Surveys and certification

(1) The survey of ships, so far as regards the enforcement of the provisions of these Regulations and the granting of exemptions therefrom, should be carried out by officers of the Administration. The Administration may, however, entrust the survey, certification and endorsements of certificates either to surveyors nominated for the purpose or to organisations recognized in accordance with the requirements of the International Maritime Organization. (2) Where a nominated surveyor or a recognized organisation determines that the condition of the ship or its equipment does not correspond substantially with the particulars of the certificate or is such that the ship is not fit to proceed to sea without danger to the ship, or persons on board, such surveyor or organization should immediately ensure that corrective action is taken and shall in due course notify the Administration. (3) Where such corrective action is not taken the certificate shall be withdrawn and the Administration shall be notified immediately.