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    After being appointed by a classification society, the surveyor should identify the purpose of the survey to be carried out. A programme of periodical hull surveys is of prime importance as far as structural assessment of cargo holds and the adjacent tanks is concerned. The purpose of the annual survey is to confirm that the general condition of the vessel is maintained at a satisfactory level. 

    At annual surveys, overall and close-up surveys for cargo holds are requested depending upon the ship’s age, in addition to saltwater ballast tanks where more frequent examinations may be required as a consequence of the intermediate or special surveys. 

    Special surveys are also aimed at detecting possible damage and in establishing the extent of any deterioration. The survey requirements are specified in the rules and regulations of each Classification Society. The International Association of Classification Societies (IACS) members have now produced enhanced survey requirements. These were phase in by member societies from July 1993.