Moshuir Ramen Book Flashcards
What is the purpose of the IMO?
Ensures the safe and sustainable operation of the maritime industry.
Ensures maritime security and environmental pollution protection of maritime industry.
What are the 5 IMO comeettee?
1) Maritime environmental protection committee (MEPC)
2) Marine safety committee (MSC)
3) Facilitation committee
4) Legal committee
5) Technical committee
What is the purpose of SOLAS?
Contains all safety related regulations regarding construction, operation and maintenance of a ship.
How often should the lifeboat be manoeuvred in the water and what regulation dictates it?
Once every 3 months
SOLAS III-19
How often should the rescue boat be manoeuvred in the water?
Once every month if practicable, otherwise every 3 months.
SOLAS III-19
How often should the man overboard drill be carried out?
Once every 3 months
SOLAS III-17/1
What surveys are there on MARPOL Annex I equipment?
Annual Survey
Renewal Survey every 5 years
What is STCW?
The Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping for seafarers.
Contains mandatory regulations for the seafarer’s qualifications and watchkeeping requirements. Provides direction about the standards of competence required by candidates for the issuance and revalidation of CoC’s.
When will the SMC be issued?
Upon completion of Ship ISM audit, every 5 years.
When will the SMC be issued?
Upon completion of Ship ISM audit, every 5 years.
What should the SMS include?
1) Safety and environmental protection policy.
2) Instructions and procedures to ensure safe operation of ships and environmental protection.
3) Defined levels of authority and lines of communication between shore and ship.
4) Procedures for reporting accidents.
5) Procedures for preparing for emergencies and response.
6) Procedures for internal audits and management reviews.
7) Procedures to identify and respond to emergency situations.
8) Carry out internal safety audits.
What is an MSN?
Merchant Shipping Notice:
Conveys mandatory information that must be complied with.
What is an MGN?
Marine Guidance Notice:
Provides guidance and strong recommendations about the best practices to the industry.
What is an MIN?
Marine Information Notice:
Provides less important, time limited information.
What is a statutory instrument?
An act that can be enforced without having to pass a new law. COSWP.
