar Trunk 0725
Machinery Spaces 0726
Internal Decks 0727
Transoms 0728
Hunt Class 0729
Sandown Class 0730
Weatherdecks 0731
Superstructure 0734
Minor Bulkheads 0735
Watertight Doors, Hatches, Scuttles 0736
and Manholes
Bilge Keels 0739
Propeller Brackets 0740
Rudders 0741
Masts 0742

SECTION 8 REPORT OF SURVEY 16

Category A, B and -C Vessels 0801

Vessels Outside CSSS Programme 0802
Drawings and Sketches 0803
Distribution 0804
Hull Survey Record Sheets 0806

SECTION 9 EXAMINATION METHODS 18

Visual Examination 0901
Tapping Test (Sound) 0904
Hardness Test 0906
Moisture Measurement Tests 0909
Ultrasonic Examination 0912
SECTION 10 DEFECTS (SINGLE
° SKIN) 20
Panel Delamination 1002
Osmosis 1003
Table 3 Defect Limiting sizes 21
Figure 1 : Delamination of Shell Following Impact 23
Figure 2: Inter Laminar Osmosis 23
Wicking 1006
Abrasion 1009
Surface Crazing 1011
Figure 3: Abrasion Damage to Hull 25
Figure 4: Surface Crazing 25
Root Whitening 1012
Figure 5: Root Whitening in Bulkhead Boundary Angle 26
Figure 6: Root Whitening in Top-Hat Longitudinal 27
Flange
Flange Delamination 1014
Figure 7: Failure of Tank Boundary Angle 28
Flange Detachment 1015
Delamination at Ends of Stiffeners 1016
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Figure 8 : Delamination at Termination of Stiffener 29

Local Fracture 1017
Figure 9: Fracture of Beam Knee 30
Tank Boundary Angle Failure 1018
Fasteners and Fittings 1019
Creep 1020
Debond 1021
Figure 10 : Debond between Deck and Hull 31

SECTION 11 SURVEY OF GRP SANDWICH CONSTRUCTION 32

General 1101
Principal Defects and Damage of GRP Sandwich 1104
Skin to Core de-bond 1105
Water in the Sandwich Construction 1109
Surface Defects 1113
Fasteners 1114
Report of Survey 1115

SECTION 12 TESTING OF STRUCTURES 34

ANNEX A. REPORT OF SURVEY - GRP SHIPS 37

AND CRAFT COVER SHEET

Instructions for Completion of Report of Survey 38

Professional Officers Certificate (POC) 40
Professional Officers Summary (POS) 41
Report of Structural Survey - GRP
Part 1 : Reports of Hull Structure etc 42
Part 2 : Reports of Air/Water Tests of Tanks 46
and Compartments

ANNEX B REPORT OF SURVEY - GRP BOATS 49



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INTRODUCTION

1. Part 1 of this Naval Engineering Standard (NES) is sponsored by the Procurement

Executive Ministry of Defence, Director Naval Architecture (DNA) Section NA123 .
(Parts 2 and 3 are sponsored by NA114) .
2. This NES comprises three Parts :

GRP Survey and Repair Requirements for HM Ships, Boats, Craft and Structures . (This
Part)-
Part 1 : Requirements for Survey, Report of Survey and Structural Safety Certification
Part 2: Maintenance and Repair Requirements for GRP (Single Skin)
Part 3 : Maintenance and Repair Requirements (Sandwich Construction) .
3. If it is found to be unsuitable for any particular requirement the Sponsor is to be informed
in writing with a copy to Director Naval Architecture (DNA) NA145 .
4. Any user of this NES either within MOD or in industry may propose an amendment to it .
Proposals for amendments that are not directly applicable to a particular contract are to be
made to the Sponsor of the NES, and those directly applicable to a particular contract are
to be dealt with using existing procedures or as specified in the contract .
5. No alteration is to be made to this NES except by the issue of an authorized amendment .
6. Unless otherwise stated, reference in this NES to approval, approved, authorized or
similar terms, means by the Ministry of Defence in writing .
7. Any significant amendments that may be made to this NES at a later date will be
indicated by a vertical sideline . Deletions will be indicated by 000 appearing at the end
of the line intervals .
8. When NES are incorporated into contracts users are responsible for their correct
application and for complying with contract and any statutory requirements . Compliance
with an NES does not of itself confer immunity from legal obligations .
9. Part 1 of this NES has been issued to reflect the survey and Structural Safety Certification
requirements. It supersedes in part, NES 752 Issue 2 April 81 . The repair and
maintenance aspects of NES 752 Issue 2 will be included in a new Part 2 and the
Sandwich Construction repair and maintenance requirements-in a new Part 3 .


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1. SCOPE

0101. This NES specifies the Survey, Report of Survey and Safety Certification requirements
for GRP Surface Ships designed to MOD standards . It also covers GRP and GRP
sandwich construction boats, craft, structures, submarine casings and bridge fins . The
Ship Classes for which the issue of the Certificate of Safety-Structural Strength are
required is covered by CNA Technical Memorandum 1/92 . The Report of Survey
requirements for boats are covered at Clause 0802 and Annex B .
0102 . The NES also includes :

a. Practices to be adopted when carrying out the surveys.

b. The methods of examination and types of defects .
c. Instructions for the completion of the Report of Survey.
0103 . This NES does not cover GRP Vessels maintained in class with a classification society .

NOTE: The requirements and practices described herein are common to various types of
ship. For information regarding structure peculiar to a particular type of ship,
the Design Authority for that ship is to be consulted .

2. HEALTH AND SAFETY

0201 . WARNING

This NES calls for the use of processes, substances and procedures that may be injurious
to health if adequate precautions are not taken . It refers only to technical suitability and
in no way absolves either the supplier or any user from statutory obligations relating to
health and safety at any stage of manufacture or use .
0202 . Personnel - Freshwater Tanks (FWT)

Personnel engaged on work in FWT are to meet the health and hygiene requirements laid
down in NES 763 .

3. RELATED DOCUMENTS
0301 . The following documents and publications are referred to in this NES :

See Clause
NES 113 Requirements for Mechanical Handling 0502
Parts 1 to 11
NES 154 Design Standards for Surface Ship Structures 0402
NES 155 Requirements for Structural Practices in
Steel Surface Ships

Part 1 : General Requirements 0502, 0713,

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NES 701 Glass Reinforced Plastic Mouldings

Part 3 : A Guide to various Tests and 0907

Testing Methods for evaluation of the
Quality of GRP Mouldings

NES 729 Requirements for Non Destructive

Examination Methods 0913

Part 5 : Ultrasonic

NES 752 Maintenance and Repair Requirements . Annex A

Part 2* for GRP (Single Skin)

NES 752 Maintenance and Repair Requirements 1104, 1108

Part 3* (Sandwich Constructions) Annex A

NES 763 Preservation and Painting of Compartments 0202, 0723

in Surface Ships

CNA T/M 1/92 Certificate of Safety Structural Strength 0601

SSCP 23 Design of Surface Ship Structures 0601

Parts 1 and 2

DCW 424/900/01/01 Boats and Small Craft General Specification 0802

BR 8161 MOD Boat Design, Procurement and Disposal 0805

Instructions

* Not yet issued . (See Introduction paragraphs) .

0302. Related documents may be obtained as follows :

a. British Standards - British Standards Institution,

T inford Wood, Milton Keynes,
MK14 6LE.

b. Defence Standard - Directorate of Standardization

and Safety Policy, Stan 1,
Kentigern House, 65 Brown
Street, Glasgow, G2 8EX.

c. Naval Engineering - MOD Library Services (Bath)

d. Other Documents tender or contract sponsor to

advise .

MOD Library Services (Bath), Foxhill, Bath, BA1 5AB can advise in cases of difficulty .

0303. All applications to Ministry establishments for related documents are to quote the
relevant MOD Invitation to Tender or Contract number and date, together with the
sponsoring Directorate and the Tender or Contract sponsor .
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4. ABBREVIATIONS AND DEFINITIONS

0401. Abbreviations

CAD Contract Acceptance Date

CSSS Certificate of Safety - Structural Strength
CFS Chief of Fleet Support
DED Docking and Essential Defects
DGFS(S) Director General Fleet Support (Ships)
DNA Director Naval Architecture
FMRO Fleet Maintenance and Repair Organization
FOSF(ME) Flag Officer Surface Flotilla (Marine Engineering)
GRP Glass Reinforced Plastic
HSAM Hull Survey Assessment Meeting
ICSSS Interim Certificate of Safety Structural Strength
NDT Non-Destructive Testing
PO Professional Officer
POC Professional Officers Certificate
POS Professional Officers Summary
RFSD Ready for Sea Date
WPM Warship Project Manager

0402 . Definitions

For the purpose of this NES, the following definitions apply :

Category A Vessels All major warships, high value MOD

vessels, vessels required to withstand shock
and vessels for cold weather operation as
specified by the Design Authority .

Category B Vessels Vessels over 50 metres in length but

excluding Category A vessels .

Category C Vessels - All other MOD owned vessels not included

in Category A or B .

NOTE: Vessel categories herein are

specifically defined for GRP type
vessels. They derive from a more
comprehensive definition in NES 154 .

Certificate of Safety Certificate authorised by the Director

Structural Strength (CSSS)
General Surface Ships (DGSS) or DGFS(S)
as appropriate and issued by the Warship
Project stating that, subject to any specific
caveats, the vessel is structurally adequate
for unrestricted operation .

