S.L. 234.51 Art. 95Survey, inspection andothermeasures in respect of Maltese ships.

(1) The crew and hospital accommodation of a ship to which these rules apply shall be surveyed by the certifying authority whenever -

(a) the ship is or is being registered as a Maltese ship under Part II or Part IIA of the Act; or

(b) all or part of the crew or hospital accommodation of a Maltese ship undergoes substantial alteration or repair.

(2) If the Registrar-General is not satisfied that the ship complies with the requirements of these rules, he may:

(a) request that measures be taken so the ship complies with these rules; or

(b) detain the ship.