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Evidence set
- Shore-power one-line diagram available.
- Bonding diagram available.
- Isolation transformer or galvanic isolator record available where fitted.
- Continuity test records available.
- Anode history available.
Recent changes
- Refit changes touching underwater lights, stabilisers, chargers, AV/IT racks, shore power or metalwork reviewed.
- Temporary earth or bonding straps identified.
- Contractor changes recorded.
- Obsolete drawings removed.
- Specialist reports retained.
Corrosion and trip symptoms
- Fast anode loss recorded by date, location and berth.
- Nuisance shore-power trips recorded.
- Shock reports escalated immediately.
- Audio hum, radio interference or strange continuity readings logged.
- Marina-side conditions recorded when relevant.
Escalation
- Do not disconnect bonding casually to solve corrosion.
- Competent electrical or corrosion specialist engaged for unexplained patterns.
- Flag, class or surveyor consulted where required.
- Corrective action and retest evidence retained.