312 IAC 5-14-13 Repairs and alterations; reinspections

Sec. 13. (a) If a boat is involved in an accident resulting in damage, including grounding, or is to be hauled out and drydocked for major repairs or alterations affecting the seaworthiness of the boat, the owner must immediately report to the department the nature of the damage repairs or alterations. Damage does not include breakage of glass, lights, or decorative items. (b) All repairs and alterations shall be approved in advance by the marine inspector. A marine inspector may require drawings, sketches, or written specifications. (c) A boat must not be returned to service or returned to the water until all repairs or alterations are completed and the boat is reinspected and approved by a marine inspector. A marine inspector shall reinspect the boat as soon as practicable after being notified alterations are completed. (d) If corrections or repairs to a boat or associated equipment result from an inspection by a marine inspector, the owner must notify the marine inspector before returning the boat to service or to the water. A marine inspector shall reinspect the boat as soon as practicable after being notified repairs are completed. (e) A marine inspector shall require an owner to remove a boat from the water or to correct any equipment or condition that poses a safety hazard. (f) The department shall deny the issuance of a certificate of inspection if a boat is determined to be unsafe to carry passengers for hire. (g) Notification to the department is not required for general maintenance drydocking or hauling out.