Under-Bridge Access Designed Around Marine Conditions
Northeast Work & Safety Boats provides Snooper Truck / Under Bridge Inspection Unit (UBIU) services purpose-built for bridge inspections over navigable waterways, train tracks, on-ramps and all bridge types. Unlike roadway-only access providers, we specialize in operating around marine conditions first including tides, currents, vessel traffic, and over-water safety requirements.
We supply both the Snooper Truck equipment and the marine support vessels, allowing us to deliver fully integrated under-bridge inspection access.
Snooper Truck Operations for Waterway Projects
- The inspection occurs over rivers, harbors, or tidal waters
- Marine safety boats are required by OSHA and the project safety plan
- Active vessel traffic must be managed below the work area
- Inspectors require stable, predictable access supported by waterborne safety coverage
Our approach ensures the marine environment is controlled so inspection work above can proceed safely and efficiently.
What We Provide
Snooper Truck / UBIU Access
Under-bridge inspections over water introduce risks that cannot be addressed by land-only access plans.
We own and operate specialized Under Bridge Inspection Units, allowing inspectors to safely access:
- Bridge undersides and soffits
- Girders, bearings, piers, and structural connections
- Fascia and edge elements over water
Operations are planned to minimize repositioning, reduce inspection time, and maintain stability in marine-influenced environments.
Dedicated Marine Safety Boat Support
Our Snooper Truck operations are supported by company-owned safety boats staffed by trained marine crews, providing:
- Continuous rescue standby beneath inspection areas
- Immediate emergency response capability
- Direct communication between waterborne and topside crews
Vessel Traffic & Waterway Coordination
Where inspections occur over navigable channels, we manage:
- Safe clearance from passing commercial and recreational vessels
- Coordination consistent with project-specific marine safety plans
- Adjustments for tides, currents, weather, and restricted waterways
Regulatory & Safety Compliance
Our Snooper Truck and marine inspection support operations are structured to align with the regulatory frameworks commonly required on bridge inspection projects, including:
- USCG-regulated waterways and navigable channel requirements
- DOT and owner-specific inspection safety plans
- OSHA fall protection and over-water work practices
- Project labor and compliance standards
We routinely coordinate with prime contractors, inspection engineers, and agencies to ensure marine safety provisions are clearly integrated into the overall inspection plan, not treated as an afterthought.
Integrated Marine Inspection Support
Snooper Truck / UBIU services are frequently paired with:
- Safety Boats & Marine Rescue Standby
- Inspection Boats & Crew Transfer
- Bridge & Marine Construction Support
- Specialty Marine Access Services
Talk to a Marine Inspection Support Specialist
If your under-bridge inspection occurs over water, Northeast Work & Safety Boats delivers the equipment, crews, and marine expertise required to execute the work safely.
We own the assets, staff the crews, and manage the marine environment—so inspection teams can stay focused on the structure. Call for active inspections or time-sensitive scheduling, or contact us to review your bridge location, inspection scope, and marine safety requirements.