Contract Acceptance Date (CAD) The date at which after inspection it is

agreed that repair work is complete in all
respects (except for any work which is
agreed shall be completed at a later stage)
and that the Contractor has fulfilled all
obligations under the Contract.

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Design Authority
Docking and Essential Defects
(DED)
Interim Certificate of Safety
Structural Strength (ICSSS)
Minor Structure
Primary Structure
Principal Deck
Professional Officer
Ready for Sea Date (RFSD)
The Design Authority is the Warship Project
Manager who is the nominated Authority
within the MOD charged with the control of
all material aspects of ship safety during the
life span of the ship . For contracted repair
periods, if, as required by this NES, the
contractor requires advice or agreement
from the Design Authority, the contractor
shall seek such advice, or agreement through
the appropriate MOD contract
representative .
- A programmed period of support when the
ship is given a routine intermediate docking
and when essential defects directly affecting
fighting and seagoing efficiency and
primary structural strength which cannot
wait until the next refit are repaired.
- The Certificate issued on completion of the
hull survey during DED or refit for use until
a CSSS is issued . It is issued prior to RFSD
and is valid for 10 weeks after RFSD see
Table 1 and Table 2) .
That structure which does not contribute to
either structural strength or watertight
integrity (eg, Partition Bulkheads, Platforms
etc).
- That structure which contributes to the main
structural strength of the ship (eg, Hull
Plate, Frames, Longitudinals, Principal
Decks, Main Transverse Bulkheads, Main
Longitudinal Bulkheads) and any other
structures as specified by the Design
Authority .
- Any deck as defined by the Design
Authority which significantly contributes to
the longitudinal strength of a ship .
The Professional Officer is a Naval
Architect of Chartered Engineer status
designated by the repair contractor to
supervise the survey work .
- The date by which all work by MOD
personnel and that specified in the contract
is complete, all refitting yard trials
(including basin and specified harbour trials)
are complete . The ship is in all respects
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Refit - A refit is a programmed period of Dockyard

Support when corrective and preventative
maintenance is carried out by contract
labour and ship's staff in accordance with
specifications . Approved Alterations and
Additions may also be undertaken .

Secondary Structure That structure which does not contribute to

the main structural strength but does
contribute to the watertight integrity or
support of local loading, and as specified by
the Design Authority .

Structural Element - An area of structure having particular

structural significance. They are defined for
each Ship Class by the Design Authority .

5. GENERAL

0501 . The repair contractor is to adhere to the materials, scantlings and sizes of structural
components specified in the Contract and no unauthorized departure from the approved
arrangements is to be made .

0502. Lifting arrangements for Auxiliary Machinery and other Equipment are. to be in
accordance with NES 155 Part 1 and NES 113, Parts 1 to 11 .

6. SAFETY CER 1 it ICATION

Introduction
0601. Although the safety of a ship in service is ultimately the responsibility of the
Commanding Officer, in some specific areas he needs the assurance of MOD(PE) that the
ship meets the necessary safety standards . The responsibility for establishing these
standards and for auditing their correct application has been delegated within MOD(PE)
to the DNA, and to achieve this a package of safety certificates is issued providing
assurance against failures which could lead to a potential loss of ship or life . The
document outlining the policy for CSSSs is CNA Technical Memorandum 1/92 and
SSCP 23 Parts 1 and 2 covers the design of Surface Ship Structures.
0602. Certificates are issued on the basis of supporting evidence supplied by the repair
contractor. It covers the safety of an undamaged vessel and provides a formal and
regularly updated record of DGFS(S)'s endorsement of the safety of critical aspects of a
ship's design and material state . (Note : DGSS is the Design Authority in the case of new
ships).
Certificate of Safety-Structural Strength (CSSS)

0603 . The Warship Project Manager (WPM) has responsibility for, among other things, the
structural strength of designated surface vessels . To ensure that vessels maintain
adequate structural strength throughout their lives the WPM assesses their condition after
refits and DEDs etc and if appropriate recommends to or DGFS(S) via DNA, the issue of
a CSSS . The section responsible for auditing CSSS applications and preparing certificate
documentation is Section NA123 (Surface Ship Structures) .
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0604 . This certificate states that, subject to any specific caveats, the structural strength of the
ship is adequate for unrestricted operation . The validity of the certificate is based on the
WPM's assessment of the vessel's structural condition. Despite the expiry date on a
CSSS, the CSSS will be required to be renewed on the completion of every DED and
refit. The certificate can be withdrawn or amended at any time in that period in the event
of changes or defects being reported which significantly affect structural integrity .

0605. The certificate is based on information received on the structural state of the ship prior to
the Refit or DED, the result of the survey, subsequent remedial action undertaken and any
other pertinent information. It is the responsibility of the WPM to present a case to
DGSS (new ships) or DGFS(S) (in-service ships) via DNA for the issue of a CSSS in
order to ensure that a certificate is available when a vessel is due to sail .

0606. The procedures for survey and repair specified herein are applicable to all MOD vessels
except as excluded by Clause 0103 . A CSSS is issued for all MOD Surface Ships
identified by CNA Technical Memorandum 1/92 or as required by DNA, on the
completion of build and is updated and reissued after each Refit or DED .

Professional Officer

0607. The repair yard is to designate a Professional Officer who will be responsible for
ensuring that the survey has been conducted in accordance with the requirements of the
contract and this standard . The name and qualifications of the Professional Officer are to
be submitted to the WPM prior to refit start . In order to fulfil his responsibilities the
Professional Officer is to be associated with the survey planning and execution, repair
proposals, the quality of the repairs etc and satisfy himself by personal audit that the
required standards have been met . The Professional Officer is responsible for writing the
Professional Officer Summary which underpins the case submitted to DNA for CSSS
issue.

0608. It is the Professional Officer's responsibility to ensure that the surveying officer(s) is
competent to perform the survey. The person carrying out the survey is to have
undergone formal training in GRP technology and have sufficient experience in the
characteristics of GRP as a structural medium to enable an accurate assessment of the
condition of the structure to be made and any defects to be recognised, identified and
accurately reported upon . The surveyor is also to be familiar with the particular features
of GRP ship structures . Where the surveyor is using ultrasonic equipment or other NDE
techniques he shall be familiar with their operation, capabilities and limitations .

0609 . A qualified classification society surveyor may be designated the Professional Officer for
Category B and C Vessels where the repair period is less than 10 weeks duration .

HULL SURVEY

Responsibilities of WPM

0701 . It is the responsibility of the WPM to specify those compartments and structural elements
that are to be surveyed at each DED or Refit .

Objective of Survey

0702 . The object of a hull survey is to assess the material conditon of all structure and hull
fittings in a vessel . This plays an integral part in the continuous assessment of the hull
material state and is the principal source of the information on which the CSSS is based .
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A hull survey is to comment on the structural condition of all compartments and

structural elements both within and comprising compartment boundaries . In addition
comment is to be made on other areas (eg masts, fittings etc) .
0703. It is accepted that it will not be possible to inspect some areas of the hull . In the case of
primary structure, or structure whose failure would seriously jeopardize the operational
effectiveness of the ship, sufficient resources are to be allocated to ensure that the survey
is only limited by inaccessibility . WPM are to ensure that every effort has been taken to
survey inaccessible primary structure . Full advantage of equipment removals to enable
structural inspections are to be taken . Aids such as endoscopes are to be used to reduce
the amount of inaccessible structure to a minimum .
0704 . Structure hidden from view by any form of covering material (paint, lagging,linings, tiles
etc) is to be surveyed by removing sufficient material to allow a professional assessment
of the structure beneath . Where structural problems or defects are uncovered their full
extent is to be established . This may necessitate the removal of further material .
0705 . A full survey is to be carried out during refit periods . Any reduction in this requirement
is to be agreed by the Design Authority, in consultation with DNA. A partial survey is
conducted at DEDs, the extent of which is to be agreed with the Design Authority . The
partial survey must, as a minimum, include all primary structure, known defects from
earlier surveys and ship class defects .
0706. During the refit, those structures identified in the contract for survey, actually surveyed
and those structures not surveyed are to be listed together with explanations . . The list is to
be presented at the Hull Survey Assessment Meeting (HSAM) for consideration at least
2 weeks prior to the meeting as scheduled in accordance with Table 1 or Table 2 as
applicable.
0707 . The repair contractor is to be represented at the HSAM by the Professional Officer .
0708. A list of all compartments and major structural elements is to be maintained by the
Design Authority for all ships . This list is to state the last date of survey, the next
scheduled survey date, and any structural components of particular importance . Areas of
concern to individual classes are to be designated on a surveillance plan .
0709. The Schedule in Table 1 is to be followed to ensure the timely rectification of defects
discovered during the refit, and subsequent issue of the CSSS . Where repair periods are
less than 10 weeks duration the WPM may specify an abbreviated schedule be adopted .
In such cases the schedule in Table 2 is provided for guidance . The final schedule shall
be agreed with the Design Authority prior to the start of the repair period .
Preparation of Survey
0710 . The following clauses discuss the surveying of ship's structure in general terms . When
specifying surveys the Design Authority will account for ship, class or administrative
anomalies . Adequate and early preparation of compartments is necessary for satisfactory
survey to be undertaken . The removal of bunks, stores, lockers, machinery and services,
is to be scheduled at an early stage in order to allow time for rectification of any defects
discovered . Tanks, bilges and compartments are to be cleaned and lit to a standard that
will facilitate an accurate survey . Tanks and void spaces are to be certified gas free
before entry .
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1 PRE-REFIT ASSESSMENT BY AS SPECIFIED BY NIL

