Ship Sanitation

Question 1

What organisation sets the International Health Regulations?

Answer 1

World Health Organisation

Question 2

What document is required to show the vessel is in good health?

Answer 2

Maritime declaration of health

Question 3

When should the ship sanitation certificate be sent and what signals should be displayed?

Answer 3

Before arrival at the next port when requested.

Flag Q - My vessel is healthy and I require free pratique

OR

Double Q - I require health clearance

Question 4

How long is a ship sanitation/ship sanitation control certificate valid for?

Answer 4

6 months with option to extend for 1 month if inspection is not possible

Question 5

How are ships inspected for sanitation?

Answer 5

By inspection by port health authorities

Ships are given a ship sanitation certificate if free from signs of infection of contamination

Question 6

What areas are inspected on a ship for issue of a ship sanitation certificate?

Answer 6

1. Galley/pantry/stores
2. Cargo Holds
3. Accommodation
4. Potable water
5. Sewage
6. Ballast tanks
7. Garbage
8. Engine Room
9. Hospital

Question 7

What situations should the master report ill health onboard to port authorities?

Answer 7

1. Death onboard by illness
2. Illness with fever of 38 degrees lasting over 48 hours and/or with rash/glandular swelling/jaundice
3. Diarrhoea preventing work activities
4. Infectious disease symptoms
5. Death or sickness of animals or captive birds onboard

Question 8

What is the night signal for a vessel requiring health clearance?

Answer 8

Red over white