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KOREAN REGISTER OF SHIPPING
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KOREAN REGISTER
Revision Records
Revision
No.
Date
Description
01. 12. 2009
Established
01. 05. 2010
Revised
01. 12. 2010
Revised
01. 12. 2011
Revised
31. 12. 2012
Revised
KOREAN REGISTER
CONTENTS
1. Cyprus
2. Hong Kong
3. Liberia
4. Malaysia
5. Malta
6. Marshall Islands
7. Panama
8. Singapore
9. St. Vincent & the Grenadines
10. Bahamas
11. Belize
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Checklist for Cyprus flagged Ships
(for Owners)
CYP
Name of Ship :
Date
Note for completion of inspection:

X : Satisfied
- : Not applicable
: To be confirmed
A Survey and Certification

101. Circulars issued by the Republic of Cyprus to be provided on board ships. ..........
No.1/18
No.1/5
No.4/1995
No.18/1995
No.25/1995
No.26/1995
No.15/1996
No.3/1997
No.13/1997
No.15/1997
No.21/1997
No.22/1997
No.9/1998
No.10/1998
No.16/1998
No.17/1998
No.19/1998
No.19/1999
No.21/1999
No.22/1999
No.4/2000
No.5/2000
No.6/2000
No.11/2000
No.4/2001
No.5/2001
No.6/2001
No.9/2001
No.11/2001
No.12/2001
No.14/2001
No.15/2001
No.17/2001
No.21/2001
No.26/2001
No.1/2002
No.4/2002
No.7/2002
No.8/2002
No.12/2002
No.14/2002
No.6/2003
No.7/2003
No.14/2004
No.29/2004
No.36/2004
No.41/2004
No.42/2004
No.19/2005
No.20/2005
No.31/2005
No.34/2005
No.5/2006
No.6/2006
No.11/2006
No.12/2006
No.22/2006
No.26/2006
No.27/2006
No.29/2006
No.2/2007
No.7/2007
No.18/2008
No.19/2008
No.24/2008
No.4/2009
No.13/2009
No.5/2010
No.15/2010
No.18/2010
No.19/2010
No.20/2010
No.23/2010
No.24/2010
No.25/2010
No.26/2010
No.27/2010
No.30/2010
No.34/2010
No.35/2010
No.36/2010
No.37/2010
No.18/2011
No.19/2011
No.32/2011
No.33/2011
No.38/2011
No.40/2011
No.41/2011
No.45/2011
No.46/2011
No.48/2011
No.7/2012
No.13/2012
No.17/2012
No.19/2012
No.20/2012
No.21/2012
No.23/2012
No.25/2012
No.30/2012
No.31/2012
No.32/2012
No.33/2012
No.36/2012
No.37/2012
No.43/2012
No.46/2012
No.48/2012
No.52/2012
No.54/2012
No.55/2012
No.57/2012
No.59/2012
No.62/2012
No.63/2012
Above circulars are available on Cyprus Homepage(www.mcw.gov.cy).
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B Change of flag
201. Survey Requirement
(1) In cases where KR has performed all statutory surveys which led to the existing
statutory certificates on-board..................................................................................................
- At the time of the change of flag, if the due dates for the survey for existing
certificates are within the 3 months' window, then renewal/ intermediate/
periodical/annual surveys, as the case may be, has been carried out immediately.
- Otherwise, a general examination of items relevant to each of the statutory
certificates has been carried out and satisfactorily completed.
(2) In cases where KR has not performed the statutory surveys, which led to the
existing statutory certificates. .................................................................................................
- Initial surveys has been carried out and satisfactorily completed prior to
issuance of new full term certificates.
- Notwithstanding the aforesaid, in view of the time required for completing all
matters related to initial survey, surveys equivalent to renewal surveys has
been carried out and satisfactorily completed prior to the vessel's sailing.
202. Certificate of Survey was issued by the KR for the change of ship's flag and sent
to Cyprus. .......................................................................................................................................
203. Ship's Carving and Marking Note was issued by the Administration. .....................
204. Any short term certificate has not been given validity beyond the validity of
Provisional certificate of registry [when the validity is less than five(5) months].
............................................................................................................................................................
205. The followings have been checked and confirmed upon the ship.................................
(1) Vessels of any age constructed exclusively for inland waterway navigation are not
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accepted for registration in the Cyprus Register of Ships. .................................................
(2) Vessels which are banned by any Memorandum of Understanding on port state control or
a port state on grounds of safety, pollution prevention or for security reasons are not
accepted for registration in the Cyprus Register of Ships..............................................
(3) Vessels detained by port state control authorities 3 times or more within the last 2 years prior
to the date of application for registration at ports of the Paris MOU, Tokyo MOU or the US
Coastguard on grounds of safety, pollution prevention or for security reasons are not
accepted
for registration in the Cyprus Register of Ships. .................................................................
(4) Related to the age and type of the ship, following requirements shall be satisfied.
..........................................................................................................................................................
Type of Ship
Cargo ships and Cargo High Speed
Craft
Entry
Maximum
inspection
age Limit
25
years
if
15 years
No
if
short international voyages
30 years
voyages within the territory of a State,
Age 10 years:
Biennial
if Age > 10 years:

Annual
Passenger ships and Passenger High

Speed Craft engaged on domestic
No
if 2 years

Speed Craft engaged on international or
Additional inspection required
required
if 2 years
No
if
25 years
Age 10 years:
Biennial
if Age > 10 years:
other than Cyprus
Annual
Irrespective of age,
Speed Craft engaged on domestic

voyages within the territory of Cyprus
Fishing vessel
FPSO, FSO and Mobile Offshore
Drilling Units
No
25
years
25
years
20 years
required to be inspected and
if
20 years
No
if
15 years
No
if
certified annually
if the ship is carrying industrial or

Ships of types other than those listed
above
35
years
special purpose personnel

if
20 years
2 years
Age 10 years:
Biennial
Age > 10 years:

Annual
(5) For detailed information regarding fishing vessels and other vessels, refer to the
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Circular No.12/2012 on Department of Merchant Shipping homepage. ..............

206. The ship has no outstanding recommendation.....................................................................
207. In case where the due dates for surveys for existing certificates are within 3
months window, the renewal/intermediate/periodical/annual survey has been carried
out immediately. An inspection of basic ILO items
has been also carried out(see
the attachment)..............................................................................................................................
208. In cases where the change of flag has not been accompanied by a change of the
company, the survey is to be limited in scope to the extent of the applicable
annual survey with the addition of basic ILO items, unless the due dates of the
statutory surveys are within the window mentioned above(see the attachment).
............................................................................................................................................................
209. In cases where the change of flag has been accompanied by a change of the
company, the extent of the survey in respect of safety equipment is to be
upgraded to that of a renewal survey with the addition of basic ILO items. The
survey for the statutory certificates other than the safety equipment, unless they
fall within the windows mentioned above, shall be carried out to the extent of
annual surveys. .............................................................................................................................
C Instruction for Survey

301. EEBD (Emergency Escape Breathing Device)
The number of EEBD described below has been provided on board the ship: ....
- For cargo ship in accommodation area: two(2) EEBDs; ..........................................

- For passenger ships carrying not more than 36 passengers: two(2) EEBDs for
each main vertical zone; .....................................................................................................
- For passenger ships carrying more than 36 passengers: four(4) EEBDs for each
main vertical zone; ...............................................................................................................
- Irrespective of type of ship in machinery space: The number of EEBD to be
fitted in the machinery spaces will be equal to the number of crew stipulated
in the Documents of Safe Manning for the Engine Department, which is in
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force but the maximum number need not exceed eight(8) devices; ...................
- Spare EEBDs : Irrespective of the number of EEBD in place, two(2) additional
devices shall be kept on board as spare. .....................................................................
302. IMMERSION SUIT
(1) At least two(2) additional immersion suits were placed at the remotely located
workstations. Remotely located workstations are those located more than 100
meters, measured horizontally, from the place where the immersion suits are
stowed. A watch station is any place of the ship where the crew performs its
normal watch keeping duties.
Remotely located watch stations are those located
more than 50 meters, measured horizontally, from the place where the immersion
suits are stowed. If a ship has such remotely located watch stations, then at least
two(2) additional immersion suits must be placed at each of those watch stations.
............................................................................................................................................................
(2) The immersion suits have been placed as to be readily accessible and their
position
was
clearly
indicated.
The
vessel's
Fire
Control
&
Life
Saving
Appliances Plan has been updated accordingly. ...............................................................

(3) The following two options have been considered for the storage of immersion
suits:..................................................................................................................................................
a. option one
Storage: Immersion Suits to be stored on deck in a box or a centralized
accessible store room within or outside of the accommodation(on the way
to, or in the vicinity of the assembly stations or survival craft stations).
Quantity: If the solution is implemented, the quantity of the immersion suits to
be placed onboard, is equal to the number of persons for which
life-saving appliances are provided, as stated on the record of equipment
of the Cargo Ship Safety Equipment Certificate, plus(if applicable) the
immersion suits required by virtue of paragraphs 302. ..............................
b. option two
Storage : Immersion Suits to be placed in Crew Cabins.
Quantity: If this solution is implemented, the quantity of the immersion suits to
be placed onboard, is equal to the number of persons for which
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life-saving
appliances
are
provided,
as
stated
on
the
record
of
equipment of the Cargo Ship Safety Equipment Certificate; additionally,

there should be at least two(2) readily available immersion suits located
in the Navigation Bridge and at east two(2) located in the Engine
Control Room, plus ( if applicable) the immersion suits required by
virtue of paragraphs 302. .....................................................................................
(4) Inspection and Testing of Immersion Suits
a. The monthly inspection of immersion suits required by Regulation 20.7 and
36.1/Ch.III/SOLAS 1974, as amended, must be carried out in accordance with the
Guidelines approved by MSC on 28 May 2002 (MSC/Circ.1047). ..........................
b. The periodic testing(air pressure test) of the immersion suits, must be carried
out in accordance with the Guidelines for Periodic Testing of Immersion Suit
and Anti-Exposure Suit Seams and Closures approved by MSC on 25 May 2004
(MSC/Circ.1114), at intervals not exceeding: .................................................................
i) three years for immersion suits which are less than twelve years of age,
ii) two years for immersion suits which are over twelve years of age.
It is recommended that the periodic testing is performed at suitable shore based
facilities equipped to make any necessary repairs in accordance with the
manufacturers' recommendations.
The shore based stations which have been accepted to provide services to
Cyprus ships in respect of immersion suits must fulfil the criteria of my
Circular No. 12/2001 dated 15 June 2001 on "IMO Resolution A. 761 (18) as
amended.
c. Furthermore, it is acceptable also for the periodic testing (air pressure test) to
be carried out onboard Cyprus Flag ships by the ships' crews (as per
MSC/Circ.1114), if suitable equipment and trained personnel is available, as
follows: .......................................................................................................................................
i) The periodic testing of the immersion suits in this case must be carried out,
as follows:
- every 30 months (2 1/2 years) onboard by the ship's crew, for immersion
suits which are less than ten years of age,
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- every year onboard by the ship's crew, for immersion suits which are over
ten years of age, and
- every fifth year at a suitable shore based facility, irrespective of immersion
suit's age.
ii) The ship must be in possession of the immersion suit Manufacturer's Service
Manual and an appropriate Test Kit accepted / recommended (written
acceptance / recommendation should be available onboard) by the immersion
suits manufacturer.
iii) The ship's crew members designated to perform the testing shall be trained
in the use of the test equipment and the procedures / instructions contained
in the manufacturer's Service Manual regarding the periodic testing and the
related inspections of the immersion suits. All designated crew members shall
hold a valid training certificate issued by the test equipment manufacturer.
iv) Procedures for the periodic testing and inspection of the immersion suits
must be incorporated into the instructions manual for onboard maintenance in
accordance with the guidelines contained in Regulation 36 / Chapter III of
SOLAS.
v) The results of the inspection and testing of the immersion suits must be
recorded in the log required by Regulation 36.7 / Chapter III of SOLAS. The
date of the testing and inspection and the person(s) conducting the testing
must be recorded in the ship's official logbook and in the log required by
Regulation 36.7 / Chapter III of SOLAS.
vi) If, as a result of the onboard periodic testing / inspection, an immersion suit
is found to need repair, such repairs must be made at a suitable shore based
facility.
vii) The periodic testing may be contacted without a RO surveyor being
present.
d. Vacuum Packed Immersion Suits (exchange concept) are also accepted onboard
Cyprus Flagged Ships provided: ........................................................................................
I) Instructions for the monthly inspection of the vacuum pack are provided
onboard by the immersion suits manufacturer. It is hereby accepted that
these instructions substitute the monthly inspection procedure required by the
MSC/Circ.1047.
ii) If the inspection indicates that the vacuum pack is damaged, the immersion
suit must be immediately either inspected as per the MSC/Circ.1047 or sent
for inspection and re-packing to an approved service station.
iii) There is a sufficient number of immersion suits onboard which the crew can
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open and use for drills.

303. Life Saving and Fire Fighting
(1) If a ship is less than 85 meters in length, or less than 600 GRT and other than
oil tankers, chemical tankers and gas carriers, the ship may have an equivalent
arrangement with liferafts and rescue boat in lieu of lifeboats. .................................
(2) Thorough examination, servicing and repairs of lifeboat launching appliances and
on-load
release
mechanisms
have
been
carried
out
in
accordance
with
MSC.1/Circ.1206, either by:. .....................................................................................................

a. The manufacture's representative or a person appropriately was trained and
certified by the manufacturer for the work to be done. ............................................
b. A senior ship's representative or a person appropriately trained and certified by
the manufacturer of the launching device and the on-load release mechanism...
c. A service provider, authorised by one of the following competent Authorities....
- Member States of the European Union, U.S.A, Canada, Japan, Australia, China,
Norway, Russia
d. If none of the above options can be applied, the thorough examination servicing
and repair of lifeboat launching appliances and on-load release mechanisms may
be carried out either by:........................................................................................................
- A servicing provider approved by our Society
(3) According to the SOLAS Reg.III/1.5, for all ships, not later than the first
scheduled dry-docking after 1 July 2014, but not later than 1 July 2019,
lifeboat on-load release mechanisms not complying with paragraphs 4.4.7.6.4 to
4.4.7.6.6 of the Code shall be replaced with equipment that complies with the
Code..........................................................................................................
(4) Such ships shall employ, for each lifeboat release and retrieval system, fall
preventer devices in accordance with the MSC.1/Circ.1327 on Guidelines for the
fitting and use of fall preventer devices, until the systems installed on board
comply with the requirements of SOLAS regulation III/1.5..............................
(5) The ship have a combined Fire Control Plan and Life Saving Appliances Plan. A
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passenger ship may carry Fire Control Plan(s) and Life Saving Appliances
Plan(s) separately. The plan uses graphical symbol Res.A.654(16), as amended
and Res.A.760(18), as amended. ...............................................................
(6)
The
following
general
instructions
shall
be
apply
when
inspecting
the
extinguishing systems and equipments. ......................................................

i) As a rule, inspection and maintenance should be carried out by third party
inspector which is authorized by KR.
ii) Any systems and equipments which are mentioned in this section should
be hydrostatically tested after the completion of any repairs.
iii) The system or an individual part or unit of the system and appliance
should be recharged when the loss of contents of the system as a whole
or of an individual part or unit of the system or of an appliance exceeds
10%.
iv) The system or equipments should be inspected and maintained in
accordance with their respective manufacturer's recommendations. If in the
absences of related recommendations by the manufacturer, follow the third
party inspector's instruction.
(7) Fixed fire detections are subject to third party inspection at interval not
exceeding two years. ...............................................................................
(8) Fixed fire fighting systems shall be apply following instructions. ...................
i) The quantity of fire extinguishing medium should be checked at intervals
not exceeding two years. In case the loss of contents of the system as a
whole or of an individual part or unit of the system exceeds 10%, the
system or the individual part or unit of the system should be recharged.
ii) The chemical composition of foam medium used in fixed fire extinguishing
systems should be tested no later than three years after the date it was
installed on board and thereafter at yearly intervals.
iii) At least 10% of the pressure vessels containing fire extinguishing medium
should be hydrostatically tested no later than 10 years from the date of
the completion of their initial testing following their construction and
thereafter 10% of the pressure vessels should be hydrostatically tested
during each 10 years period.
iv) The control valves of fixed fire extinguishing systems should be internally
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inspected at interval not exceeding five years.

v) The flexible hoses should be replaced at the intervals not exceeding every
ten years.
(9)
Portable
and
non-portable
fire
extinguishers
shall
be
apply
following
instructions. .....................................................................................
i) Portable and non-portable fire extinguishers are subject to third party
inspection at intervals not exceeding two years.
ii) The quantity of fire extinguishing medium and the quantity of propellant
medium should be checked at yearly intervals. In case the loss of contents
exceeds 10% the extinguisher should be recharged.
iii) Water, gas, powder or foam fire-extinguishing medium and propellant
medium should be replaced at interval not exceeding five years.
iv) The flexible hoses, applicators and control valves, including those of the
propellant medium, should be visually inspect at yearly intervals and
should be replaced at the intervals not exceeding every ten years.
v) Containers which are kept under pressure should be internally inspected
and hydrostatically tested at interval not exceeding five years.
vi)
Containers which
are
not
kept
under
pressure
should
be
internally
inspected and hydrostatically tested at interval not exceeding ten years

vii)
The
Portable
and
non-portable
fire
extinguishers
which
have
been
discharged should be at least internally inspected before they are being

recharged on board and should be internally inspected and hydrostatically
tested before they are being recharged ashore.
(10) Spare charges for portable and non-portable fire extinguishers .................
i) Spare charges should be provided on board for 100% for the first ten
portable and for the first five non-portable(135L foam-type extinguisher(s)
in boiler room and 45L foam-type extinguisher(s) in machinery spaces)
extinguishers and 50% for the remaining extinguishers but not more than
60 total (fractions to be rounded off to next number) spare charges for
portable and non-portable fire extinguishers, but in case no means are
provided
on
board
for
recharging
portable
and
non-portable
fire
extinguishers, additional portable and non-portable fire extinguishers of

the same type and capacity quantity should be provided on board as
specified above in relation to the spare charges to be carried on board.
ii) The spare charges should be materials which are manufactured by the
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manufacturer of the extinguisher for which they will be used or materials

which considered as acceptable for use by the manufacturer of the
extinguisher for which they will be used.
(11) Self-contained breathing apparatus shall be apply following instructions. .......
i) The self-contained breathing apparatus are subject to third party inspection
at intervals not exceeding two years.
ii) The shipborne air charging system is subject to third party inspection at
yearly intervals.
iii) The mask, the flexible hoses, breathing regulator and the control valves
should be visually inspect at yearly intervals by crew and should be
replaced at the intervals not exceeding every five years.
iv) The quantity of air should be checked at yearly intervals. In case the loss
of contents of the system as a whole or of an individual part or unit of the
system exceeds 10%, the system or the individual part or unit of the system
should be recharged.
v) The quality of air of the self-contained breathing apparatus should be
checked at intervals not exceeding two years.
vi) The quality of air of shipborne air charging system should be checked at
yearly intervals.
vii) The air bottles of the self-contained breathing apparatus and any pressure
vessels of the shipborne air charging system should be internally inspected
and hydrostatically tested at interval not exceeding five years.
viii) The control valves of the self-contained breathing apparatus and of the
shipborne air charging system should be internally inspected at interval not
exceeding five years.
ix) The air bottles should which have been discharged should be at least internally
inspected before they are being recharged on board and should be internally
inspected and hydrostatically tested before they are being recharged ashore.
x) For every self-contained breathing apparatus, 200% spare charged spare air
bottles should be provided on board, unless there are means on board for
charging the air bottles.
(12) Oxygen bottles for medical use shall be apply following instructions. ..............
i) For ships having CDG certificates when casualties cannot be hospitalized on
shore within 2 hours should follow the MFAG Appendix 14 of IMDG Code
ii) All other ships that do not have to comply with the MFAG are only required
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to
carry
a 2L/200bar
portable oxygen set
and a
spare cylinder
of
2L/200bar.
iii) Above Section 11 applies also mutatis mutandis in relation to Emergency
Escape Breathing Apparatus.
(13)
Emergency
system
for
Escape
lifeboats
Breathing
shall
apply
Apparatus
also
and
Self-contained
instruction
of
above
air
support
section
11
in
relation self-contained breathing apparatus. ....................................................

(14) The air cylinders used in inflatable liferafts should be internally inspected and
hydrostatically tested at interval not exceeding ten years. ...........................
304. LRIT
LRIT conformance test was carried by the ASP of the followings...........................
- Pole Star Space Appliances, Tansas Telematics Ltd., Morsviazputnik, or Trane
& Trane A/S
305. Ozone Depleting Substances (OSD)
According to regulation 12 of Annex VI of MARPOL 73/78, as from 1st July
2010, any ship subject to compliance with regulation 6.1 of the same Annex, shall
maintain a List of Equipment containing Ozone Depleting Substances (ODS).
Also, each ship subject to regulation 6.1 which has rechargeable systems that
contain ozone depleting substances shall maintain an Ozone Depleting Substances
Record Book. This Record Book may form part of an existing log-book or
electronic system as approved by the Administration.
This regulation does not apply to permanently sealed equipment where there are
no
refrigerant
charging
connections
or
potentially
removable
components
containing ozone depleting substances. ..............................................................................
D PSC
401. If a ship has been detained, the company or the Master of the ship shall notify
the fact to the Administration within two(2) working days from the date of
detention. ........................................................................................................................................
402. If a ship has been detained once or twice within a period of 24 months the
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following surveys was performed as appropriate: ............................................................

- If the date of the detention falls within the 3 month's window for annual
surveys, the survey was conducted before the ship sails; .....................................
- If the date of the detention falls within the window for renewal/periodical/
intermediate surveys, the survey was conducted to the extent possible, except
for safety equipment, radio and I.O.P.P, which must be completed. A time
schedule for the completion of surveys at the next convenient port must be
set and they shall not be delayed until the end of the window; .......................
- If the date of the detention does not fall within appropriate windows, the
surveyor,
after clearing the
PSC deficiencies,
will carry out
a general
examination of the vessel. In cases where the surveyor deems that a more
thorough survey is needed, the extent of the surveys might be in the scope of
annual with the addition of basic ILO items. ............................................................
403. If a ship has been detained twice within a period of 24 months(as from the date
of the last detention counting backwards), the following measure was taken:.......
- An additional shipboard audit to the extent of an initial has been performed.
Furthermore an additional shore based audit to the extent of an annual has
been performed not later than 30 days from the date of the detention; ...........
404. If a ship has been detained three times within a period of 24 months (as from the
date of the last detention counting backwards), all statutory certificates have been
suspended. ......................................................................................................................................
- In order to re-instate the certificates, renewal survey has been carried out with
no outstanding items or recommendations to the extent possible, and an
additional audit to the extent of an initial has been performed. Furthermore an
additional shore based audit to the extent of an initial has been performed, not
later than 30 days from the date of the detention; ..................................................
405. If a ship has been detained four times within a period of 24 months (as from the
date of the last detention counting backwards), the vessel has been deleted from
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the Cyprus Registry and the DOC of the company issued on behalf of the
Republic of Cyprus is to be re-examined. .........................................................................
406. The Department of Merchant Shipping may participate to any of the above
surveys / audits or may request for an occasional Flag State survey / audit, at
owners expenses. .......................................................................................................................
Others
501. Two(2) or more radio operators posses valid GMDSS certificate. .............................
502. The ship has certificates for lifting appliances for non-cargo items [e.g. provision
crane, engine room gantry crane, crew lift(elevator), hose handling davit and other
appliances] and cargo items. This is applicable for all passenger ships and cargo
ships of 100 GT and upwards. ...............................................................................................
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Attachment
CHECK SHEET FOR SURVEY OF ILO ITEMS
This checklist is to be completed during surveys associated with Port State Detentions of
Cyprus Registered Vessels
ILO Referecne YES NO N/A
1.
The accommodations and spaces were generally examined in so far as practical and accessible including:
a. Are all of the accommodation spaces being used for what were intended for?
ILO 92, 133 and 147
b. Are all of the accommodation rooms and spaces being kept clean and tidy?
ILO 92, 133 and 147
c. Is adequate lighting is available throughout the accommodation?
ILO 92, 133 and 147
d. If the accommodation heating system working (for vessel's operating in cold climates only)?
ILO 147
e. Are the officers and crew sanitary facilities clean?
ILO 92, 133 and 147
f. Are crew bathrooms, water closets and sinks operating properly?
ILO 92, 133 and 147
g. Is water pressure available to the bathrooms and water closets?
ILO 92, 133 and 147
h. Are cockroaches and other inspects properly dealt with?

I. Is hot and cold water available?
2.
3.
ILO 68 and 147

ILO 92, 133 and 147
The Engine room and other machinery spaces were generally examined in so far as practical and accessible including:
a. Are all engine room bilges clean and free of oil?
ILO 134 and 147
b. Is the steering gear compartment clean and free of oil and garbage?
ILO 134 and 147
c. Is the engine room clean (no accumulation of oily rags or garbage)?
ILO 134 and 147
d. Are acetylene and oxygen bottles stored outside of the accommodation,

engine room and other machinery spaces?
ILO 134 and 147
e. Is paint and thinners stored outside of machinery spaces in designated storage rooms?
ILO 134 and 147
The food and catering areas were generally examined in so far as practical and accessible including:
a. Galley found clean and suitable for preparing food?
ILO 68 and 147
b. Are crew provisions in satisfactory condition with no spoilage or unsanitary conditions

in stowage or galley?
ILO 68 and 147
c. Refrigerated provisions storerooms found clean, of adequate size for the provisions,
ILO 68 and 147
and the refrigeration machinery considered capable of maintaining the provisions at adequate temperature?
d. Are drinking water taps in working condition?
ILO 68 and 147
Is the machinery fitted with protective devices (guards) as considered necessary?
ILO 134 and 147
Is the windlass and mooring winches in good order?
ILO 134 and 147
Is the accommodation ladder in good working order and considered safe for use?
ILO 134 and 147
Remarks:
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Checklist for Hong Kong flagged Ships
(for Owners)
Date
HKG
Name of Ship :

X
- : Not applicable
Satisfied
: To be confirmed
Survey and Certification
101. GMDSS radio operator

With regard to GMDSS radio operator, there should be minimum one person of
GOC or ROC regardless of navigation area ..................................................
102. The
number
in
the
column
"Minimum
number
of
persons
with
required
qualifications to operate the radio installation" of SR certificate should be

entered with one person..............................................................................
103. Issuance of Bunker Convention Certificate. ..................................................

(1) Outline of the International Convention on Civil Liability for Bunker Oil
Pollution Damage, 2001
1) Bunker Convention entered into forced on 21 November 2008
2) Application: A ship having a gross tonnage greater than 1,000 shall carry
a Bunker Convention Certificate on board. However, Bunker Convention
Certificates are not required for the Hong Kong registered oil tankers
having 92 CLC certificate in accordance with 92 CLC Convention(But, a
Bunker Convention Certificate may be issued at the request of a relevant
ship owner).
3) Specific provisions: According to the Article 7.1 of Bunker Convention, it
should be proved that a subject ship owner or a ship management
company shall maintain available insurance or other financial institution to
cover the liability of the registered owner for pollution damage. (Actually,
an insurance policy or other financial security shall be submitted)
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4) Approved insurance companies and/or Protection and Indemnity (P&I)

Clubs
- insurance companies authorized by the Office of the Commissioner of
Insurance of the Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative
Region (http://www.oci.gov.hk/stat/index02.html);
- members of International Group of Protection and Indemnity (P&I) Clubs
(http://www.igpandi.org/Group+Clubs);
- insurance companies and/or P & I clubs recognized by the China
Maritime Safety Administration (MSA). Details of the above insurance
companies and/or P & I clubs can be obtained from the Department of
Ship Safety and Pollution Prevention of China MSA (Tel. No. : +86 10
6529 2878);
- the below insurance companies which had been granted for acceptance
by Marine Department:
i. Moallem Insurance Company
ii. Ingosstrakh Insurance Company
iii. Indian Ocean P&I Club Association of Ceylon
iv. Navigators Insurance Company
v. The British European & Overseas P&I Insurance
5) Valid date of an insurance policy:
In general, as the valid period of an insurance policy in respect of civil
liability for bunker oil pollution damage remains valid for one year(20th
February for every year), renewal of the insurance policy is needed every
year.
(2) Application for the issuance and the re-issuance of Bunker Convention
Certificate
1) For the purpose of initial issuing of Bunker Convention Certificate or
renewal of the certificate prior to the expiry of it, an application letter via
post or e-mail is to be submitted in due time(prior to 30 days) to the
Class Register and Record Team.
2) Submission of application for issuing Bunker Convention Certificates
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- an application letter for Bunker Convention Certificate(the application

form can be downloaded on the KR Homepage)
- an insurance policy(ex : P&I blue card) or an financial security
* Note: According to Article 7.1 of the Bunker Convention, it shall be
confirmed that an insurance policy shall cover the liability of the register
owner for bunker oil pollution damage.
104. Issuance of Certificate of Compliance with IMSBC Code .............................
The Certificate of Compliance(CoC) is not a requirement under SOLAS nor
IMSBC Code. However, the CoC can be issued by ship's classification society
to certify the compliance of the code's requirement, without marking the
expression such as on behalf of the Hong Kong Government' on the CoC.
105. Extension of Survey ..................................................................................