FOSF(ME) FOSF(ME)

2 DGFS(S) SPECIFIES EXTENT NO LATER THAN 50 REQUIREMENTS TO BE IDENTIFIED BY DGFS(S) INFO FOSF
OF SURVEY WEEKS BEFORE START (ME)(1) THE SURVEY LIST SHOULD BE PRODUCED WHEN
DATE REVIEWING THE PREVIOUS REPORT OF SURVEY

3 RECONCILIATION MEETING AS REQUIRED BY CALLED BY DGFS(S)(2) . ATTENDANCE REQUESTED FROM

DGFS(S)(2) FOSF(ME)(1), DOSS AND VESSEL . FINAL REFIT SPEC TO BE
FORWARDED TO WPM

4 CONTRACTOR COMPLETES SUR- BY MID-DOCKING SURVEY LIMITED TO THAT SPECIFIED ITEM 2 AND IN
VEY OF PRIMARY STRUCTURE CONTRACT DOCUMENTS

5 HULL SURVEY ASSESSMENT ON COMPLETION OF PRELIMINARY SURVEY RESULTS ARE TO BE FORWARDED TO

MEETING (HSAM) ITEM 4 MEMBERS 2 WKS PRIOR TO THE MEETING FOR A REFIT & 1 WK
PRIOR FOR A DED . CHAIRED BY DGFS(S)(2) . ATTENDED
BY FOSF(ME)(1), SHIP AND CONTRACTOR'S REPRESENTATIVE
CL 0706, 0707) . ATTENDEES TO AGREE ON REPAIR OF
EMERGENT WORK NOT PREVIOUSLY APPROVED .
ATTENDEES ARE TO VIEW THE SHIP BEFORE THE MEETING

6 CONTRACTED SURVEY AS REQUIRED BY TWO WEEKS AFTER COMPLETION FULL SURVEY RESULTS ARE TO
COMPLETED DGFS(S)(2) BE FORWARDED TO MEMBERS OF THE HSAM . THESE RESULTS
MAY TAKE THE FORM OF A DRAFT REPORT OF SURVEY WHERE
THE SURVEY AND PROPOSED ACTION COLUMNS OF THE SURVEY
RECORD SHEETS ARE FILLED IN

7 FINAL HSAM AS AGREED BY HSAM CALLED TO DISCUSS REPAIRS AND FULL SURVEY RESULTS IF
MEMBERS REQUESTED BY ONE OR MORE MEMBERS OF THE HSAM

8 ICSSS REQUEST BY DOSS ON COMPLETION WHEN ISSUED ICSSS IS VALID FROM RFSD TO RFSD PLUS
OR DGFS(S) AS APPROPRIATE ITEMS 6+7 10 WEEKS
(3)
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9 REPORT OF SURVEY PRODUCED BY 2 WKS BEFORE DISTRIBUTE AS PER CL 0803, ONE OF THE WPM's COPIES TO
a RFSD (OR CPU VIA DNA
EQUIVALENT

10 COMPLETION OF REFIT/DED AS REQD BY DOES(S) NIL

(2)

11 CSSS REQUESTED BY, RFSD DGFS(S) OR DGSS(3) REVIEWS REPORT OF SURVEY ETC AND
F" PLUS SEVEN WEEKS REQUESTS CSSS . ALSO STARTS LISTING FOR NEXT SURVEY

12 DNA ISSUES CSSS . BY RFSD DGFS(S) FORWARDS COPY OF CSSS TO SHIP AND FOSF(ME)(1)
ICSSS EXPIRES PLUS TEN WEEKS

(1) AND OPERATING AUTHORITY WHERE DIFFERENT FROM FOSF(ME)

( .2) ALTHOUGH DGFS(S) IS THE MOD CONTRACTING AUTHORITY FOR THE . MAJORITY OF REPAIR PERIODS, THERE MAY
BE OTHERS (eg FMRO PORTSMOUTH)

(3) DOSS IS THE DESIGN AUTHORITY FOR NEW SHIPS, DGFS(S) FOR IN-SERVICE SHIPS
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N 1 WPM SPECIFIES EXTENT OF APPROX 6 MONTHS REQUIREMENTS TO BE FORWARDED TO DGFS(S)(2) AND

a SURVEY BEFORE REFIT DATE FOSF(ME)(1)

2 WORK PACKAGE MEETING AS REQUIRED BY CALLED BY DGFS(S)(2)

DGFS(S)

3 MEETING WITH PROFESSIONAL BEFORE REFIT START AT DISCRETION OF WPM . MEETING WITH DGFS(S)(2)
OFFICER DATE AND PROFESSIONAL OFFICER

4 CONTRACTOR COMPLETES AS AGREED AT ITEM SURVEY LIMITED TO THAT SPECIFIED (2) AND IN CONTRACT
SURVEY OFPRIMARY (3) DOCUMENTS
STRUCTURE

5 HULL SURVEY ASSESSMENT ON COMPLETION OF AT DISCRETION OF WPM . ATTENDED BY DGFS(S),

MEETING (HSAM) ITEM ( 1!) (IF FOSF(ME) SHIPREPAIRER, AND S URVEYOR . TO REVIEW THE
REQUIRED) SURVEY AND OUTSTANDING ACTIONS . PRELIMINARY RESULTS
TO BE AVAILABLE DAY OF MEETING

6 COMPLETE SURVEY AS REQUIRED BY DGSR FULL SURVEY RESULTS ARE TO BE FORWARDED TO DGFS(S)
NO LATER THAN 1 WK PRIOR TO RFSD . THESE RESULTS MAY TAKE THE FORM
PRIOR TO RFSD OF A DRAFT REPORT OF SURVEY WHERE THE EXTENT OF
SURVEY AND PROPOSED ACTION COLUMNS ARE FILLED IN

7 ICSSS ISSUED BY WPM AFTER ON . COMPLETION OF 6 WHEN ISSUED ICSSS IS VALID FROM RFSD UNTIL RFSD PLUS
CONSULTATION WITH DNA 10 WEEKS

8 SURVEYOR TO INSPECT SURVEYOR TO COMPLETE "ACTIONS TAKEN" COLUMN ON THE

REPAIRS REPORT OF SURVEY

9 COMPLETION OF REFIT

10 FULL REPORT OF SURVEY BY THREE WEEKS REPORT OF SURVEY DISTRIBUTED

PRODUCED AFTER RFSD
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11 CSSS REQUESTED BY RFSD PLUS SEVEN WPM REVIEWS COMPLETED REPORT OF SURVEY AND MAKES
WEEKS SUBMISSION FOR CSSS

12 DNA SUPPORT BY .EXPIRY OF ICSSS DGFS(S) FORWARDS COPY OF CSSS TO SHIP AND FOSF(ME)
ISSUE OF CSSS (1)
AND DGFS(S) SIGNS

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(1) AND OPERATING AUTHORITY WHERE DIFFERENT FROM'FOSF(ME)

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0711 . Any cleaning of the outer bottom is to be programmed early in the docking period so that
a complete survey can be undertaken . Loose, flaking or blistered paint is to be removed
using an approved technique, to allow a full survey of the structure underneath . The area
of coating removed is to extend into a region where the bond between the coating and
underlying structure is sound .
Conduct of Surveys

0712 . Compartments and structural elements to be surveyed will be specified by the Design
Authority . They are to be examined paying particular attention to the defects and damage
described in this NES . The inclusion of a structural element such as decks or bulkheads
in the survey requirement implies that the element will be surveyed at all locations in the
ship where the element is present unless otherwise instructed . To this end decks and
bulkheads, for example, are to be surveyed from both sides .

0713 . Clauses 0714-0742 indicate typical areas where defects may be discovered and where
special action is to be taken . The list is not exhaustive . It is the responsibility of the
repair contractor to ensure that surveys are conducted in a professional and competent
manner and that steps, including those described in Clause 0703, 0704 are taken in order
to ensure that the survey report is an accurate and reliable description of the vessel's
structure . Surveys are to be extended where defects are found to establish the boundaries
of the defect (see Clause 0704) and reported in accordance with Annex A Part II .

NOTE : It may be necessary to conduct air, hose or water testing in support of a survey .
(See NES 155 Part 1 for testing requirements) .

