SMS

Question 1

What is the procedure for getting the DOC?

Answer 1

• Vessel must have an SMS which is implemented onboard
• Proof of internal audits being completed
• Management has a DPA
• Flag state to conduct an audit
• Periodic audits to renew

Question 2

Who completes the vessel safety inductions?

Answer 2

Onboard it is completed by our safety officer who is the 2nd officer

Question 3

Is there a safety training manual?

Answer 3

Yes, this lives in our crewmen’s so any crew member can read. On joining they must read then sign and date to confirm they have understood.

It includes information like:
- Introduction to SMS
- Company policies
- DPA
- Roles and responsibilities
- Safety procedures and practices
- Documentation and record keeping
- Training
- Audits
- Communication and reporting

Question 4

What are the main checklists you use?

Answer 4

• Pre departure
• Pre arrival
• Bunkering
• Discharging oil ashore
• Discharging sewage sludge ashore
• Urea bunkering
• Handover checklist

Question 5

What could your second engineer read if he wanted to learn more about SMS and safety/shipboard operations?

Answer 5

M notices

Question 6

What are the M Notices?

Answer 6

MSN - Merchant Shipping Notices
Often contain details of UK law and are legally enforceable when referred to by a Statutory Instrument.

MGN - Marine Guidance Notices
Gives guidance and recommendations about best practice to industry on interpretation of law and general safety advice.

MIN - Marine Information Notices
Provide less important time limited information.

Question 7

How do you know what your duties are?

Answer 7

SMS Chapter 6 - Resources and Personnel