Inspection after accident.

(a) The owner or operator of an OSV shall make the vessel available for inspection by a marine inspector— (1) Each time an accident occurs, or a defect is discovered that affects— (i) The safety of the vessel; or (ii) The effectiveness or completeness of its lifesaving, fire-fighting, or other equipment; or (2) Whenever any important repairs or renewals are made. (b) The inspection is to ensure that— (1) The necessary repairs or renewals have been effectively made; (2) The material and workmanship used to accomplish the repairs or renewals are satisfactory; and (3) The OSV complies with the regulations in this subchapter.