Outer Bottom
0714 . The hull is to be viewed from a distance, looking for areas of distortion, damaged paint,
abrasion, oil or rust streaks, with any such areas being noted for closer examination . The
hull surface is then examined more closely over its entirety, looking for hairline cracking,
osmotic blisters, wicking and loose or leaking fasteners . Particular attention is to be paid
to the areas around the shell/main deck joint, the waterline, bow thrust tubes, shell in way
of Voith Schneider units/propellers, propeller brackets and the sonar trunk .
0715 . Any areas of hairline cracking or abrasion may indicate the presence of delaminations in
the panel . These areas are to be closely examined internally, by the removal of linings or
furniture if necessary, and externally, using the basic NDE techniques described in
Section 9 (tapping with a hammer may be particularly useful) or using ultrasonic testing
equipment if appropriate, to determine if a defect exists and to define its boundaries .
0716 . In areas where shell framing is reinforced by anti-peel bolts any signs of bolt movement
are to be investigated . This may be indicated by cracked paint or loose filler covering
bolt heads . If any bolt movement is suspected, the internal lagging is to be removed for a
close examination of the flange .
Shell Framing and Longitudinals
0717 . A detailed examination of shell framing boundary angles is to be made . This can' be
carried out using ultrasonic examination techniques (Clause 0912) or visual internal
examination . Frames and longitudinals in the slamming region, those in way of main
machinery seats, and those in way of propellers or Voith units are to be inspected . A
selection of other frames are to be inspected to an extent sufficient to make a judgement
on the condition of the frames .
0718 . In most vessels, below the level of floor plates/false decks in the hull bottom, the internal
surface of the hull is unpainted, hence with sufficient floor plate removal, the majority of
the bottom stiffening structure can be quickly and thoroughly visually inspected .

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Particular attention is to be paid to intersections of stiffeners with other structural items,
and around the ends of snaped-off stiffeners .

0719 . Hunt Class. In addition to the general requirements of Clauses 0717 and 0718, a limited
number of frames in way of machinery spaces are to be visually inspected by removing
lagging/linings . A visual survey of bolts for leakage in way of the ships side and tanks is
also to be conducted .
0720 . Sandown Class . In addition to the general requirements of Clauses 0717 and 0718
approximately one third of the frames are to be examined ultrasonically and a limited
number of frame/longitudinal intersections examined visually after the removal of
lagging and paint . The WPM is to produce a survey plan to ensure that all frames are
examined ultrasonically over a period of two refits . Indicator type surveys are to be
utilized at DEDs when stripout activities are limited .
Main Transverse Bulkheads
-0721 . The integrity of the main transverse watertight bulkheads is essential to the structural
strength of the ship, hence they are to be closely examined . The boundary angle joining
the bulkhead to the shell is to be examined around its whole length, either visually or
ultrasonically . Additionally, bulkhead/deck intersections are to be inspected with
approximately 1 m long sections of each such boundary being exposed for close
examination . Watertight bulkhead penetrations, particularly the larger ones, are to be
inspected for signs of sealant breakdown or damage .
Fresh Water Tanks (See Clause 0202)
0722 . All fresh water tank boundary angles are to be examined . Due to the presence of the
protective coating, this examination should be carried out using ultrasonics . This method
is not possible in all instances with the Sandown Class as the tank longitudinal bulkheads
land on longitudinal stiffeners . In such cases, a close visual examination is to be made
looking for any hairline cracking of the coating, as this may indicate movement of flange .
0723 . Protective coatings are to be examined for signs of breakdown, -lifting or discolouration .
Defective areas are to be removed to examine the GRP structure below, and on
completion of any repairs necessary the protective coating is to be replaced in accordance
with NES 763 .
Fuel Oil Tanks, Miscellaneous Tanks and Voids
0724 . All tank boundary angles are to be examined . The tanks are unpainted and therefore are
able to be examined visually from inside the tanks . The shell framing and longitudinals
in the tanks and voids are also to be inspected . In older ships, contamination of the GRP
surface from fuel oil or lubricating oils may make visual inspection unreliable . In these
instances, ultrasonic examination is to be employed.
Sonar Trunk
0725 . Sonar trunk boundary angles are to be examined visually . The remainder of the trunk is
to be checked for leakage or loose fittings .
Machinery Spaces
0726 . The bottom structure in way of machinery seats is to be examined, paying particular
attention to the structural members on which the seats actually sit and their intersections
with adjacent structural members . Close examination is to be made of areas where water
or oil is or appears to have been standing, for any sign of water or oil ingress into the
laminate . GRP machinery rafts and seats are to be checked for any sign of creep, which
may affect machinery alignment . All bolted joints are to be checked for tightness .

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Internal Decks
0727 . Internal decks are to be inspected from above and below for signs of damage . Any .
suspicious areas are to be investigated further by the removal of floor coverings or paint .
Particular attention should be paid to :
a. connections with the shell and watertight bulkheads ;
b. shipping hatches and shipping panels ;
c. the area in the vicinity of large penetrations of the deck ;
d. deck adjacent to scuppers and beneath lockers and other fixed fittings ;
e. deck areas likely to be subject to impact loading, (eg on storing routes);
f. areas of internal decks forming tank tops; and
g. underside of deck in way of major machinery .
Sections of the deck/shell boundary angle in way of tank tops are to be examined
ultrasonically to an extent sufficient to make a judgement on the condition of all such
joints. Selected further sections of approximately one frame space are to be examined .
visually by removal of linings .
Transoms
0728. The GRP transoms of all current GRP MCM vessels are laid up separately to the hull and
joined to the hull by a boundary angle internally and cloths laid over the joint externally.
The integrity of this joint is to be ensured .
0729. Hunt Class:
a. The structural transom of the Hunt class vessels is covered bya wooden transom
to prevent damage to the structural transom during deployment and recovery of
minesweeping gear, hence the transom external surface cannot be viewed . The
gap between the wooden and GRP transoms is covered by GRP cloth . The joint is
to be inspected for debonding from the wood or fracture (thus allowing sea water
in between the wood and GRP) . If the wooden transom shows heavy impact
damage, the wood is to be removed to allow inspection of the GRP transom, or if
the wooden transom is programmed for replacement, the opportunity is to be
taken to examine the external cloths of the hull to transom joint .
b. A thorough examination of the transom internally is to be made, with particular
attention paid to the boundary angle with the hull . Above the level of floorplates,
at least 50% of the boundary angle is to be viewed by the removal of insulation,
including the transom/shell/main deck joint . Below floor plates, the whole of the
boundary angle is visible .

0730. Sandown Class :

a. The transom external surface is to be examined visually with particular attention
to the joint with the hull . Any areas of the transom which appear to have received
a heavy impact should be investigated further by the internal removal of
insulation or by ultrasonic examination .

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b. Internally, the boundary angle below the floorplates is visible and is to be
thoroughly examined . Above the floorplates, at least 50% of the boundary angle
is to be viewed by the removal of insulation, including the transom/hull,main deck
joint.
Weather Decks
0731 . The connection between weather deck and the hull is not suitable for ultrasonic
examination and is difficult to examine visually . Externally, the joint is covered by the
fender, hence any damage to the fender may indicate hidden damage to the deck/shell
connection, and therefore the insulation or linings in the affected areas are to- be removed
internally to permit examination of the internal fillet . If any section of fender requires
replacement the opportunity is to be taken to examine the deck/hull joint more
thoroughly.
0732 . The most vulnerable areas of the joint between the weather deck and the hull are the
shoulders and at the transom, hence these areas are always to be visually examined
internally .
0733 . The remainder of the weather decks is to be inspected, for damage from above and below,
with particular attention being given to the following areas :

a. in way of deck machinery ;

b. gun mountings ;
c. around hatches and scuttles ;
d. around large discontinuities and deck openings ;
e. shipping hatches and shipping panels ;
f. through-deck penetrations ;
g. around engine casings ;
h. edges of metal sprayed areas ;
j. areas subject to heavy impact, such as the forecastle, PAP recovery areas, storing
areas ;
k. in way of mooring bollards and fairleads ;
m. areas of standing water and around scuppers ;
n. areas in way of crane seatings and supports ; and
p. Hunt Class . Sweep deck structure in way of the pillars supporting 1 deck aft
(Canopy Deck) and to the pillars themselves.
Any suspect areas are to be further investigated by the removal of deck coverings .
Superstructure
0734 . The general condition of the superstructure is to be surveyed with particular attention
paid to the superstructure to main deck boundary angle, and other principal boundary
angles . Superstructure decks are to be surveyed in accordance with 0727 or 0731 as
appropriate, and bulkheads in accordance with 0721 or 0735 as appropriate .

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Minor Bulkheads

0735 . Minor bulkheads are to be examined for delamination of boundary angles and butt joints,
and for any signs of fracture, particularly around penetrations, door ways, etc . Fracture
of a minor bulkhead may indicate excessive flexure of the deck or deckhead which are to
be investigated further. The base of minor bulkheads, particularly those forming
passageways, may be subject to repeated impacts from boots, equipment and cleaning of
decks, so close attention should be paid to these areas . Fittings mounted on balsa-cored
bulkheads are to be checked for security .

Watertight Doors, Hatches, Scuttles and Manholes

0736. These are essential to the watertight integrity of the ship and although not necessarily of
GRP construction, form an important part of the structural survey . The doors, hatches
and scuttles are to be examined for signs of damage, corrosion or cracking and the
mechanisms and clips checked . The rubber seals are to be checked for compression,
indentations or hardness and chalk tests carried out in accordance with NES 155 Part 1 as
required. The fixing of frames and coamings to the GRP construction are to be examined
for any signs of loose bolts or sealant breakdown.

0737 . Hatch coamings on the Hunt Class vessels are of GRP construction and are to be
examined for damage or delaminations, particularly around the top edge which may be
subject to repeated impact and the boundary angle joining the coaming to the deck .

0738 . Manhole covers are generally of GRP construction and are to be examined for damage
and delamination, particularly around edges . Manhole seatings are to be examined and
studs checked for security .