The HKMD can review and approve the extension of renewal surveys in
exceptional case by the request of the shipowner or ship manger. The
procedures are as follows;
1) The shipowner or ship manger should submit applications for class and
convention occasional surveys to this Society. In case that the surveys can be
completed in the port (e.g. SR, IOPP surveys etc.), the renewal survey shall
be carried out for such kinds of survey. In case that the surveys can not
completed in the port (e.g. SC, ILL surveys etc.), the occasional survey shall
be carried out at least for the scope of annual surveys.
2) The shipowner or ship manger should submit an application for extension to
HKMD Cargo Ships Safety Section (ss_css@mardep.gov.hk) with relevant
documents (class society's survey reports, recommendation and endorsement
to statutory certificates etc.)
106. Issuance of Exemption certificate ................................................................
The initial exemption certificate shall be issued by the MD, and the classification
society may issue the subsequent exemption certificate. For instance, where MD
issued interim exemption certificate, this Society may issue the full term
certificate. Also, KR can renew such exemption certificates unless the conditions
stated by the Director in the original exemption certificate cannot be fulfilled.
107. Exemption of inclining test for sister ships ..................................................
In case of sister ships complying with requirements of SOLAS Reg.II-1/5.2,
MSC.1/Circ.1158 and the relevant KR rules, the inclining test for those ships can
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be exempted.
108. Extended Dry-docking interval system ........................................................

1) In general, the EDD scheme is only applicable to a shipowner or a ship
management company having at least of two consecutive years satisfactory
records with HKMD and subject further to HKMD's quality assessment.
2) The ship shall fully comply with the EDD requirements of your Society.
The
application of the EDD scheme is on a ship basis, not a blanket approval to

a fleet or series of ship or a shipowner/ship management company.
3) When there is a change to the ships' ownership / ship management company
/ RO, the EDD scheme will be forfeited automatically and a new application
should be made.
4) Formal application to HKMD for the EDD scheme should be accompanied with
ROs survey summary report confirming that the ships have met ROs
extended drydocking requirements ready for entering the EDD scheme.
5) The ships under the EDD scheme reaching 15 years of age have to revert to
the normal 5 years dry-docking interval.
6) Unscheduled dry-docking survey due to emergency repairs or casualty will not
be taken as the drydocking arrangement under the EDD scheme.
7) RO shall notify HKMD immediately if in-water survey has revealed any
deteriorated conditions rendering the ships to be placed on dry-docking for
additional survey and/or repair as necessary.
8) The in-water survey report and video record should be submitted to HKMD for
scrutiny and follow-up.
9) HKMD may stop the ships EDD programme at any time should it is found that
the
performance
of
the
ship
management
company,
the
ships
safety
management system or the ships condition is not to HKMDs satisfaction.

10) Upon HKMDs request, the classification society, the shipowner or the ship
management company should submit relevant materials/document for HKMDs
scrutiny and follow-up.
11) RO should seek HKMD's clarification for any conflict of requirements between
RO and HKMD. In general, HKMD's requirements prevail the others.
Change of Flag / Registration
201. HKMD requires that the following "List of General Concern" be confirmed in
case of survey for change of flag / registration
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(1) Areas under the SOLAS Convention

i) proper operation of emergency generator, lighting, batteries and switches,
main and emergency fire pumps, main and auxiliary steering gears .......
ii) no serious deterioration of personal lifesaving appliances, survival crafts
and launching arrangements ................................................................
iii) no substantial deterioration to the extent that it can comply with its
intended use of fire detection system, fire alarms, fire line, fire hose, fire
fighting equipment, fixed fire extinguishing installation, ventilation closing
arrangements and fuel oil tank quick-closing valves ............................
iv) no serious deterioration of lights, shapes or sound signals ...................
v) proper operation of the GMDSS installation for distress and safety
communication, including those used in life-saving appliances and ship
security ............................................................................................
vi) proper operation of navigation equipment, taking the provisions of SOLAS
Regulation V/16.2 into account ..........................................................
vii) provision of updated or corrected navigational charts, and/or all other
relevant nautical publications necessary for the intended voyage, taking
into account that electronic charts may be used as a substitute for the
charts .............................................................................................
viii) drills including fire drills, abandon ship drills and security drills are
conducted in an effective manner ....................................................
ix) no significant areas of damage or corrosion, or pitting of plating and
associated stiffening in decks and hull affecting seaworthiness or strength
to local loads, unless proper temporary repairs for a voyage to a port for
permanent repairs have been carried out ...........................................
x) engine room space and bilges are maintained in clean and tidy conditions,
no leakage is found on main and auxiliary machinery, no insulation of fuel
oil pipe is wetted through with fuel oil and electrical cables are properly
maintained .........................................................................................
xi) access control for visitors (including port officials) is properly carried out
at gangway .......................................................................................
xii) LRIT conforms to the present regulations and valid Conformance Test
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Report is kept onboard ....................................................................
(2) Areas under the LOAD LINES Convention

i) provision of sufficient and reliable information, in an approved form, which
by rapid and simple means, enables the master to arrange for the loading
and ballasting of his ship in such a way that a safe margin of stability is
maintained at all stages and at varying conditions of the voyage, and that
the creation of any unacceptable stresses in the ship's structure are
avoided................................................................................................
ii) no substantial deterioration or defects in cargo and other hatchways
including
covers
and
securing
devices,
machinery
space
openings,
miscellaneous openings in freeboard and superstructure decks, ventilators,

air pipes, cargo ports and other similar openings, sidescuttles, windows,
skylights, weather-tight doors, all closing arrangements and guard rails or
bulwarks around all exposed decks.......................................................
iii) legibility of deck line, load line mark, lines to be used with load line mark
and draught mar.................................................................................
(3) Areas under the MARPOL Convention

i) no serious deterioration or failure of proper operation of oily-water filtering
equipment, the oil discharge monitoring and control system or the 15 ppm
alarm arrangements .............................................................................
ii) SOPEP or SMPEP for noxious liquid substances and oil record books are
available and properly entered and maintained .....................................
iii) no unauthorized by-pass discharge connection is fitted to the system of
oily-water filtering equipment .............................................................
iv) placards, garbage management plans and garbage record books are
available and properly maintained .......................................................
202. Ship Registration Procedures for HONG KONG SHIPPING REGISTRY

(1)
Owners
submit
Application
form,
Title
Documents
and
Certificate
of
Ownership /Encumbrance(for transfer of title) and other documents as per

HKSR User's Handbook.
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(2) Owner's consent for Class to release previous survey records of the vessel,
request Class to carry out statutory survey.
(3) Shipping Registry(SR) approves ship name, allot call sign, official number
and issue the Ship's Marking Note for ship master completion.
(4) Ship's Marking Note signed by Surveyor.
(5) Once Certificate of Survey issued by Surveyor is submitted to Shipping
Registry. SR issues Certificate of Registry or Certificate of provisional
Registration(valid for 1 month) within 2 hours as per owner's request.
(6)
Submit
duly
executed
HONG
KONG
SHIP
MORTGAGE
to
SR,
then
Registration process completed.

203. ILO Convention Nos. 92 and 133
In the case of the initial survey for registration or for the flag change, the
requirements of ILO Convention Nos. 92 and 133 should be confirmed. ........
Instruction for Survey
301 Markings for ship's identity on lifeboats

Ship's call sign and/or IMO number can be commonly used as markings for
ship's identity on lifeboats. There is no specified requirement on the size of the
markings, but they should be marked as large as possible on the proper position
of lifeboat for being visible from above. .......................................................
302. Servicing intervals of inflatable life-saving appliances and hydrostatic release

units
Regarding
the
servicing
intervals
of
inflatable
life-saving
appliances
and
hydrostatic release units under HSSC, the service interval should not exceed 12
months. All application of extension of annual service will be considered as a
case by case and should be applied by ship's manager. ..............................
303. Periodic Servicing and Maintenance of Lifeboats, Launching Appliances and
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on-load Release Gear

(1) Having the different position from provisions in MSC.1/Circ.1206/Rev.1, HKMD
requires
that
the
competent
service
provider
carrying
out
periodical
inspections, servicing and repair of lifeboats, launching appliances and

on-load release gear required by SOLAS Reg.III/20.11.1.2 and 20.11.2.2
should be approved by anyone of its 9 authorized Recognized Organizations
(ABS, BV, CCS, DNV, GL, KR, LR, NK and RINA). (It is not required to obtain
individual approval from HKMD for that competent service provider)...........
(2) For good record keeping and the need to satisfy port State control
inspection,
the
ship
shall
maintain
reports,
checklists,
records,
and
statements etc. as required by paragraphs 13 to 15 of Annex 1 of

MSC.1/Circ.1206/Rev.1 ...........................................................................
(3) The ship should also maintain the inspection and maintenance records of
routine inspections carried out by the ship's crew and the applicable
certificates for the launching appliances and equipment ...........................
(4) The five-yearly dynamic operational test of the winch brake should be
witnessed by and conducted to the satisfaction of the attending Recognized
Organization's surveyor .........................................................................
304. Provision of Immersion Suits on Cargo Ships

(1) An immersion suits should be provided for every persons on board.(same
amount as the total number of persons for which life-saving appliances are
provided
as
in
the
Record
of
equipment
for
the
Cargo
Ship
Safety
Certificate)................................................................................................
(2) At least 2 immersion suits should be stowed at each navigation bridge and
engine control room. (If 3 life jackets are stowed, then 3 immersion suits
should also be stowed) ...........................................................................
(3) If the ship is constantly engaged on voyages between the parallels of latitude
20 degrees North and 20 degrees South, the ship is not required to carry
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immersion suits. .....................................................................................
(4) Immersion suits should be so placed as to be readily accessible and their

position should be plainly indicated. ........................................................
(5) For any watch or work stations which are located remotely from the place or
places where immersion suits are normally stowed, additional immersion suits
should be provided at these locations for the number of persons normally on
watch or working at those locations at any time (Owners should therefore
carry out a risk assessment of their vessels in order to arrive at an
appropriate provision and consult with Classification Society) .....................
(6) Liferafts, if located at the aft/forward end of the ship and at a distance of
more than 100 m from the closest survival craft, as required by SOLAS
regulation III/31.1.4, should be regarded as remotely located survival craft
with regard to SOLAS regulation III/7.2.1.4. The area where these remotely
located survival crafts are stowed should be provided with:
- a minimum number of 2 lifejackets and 2 immersion suits; .................

- adequate means of illumination complying with SOLAS regulation III/16.7,
either fixed or portable, which should be capable of illuminating the
liferaft stowage position as well as the area of water into which the
liferaft should be launched. Portable lights, when used, should have
brackets to permit their positioning on both sides of the ship; and .....
- an embarkation ladder or other means of embarkation enabling descent to
the water in a controlled manner* in accordance with SOLAS regulation
III/11.7. ............................................................................................
(* Controlled manner: a knotted rope is not acceptable for this purpose)

305. Back-up arrangement for ECDIS
(1) ECDIS operating with electronic navigational chart (ENC) mode
: 2nd independent EDCIS, which has a separate power supply and data input,
operating with ENC mode.......................................................................
: or, an appropriate up-to-date folio of paper nautical charts.....................
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(2) ECDIS operating in the Raster Chart Display System (RCDS) mode
: an appropriate up-to-date folio of paper nautical charts..........................
306. Electronic Nautical Publications (ENPs)

(1) ENPs should either be published by IMO, an Administration, a hydrographic
organization, or other organizations which are authorized by an Administration;
...............................................................................................................
(2) ENPs should be kept up-to-date;..............................................................
(3) ENPs should be accessible to the Officer of Watch (OOW) without the need to
leave his duty station; ..............................................................................
(4) A computer should be dedicated for ENPs and connected always to the main
and emergency power supplies; ................................................................
(5) For backup purpose, ENPs should also be available in another computer on
board which should be accessible to the OOW in a short period of time. In
addition, hard copies of the publications for emergency use, including the
International Code of Signals and IAMSAR Manual, should be provided on
board; and ...............................................................................................
(6) Operational guidelines for using the system and viewing of the publications
should be available on board and make known to the officers concerned
................................................................................................................
307. Examination, Testing and Maintenance of Shipboard Lifting Appliances and

Loose gear
(1) Ship master should ensure that all lifting appliances and loose gear on board
ships are safe for use. ............................................................................
(2) Every lifting appliance and every item of loose gear should be tested by a
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competent person before being put into use for the first time and after any
substantial alteration or repair to any part liable to affect its safety. Upon
completion of the test, the lifting appliance and the loose gear should be
thoroughly examined by the competent person. ........................................
(3) Every lifting appliance and every item of loose gear should be thoroughly
examined by a competent person at least once in every 12 months ..........
(4) Every lifting appliance should be retested by a competent person at least

once in every 5 years. Upon completion of the test, the lifting appliance
should be thoroughly examined by the competent person. .........................
(5) Subsequent to any examination or testing of the lifting appliances and loose
gear, a record duly signed by the competent person carrying out such
examination or test should be kept on board. Any record of maintenance,
alternation and damage repair should also be maintained. .........................
(6) The competent person should be a person possessing the knowledge and
experience required for the performance of such examination and test, who
may be the senior officers on board or surveyors from the recognized
classification societies. ............................................................................
308. ILO Convention Nos. 92 and 133

The requirements of ILO Convention Nos. 92 and 133 should be confirmed. The
requirements of ILO Convention No.92 should be basically complied with. In the
case where the requirements of ILO Convention No.133 are not fully complied
with,
then
the
fact
should
be
marked
both
on
the
Document
of
Compliance(DOC) and also in the survey report. ..........................................
309. Exemption from any part of ILO Convention No.133

ILO 133
The shipowners may apply for exemption from any part of ILO Convention
No.133 if deemed impracticable in compliance with the requirements. Then,
HKMD will consider the exemption seriously provided that the requirements of
ILO Convention No.92 are complied with. ....................................................
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310. Multiple Load Line Certificate

(1) In principle, the application should be submitted by the owner with
corresponding deadweight together with relevant information in order for
Administration to give authorization to the relevant Classification to issue
Multiple Load Line Certificate on a case by case basis...........................
(2) The surveyor should confirm the followings;

i) the ship complies with all applicable requirements of Load Line,
MARPOL, etc. for the maximum deadweight ....................................
ii) where alternation in the moulded draft due to the changes of load line
marks results in an increase in the net tonnage, the tonnage of the
vessel should be re-ascertained by KR and a new international tonnage
certificate incorporating the increased net tonnage should be displayed
on board the ship immediately........................................................
(3) In the case where the verification is conducted by the ship's master instead
of surveyor, the master should follow the following guidelines;
i) Only one set of load line marks should be visible on the ship's side
and the associated load line certificate should be displayed at all
times..............................................................................................
ii) The remaining load line marks should be properly obliterated with paint
and the remaining load line certificate(s) not being used should be
kept away from the one in use.......................................................
iii) An official entry should be made in the official log book every time
the load line mark has been changed. ..........................................
iv)
Other
statutory
certificates
with
indication
of
deadweight
not
corresponding to the International Load Line Certificate in use should

also be kept away from the one in use........................................
311. Implementation of the Phase-out Scheme for Single Hull Tankers and banning
the carriage of heavy grade oil(HGO) in those tankers
(1) In principle, no extension to the operational life will be granted for Hong Kong
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registered single hull tankers. For relatively new single hull tankers (tankers
less than 20 years old from their delivery date), a more flexible approach may
be taken to allow these vessels to extend their service life until 2015 ........
(2) Single hull tankers with extension of operational life would not be permitted to
enter into Hong Kong waters. ..................................................................
(3) Local single hull tankers (600 dwt and over but below 5000 dwt): The existing
tankers older than 25 years on or after 5 April 2008 may continue to operate
only if they are not used for the carriage of HGO. ...................................
312. Certificates and Documents required to be carried on board ships (HKMSIN

No.49/2011 hyperlink) ...........................................................................
If necessary, the surveyor may inform the owner of HKMSIN No.49/2011
regarding certificates and documents required to be carried on board ships. In
addition to the list in FAL.2/Circ.123, MEPC.1/Circ.769, MSC.1/Circ.1409, Hong
Kong ships engaged in international voyage are required or recommended also
to carry certificates, documents and publications as detailed in Annex II to
HKMSIN No.49/2011 (required : Part A, recommended : Part B)
313. List of international maritime conventions which have been extended to Hong
Kong and the corresponding Hong Kong legislation
If necessary, the surveyor may inform the owner of "List of international
maritime conventions which have been extended to Hong Kong and the
corresponding
Hong
Kong
legislation"*
in
Annex
of
HKMSIN
No.42/2005
regarding publications and copies of Conventions required to be carried on

board ships.(* Please refer to the attached list).
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314. EEBD .......................................................................................................

- At least two (2) EEBDs should be provided in accommodation spaces.
- EEBDs should be provided in machinery spaces for category A containing
machinery used for main propulsion as stated below:
(1) Machinery spaces of category A containing machinery used for main
propulsion:
(a) One (1) EEBD in the engine control room, if located within the space
(b) One (1)EEBD in workshop areas, if there is, however, a direct access to
an escape way from the workshop, an EEBD is not requirement.
(c) One (1)EEBD on each deck or platform level near the escape ladder
constituting the second means of escape from the machinery space
(the other means being an enclosed escape trunk or watertight door at
the lower level of the space)
(2) In machinery spaces of category A other than those of above (1):
One (1) EEBD, as a minimum, on each deck or platform level near the
escape ladder other than a fire shelter, an escape trunk or a watertight
access door to safe spaces.
- At least two (2) sets of spare EEBDs shall be provided onboard either in the area
of navigation bridge, fire control station or storage room
- Emergency Escape Breathing Devices shall be examined at least annually by
suitably qualified ship' staff, or by a competent service station recognized by a
Recognized Organization. Hydrostatic testing of EEBD shall be carried out in
accordance with the recommendation from manufacturer.
315. Portable fire extinguishers ...........................................................................

(1) Portable fire extinguishers should be examined annually by a competent
person; (A competent person may be taken as Chief Officer, Second
Engineer or above)
(2) Each portable fire extinguisher should be with a tag indicating that it has
been examined
(3) CO2/Halon
Portable
fire
extinguishers
should
not
be
located
in
accommodation spaces;
At least one portable fire extinguisher of each type manufactured in the same
year and kept on board a ship should be test discharged at five yearly
intervals (as part of a fire drill).
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316. Spare charges for portable fire extinguishers ................................................

For portable fire extinguishers of the same type, capable of being recharged on
board, the spare charges should be provided as follows:
(1) 100% for the first ten portable fire extinguishers and 50% for the remaining
portable fire extinguishers but not more than 60; and
(2) For portable fire extinguishers that cannot be recharged by the crew,
additional portable fire extinguishers of the same quantity, type, capacity
and number as determined in (1) above should be provided in lieu of spare
charges.
317. Testing for portable fire extinguishers ..........................................................

Containers of permanently pressurized portable fire extinguishers and propellant
bottles of
non-pressurized portable fire extinguishers should
be hydraulic
pressure tested as follows by a competent service station recognized by a

Recognized Organization:
(1) Powder type, CO2 type, other type of portable fire extinguishers every 10
years
(2) Containers of non-permanently pressurized portable fire extinguishers should
be hydraulic pressure tested every 10 years.
318. Maintenance and inspection of fixed carbon dioxide
fire extinguishing system ...........................................................................
All Hong Kong registered ships shall carry out maintenance and inspection of
fixed
carbon
dioxide
fire
extinguishing
systems
in
accordance
with
IMO
MSC/Circ.1318. At each intermediate, periodical or renewal survey in cargo

ships, high pressure cylinders should be subjected to periodical tests at intervals
not exceeding 10 years. At the 10-year inspection, at least 10% of the total
number provided should be subjected to an internal inspection and hydrostatic
test by a competent service station recognized by a Recognized Organization.
319 Controls for fixed carbon dioxide fire extinguishing system ............................
Carbon dioxide systems shall comply with the following requirements:
(1) Two separate controls shall be provided for releasing carbon dioxide into a
protected space and to ensure the activation of the alarm. One control shall
be used for opening the valve of the piping which conveys the gas into the
protected space and a second control shall be used to discharge the gas
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from its storage containers; and

(2) The two controls shall be located inside a release box clearly identified for
the particular space. If the box containing the controls is to be locked, a
key to the box shall be in a break-glass-type enclosure conspicuously
located adjacent to the box.
320. Foam fire-extinguishing systems .................................................................

Fixed foam extinguishing systems should be inspected every two years by a
competent service station recognized by a Recognized Organization. Foam
sample analysis shall be carried out after a period of 3 years of date
manufacture
and
thereafter
every
year
at
authorized
service
agent
or
manufacturer's laboratory. A record of the age of the foam concentrates and of

subsequent controls should be kept onboard.
321. Air cylinders for self contained breathing apparatus (SCBA)...........................
SCBA air cylinders shall be examined at least annually by a competent service

station recognized by a Recognized Organization. SCBA cylinders should be
hydraulic pressure tested at intervals not exceeding 5 years and the hydrostatic
test date must be permanently marked on the bottles. Two spare charges
suitable for use with the breathing apparatus should be provided for each SCBA.
If cargo ships are equipped with suitably located means for fully recharging the
air cylinders free from contamination, only one spare charge is required for each
required SCBA.
322. Air bottles for air supply in totally enclosed lifeboats.....................................

Air bottles for air supply in totally enclosed lifeboats should be hydraulic
pressure tested by a competent service station recognized by a Recognized
Organization at intervals not exceeding 5 years and the hydrostatic test date
must be permanently marked on the bottles.
323. Medical oxygen cylinders ............................................................................

Hydrostatic pressure testing of cylinders shall be carried out by a competent
service station recognized by a Recognized Organization at the intervals not
exceeding 5 years and the hydrostatic test date must be permanently marked on
the bottles.
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324. Lifeboat turnout ..........................................................................................

SOLAS regulation III/20.7 requires that all lifeboats, except free-fall lifeboats,
shall be monthly turned out from their stowed position, without any person
onboard if weather and sea conditions so allow.
325. Lifeboat launching drill ................................................................................

When performing drills with persons on board a lifeboat, it is recommended that
the lifeboat first be lowered and recovered without persons on board to
ascertain that the arrangement functions correctly. The lifeboat should then be
lowered into the water with only the number of persons on board necessary to
operate the boat.
326. Free-fall lifeboat drill ..................................................................................

When the lifeboat is free-fall launched as part of a drill, this should be carried
out with the minimum personnel required to manoeuvre the boat in the water
and to recover it. The recovery operation should be carried out with special
attention, bearing in mind the high risk level of this operation. Where permitted
by SOLAS, simulated launching should be carried out in accordance with the
manufacturer's instructions, taking due note of the Guidelines for simulated
launching
of
free-fall
lifeboats
at
appendix
as
stated
in
the
IMO
MSC.1/Circ.1206/Rev.1.
327. Lifeboat fall preventer device ......................................................................

A Fall Preventer Device (FPD) can be used to minimize the risk of injury or
death by providing a secondary alternate load path in the event of failure of the
on-load hook or its release mechanism or of accidental release of the on-load
hook. However, FPDs should not be regarded as a substitute for a safe on-load
release mechanism. If FPDs are provided, they must be designed, installed,
inspected and utilized in accordance with the manufacturer instruction and
complied with IMO MSC.1/Circ.1327. The ship's operating crew should be
familiar with the operation of the FPD fitted to the lifeboat on their ship. The
procedure to be followed should be contained in the ISM Code documentation
and the ship's training manual
328. Falls used in launching life saving appliances ..............................................

Wire rope grips "bulldog grips" are not accepted. Where wire rope grips
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bulldog
grips"
are
found
to
have
been
used
on
primary
load-bearing
terminations, arrangements are to be made by the operators to have them

replaced wedged socket etc.
Example of bulldog grip
Example of wedge socket
329. Medical Stores ...........................................................................................

A cargo ship registered in Hong Kong is required to have onboard medicines or
medical
stores
in
accordance
with
the
scales
set
out
in
the
following
Schedule(s): (hyperlinked)
http://www.legislation.gov.hk/blis_ind.nsf/e1bf50c09a33d3dc482564840019d2f4/1d
3061bc86bebc35482564ac0008b64d?OpenDocument
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330. GMDSS radio installations operation and maintenance ..................................

Test
on
DSC
radio
installations
must
be
completed
with
reception
acknowledgement so that the effectiveness of the equipment could be ensured.

If no acknowledgement is received despite of numerous tests, it should be
recorded in the radio logbook and the shore engineer should be called upon to
check the effectiveness of the DSC radio.
331. Annual Performance Test of AIS ..................................................................

To carry out annual performance test of AIS in accordance with the IMO
MSC.1/Circ.1252 by a qualified radio inspector of an approved radio firm, and
to retain the "AIS Performance Test Report" issued by the radio firm on board
the ship.
332. Annual Performance Test of EPIRB ..............................................................

To carry out annual performance test of EPIRB in accordance with the IMO
MSC.1/Circ.1040 by a qualified radio inspector of an approved radio firm, and
to retain the "EPIRB Performance Test Report" issued by the radio firm on board
the ship.
333. Annual Performance Test of VDR/S-VDR .....................................................

To carry out annual performance test of VDR/S-VDR in accordance with the
IMO MSC/Circ.1222 by a qualified radio inspector of an approved radio firm,
and to retain the "VDR/S-VDR Performance Test Report" issued by the radio
firm on board the ship.
PSC
401. Masters of Hong Kong flagged ships are requested to inspect their ships in
accordance with the following checklist (PSC Checklist for ships entering into
the US/Australian ports) before their entries into the US/Australian ports........
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402. Port State Control ......................................................................................

In the event of a Hong Kong registered ship being detained as a result of PSC
intervention, the shipmaster or owner should immediately:
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(1) Forward a copy of the PSC inspection report (i. e. FORM A and FORM B),
stating when, where and by whom the ship has been detained, to this
Department; and
(2) Contact the local office(s) of the ship's Classification Society and/or the
ship's SMC classification Society and/or the ship's ISSC Recognized
Security Organization to arrange an inspection and/or audit for confirmation
of the deficiencies and/or nonconformities, and other necessary remedial
action as directed by the port State.
Others
501. As-built construction drawings

As-built construction drawings should be maintained on board and ashore. ..
502. Operational instruction for watertight doors

Hong Kong registered passenger ships that have the watertight doors should
possess an "operational instruction" approved by HKMD. If this case happens,
contact Convention & Legislation Service Team. ..........................................
503. If LPG is used for cooking, water and space heating, etc. in smaller cargo
ships, fishing vessels, tugs, barges, launches and pleasure craft, the following
warning notice should be displayed to each appliance in red. ......................
WARNING
1. DO NOT LIGHT IF LEAKAGE IS SUSPECTED.
2. BEWARE OF ANY UNUSUAL SMELL AS THIS MAY INDICATE
LEAKAGE FROM THE APPLIANCE.
3. DO NOT CHECK FOR LEAKS WITH A NAKED FLAME.
4. MAINTAIN GOOD VENTILATION AT ALL TIMES.
504. HKMD accepts materials and equipments complying with the test procedures/
standards and performance specifications laid down by IMO. In general,
materials and equipments approved by a maritime authority for use on its
registered ships or approved by the authorized ROs or RSOs of MD are
acceptable to be used on cargo ships registered in Hong Kong. (Marine
equipment
which
has
the
certificate
of
MED(European
Marine
Equipment
directive) is also acceptable) ......................................................................
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505. List of recognized Application Service Providers (ASPs).................................
(1) The China Transportation & Telecommunication Centre

Address : 1, Waiguan Houshen,
Anwai, Beijing 100011
China
Tel. : 0086 10 65293382
Fax : 0086 10 65293322
Email : lrit@cttc.org.cn
Website : http://www.lrit.com.cn (Under construction)
Contact : Shirley ZHANG
(2) Pole Star Space Applications Limited
Address : Suite 301 303
Whiteleys Centre
Queensway
London W2 4YN
United Kingdom
Tel : 44 (0) 20 7313 7400
Fax : 44 (0) 20 7313 7401
Email : shipinfo@lrit.com
Website : http://www.lrit.com
(3) Transas Telematics Limited
Address : 4 Compass Point
Ensign Way
Hamble
Southampton SO31 4AR
United Kingdom
Tel : 44 (0) 23 8045 8544
Fax : 44 (0) 23 8045 8733
Email : lrit@transastelematics.com
Website : http://www.transas.com/telematics
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Checklist for Liberian flagged Ships
(for Owners)
LBR
Name of Ship :
Date

X
- : Not applicable
Satisfied
: To be confirmed

101. ILO 92 & 133
- In case of the ships constructed on or after 1st Jan. 1995 shall be fully
complied with ILO 92 & 133....................................................................
- In case of the ships constructed before 1st Jan. 1995 may be partially
complied with ILO 92 & 133....................................................................
102. Ships not expressly covered by the SOLAS Convention and ILL Convention shall
carry National Cargo Ship Safety Certificate..................................................
B Change of Flag
201. Survey for change of ship's nationality
Where ship owner and/or operator request, this Society shall issue following
statements to them.....................................................................................
1) Confirmation of classification certificate together with a copy of current interim
classification certificate.
2) A statement or affidavit indicating;
- all
conditions
of
classification,
and/or outstanding deficiencies;
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- all statutory certificates issued on behalf of the Administration

- current status of classification and statutory surveys
- if applied, any reason why a vessel is presently not fit to proceed to sea.

