Section 16 of The inland vessels act, 1917
A survey shall ordinarily be made by one surveyor, but two surveyors may be employed if the State Government, by order in writing, so directs either generally in the case of all 1[mechanically propelled vessels] at any place of survey, or specially in the case of any particular 1[mechanically propelled vessels] or class of 1[mechanically propelled vessels] at any such place.
Summary
- Most boat surveys are handled by just one person.
- The State Government has the power to require two surveyors for a job.
- This can be a general rule for all boats at a specific place.
- It can also be a special order for a specific boat or type of boat.
- Any order for two surveyors must be made in writing.
Practical examples
FAQ
1. How many people usually survey a boat under the Inland Vessels Act, 1917?
Under Section 16 of the Inland Vessels Act, 1917, a survey is ordinarily made by one surveyor.
2. Can the government force two surveyors to check a boat under the 1917 Act?
Yes, Section 16 of the Inland Vessels Act, 1917 allows the State Government to direct that two surveyors be employed through a written order.
3. Does an order for two surveyors under Section 16 of the 1917 Act have to be for a specific boat?
Not necessarily, Section 16 of the Inland Vessels Act, 1917 says it can be a general order for all vessels at a place or a special order for a specific vessel.
Test yourself
Q1.Under Section 16 of the Inland Vessels Act, 1917, what is the standard number of surveyors for a vessel?
Q2.According to Section 16 of the Inland Vessels Act, 1917, in what form must the State Government issue a direction for two surveyors?
Q3.Under Section 16 of the Inland Vessels Act, 1917, the State Government can apply an order for two surveyors to which group?
Q4.If two surveyors are employed under Section 16 of the Inland Vessels Act, 1917, which other section in this list determines how they split their work?