For vessels carrying more than 6 passengers, where must the certificate of inspection be posted?

• A. On board under glass if practical
• B. On the bridge
• C. In the chart room
• D. In the cargo hold

Answer: (A)

Posting the certificate of inspection in a conspicuous place on board ensures that both passengers and crew can read it readily and that inspectors can verify the vessel’s certification at a glance. For vessels carrying more than six passengers, placing the certificate where people can see it and, if practical, under glass helps protect the document while keeping it legible. This visibility requirement means it shouldn’t be kept in restricted areas like the chart room or cargo hold or only on the bridge, where it isn’t easily seen by the general public or inspectors.