301. Acceptance of Equipments
Safety equipments, other materials or equipments, approved by the government
or IACS classification authorized from the Administration. ............................
302. Passenger Vessels-Underwater examination of hull in lieu of drydocking

1) Operators of Liberian vessels should make the request to perform an
underwater examination in lieu of drydocking directly to this Society. this
Society
will
evaluate
the
request
and,
after
considering
all
relevant
information, make a recommendation to the Administration.....................
2) Passenger vessels of 15 years of age or less are to be examined in dry

docking at least twice during any five year period and the span between
these dry docking examinations shall not exceed three years. Underwater
examinations may be requested for the three remaining annual inspections
in accordance with the procedures outlined above. Due to the limit of three
years between dry dockings, requests for more than two consecutive
underwater examinations in lieu of dry docking will not be considered....
3) Passenger vessels of more than 15 years of age must have the outer
bottom of the hull examined in drydock at least every other year. Underwater
examinations in lieu of drydockings for the alternate years may be requested
in accordance with the procedures described above................................
303. Instruction relating to SOLAS

1) EEBD
- EEBDs for accommodation spaces on Cargo Ships: at least two EEBDs (If
the ship's accommodation is separated, at least two EEBDs should be
located in each accommodation space. ................................................
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- Passenger Ships (P36): At least two(2) EEBDs in each main vertical zone.
.........................................................................................................
- Passenger Ships (P36): At least four(4) EEBDs in each main vertical
zone..................................................................................................
- Machinery spaces on all ships: A minimum 4 (Two EEBDs should be
located in the control room and one located by each escape ladder).....
(For vessel's without control rooms a minimum of two EEBD shall be
required subject to a review by Classification Society of the layout, size and
number of persons normally working in the engine room) ......................
- Spares:
EEBD11 : 1
11EEBD20 : 2
EEBD20 : 10 (no more than 4) ...................................
- Taking into account the number of persons who may enter the pump room
during normal operations, EEBDs should be made available for individual
carriage for the maximum number of persons who may enter the pump
room during such operations. These EEBDs are in addition to the ones
installed in the engineroom and the accommodation spaces. Ships may opt
to install EEBDs in the pump room in lieu of providing additional EEBDs for
individual carriage. If this option is chosen, a minimum of two EEBDs
should be installed in the pump room. At least one EEBD training devices
shall be provided for training purposes. .................................................
2) Immersion Suits and Thermal Protective Aids

- For vessels other than bulk carriers operating exclusively within the warm
climates
between 30 North and 30 South latitudes, immersion suits and
thermal protective aids will not be required............................................

- At least two additional immersion suit of adequate size shall be required
near the additional liferafts(s) when fitted forward or aft, so that the
immersion suits may be available ot the crew working out on deck away
from the accommodation deck. ...........................................................
- A number of additional immersion suits may also be required at other
locations if the vessels Classification Society determines that there are
watch or work stations, which are so remote from the place where a
crewman's immersion suit is stored, that in emergency it is unreasonable
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to expect a crewman could acquire the assigned immersion suit...........

- The three(3) immersion suits per a lifeboat for passenger vessels are
intended for use by the designated and/or certified persons in charge of
the lifeboat. They may be kept in the staterooms of the assigned
personnel............................................................................................
- All persons in the crew of a rescue boat are to be provided with immersion
suits, if different from the persons in charge of the lifeboat for passenger
vessels................................................................................................
3) Requirement for radio officers of GMDSS ship

- Where a radio maintainer is not on board
At least two deck officers should be qualified for GOC, and one of the two
should
also
be
designated
to
have
primary
responsibility
for
radio
communications during distress incidents. This ship should be complied with

the duplication of equipment and shore based maintenance....................
- Where the two deck officer with qualification of GOC are not on board
A dedicated radio maintainer who is qualified for a 1st REC or a 2nd REC
of GMDSS and
a radio maintenance certificate should be on board. This
case, the ship should be complied with the duplication of equipment or

shore based maintenance.....................................................................
4) Maintenance of Inflatable liferafts and lifejackets

- A liferaft service station should maintain the raft in accordance with the
IMO Res. A.761(18) and a suspension test with 10% overload for davit
launching appliances for a liferaft should be carried out at every second
inspection. .........................................................................................
- A liferaft provided at ship's bow/ stern is to be transportable and
launchable by one person. They may be stowed in protected positions
provided they are readily available at all times. ....................................
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5) The annual and five year thorough examination and testing of lifeboat
launching appliances and on-load release gear the examination and testing
should be carried out by:
a. manufacturer, or .............................................................................
b. service personnel properly trained and certified by the manufacturer...
c. crew members properly trained and certified by the manufacturer in the
presence of a class society surveyor, or...........................................
d. non-manufacturer certified third party service personnel acceptable to
the
flag
Administration
and
in
the
presence
of
class
society
surveyor...........................................................................................
The five year test must always be conducted in the presence of a class
surveyor no matter who conducts it........................................................
304. Maintenance and Inspection of Fire-Protection Systems and Appliances

1) Fixed CO2 and Halon system
- Every two years the contents of the cylinders are verified by weight or
isotropic measurement as part of the SOLAS Safety Equipment survey. .
- Weight scales may be used to verify cylinder contents and recharging is
required if the loss in charge is 10 percent or more. ...........................
- All fixed CO2 and Halon cylinders must be hydrostatically tested as follows:
after each 20 years of service,.............................................................
prior to recharging a discharged cylinder or..........................................
when visual inspection reveals a potential defect...................................
- Hydrostatic test dates must be stamped on the cylinders. Hydrostatic

testing must be performed by a authorized servicing facility which has been
certified by a government agency or recognized classification society, and
by extinguisher manufacturer to perform this type of work.
The facility
must be acceptable to the attending classification society surveyor.
The
same facility should recharge the cylinders after testing to demonstrate

serviceability........................................................................................
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2) Portable Fire Extinguishers.

- Annual Survey
The examination of the fire extinguishers is an integral part of the annual
statutory surveys for the SOLAS Safety Equipment Certification.
The fire
extinguishers should be examined and, if necessary, serviced annually.
The
annual servicing/examination of the portable fire extinguishers can be

carried out by the crew, if the crew is properly trained and such servicing
is acceptable to the vessels classification society, or by an authorized
service facility. The classification society surveyor must be satisfied with the
condition of the extinguishers...............................................................
- Verification of Fire Extinguishers Contents

Every two years in conjunction with the SOLAS Safety Equipment Survey the
contents of the cylinders must be verified. Weighing of the portable CO2
cylinders in the presence of the classification society surveyor is an
acceptable method of verification. .......................................................
- Spare Charges, Additional Fire Extinguishers, and Refilling of Extinguishers.

For fire extinguishers of the same type, capable of being recharged on
100% for the first 10 extinguishers and 50% for the remaining extinguishers
but not more than 60 (fractions to be rounded off to next whole
number)..............................................................................................
For extinguishers which cannot be recharged by the crew, additional portable

fire extinguishers of the same quantity, type, capacity and number as
determined in paragraph a above should be provided in lieu of spare
charge..................................................................................................
Instructions for recharging the extinguishers should be carried on board...
- Hydrostatic Testing of Portable Fire Extinguishers.

Portable fire extinguishers shall be hydrostatically tested every 10 years;
A hydrostatic test may also be required by the classification society
surveyor or Liberia Nautical Inspector if visual examination indicates a
potential defect in the cylinder. The hydrostatic test date must be permanently
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marked on the bottles. .........................................................................
3) Fixed Foam System.

Foam analysis is a part of the SOLAS Safety Equipment survey and thus is
performed every two years.
The class society surveyor may require it at
other times if there is cause to question the suitability of the foam or

condition of the storage tank..................................................................
4) Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA).

- Hydrostatic testing of SCBA cylinders shall be carried out once every five
years. The hydrostatic test date must be permanently marked on the
bottles. Intervals for hydrostatically testing cylinders of the ultra lightweight
type may vary and will depend upon the requirements of the cylinder
manufacturer
and
the vessels
classification society.
Servicing
of
the
cylinders must be performed to the satisfaction of the classification society

surveyor..............................................................................................
- Two spare charges suitable for use with the breathing apparatus should be
provided for each required apparatus...................................................
- If passenger ships carrying not more than 36 passengers and cargo ships
are
equipped with suitably located means for fully recharging the air
cylinders free from contamination, only one spare charge is required for
each required apparatus......................................................................
5) Fire extinguishing requirements for paint and flammable liquid lockers
- Requirements fire extinguishers (Refer to below table) .........................
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construction of ship
deck area of a locker

10 or less
Constructed before
1992.2.1
between 10-20
greater than 20
Constructed
between
1992.2.1 and 1998.2.1
Constructed
between
1998.2.1 and 2002.7.1
Constructed
after 2002.7.1
on
or
10 or less
greater than 10
fire extinguisher
one portable fire extinguisher
located outside the entrance to
the space
two portable fire extinguisher
the space
fixed fire extinguishing system
the space
4 or less

the space
greater than 4
4 or less
greater than 4
* Refer to below
* For lockers of a deck area of less than 4, constructed on or after

2002.7.1, which do not give access to accommodation, spaces, a carbon
dioxide portable fire extinguisher sized to provide a minimum volume of
free gas equal to 40% of the gross volume of the space may be accepted
in lieu of a fixed system. A discharge port shall be arranged in the locker
to allow the discharge of the extinguisher without having to enter into the
protected space. The required portable fire extinguisher shall be stowed
adjacent to the port. Alternatively, a port or hose connection may be
provided to facilitate the use of fire main water.
- Portable fire extinguisher: maximum fully charged weight of 23kg (50.7lb)
and minimum weights of CO2 extinguisher is 6.8kg (15lb) and of Dry
Chemical is 4.5kg (10lb). ...................................................................
- Fixed extinguishing system

CO2 extinguisher : at least 40% of the space gross volume.................
Dry Chemical : at least 0.5kg/cubic meter of space gross volume.........
Water Spray: at least 5 liter/square meter of deck area........................
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305. Instruction relating to MARPOL

1) Supply vessel carrying Fuel
Requirements of MARPOL 73/78 Annex I Reg. 2 (2) do not apply to
off-shore supply vessel carrying 200 M fuel and above..........................
D Others
401. Instruction relating to other Conventions
1) Names, Numbers and Markings on Liberia Vessels
- Every Liberia Vessel shall have her name upon bow and stern. The home
port of the vessel shall also be marked upon the stern. These names shall
be painted or gilded upon beaded or cast Roman letters in light color on a
dark background, or in a dark color on a light background, permanently
affixed and distinctly visible. The smallest letters used shall not be less
than four inches in size........................................................................
- Each vessel of Liberia, in addition to having her name painted on her stern,
shall have the name conspicuously placed in distinct, plain letters of not
less than six inches in length on each outer side of the pilot house.......
- The designated number (ship's official number) of each vessel shall be

marked permanently on her main beam. ..............................................
- The draft of vessel shall be marked upon the stem and stern post, in
English feet or in decimeters, in Arabic numerals. The bottom of each
numeral shall indicate the draft to that line. ..........................................
2) Carriage of Grain
The vessel and barge of 200 G/T and above shall be issued " official grain
loading certificate" by authorized Classification Society.............................
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3) List of Application Service Provider for LRIT ...........................................

TRANSAS Telematics Limited
Pole Star Space Applications Limited
Email: lrit@transastelematics.com
Email: lrittesting@polestarglobal.com
(T) +44 (0) 23 8045 8544
(T) +44 (0)20 7313 7400
(F) +44 (0) 23 8045 8733
(F) +44 (0)20 7313 7401
4) Guidance for the International Medical Guide for Ships. ..........................
- International Medical Guide for Ships shall be considered in compliance

with
Administration
maintained
and
requirements.
used
in
The
accordance
medical
with
the
equipment
instruction
shall
in
be
the
International Medical Guide for Ships appropriate to the equipment

carried on board.
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Checklist for Malaysia flagged Ships
(for Owners)
MYS
Name of Ship :
Date

X
- : Not applicable
Satisfied
: To be confirmed

101. Crew Accommodation
(1) Vessel shall comply with UK crew accommodation regulation 1997 .....................
(2) The crew accommodation survey shall be conducted in accordance with Marine
Department Checklist. .............................................................................................................
102. FPSO and FSO shall be surveyed and issued certificate as an Oil Tanker. ..........
103. Issuance of DOC or SOC
Document
of
Compliance
or
Statement
of
compliance
shall
be
issued
for
Conventions not ratified by Malaysia .....................................................................................

104. Issuance of short term certificate
It is allowed to issue short term certificate for maximum period of 2 months for
following conditions:
(1) Rectification cannot be done with valid reason or spare parts not available at the
port where the deficiency found or reported * (is only valid for malfunction of
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Navigation and Radio equipment, malfunction or servicing and testing of LSA

and FFA equipment) ...............................................................................................................
(2) Equivalent or alternative arrangement or temporary measures has been provided
to
the
satisfaction
of
attending
surveyor
in
accordance
with
statutory
requirements ...............................................................................................................................
(3) The owners shall immediately but not later than 2 weeks from date of issuance
of certificates, report to Ship Accreditation Unit, Marine Department of Malaysia
with :
- all relevant supporting documents which include difficulty to rectify the
deficiency.....................................................................................................................................
- equivalent measure in place and proposed corrective action plan to rectify the
deficiency ....................................................................................................................................
105. Extension of dry docking survey
(1) It is allowed to extend dry docking survey for a maximum period of not more
than 3 months from due date in the following circumstances:
- In cases where dry docking is required, but cannot be carried out, an
underwater inspection of the ship bottom shall be carried out before the
nominal Docking Survey due date ...............................................................................
- In cases where an underwater inspection is not possible (e.g. poor visibility,
draft restrictions, excessive current, refusal by port Authority), an internal
inspection of ship bottom structure, to the maximum extent practicable, shall
be carried out. .....................................................................................................................
- In cases of extensions of not more than one month in lieu of underwater
inspection of vessel bottom, a general examination afloat to determine the
vessel fitness for continued service during the extension period, may be
considered as follows:
i)
Examination
and
testing
of
the
steering
machinery
as
considered
necessary .....................................................................................................................
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ii) Review of onboard records to confirm satisfactory operation of the

propulsion ....................................................................................................................
iii) No damages and/or groundings have occurred since the last attendance
by RO ..........................................................................................................................
iv) In addition, external examination of the saltwater systems with particular
attention to non-metallic expansion pieces (if fitted), sea valves and their
attachment to sea chest/side shell should also be carried out .................
(2) Following factors shall be considered but limited to, before the docking survey
extension is granted;
- The unavailability of dry docking or repair facilities or unavailability of
essential material, equipment or spare parts for dry docking ............................
- Delays incurred by action to avoid severe weather ...............................................
- Unanticipated delays at loading/discharge facilities .................................................
(3) Owners shall inform Marine Department (Ship Accreditation Unit) the intention
of delaying dry docking survey with supporting documents one (1) month prior
to due date .................................................................................................................................
(4) In any circumstances. extensions of dry docking surveys shall not be granted for
commercial reasons. .................................................................................................................
(5) Authorization in this section is valid for all types of vessels less than 10 years
old ...............................................................................................................................................
B Change of Flag / Registration

No applicable instructions

301. Fire Plan Safety Plan
Fire Plan and Safety Plan shall be translated to Bahasa Malaysia ............................
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(Organizations authorized to approve the translation are Dewan Bahasa dan

Pustaka, Saz Marine Services Sdn. Bhd. and Institute Terjemahan Negara Malaysia)
302. Portable Fire Extinguishers
(1) All extinguishers shall be examined annually by a ship officer or engineer or
authorized agent .......................................................................................................................
(2)
Testing
(Marine
equipment
approved
according
to
the
European
Marine
Equipment Directive 96/98/EC is accepted by marine Department)

- Hydraulic testing must be carried out by an accredited service agent or test
facility ......................................................................................................................................
- Prior to recharging an extinguisher, a thorough inspection and internal
examination must be carried out by service provider and the surveyor is to
verify test protocol done in accordance with manufacturer manual .................
(3) Service
- Water and Foam Extinguishers must be filled by ship officer or engineer or
authorized agent ......................................................................................................................
- Other extinguishers are to be recharged by authorized service agent .................
(4) Detailed guidelines
- water and foam
i) The charge must be replaced every 12 months ..............................................
ii) Containers which are permanently under pressure must be tested
hydrostatically every 5 years. Containers which are not kept under
pressure must be tested every 10 years .........................................................
iii) The test pressure shall not be less than 1.5 times the working pressure
or 2 N/mm2 if the working pressure is unknown .......................................
- CO2
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i) The charge must be checked every 12 months and replaced at 5 year

intervals ........................................................................................................................
ii) Containers must be hydrostatically tested every 10 years .........................
iii) The test pressure shall not be less than 25 N/mm2 ..................................
- Halon and Powder with shell kept under pressure
i) The charge must be replaced every 2 years ....................................................
iii) The test pressure shall not be less 1.5 times the working pressure or 2
N/mm2 if the working pressure is unknown .................................................
- Powder with shell not kept under pressure
i) The charge must be checked every 12 months and replaced at 5 year
intervals ........................................................................................................................
iii) The test pressure shall not be less than 1.5 times the working pressure
or 2 N/mm2 if the working pressure is unknown .......................................
- Propellant bottles of non-pressurized fire extinguishers
i) The content must be checked every year .........................................................
ii) Bottles must by hydrostatically tested every 10 years ................................
iii) The test pressure shall not be less than 2 times the working pressure or
25N/mm2 in the case of a CO2 type with safety devices or 35 N/mm2
in the case of a CO2 type without safety devices .....................................
303. Fixed Gas fire-extinguishing

(1) Annual inspections should be carried out by a ship officer or engineer or
authorized agent (including the quantity of medium in containers) ......................
(2) Testing
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- The Hydraulic test period for high pressure containers should be carried out for
10% of the containers during each 10 year period or 100% of the containers
after 20 years from the date of manufacture ................................................................
- Hydraulic test required after repair ...................................................................................
- Hydraulic test also required if loss of content more than 10% for C02 and 5%
for Halon ....................................................................................................................................
- The test pressure shall not be less than 25 N/mm2 for CO2 containers and 1.5
times the working pressure for Halon containers .......................................................
304. Fixed Foam Extinguishing System
An analysis of foam samples must be undertaken after 3 years from date of
manufacture
and
annually
thereafter
by
an
authorized
service
agent
or
manufacturer's laboratory ..........................................................................................................

305. Cylinders For Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA)
(1) All cylinders, high pressure fittings and hoses should be externally examined
annually by ship Officer or engineer or authorized agent ........................................
(2) The Hydraulic test for SCBA Cylinders should be carried at intervals not
exceeding 5 years ...................................................................................................................
(3) The test pressure shall not be less than 1.5 times the working pressure ..........
(4) The compress air inside the cylinder is to be changed once a year.......................
(5) Spare charges in accordance with SOLAS requirement .............................................

306. Immersion Suit
(1) Numbers of immersion suits shall comply with regulation 32.3 Chapter III
SOLAS .......................................................................................................................................
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(2) Additional two immersion suits shall be provided at bridge, engine control room
and fwd station near the location of fwd life raft ......................................................
(3) Vessel constantly engaged in voyages between 30North and South except Bulk
Carrier are exempted to comply with the requirement of SOLAS Chapter III
32.3.2 carriage of an immersion suit for each person onboard (KR is allowed to
issue exemption certificate on behalf of Government of Malaysia) ........................
(4) The guidelines in MSC/Circ.1047 "Guidelines for monthly shipboard inspection of
immersion suits and anti-exposure suits by ships' crews" shall be incorporated
into the checklist for the inspection of immersions suits and anti-exposure suits
for the purpose of on-board maintenance .......................................................................
(5) It is recommended that each immersion suits and anti-exposure suits be
subjected to an air pressure test as per MSC/Circ.1114, at intervals not
exceeding three years, or more frequently for suits over ten years of age ......
307. Emergency Escape Breathing Devices (EEBD)
(1) EEBD shall be provided as follows
- Machinery spaces containing internal combustion machinery used for main
propulsion
(i) One for Engine Control room .....................................................................................
(ii) One in the area close to where engine workshop is located .........................
(iii) One near to the escape route at each deck ........................................................
(In cases where engine control room and workshop are closely located, one
EEBD for them. In cases where engine control room and/or workshop and the
escape route are closely located, the EEBD for engine control room and/or
workshop may be dispensed with, but the number of EEBDs shall not be less
than two)
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- Machinery spaces Category A other than above: one EEBD near the escape
route at each deck. Where the spaces is on one level only and easy access to
safe spaces is surely granted, EEBD is not required ................................................
- In cargo ships, two sets of EEBD in accommodation spaces ..................................
(2) The number of spare EEBD shall be minimum 50% of actual provision ............
(3) Servicing
- The compress air inside the cylinder is to be changed once a year ....................
- The cylinders must be hydrostatically tested every 10 years...................................
- The test pressure shall not be less than 1.5 times the working pressure ..........
308. Periodic Servicing and Maintenance of Lifeboats, Launching Appliances and
On-load Release Gear
(1) Certification of servicing personnel should be issued in accordance with an
established system for training and authorization .......................................................
(2) Weekly and monthly inspections, and routine maintenance as specified in the
equipment maintenance manual, should be conducted under the direct supervision
of a senior ship's officer in accordance with the maintenance manual ...............
(3) All other inspections, servicing and repair should be conducted by ......................
- the manufacturer's representative or
- a person appropriately trained and certified for the work to be done or
- any service provider approved Recognized Organization(s) for the work to be
done.
309. Evaluation, testing and approval of lifesaving appliances
All lifesaving appliances and arrangement shall be evaluated, tested and approved
by Recognized Organizations acting on-behalf of Malaysian Government not inferior
to recommendation adopted by IMO as follows. In addition, lifesaving appliances
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approved by competence authorities in accordance with the respective resolutions as

listed below are accepted for Malaysian Ships ...................................................................
- Res.MSC.81(70) (Revised Recommendation on Testing of Life-Saving Appliances)
-
MSC/Circular.809
(Recommendation
for
Canopied
Reversible
Liferafts,
Automatically Self-Righting Liferafts and Fast Rescue Boats, Including Testing,

on Ro-Ro Passenger Ships)
- MSC/Circular.1006 (Guidelines on Fire Test Procedures for Acceptance of
Fire-Retardant Materials for the Construction of Lifeboats)
- MSC/Circular.810 (Recommendation on Means of Rescue on Ro-Ro Passenger
Ships)
- Res.A.520(13) (Code of practice for the evaluation, testing and acceptance of
prototype novel life-saving appliances and arrangements)
-
Res.A.752(18)
(Guidelines
for
the
Evaluation,
Testing
and
Application
of
Low-Location Lighting on Passenger Ships)

310. Radio communication equipment
Radio communication equipment shall comply with the performance standards and
specification as specified in footnotes in SOLAS Reg.IV/14 and Reg.IV/15 ............
311. Publications and Circulars to be provided on board ships flying the Malaysian flag
Ships flying the Malaysian flag is to be provided with the publications and
Circulars listed in the attached list..........................................................................................
312. Annual testing of VDR and S-VDR
Guidelines in MSC/Circ.1222 "Guidelines on annual testing of VDR and S-VDR"
should be complied with when carrying out annual testing of VDR and S-VDR.
The annual test report should be recorded in the form specified in the appendix of
the Circular .....................................................................................................................................
313. ECDIS
Malaysia Marine Department accepts the use of ECDIS on Malaysia Flag ships as
meeting the nautical charts carriage requirements stipulated in Regulation V/19.2.1.4
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and V/27 of SOLAS 74 as amended, under the following conditions:

(1) ECDIS must be type approved in accordance with the requirements of the IMO
Resolution A.817(19) Performance Standards for ECDIS and must be operated
with up-to-date official Electronic Nautical Charts(ENCs) .......................................
(2) Ships sailing in waters not covered by ENCs must be provided with an
appropriate up-to-date folio of paper nautical charts .................................................
(3) For back up purposes, the ship must be provided either with a secondary type
approved ECDIS in accordance with the requirements of the MSC Resolution
64(67), Back-up arrangements for ECDIS or with a full folio of up-to-date
nautical paper charts for the intended voyage ...............................................................
(4) All officers on watch must be familiar with the operation of the ECDIS on board
the ship .....................................................................................................................................
314. Performance standards for navigational systems and equipment and VDR
Navigational systems and equipment and VDR shall comply with the performance
standards
and
specification
as
specified
in
footnotes
in
SOLAS
Reg.V/18,
Reg.V/19-1 and Reg.V/20 ..........................................................................................................

315. CAS Survey
(1) The survey shall be carried out in accordance of MEPC 94 (46) as amended....
(2) Ship Accreditation Unit shall be notified 1 month prior to the commencement of
CAS survey ...............................................................................................................................
316. Carriage of heavy Grade for tanker less than 5000 dwt and more than 600 dwt
which do not comply with regulation 20 MARPOL Annex I
(1) Renewal or intermediate survey shall be carried in the presence of Department
surveyor. .....................................................................................................................................
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(2) Ship Accreditation Unit shall be notified 1 month prior to the survey being
carried out .................................................................................................................................
317. Exemption from adhering to the requirements of COLREG 1972
Exemption from adhering to the Requirements of International Regulation for
Preventing
of
Collision
at
Sea
1972
for
ships
with
the
length
(Length
Overall(LOA)) less than 100 meters

Ships for usage in specific operation are exempted from adhering to the
requirements of Rule 23 (a)(ii)* of Part C and Section 2 (i) (i)** of Annex I of
International Regulation for Preventing of Collision At Sea, 1972, provided that
the vertical distance between lights is not less than 1 meter ..................................
(* Rule 23 (a)(ii) of P art C

Rule 23 P ower-driven Vessels underway
(a) A power-driven vessel underway shall exhibit:
...
(ii) a second masthead light abaft of and higher than the forward one; except that
a vessel of less than 50 meters in length shall not be obliged to exhibit such
light but may do so;
...
** Section 2 (i) (i) of Annex I
2. Vertical positioning and spacing of lights
...
(i) When the Rules prescribe two or three lights to be carried in a vertical line, they
shall be spaced as follows:
(i) on a vessel of 20 metres in length or more such lights shall be spaced not less
than 2 metres apart, and the lowest of these lights shall, except where a towing
light is required, be placed at a height of not less than 4 m above the hull;
.... )
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D Others
401. List of Authorized Testing Application Service Providers (ASPs)..............................
(1) Ship Classification Malaysia Sdn Bhd
Managing Director
Ship Classification Malaysia Sdn Bhd
No.1A, Tingkat 1, Blok 4, Worldwide Business Park,
Jalan Karate 13/47, Seksyen 13,
40675, Shah Alam
Selangor
Tel: 03 5513 8170
Fax: 03 5513 8086
(2) Teknikkom Elektronik Sdn Bhd
N0.145C, 3rd Floor, Persiaran Pegaga,
Taman Bayu Perdana,
41200 Klang,
Selangor D.E
Tel: 03 3324 0313, 03 33241891
Fax: 03 3324 7462
Email:teknikkom@gmail.com
(3) Global Teamwork Sdn Bhd,
E3A-3, Jalan Selaman 1/2,
Dataran Palma Off Jalan Ampang,
68000 Ampang,
Selangor D.E
Tel: 03 4270 6470/1739/1740
Fax: 03 4270 6471
Email:razma@pd.jaring.my
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List of publications to be placed on board ships flying the Malaysian flag

Applicable national and International Legislation
A. National Legislation (All ships)
1. The Merchant Shipping Ordinance, 1952 as amended
B. Conventions (All ships)
1. International Convention for the Safety of Life at Sea, 1974 as amended (SOLAS 74
as amended)
2. Convention on the International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea 1972,
as amended.(COLREGS 72 as amended)
3. Protocol of 1978 relating to the international Convention for the Prevention of
Pollution from Ships, 1973 as amended, Annexes I, II and V (MARPOL 73/78 as
amended)
4. International Convention on Load Lines, 1966 (LL 1966)
5. International Convention on Standards of Training, Certification and Watch-keeping
for Seafarers, 1978 as amended (STCW 1978 as amended)
6. International Convention on Tonnage Measurement of Ships, 1969 (Tonnage 1969)
C. Regulations, Codes and Manuals
1. Radio Regulations (as defined in Regulation IV/2.1.11 SOLAS 74 as amended) or

the Convention on the International Telecommunication Union and the Regulations
thereto (all Ships)
2. International Medical Guide for ships (all Ships)
3. Recommendations on the Safe use of Pesticides in Ships (all ships)
4. Pocket Guide to cold Water Survival (all ships)
5. NAVTEX manual (all ships)
6. Merchant Ship Search and Rescue Manual (MERSAR Manual) (all ships)
7. IMO Search and Rescue Manual (IMOSAR Manual) (All ships)
8. International Safety NET Manual (all ships)
9. International maritime Dangerous Goods Code (for ships certified for the carriage of
Dangerous Goods)
10. Medical First Aid Guide for use in Accidents involving Dangerous Goods (for
ships certified for the carriage of Dangerous Goods)
11. Recommendation on the Safe Transport of Dangerous cargoes and related activities
in port areas (where applicable)
12. Code for Safe Practice for Cargo Stowage and Securing (where applicable)
13. Code for the construction and equipment of Ships carrying Liquefied Gases in Bulk
(where applicable)
14. International Code for the Construction and Equipment of Ships carrying Liquefied
Gases in Bulk (where applicable)
15. Gas Carrier Code for existing ships (where applicable)
16. Code for the Construction and Equipment of Ships carrying Dangerous Chemicals
in bulk (where applicable)
17. International Code for the Construction and equipment of ships carrying dangerous
chemicals in Bulk (where applicable)
18. Code for Safe Practice for Solid Bulk Cargoes (BC Code) (where applicable)
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19.
20.
21.
22.
International Grain Code (where applicable)

Code of Safe Practice for Ships Carrying Timber Deck Cargoes (where applicable)
Code of Safety for Dynamically Supported Craft (where applicable)
Code for the Construction and Equipment of Mobile Offshore Drilling units (where
applicable)
23. Code of Safety for High Speed Craft (where applicable)
List of circulars required to be on board Malaysian flag vessels

Circular
Copies of the circulars of the Malaysia Marine Department may be downloaded from
the Department's website at: http://www.marine.gov.my
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Checklist for Maltese flagged Ships
(for Owners)
MLT
Name of Ship :
Date

X
- : Not applicable
Satisfied
: To be confirmed

101. In case of transfer of class and/or change of flag, the initial approval from the
Malta Administration has been granted. ..............................................................................
102.
Issuance
of
the
Exemption
Certificate
regarding
Fixed
Fire
Extinguishing
Arrangement(FFEA): .................................................................................................................
(1) In case of the first issuance, an exemption certificate shall be issued upon the
written approval granted from the Administration by KR. .......................................
(2) In case of re-issuing(renewal) of the existing FFEA exemption certificate, an
exemption certificate shall be issued by KR. .................................................................
103. Multiple Load Line Certificate, if any, has been issued upon the prior approval
granted by the Administration. The set of certificates which are not associated
with the Load Line in use are to be placed in a sealed envelope and placed in the
Master's custody............................................................................................................................
B Change of flag
201. Ship's Carving and Marking (C&M) Note and Certificate of Survey which are
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essential documents to register have been completed and dispatched to the

Administration.................................................................................................................................
202. Carving and Marking Note has been signed and endorsed by the KR surveyor and
delivered to the Administration. ..............................................................................................
203. A survey equivalent to an annual survey has been carried out for both statutory
and classification items and in case where the survey is within the period of her
periodic survey, the periodic survey has been carried out..............................................
204. The SOPEP and the CSM(Cargo Securing Manual) to be submitted to KR Head
Office for re-approval to Maltese nationality and a short term certificate of IOPP
& SC valid for two(2) months has been issued. ..............................................................