Bilge Keels

0739 . Bilge keels are vulnerable to damage from flotsam or slamming and therefore are to be
checked for impact damage, particularly on the leading edge . The boundary angle
bonding the bilge keel to the hull is to be examined for any sign of delamination, and
bolts (where fitted) for security .

Propeller Brackets

0740. Propeller bracket seatings are to be closely examined internally and externally . Root
whitening, crazing, hairline cracking or, in the worst case, fracture, may indicate shaft
vibration/alignment problems .

Rudders

0741 . The GRP skins are to be examined for abrasion and erosion damage . Skin joints are to be
checked together with the security of the skins on the rudder frame .

Masts

0742 . Attention is to be paid to hull/mast connections and support structure .

8. REPORT OF SURVEY
Category A, B and C Vessels

0801 . The Report of Survey (see Annex A) is a detailed record of the survey of ship structure,
WT doors and hatches including state of preservation, air and water tests and repair
action taken by the repair contractor . It plays an important part in assessing the material
state of the ship for authorization of the CSSS and is to include all of the following :

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a. Name and location of all compartments and structural elements surveyed,

irrespective of survey results .

b. Name and location of all compartments and structural elements not surveyed with
reasons for such .

c. Extent of survey within compartments and of structural elements .

d. Comprehensive details of the condition of the structure highlighting any defects

found. A defect assessment is to be made which covers :

(1) Defect location and items of structure involved .

(2) Defect type and description .
(3) Defect size and depth.
e. Full details of the remedial action required to rectify defects found. Statements
such as "repair as required" are not to be used .

f. Full details of the actual repairs undertaken.

g. Where defects have not been rectified it is important that these are highlighted
giving reasons and recommendations for future repair action .

h. Professional Officer's Certificate (POC) and Summary (POS).

Instructions for the completion of the Report of Survey are given on the reverse of the
Report of Survey Cover Sheet in Annex A.
Vessel Outside CSSS Programme
0802. Vessels such as boats which are not required to be structurally certified by CNA
Technical Memorandum 1/92 require report of survey by completion of Annex B
distributed in accordance with 0805 . Boats and Small Craft General Specification
DCW 424/900/01/01 applies in particular with respect to hoisting arrangements (lifting
points) and, tank and watertight compartment testing .
Drawings and Sketches

0803 . Clear and accurate drawings and sketches to show the extent of survey, defects found and
positions of ultrasonic readings are to be used to provide clarification. Such drawings are
to be forwarded with the Report of Survey .
Distribution (Vessels in CSSS Programme Annex A)
0804. The Report of Survey is to be completed and distributed as follows :
a. Original plus 1 copy to the Warship Project Manager in DGFS(S) .

b. 1 copy to FOSF(ME) .
c. 1 copy to the Ship's Commanding Officer.
d. 1 copy to the Shipyard or Naval Base Manager .
e. 1 copy to Operating Authority if different from FOSF(ME) .

f. 1 copy to DNA/NA123 .

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Distribution (Vessels not in CSSS Programme Annex B)

0805 . The Report of Survey is to be completed and distributed as follows :
a. Original to the DGFS(S) project section as appropriate .
b. One copy to the Principal Naval Overseer or the MOD Quality Assurance
Representative .
c. One copy to the Ship's Commanding Officer (boat copy) .
d. One copy to the Boats Sponsor (BR 8161 Annex A refers) .
Hull Survey Record Sheets
0806. All hull survey record sheets are to be signed by the surveyor who conducts the survey,
the survey controller who reviews proposed actions, and the Repair Contractor's Ship
Project Manager who confirms the action is completed .
9. EXAMINATION MEl HODS
Visual Examination
0901 . The simplest method of examination is visual inspection . Careful visual examination of
GRP composites can serve to detect many faults which arise in production and failures
in-service .
0902 . Visual examination can be effectively carried out under natural light by the trained eye or
assisted by transmitted or reflected light from a powerful inspection lamp . Transmitted
light is particularly useful as a good laminate will appear uniformly translucent whilst
.certain defects are shown up as shadow areas with specific indications . However, certain
slight variations in light intensity can be due to defects such as variations in gel coat
thickness - or pigmentation and variations in laminate thickness due to reinforcement
overlaps and additional areas of reinforcement . Where the cause of a shadow area
cannot be determined, it may be investigated by other means such as ultrasonic
examination.

0903 . The areas for inspection are to be clean, uncluttered and well lit (although the light is not
to throw glare on to the operator) and with the examiner well situated . The use of an
illuminated magnifier, low-powered microscope or projection microscope may be
necessary or an advantage .
Tapping Test (Sound)

0904 . Whilst a crude method, the simple test of tapping a GRP laminate sharply with a suitable
object and listening to the sound made, is surprisingly informative to an experienced
examiner . A well cured fully hardened GRP composite when struck will emit a sharp
high pitched ring whilst an under-cured laminate will give a dull pitched thud . The clear
ring can also locate underlying structure whereas the dull thud may indicate under-cure,
delamination or water saturated areas depending on whether new or in-service
components are being examined . The sound could also be affected if the component has
a heavy paint film such as anti-fouling. Any suspect area is to be further examined by
another NDE technique or by careful destructive probing to determine the nature and
extent of the defect .
0905. The tapping device can vary from a simple coin or nylon mallet through to the surveyor's
traditional ball pein hammer, the lighter the tapping the clearer the ringing note. The
object selected and the tapping is done prudently to avoid inadvertent damage .

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Hardness Test
0906 . The surface hardness test is used as a measure for the assessment of the degree of resin
cure at the manufacture of a component . It is not normally used at in-service surveys
unless the gelcoat is suspect or to examine the hardness of a blistered or wet hull and to
monitor any change. Surface hardness is not an absolute measure of the state of cure,
however, it does differentiate between a bad laminate and a good laminate a little more
accurately than is possible by casual observation or by the tapping (sound) test described
0904 .
0907. The surface hardness test is to be carried out in accordance with NES 701 Part 3 . In
applying this test, the following is to be borne in mind :
a. Measurements can only be taken on resin rich surfaces, such as gel coats, as
reinforcements and fillers on the moulding surface will cause high local variations
in readings.
b. A high number of readings are to be taken and averaged to give the local hardness
and in large mouldings such as hulls, a considerable number of areas must be
measured to be representative .
0908 . If a low hardness figure is recorded on release, indicating a suspect or poor degree of
cure, the hardness is to be monitored daily to determine if the cure is improving and if
any post curing is required .
Moisture Measurement Tests
0909 . There are a number of moisture testing devices available to check for moisture below a
GRP surface that looks dry . The equipment where the presence of moisture is assessed
by the change in capacitance have proved better for GRP laminates than the type relying
on the penetration of two spikes into the laminate .
0910. Moisture measurement examination plays a major role in the repair of hull surfaces
affected by osmotic blisters and large areas can be checked for -moisture level thus
avoiding destructively removing a'layer suspected of holding moisture . The moisture
content of the hull laminate can be monitored through the drying-out of the hull laminate
until an acceptable level for repair is reached .
0911 . The meters give a relative reading on a scale which is noted and logged at various points
around the hull every day . Since GRP laminates will differ in their make-up and
construction, hulls will differ in their readings and the way they dry out . The meter may,
at times, register right through to the inside of a hull, so if an isolated high reading is
registered it is important to check that there is not a stringer, metal object or something
else inside the hull which is the cause .
Ultrasonic Examination
0912 . Ultrasonic examination is to be undertaken by an experienced UT equipment operator
using a suitable digital flaw detector which is capable of providing a good match with
damped 0 .5 MHz compression wave probes .
0913 . Ultrasonic examination is to be carried out in accordance with NES 729 Part 5 where
appropriate . For normal scanning the UiT flow detection time base is to be calibrated to
give a 100% Full Screen Deflection (FSD) from the first backwall echo . The probe-is to
be worked in a rectilinear pattern with each progression of the probe being one transducer
width to ensure complete coverage of the connection being examined . When examining
a boundary angle or frame, the position of the increase in thickness at the edges are to be
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the line at the shell/frame change of section. The extent and position of any discontinuity
or delamination is to be plotted by means of the 6 db drop method .

10. DEFECTS (SINGLE SKIN)

1001 . In-service defect types are described in Clauses 1002-1021 . Figures 1 to 10 are included
to aid the recognition of defects . It should be noted that the figures show fairly severe
cases of the various defects and in practice, defects will be far more difficult to see .
Table 3 summarizes defect limiting sizes .

Panel Delamination

1002. Delamination within a panel is usually .the result of a heavy impact on the panel, and is
usually accompanied by stiffener damage or detachment (see Clause 1014) . An example
is shown in Figure 1 . Often, there will be no' sign of the damage externally as the panel
flexes then recovers . The only external sign may be cracked paint or a slight abrasion in
the region of the impact and hairline cracking due to tensile failure of the surface .
Internally, damage may be extensive, ranging from a small in-plane delamination to
complete failure of the laminate . This, however, may be covered by insulation linings or
furniture so still may not be obvious . Bulging or distorted insulations or furniture
damaged or broken away from its attachment may indicate a problem behind it . Panel .
delamination is clearly detectable using ultrasonic testing .

