Courses

Survey Says!

  • Instructor:
    Kerry Gonzalez
  • Level:
    Beginning 101
  • Date:
    Thursday, October 15, 2026
  • Time:
    4:00 - 4:30pm

In this packed session, we’ll discuss issues in the survey including how to choose a surveyor, how often you need a survey, how to maintain records between surveys and what your requirements are related to recommendations from the surveyor.  We’ll talk about traps in insurance related to fire extinguisher certification/inspection/tagging and how to plan adequately so you don’t get caught in these.  Own a sailboat?  We’ll discuss the impact of formal rigging inspections.  What about the ‘hot’ topic of lithium?  Though you can learn SO much about lithium chemistry, installation and maintenance in other seminars, this is where you’ll learn about the ultimate financial impact of lithium if you have a claim … and how to go about lithium the right way.  Do you need to have a hauled survey?  How often?  Do you need to have a sea trial?  What kind of records need to be kept/disclosed related to the engine?  What items are articulated in a survey that may help you with DISCOUNTS on your insurance?  Should you be at the survey – and if so, how does it benefit you?