301. The thorough examination and re-testing of Cargo Gear and Lifting Appliances
onboard has been carried out in every five(5) years.......................................................
302. Annual dry docking for passenger ships: ............................................................................

(1) A passenger ship over twenty (20) years of age has been dry-docked annually.
Extensions of only up to 3 months may only be granted after an in water
survey (I.W.S) has been carried out satisfactorily.........................................................
(2) A passenger ship under twenty (20) years of age, on a case by case basis, may
be granted an exemption from the annual dry-dock and instead have alternating
dry-docking/I.W.S arrangement............................................................................................
303. Portable Fire Extinguisher
(1) All portable fire extinguishers have been serviced annually and 5 yearly at an
approved shore-based servicing station. .........................................................................
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(2) All portable fire extinguishers have hydrostatic pressure test at intervals not
exceeding ten(10) years..........................................................................................................
- In case where the loss in pressure of a permanently pressurized portable fire
extinguisher exceeds 10% of the nominal pressure, then the portable fire
extinguisher has been hydrostatically pressure tested before being recharged...
(3) The following spare charges of portable fire extinguishers have been provided
on board the ship. ...................................................................................................................
a. For portable fire extinguishers of the same type capable of being recharged on
board;
Spare charges have been provided for 100% of the first 10 portable fire
extinguishers and for 50% of the remaining portable fire extinguishers. Not
more than a total of 60 spare charges need to be provided...................................
b. For portable fire extinguishers that cannot be recharged on board;

Additional portable fire extinguishers of the same quantity, type and capacity
have been provided for 100% of the first 10 portable fire extinguishers and for
50% of the remaining portable fire extinguishers........................................................
304. Fixed high pressure CO2 fire-extinguishing systems
(1) Every 3 months, the CO2 cylinders to be checked for proper stowage, alignment
of activating levers on each of the cylinders and tightness of securing/clamping
arrangements by ship's crew. Prior to entry into the CO2 cylinders bank room
all safety procedures have been adhered to.....................................................................
(2) Over a maximum period of 10 years at least 50% of the CO2 cylinders have
been tested by hydrostatic pressure at an approved shore-based servicing
station. Notwithstanding the aforementioned, occasional hydrostatic pressure
testing may be requested at the discretion of the attending Survey if there was
evidence to cause concern on the condition of the cylinders.....................................
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305. Fixed low pressure CO2 fire-extinguishing systems

(1) Annual examination of the bulk CO2 containment tank during statutory safety
equipment
surveys
has
been
carried
out
including
the
following
items:.............................................................................................................................................
- close examination of all pipe connections to the tank................................................

- where extensive corrosion of other evidence of deterioration exists, connecting
pipes or delivery pipes has been removed for examination and testing, as
necessary, to determine actual wall thickness..............................................................
- examination of selected areas of the tank shell under insulation to determine
shell condition, and if necessary, make use of appropriate means to ascertain
wall thickness..........................................................................................................................
- removal of insulation and examination of underlying steelwork in any area
where
there
is
evidence
of
corrosion
through
staining
or
other
signs............................................................................................................................................
(2) An internal examination has been conducted, if the examination reveals evidence
of deterioration in the pipework or tank shell. Provided that the inspection is
carried out annually and that records confirming satisfactory condition are readily
available, then bulk CO2 systems need only be inspected internally after a
maximum period of 20 years.................................................................................................
306. Fixed halon fire-extinguishing systems
(1) Over a maximum period of ten(10) years at least 50% of the halon bottles have
been
tested
by
hydraulic
pressure
at
an
approved
shore-based
servicing
station............................................................................................................................................
(2) In case where halon banking facilities are not available, halon cylinders are to be
subjected to thickness measurement in lieu of the hydrostatic pressure test. At
least 50% of the cylinders has been thickness measured over a maximum period
of ten(10) years..........................................................................................................................
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307. Fixed dry powder fire-extinguishing systems

Servicing has been carried out every two(2) years at an approved shore-based
servicing station. Testing of dry powder sample for moisture absorption has been
carried out at the same interval..............................................................................................
308. Sprinkler, fixed pressure water-spray and water-mist systems
Servicing has been conformed to instructions of the manufacturer............................
309. Fixed foam fire-extinguishing systems
Foam sample analysis has been carried out after a period of three(3) years and
thereafter has been carried out in every year at an approved independent/
manufacture's laboratory............................................................................................................
310. Cylinders for self-contained breathing apparatus(SCBA)
(1) A general examination of the Self Contained Breathing Apparatus, including
check for air cylinder pressure/leakage, has been carried out at fortnightly
intervals by the ship's crew. On ships provided with a recharging system for air
cylinders, a check for air quality has been carried out every 12 months at an
approved independent/manufacture's laboratory...............................................................
(2) Maintenance by the ship's crew has been carried out in accordance with the
manufacturer's instructions.....................................................................................................
(3) Hydrostatic pressure testing of cylinders of lightweight type has been carried out
at an approved shore-based servicing station at intervals and test pressure
stipulated by the manufacturer. Hydrostatic pressure testing of cylinders other
than of lightweight type has been carried out every five(5) years at an approved
shore-based servicing station at a test pressure of 1.5 times the working
pressure.........................................................................................................................................
(4) The following number of spare charges has been provided for each breathing
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apparatus.......................................................................................................................................
Ship Type
Cargo Ships without dedicated cylinder recharging facility
Spare Charges
2
Cargo Ships with dedicated cylinder recharging facility
Passenger Ships carrying less than 36 passengers
Passenger Ships carrying more than 36 passengers
At least 2
311. Cylinders for emergency escape breathing devices(EEBD)

(1) A general examination and check of cylinder pressure has been carried out every
three(3)
months
by
the
ship's
crew
and
records
of
checks
have
been
maintained.....................................................................................................................................
(2) Maintenance by the ship's crew has been carried out in accordance with the
manufacture's instructions......................................................................................................
(3) At least two(2) EEBDs have been provided on board ship........................................

312. Cylinders for survival craft self-contained air support system
(1) A general examination and check of cylinder pressure has been carried out at
fortnightly intervals by the ship's crew and records of checks has been
maintained....................................................................................................................................
(2) Hydrostatic pressure testing of cylinders of lightweight type has been carried out
at an approved shore-based servicing station at intervals and test pressure
stipulated by the manufacturer. Hydrostatic pressure testing of cylinders other
than of lightweight type has been carried out every five(5) years at an approved
shore-based servicing station at a test pressure of 1.5 times the working
pressure.........................................................................................................................................
313. Medical oxygen cylinders
(1) A general examination and check of cylinder pressure has been carried out every
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month by the ship's crew and records of checks has been maintained..............
(2) Hydrostatic pressure testing of cylinders has been carried out at an approved
shore-based servicing station at the intervals and test pressure stipulated by the
manufacturer................................................................................................................................
314. Cylinders for refrigerant gases and gases for burning equipment
The date stamp has been checked and ensured that not more than five(5) years
have elapsed since the last hydrostatic pressure test. For cylinders remaining
onboard, arrangements shall be made for the exchange of cylinders if more than
five(5) years have elapsed since their last hydrostatic pressure test.........................
315. Fire-extinguishing arrangement for paint lockers and flammable liquid lockers
(1) Paint lockers and flammable liquid lockers having a deck area of 4m2 or more
have been provided with a fire-extinguishing system enabling the crew to
extinguish a fire without entering the space. Installation arrangements may be
any one of the following arrangements:............................................................................
- a carbon dioxide system that is designed for 40% of the gross volume of the
space, or.....................................................................................................................................
3
- a dry-powder system that is designed for at least 0.5 powder/m , or............

-
water-spraying
system
that
is
designed
to
provide
supply
of
liters/m /minute........................................................................................................................
(2) Water spraying systems have been connected to the ship's main system...........
(3) Other systems than those mentioned above have been accepted by the
Administration if these are not less effective.................................................................
2
(4) Paint lockers and flammable liquid lockers having a deck area of less than 4m ,
portable CO2 or dry-powder fire extinguishers have been accepted in lieu of
fixed installations.......................................................................................................................
316. Examination, Repair and Testing of Launching Appliances and On-load release
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gear for Lifeboats and for Davit-launched liferafts, rescue boats and fast rescue
boat.
(1) Servicing and repair has been conducted by the manufacturer's representative or
person trained and certified by the Manufacturer..........................................................
(2) Servicing and repair has been conducted by an organization or person authorised
by a SOLAS Contracting Government in accordance with the provisions of
Paragraph 9 of Annex I of MSC.1/Circ.1206....................................................................
(3) Servicing and repair has been conducted by an organization or person nominated
by the Company.........................................................................................................................
(4) Servicing and repair has been conducted by an organization or person approved
by this Society............................................................................................................................
317. Servicing of the following inflatable liferafts has been carried out at intervals not
exceeding thirty(30) months at servicing stations that have been appointed for this
purpose by Viking Life Saving Equipment A/S. :............................................................
Liferaft Type
Liferaft Description
MED Certificate No.
6 DK+S30
6 person, throw overboard
MED-B3336
8 DK+S30
MED-B3337
10 DK+S30
MED-B3338
12 DK+S30
16 DK+S30

MED-B3339
MED-B3340
20 DK+S30
MED-B3341
25 DK+S30
MED-B3335
35 DK+S30
12 DKF+S30

12 person, davit-launched
MED-B3334
MED-B3342
16 DKF+S30
MED-B3344
20 DKF+S30
MED-B3343
25 DKF+S30
35 DKF+S30
MED-B3403
MED-B3404
318. Immersion suits

(1) Immersion suit has been provided to every person on board and the following
additional immersion suits have been provided.:............................................................
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- At least two(2) in the navigating bridge........................................................................

- At least two(2) in the engine room..................................................................................
- At least two(2) at workstations.
where the crew performs its normal duties(except watch keeping duties), if the
horizontal distance from the workstations to the stowage position of the
immersion suits is more than 100 meters.
(2) The monthly shipboard inspection of immersion suits has been carried out taking
into account the guidelines contained in MSC/Circ.1047..............................................
(3) The periodic testing of immersion suits has been carried out taking into account
the guidelines contained in MSC/Circ.1114.......................................................................
(4) Lifejackets required by SOLAS 74 Chapter III Regulation 7.2 have been retained
onboard regardless of the type of immersion suits provided......................................
319. Long-range identification and tracking of ships(LRIT)
(1) Owners of vessels operating under the Malta flag must ensure provision of
complianct shipborne equipment which is type approved by the Administration or
a recognized organizations acting on its behalf. ..........................................................
(2) When a ship transfers to the Malta flag, the conformance test will be conducted
as remaining valid if the testing ASP that conducted the conformance test is an
authorized testing ASP. Otherwise a new conformance test should be conducted.
.....................................................................................................................................................
(3) Authorized Testing ASPs
a. Collecte Localisation Satellites;
b. Fulcrum Maritime Solutions;
c. Morsviazputnik;
d. Pole Star Space Appliances;
e. Thrane & Thrane A/S; and
f. Transas Telematics Ltd.
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320. For ships constructed on or after 1 July 2002, two(2) independent GPS receivers
conforming to the performance standard set out in IMO Res.A.819(19), as amended
by resolution MSC.112(73) have been provide on board ship........................................
321. Requirement of radio officers of GMDSS ship
(1) Cargo ships
- Two(2) deck officers holding a recognised GMDSS GOC certificate, or.............
- One(1) dedicated radio officer holding a recognised GMDSS GOC certificate...
(2) Passenger ships
- Three(3) deck officers holding a recognised GMDSS GOC certificate, or .........
- Two(2) deck officers and one(1) dedicated radio officer holding a recognised
GMDSS GOC certificate, or................................................................................................
- One(1) deck officer and two(2) dedicated radio officers holding a recognised
GMDSS GOC certificate.......................................................................................................
322. Fall Preventer Devices(FPDs)
...........................................................................................
Fall Preventer Devices should be provided onboard all Maltese ships that are
equipped with lifeboat on-load release devices, not later than 1 January 2013.
Fall Preventer Devices shall remain in use until such time as the said devices
have undergone the necessary Design Review and Performance Test, and have
been either confirmed compliant with the relevant requirements of the revised
Life-Saving Appliances Code or replaced with compliant devices.
Replacement of non-compliant devices is to be effected by the first scheduled
dry-docking after 1 July 2014 and in any case by not later than 1 July 2019.
* Reference is being made to MSC Resolution 317(89), MSC Resolution
320(89), MSC.1/Circ.1392 and MSC.1/Circ.1327.
323. All valid Merchant Shipping Notices and Technical Notices are to be retained on
board all Maltese ships and made readily available to masters and officers. ........
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Checklist for Marshall Islands flagged Ships
(for Owners)
MHL
Name of Ship :
Date
X : Satisfied
- : Not applicable
: To be confirmed
Survey and Certification
101. Ships not expressly covered by the SOLAS Convention and ILL Convention
shall carry National Cargo Ship Document of Compliance. ........................
102. For 3 cases described below, KR can issue full-term initial exemption
certificate
without
administration's
permission.
But
in
this
case,
related
regulations from International Conventions should be stated clearly................
(1)
certain
tankships
of
less
than
40,000
deadweight
tons
from
the
requirement to be fitted with an Inert Gas System(IGS)

(2) ships that are constantly engaged on voyages in warm climates from the
requirement to carry immersion suits and/or TPAs
(3) vessels that carry only ore, coal, grain, unseasoned lumber, noncombustible cargoes, or low fire risk cargoes from the requirement to be
fitted with a cargo hold fixed fire extinguishing system.
Change of Flag
201. Survey for change of ship's nationality

Where ship owner and/or operator request, this Society shall issue following
statements to them......................................................................................
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1) Confirmation of classification certificate together with a copy of current interim

classification certificate.
2) A statement or affidavit indicating;
- all
conditions
of
classification,
outstanding
classification
recommendations
and/or outstanding deficiencies;

- all statutory certificates issued on behalf of the Administration
- current status of classification and statutory surveys
- if applied, any reason why a vessel is presently not fit to proceed to sea.
3) Additional information to be provided for a existing vessel-age of 15 years or older
- classification special survey, hull
- classification special survey,, machinery and electrical equipment
- classification drydocking survey or underwater examination in lieu of drydocking
- Load line survey
- safety construction survey
- safety radio survey
- safety equipment survey
- IOPP survey
Instruction for Survey
301. Acceptance of Equipments

Safety equipments, other materials or equipments, approved by the government
or IACS classification authorized from the Administration...............................
302. Passenger Vessels-Underwater examination of hull in lieu of drydocking

1) Operators of Marshall vessels should make the request to perform an
underwater examination in lieu of drydocking directly to this Society. this
Society
will
evaluate
the
request
and,
after
considering
all
relevant
information, make a recommendation to the Administration......................
2) All Passenger Ship:

The Administration recognizes the examination of passenger ships in dry-dock
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at least twice during any five (5) year period. The interval between the dry-dock
examinations shall not exceed three (3) years. Requests for more than two (2)
consecutive underwater examinations in lieu of dry-docking will not be
considered............................................................................................
3) Passenger Ships Less than 15 Years of Age

For passenger ships of 15 years of age or less, other than Ro-Ro passenger
ships, the Administration may consider applications to permit one external hull
examination in dry-dock during any five (5) year period.
In such cases, the
dry-dock examinations shall be scheduled so that the interval between

dry-dockings does not exceed five (5) years. It shall be additionally confirmed
that there are no outstanding Conditions of Class, Recommendations, or
Memoranda in relation to the ship's structure or hull....................................
4) Passenger Ships Greater than 15 Years of Age

Passenger ships of 15 years of age and over must carry out the external hull
examination in dry-dock at least every other year. Underwater examinations in
lieu of dry-dockings for the alternate years may be requested in accordance with
the procedures described above...............................................................
303. Instruction relating to SOLAS

1) Requirement for radio officers of GMDSS ship
- Where a radio maintainer is not on board
At least two deck officers should be qualified for GOC, and one of the two
should
also
be
designated
to
have
primary
responsibility
for
radiocommunications during distress incidents. This ship should be complied

with the duplication of equipment and shore based maintenance.............
- Where the two deck officer with qualification of GOC are not on board
A dedicated radio maintainer who is qualified for a 1st REC or a 2nd REC
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of GMDSS and
a radio maintenance certificate should be on board. This
case, the ship should be complied with the duplication of equipment or

shore based maintenance......................................................................
2) GMDSS Radio Records Retention

At
the
termination
semi-annually,
operator.
the
of
each
logs
shall
voyage,
be
or
forwarded
not
to
less
the
frequently
shipowner
than
and/or
All such logs shall be retained for a period of at least two (2)
years from the date of receipt.
In the event of a casualty occurring during
a voyage covered by such log books, they shall be retained for so long as
instructed by the Maritime Administrator..................................................
3) Maintenance of Inflatable liferafts and lifejackets

- A liferaft service station should maintain the raft in accordance with the
IMO Res. A.761(18) and a suspension test with 10% overload for davit
launching appliances for a liferaft should be carried out at every second
inspection............................................................................................
- Liferafts provided at ship's bow/ stern may be stowed in protected

positions provided they are readily available at all times. Particular care
should be given to their accessibility when deck cargoes are carried.
Consideration should also be given to facilitate launching.......................
4) Fire extinguishing requirements for paint and flammable liquid lockers.......

- Requirements fire extinguishers (Refer to below table)
- Portable fire extinguisher: maximum fully charged weight of 23kg (50.7lb)
and minimum weights of CO2 extinguisher is 6.8kg (15lb) and of Dry
Chemical is 4.5kg (10lb). ..................................................................
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construction of ship
Constructed before
1992.2.1
Constructed
between 1992.2.1
and 1998.2.1
Constructed on or
after 1998.2.1
deck area of a locker
fire extinguisher
10 or less

the space
between 10-20
two portable fire extinguisher

the space
greater than 20
10 or less
greater than 10

the space
4 or less

the space
greater than 4
- Fixed extinguishing system

CO2 extinguisher : at least 40% of the space gross volume................
Dry Chemical : at least 0.5kg/cubic meter of space gross volume.......
Water Spray: at least 5 liter/square meter of deck area.......................
304. Maintenance and Inspection of Fire-Protection Systems and Appliances

1) Fixed CO2 and Halon system
- Every two years the contents of the cylinders are verified by weight or
isotropic measurement as part of the SOLAS Safety Equipment survey....
- Weight scales may be used to verify cylinder contents and recharging is
required if the loss in charge is 10 percent or more..............................
- All fixed CO2 and Halon cylinders must be hydrostatically tested as follows:
after each 20 years of service,.............................................................
prior to recharging a discharged cylinder or..........................................
when visual inspection reveals a potential defect...................................
- Hydrostatic test dates must be stamped on the cylinders. Hydrostatic
testing must be performed by a authorized servicing facility which has been
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certified by a government agency or recognized classification society, and

by extinguisher manufacturer to perform this type of work.
The facility
must be acceptable to the attending classification society surveyor.
The
same facility should recharge the cylinders after testing to demonstrate

serviceability........................................................................................
2) Portable Fire Extinguishers.

- Annual Inspection/Service.
All portable fire extinguishers should be subject to periodical inspections in
accordance with the manufacturer's instructions. Service and inspection
when not carried out by an authorized service facility should only be
undertaken by, or under the supervision of, a person with demonstrable
competence, based on the inspection table of the Resolution A.951(23). All
portable fire extinguishers should be serviced at intervals not exceeding one
(1) year unless they are required more frequently by the manufacturer.....
- Two-year Inspection/Service.
Every two (2) years, portable fire extinguishers shall be checked by an
authorized service facility acceptable to the vessel's Classification Society...
- Five-year Inspection/Service.
At least one (1) extinguisher of each type manufactured in the same year
and kept on board a ship should be test discharged at five (5) year
intervals (as part of a fire drill)..............................................................
- Ten-year Inspection/Service.
All
fire
extinguishers
together
with
propellant
cartridges
should
be
hydrostatically tested in accordance with the recognized standard or the

manufacturer's
instruction
at
intervals
not
exceeding
ten
years.
The
hydrostatic test date must be permanently and clearly marked on the bottles.....
- Spare Charges, Additional Fire Extinguishers, and Refilling of Extinguishers.

For fire extinguishers of the same type, capable of being recharged on
100% for the first 10 extinguishers and 50% for the remaining extinguishers but
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not more than 60 (fractions to be rounded off to next whole number).....

For extinguishers which cannot be recharged by the crew, additional
portable fire extinguishers of the same quantity, type, capacity and number
as determined in paragraph a above should be provided in lieu of spare
charge.................................................................................................
- Instructions for recharging the extinguishers should be carried on board....
- The Number and arrangement of Portable Fire Extinguishers.

Vessels constructed on or after 1 January 2009 should use the table shown
in
MSC.1/Circ.1275
as
reference
for
determining
the
number
and
arrangement of portable fire extinguishers in accommodation spaces, service

spaces, control spaces, control stations, machinery spaces of category A,
other machinery spaces, cargo spaces, weather decks and other spaces
onboard ships. Vessels which may not comply with the above should be
brought
into
compliance
by
the
first
renewal
or
intermediate
Safety
Equipment survey coming after 1 November 2011..................................
3) Fixed Foam System.

The first periodical control of foam concentrates (except for protein-based
alcohol resistant foam concentrates) should be performed not more than
three (3) years after being supplied to the ship, and after that, every year.
These
tests
laboratories
should
or
be
authorized
performed
by
the
shipowner
service suppliers deemed
or
operator
via
acceptable to
the
Classification Society...............................................................................
4) Fixed Dry Chemical Powder Fire-Extinguishing System.

- Such system is to be serviced and tested by an approved service supplier
in accordance with the Manufacturers requirements and to the satisfaction of
the attending Surveyor(s). Particular attention is to be paid to the condition
of the powder for any sign of moisture ingress and that its properties remain
as per type approval...............................................................................
- The attending Surveyor(s) are to perform a general examination of the
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distribution
piping
and
installation
of
the
dry
chemical
powder
fire-
extinguishing system to confirm that the system has not been modified from
its original installation, at each annual, periodical, renewal survey. Part of
such verification should include also the following minimum requirements:
a) The piping distribution system is to be blown through with Nitrogen
(N2) or dry air to ensure it is free of any obstruction. The nozzles, if
any, are to be removed to ensure that they are free and not blocked
during the blow-through operation...................................................
b) Operational test of local and remote controls and section valves......
c) The contents verification of propellant gas cylinders containing Nitrogen

(N2) including remote operating stations is to be confirmed..............
d) Flexible discharge hoses are to be inspected to confirm that they are

maintained in good condition and have not perished, especially when
located on open decks. In case of any doubt the hoses are to be
subjected to a full working pressure test..........................................
e) The dry chemical powder containment tank and its associate safety valves
are to be inspected for signs of corrosion or deterioration which may
affect the safety of the system. In case of any doubt the tank is to be
tested and safety valve set points adjusted and confirmed at the shop..
- N2 high pressure cylinders shall be subjected to periodical tests at

intervals as IMO recommends for CO2 cylinders, in paragraph 6.1.2 of
MSC.1/Circ.1318.................................................................................
5) Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA).

- Hydrostatic testing of SCBA cylinders shall be carried out once every five
years. The hydrostatic test date must be permanently marked on the
bottles. Intervals for hydrostatically testing cylinders of the ultra lightweight
type may vary and will depend upon the requirements of the cylinder
manufacturer
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and
the vessels
classification society.
Servicing
of
the
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cylinders must be performed to the satisfaction of the classification society

surveyor.............................................................................................
- Two spare charges suitable for use with the breathing apparatus should be
provided for each required apparatus....................................................
- If passenger ships carrying not more than 36 passengers and cargo ships
are equipped with suitably located means for fully recharging the air
cylinders free from contamination, only one spare charge is required for
each required apparatus.......................................................................
5) EEBD on Cargo Ships

- Accommodation Space: 2EA........................................................
- Machinery Spaces:
a. Minimum of two(2) EEBDs should be located on each level of
the machinery space along with the escape routes.(People are
likely
to
be
employed)
(Only
those
control
spaces
and
workshops that are remotely located from the machinery space

escape
routes
need
be
provided
one(1)
EEBD
in
addition.)............................................................................
Or b. If a machinery space contains an enclosed primary escape trunk
having a door at each level, one(1) EEBD need be located on
each level..........................................................................
6) Lifesaving Appliance Falls

-
Falls
used
for
launching
lifesavings
appliances
shall
be
inspected
periodically with special regard for areas passing through sheaves, and
renewed when necessary due to deterioration of the falls or at intervals of
not more than five (5) years, whichever is the earlier.
The intermediate
turning of the falls end for end is no longer required............................
Ex.) Bulldog Grip
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7) Marking of Stowage Location of Equipment and Arrangements

- Marking of all life saving, fire fighting equipment and arrangements shall
correspond to the symbols illustrated in the respective plan(s). The
marking, if not of a photoluminescent type, shall be at least in like color
to that shown in the plan(s)........................................................................
305. Instruction relating to MARPOL

1) Supply vessel carrying Fuel
Requirements of MARPOL 73/78 Annex I Reg. 2 (2) do not apply to
off-shore supply vessel carrying 200 M fuel and above..........................
2) Oil Record Book Guidelines :

The Administration requests to use Official Oil Record Book.........................
306. Instruction relating to ILO Convention

In as much as the Marshall Islands is not a member of the International Labor
Organization(ILO), vessels registered in the Marshall Islands are not required to
satisfy any ILO conventions. However, Documents of Compliance which certify
that shipboard accommodations comply with either ILO Convention No.92 or
No.133 may be issued, at the request of a vessel owner or operator, upon
satisfactory completion of the necessary plan review and shipboard surveys..
Others
401. Instruction relating to other Conventions

1) Names, Numbers and Markings on Marshall Is. Vessels
- Every Marshall Is. Vessel shall have her name upon bow and stern. The
home port of the vessel shall also be marked upon the stern. These names
shall be painted or gilded upon beaded or cast Roman letters in light color
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on a dark background, or in a dark color on a light background,

permanently affixed and distinctly visible. The smallest letters used shall not
be less than four inches in size............................................................
- Each vessel of Marshall Is, in addition to having her name painted on her
stern, shall have the name conspicuously placed in distinct, plain letters of
not less than six inches in length on each outer side of the pilot
house..................................................................................................
- The designated number (ship's official number) of each vessel shall be

marked permanently on her main beam. ..............................................
- The draft of vessel shall be marked upon the stem and stern post, in
English feet or in decimeters, in Arabic numerals. The bottom of each
numeral shall indicate the draft to that line. ..........................................
2) Carriage of Grain
The vessel and barge of 200 G/T and above shall be issued " official grain
loading certificate" by authorized Classification Society............................
3) List of Application Service Provider for LRIT ...........................................

