Deck Hardware Maintenance and Deck Cleaning
The decks of the ships are extremely important as known. For this reason, deck equipment maintenance and deck cleaning are also extremely important. If we are to give information about the steps to be followed during these transactions. Namely;
• Wash and clean the entire deck. Then use the recommended oils to prevent the formation of worms.
• Check the glass, deck, and portlights and make sure they are not leaking. Check deck-boat connections carefully.
• Check wires, rollers, and ropes and replace them if necessary.
• Check chains, iron capstan and hardware in general, and then lubricate the capstan.
• Check and clean outriggers, cranes, and pulleys.
• Examine the life raft and the boat and do so if it needs to be repaired or replaced.