ISM (General) Flashcards
What does the ISM code mean in greater context?
the International Management Code for the Safe Operation of Ships and for Pollution Prevention.
What should the company clearly define with regard to the Master’s Responsibility?
1) Implementing the safety and environmental protection policy of the Company.
2) Motivating the crew in the observation of that policy.
3) Issuing appropriate orders and instructions in a clear and simple manner.
4) Verifying that specified requirements are observed.
5) Periodically reviewing the SMS and reporting its deficiencies to the shore based management.
What should the company ensure with regard to Resources and Personnel?
1) Master is qualified, conversant with SMS and given the necessary support.
2) Each ship if manned with qualified, certified and medically fit crew.
3) Familiarisation procedures.
4) Identifying required training.
5) Personnel understand the SMS.
6) Procedures to grant personnel access to the SMS.
7) Personnel are able to effectively communicate.
What should the company ensure regarding Shipboard Operations?
Procedures, plans, instructions and checklists for key operation concerning the safety of personnel and ship and environmental protection.
What should the company ensure regarding Emergency Preparedness?
1) Identify potential emergency situations and establish procedures to respond.
2) Programmes for drills and exercises.
3) SMS should provide measures for emergency response.
What should the company ensure regarding Maintenance of the Ship and Equipment?
1) Inspections are held at appropriate intervals.
2) Any non-conformity is reported with its possible cause.
3) Appropriate corrective action.
4) Records of these activities are maintained.
What should the company ensure regarding Documentation?
1) Valid documents are available at all relevant locations.
2) Changes to documents are reviewed and approved by authorised personnel.
3) Obsolete documents are promptly removed.
What should the company ensure regarding Company Verification, Review and Evaluation?
1) Internal audits not exceeding 12 months.
2) Periodically verify those undertaking ISM-related tasks are conforming.
3) Evaluate the effectiveness of the SMS.
4) Audits and corrective actions carried out in accordance with documented procedures.
5) Personnel carrying out audits should be independent of the areas being audited.
6) Results of audits and reviews brought to the attention of all personnel with responsibility.
7) Management personnel responsible for area involved take corrective action.