TRANSAS Telematics Limited
Email: info@transastelematics.com
(T) +44 (0) 23 8045 8544
(F) +44 (0) 23 8045 8733
Pole Star Space Applications Limited
Email: shipinfo@lrit.com
(T) +44 (0)20 7313 7400
(F) +44 (0)20 7313 7401
Fulcrum Maritime Systems Limited

Email: enquiries@fulcrum-maritime.com
(T) +44 (0) 1708 788400
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(F) +44 (0) 1708 788402

4) Medical Care on-board ship and ashore : Medical Chest, Record keeping
and Responsibilities an Training for Medical Care.....................................

- For the Detailed instruction from the Administration, Please refer to the
Marine Notice No.7-042-1 issued by Marshall Islands Administration.
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Checklist for Panamanian flagged Ships
(for Owners)
Name of Ship :
PAN
Date

X
- : Not applicable
Satisfied
: To be confirmed
-

101. Exemption Cert .............................................................................................................................
- A request for an Exemption Certificate shall be sent to the Segumar Panama Office
by the ship owner/operator or legal representative.
- The request must be made for each individual ship separately and must include the
following:
Copy of the Registry Certificate (Patente)
Copy of the relevant full term statutory certificate and its attached forms and/or
supplements
Application for exemption Certificate properly filled out
- Panama Administration authorizes KR to issuance of an Interim Exemption Certificate
with a validity which shall not exceed thirty days as long as the exemption to be
issued is a renewal of the previous exemption certificate and conditions for this
exemption remain the same.
- In cases where the Exemption Certificate is requested for the first time, the issuance
of the Exemption Certificate is of complete prerogative of Panama Administration;
that means that in this case KR can not issue an Interim Exemption Certificate prior
to the Administration's approval. The purpose of this Interim Exemption Certificate is
to facilitate the process of the issuance of the Full Exemption Certificate, term in
which the interested party must apply for the Full Exemption Certificate immediately.
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102. Conditional Cert ............................................................................................................................

- In cases where KR determines that the condition of a ship or its equipment does not
comply with the requirements of an International Convention, Panama Administration
may authorize KR which has issued the vessel's statutory certificate, to issue a
Conditional or Short Term Certificate, provided that the ship is fit to proceed to sea
without harm to the ship, persons on
board, or without presenting unreasonable
threat of harm to the marine environment, allowing the vessel to proceed to a port
where the necessary repairs may be carried out. If such corrective action is not
taken before the expiration date of the Conditional Certificate, the Certificate shall be
withdrawn and the Administration shall be notified immediately.
- The request for authorization to issue Conditional Certificate shall be sent to the
Segumar Panama Office by KR. Under no circumstances the Conditional Certificate
shall be issued without the previous authorization of Segumar Panama Office.
- The request must be made for each individual ship separately and must include:
Copy of the Registry Certificate (Patente)
Reasons to issue a conditional/Short term Certificate
Copy of the current statutory certificate, available onboard, relevant to the
conditional certificate
- RO could issue a Conditional Safety Equipment Certificate with a validity of Three(3)
Months without previous authorization from PMA, which is subject to there is a
evidence that the ASP has initiated the conformance test. Verified confirmation letter
from ASP shall be attached on the Conditional SE Certificate
103. Immersion suit and thermal protective aid may be exempted if vessels limit their
trade or operations within the latitudes of 32 degree North and 32 degree South.
The Exemption may be permitted by the Administration on a case by case
basis...................................................................................................................................................
B Instruction for Survey

201.
Outside
Ship's
Bottom
inspection
and
Dry
docking
Interface
Periods
for
Panamanian Flagged Vessels

1) Cargo ships of 500 Gross Tonnage and above:
a) Cargo ships of 500 Gross Tonnage and above, all ship's in possession of a
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Cargo
Ship
Safety
Construction
Certificate
requires
minimum
of
two
inspections of the outside ships bottom during any five year period of validity
of the relevant certificate......................................................................................................
b) One such inspection shall be carried out on or after the fourth annual survey in
conjunction with the renewal of the Cargo Ship Safety Construction Certificate.
Where the Cargo Ship Safety Construction Certificate has been extended under
SOLAS as amended, regulation I/14(e) or (f), this (5) five-year period (60
months) may be extended to coincide with the validity of the certificate. In all
cases the interval between any two such inspections should not exceed 36
months. ......................................................................................................................................
c) Inspections of the outside of the ships bottom should normally be carried out
with the ship in a dry dock. However, consideration may be given to alternate
inspections being carried out with the ship afloat. Special consideration should
be given before to ships of 15 years age and over others than bulk carriers and
oil tankers in order to permit such surveys afloat, (prior authorization by the
Segumar Panama Technical office). .................................................................................
d) Inspection of the outside of the ships bottom of bulk carriers and oil tankers of
15 years of age and over should be carried out with the ship in dry dock......
e) For oil tankers and bulk carriers less than 15 years of age, alternate inspections
of the ship's bottom not conducted in conjunction with the renewal survey may
be carried out with the ship afloat....................................................................................
2) Cargo ships of less than 500 Gross Tonnage:
a) Irrespective of the navigation area, Cargo ships of less than 500 Gross Tonnage
shall be subject to a minimum of two outside ships bottom inspections during
any five year period(Validity of ILL Cert.). ..................................................................
b) The required inspections of the ships bottom for the renewal surveys of the
Cargo Ship Safety Certificate could be carried out with the ship afloat.
Prior authorization from this Administration to be granted by the Panama
Segumar Office is necessary to complete an alternate inspection with the ship
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afloat. .......................................................................................................................................
3) Passenger ships:
a) Irrespective of the navigation area passenger ships shall be subject to two
outside ships bottom inspection with the ship in a dry dock in a five (5) year
period(Validity of ILL Cert.). In all cases the period of time between these two
bottom inspections in dry dock shall not exceed 36 months....................................
b) The remaining bottom surveys of these ships can be carried out as underwater
surveys. Consecutive underwater surveys will be allowed for these ships.........
c) The required inspections of the ships bottom for the renewal surveys of the
Passenger Ship Safety Certificate can be carried out with the ship afloat.........
d) Inspections with the ship afloat should only be carried out when the conditions
are satisfactory and the proper equipment and suitably trained staff is available,
and previous authorization has been issued by this Administration through the
Panama
Segumar
Office
for
passenger
ships
of
15
years
of
age
and
over...............................................................................................................................................
e) Operators of Panamanian Passenger ships will make the request for underwater
survey in lieu of dry dock directly to the ships Recognized Organization. The
Recognized Organization will evaluate the request and, after considering all
relevant information, make a recommendation to this office. If the request is
approved, the underwater examinations will be performed according to the
Recognized Organization procedures, by personnel of companies certified by the
Recognized Organization to do these surveys and to the satisfaction of the
attending surveyor. ................................................................................................................
4) Fishing vessels of 24 meters in length and above:
Irrespective of the navigation area shall be subject to a minimum of two
inspection
of the outside ships bottom during any five year period. The five
year period is defined by the Fishing Vessels Safety Certificate. ....................
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5) Fishing vessels of less than 24 meters in length :

Irrespective of the navigation area this group of ships shall be subject to a
minimum of two inspection of the ships outside during any six year period. .......
6) Vessels operating Exclusively on Panamanian Jurisdictional Waters:
For every vessel with an International Register Certificate, operating exclusively
within jurisdictional waters of the Republic of Panama, and regardless of service
and tonnage, the two (2) inspections of the outside of the ships bottom, during any
five (5) year period, shall be carried out with the ship in dry dock. .........................
7) Unscheduled Dry-Docking Survey:
Dry docking for emergency repairs after a damage of the ship or any other fortuity
circumstances will not be taken as one of the dock attendance specified in this
circular if the ship does not carry out the equivalents surveys according to the
International Standards, Requirements of the Flag or the Recognized Organization
acting on their behalf. The Administration may require the supervision of a Flag
State Surveyor if necessary by written order of the General Director of Merchant
Marine. ...............................................................................................................................................
202. Instructions relating to SOLAS

1) Maximum Lowering Speed for Lifeboats:
As related to IMO Resolution A.521(13),
the PMA has established 1.3 meters/sec. as the maximum lowering speed for
lifeboats. ..........................................................................................................................................
2) GMDSS Radio Qualified Personnel on board Panamanian Flag Vessels :
- In case of Duplication of equipment and Shore based maintenance (A2 above) :
minimum of two (2) Watchstanding Deck Officers with GOC or one (1)
Dedicated Radio Officer with GOC ....................................................................................
- In case of At-sea electronic maintenance capability : a+b or a+c below .............

a. one(1) GMDSS Radio Electronic (1st or 2nd Class)
b. In case of above person holding REC is designated as the "Radio Officer" and
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do radio operator's duties, at least one (1) Watchstanding Deck Officers with
GOC or ROC
c. In case of the person holding REC is not designated as the "Radio Officer"
and do not radio operator's duties (holding REC certificate but is not listed as
"Radio Officer" or "Radio Operator", at lest two (2) Watchstanding Deck
Officers with GOC or ROC.
3) Guideline for the maintenance and inspection of fire-protection systems and
appliances
- Maintenance and inspection of fire-protection systems and appliaces in accordance
with MMC-226............................................................................................................................
4) Launching Test for Lifeboat and Rescue Boat

The launching test at 5 Knots in calm water required in SOLAS Chapter III
Regulation 17.3 and 33.2 is a requirement for all vessels to which the chapter
applies, even if they are sister ships.
In the case of ships, whose keels were laid
or which were at similar stage of construction on or after 1 July 1998 and had not
carried out this test, they have to performed the required test until the next
dry-docking period but not later than 1 July 2004. .........................................................
5) Immersion Suits
- New cargo ships constructed after 1 July 2006 and existing cargo ships no later
than the first safety equipment survey on or after 1 July 2006 shall carry
immersion suits for every person onboard th ship..............................................................
- Navigation Bridge, Engine Room, and any other places onboard the ship that in
accordance with the type of ship, should be considered as a permanent working
place: Two(2) Immersion Suits...................................................................................................
- Immersion suits should be kept in the crew cabins along with life jackets...............
- For cargo vessels less than 85 meters in length other than oil tankers, chemical
tankers and gas carriers operating above 32 North and 32 South latitudes,
where
only
life
rafts
are
carried
in
accordance
with
SOLAS,
Chapter
Regulation 31.1.3, all persons are to be provided with immersion suits ....................
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- A ship other than bulk carrier as defined in regulation 1/IX of SOLAS 1974, as
amended, which is constantly engaged on voyages in Warm Climates, between
Latitude 32 degrees North and 32 degrees South, may be exempted from the said
requirements ....................................................................................................................................
- The Monthly inspection and the periodic testing of the Immersion Suit must be
carried out in accordance with the guidelines approved by the International
Maritime Organization(IMO). .....................................................................................................
6) Proceduere for Approval as Service Provider for Life-saving Equipments of
Panamanian Flagged Ship;
.1 Proceduere for Approval as Service Provider for Life-boat, Davit, On-load release
gear.
-Periodical inspection or Maintenance for Life-boat, Davit, On-load release gear
shall be
carried out by manufacturer or Service Provider which is
approved by manufacturer or Administration in accordance with the SOLAS

Chap. III Reg.20.11,MSC.Circ.1206 and MSC.Circ.1277.
As above, it should be confirmed whether service provider is approved from
manufacturer(or Administration) or not. In case of inspection or maintenance by
service provider which is not approved by manufacturer or Administration, the
service provider should be approved by Administration for the inspection(Vessel) on
case by case basis before inspection or maintenance........................................
.2 Proceduere for Approval as Service Provider for inflatable Liferaft.

-Periodical inspection or Maintenance for Inflatable liferaft shall be carried out by
manufacturer or Service Provider which is approved by manufacturer or Administration
in accordance with the SOLAS Chap. III Reg.20.8 and Res.A.761(18).
In addition, Periodical inspection or Maintenance for Inflatable liferaft shall be carried
out by the service providers which are approved by Recognized Organization that they
are qualified in these operations for each make and type of equipment for which they
provide the service..........................................................................................
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7) Extension of service interval for the Viking Liferaft Type S30

- Panama Maritime Authority allowed to extend service intervals below different
types of Viking Liferaft S30.......................................................................................................
6 DK + S30
20 DK + S30
23 DKF + S30
8 DK + S30
25 DK + S30
16 DKF + S30
10 DK + S30
35 DK + S30
20 DKF + S30
12 DK + S30
50 DKS + S30
25 DKF + S30
16 DK + S30
100 DKS + S30
35 DKF + S30
8) Bridge Navigational Watch Alarm System (BNWAS)
.1 The exemption from the required performance standards for BNWAS installed
prior to 1 July 2011
-In cases where a BNWAS installed prior 1 July 2011 and the type approval
certificate is not in compliance with the MSC. 128 (75), the Administration may
request to the Recognized Organization, as long as the minimum requirements of
MSC. 128(75) listed in the checklist are fulfilled, to provide their recommendation
to this Administration for the issuance of the exemption.
The checklist along with the recommendation shall be attached to the application
to this Administration for the exemption certificate.....................................................
.2 The exemption from the required performance standards for BNWAS installed on
or after 1 July 2011

-In case of BNWAS installed on or after 1 July 2011, exemption of partial from
performance standards can be applied based on SOLAS99/00 Amend Reg.V/3
(Recording BNWAS alarms to VDR).......................................................................
- Procedures for application of exemption

Fill out the Application form for exemption certificate on the subject vessel.
Request a recommendation to KR Convention & Legislation Service Team :
kr-clt@krs.co.kr)
Apply the Exemption certificate to SEGUMAR office with related document
including KR's recommendation via E-mail.
The exemption certificate will be issued by PMA(Charge for exemption will be
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occurred)
- Documents to be submitted
Application form(Provided by the Administration), KR's recommendation, Ship's
particular, copy of S/E certificate, related plans(bridge consol arrangement
etc.),specitication of BNWAS etc)
9) Lifeboat Release and Retrieval System
.1 All types of existing lifeboat on-load release and retrieval systems design shall
be reviewed, and the performance test witnessed by an Administration or by a
Recognized Organization before 1 July 2013 in accordance with MSC.1Circ.1392.
Failing to do so, shall result into the release and retrieval system to be considered
as non-compliant and required to be replaced by a new lifeboat release and
retrieval system, within the dates above mentioned (after the first scheduled
drydocking after 1 July 2014 but no later than 1 July 2019).
Existing ships fitted with off-load only release systems do not need to go
through the evaluation process or replacement.
This Administration will accept the results of evaluations carried out by other
Administrations on types of existing lifeboat release and retrieval systems (as
per information released on GISIS data base).
The Manufacturer, see definition in MSC.1/Circ.1392, needs to submit to an
Administration, for evaluation, the types of existing on-load release and retrieval
systems for which he is responsible,before 1 July 2013.
If the lifeboat on-load release and retrieval system is deemed non-compliant
after evaluation, the Manufacturer has the option to modify and re-submit for
evaluation. If the modification is approved,all ships continuing to use that type
of
lifeboat
on-load
release
and
retrieval
system
shall
be
modified
in
accordance to the specifications approved.

Ship owners/operators should confirm with their manufacturers, that the type of
lifeboat on-load release and retrieval system has been submitted for evaluation
and be aware if it has been found compliant, non compliant or capable of
being modified.
Fall Preventer Devices (FPDs) should be employed as an interim risk mitigation
measure for each existing lifeboat release and retrieval system until the system
meets any of the requirements stated in the MSC.1/Circ.1392, Paragraph 6.1 to
6.5; and at the masters discretion.
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.2 The one-time follow up overhaul examination shall be carried out, on board in

accordance with MSC.1/Circ.1392, by the Manufacturer or by one of their
representatives.
.3 The Owners/Operators shall ensure that the extent of wear, corrosion,erosion
and any material degradation is verified, addressed, and a factual statement is
issued by the Manufacturer to confirm this. This statement shall be retained on
board.
.4.Taking into account MSC.1/Circ.1393 on early implementation of the new SOLAS
regulation III/1.5, this Administration highly recommends all parties concerned to
take the appropriate actions, at the earliest opportunity...................................
10) The mandatory application of MSC.1/Circ.1275

.1 MSC.1/Circ.1275 shall be applied to the Panamanian flagged ships as belows;
For ships contracted for construction on or after 15 April 2009
For ships contracted for construction before 15 April 2009: not later than the
first renewal or intermediate survey of Safety Equipment certificate after 15
July 2011
.2 MSC.1/Circ.1275 shall be applied to applicable Panamanian flagged ships
according to either way described below.........................................................
-Approval of Fire control plan reflecting MSC.1/Circ.1275

For the mandatory application of MSC.1/Circ.1275, three new sheets of Fire
Control Plan reflecting MSC.1/Circ.1275 shall be sent to Machinery Team 2 of
Head Office for drawing approval.
After receiving approved Fire Control Plan from KR, the ship owners/operator
are requested to apply MSC.1/Circ.1275 by providing appropriate portable fire
extinguishers in each space based on approved Fire Control Plan reflected
requirements of MSC.1/Circ.1275.
The additional Fire Control Plans which are to be supplied onboard shall be
replaced with the duplicate of newly approved fire control and endorsed or
signed by KR field surveyors during the periodical survey..............................
- Application of technical review for applying MSC.1/Circ.1275

When applying the technical review, updated fire control plan(Electrical File is
acceptable) should be sent to Machinery Team 2,otherwise initially endorsed
Fire control Plan (out dated) kept in Machinery Team 2 can be used for
technical review for a p p lyin g MSC.1/Circ.1275.
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After thorough technical review, the result of review on Fire Control Plan for
MSC.1/Circ.1275 will be sent to applicants as an official document, after that
MSC.1/Circ.1275 should be applied according to the technical review with the
correction of fire control plan kept onboard.
The result of technical review should be submitted to field surveyor as an
evidence for verifying the application of MSC.1/Circ.1275 onboard, and fire
control plan should be endorsed or signed by surveyors ..............................
11) Application of the exemption certificate on Screw-down valve

.1 Panama Maritime Authority (PMA) recently notified that the exemption
certificate shall e required to the Panamanian flagged ships which are
fitted butterfly valves in lieu of screw down valve on the pipe pierced
collision bulkhead.
.2 In this regard, the ship owner of Panamanian flagged ships which are
constructed on or after 1st January 2009 and fitted butterfly valves in
lieu of screw down on collision bulkhead shall apply the exemption
certificate
on
the
screw-down
valve
according
to
the
procedure
below..............................................................................................................
- Procedure for the application of exemption

Request a Recommendation on the exemption of screw-down valve to
KR Convention & Legislation Service Team via kr-clt@krs.co.kr with the
relevant certificate for the butterfly valve verified and approved by KR.
Send all related documents including KR's recommendation to Panama
Seoul Office via segumarkorea@gmail.com (P.I.C: David Bernard)
Exemption certificate will be issued(exemption fee will be required)
- Documents to be submitted
Application for exemption Certificate properly filled out
KR's Recommendation letter
Copy
of the relevant full term
statutory
certificate(Cargo
Ship
Safety
Construction Certificate) and its attached forms.

If the Full term is not available please attached and email or letter(Statement
Of Compliance)from CLASS of the projected validity expire date of the
relevant certificate.
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Copy of the Registry Certificate
203. Instructions relating to MARPOL

1) Issuance of Statement of Compliance in case of TOC or Change of owner (CAS).
- If the ship is transferred to a RO other than the one that submitted the CAS Final
Report which was reviewed and accepted for the issuance of the Statement of
Compliance, PMA may consider and declare that the Statement of Compliance of a
ship remains valid and in full force and effect. ...................................................................
- If the ship is operated by a company other than the one operating the ship at the
time of the completion of the CAS Survey, PMA may consider and declare that the
Statement of Compliance of a ship remains valid and in full force and effect. .......
2) Vessel changing flag (CAS)
If a ship with a valid Statement of Compliance is transferred to the Registry of
Panama, PMA may issue a new Statement of Compliance based on the Statement of
Compliance issued by the previous registry............................................................................
3) Panama require the use of the new amended Oil Record Book and Cargo Record
Book (including to Chemical vessel) as result of the revised Annex I & II, effective
on January 1, 2007. Panama flagged vessels shall carry up-to-dated version of Oil
Record Book / Emission. Nevertheless, vessels which have on board previous edition
can carry out the corrections by pasting the new instructions with the corrections in
the old versionto bring it up to date according to new regulation.................................
204. Instruction relating to Other Convention
1) Panama requires anchor lights and NUC (not under command) lights to be of
duplex electric type for ships ordered to be built before 1 January 1985 but keel laid
after 1st January 1985 and for ships ordered after 1 January 1985. ............................
2) First Aid Kit
The PMA follows the recommendations of the World Health Organization in the
International
Medical
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Guide
for
Ships
on
medical
subjects.
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is
strongly
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recommended that there should be 1 kit available in Deck Officer and Engine room.
..............................................................................................................................................................
C Others
301. The Dry Docking periods for the Panamanian Flag registered vessels, which are as
follows:
1) Cargo vessels of less than 500 Gross Tonnage irrespective of the navigation
area shall be subject to a minimum of two inspection of the ship's bottom
during any five year period. ...............................................................................................
2) Fishing ships of 24 meters in length and above irrespective of the navigation
area shall be subject to a minimum of two inspection of the ship's bottom
during any five year period. ...............................................................................................
3) List of Application Service Provider for LRIT .............................................................
ABSOLUTE MARITIME TRACKING SERVICES, INC

Email : : activations@panama-lrit.com
(T) +507 301-5748 (24 x 7)
(F) +507 301-5749
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Checklist for Singapore flagged Ships
(for Owners)
Name of Ship :
SGP
Date

X
- : Not applicable
Satisfied
: To be confirmed
A Survey and certification

101. Extension of certificates ....................................................................................
Extension of the validity of any statutory certificate may be extended in accordance
with the relevant regulation of international conventions. Such extension shall be
approved by MPA (Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore).
102. Exemption ........................................................................................................

Unless specifically mentioned otherwise in the regulations or directives issued by the
Director, the granting of any exemption is the prerogative of MPA. Where exemption
is deemed necessary and reasonable, the classification society may propose to MPA
with the reasons for the exemption.
All application of exemption from any regulation shall be made to MPA via this Society
(RO) by using the following form of Application for Exemption from Regulations which
shall be properly filled up with necessary information. (Do not ask the owner directly to
approach MPA for approval of any exemption.)
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An exemption certificate for the fixed fire-fighting equipment in cargo space may
be issued with list of cargoes permitted to carry provided that prior approval is
given by the Administration for the first time.
MPA have granted all the ships, upon application, exemption from full compliance
with GMDSS sea area A1 for voyages within 30-mile limits from the port limits of
Singapore in the course of which the vessel is not more than 20 miles from the
nearest land as follows:
In lieu of radio equipment prescribed in Regs. /7 and 8, the ships shall be
fitted with the following radio equipment:
- a VHF radiotelephone installation on at least Channels 6, 13 and 16 subject
to coast station keeping a listening watch on Channel 16
- a satellite (406 ) EPIRB or VHF (Channel 70) EPIRB
- at least two two-way VHF radiotelephone apparatus
- a NAVTEX receiver
- a radar transponder except that those need not be provided for the time
being.
The above exemption is to be approved by MPA for each and every ship.
Upon granted exemption, MPA will issue to shipowner a letter telling them that
MPA has granted the exemption and will issue an Exemption Certificate. Upon
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expiry of the Exemption Certificate MPA issued, renewal of the Exemption

Certificate to be done by a filed surveyor of this Society after a radio survey
quoting the approval reference at the bottom of the Exemption Certificate MPA
issued.
At the bottom of the exemption certificate for immersion suit exemption, the
following are to be typed: Ref: Shipping Circular No. 3 of 2006 issued by
Marine Department, Singapore".
Exemption for transportation of vegetable oils : branch offices shall issue the IBC
certificates which the exemption shall be indicated in, without other exemption
certificates.
103. Maintenance of launching appliances and on-load release gear ..........................

The annual servicing and maintenance of lifeboat, launching appliance and on-load
release gear should be carried out by the manufacturer and manufacturer's certified
personnel. If the manufacturer or personnel is not available, the annual servicing
and maintenance of lifeboat, launching appliance and on-load release gear can be
carried out by the service supplier who is recognized or approved by the surveyor
on board on the basis of reviewing provided documents(documented procedures
and instructions, satisfactory degree of experience in activities, records of training
program for technicians etc.) from the service supplier.
104. Tonnage Certification ........................................................................................

When a ship applied by her national tonnage is made alteration which changes her
tonnage, the ship is applied by the ITC tonnage.
105. Issuing Multiple Load Line Certificate .................................................................

Request shall be made by the shipowner or his agent to the MPA. Upon
approval, the shipowner or his agent and this Society will be informed. A copy
of the Guidelines for vessels carrying more than one load line certificate and a
letter of approval will be given to the shipowner or his agent.
Approval for multiple load line certificates may be withdrawn if the vessel has
been found to abuse the use of multiple load line certificates or there has been
improper use of the multiple load line certificates includes, but not limited to the
following;
Displaying more than one load line certificate on board
Having more than one set of load line marks visible on either side of the
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ship.
Displaying a load line certificate not corresponding to the load line marks on
the ship sides.
Having different sets of load line marks on each side of ship.
Not effectively obliterating the load line marks not in use on the ship sides.
Guidelines for vessels carrying the multiple load line certificate
The ship shall comply fully with all the requirements appropriate for a ship of
the maximum deadweight corresponding to the least freeboard assigned for
which a load line certificate has been issued.
The deepest summer draft corresponding to the least freeboard shall not be
greater than the moulded draught indicated on the International Tonnage
Certificate (1969)
Each set of load line marks shall be verified by a surveyor when they are
marked on the ship's side for the first time. Subsequently, during a periodical
inspection,
they
shall
be
verified
by
the
attending
surveyor
and
their
corresponding load line certificate endorsed.

The stability booklet shall contain information relating to all the freeboard
assigned for which a load line has been issued.
The master shall ensure that only one set of load line certificate and the
display of the appropriate load line marks.
The master shall ensure that one set of load line marks is visible on the
ship's sides and the corresponding load line certificate is displayed at any
one time. The remaining load line marks shall be in proper safe keeping.
The master may on his own accord change the set of load line marks in use
and when desired at any appropriate time.
The master shall make an official entry in the ship's official log book and the
deck log book on every occasion the load line marks in use are changed.
A letter of approval issued by the MPA to carry more than one load line
certificate and a copy of these guidelines shall be kept on board.
106. Ship's Carving and Marking Note .......................................................................

Marking of Ship's name and port: Ship's name shall be marked on each of her
bows, and the name of her port of registry (SINGAPORE) shall be marked on her
stern, on a dark ground n white or yellow letters or on a light ground in black
letters, such letters to be of a length(height) not less than 100mm and of
proportionate width (75% to 80% of its height).
Marking of official number: Ship's official number shall be cut out in or marked
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by permanent means such as welding on her main beam or an easily accessible

place on one of the end transverse bulkheads of the machinery spaces. The
height of the letters and numbers shall not be less than 100mm and of
proportionate width (75% to 80% of its height).
Marking of IMO number: the width of the marks shall be proportionate to the
height (75% to 80% of its height).
107. Merchant Shipping Crew Accommodation Certificate ...........................................

Even though Singapore Government has not ratified IMO CONVENTION NO.92.
133 & 147, Merchant Shipping Act regarding crew accommodation has been into
force since 1997.
The Regulations will apply to new ships (ships built on or after 1 Dec 97) of 500
gross tons and above and existing ships (ships built before 1 Dec 97) of 500
gross tons and above of which the crew accommodation is substantially altered
or reconstructed on or after 1 Dec 97, subject to the following :
The Regulations will not apply to :
- ships of less than 500 gross tons;
- ships primarily propelled by sail but having auxiliary engines;
- ships engaged in fishing or in similar pursuits;
- tugs;
- ships exclusively engaged on special limit voyages.
These Regulations shall be applied where resonable and practicable to ships
between 200 and 500 tons and ships engaged in whaling or in similar
pursuits.
The Director may exempt any ship from any of these Regulations either
unconditionally or subject to such conditions as he thinks fit if he is satisfied
that compliance with that regulation is either impracticable or unreasonable in
respect of that ship. (i.e. in the early design stages).
108. Tanker of 500 G/T and upward engaged in Singapore 30-miles limit voyages. ....
Singapore flag tankers of 500 G/T and upwards constructed on or after 1 Jan. 2003
engaged in Singapore 30-miles limit voyages shall be subjected to 1974 SOLAS and
be issued with SC certificate.
109. Temporary voyage for repair .............................................................................

