(1)  In this regulation –

survey means a periodic vessel inspection that is carried out for the purposes of Part 5 of the Marine and Safety (Vessel Safety Standards) By-Laws 2000 ;

surveyor means a person who is authorised by MAST to carry out surveys of commercial vessels.

(2)  A surveyor who is carrying out a survey of a passenger vessel may direct the responsible person to produce the vessel's SMP so that the surveyor can check –

(a) its availability for use; and

(b) that the SMP documentation is in order.

(3)  The responsible person must comply with a direction under subregulation (2) forthwith.

Penalty:  Fine not exceeding 20 penalty units.

(4)  If the surveyor considers that the SMP as checked contains any defects, he or she is to notify MAST accordingly.