Smothering lines in good condition, ends clear.
Sounding pipes not dented or bent out of shape, ends free.—Brass screw plugs in place.
'Tween deck hatch covers, strong backs, etc., in good order.
'Tween deck and hold electrical connections—in good order.
Lift tank covers.
Take-up tank manholes (engineers).
Examine cement in tanks.
See that stanchion brackets and shifting boards are ready for bulk cargoes, such as grain.
See that sufficient dunnage is in each hold; spruce planking, and chocking pieces. Find out what kind of cargo is to be stowed.
See all hold ladders in good order—rungs all secure.