inspections on board
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A general guide to inspections carried out on ships, esp tankersTRANSCRIPT
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Inspections on board
Abhijith Balakrishnan, MNI
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Ship should always be ready for inspections
Do not work just to impress Inspectors Work to achieve a safe and efficient ship Ensure all systems are always in good
order Should be aware of any systems not in
good order- action should be taken
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Vetting vs. Inspection Vetting is a
process of examination and evaluation, generally referring to performing a background check on the ship before offering an employment.
Inspection is the process of physically examining a ship and its related systems to collate data to help in vetting the ship later
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When inspection is expected Master to chair a meeting
Remind everyone of their duties Use VIQ /VPQ to conduct a check or a pre-
inspection Ensure records are updated Advise office if anything is outstanding or any
shortcoming is noticed Carry out pre-operational checks and record Enhance general housekeeping Make available all documents for inspector Refer to previous List of Observations send
from the office
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Delegate to achieve maximum compliance
Certification and documentation
Vessel Particulars Crew Management Safety Management Navigation Radio Equipment LSA / FFA Bridge
Cargo /Ballast Mooring Pollution Prevention COW Loadline Engine Room Steering Gear Inert Gas System
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Documents and plans
Prepare copies of various vessel certificates
Arrange all documents required as per the order in the VIQ /VPQ
Update the VPQ
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Prepare copies of Classification Document Certificates
Registry SAFCON SEQ SRT LL IOPP + supp Crew List Safe Manning Doc Etc.,
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Make Available Officers’ licenses Approved Manuals ( IG, COW, ODME, etc.,) Log books Oil record books Proof of Authorised servicing of
FFA, Liferafts, Settings for various safety devices
PV Valves etc., MSDS SMS Manuals Company policies
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Be prepared to Calibrate and Demonstrate Fixed gas detection system Portable gas detectors ODME COP Emergency shutdown High level alarms/OF alarms QC valves IGS Alarms OWS Fire Fighting systems Steering gear Emcy generator LB engines ER ventilation shut downs
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Also prepare Fireman’s outfit ISC Navigational Equipments Charts and Publications EPIRB, SART,Pyros, Flame Screens on air pipes Paint locker smothering system Marine Sanitation systems….etc.,
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First Impression You don’t get a second chance to make
a first impression Gangway to Ships office very important Inspectors are supposed to be objective Inherent human nature to base future
actions on initial subjective impression. May look for objective evidence to reinforce
his initial subjective opinion Good first impression
Probably quick and hassle free inspection
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First Impression- How to?• Gangway
• Properly rigged• Lifebuoy • Warnings- no naked light etc.,
• Crew• PPE as reqd-clean boiler suits, hard hats..
• Deck Watch• Present at the gangway• Proper PPE• Walkie Talkie
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First Impressions FFE at the manifold Deck free of oil Scuppers-plugged Moorings- being monitored MSDS posted as required Emergency Equipment-marked and
readily available Accommodation- Doors/vents closed.
Slight positive pressure inside
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First Impressions Deck Watch (ISPS)
Polite, courteous, firm Identify- Photo ID? Purpose of Visit? Who do you want to see? CREW to make entries in the Visitor log Offer helmet if inspector not wearing one. Call D/O on radio and advise Escort Inspector to Ships Office
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General Awareness
Crew To have general information of cargo Especially about the hazards
H2S, Benzene, Where can you find the information
MSDS- where is it posted? Brief the crew during the meeting
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Ships Office Master to meet Inspector in the Office Brief him regarding his muster station Offer refreshments Be courteous Inspector not onboard only to find faults Extend full cooperation Inspector should always be accompanied Inspector is a fellow professional
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Pre Inspection meeting Master and Chief Engineer to be present Preferably all top four if ship operations permit
Scope of inspection? Approx time for inspection? Boat for dep? Order in which he intends to carry out inspection Equipments/alarms he may want tested or demon
strated
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Pre Inspection
Master to ensure that the inspection is conducted without disrupting vessel operations or STCW rest hours Suggest change in order of inspection Any equipment to be tested should
not interfere with safe operations
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During Inspection Inspector to be always accompanied
By Master (or other top 3) and one assistant Ensure safety of inspector Do not argue with inspector Do not intentionally give false information Do not embarrass the inspector
no. of years at sea/qualification etc., Do not agree to any unsafe practices Do not offer any opinion on observations Do not volunteer information to impress
Inspector
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General Crew Attitude Ensure crew attitude projects a safe and
professional ship Regular rounds Reports on UHF Radios Moorings checked No sitting/chatting at manifold Officers alert/ active Bridge/ER to appear to neat and tidy Instructions from superiors being followed
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Close out all small observations before inspector departs Do not compromise ship safety, the
operations or STCW rest hours.
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Post Inspection Meeting Request an opportunity to discuss observations Request a written report Cross out blank areas on the report and keep a copy Do not hesitate to point out remarks that you feel are
incorrect One senior off (Pref CE) to be present Clear any misunderstandings Not ask for opinions’ on how to clear observations
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After Inspector departs Inform office regarding the inspection Send copy of inspection report with
remarks as necessary Advise office of plan to tackle observations Request office assistance as necessary Follow up action to satisfy the requirements Keep the ship ready for the next
inspection!!!
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Source of information
A guide to the Vetting Process by Intertanko