Osmosis

1003 . Osmosis is a well known and well documented phenomenon experienced by commercial
craft and can prove very costly to repair. The condition is generally associated with the
gel-coat and gel-coat defects . Traditional gel-coats use a single or double skinned
thixotropic pigmented gel-coat resin which is not reinforced by glass. RN mine counter
measures vessels have a surface tissue/chopped strand mat outer layer which is a resin
rich water barrier acting instead of a gel-coat, but is reinforced, hence RN MCM vessels
should not suffer the traditional osmosis problems . Very ocasionally ;- however, osmosis
can occur in the laminate itself, a problem which could affect GRP MCM ships . Osmosis
is mainly an immersed hull problem but may also occur on topsides, tanks, on wet decks
under stowed equipment or around deck fittings, and under damp transom sheathing .

1004 . Osmosis occurs because polyester resin is semi-permeable and water molecules may
pass into the laminate . This in itself would pose no problem, but even in a very high
quality laminate, many micro-cavities occur, primarily in the strands of glass-fibres, in
which water molecules can collect to form droplets . Over a period of time, the moisture
may degrade the resin by dissolving any undissolved solubles in the resin system,
particularly the PVA binder of emulsion bound chopped strand mat reinforcement . The
dissolved constituents increase the density of the liquid in the cavity and turn it
moderately acidic. Due to the strength of the glass reinforcement, very high pressures
can build up in the cavity (up to 100 psi has been recorded) until a delamination (inter-
laminar strength is relatively low) is started forming a larger cavity . Hence the condition
is progressive and can lead to serious loss of structural integrity . A section through an
inter-laminar osmotic blister is shown in Figure 2 .

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LIMITING DEFECT SIZE

DEFECT TYPE LOCATION
HUNT SANDOWN

PANEL WHOLE SHIP Any defect Any defect

DELAMINATION

HULL . Any Any

OSMOSIS
SUPERSTRUCTURE Blisters covering 1 m 2 or individual
blisters 50 mm diameter

WICKING WHOLE SHIP Any Any

ABRASION SHELL, DECK AND Any Any

SUPERSTRUCTURE

EXTERNAL SHELL, DECKS Any Any

OR SUPERSTRUCTURE

SURFACE UNPROTECTED' INTERNAL Any Any

CRAZING SURFACES - cosmetic repair - cosmetic repair

PROTECTED INTERNAL No limit No limit

SURFACES

WTB BOUNDARY ANGLES None - bolts will 1 m length .

AND STIFFENER FLANGES hold . Mark up and Mark up and
(EXCEPT iwo MACHINERY monitor monitor
SEATS)

ROOT STIFFENER FLANGES iwo Any Any

WHITENING MACHINERY SEAT
(Limited to
root alone) OTHER MAIN LOAD- If bolted, mark up 1 m length
BEARING FLANGES and monitor . If
not bolted, 1 m

OTHER MINOR FLANGES Greater of 1 m or Greater of 1 m or

20% of length 20% of length

FLANGE WHOLE SHIP Any Any

DELAMINATIONS

FLANGE WHOLE SHIP Any Any

DETACHMENT

Contd

TABLE 3 DEFECT LIMITING SIZES

NOTE : Defect sizes are limiting cases only . There may be occasions where repair action for defects
below the limiting sizes are necessary . In any cases of doubt the Design Authority is to
be consulted .

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Contd

LIMITING DEFECT SIZE

DEFECT TYPE LOCATION
HUNT SANDOWN

TANK BOUNDARY ALL TANKS Any Any

ANGLE DEFECTS
(Whitening or
delamination)

HULL, WTB's, 1 DECK, Any Any

DELAMINATION SUPERSTRUCTURE FRONT
AT ENDS OF
STIFFENERS OTHER STRUCTURE Mark up and Mark up and
monitor monitor

FRACTURE WHOLE SHIP Any Any

LEAKING ALL WT OR CT Any Any

FASTENERS/ BOUNDARIES
FITTINGS

TABLE 3 DEFECT LIMITING SIZES

NOTE: Defect sizes are limiting cases only . There may be occasions where repair action for defects
below the limiting sizes are necessary . In any cases of doubt the Design Authority is to
be consulted .

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FIGURE 1 DELAMINTATION OF SHELL FOLLOWING IMPACT

BLISTER ON LAMINATE SURFACE

MOISTURE PENETRATES LAMINATE TO

FILL VOID

LAMINATES /`~ \`~//~ ' ~

`~~~~~~
y \\

RESIN RICH LAYERS ' ~ L //~ l/

BETWEEN LAMINATES ~`tU
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LIQUID FILLED OSMOTIC PRESSURE RUPTURES RESIN

INTER-LAMINAR VOID BOND AND ENLARGES CAVITY

FIGURE 2 INTERLAMINAR OSMOSIS

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1005 . Evidence of osmosis is seen on the surface as circular blisters of about 6-10 mm
diameter upwards, or larger irregular shaped blisters . Small blisters can be very difficult
to detect, particularly if they are under anti-fouling paint or boot topping which may be
uneven in itself. Blisters in the paint can occur and must not be confused with osmotic
blisters . It is important that osmosis is detected and the laminate repaired at an early
stage to avoid more serious structural problems and high repair costs . Early signs of
osmosis will normally be seen along the waterline and in the forefoot area .

Wicking

1006 . Wicking, like osmosis, is caused by water penetrating the laminate and can lead, in the
most extreme cases, to severe breakdown of the laminate and subsequent structural
failure . 'It is a problem associated with chopped strand mat and is not anticipated as a
problem in a woven-roving laminate . It occurs where fibres penetrate or come very
close to the laminate surface and again is usually associated with fibres embedded into a
gel-coat . The resin rich surface and surface tissue layer in naval mine counter measures
vessels should prevent this problem occurring .

1007 . Wicking is caused when water is drawn along the glass fibre strands by capillary action .
The penetration may pass from strand to strand, depending how thoroughly the fibres
were wetted out by the resin . No osmotic pressure is built up, but the moist fibres swell,
breaking the bond between the resin and the fibres .

1008 . Wicking is very difficult to detect in a painted laminate - the trace of the fibre pattern
may be seen on the surface as swellings, but usually is not visible on the surface . In a
clear laminate, (ie with the paint removed), it can be seen as long thin white swellings
along fibres, and should be treated at an early stage by drying out the laminate and
repainting.

Abrasion

1009 . Abrasion of the hull can be caused by other craft or objects ranging alongside or whilst
lying alongside a jetty or cat with inadequate fendering . A typical example is shown in
Figure 3 .
1010 . Shallow scoring of the GRP does not represent a serious defect and may be repaired
using an epoxy filler . Abrasion deep into the laminate will reduce the shell strength and
provide a possible source of water ingress into the laminate, particularly if damage is near
or below the waterline, which may lead to more serious defects such as osmosis or
wicking.

NOTE: All cases of abrasion are to be repaired as soon as possible, even if only
temporarily, to prevent water entering the laminate .

Surface Crazing

1011 . Crazing on the resin surface may indicate impact damage or a highly stressed area . It
indicates the likely presence of other defects within the laminate . An example of severe
surface crazing following shock is shown in Figure 4 . Once again, although crazing is
not in itself a significant defect and does not constitute structural failure, increased water
ingress may lead to problems at a later date .

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FIGURE 3 ABRASION DAMAGE TO HULL

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Root Whitening

1012 . Root whitening can occur in bulkhead or deck boundary angles, top-hat stiffener flanges
and other flanges . The roots of angles tend to be resin-rich due to the moulding process
and may internally delaminate locally at lower stress levels than the surrounding
structure . Root whitening is caused by excessive flexure of the angle and shows as a
white area along the root. It can only be seen in clear unpainted laminate . Two examples
of root whitening, in a bulkhead boundary angle and in a longitudinal top-hat stiffener
flange, are shown in Figures 5 and 6 respectively .

1013 . Root whitening is not a serious defect, and, provided it does not cover too long a length,
should not require repair other than in areas subject to cyclic loading . It is to be
monitored to ensure the whitening does not spread further . See Table 3 .

FIGURE 5 ROOT WHITENING IN BULKHEAD BOUNDARY ANGLE

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FIGURE 6 ROOT WHII1NING IN TOP-HAT LONGITUDINAL FLANGE

Flange Delamination
1014 . Root whitening caused by a single high loading is unlikely to spread further under normal
loading conditions . If repeated high loadings are encountered, it may spread along the
root and, in extreme cases, out from root into the flange, causing flange delamination . An
example of this can be seen in Figure 7, of a tank boundary angle . In the Hunt Class, the
anti-peel bolts will generally arrest the delamination . However, in the Sandown Class it
may spread across the whole flange .

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FIGURE 7 FAILURE OF TANK BOUNDARY ANGLE

Flange Detachment

1015 . Under unusually high loading, such as shock or impact, flanges may detach from the
GRP surface onto which they are bonded, with the detachment usually originating in the
root and spreading to the toe of the flange . This can be observed visually, showing as a
pale area of laminate and cracking along the flange edge . It can be detected by ultrasonic
examination from the smooth surface as a lack of change of laminate thickness where the
thickness should have increased .

Delamination at Ends of Stiffeners

1016 . A hard-spot is created at the snaped-off ends of top-hat stiffeners, which may
delaminate under impact or shock loading, although this detail has been optimized by
using a snape angle of 30° or less where possible . An example of this is shown in
Figure 8 . A delamination of this type can spread rapidly under repeated loading . It cann
clearly be seen visually, as demonstrated in the figure, and can be detected by ultrasonic
testing .

