The applicant's boat and trailer must be submitted for inspection and when passed, the applicant will become a full member of the OBC.

Inspections are carried out by voluntary inspectors most Saturday mornings.  Contact the OBC Office on 5220774 or email admin@obc.co.nz to arrange a timeslot.  It will take approximately 30 minutes to complete the inspection. The inspector will be checking off  requirements such as lifejackets, a first aid kit, and navigation charts and a launch/retrieve test to be done to check the backing ability of the member and to ensure that the trailer's rollers are functioning correctly. Find the Inspection Form (April 2010) here.

As part of the boat inspection requirements, each new member must satisfactorily complete the Questionnaire which covers safety in small craft.