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24.01.2022 OSMOSIS This word conjures up perhaps more fear and concern than any other in circles of fibreglass boat owners and buyers, be it in a pen or swing mooring. Would-be buyers of such vessels run for the hills at the mere hint of the word when uttered by a surveyor or anyone who knows the boat said buyer has his or her eyes on. But is osmosis, or more accurately, hydrolysis, (osmosis is part of the process) really all that bad? Lets try and understand how it occurs, in a v...Continue reading

23.01.2022 Thought for the day - "Remember, the yacht broker works for and is paid by the vendor to look after his/her interests. Its the marine surveyor who balances this and looks after those of the buyer".

22.01.2022 Bilge pumps. They are often the unseen, almost forgotten pieces of equipment way down in the dark depths of our hull. But it is these devices that are the first line of defence should our pride and joy suffer water ingress, be it from leaky domestic plumbing or below-waterline through-hull fitting, or merely rainwater that has nowhere to go but the bilge. The bilge pumping system on any vessel is of paramount importance but, unfortunately, many owners give them little though...t until they call on them in an emergency situation. At this point it is too late. Many boat manufacturers install bilge pumping systems designed for every day service without considering even minor emergencies such as a cooling or plumbing system hose coming loose. The pumps need to be sufficient to keep these kinds of emergency conditions in check i.e. discharge water faster than it is flooding the hull until the source can be located and repaired. To calculate the battery capacity required we simply multiply the total current draw of the pump/s by 10. This will give us the power needed in amp hours (AH) to run the pumps for 10 hrs, as recommended by the surveyor. For example, a vessel fitted with two 8 amp pumps will require 160 AH to power it for 10 hours (8 amps x 2 pumps x 10 hrs). Remember, these are theoretical calculations and there are many variables including battery condition, pumping system design and materials used. An insufficient bilge pumping system (including its power supply) will render any vessel unseaworthy. The number and location of pumps fitted also needs careful consideration. A rule of thumb for total pump capacity is 1860 litres per hour per metre boat length, or 150 gallons per hour per foot boat length. So enjoy your boating with the peace of mind that should anything untoward happen you can rely on your bilge pumping and battery system to keep you afloat until the source can be rectified. If the ingress of water is extreme, you should have a radio, lifejackets and EPIRB close at hand!

22.01.2022 Why do boats sink in their pen or on the mooring? Following on from my post regarding bilge pumps in February, I look at why boats sink on their moorings. This is an incident that happens far too frequently. Invariably, the question that is asked afterwards is "what happened to the bilge pumps? ...Continue reading

21.01.2022 How many more must die before changes are made to procedures and requirements regarding the testing of lifeboats?

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18.01.2022 https://fbstatic-a.akamaihd.net/rsrc.php//r/-PAXP-deijE.gif This is why the proper training and qualifications of seafarers is paramount. It is a very high risk workplace and a hostile environment.

17.01.2022 Its been a while, so lets look at an often overlooked subject. Carbon Monoxide (CO) in Boats. Now that the warm Australian boating season is all but over, we would do well to consider this hazard which may be more profound in the cooler months, but can strike any time....Continue reading

10.01.2022 Remember to check all safety and life saving equipment before heading out on the water this holiday season. Not because you are obliged to by law, but because you may need it to save a loved ones life one day! Do you drive your vehicle if it has unreliable brakes? Well dont go to sea without checking that you have appropriate EPIRB, flares, radio, PFDs etc.

03.01.2022 "SEAWORTHY" This is a term that is well and truly over-used these days. It can be seen in magazine and other various marine publications to describe featured boats, as well as in private and professional boat sales and brokerage sites, and numerous columns, advertisements and texts. But what does it really mean? What are the potential legal ramifications of a term we all think we know well?...Continue reading

02.01.2022 Now is a great time to purchase a boat in Australia. There are many on the market to choose from with the mining downturn and interest rates are low. Call 0417 907 549 or email jowen@westernmarinesurvey for a free quote for a comprehensive professional pre-purchase survey and report.

02.01.2022 It's been a while, so lets look at an often overlooked subject. Carbon Monoxide (CO) in Boats. Now that the warm Australian boating season is all but over, we would do well to consider this hazard which may be more profound in the cooler months, but can strike any time....Continue reading