In instance where, temporarily, the requirements of an applicable instrument cannot
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be met under particular circumstances, the Society will specify such measures or
supplementary equipment as may be available to permit the vessel to proceed to a
suitable port where permanent repairs or rectification can be effected or replacement
equipment fitted. The Society shall immediately report any such instance to the
MPA. The report shall contain the name and official number/IMO number of the
vessel and a description of the circumstances and the conditions imposed.
110. Acceptance of statutory equipment for use on Singapore registered ships .........
(1) The statutory equipment (including appliances, arrangements, fittings or systems) is
considered as acceptable for use on board Singapore registered ships if :
.1 The equipment is type-approved and fully certificated to the applicable IMO
requirements by any of the 9 Recognised Organisations (ROs : ABS, BV, CCS,
DNV, GL, KR, LR, NK and RINA). The approved equipment shall bear the
marking of the RO that carried out the type approval. The marking shall be
traceable to the certification and test documentation for the equipment. or,
.2 The statutory equipment is type-approved by any of the 9 ROs in accordance
with the EC MED process and marked accordingly.
(2) For statutory equipment that is not approved by any of 9 ROs, the acceptance is to
be granted by MPA Singapore on a case by case basis. In the absence of any
proper documentation, such equipment will not be accepted for use on Singapore
registered ships.
The following documents shall be submitted to MPA Singapore by the RO for MPAs
review and consideration for acceptance:
.1 Full detailed documentation (certificates and testing reports, etc.)
.2 ROs recommendations
(3) Other existing equipment already provided on board before 1 September 2012 and
which does not have approval marking and/or certification has been :
.1 assessed and deemed to be acceptable for continued use on board by this
Class Society; and,
.2 found to be in good and working condition.
If the equipment is subsequently needed to be replaced, it shall be replaced with
equipment in accordance with paragraph above.
(4) The RO is required to issue a statement to the vessel to the effect that the equipment
is deemed acceptable by MPA Singapore upon confirmation by the RO for use on
board the ship.
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A statement of acceptance shall be issued;

- the initial survey for delivery of new ships
- survey for transfer of class(TOC) under the flag of Singapore.
- survey for initial registry to Singapore
- the first scheduled intermediate or renewal statutory survey of existing ships on
or after 1 September 2012, whichever occurs earlier
- every renewal survey
(5) The master of Singapore registered ships shall be guided to keep all certificates for
statutory equipment abovementioned on board Singapore registered ships for a
period of lifetime and the Statement of Acceptance shall be kept together with
cargo ship Safety Equipment certificate.
B Change of flag
201. Procedure for Flag change ...............................................................................
According to the Adminstration registration procedure, for ships more than 17 years,
the surveyor shall attend onboard and carry out survey to the extent of the annual
survey of SC, SE & ILL and complete ATTESTATION "Records and Conditions of
Ship above 17 years of age for registration as a Singapore Ship". When registration,
ATTESTATION shall be forwarded to the Administration by the Owner.

301. Navigation lights ...............................................................................................
Performance
standards
for
navigation
lights,
navigation
light
controllers
and
associated equipment: This standards set out in the Res.MSC.253(83) are mandatory
for ships the keels of which are laid on or after 1 January 2009.
302. Lifejackets ......................................................................................................

The 'TRIUMF 5' lifejacket manufactured by Christiansens Livbeltfabrick of Risor,
Norway is not installed on board as the manufactures has not approved by the
Norway Government.
303. Inflatable liferafts ............................................................................................

Servicing of liferafts
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Liferaft shall be serviced by service station approved by Singapore Administration

at not exceeding 12 month's interval.
Marking of Life raft
- All liferafts and case for equipment are to be marked with ship's name, port of
registry on cover and bottom of liferafts and the equipment case in addition to
the requirement of LSA code 4.2.6.3
- Where name of ship is changed, there is no need to change the names on the
liferafts immediately. The new ship's name should be marked at next opening
service.
- A ship being registered to Singapore is to change her name and port of registry
(Singapore) prior to her change of nationality.
304. Heading information at emergency steering position ...........................................

Only a gyro compass repeater is to be used/ installed in accordance with SOLAS
Reg. V/12(f) of SOLAS 74. A magnetic compass is not to be used/installed at the
emergency steering position.
305. Fixed fire extinguishing arrangement for paint and inflammable liquid lockers .......
A paint and/or inflammable liquid locker whose deck area is 4 square meter and
over shall be provided with one of following fixed fire extinguisher which is used
for extinguishing fires in the locker without entering the locker.
- CO2 extinguisher : at least 40% of the space gross volume
- Dry Chemical : at least 0.5kg/cubic meter of space gross volume
- Water Spray: at least 5 liter/square meter of deck area
The water spray may be connected to main fire line.
Other equivalent except Halon extinguisher may be installed.
A ship whose the deck area of a locker is less than 4 m2 can install a portable
fire extinguisher at entrance outside of the locker.
306. Maintenance of life boat's fall Lifeboat fall .............................................

Life boats falls shall be renewed whenever necessary due to deterioration such
as worn down or every 5 years.
The periodic inspection of the falls should be in the form of inspection of the
entire length of the falls which would fully paying out of the falls from its winch
drum and should be carried out annually, and properly documented and recorded
in the survey report and records.
The renewal intervals of falls made of marine grade stainless steel (KS STS 316
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or equivalent) required by SOLAS Reg. III/20.4, under SOLAS Reg. I/5, may be
extended to not more than 10 years subject to annual through inspection of the
whole length of the falls and shall be renewed when necessary due to
unexpected deteriorations or damage.
307. Servicing interval of ZODIAC EPS life rafts .........................................................

The extending of the servicing of ZODIAC EPS (Extended Packing Service) inflatable
liferafts, manufactured by Zodiac International of France up to a maximum period of
30 months has been approved subject to the following conditions pursuant to
Regulation III/20.8.3 of SOLAS 74. The shipowner/manager shall submit a request
for the extending servicing interval to MPA.
Servicing shall be carried out at an approved servicing station which has been
specially appointed by Zodiac International to service EPS(Extended Packing
Service) liferafts.
Servicing shall be carried at intervals not exceeding 30 months.
EPS liferafts shall be repacked at each servicing using new packings materials
within the GRP outer container.
Any damage to polyurethane membrane, or pressure within gas inflation cylinder
falling below a limit defined by the manufacturer, the liferaft shall be service and
repacked within 3 months, but in no case beyond the 30-month interval in
paragraph 2.
On deployment of the liferaft, servicing shall be carried out immediately before
the liferaft can be put into operational use.
All servicing tests prescribed in IMO Resolution A.761(18) shall be followed as
closely as practicable, according to the age of the liferaft.
Monitoring and checking of the liferaft on board the ship shall be carried out
annually by qualified personnel certified by Zodiac International in accordance
with manufacturer's instructions. Documentary evidence of such monitoring and
checking shall be provided to the ship for their period.
Passenger ships equipped with any of the above EPS liferafts shall comply with
SOLAS Reg. III/19.4.3(On board training in the use of davit launched liferafts) by
carrying aboard, or having ready access to a conventionally packed training raft
of similar type and means of operation, or by carrying a visual training aid which
can simulate inflation and davit launching of such liferafts.
In addition to other required marks, the outer containers of EPS liferafts which
are serviced at extended intervals shall be marked.
- with the words "EPS liferaft 30 months servicing" within a disc bearing, year
and month numerals, and
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- with the words "EPS liferaft 12 months control on board" within a second disc
bearing year and month numerals.
308. EEBD ..............................................................................................................

In any case, EEBDs which have exceeded their service life as indicated by the
manufacturer
should
be
discarded.
Administration
does
not
require
periodic
hydrostatic testing for EEBD cylinders.

309. Maintenance of fire-protection systems
Portable fire extinguishers .............................................................................
Portable fire extinguishers should be examined annually by a competent
person of service suppliers approved by this Society or the ship's officers;
Each portable fire extinguisher should be provided with a label indicating that
it has been examined and the date of examination;
Containers of permanently pressurized portable fire extinguishers and propellant
bottles/containers of non-pressurized portable fire extinguishers should be
hydraulically pressure tested as follows:
- powder extinguishers every 10 years;
- CO2 extinguishers every 10 years; and
- Other extinguishers every 10 years;
Fixed high pressure CO2 fire extinguishing installation ....................................
CO2 bottles of fixed CO2 fire extinguishing installation should be hydraulic
pressure tested 20 years after the date on which the bottles were put into
use, and every 5 years thereafter;
The quantity of the medium in the CO2 bottles should be checked once every
4 years. This may be carried out in batches of 25% of the CO2 bottles
annually, or 50% of the CO2 bottles biennially or in accordance with the
ships maintenance so long as every CO2 bottle is checked once every 4
years;
All control valves should be inspected annually, and internally inspected every
5 years; and
Air should be blown through the piping of the installation annually.
Low pressure fixed CO2 and halon fire extinguishing installations ...................
The tanks, together with fittings shall be inspected externally every 5 years;
At the external inspection, insulation material of the tank at points showing
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signs of possible corrosion/deterioration of the tank beneath shall be removed

to facilitate the external inspection;
Pipes and valves at transitional points between insulated and uninsulated areas
(cold-conductors) as well as tank supports, flange sockets and valves shall be
included in the 5-yearly external inspection;
The external inspection shall also include maintenance inspection stipulated in
the manufacturer's operation and maintenance manual;
At least once a year, a thorough external inspection of the tank supports,
flange sockets and valves mentioned in (c) shall be carried out;
No internal inspection is necessary unless the external inspection mentioned in
of this paragraph reveals corrosion or other defects which warrant an
internal inspection;
An internal inspection is necessary after every discharge of the contents;
Hydrostatic testing of the pipes and tanks may be required at the discretion of
the attending surveyor, in cases where the corrosion/deterioration of the
external or internal of the pipes and tanks proves prudent to do so; and
In any case, hydrostatic testing of the pipes and tanks shall be carried out
after repairs to the tanks or pipes in cases of cracks or holes.
Fixed dry powder fire extinguishing installations .............................................
The system shall be inspected annually, and the dry powder charge should be
agitated with nitrogen, using bubbling connections where provided;
In addition to regular shipboard inspections, the system shall be inspected at
least once every two years by a service agent acceptable to the organization
issuing the Safety Equipment certificate. This inspection should include:
- blow-through with air to ensure associated pipes and nozzles are clear;
- operational test of local and remote controls and section valves;
-
contents
verification
of
propellant
gas
cylinders
containing
nitrogen
(including remote operating stations); and

- testing of the dry powder charge for moisture absorption.
The replenishment and test regime for high pressure nitrogen cylinders shall
be the same as for CO2 cylinders in paragraph and above.
310. Withdrawal of Exemption of S-VDR on regional passenger ferries .......................
As regional passenger ferries and passenger high speed craft had previously
experienced practical difficulties in interfacing VDR with existing equipment on
board, MPA had, under the Regulations, granted them interim exemptions from the
installation of VDR until more suitable and cost effective alternative solutions could
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be found. Such exemptions will now be rescinded, but in lieu of a VDR,
passenger
ferries and passenger high speed craft operating within the special limits will be
required to install a simplified voyage data recorder (S-VDR) by the first scheduled
dry-docking after 1 Aug 2009 but not later than 1 Aug 2010.
311. Radio inspection .............................................................................................

A safety radio survey in Singapore shall be carried out by the Radio Surveyor
approved by MPA. However, the radio survey outside the Singapore can be carried
out by any radio inspection company registered to this Society or by a radio
company approved by a state of where the vessel surveyed.
312. GMDSS equipment ..........................................................................................

In case of voyages of A1 Area (voyages within 20 miles from the coast of
Singapore) and A2 Area (voyages within 200 miles from the coast of Singapore), the
vessels shall install GMDSS equipment.
313. Radio operator for GMDSS ship ........................................................................

Maintenance standards and minimum required operator(s)
- Sea area A1 : one ROC or one GOC for the choice of shorebased
maintenance or duplication of equipment (not requiring a dedicated operator)
- Sea area A1+A2 : one GOC for the choice of shorebased maintenance or
duplication of equipment (not requiring a dedicated operator)
- A1+A2+A3 : one dedicated operator with GOC or two GOCs
for the choice of
shore based maintenance and duplication of equipment.

Where there are two operators comprising one ROC and one GOC, the GOC
holder shall be designated as a operator with primary responsibility at distress
situation.
A crew qualified for ROC or GOC is also be employed, however, where only one
GOC holder is employed by a ship engaging in sea area of A1, A2 and A3 the
employee is to be a operator exclusively for the purpose of the requirement in
SOLAS Reg.IV/16.
All deck officer should posses the GOC qualification in accordance with STCW
Code/A-IV/2.
314. EPIRB .............................................................................................................

A vessel equipped with 406 MHz EPIRB is to record the form specified by the MPA
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and to register to the MPA.
315. LRIT ...............................................................................................................

On satisfactory completion of a conformance test, the ASP will issue a conformance
test report on behalf of the MPA. This conformance test report will be required to
be submitted to MPA upon issue via the email lrit_crpt@mpa.gov.sg. MPA will issue
the LRIT Certificate of Compliance for the vessel. Please note that both the
Conformance Test Report and LRIT Certificate of Compliance must be retained
onboard the vessel.
Designated ASP list
- Pole Star Space Applications Limited
316. Mast headlight .................................................................................................

For a vessel constructed on or after 4 November 1995, when only one masthead
light is prescribed for a power driven vessel, this light shall be exhibited forward of
amidships; except that a vessel of less than 20 meters in length need not exhibit
this light forward of amidships but shall exhibit it as far forward as is practicable.
317. Annual inspection of the AIS ...........................................................................

Notwithstanding that the annual inspection and testing of the AIS is part of the
survey in respect of the Cargo Ship Safety Equipment Certificate, and as set out in
para. 1 of MSC.1/Circ.1252 that "the annual testing of the AIS should be carried out
by a qualified radio inspector", the annual inspection and testing of the AIS is best
carried out as part of the survey in respect of the Cargo Ship Safety Radio
Certificate.
318. Inspection of immersion suits ............................................................................

Monthly shipboard inspection of immersion suits and anti-exposure suits should be
carried out in accordance with MSC/Circ.1114 (refer to Div. II, Part 2, 7.3.5 of the
Instruction of Convention Survey), and each suit should be subjected to an air pressure
test with a soapy water solution at intervals not exceeding three years, or more
frequently for suits over ten years of age.
319. SSAS test ........................................................................................................

The procedures for testing the SSAS should be in accordance with MSC/Circ.1155.
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The frequency of SSAS alert testing involving MPA should not exceed more than
once a year and should coincide with the annual safety radio and safety equipment
survey.
320. Means embarkation and disembarkation from ships ............................................

Para.
3.4.1
of
MSC.1/Circ.1331
relating
to
the
means
embarkation
and
disembarkation from ships required by SOLAS Reg. II-1/3-9 prescribes for the lower
platform of accommodation ladder to be not more than 600 mm above the waterline
in the lightest seagoing condition, as defined in SOLAS Reg. III/3.13.
321. Singapore strait night signal .............................................................................
The following vessels are recommended to display the night signals consisting of 3
all-round green lights1 in a vertical line in the following situations.
a) Vessels departing from ports or anchorages when crossing the westbound or
eastbound lane of the TSS or precautionary areas in the Singapore Strait to join
the eastbound or westbound lane respectively; and
b) Eastbound or westbound vessels in the TSS or precautionary areas in the
Singapore Strait crossing to proceed to ports or anchorages in the Singapore
Strait.
D Others
401. Official log book ..............................................................................................
Every ship registered Singapore is to keep an official log book which is in a
prescribed format approved by the Director of Marine on board.
402. Double bottoms and double sides of oil tankers carrying heavy grade oil as cargo .......
Conversion of an existing single hulled oil tanker under Singapore flag to fit double
bottoms and/or double sides to meet the requirements of Reg. 21 is not acceptable to
the MPA unless such conversion has been carried out not later than the anniversary of
the date of delivery of the ship in the year 2008. (thereafter such conversion can not be
permitted.)
403. Prohibition of blending MARPOL cargoes on board ............................................

The Shipping Community is urged to prohibit blending of MARPOL cargoes on board
during the sea voyage as recommended in MSC-MEPC.2/Circ.8.
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404. Wastes from removal of anti-fouling system .....................................................

Article 5 of the AFS Convention (Controls of Annex 1 waste materials) requires a
Party to take appropriate measures to require that wastes from the application or
removal of an anti-fouling system controlled under the Convention are collected,
handled, treated and disposed of in a safe and environmentally sound manner to
protect
human
health
and
the
environment.
To
implement
Article
of
the
Convention, the Shipping Community is urged to follow the guidance as set out at
the annex to AFS.3/Circ.3.
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Checklist for St Vincent and The Grenadines flagged Ships
(for Owners)
VCT
Name of Ship :
Date

X
- : Not applicable
Satisfied
: To be confirmed

101. Exemption certificate .....................................................................................................................
Exemption of equipment must get approval from the Administration prior to issuing
exemption certificate.
102. Multiple Load Line Certificates
.................................................................................................
SVG accepts the provision of two Load Line Certificates for different deadweight
values. The authorization for the issuance of such certificates may only be granted
by the Flag Administration.
The following procedures must be followed when more than one Load Line
Certificate is issued:
(a) The Load Line marks for the deepest draft to be welded to the side shell and
verified by the attending surveyor.
(b) The secondary marks to be cut or punched into the side shell.
(c) At the time of the annual surveys, regardless of the deadweight value applicable
at the time, the vessel should be surveyed for compliance with the most severe
statutory requirements applicable to the greatest deadweight value and all
certificates should be endorsed by the attending surveyor.
(d) The set of certificates which are not associated with the Load Line in use are to
be placed in a sealed envelope and placed in Masters custody.
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(e) Upon owners request for change of freeboard, an exclusive surveyor from the
Classification Society will check that the un-associated marks are painted out and
the new marks are painted in.
(f) The Master shall make an official entry in the ships log on every occasion
when Load Line marks are changed.
103. Flag State Inspections .....................................................................................................................
All vessels flying the SVG Flag should be inspected once per year by a surveyor
accredited by the Flag State Administration.
Irrespective of the above, the Flag State Inspection would only be requested
every two (2) year for the following vessels;
(a) engage in trade, and
(b) which have not been detained in any MOU ports during the last two year,
and
(c) which are not under special surveillance regime.
The periodical review has also assessed that a certain number of vessels are
potentially substandard and, for these vessels, it has been decided that the
following special surveillance regime will be implemented:
(a) Flag State Inspection will be requested every six months;
(b) Strict implementation of Circular PSC 018;
(c) Vessels Classification Societies will be informed about the special surveillance
regime;
(d) Special surveillance regime will be removed after two years of vessels'
satisfactory performance.
104. Statement of compliance to the 33 CFR 157.445 of USCG .................................................

A tanker, of single hull structure, entering U.S Port(s) should be tested in accordance
with
IMO
Res.
A.751(18)
regarding
her
maneuverability
and
the
statement
of
compliance is to be issued by surveyor accordingly prior to her proceeding to U.S.

Ports.
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105. Approval of Ballast Water Management Plan ........................................................................

The Recognised Classification Societies are authorized to approve the "Ballast Water
Management Plan". Approval of the "Ballast Water Management Plan" shall be in
accordance with Res.MEPC127(53).
106. Inspection of passenger ship's bottom .......................................................................................
Res.A.997(25) defines inspection of the outside of the ships bottom as an inspection

of the underwater part of the ship. Res.A.997(25) requires that a minimum of two of
the inspections of the outside of the ships bottom during any five-year period
should be conducted in dry-dock. In all cases, the maximum interval between any
two fry-dock bottom inspections should not exceed 36 months.
Inspection afloat will be credited to ships 15 years of age or over if the ships have
been assigned by the additional class notation IWS or equivalent by the ships
Classification Society.
Inspection afloat to ships of 15 years of age or over to which the additional class
notation IWS or equivalent has not been assigned by the ships Classification
Society may be credited subject to confirmation by ships Classification Society that
suitable arrangements to carry out the in-water survey are provided.
107. Lay-up and re-commissioning guidance ...................................................................................
Owners, operators and managers are requested to notify the ship's Classification
Society when a ship is put out of commission. Copy of the notification should be
provided to this Administration.
Laid-up ships will be subject to additional port requirements. The local requirements
applicable to specific lay-up locations and mooring arrangements will be determined

by the relevant local maritime authority.
When a ship is re-commissioned, the owners, operators, managers should notify the
ship's Classification Society and make provisions for the ship to be submitted to the
surveys required by the Rules and Regulations of the ship's Classification Society.
This Administration must be notified accordingly.
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B Change of flag
201. Instruction for Flag Change
.......................................................................................................
Vessels over 18 years (15 years fro tanker) of age are not eligible for registration
unless
preliminary
Flag
State
survey
by
an
accredited
surveyor
to
this
Administration (not a classification surveyor) is performed. This survey, however

does not guarantee the registration. Additionally, the Classification Society should
issue a document confirming the vessel's classification and list all applicable
conventions the vessel is in compliance with together with any known outstanding
deficiencies. Other surveys should be carried out according to the instructions below
which remain applicable.
Regardless of whether the Company remains the same as before or change occurs,
no vessel should be registered with any outstanding recommendation. In case a
deviation form this policy is requested, it should be invariably referred to this
Maritime Administration for consideration and relevant instructions.
In both case, at the time of the change of flag, if the due date for the surveys for
existing class and statutory certificates are within the 3 months' window, then
renewal/intermediate/annual surveys, as the case may be, shall be carried out

immediately. At the same time, an inspection of basic ILO items shall be carried
out.
.
In the case where the change of flag is not accompanied by a change of the
Company, the surveys shall be limited in scope to the extent of the applicable
annual survey with the addition of basic ILO items, unless the due dates of the
statuary surveys are within the window mentioned above.
In case of change of flag is accompanied by a change of the Company, the extent

of the survey in respect of safety equipment shall be upgraded to that of a renewal
survey with the addition of basic ILO items. The surveys for the statuary
certificates other than the safety equipment, unless they fall within the windows
mentioned in paragraph .2 above, shall be carried out to the extent of annual
surveys.
For vessel which have been detained by Port State Control more than twice during
the year elapsed, the Classification Society is to issue, prior to the change of flag, a
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document confirming that the vessel is in a seaworthy conditions and complies with
all the provisions of the applicable international conventions.
The statuary survey reports for the change of flag surveys shall be made available
the soonest possible ti the Marine Administration either in hard copy or by e-mail
or through access to the Classification Society's data base.

301. LSA for cargo vessels under 500 G/T
....................................................................................
In order to improve the safety of small vessels, the Administration requires that
Chapter III of SOLAS 1974 also be applied to cargo ships under 500 G/T.
If any specific requirements are unreasonable due to the age or construction of the
ship, or unnecessary, considering the sheltered nature and condition of the voyages, the
ship could be exempted from those requirements.
Even though, the minimum equipment shall be provided as follows:
- Rescue boat
: 1 (if applicable)
- Liferaft
: 200%
- Satellite EPIRB
: 1
- Immersion suit
: 4
- Lifejacket light
: For all lifejacket
- Lifebuoy
: 4 (2 : with self-igniting light and smoke signal

1 : with buoyant lifeline)
- Line throwing appliance : 1

- Rocket parachute signal : 12
- Retro reflective material for all life-saving appliances
- Muster list
- Operating instruction for life-saving appliances
302. Periodic Servicing Of Launching Appliances And On-load Release Gear ......................
Weekly and monthly inspections and routine maintenance as specified in the

equipment maintenance manual(s) should be conducted under the direct supervision
of a senior ships officer in accordance with the maintenance manual(s).
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Other thorough examination, operational testing, repairs and overhaul of lifeboats,

launching appliances and on-load release gear are carried out in accordance with
SOLAS Reg. III/20 by service providers that are qualified in these operations for
each make and type of equipment.
Service providers carrying out thorough examination, operational testing, repairs and
overhaul of lifeboats, launching appliances and on-load release gear should be
authorized in accordance with MSC.1/Circ.1277.
The SVG accepts service providers authorized, checked or inspected by RO
recognized by the SVG or by other SOLAS Contracting Governments.
When repairs, thorough examinations and annual servicing are completed, a
statement confirming that the lifeboat arrangements remain fit for the purpose
should be promptly issued by the service provider who performed the work.
The SVG delegates the ships Classification Society to check whether the service
providers are authorized, checked or inspected by RO recognized by the SVG or by
other SOLAS Contracting Governments.
The statement confirming that the lifeboat arrangements remain fit for the purpose
issued by the service provider who performed the work should be provided to the
ships Classification Society.
303. Emergency procedures for bulk carriers. ............................................................................
Classification Society is requested:
- to verify on board the implementation of MSC/Circ.1143 during of their surveys.
- to mention the implementation of MSC/Circ.1143 on board in their survey reports.
- to inform the Administration if the above Circular is not implemented.
304. Use of asbestos .............................................................................................................................
New ship: a new ship constructed on or after 3 September 1996 is not allowed to
use the asbestos or any material containing a asbestos.
Existing ship: where replacing a the asbestos or any material containing a asbestos
from a existing vessel, the replaced material is not to contain any asbestos or any
material containing a asbestos.
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305. Halon fire extinguishing systems
.....................................................................................
Existing portable Halon fire-extinguishers are to be replaced by CO2 or other

suitable fire-extinguishers by 1 January, 2002.
Existing fixed Halon systems are to be phased out by 1 January, 2002 or earlier if
a
major
refit
is
undertaken
and
Alternative
Arrangements
for
Halon
Fire-
Extinguishing Systems in Machinery Spaces and Pump Rooms, MSC/Circ.668 - are

to be fitted.
Halons will not be accepted as fire-extinguishing media on board any ship applying
for registration under the SVG flag by 1 January 2002.
306. Fire protection system
Operational readiness
...........................................................................................................
All fire protection systems and appliances should at all times be in good order and
available for immediate use while the ship is in service. If a fire protection
system is under repair, then suitable arrangements to the satisfaction of the RO
should be made to ensure that safety is not diminished.
Maintenance, testing and inspection
.........................................................................
The maintenance, testing and inspection should conform to the requirements as

stated herein and, unless expressly stipulated otherwise, the inspection schedule
as provided in MSC/Circ.850.
Portable fire extinguisher
.............................................................................................
(a) All portable fire extinguishers shall be serviced annually at an approved

shore-based servicing station or by ships crew if the equipment is designed to
be recharged on board or easily checked by Safety Officer.
(b) Replacement of Extinguishing Medium
Type of Portable fire extinguisher
Periodicity
water
12 months
Foam
12 months
Dry Chemical(Non-permanently pressurized)
5 years
Dry Chemical(Permanently pressurized)
2 years
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(c) Hydrostatic pressure test and test pressure

a)
All
non-permanently
pressurized
portable
fire
extinguishers
shall
be
hydrostatically pressure tested when shows rusty but at least once in 10

years.
b)
All
permanently
pressurized
portable
fire
extinguishers
and
propellant
cartridges shall be hydrostatically pressure tested at intervals not exceeding 5

years.
c) Notwithstanding the above, whenever the loss in pressure of a permanently
pressurized portable fire extinguisher exceeds 10% of the nominal pressure,
then the portable fire extinguisher shall be hydrostatically pressure tested
before being recharged.
d) Portable fire extinguishers and propellant cartridges shall be tested to the
pressures indicated hereunder;
Portable fire extinguisher and
Propellent Cartridges
Test Pressure
Water/Foam/Dry chemical/Halon
At least 1.5 x Working Pressure

(or 2 N/mm2 if the working pressure is
unknown)
Carbon Dioxide
at least 25 N/mm
Propellant cartridges
CO2 type with safety valve
Working Pressure x 2
25 N/mm2
CO2 type without safety valve
(d) Spare charges
35 N/mm
.....................................................................................................................
a) For portable fire extinguishers that can be recharged on board:

- 100% for the first 10 extinguishers; and
- 50% for the remaining extinguishers up to a maximum of 60.
b) For portable fire extinguishers that cannot be recharged on board, additional
portable fire extinguishers of the same quantity, type and capacity shall be
provided:
- for 100% of the first 10 portable extinguishers, and
- for 50% of the remaining portable fire extinguishers.
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Fixed high pressure CO2 fire-extinguishing systems ..................................................