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FIGURE 8 DELAMINATION AT 1 ERMINATION OF STIFFENER

Local Fracture
1017 . Under impact or high stress, a laminate may fracture through its thickness
. Often, the
fracture will close making it difficult to detect, but can be seen as cracked paintwork,
whitish lines in the laminate, raised lines on the surface, or maybe a jagged edge or resin .
Fracture due to tensile failure is preceded by fibre pull-out and the fracture edge may be
marked by the presence of dry glass fibres rather than a clear break surface . Fracture due
to compressive failure results in a fracture edge with a crushed appearance . Figure 9
shows a case of a fairly severe fracture of a beam knee .

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FIGURE 9 FRACTURE OF BEAM KNEE

Tank Boundary Angle Failure

1018 . Under high internal pressure, excessive flexure of tank bulkheads may cause the
boundary angles to delaminate, leading to a loss of liquid from the tank . Such a failure is
shown in Figure 7, with severe root whitening evident and delamination of the boundary
angle spreading outwards from the root . Minor root whitening of a tank boundary angle
may contain microscopic cracking along which tank liquid contents can travel for
considerable distances .

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Fasteners and Fittings

1019 . Fasteners and through-hull fittings, such as bolts, may corrode, reducing the
effectiveness of the fastener, or may become loose due to creep of the laminate and
deterioration of the sealant, causing the fastener/fitting to leak . Additionally, the use of
undersize washers or small diameter bolts and the over tightening of bolts can cause high
compressive cracking failure . The obvious sign of this is water (or tank contents) leaking
through a visible fitting . However, many may not be clearly visible so evidence of
stained paintwork, damp insulation or unexpected standing liquid could indicate a leaking
fitting .

Creep

1020 . Creep is a permanent set of the GRP which occurs over a long period when the GRP is
subject to a steady load . It is not necessarily a defect in terms of structural integrity as the
GRP maintains most of its strength, but may cause dimensional related problems . Creep
is sometimes shown as a series of hairline cracks on the resin surface or by surface
crazing . High ambient temperatures, such as in an engine rooms may increase the rate of
creep.

Debond
1021 . Debonding is the separation of two components that have been joined together by
adhesion . A typical example is shown at Figure 10 . It illustrates the failure of a
deck/hull interface in way of the anchor box and gunwhale .

FIGURE 10 DEBOND BETWEEN DECK AND HULL

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11. SURVEY OF GRP SANDWICH CONSTRUCTION

General
1101 . Survey techniques employed for single skin GRP construction (ie the sighting of resin
whitening, shade changes within a laminate, delamination, resin crazing etc), are also
appropriate to the survey of GRP sandwich construction although the ability to note
"shade effects" is minimized by the presence of the core .
1102 . The basic difficulty in respect of the survey of GRP sandwich is the inability to readily
establish the state .of the core (ie whether core and skin are properly bonded together) . It
should be noted that the cause of a defect may well be remote from the evidence .

1103 . Survey is further complicated by the inability to "see through" the skins (even if
unpigmented) and the core negating the very limited potential of ultra-sonics and/or
radiography . Since it is not always apparent that the structure to be surveyed is of
sandwich construction, reference to applicable drawings is usually required in advance of
the survey.
Principal Defects and Damage of GRP Sandwich

1104 . The principle defects and damage to GRP sandwich construction maybe summarized as
being :
a. skin to core de-bond ;
b. water between the skins and/or in the core material ;
c. surface defects that expose the core or allows water ingress ;
d. fastener problems; or
e. inherent design/production deficiencies (as detailed in NES 752 Part 3) .
(These are in addition to those of single skin GRP detailed in NES 752 Part 1 . Defects
associated with design and build are detailed in NES 752 Part 2) .
Skin to Core De-bond
1105 . The importance of skin to core de-bond defects cannot be over emphasized . It is the
most important yet the most difficult defect to detect, either its existence or its extent . It
is also usually accompanied by what would at first appear as totally disassociated defect
happenings . A sandwich structure is designed such that the skins and core act as one
without which the structure in question is rendered ineffective .
1106 . A skin de-bond can "grow" with the flexing of a panel or structure . If water is within the
sandwich the pulsing of the "loose" skin can effectively produce a pumping action which
can result in rapid extension of the de-bond .
1107 . Such a skin/core de-bond is usually associated with excessive panel deflection (due to
the loss of stiffness) . Therefore, it can often be identified by the presence of a series of
close regular and parallel resin cracking and crazing lines at the extremities of the panel .
The presence of such resin defects well away from the actual fault (eg alongside a
stiffener), is often the first sign of an impending failure .
NOTE: Paint cracking that produces a similar readily defined crazing "pattern" can
often be evidence of happenings to the resin under the paint and is to be
investigated .

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1108 . The extent of the de-bond is significant and every endeavour is to be made to identify the
defective area and assess type, overall structural implications and level of repair required
(see NES 752 Part 3) . To establish the extent of the skin/core de-bond the following
inspection methods may be followed :
Light Tapping
a. Light tapping can sometimes identify lack of bond however if the suspect skin is
firm against the core (which could be swollen) this technique is nullified .
r `he Skin
b. Lifting of the skin is a method sometimes possible in special circumstances for
thin skins . The object is to try and lift the suspect skin with a suction pad or tool
or if practicable and acceptable by the bonding on of a block with which to apply
a lift .
NOTE : THIS TECHNIQUE REQUIRES CAUTION IN APPLICATION
Pilot Holes
c. Use of pilot holes, if the suspect areaa is exposed to the elements or sited
underwater the skin/core defect, could be associated with some ingress of water .
Prudent and selective drilling of small holes may aid the survey .

NOTE: An in-line "complimentary shear failure" through the core material

PARALLEL to the skins, due primarily to inadequate properties of the core,
produces the same strength deficiency effects as a skin/core de-bond and is to
be treated as such.
Water in the Sandwich Construction
1109. The -presence of water between the skins or in the core material - is a frequent happening
and is principally associated with-inadequate sealing of fittings and/or fastenings or
damage to a skin . It is important that the source of the ingress of the water, which may
originate some distance away from the evidence, is identified and repaired .

1110 . The defect can be identified by :

a. increase in weight ;
b. discolouration around or faulty fastener;
c. dripping water or streak marks ; or
d. swelling of the sandwich .
1111 . If there is the slightest inadequacy in the skin/core bond in the vicinity of the ingress the
water will perculate insidiously over a wide area irrespective of core material involved .
Similarly if the core is absorbent (they vary although the more usual claim is 95% non-
absorbancy) water can perculate considerable distances . Such seepage within the core
can become considerable if the suspect area is underwater and subject to pressure.
1112. The type of core material is relevant to the assessment of this defect and its structural
implications . The cell wall structure of some of the plastic foams are such that, with
pressure, water can migrate through and at the same time damage the weakened wall
structure involving considerable loss of strength . The rate of water absorption into end
grain Balsa wood can depend very considerably upon the production techniques

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employed, (ie whether initially sealed before lay-up etc), and whether shear webs have
been incorporated in the core . With timber inserts (ie for fasteners), water take-up is
dependent upon the species and quality of the timber which of course can vary widely
even with the same species . Honeycombs, foam filled or otherwise, are similarly effected
by water although core materials are seldom found in prime marine structure .
Surface Defects
1113. These defects usually comprise gougings, scores and dents of the exposed surface of the
GRP sandwich resulting from "wear and tear" these are normally self evident and readily
assessible. The significance of such defects, relate to size, position and severity of the
defect and :
a. the extent skin damage ;
b. whether water has penetrated the surface ;
c. if the skin defect is likely to prejudice the properties of the sandwich ;
d. if the fault is accompanied by any skin de-bond ; and
(NOTE: The core can remain permanently dented but the skin can often recover)
e. proximity to a "hard spot" (ie bulkhead, high density or timber insert or
similar high stress/fastener area) .
Fasteners
1114. The most frequent defects associated with sandwich construction are connected with the
way in which fasteners are fitted, loaded or subsequently fitted in service . Fastener
damage is due, in the most part, to lack of appreciation of the thinness of the skins and
capabilities of the core material . The fastener damage most commonly encountered is
due to :
a. inability of the fastener to take the load required ;
b. core inadequacies;
c. local crushing in way of the fastener;
d. inadvertent penetration of both skins ;
e. fastener diameter too small ;
f. lack of sealant; and
g. fastener penetration through one skin (self-tapping screws in particular) .
Report of Survey
1115 . The report of survey is to be in accordance with Annex A of this standard .

12. TESTING OF STRUCTURES

1201. All airtight, oiltight and watertight structures, tanks and compartments that have been
subjected to structural work are to be tested on completion in accordance with the
requirements of drawings appropriate to the Class of Ship .

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1202. The MOD is to be given the option of viewing all structures, tanks and compartments
before filling and testing . The option is also to be given for final inspection of tanks,
compartments and structures prior to closing up . (See Annex A Part II Report . of
Air/Water Test of Tanks and Compartments) .

