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1
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Name all the statutory certificates kept aboard a vessel, title and acronym?

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Ship
- Certificate of Registry
- International Tonnage Certificate (ITC)
- International Load Line Certificate (ILLC)
- Ships Radio Station Licence
- P&I Certificate of Insurance
- Wreck removal Convention Certificate

SAFETY
- International Safety Construction Certificate
- International Safety Equipment Certificate
- International Safety Radio Certificate
- Document of Compliance (DOC)
- International Safety Management Certificate
- Minimum Safe Manning Document

POLLUTION
- International Oil Pollution Prevention Certificate (IOPPC)
- International Sewage Pollution Prevention Certificate (ISPPC)
- International Air Pollution Prevention Certificate (IAPPC)
- Engine International Air Pollution Certificate (EIAPPC)
- International Energy Efficiency Certificate (IEEC)
- Ships Energy Efficiency Management Plan (SEEMP)
- International Anti-fouling System Certificate
- Bunker Convention Certificate

IMO
- International Ship Security Certificate
- International Ship Sanitation Certificate
- Certificate of Class
- Certificate of Compliance
- Maritime Labour Convention Certificate (MLC)
- Polar Ship Certificate

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Talk about them in detail?

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Ship:

  • Certificate of Registry: This certificate confirms the ship’s nationality and registration with a specific flag state.
  • International Tonnage Certificate (ITC): It certifies the ship’s tonnage according to international standards.
  • International Load Line Certificate (ILLC): This certificate verifies that the ship complies with load line requirements to ensure its safety and stability.
  • Ships Radio Station Licence: It authorizes the ship to operate radio communication equipment onboard.
  • P&I Certificate of Insurance: This certificate provides evidence of the ship’s protection and indemnity insurance coverage.
  • Wreck Removal Convention Certificate: It certifies that the ship has insurance or other financial security to cover the costs of removing wrecks.

Safety:

  • International Safety Construction Certificate: It confirms that the ship’s construction complies with international safety standards.
  • International Safety Equipment Certificate: This certificate verifies that the ship’s safety equipment meets international requirements.
  • International Safety Radio Certificate: It certifies the ship’s radio communication equipment’s compliance with international safety standards.
  • Document of Compliance (DOC): It’s issued to shipping companies to demonstrate compliance with the
    International Safety Management (ISM) Code.
  • International Safety Management Certificate: It confirms that the shipping company has implemented a Safety Management System (SMS) in accordance with the ISM Code.
  • Minimum Safe Manning Document: It specifies the minimum number and qualifications of crew required for safe operation.

Pollution:

  • International Oil Pollution Prevention Certificate (IOPPC): It certifies that the ship complies with regulations for preventing oil pollution.
  • International Sewage Pollution Prevention Certificate (ISPPC): This certificate verifies compliance with regulations for preventing pollution by sewage.
  • International Air Pollution Prevention Certificate (IAPPC): It certifies compliance with regulations for preventing air pollution from ships.
  • Engine International Air Pollution Certificate (EIAPPC): This certificate confirms compliance with NOx emission limits for diesel engines.
  • International Energy Efficiency Certificate (IEEC): It certifies the ship’s energy efficiency in compliance with MARPOL Annex VI.
  • Ships Energy Efficiency Management Plan (SEEMP): It outlines measures for improving the ship’s energy efficiency.
  • International Anti-fouling System Certificate: It verifies compliance with regulations on the use of anti-fouling systems.
  • Bunker Convention Certificate: It certifies that the ship has insurance or other financial security to cover pollution damage caused by bunker fuel.

IMO:

  • International Ship Security Certificate: It confirms compliance with international ship security standards (ISPS Code).
  • International Ship Sanitation Certificate: It certifies compliance with international health regulations for ships.
  • Certificate of Class: It confirms that the ship has been built and maintained according to classification society standards.
  • Certificate of Compliance: It certifies compliance with specific regulations or standards.
  • Maritime Labour Convention Certificate (MLC): It verifies compliance with international labor standards for seafarers.
  • Polar Ship Certificate: It certifies compliance with specific regulations for ships operating in polar waters.
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For a new build, what certificates are completed? (SOLAS, MARPOL, Manning / STCW, ISM)

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Ship
- Certificate of Registry
- International Tonnage Certificate (ITC)
- International Load Line Certificate (ILLC)
- Ships Radio Station Licence

SAFETY
- International Safety Construction Certificate
- International Safety Equipment Certificate
- International Safety Radio Certificate
- Minimum Safe Manning Document

POLLUTION
- International Oil Pollution Prevention Certificate (IOPPC)
- International Sewage Pollution Prevention Certificate (ISPPC)
- International Air Pollution Prevention Certificate (IAPPC)
- Engine International Air Pollution Certificate (EIAPPC)
- International Energy Efficiency Certificate (IEEC)
- Ships Energy Efficiency Management Plan (SEEMP)
- International Anti-fouling System Certificate
- Bunker Convention Certificate

IMO
- International Ship Security Certificate
- International Ship Sanitation Certificate
- Certificate of Class
- Certificate of Compliance
- Maritime Labour Convention Certificate (MLC)
- Polar Ship Certificate

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What is HSSC, Harmonized system of survey and Certification?

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It standardizes the period of validity and intervals between surveys for the 9 main convention certificates to a maximum period of 5 years.

  1. International Tonnage Certificate
  2. International Load Line Certificate
  3. International Safety Construction Certificate
  4. International Safety Equipment Certificate
  5. International Safety Radio Certificate
  6. International Safe Manning Certificate
  7. International Oil Pollution Prevention Certificate
  8. International Safety Management Certificate
  9. International Ship Security Certificate
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Explain the details of annual, intermediate and renewal frequencies for certificates?

