Guidance
ANNEX 11 - When to apply for an inspection
Updated 31 January 2024
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| Inspection Type | By When | How long before due date can you arrange |
|---|---|---|
| Renewal Inspection | Expiry of Small Fishing Vessel Certificate | Six months prior to expiry |
| First Out of Water Inspection | By first anniversary of issue of Small Fishing Vessel Certificate under this Code | At any time from 6 September 2021 |
| Renewal Out of Water Inspection | No longer than five years after the previous Out of Water Inspection | 12 months prior to inspection date. Out of Water inspections may take place sooner than the maximum period of five years allowed to suit operational purposes |
| Change of Ownership | Before commencement of Fishing Operations, except with the agreement of MCA | N/A |
| Modification of Vessel | By arrangement with MCA – You must notify MCA, prior to work commencing, of any intended modifications to the Vessel prior to work starting. The Vessel must not commence fishing operations until MCA has approved the modifications | N/A |
| Change of Fishing Method | By arrangement with MCA – You must notify MCA, prior to work commencing, of any intended changes to the Fishing Method prior to work starting. The Vessel must not commence fishing operations until MCA has approved the modifications | N/A |
| Annual Self Certification | Annually before anniversary date of Small Fishing Vessel Certificate | N/A |