(a) Every 3 months, the ship's crew shall check the CO2 cylinders for proper
stowage, alignment of activating levers on each of the cylinders and tightness of
securing/clamping arrangements. Prior to entry into the CO2 cylinder bank room
all safety procedure shall be followed.
(b) Servicing by approved shore-based station shall be carried out every 2 years.
(c) Hydrostatic Pressure Testing (at an approved shore-based servicing station)
a) Over a maximum period of 10 years at least 50% of the CO2 bottles shall be
tested by hydraulic pressure at an approved shore-based servicing station.
b) Over a maximum period of 15 years, 75% of the CO2 bottles shall be tested
by hydraulic pressure at an approved shore-based servicing station.
c) Over a maximum period of 20 years, 100% of the CO2 bottles shall be tested
by hydraulic pressure at an approved shore-based servicing station.
d) Notwithstanding the aforementioned, occasional hydrostatic pressure testing
may be requested at the discretion of the Surveyor conducting the statutory
surveys if evidence exists to cause concern on the condition of the cylinders
Fixed low pressure CO2 fire-extinguishing systems .....................................................
(a) Annual examination of the bulk CO2 containment tank during statutory safety
equipment surveys shall include:
a) Close examination of all pipe connections to the tank. Selected areas of insulation
are to be removed as necessary.
b) Where extensive corrosion or other evidence of deterioration exists, connecting
pipes or delivery pipes should be removed for examination and testing, as
necessary, to determine the actual wall thickness.
c) Examination of selected areas of the shell under insulation to determine shell
condition, and if necessary, make use of appropriate means to ascertain wall
thickness.
d) Removal of insulation and examination of underlying steelwork in any area where
there is evidence of corrosion through staining or other signs.
(b) The annual inspections detailed above shall be programmed to examine, in so far
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as it is possible, different areas of the system at each annual examination.

(c) If the examination reveals evidence of deterioration in the piping or tank shell,
this should be followed up to determine the extent of the deterioration and if
necessary
an
internal
examination
should
be
conducted.
Any
repairs
or
replacement should be carried out to the specification of the RO.

(d) Provided that the above inspections are carried out annually and that records
confirming satisfactory condition are readily available, then bulk CO2 system need
only be inspected internally after a maximum period of 20 years.
Halon fire-extinguishing system
..................................................................................
(a) Halon is not accepted as fire-extinguishing means on board any ship applying
form registration under the SVG Flag by 1 January 2002.
(b) Portable Halon Fire-Extinguishing Systems have been required to be replaced
either by CO2 or other suitable fire-extinguishing system by 1 January 2002.
(c) Fixed Halon fire-extinguishing system have been required to be phased out by 1
January
2002
or
earlier,
if
major
refit
is/was
undertaken.
Alternative
arrangements for Halon Extinguishing System in machinery spaces and pump

room (MSC/Circ. 668) have to be fitted.
(d) Hydrostatic pressure test or thickness measurement for existing fixed Halon
fire-extinguishing system
a) Subject to the ready availability of Halon banking facilities for the purpose of
containment and recharging, over a maximum period of 10 years at least 50%
of the Halon bottles shall be tested by hydraulic pressure at an approved
shore-based servicing station. Over a maximum period of 20 years, 100% of
the Halon bottles shall be tested by hydraulic pressure at an approved
shore-based servicing station.
b) However, when Halon banking facilities are not available. Halon cylinders
shall be subject to thickness measurement in lieu of the hydrostatic pressure
test as required above. At least 50% of the cylinders shall be thickness
measured over a period of 10 years. Over a maximum period of 20 years,
100% of the Halon bottles shall be thickness measured.
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c) Notwithstanding the aforementioned, occasional hydrostatic pressure testing or

thickness measurement, as applicable, may be requested at the discretion of
the attending Surveyor if evidence exists to cause concern on the condition
of the cylinders.
Fixed dry powder fire-extinguishing system
............................................................
Servicing shall be carried out every 2 years at an approved shore-based servicing

station. Testing of dry powder sample for moisture absorption shall be carried out at
the same interval.
Sprinkler, fixed pressure water-spray and water-mist system ...............................
Servicing shall be conforms to instructions of the manufacturer and the RO.
Fixed foam fire-extinguishing system
..........................................................................
Foam sample analysis shall be carried out after a period of 3 years and thereafter
every year at an approved independent/manufacturer's laboratory. Notwithstanding
the aforementioned, occasional foam analysis may be requested at the discretion if
the attending surveyor from the Recognised Organization during statutory surveys if
there is cause to question the suitability of the foam.
Cylinders for self-contained breathing apparatus .....................................................
(a) A general examination of the self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA),
including check for air cylinder pressure/leakage, shall be carried out at
fortnightly intervals by the ships crew.
(b) Servicing by approved shore-based station shall be carried out every 2 years.
(c) On ship provided with recharging system for air cylinders, a check for air
quality shall be carried out every 12 months at an approved independent/
manufacturers laboratory.
(d) Maintenance by the ship's crew shall be carried out in accordance with the
manufacturer's instructions.
(e) Hydrostatic pressure testing and test pressure
a) Hydrostatic pressure testing of cylinders of lightweight type shall be carried
out at an approved shore-based service station at intervals and test pressure
stipulated by the manufacturer and Recognised Organization.
b) Hydrostatic pressure testing of cylinders other than of lightweight type shall
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be carried out every 5 years at an approved shore-based service station at a

test pressure of 1.5 times the working pressure.
(f) Spare charges
Ship type
Spare
Cargo Ship without dedicated cylinder recharging facility
Cargo Ship with dedicated cylinder recharging facility
Passenger ship carrying not more than 36 passengers
Passenger ship carrying more than 36 passengers
Cylinders for EEBD
At least 2
.........................................................................................................
(a) A general examination and check of cylinder pressure, as applicable, shall be

carried out very 3 months by the ship's crew and records of checks are to be
maintained.
(b) Maintenance by the ship's crew shall be carried out in accordance with the
manufacturer's instruction.
(c) Distribution
Ship type
Cargo Ship
Passenger ship carrying not more than 36 passengers
spare
training
Medical oxygen ....................................................................................................................

(a) Medical oxygen has a limited shelf life of 3 years and should be landed ashore
for re-charging at the expiry date.
(b) Oxygen pressure regulators should be serviced at least every 5 years.
(c) Medical oxygen cylinders have a maximum interval between tests of 5 years.
(d) Hydrostatic pressure testing of cylinders must be carried out at an approved
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shore-based service station.

307. ECDIS and back-up arrangements
.................................................................................
ECDIS has to be approved in accordance with the requirements the Res.A.817(19) as

amended
by
Res.MSC.64(67)
and
MSC.86(70)
and
has
to
be
operated
with
up-to-date Electronic Nautical Charts.
Ships sailing in waters not covered by Electronic Nautical Charts shall be fitted
with an updated folio of paper nautical charts. Masters and officers should be aware
of the limitations of Raster Chart Display System (RCDS) as indicated in the
SN/Circ.207.
In order to meet a proper ECDIS back-up arrangements as per SOLAS Reg.

V/19.2.1.5 the ship must be fitted either with a secondary type approved ECDIS in
accordance with the requirements of the Res.MSC.64(67) or updated nautical paper
charts for the intended voyage. For ECDIS operating in the Raster Chart Display
System (RCDS) mode, updated nautical paper charts for the intended voyage are
requested as a back-up arrangement.
Both primary and secondary (alternative) ECDIS shall be fully independent and
supplied from the ships main and emergency source of power. In addition, a reserve
power source (UPS) with a capacity of at least 30 minutes is to be provided.
308. Instruction for VDR .........................................................................................................................
The exemption mentioned on SOLAS Reg. V/20.2.2 or 20.2.3 should be requested to the
Administration.
309. Immersion Suits ............................................................................................................................
Monthly inspection of the immersion suits and thermal protective aids shall be done
in accordance with MSC/Circ.1047 annexed herewith.
A three year inspection of the immersion suits and thermal protective aids shall be
done in accordance with MSC/Circ.1114 annexed herewith.
Notwithstanding that paragraph 4 of MSC/Circ.1114 recommends that the air

pressure test be performed at a suitable shore-based facility.
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310. GMDSS Log Book .........................................................................................................................

Retention time of GMDSS Log Book on board SVG ships is three (3) years.
311. Magnetic Compass .............................................................................................................................
The vessel should be provided with a deviation table and this document should
include at least: the name of the vessel, IMO Number, Call Sign, Flag, place where
the adjustment is carried out, name of the Master or certified adjuster/stamp/sign;
maker of the compass, sea and weather conditions, method used, numerical and
graphical results of deviation. This deviation table is valid two years.
Adjustment of Magnetic Compasses is necessary:

- During installation or replacement
- When they become unreliable,
- When the ship undergoes structural repairs or alterations that could affect its
permanent and induced magnetism,
- Electrical magnetic equipment close to the compasses is added, removed or
altered,
- Deviation exceeds five (5) degrees taking into account the variation of the place
and the method used.
Each magnetic compass is properly compensated and its table or curve of

residual deviation is available on board at all times in the vicinity of the
compass. A Spare magnetic compass, interchangeable with the standard compass,
should be carried, unless the steering magnetic compass or gyro-compass is
fitted. Frequent observation should be made to determine compass error. Compass
performance should be monitored by recording deviations in a compass deviation
book. This may show the need for repair, testing or adjustment or if the records
are not correctly carried out. Adjustment should be made by a duly authorized
compass adjuster. If a qualified and certified compass adjuster is unavailable and
the Master considers it necessary, then adjustments may be made by the Master,
who should also have expertise and shall be certified as compass adjuster. The
compass adjustment should not be carried out by the same person who surveyed
the vessel. The date of any adjustment and other details should be noted in the
compass deviation book. Repairs to Magnetic Compass should only be made by a
compass manufacturer or other competent and authorized company using proper
test facilities.
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312. LRIT .......................................................................................................................................................
Conformance Testing and Control for Operation
(a) If the test has been unsuccessful, the vessel should also have documentation
attesting that a conformance test is being carried out.
(b) Owners/Managers should note that a new Ships Station License will also be
issued to reflect LRIT equipment. Owners/Managers should therefore apply to the
Administration for the issue of Conformance Test Report/ Ship's Station License.
(c) Systems and equipment used to meet the requirements of SOLAS Reg. V/19-1
should be capable of being switched off on board or be capable of ceasing the
distribution of long-range identification and tracking information:
- Where international agreements, rules or standards provide for the protection of
navigational information; or
- In exceptional circumstances and for the shortest duration possible where the
operation is considered by the Master to compromise the safety or security of the
ship. In such a case, the Master should inform the Administration without delay
and make an entry in the record of navigational activities and incidents
maintained in accordance with SOLAS Reg. V/28, setting out the reasons for the
decision and indicating the period during which the system or equipment was
switched off.
(d) If the LRIT equipment is switched off due to the following circumstances, the
Master or Company Security Officer (CSO) should notify the Administration
(technical@svg-marad.com):
- Ship is under repairs, modifications/conversions in dry-dock
- Ship is in port for a long period or is laid up
- When the ship is without electrical power for more than 12 hours
(e) The notification and subsequent agreement should be entered in the Ships Log
Book and the Administration should be advised as soon as possible when the
LRIT equipment is switched on again.
(f) Owners/Companies who intend to leave St Vincent and The Grenadines Flag or
to
permanently
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withdraw
their
vessel
from
service
should
inform
the
KOREAN REGISTER
Administration (technical@svg-marad.com).
Survey and certification
(a) RO should ensure that ships have a valid Conformance Test Report prior
issuing or endorsing the Safety Radio Certificate / the Record of Equipment
for the Safety Equipment Certificate.
(b) If the survey of the radio installation is carried out for a LRIT applicable
vessel and Conformance Test Report is not available onboard, the RO will
issue the Short Term Safety Radio Certificate valid until the end of surveys
window.
(c) If the survey of the radio installation is carried out for a LRIT applicable
vessel at the end of the survey window and there is no valid Conformance
Test Report on board the vessel, the RO should immediately contact the
Administration.
(d) There are no certification requirement for ships of between 300 GT and 500
GT. In these cases, we recommend that owners retain on board the
documentary evidence of compliance. Upon satisfactory conformance test, in
addition to the Conformance Test Report, St Vincent and the Grenadines
Maritime Administration will issue an attestation which shall be retained on
board.
Designated ASP list
- Fulcrum Maritime Systems Ltd
- Pole Star Space Applications Limited
- Transas Telematics Limited
- CLS - Maritime Security
313. Other means of embarkation for remotely located liferafts ...................................................
A knotted rope is not acceptable as controlled manner.

The approval of other means of embarkation shall be carried out by the Recognized
Organization, taking into consideration requirements, material, characteristics and
dimensions criteria.
314. Embarkation ladders for liferafts in lieu of lifeboats ...............................................................
Application: Passenger ships of less than 500 gross tonnage where the total number
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of persons on board is less than 200 (SOLAS Reg. III/21.1.4) and cargo ships of less
than 85 m in length other than oil tankers, chemical tankers and gas carriers
(SOLAS Reg. III/31.1.3).
Ships which are not equipped with launching and embarkation appliances as per
SOLAS Reg. III/16.1, shall be provided with embarkation ladder(s) at each side of
the ship.
315. GMDSS for a fishing vessel ......................................................................................................
All fishing vessels of 300 G/T or upwards shall be equipped according to

applicable GMDSS requirement. (not including a fishing vessel engaging only
within A1 sea area)
A fishing vessel of 300G/T or upwards and engaging only within A1 sea area
shall be equipped with a VHF/DSC capable of transmitting/receiving the distress
alerts from a ship to another ship.
316. Carriage and inspection of EEBD
......................................................................................................
SVG vessels should comply with the requirements stipulated in MSC/Circ.1081.

Alternatively, different numbers or location of EEBD in machinery spaces may be
determined by the Recognized Organization acting on behalf of this Administration
taking into consideration the layout and dimensions or the normal manning of the
space.
Maintenance of EEBD should be in accordance with the manufacturer's instruction
and shipboard inspection should be undertaken every three months by the ship's
crew and records of checks should be maintained.
Hydrostatic testing of the cylinder should be undertaken in accordance with
manufacturer's instruction.
The location and the numbers of EEBDs should be indicated in the ship's fire
control plans.
Ship type
No. of training units
Cargo ship
Passenger ship carrying not more than 36

passengers
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EEBD training units

EEBD training units should be clearly marked.
317. Storage of cylinders containing acetylene or oxygen ........................................................
Oxygen and acetylene equipment including hoses, fittings, and regulators, should be
properly maintained. When the equipment is ready for use, the cylinders are most
properly located outside or in a deck locker with ventilation. When stored and not
in use, oxygen and acetylene bottles should be stored separately in different lockers
or in spaces separated by a fire division boundary or a wall.
The cylinders and equipment should always be protected from damage and secured
to prevent movement when the vessel is underway. In spite of dangers involved
with these materials, it has been found on some vessels that the condition, use, and
storage of these materials were in need of improvement. Common deficiencies
include: improper storage of cylinders, regulators damaged or unreliable, hoses
cracked and in need of replacement and improper fittings.
In this respect SVG is highlighting the guidelines as follows:
(a) Storage of Cylinders containing acetylene or oxygen
Cylinders containing acetylene or oxygen normally used for welding/gas cutting
should
be
provided
with
dedicated
storage
facility.
New
fixed
piping
installation should be in accordance with the rules of the vessels Classification

Society.
(b) Dedicated storage facility
If the vessel is fitted with a dedicated storage facility it should be:
- On or above the uppermost continuous deck in a lockable well ventilated room
or cabinet and not subject to extremes of temperature;
- The storage facility should be constructed of steel, be separated from other
spaces by gas tight divisions and should have direct access to the open deck.
- Where two or more bottles of each gas are intended to be carried in enclosed
spaces, separate dedicated storage rooms should be provided for each gas.
(c) Alternative storage facility
If a dedicated storage facility is not provided, the cylinders should be firmly
secured in an open deck area, on or above the uppermost continuous deck,
provided with purpose built storage racks and protected against mechanical
damage and direct exposure to the sun, wind and weather. The storage position
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should consist of a wire cage with a solid roof forming an enclosure that can be
locked to avoid interference by unauthorized persons.
(d) General Requirements
The following should apply:
a) No electrical equipment should be provided in the storage spaces unless it is
certified safe for use in flammable environments.
b) Gas cylinders, including empty cylinders, should be stored in an upright
position and securely fastened with arrangements that permit the rapid
disconnection of the cylinders.
c) A protective cover should be screwed to the head of each cylinder when it is
not in use, or being moved.
d) Storage spaces should be clearly marked with warning signs indicating that
Oxygen and Acetylene gases are stored inside. NO SMOKING signs should
be displayed at the gas cylinder storage rooms.
e) It should be ensured that cylinder valves, controls and associated fittings
should be kept free from oil, grease and paint. Valves should not be opened
with oily hands. Keep oxygen cylinders away from fuel-gas cylinders or
combustible materials (especially oil and grease).
f) Used cylinders should be stored as if they were full and the valves should be
left closed.
g) The cylinders should be hydrostatically tested. Hydrostatic pressure test should
not exceed a period of five (5) years.
h) The storage of acetylene and oxygen in machinery spaces is not permitted.
i) Relief valves should vent to a safe place on the open deck.
j) If two or more cylinders (of the same gas) are connected to a manifold the
supply pipes between the cylinders should be fitted with non-return valves.
k) Cylinders should be placed on wooden boards or similar arrangement so that
they are not in direct contact with the deck plating.
l) All components should be renewed at intervals recommended by their
manufacturer.
m) Points to remember:
- Turn off all valves on completion of work
- Never use oxygen to blow dust from clothing.
(e) Maintenance
It is recommended that a leak test of piping be performed at least once a year.
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This should be carried out by using the ordinary operating pressures for oxygen
and acetylene respectively. The gas supply to the pipelines should be stopped by
the central regulator being closed. The pressure in the pipelines should then
remain constant for at least eight (8) hours or all joints/connections tested with a
soapy water solution. If pressure drops or leaks are detected in the pipelines,
the installation should be checked and repaired by a suitably qualified person.
318. CAS survey .........................................................................................................................................
The Administration strictly follows the requirements stated in the resolution MEPC
94(46) as amended. If there is a deviation from the time schedule, the Administration
must be informed about the reasons of deviation. The decision will be taken on a
case by case basis.
The total traceability of the CAS (Condition Assessment Scheme) survey carried out
by the Classification Society must be available by records (surveyors qualification

and experience, thickness measurements, Company, etc).
Classification Society will submit the CAS final survey report to the Administration.
After satisfactory completion of the CAS survey, the Classification Society will
forward to the Administration a copy of the Interim Statement of Compliance.
If the ship does not meet the CAS requirements, she may be submitted for CAS
re-assessment as soon as possible but not later than six months after the date on
which the Administration declined the issuance of the Statement of Compliance.
319. Fixed CO2 fire-extinguishing system
.......................................................................................
According to SOLAS Reg. II-2/10.4.1.5, for the installation of the second carbon dioxide
releasing control on ships built before 1st July 2002, not later than the first scheduled
dry-docking survey after 1st January 2010, the following requirements should be
complied with:
- the relevant drawings should be approved in advance of the installation, by the ships
Classification Society;
- the operating instructions should be posted on board in the vicinity of the new and
old controls;
- the installation and the commissioning test of the releasing controls should be
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surveyed on board by the ships Classification Society.

320. Remotely located survival craft .......................................................................................................
The area where these remotely located survival craft(s) is/are stowed shall be provided
with
a minimum number of two lifejackets and two immersion suits
adequate means of illumination
an embarkation ladder or other means of embarkation (A knotted rope is not
acceptable as controlled manner.)
321. Ozone Depleting Substances Record Book ...................................................................................
All ships subject to IAPP certificate shll maintain an Ozone Depleting Substances
Record Book.
D PSC matters
401. Port State Control .............................................................................................................................
Surveys after detention
(a) When a SVG flagged ship is detained, the Company managing the ship or the
ships Master should inform immediately the Flag Administration and request the
Recognized Organization (RO) to attend the vessel immediately.
(b) When a St Vincent and The Grenadines ship is detained and the Classification
Society is called to attend, the Classification Society's surveyor shall not limit the
inspection to the deficiencies noticed by Port State Control.
(c) If the date of the detention falls within 3 months' window for statutory surveys,
they shall be conducted before the ship sails. In the case of renewal surveys, they
shall be conducted to the extent possible, except for safety equipment and radio,
which shall be completed. A time schedule for the completion of surveys at the next
convenient port shall be set and they shall not be delayed until the next end of the
window.
(d) If the date of the detention does not fall with in the 3 months' window the
Classification Society's Surveyor, after clearing the PSC deficiencies, shall carry out
a general examination of
the vessel including the items listed in [Appendix 1] and
shall complete the questions listed in [Appendix 2]. The surveyor shall then decide
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using his professional judgement whether extra surveys are required.

(e) In cases where the Surveyor deems that more thorough surveys are required, he
shall proceed as agreed for the change of flag when accompanied by a change of
the Company. The Classification Society shall send to the St Vincent and The
Grenadines Maritime Administration copies of the report on such cases. The
Classification Society shall send to the SVG copies of the report on such cases.
Surveys after PSC inspection with deficiencies identified which did not warrant
detention
(a) Company or Master obligation to inform the SVG: provide the Port State Control
inspection report and detailed/technically justified comments. Failure to do so might
lead to an additional shore based audit by RO.
(b) The Classification Society should inform the Administration of such cases which
are brought to their attention by PSC authorities. The Administration will decide
whether the case warrants further investigation. On the basis of the results of this
investigation the Administration in consultation with the Classification Society will
decide on the future policy.
Outstanding recommendations
Recommendations imposed by the Administration and/or PSC detention reports
received by the Administration shall be communicated to the Classification Society
and the latter shall ensure that they have been rectified according to the set schedule.
Otherwise the Classification Society shall contact the Administration for a decision on
the action to be taken.
Circular No. PSC 001 Rev.1, PSC 016 and PSC 018 Rev. 1 should be kept on board
vessels flying the SVG Flag.
E Others
501. Medicine chest & surgical equipment, instruments and supplies ......................................
The ILO recommends for an approved medicine chest with readily understandable
instructions to be on every ship without a doctor on board. The SVG requires every
ship to carry and maintain an adequate medicine chest.
It is assumed that the officer who has the responsibility for the care and treatment
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of seamen aboard a merchant vessel will have had training in the administration and
use of the recommended medicines.
It is recommended that the medicine chest be supplied in accordance with the
"Guidance to the International Medical Guides for Ships (IMGS) 3rd edition: Interim
advice on the best use of the medical chest for ocean-going merchant vessels
without a doctor onboard" jointly issued by WHO Collaborating Centres, for the
Health of Seafarers and the International Maritime Health Association.
The SVG requires a Certificate of Inspection for the medicine chest by a pharmacist
or trained medical professional as evidence that the medicine chest has been
examined and complies with aforementioned. Validity of such certificate shall not
exceed one year.
In the case where a doctor is present on board, the quantity and type of medicine to
be kept is at the discretion of the doctor and falls within his/her authority and
responsibility.
Ships carrying dangerous goods (IMDG Code) are required to carry on board, in
addition to the above requirements, a copy of the "Medical First Aid Guide for Use
in Accidents Involving Dangerous Goods".
502. Publications required on board SVG ........................................................................................
SVG(St Vincent And The Grenadines) allows for the above listed publications to be
in electronic format.
All publications on board ships, regardless of format, should be the latest editions or
duly updated.
Refer to Appendix 4 for the list of publications required on SVG registered vessels.
503. Valid St Vincent STCW 95 Endorsement
.............................................................................
The unavailability on board of a valid unexpired St Vincent STCW 95 Endorsement or

Letter Of Confirmation Of Receipt Of Application For The Issue Of A STCW 95
Endorsement,
is
breach
of
ISM
Code
Reg.
and
is
therefore
Major
Non-Conformity. As a consequence, extraordinary ISM and DOC audits may be

requested by the Administration.
504. Continuous Synopsis Record (CSR) .............................................................................................
According to Res.A.959(23) as modified by Res.MSC.198(80). a ship's CSR file

comprises the following original documents:
- All CSR documents (Form 1) issued by the ship's Administration(s), numbered
sequentially over the life of the ship;
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- All amendment forms (Form 2) attached to each individual CSR document relating
to changes made to that CSR document; and
- All indices of amendments (Form 3) listing all amendments (specified by
amendment forms) relating to each CSR document and attached to Form 1 above.
When any change relating to the entries listed in the current CSR Document of the
ship has taken place, this change shall be included without delay in the ship's CSR
File.
Pending the issue of a revised and updated CSR Document, the Company or Master
is requested to complete an Amendment Form (Form 2) showing only the items
changed and attach the original to the current CSR Document. A copy of the
completed Amendment Form shall be forwarded without delay to the SVG.
Additionally, whenever an Amendment Form is attached in date order to the ship's
current CSR Document, details of the amendment shall be entered in the Index of
Amendments (Form 3) and attached to the current CSR File. A copy of the revised
Index of Amendments Form shall be forwarded to the SVG along with the
Amendment Form. Upon receipt of copies of aforementioned documents, the SVG
shall, within a three month period from the date of the change issue the new CSR.
If the original CSR is lost, the Manager should apply for a duplicate CSR and
forward the SVG a "Declaration of Loss". This Declaration of Loss should be signed
by the Master and countersigned by the Company. The SVG will issue another
original CSR stating that it is a duplicate.
In case of transfer from the SVG to another Flag, the transferring Owner is
required to identify the gaining Flag Administration and request a certified copy of
the vessel's CSR File be provided to the gaining Flag Administration. This must
occur prior to this issue of the Deletion Certificate and the CSR showing the
deletion.
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Checklist for Bahamas flagged Ships
Name of Ship :
(for Owners)
Date
BHS

X
- : Not applicable
Satisfied
: To be confirmed

101. Exemption, extension or postponement .......................................................................................
An exemption from the requirements of international conventions, extension of
validity of statutory certificates or postponement of surveys, if any, shall be
authorized by the Government.
Every application for the following must be made DIRECT to the RO of the vessel
who issued the relevant Statutory Certificate on behalf of The Commonwealth of
The Bahamas.
i) for an Exemption to a Statutory provision or
ii) for an Equivalent to a Statutory provision or
iii) to Extend a survey date or
iv) to Postpone a survey, servicing period or any associated request
102. Display of valid Certificate of Inspection (COI) ....................................................................
The ship displays a valid Certificate of Inspection (COI) at a prominent location either
on the navigation bridge or within the ships accommodation.
103. Anniversary date ................................................................................................................................
The vessel that is accepted into Provisional Registry have its Anniversary date set to
be three months after the date of Provisional Registration.
104. Initial inspection ..................................................................................................................................
The first annual inspection (Initial inspection) shall be undertaken within the period of
Provisional Registry.
105. Annual inspection ...............................................................................................................................
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Any deficiencies noted by the Approved Nautical Inspector must be rectified by the
Company without undue delay and the London technical department of the BMA
informed by email. If, at the completion of the inspection, more serious deficiencies are
outstanding that affect the structural integrity or safe operation of the vessel or pose a
threat to the environment, the Inspector will consider the vessel to be unsatisfactory.
He will report the situation direct to the London technical department and an
appropriate course of action will then be agreed before the ship can sail.
106. Failure to Arrange an Inspection or Display a COI ..............................................................
The failure to either arrange for an initial or annual inspection within the prescribed
time range or to display a valid Bahamas COI is a deficiency. For a ship to which the
ISM Code applies failure to be in date with respect to the Bahamian annual
inspections will be deemed a non-conformity of the ship's Safety Management System.
107. Continued operation of category 2 & 3 tankers under MARPOL Annex I .....................
All Bahamian vessels of Category 2 and Category 3 tankers are allowed to continue
trading under the provisions of MARPOL Annex I Regulations 20 and 21, subject to
the approval of the Administration.
All Bahamian vessels applying to the Recognised Organization (RO) for amended
Form B of the IOPP supplement must be brought to the attention of the BMA
before the Form B is issued.
Agreement for the issue of IOPP supplement Form B will be given to the RO by
the BMA only after the conclusion of a satisfactory review.
108. Carriage of vegetable oils ...............................................................................................................
Ship type 2 meets all the requirements for ship type 3 and also the cargo tank
protection described in MARPOL Annex II/4.1.3.2. Therefore the exemption clause
applies equally to those ships. The Bahamas imposes no limit on quantity to be
carried in any cargo tank, regardless of ship type.
Recognised Organizations should assess individual applications for exemption under
MARPOL Annex II/4.1.3 before forwarding to BMA for consideration and those
applications will be notified to the BMA.
109. Ships "Out of Service," in "Lay Up" or on "Bareboat Charter" ..........................................
If an owner intends to take a Bahamian ship out of service, put it into "Lay up," or
bareboat charter it to a Foreign Registry for any period exceeding six months, this
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Administration must be advised. Such advice is to include:

- The date that the ship is to be taken out of service or bareboated
- The anticipated time period that the ship is expected to be out of service or
bareboated
- A reason or reasons for taking ship out of service.
The requirement to maintain Annual Inspections during this period may be
suspended. If that is the case then the Annual Inspections will be resumed and a
new Anniversary Date will be set by undertaking an "Initial Inspection" at least one
month prior to the vessel re-entering service or the Bahamian Register. The
Registration and Technical Departments of the BMA must be advised accordingly.
No specific permission is required from this Authority although notification to the
Inspections & Surveys and Registration Departments will enable the BMA to
maintain proper records and be ready to respond in context to any query about the
vessel. (tech@bahamasmaritime.com & reg@bahamasmaritime.com)
If no notification is made the BMA will assume that the vessel is trading normally
and maintaining a full regime of certification, surveys and inspections including
normal manning for such operations. Failure to notify the BMA and the relevant
Recognised Organisation(s) and Recognised Security Organisation of a vessel
entering lay-up, or to maintain a safe lay-up will be regarded as a serious ISM
non-conformity and may jeopardise the registration of the vessel.
The owner or manager must advise the BMA of the proposed length of the lay up
and the state of readiness of the vessel to resume trade. The owner or manager
should take advice as necessary including that of the Recognised Organisation.
B Change of flag
201. Certificate of Survey Form ...........................................................................................................
At the initial survey such as for flag change, the surveyor shall make and endorse a
Certificate of Survey and provide it to owner.
C Instruction for survey
........
301. CAS survey ....................................................................................

