Topic 2 Arrival And Departure Flashcards
Q1
a) State 5 medical conditions listed in the Maritime Declaration of Health that must be reported by the Master prior to arrival in port. (10)
The master of a ship must report:
the occurrence on board ship before arrival of
• The death of a person otherwise than as a result of an accident
• Illness where the person who is ill has or had a temperature of 38°C or greater which was accompanied by a rash, glandular swelling or jaundice, or where such temperature persisted for more than 48 hours
• Illness where the person has or had diarrhea severe enough to interfere with work or normal activities;
• The presence on board of a person who is suffering from an infectious disease or who has symptoms which may indicate the presence of an infectious disease;
• Any other circumstances on board which are likely to cause the spread of
infectious disease; and
• The presence of animals or captre birds, and the occurence of mortality or
sickness amongst such animals or birds
Q1
b) State 5 actions to be taken on entry into port when a positive health report has been made. (10)
These reports must be made:
Prior to Arrival:
• Report by radio to Port Health to arrive not more than 12 hours nor less than 4 hours before the yacht’s ETA.
On Arrival:
• On entering port the yacht must display the appropriate signal for a suspected
ship.
• No person to board or leave the yacht until cleared by Port Health other than pilot and / or customs.
• Master will be required to complete a Maritime Declaration of Health and produce the Ship Sanitation Certificates.
Signals
• QQ flag - ship is suppect
• QL flag - ‘My ship is infected i.e. I have had cases of quarantinable diseases less than five days ago’.
By Night Red over white - I have not received free patique
ACTIONS TO BE TAKEN ON ENTRY INTO PORT IF ANY REPORTABLE
CONDITIONS ARE PRESENT ON BOARD
• If any reportable conditions are present on board, the master must complete a
Maritime Declaration of Health
• Make the required reports to Port Health prior to arrival and on arrival as detailed above
• Display the appropriate signals / lights
• Inform the Port Health Authority, pilots and yacht agent
• Ensure that the affected person is quarantined from other crew / passengers
• In cases of epidemic threat, the yacht should wait in an anchorage area
• Seek medical advice and / or assistance
Q2
a) You are arriving in the Port of Falmouth and one of your owner’s guests is looking very unwell. Explain under what circumstances you need to report this matter to the authorities. (10)
b) Explain what actions or precautions you would take on entry into the port in the above circumstances. (10)
These reports must be made:
Prior to Arrival:
• Report by radio to Port Health to arrive not more than 12 hours nor less than 4 hours before the yacht’s ETA.
On Arrival:
• On entering port the yacht must display the appropriate signal for a suspected
ship.
• No person to board or leave the yacht until cleared by Port Health other than pilot and / or customs.
• Master will be required to complete a Maritime Declaration of Health and produce the Ship Sanitation Certificates.
Signals
• QQ flag - ship is suppect
ACTIONS TO BE TAKEN ON ENTRY INTO PORT IF ANY REPORTABLE
CONDITIONS ARE PRESENT ON BOARD
• If any reportable conditions are present on board, the master must complete a
Maritime Declaration of Health
• Make the required reports to Port Health prior to arrival and on arrival as detailed above
• Display the appropriate signals / lights
• Inform the Port Health Authority, pilots and yacht agent
• Ensure that the affected person is quarantined from other crew / passengers
• In cases of epidemic threat, the yacht should wait in an anchorage area
• Seek medical advice and / or assistance
Q3
In the context of U.K. Merchant Shipping Health Regulations:
a) Distinguish between a Ship Sanitation and a Ship Sanitation Exemption Certificate stating their maximum periods of validity and who is authorised to issue these documents; (6)
SHIP SANITATION CONTROL CERTIFICATE
SHIP SANITATION CONTROL CERTIFICATE - SSCC
An SSCC is issued when evidence of a public health risk, including sources of infection and contamination, is detected on board; and after required control measures have been satisfactorily completed. The SSCC must record the evidence found and control measures taken. An extension of the SSCEC (ESSCEC) may be issued for 1 month if the remedial work is not done in time. There must be no sign of infection or contamination before the SSCC is issued. This includes vermin in any stage of development; animal reservoirs for vermin and pests; microbiological, radioactive and chemical substances; other hazards to human health; and inadequate hygiene measures. The SSCC is valid for 6 months.
