During docking, hull board inspections include noting which item?

• A. Zinc anodes and cathodic protection anodes condition.
• B. Crew meal menus.
• C. Cargo manifest accuracy.
• D. Hull color consistency.

Answer: (A)

The main idea is corrosion protection of the hull. During docking, you inspect the zinc anodes and any cathodic protection components to make sure they’re still providing effective protection against galvanic corrosion in seawater. Zinc anodes are sacrificial metals that corrode in place of the hull; if they’re worn down or poorly positioned, the hull and underwater fittings lose protection and become vulnerable to rust and pitting. Replacing worn anodes and ensuring proper coverage keeps the hull’s metal integrity intact during the siting and mooring process. The other items mentioned—crew meal menus, cargo manifest accuracy, and hull color consistency—do not relate to hull integrity or corrosion protection and aren’t part of hull-board inspections.