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Annual is once a year

Intermediate is between year 2 and 3

Renewal is every 5 years

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Explain your EIAPP knowledge?

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EIAPP (Engine International Air Pollution Prevention) primarily revolves around its role in regulating emissions from ship engines, particularly with regard to nitrogen oxides NOx

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Explain your SEEMP knowledge?

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The Ships Energy Efficiency Management Plan (SEEMP) should be reviewed on a 6 monthly basis by the Master and annually by the ISM DPA during audit where appropriate.

It is a plan to improve efficiency onboard.

Energy efficiency measures and practices are separated into the following categories:
- Fuel efficient operations
- Optimised ship handling
- Hull and propulsion
- Machinery and equipment
- Energy conservation and awareness

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What is associated with IOPPC?

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  • Oil Discharge Monitoring System
  • ORB
  • SOPEP
  • Designated Waste Oil Tanks
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What certificate designates waste oil tanks?

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IOPPC - International Oil Pollution Prevention Certificate
It certifies compliance with regulations for preventing air pollution from ships.

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What is IAPPC?

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International Air Pollution Prevention Certificate

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What IMO Conventions can you name?

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  • SOLAS
  • MARPOL
  • STCW
  • MLC
  • COLREGS
  • LOAD LINES
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How does the MCA issue guidance?

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  • Official Publications
  • M Notices
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What is a load line certificate?

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  • International Load Line Certificate (ILLC): This certificate verifies that the ship complies with load line requirements to ensure its safety and stability.
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Outside of ISM, what documents are onboard that must be approved by flag?

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  • Certificate of Registry
  • International Tonnage Certificate (ITC)
  • International Load Line Certificate (ILLC)
  • International Oil Pollution Prevention Certificate (IOPP)
  • International Sewage Pollution Prevention Certificate (ISPP)
  • International Air Pollution Prevention Certificate (IAPP)
  • International Ship Security Certificate (ISSC)
  • International Ship Sanitation Certificate (ISSC)
  • International Anti-fouling System Certificate
  • Certificate of Class
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What is the length of validity and periods between audits DOC, SMC?

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DOC is 5 years, Audits completed annually and an intermediate audit completed on year 2-3

SMS is 5 years, Audits completed annually and an intermediate audit completed on year 2-3

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What is a category A yacht? Ocean going LY3 compliant yacht?

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These yachts are designed and constructed to withstand severe wind and wave conditions and are capable of extended ocean voyages. They represent the highest classification for sea worthy yachts.

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What is the difference between port state and flag state control?

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Port state control focuses on inspecting foreign ships visiting ports to verify compliance with international standards, while flag state control centers on regulating and overseeing the compliance of ships registered under a specific flag with international regulations and standards

18
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Explain PSSA Particularly Sensitive, Sea, Areas, Restrictions?

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Needs special protection through action by IMO because of its significance for recognized ecological or
socio-economic or scientific reasons and which may be vulnerable to damage by international maritime activities.

Restrictions such as routeing measures, compulsory pilotage, strict application of MARPOL discharge, installation of Vessel Traffic Services (VTS) and anchoring prohibition.

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You are to be audited by flag, what would you prepare?

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  • Documentation - Engine log book, ORB, GRB
  • Certificates - IOPPC, ISPPC, IAPPC, EIAPPC, Certificate of Class…..
  • Record keeping - Safety drills, Maintenance records, Crew certs/ training, incident reports, risk assessments, PTW
  • Compliance - fire alarm, quick closing valves, em gen, fire pumps, bilge alarms, water tight doors, fire flaps, OWS
  • Crew trained for emergencies
  • Any defects or concerns in the ER / condition of ER
20
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Flag surveyor wants to do a hull inspection the day after the audit, what do you prepare?

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  • Find a shipyard nearby where we can be lifted
  • Inform the shipyard what is needed and provide general arrangement, docking plan and tank plug plan
  • Remove non essential gear
  • Rudders, stabilizers, propeller shafts and retractable propulsion units are in docking positions.
  • Retractable hull fittings and transducers are in docking position.
  • Cranes and davits are properly stowed to prevent their movement.
  • The anchors are secured.
  • All moveable weights are secured.
  • Tie down chains and strops are in good condition and adequate for the purpose.
  • Bollards and fairleads are clear and ready for use.
  • Adequate mooring lines are ready for use, and winches/windlasses are tested.
  • Guard rails and chains are intact and in good condition.
  • Access (gangway or stairs) has been arranged for the vessel once out of the water.
  • Have copies of fire plans ready and ensure vessels’ fire prevention and control equipment is in good order.
  • Shore supply to the fire mains has been arranged for when the vessel is out of the water.
  • Electrical shore supply has been checked for compatibility and has been arranged.
  • Required services have been arranged, Water, Cooling, Sewage
  • Vessel is stable, Upright, trimmed stern, no slack tanks
21
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What checks would Flag do on your SOPEP certificate?

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  • Ensure it has been approved
  • Check the validity
  • Check your Plan
  • Check the contents of your SOPEP kit match
22
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List of PSSAs?

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  • The Great Barrier Reef
  • The sea around the Florida Keys
  • The Wadden Sea
  • Western European Waters
  • Extension of the existing Great Barrier Reef PSSA
  • Canary Islands
  • The Galapagos Archipelago
  • The Baltic Sea area
  • The Strait of Bonifacio

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