SHIP SANITATION CONTROL EXEMPTION CERTIFICATE - SSCEC
When a ship has been satisfactorily inspected by the competent authority and everything is in order and no evidence of a public health risk is found on board and the ship is free of infection and contamination, a SSCEC is issued. The inspection should be carried out when the ship and holds are empty or when they contain only ballast making a thorough inspection of the holds possible. The certificate is valid for 6 months.
Q3
b) Explain the statutory circumstances which would require a master of a yacht entering a U.K. port to report to the Port Health Authority; (7)
The master of a ship must report:
• the occurrence on board ship before arrival of
> the death of a person otherwise than as a result of an accident, or ~ illness where the person who is ill has or had a temperature of 38°C or greater which was accompanied by a rash, glandular swelling or jaundice, or where such temperature persisted for more than 48 hours, or
• illness where the person has or had diarrhea severe enough to interfere with work or normal activities;
• the presence on board of a person who is suffering from an infectious disease or who has symptoms which may indicate the presence of an infectious disease;
• any other circumstances on board which are likely to cause the spread of infectious disease; and
• the presence of animals or captive birds, and the occurrence of mortality or sickness amongst such animals or birds.
Q3
c) Where a report is required, explain what must be done prior to arrival, on arrival and until health clearance is obtained. (7)
These reports must be made:
Prior to Arrival:
• Report by radio to Port Health to arrive not more than 12 hours nor less than 4 hours before the yacht’s ETA.
On Arrival:
• On entering port the yacht must display the appropriate signal for a suspected
ship.
• No person to board or leave the yacht until cleared by Port Health other than pilot and / or customs.
• Master will be required to complete a Maritime Declaration of Health and produce the Ship Sanitation Certificates.
Signals
• QQ flag - ship is suppect
• QL flag - ‘My ship is infected i.e. I have had cases of quarantinable diseases less than five days ago’.
By Night Red over white - I have not received free patique
Q4
a) When does a yacht require a Ship Sanitation Control/ Exemption Certificate? (5)
b) How long is a Ship Sanitation Certificate / Exemption Certificate valid for and which Authority can renew it? (5)
All vessels require
SHIP SANITATION CERTIFICATE
Under International Health Regulations, all vessels are required to have:
• A Ship Sanitation Control Exemption Certificate, or
• A Ship Sanitation Control Certificate
(The Ship Sanitation Certificate replaces the previous Deratting Certificate.)
Valid for 6 months
Approved port health authority
Q4
c) What areas will be examined during the renewal inspection for the Ship Sanitation
Certificate? (10)
The following areas are included in the inspection:
• Galley and food areas;
• Pantry and Storage Rooms;
• Holds;
• Officer and crew accommodation;
• Drinking water;
• Sewage system;
• Ballast tanks;
• Waste (including Medical waste);
• Standing water;
• Engine room;
• Medical facilities; and
• Swimming pools and spas.
Q5
What preparations would you make for the renewal inspection of the Ship Sanitation Certificate?
The master must ensure that his vessel is at all times prepared to undergo a thorough inspection to confirm compliance with sanitary regulations. Inspections are designed to confirm that ships are operating in accordance with appropriate practices for assessment and control of health risks on board.
- Documentary Review
This consists of a review of the vessel’s certificates, records and logs pertaining to sanitary and health related issues, as well as perusal of management plans for potable and recreational waters, ballast water, waste, air quality, sewage, medical facilities and housekeeping. The following documents are amongst those that must be prepared for inspection:
• Maritime Declaration of Health
• SSCEC or SSCC
• International Certificate of Vaccination
• Crew list / passenger list
• Ship stores declaration
• Crew effects declaration
• International Sewage Pollution Prevention Certificate
•Garbage Management Plan / Record Book
• Food safety plan
• Water safety plan
• Hospital logs - Physical Inspection and Assessment
This involves a physical examination of all relevant areas, equipment, facilities and shipboard systems and control plans. The areas to be inspected were listed previously. All areas must be in a hygienic/sanitary condition and must be accessible for inspection.