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ANNEX A

REPORT OF SURVEY-GRP SURFACE SHIPS AND CRAFT

COVER SHEET

INTRODUCTION
1. THIS REPORT of SURVEY FORM (RSF) COMPRISES :
COVER SHEET
INSTRUCTIONS FOR COMPLETION OF REPORT OF SURVEY
PROFESSIONAL OFFICER'S CERTIFICATE (POC)
PROFESSIONAL OFFICER'S SUMMARY (POS)
PART I - REPORTS OF HULL STRUCTURE, STRUCTURE, W/T DOORS,
HATCHES, HULL BOLTS AND APPENDAGES
PART II - REPORTS OF AIR/WATER TEST OF TANKS AND COMPARTMENTS .

HMS
*REFIT/DED/AMP at START DATE

References
NES 752 PARTS 1, 2 & 3 GRP Survey and Repair Requirements for HM Ships,
Boats, Craft and Structures .
CNA TM 1/92 Certificates of Safety Structural Strength

*delete as applicable

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INSTRUCTIONS FOR COMPLETION OF REPORT OF SURVEY

1. A Report of Survey is to be raised for all Surface Ship surveys other than those carried
out by Ships Staff. The Report of Survey is to consist of a POC, POS, Part I - Report of
Structure and Part II - Report of Air/Water Tests .

2. Professional Officer's Certificate (POC) . The POC is to be completed by a Naval

Architect of Chartered Engineer status . In order to fulfil his responsibilities the Professional
Officer is to be associated with the survey planning and execution, repair proposals, the quality
of the repairs, etc and satisfy himself by personal audit that the required standards have been met .
It is the Professional Officer's responsibility to ensure that the surveying officer is competent to
perform the survey .
3. Professional Officer's Summary (POS) . The POS is to give a professional assessment of
the overall structural condition of the vessel . The summary is to include lists of defects that have
not been rectified in accordance with the applicable NESs and concessions arising from the
survey in general . The summary is necessary to assist the Warship Project Manager (WPM) in
forming his assessment of the vessel and therefore must be presented in a frank and forthright
manner . The Professional Officer (PO) must state any areas of doubt or concern together with
any suggestions he may have for surveying particular areas in the future . The PO must give his
opinion of the fitness of the structure until the next normal survey opportunity (ie the next
planned DED or Refit) or he must state the requirements for any intermediate survey or repair .
PART 1- REPORTS OF STRUCTURE
4. The index is to list every compartment in the vessel and those structural elements
identified by the MOD to be surveyed . Each compartment or element surveyed is to have a
unique survey record sheet which is to be numbered to align with the compartment or element
index number . A large compartment such as a machinery space may be surveyed using several
record sheets . Where this is the case, each sheet is to be given a sequential page number . Each
element is to be individually signed for .
5. The Survey Record Sheets in Part I are to be preceded by a pictorial description of the
survey undertaken and the extent of survey is to be marked on A3 or A4 size-shell expansion,
deck plan and bulkhead drawings . The marking convention to be used is as follows :
a. vertical hatch for survey of non-stiffened side of structure ;

b. horizontal hatch for survey of stiffened side of structure;

c. cross hatch for survey of both sides .
Any part of the vessel deemed to require special attention during the next survey is to be
indicated. Survey record sheets are to be accompanied by sketches where use will provide
clarification .
6. Part I will contain Survey Record Sheets each of which is to be completed in full . If part
of a record sheet is not appropriate to the compartment or structural element concerned this is to
be stated, blank spaces are not acceptable . Defects discovered but not rectified in accordance
with NES 752 Parts 1, 2 and 3 are to be clearly marked for inclusion into the Professional
Officers Summary (POS) and the compartments or structural elements affected are to be
identified with an asterisk (*) on the master index preceding the Survey Record Sheets .

7. Where NDE is conducted results are to accompany the appropriate visual survey record
sheets .

ANNEX A

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8. Survey Record Sheets are important documents and are not to be completed in pencil,
have entries erased or changed. However if changes are made to the Report of Survey Form
after the initial Hull Survey Assessment Meeting (HSAM) they are to be clearly identified, dated,
signed and an explanation given .
PART II-REPORTS OF AIR/WATER TESTS

9. Completion of Part II is self explanatory .

10. Completed Reports of Survey may be subject to audit at the MOD's discretion.

ANNEX A

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REPORT OF SURVEY-GRP SURFACE SHIPS, AND CRAFT

PROFESSIONAL OFFICER'S CERTIFICATE (POC)

References *NES 752 Part 1 Issue

HMS Start Date

*Refit/DED/AMP at Extent of Survey Full/Partial*

Contract No

This certificate is to be signed by a Naval Architect of Chartered Engineer status .

I confirm that :
1. The vessel's structure has been surveyed in accordance with the requirements of the
contract and NES 752 Part 1 . All Survey Record Sheets are enclosed in Part I of the report .
2. Results of Air/Water tests are enclosed in Part H of the report (*).
3. The Survey Record Sheets, Survey Description, Index and the Professional Officers
Summary have been completed in accordance with the Instructions for Completion of Report of
Survey.
4. Defects discovered but not rectified in accordance with NES 752 Part 1 are listed in my
POS. Justification for such action is specified on the appropriate Survey Record Sheet and the
index has been highlighted in accordance with the Instructions for Completion of RSF . All other
defects have been made good as specified on the Survey Record Sheets .
5. I am satisfied that the report of the survey is complete and presents an accurate
assessment of the vessel's struciural state in the areas surveyed . The requirements of the
reference have been met except as specified in my POS . I confirm that all significant structural
defects in the areas surveyed have been identified in my POS .

Signed Name

Date

Professional Qualification

Position in the Company

*delete as applicable

ANNEX A

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REPORT OF SURVEY-GRP SURFACE SHIPS AND CRAFT

PROFESSIONAL OFFICER'S SUMMARY (POS)
1. This summary gives a professional assessment of the overall condition of the vessel,
identifies all significant defects discovered during the survey and lists defects not repaired in
accordance with NES 752 Parts 2 and 3 .

HMS

Signed Name

Date Status

ANNEX A

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REPORT OF STRUCTURAL SURVEY-GRP SURFACE SHIPS

AND CRAFT
PARTI

REPORTS OFHULLSTRUCTURE, STRUCTURE, W/T DOORS,HATCHES, HULL

BOLTS AND APPENDAGES

References : NES 752 Part 1

ANNEX A

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REPORT OF STRUCTURAL SURVEY-GRP SURFACE SHIPS

AND CRAFT
PART I
REPORTS OF STRUCTURE

Part I - Reports of Structure

HMS
INDEX

Compartment/Element * Location Surveyed Index Number

Yes/No

*Element not repaired in accordance with NES 752 Part 2 .

ANNEX A

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HULL SURVEY RECORD SHEET

a a HULL SURVEY RECORD SHEET

HMS Compartment Index No

ZONE (if appl) Element Page No

Location and area of lining removed for survey (m 2 )

1.
2.
3.
4.

Report in order the condition of the following : Plating, Frames, Girders, Longitudinals, Beams, Ballast,
Fittings, Coverings and Linings etc

Condition of structure* Proposed repair/remedial action iaw Action taken + . To be completed

and or paint NES 752, Parts 2 or 3 only after repair has been effected

Contd
+ see next sheet
* delete as applicable


Contd

Condition of structure* Proposed repair/remedial action iaw Action taken + . To be completed

and or paint NES 752, Parts 2 or 3 only after repair has been effected

Surveyor Surveyor Controller (HPTO or Equiv) Ship Manager

Date Date Date

Signed Signed Signed

DGFS(S) Comment
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REPORT OF SURVEY-GRP SURFACE SHIPS

AND CRAFT
PARTII

REPORTS OF AIR/WATER TEST OF TANKS AND COMPARTMENTS

HMS

*REFIT/DED/AMP at START DATE

For guidance on completion of this form see Instructions for Completion

of Report of Survey Form .
References
NES 752 Part 1
NES 752 Part 2
NES 752 Part 3

*delete as applicable

ANNEX A

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HULL SURVEY RECORD SHEET

HULL SURVEY RECORD SHEET

HMS Compartment Index No

ZONE (if appl) Element Page No

PARTICULARS OF AIR OR WATER TESTS OF W/T COMPARTMENTS INCLUDING GAS CITADEL

(Minor defects made good during test need to be reported)

PARTICULARS ACTION TAKEN TO REMEDY

a W~-"
Contd
 Index No

Contd Page No

PARTICULARS OF AIR OR WATER TESTS OF W/T COMPARTMENTS INCLUDING GAS CITADEL (final sheet)
(Minor defects made good during test need not be reported)

PARTICULARS ACTION TAKEN TO REMEDY

Surveyor Surveyor Controller (HPTO or Equiv) Ship Manager

Date Date Date

Signed Signed Signed

DGFS(S) Comment
 REPORT OF SURVEY - GRP BOATS - HULL SURVEY RECORD SHEET

BOAT SERIAL NUMBER :

Condition of Structure* Proposed repair/remedial action iaw Action Taken 0 . To be completed only
and or paint NES 752, Parts 2 or 3 after repair has been effected .

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GCD
* delete as applicable Contd w~
0 if action taken is different from that proposed an explanation is to : be provided .
 Contd

Condition of Structure* Proposed repair/remedial action iaw Action Taken 0 . To be completed only
and or paint NES 752, Parts 2 or 3 after repair has been effected .

Surveyor : Overseer : Boatyard Manager :

Date : Date : Date :

Signed : Signed : Signed :

DGFS(S) Comment :

* delete as applicable
if action taken is different from that proposed an explanation is to be provided .
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