Comnavsurforinst 3120. 1

DEPARTMENT OF THE NAVY
COMMANDER NAVAL SURFACE FORCES
2841 RENDOVA ROAD
SAN DIEGO, CA 92155-5490
COMNAVSURFORINST 3120.1
Code N 26 Aug
02

COMNAVSURFOR INSTRUCTION 3120.1
Subj: ZONE INSPECTIONS Ref (a) OPNAVINST C Encl (1) Zone Inspection Deficiency Listing
(2) Zone Inspection Material Check List
1. Purpose. To set forth the responsibilities and procedures for the Zone Inspection program within the Naval Surface Force.
2. Background. Periodic zone inspections ensure proper measures are taken to keep machinery, spaces, and equipment operational, clean, and in a satisfactory state of preservation. All spaces of a ship should be included in the zone inspection program and visually inspected at least once a quarter. A ship's overall zone inspection success does not rely solely on the thoroughness and keen observations of the inspecting officers, but the unwavering involvement of the entire chain of command to ensure discrepancies found are documented and orrective action taken in a timely manner. c. Responsibilities