Find everything you need to know about vessel coding through the IIMS Certifying Authority, including coding requirements, fees, membership and useful resources. If you need a surveyor, you can also search for a Certifying Authority member in your area.
Vessel Coding
All UK vessels in commercial use up to 24 metres load line length, which go to sea are required by law to comply with one of the Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) Small Craft Codes. Continue reading: https://iimscertifyingauthority.co.uk/charterers-boat-owners/
The fees quoted below are what the IIMS charges you as an MCA approved Certifying Authority for the administration and issuing of your documentation. You will need to engage a marine surveyor to conduct the work and complete the necessary paperwork. It is up to you to negotiate a fee, payable by you directly to them, for that work in addition to the fees quoted below. Continue reading: https://iimscertifyingauthority.co.uk/charterers-boat-owners/coding-fees/
How to apply to become an CA Examiner with the IIMS Certifying Authority. IIMS welcomes applications from suitably qualified, experienced surveyors who wish to become an approved coding surveyor. Continue reading: https://iimscertifyingauthority.co.uk/surveyor-resources/become-an-iims-ca-examiner/
IIMS Certifying Authority examiners will find the necessary forms and other resources to enable them to perform their duties. Content is password protected for members only. https://iimscertifyingauthority.co.uk/surveyor-resources/
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