.............................................
In special circumstances such as lay-up or Hull Damage (including machinery), the
CAS (Condition Assessment Scheme) survey may be carried out outside the strict time
frame given in Res.MEPC94(46), only with the agreement of the BMA.
302. In-Water Survey for passenger ship
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SOLAS Chapter I requires an inspection of the outside of the ship's bottom to be
carried out as part of the annual renewal survey. Examination of the ship's bottom
is normally to be carried out in drydock.
Inspection of the outside of the ship's bottom in drydock and in-water
(a) For all passenger ships, the inspection of the outside of the ship's bottom must
be carried out in drydock at least twice in any five year period.
(b) The remaining annual inspections of the outside of the ship's bottom may be
carried out in-water provided that an appropriate Classification Society notation
for in-water survey is assigned to the ship, and:
i) the interval between bottom inspections in drydock does not exceed 36 months,
and
ii) the ship is arranged for in-water survey of the hull. Where practical, tailshaft
weardown, rudder pintle clearance and examination of propeller, stabilising
apparatus and other protuberances are able to be carried out.
(c) Acceptance of an application for in-water inspection of the ships bottom is also
subject to the following conditions:
i) The Owner shall request the Recognised Organisation (RO) to approve the in
water inspection at least four (4) weeks in advance of the intended date of
the inspection. The Owner's proposed schedule and the conditions for
performing the in water inspection must be acceptable to the RO to allow
effective planning and execution,
ii) The Master of the vessel shall confirm in writing that the vessel, to his best
knowledge, has not sustained any grounding or contact damage since the
previous bottom inspection and that nothing unusual has been observed to
suspect that any part of the ship's bottom or protuberances has been
otherwise damaged,
iii) The RO shall review the vessel survey records to confirm current
satisfactory condition of hull and machinery,
iv) The inspection must be carried out by a diving company which is approved
by the RO.
v) The in water inspection is to be performed under the direct supervision and
to the satisfaction of the attending exclusive RO surveyor(s).
(d) The RO shall submit their recommendation to the BMA for acceptance of
in-water inspection where the conditions specified in (a) and (b) above are not
satisfied.
Vessels under 15 years old

(a) For ships of less than 15 years of age (at the time the relevant docking is due),
an application may be made to permit one bottom inspection in drydock in any
five year period, however, the interval between dry dockings must not exceed 5
years. All applications shall be supported by appropriate technical information:
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i) confirmation that conditions in ii) below and (d) above are satisfied.
ii) confirmation that there is no overdue Condition of Class, Recommendation,
Memoranda or similar note relating to a defect in any part of the ship's
structure or machinery that affects the ship's bottom. In case of outstanding
items, special consideration will be given for ships which are able to
permanently rectify those items concurrent with the PS Certificate renewal
survey due.
(b) The application referred to in (a) above is to be submitted to the RO for
consideration prior to it submitting the final application, together with its
recommendation, to the BMA for review.
Inspection window
The bottom inspection, either performed in water or in drydock, shall be carried out
within the normal allowable window for PS Certificate renewal survey i.e. within
the 3 months window before the due date of the survey.
Applying for in-water inspection
(a) ROs are authorised to directly consider and, if satisfactory, approve applications
for all ships for in water inspection, in order to achieve the intended two bottom
inspections in drydock in any five year period, as set out in above.
Applications for ships which are unable to comply with any part of above are
to be forwarded to the BMA for consideration, together with the recommendation
of the RO.
(b) Any application for ships of less than 15 years of age, at the time when the
relevant docking is due, to convert one inspection in drydock in any five year
period to an in water inspection are to be forwarded by the RO together with its
recommendation to the BMA for consideration.
303. Watertight doors of passenger ships ...........................................................................................
For passenger ships constructed on or after 01 January 2007, the watertight doors to
be open during navigation shall be recorded on the Damage Control plan by the
Society after BMA approval.
304. EEBD .....................................................................................................................................................
Cargo ships in the accommodation spaces: Not less than two;

Passenger ships: Not less than two in each main vertical zone;
Passenger ships carrying more than 36 passengers: Not less than
vertical zone.
In the machinery spaces:
- One(1) in ECR, if located within the machinery space
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- One(1) in workshop places. If there is, however, a direct access to an escape

way from the workshop, and EEBD is not required.
- One(1) on each deck or platform near the escape ladder constituting the second
means of escape from the machinery space(other means being an enclosed escape
trunk or watertight door at the lower level of the space)
For machinery spaces of category A other than those containing internal

combustion machinery used for main propulsion, one(1) EEBD should, as a
minimum, be provided on each deck or platform level near the escape ladder
constituting the second means of escape from the space (the other means being an
enclosed escape trunk or watertight door at the lower level of the space)
In order to satisfy the SOLAS requirements for on-board training in the use of
EEBDs, the vessel shall have either:
(a) at least one separate EEBD clearly marked as designated for training, or
(b) the onboard facility to re-instate the EEBD that was used during the training
exercise.
Spare EEBD:
- Cargo ships: 50 % of the total number carried(not be more than four(4)
- Passenger ships: 100 % of the total number carried in one main vertical fire zone
but not less than two.
305. Maintenance for EEBDs ..................................................................................................................
Maintenance for EEBDs shall be in accordance with the manufacturer's instruction
and inspection, by a competent person (incorporating theoretical knowledge and
practical experience, and assessed and selected by the Company), and shall be
undertaken annually.
Hydrostatic pressure testing of the cylinder shall be undertaken at least once every
five years or in accordance with the manufacturer's instruction if such testing is
required on a more frequent basis. The test pressure and test date shall be clearly
and permanently marked on the cylinder.
Records of inspection, maintenance and testing shall be retained onboard for
examination. The records must include the test certificates and the inspection status
of each cylinder.
306. Hydrostatic
Hydrostatic
five years
required on
testing of the cylinder for EEBDs .......................................................................

testing of the cylinder for EEBDs shall be undertaken at least once every
or in accordance with the manufacturer's instruction if such testing is
a more frequent basis. The test pressure and test date shall be clearly and
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permanently marked on the cylinder.

307. Exemption from carriage of immersion suits .........................................................................
The regulation permits exemption from carriage of immersion suits when a cargo
vessel which is not a bulk carrier operates exclusively within warm climates e.g.
tropical waters between latitudes 30N and 30S.
308. Inspection and testing of immersion suits .................................................................................

The attention in respect of inspection and testing of immersion suits should be drawn
to MSC Circulars 1047 and 1114.
309. Lifeboat air cylinder test ...............................................................................................................
The periodical hydrostatic testing is required and advise that steel lifeboat air cylinders
should be tested at intervals not exceeding 5 years.
310. Servicing of LSA
.............................................................................................................................
Inflatable liferafts, inflatable lifejackets, marine evacuation systems, inflated rescue

boats and hydrostatic release units shall be serviced at intervals not exceeding 12
months.
The above service interval may be increased by up to 5 months if the vessel
trades to ports where there are no approved service stations.
If a vessel is operating under the HSSC, Recognised Organisations are permitted to
extend the servicing interval in line with the relevant annual or periodical survey
window i.e. 12 months +/- 3 months, up to a maximum of 18 months from the
last date of servicing without reference to the BMA.
311. Deployment of marine evacuation systems ...............................................................................
In addition to 310. above, each marine evacuation systems shall be deployed on a
rotational basis at least once every six years.
312. Extensions to Servicing Intervals
...............................................................................................
Recognised Organizations are authorized to consider applications for extension of

servicing of inflatable life saving equipment without reference to the BMA.
When considering applications for extension in service intervals Recognised
Organizations must verify that the justification for the extension is reasonable.
313. The periodic inspection of falls
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The survival craft must be lowered to the water, or the wire otherwise paid out,
such that the wire bears no weight and there is no more than one layer left on
the drum. The wire shall then be cleaned to facilitate a general inspection of its
condition.
The stationary parts of the wire, i.e. parts resting on or within sheaves and
locking devices, must be given particularly close attention during that inspection.
Once the wire is clean it must be verified as free from corrosion and that grease
had penetrated the whole wire.
After satisfactory inspection an approved type of grease shall be reapplied and the
wire re-wound on the drum as recommended by the manufacturer.
Wires found with corrosion or deterioration to the extent that their strength is
compromised must be replaced, not turned end-for-end.
314. Inspection and maintenance of fixed CO2 and Halon gas installations ..............................
A visual inspection of all cylinders forming part of a fixed fire extinguishing
installation shall be carried out annually by a competent person.
Where the fixed installation is under maintenance and inoperable, alternative
arrangements shall be made for dealing with fires in the protected spaces.
315. Hydrostatic pressure testing of CO2 and Halon gas cylinders .............................................
An annual inspection and maintenance is to be carried out in accordance with the
systems manufacturers instructions and safety precautions. This should include but
not limited to a visual inspection of the boundaries of the protected space for any
modifications that could have created uncloseable openings that would render the
system ineffective. All storage containers should be visually inspected for any signs
of damage, rust or loose mounting hardware. Cylinders that are leaking, corroded,
dented or bulging should be hydrostatically retested or replaced.
At least biennially (intervals of 2 years 3 months) in passenger ships or at each
intermediate, periodical or renewal survey in cargo ships, the following maintenance
should be carried out:
a) All high pressure cylinders and pilot cylinders should be weighed or have their
Cylinder contents verified by reliable means. Cylinders containing less than 90%
of the nominal charge should be refilled. The liquid level of low pressure
storage tanks should be checked to verify that the required amount of carbon
dioxide to protect the largest hazard is available;
b) The hydrostatic test date of all storage containers should be checked. High
pressure cylinders should be subjected to periodical tests at intervals not
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exceeding 10 years. Every 10 years, at least 10% of the total number provided
should be subjected to an internal inspection and hydrostatic test. If one or
more cylinders fail, a total of 50% of the onboard cylinders should be tested. If
further cylinders fail, all cylinders should be tested. Flexible hoses should be
replaced at the intervals recommended by the manufacturer and not exceeding
every 10 years. For existing ships which have to date applied the requirements
of Rev.00 of this bulletin for hydrostatic testing of HP CO2 cylinders, the above
testing regime should be applied at the renewal or periodical survey next due
on or after 01 January 2011.
c) The discharge piping and nozzles should be tested to verify that they are not
blocked. The test should be performed by isolating the discharge piping from
the system and blowing dry air or nitrogen from test cylinders or suitable
means through the piping.
With regard to potential leakage and losses to atmosphere in the course of Halon
transfer, and the limited availability of Halon reception facilities, periodical
hydrostatic testing of cylinders containing Halon Gas may be waived on application
to the BMA.
Low Pressure CO2 systems may be exempted from hydrostatic pressure testing,
subject to the following:
(a) The tank is to be constructed of a material which is not ordinarily prone to
corrosion (e.g. Stainless Steel, Aluminium or similar), and
(b) Fittings and inspection of the tank are in accordance with Classification Society
requirements, and
(c) Documentary evidence to show that the tank and associated systems have been
inspected and serviced annually.
(d) The tank shall not be exposed to extremes of temperature or pressure.
316. Specific requirements for Halon gas ...........................................................................................
In accordance with the provisions of SOLAS Chapter II-I on the installation of fire
extinguishing systems using Halon 1211, 1301 and 2402 and perfluorocarbons, such
system is prohibited on all new buildings. New installations on existing vessels are
also prohibited.
Discharge or Loss of Pressure of existing halon gas cylinder
(a) In the event of the discharge or loss of pressure of the halon gas cylinders the
BMA will accept the replenishment of the used cylinders which remain in
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satisfactory condition.
(b) The safety of the vessel and its crew remains paramount and if halon gas is
not readily available, the ship will be required to ensure that the affected space
has adequate fire fighting capability prior to departure from port. The adequacy
of any temporary arrangement shall be to the satisfaction of the Recognised
Organization and the BMA, taking into account the relevant guidance in IMO
MSC Circular 775.
Phase out of Halon gas
(a) There is no internationally agreed date for the phasing out of halon. However
there may be local or regional regulations that impose restrictions on the use
and/or phase out of halon. The BMA recommends that Owners make
themselves aware of these restrictions that may be applied by the country to
which the ship is trading.
(b) Owners of ships with existing halon systems should note that the worldwide
stock of halon is diminishing and it is strongly recommended that a plan is
implemented for the replacement the halon system onboard.
(c) Details of any proposed replacement of a system containing Halon must be
forwarded to the Recognised Organization.
317. Examination of portable fire extinguishers
..............................................................................
All extinguishers shall be examined annually by a qualified and experienced

competent person and records of the examinations shall be retained on board.
The containers of permanently pressurised fire extinguishers, propellant bottles of
non-pressurised extinguishers and other extinguishers must be hydraulically
pressure tested at intervals of ten (10) years. Containers of non-pressurised
extinguishers shall also be tested at intervals of ten (10) years.
If the loss of gas from a carbon dioxide extinguisher or propellant bottle of any
other type of extinguisher exceeds by 10% of the original charge as stamped on the
extinguisher or bottle, the extinguisher or bottle must be inspected and recharged.
Any extinguisher or bottle which has excessive corrosion shall be replaced.
318. Number of portable fire extinguishers and spare charges .....................................................
The number of portable fire extinguishers required by SOLAS Chapter II-2 is the
number required to satisfy Classification Society rules but in no case less than five
(5) for ships of 1,000 gross tonnage and upwards.
The minimum number of spare charges carried on board for portable extinguishers
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shall be in accordance with SOLAS Chapter II-2, namely:

100% for the first 10 extinguishers; and
50% for the remaining extinguishers up to a maximum of 60.
Additional extinguishers of the same type and capacity shall be carried in lieu of
spare charges for any extinguishers which cannot be charged on board ship.
Instructions for recharging extinguishers shall be carried on board ship.
319. Records for fire fighting equipment ...........................................................................................
Records for fire fighting equipment shall be maintained onboard of annual inspections,
other maintenance and testing, deficiencies identified and corrective actions performed.
320. LRIT system .......................................................................................................................................
If a ship is fitted with more than one shipborne equipment that is intended to be
utilised for LRIT purposes and integrated into The Bahamas LRIT Data Centre, a
satisfactory conformance test must be carried out and Conformance Test Report
issued for each equipment.
On completion of conformance testing, the vessel's Manager/Company should use
the form contained in Appendix 1 to submit an application, with a copy of the
vessel's certificate related to the radio related survey, ship radio license application
(Bahamas form R108 version 1.2), applicable fee for the Conformance Test Report
and revised Ship Radio License.
Conformance Test Reports: Validity and amendments
In accordance with the provisions of Sections 7.2, 7.3 and 10 of MSC.1/Circ. 1307,
the shipborne equipment is required to undergo a conformance test and a new
Conformance Test Report is required to be issued where:
(a) There are changes to the LRIT shipborne equipment,
(b) The LRIT shipborne equipment becomes not serviceable,
(c) The Bahamas has withdrawn authorisation to the Testing ASP that conducted
the conformance test,
(d) The BMA has been notified by the Recognized ASP that the shipborne
equipment is not operating within the parameters of the Conformance Test
Report and/or in accordance with the LRIT performance standards,
(e) The affected vessel has transferred to the Bahamas flag and its Conformance
Test Report has been issued by an ASP that is neither a Bahamas Recognized
ASP nor a Bahamas Testing ASP,
(f) The vessel is intended to operate outside the sea area noted on the Conformance
Test Report.
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Failure of the LRIT equipment, switching off the LRIT equipment, ceasing the
distribution of LRIT Information, and reducing the frequency or temporarily stopping
the transmission of LRIT information
(a) The BMA will advise the relevant parties if it intends to cease the distribution
of LRIT information and/or reduce the frequency or temporarily stop transmitting
LRIT Information. The Master shall record such notification in the vessel's
Official Log Book.
(b) The Master or Company Security Officer shall notify the BMA in writing
(lrit@bahamasmaritime.com) of the following circumstances that may warrant the
LRIT equipment being switched off:
- ship is undergoing repairs, modifications or conversions in dry-dock
- in port or is laid up for a long period
- circumstances where the ship is without electrical power for longer than 12
hours.
In such cases, the notification and subsequent agreement shall be recorded in the
ship's Official Log Book and the BMA shall be advised when the LRIT
equipment is switched on in order that it can be re-integrated into the Bahamas
Data Centre.
(c) The Master or CSO shall notify the BMA, Recognised Organisation and if
applicable, the port state authorities of any failure of the LRIT equipment. In
such cases, the notification shall be recorded in the ships Official Log Book and
all applicable parties shall be advised when the LRIT equipment is fully
operational.
(d) If the Master deems that there will be a compromise to the safety or security
of the vessel and that this risk would be reduced by switching off the LRIT
shipborne equipment, the Master or Company Security Officer should provide the
BMA (lrit@bahamasmaritime.com) at the earliest opportunity of the equipment
being turned off.
Transfer of flag and ships permanently being taking out of service
(a) Recognising the need to ensure a timely integration of a vessel to The Bahamas
data centre, Companies intending to transfer a LRIT applicable ship/unit to The
Bahamas should provide the BMA with the following information:
If
the ship IMO number

current flag
the proposed date of transfer and
copy of existing Conformance Test Report.
the Testing ASP is also authorised by the Bahamas, the Company should
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instruct the Testing ASP to forward the LRIT conformance test results, in the
required format, to Fulcrum Maritime Systems Ltd as the Manager of The
Bahamas LRIT Data Centre, in order to enable effective integration.
(b) Companies should note that a transfer of flag may require a vessel to undergo
a new conformance test of the LRIT shipborne equipment where the Testing
ASP is not authorized by The Bahamas. It should be noted that the time period
for such conformance testing maybe 48 hours and the vessel does not have to
be in port at the time of the test.
(c) Where a ship/unit is to be transferred from The Bahamas flag or will be
permanently taken out of service, Companies should promptly notify the BMA
and settle all outstanding and pending matters in order to enable the timely
decommissioning of the LRIT shipborne equipment from The Bahamas Data
Centre.
(d) As a vessel has to be integrated to data centre in order to transmit the
required
LRIT
information,
Companies
should
note
that
the
integration/decommission of a LRIT shipborne equipment is critical to ensuring
that affected vessels are not undue delayed for failing to transmit LRIT
information.
321. LRIT conformance test LRIT ......................................................................................................
The conformance test should be conducted before the radio related survey due date.
If the test has been unsuccessful, the vessel should still have documentation
attesting to a conformance test being carried out.
If the survey relating to safety equipment is not harmonized with that of the
survey of the radio equipment and where the safety equipment related survey is
conducted prior to the radio related survey on a ship/unit which has not yet
undergone LRIT conformance testing, the RO should:
(a) issue the safety equipment related certificate with a validity date that should not
end beyond the end of the survey window of the radio related certificate, and
(b) endorse the certificate to reflect that there is no valid Conformance Test Report
for shipborne LRIT equipment onboard.
In the event that the radio related survey is carried out for a LRIT applicable
vessel and there is no Conformance Test Report onboard, the RO shall issue the
short term radio related certificate valid to the end of the normal survey window. If
there is no documentary evidence to attest that effort was undertaken to carry out
the conformance test, the RO should notify the body that issued the ISM Safety
Management Certificate and the BMA.
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In the event that the radio related survey is carried out for a LRIT applicable
vessel at the end of the survey window and there is no valid Conformance Test
Report onboard, the RO shall liaise with the BMA in order to determine the course
of action.
Conformance Test Reports: Validity and amendments
In accordance with the provisions of Sections 7.2, 7.3 and 10 of MSC.1/Circ. 1296,
the shipborne equipment is required to undergo a conformance test and a new
Conformance Test Report is required to be issued where:
(a) There are changes to the LRIT shipborne equipment,
(b) The LRIT shipborne equipment becomes not serviceable,
(c) The Bahamas has withdrawn authorisation to the Testing ASP that conducted
the conformance test,
(d) The BMA has been notified by the Recognized ASP that the shipborne
equipment is not operating within the parameters of the Conformance Test
Report and/or in accordance with the LRIT performance standards
(e) The affected vessel has transferred to the Bahamas flag and its Conformance
Test Report has been issued by an ASP that is neither a Bahamas Recognized
ASP nor a Bahamas Testing ASP
(f) The vessel is intended to operate outside the sea area noted on the Conformance
Test Report.
Switching off the LRIT equipment, ceasing the distribution of LRIT Information,
and reducing the frequency or temporarily stopping the transmission of LRIT
information
(a) The Master shall record such notification in the vessels Official Log Book.
(b) The Master or Company Security Officer shall notify the BMA in writing
(lrit@bahamasmaritime.com) of the following circumstances that may warrant
the LRIT equipment being switched off:
- ship is undergoing repairs, modifications or conversions in dry-dock
- in port or is laid up for a long period
- circumstances where the ship is without electrical power for longer than 12
hours.
In such cases, the notification and subsequent agreement shall be recorded in
the ships Official Log Book and the BMA shall be advised when the LRIT
equipment is switched on in order that it can be re-integrated into the Bahamas
Data Centre.
(c) If the Master deems that there will be a compromise to the safety or security
of the vessel and that this risk would be reduced by switching off the LRIT
shipborne equipment, the Master or Company Security Officer should provide
the BMA (lrit@bahamasmaritime.com) with such concerns prior to the
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equipment being turned off.

The BMA will notify the Company of any failure of the Recognized ASP,
Communication Service Provider (CSP), Bahamas LRIT Data Centre or any other
circumstances that will affect the transmission of LRIT information from the ship.
The Master shall record such notification in the ship's Official Log Book.
Designated ASP list
- Fulcrum Maritime Services Ltd.
- Pole Star Space Applications Ltd
- Securewest International Incorporated
- Transas Ltd
- SatPro Int. Ltd. & Co KG
322. Drainage Requirements for Ro-Ro spaces ..........................................................
Bahamas implements the requirements of SOLAS Reg. II-2/20.6.1.5 to all spaces (all
open and closed vehicle spaces and special category spaces) with fixed pressure
water-spraying systems as a national requirement on Bahamas ships from 1 January
2010.
D PSC matters
401. Preparation for the PSC Inspection
............................................................................................
A number of industry bodies (e.g. Class Societies and P&I Clubs etc.) have
produced checklists and guidance relating to preparation for PSC inspection and
Companies may find these useful in ensuring that the vessel is routinely prepared
for PSC inspections.
The BMA expects and requires that every vessel under its registration is
maintained compliant with relevant requirement at all times. Companies are
reminded that failures and breakdowns of equipment need not be a cause for
detention provided that the Flag State and Recognised Organisation have been
advised an soon as the breakdown is experienced, and the Port State has been
alerted prior to arrival. Such reports may be the trigger for PSC Officers (PSCO) to
attend on board and the vessel and crew must be prepared for this attendance.
Masters should recognize that PSCO have an expectation that their attendance on
board will be given full and prompt attention. It is important to establish a
professional working relationship with the PSCO.
402. Training for PSC ...............................................................................................................................
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The BMA has noted some inconsistencies in approach and interpretation between
and within various Port States. It is important that senior officers on board are
familiar with the PSC process to ensure that the inspection is carried out in a
manner consistent with IMO Res.A.787(19) as amended - "Procedures for Port State
Control".
This is a publication from IMO and a copy should be carried on board to assist in
a professional participation in the PSC process. Companies are urged to ensure that
the Safety Management System incorporates procedures to prepare for, and to deal
with PSC inspections and detentions to prevent confusion and un-necessary delay.
403. PSC & The International Safety Management Code (ISM) ................................................
Every detention, or other PSC deficiency, is considered to be ISM-related and
companies are required to perform a formal analysis of the root causes and
appropriate corrective actions to prevent similar detainable items arising.
Proper implementation of the Safety Management System on board can be an
effective tool to reduce deficiencies found at PSC and any other inspection.
Unacceptable Causes of detention
There are some causes for detention which are easily identified and are not
acceptable to the BMA. In general terms, such items include those where:
(a) Valid statutory certificates are not onboard the ship;
(b) Deficiencies/failures have not been reported to Classification Society or Flag
State (RO) for agreed acceptance pending temporary arrangements in place;
(c) Equipment has been poorly maintained and/or maintenance has been
inappropriately documented or not documented within the shipboard maintenance
system;
(d) Equipment which requires Flag State/Classification Society/RO approval has
been fitted, modified or removed, or structural changes have been made without
proper consultation with Flag State/Classification Society/RO;
(e) Critical equipment has not been subject to regular testing as required (e.g.
emergency equipment such as fan dampers and emergency fire pump).
404. Reporting and Follow up of PSC detentions ............................................................................
Managers are required to immediately notify the BMA, the Classification Society
and/or Recognised Organisation issuing the affected certificate and the ISM issuing
body, of any detention of a Bahamian registered vessel. In addition, Managers are
required to invite the Classification Society and relevant Recognised Organisation on
board to assist in clearing up the deficiencies.
The initial report to the BMA must include:
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- A full copy of the PSC report,

- Advice of actions taken or planned to rectify all deficiencies at the earliest
opportunity,
- Confirmation of notification to Classification Society and Recognised
Organisations as appropriate.
Good communications are essential to enable prompt resolution of matters related to
PSC detention. It is important that the BMA receive the initial report so that an
assessment of the detention can be made. Subsequent action in section 3 below may
be modified according to the result of BMA's review of the initial report.
Managers are required to perform a formal analysis of the root causes and take the
appropriate corrective actions to prevent similar deficiencies arising. The report of
this analysis and corrective actions (final report) must be submitted to the BMA at
the earliest opportunity, but not later than three weeks of the date of detention.
BMA will examine the report by managers and PSC to determine if any further
action is appropriate. Such measures may include an additional ISM audit or BMA
inspection. Please refer to BMA information bulletin 120.
E Others
501. MARPOL Annex VI - Sulphur Oxides (SOx)
......................................................................
Ships operating in SECAs may carry different grades of fuel oils. In such cases,
sufficient time for the fuel oil service system to be fully flushed of all fuels
exceeding 1.5% m/m sulphur content prior to entering a SECA shall be provided.
Such changeovers shall be primarily documented in the Engine Room Logbook,
including:
the volume of the low sulphur fuel oils in all tanks,
the date, time and the position of the ship when any fuel changeover operation
is started and completed.
The Oil Record Book Part I may alternatively be used to record low sulphur
operation. Entries should be made under paragraph (I) additional operational
procedures.
502. Oil record book ...................................................................................................................................
In case of Oil Record Book removal by a former manager, a certified copy of the
last Oil Record Book in use must be left on board for the benefit of the new
managers, with entries covering a period of not less than six months. The copy
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may take the form of loose leaves. However such leaves must be suitably bound to
form an accurate representation of the completed parts of the book in its original
format. Certifying of the copy may take the form of a declaration on Company
headed paper, signed and stamped by the ship's Master.
A transfer of any liquid which is required to be recorded in the Oil Record Book
includes draining by gravity, movement by pump or manual method, or any other
means which effects the movement of that liquid from one location to another.
Operations which have the possibility to result in a discharge overboard or tank
overflow of oil or oil mixtures shall be carried out by a responsible officer only.
Other operations which cannot result in a discharge overboard or tank overflow
may be carried out by a junior crew member acting under the direct supervision of
a responsible officer. An example of this is the draining of a leakage tank to a
sludge tank with verified available capacity. Pumping operations should be carried
out only by a responsible officer, especially where error in valve operation is
possible.
Oil Record Book entry must be made directly on completion of the operation. Where
a watchkeeping officer makes a number of similar transfers in the course of a
watch, it is acceptable to enter the total sum of the transfer into the Oil Record
Book as a single entry. An example of this might be several bilges pumped from
the same space to the same bilge holding tank. The period covered must not exceed
six hours and the entry must make it clear that the transfers were made over such
a period.
Each entry must be checked at the earliest opportunity by the Chief Engineer for
accuracy and content. Any necessary amendments are required to be made within
24 hours of the operation carried out. Amendments are acceptable provided that they
are endorsed by both the Chief Engineer and the officer responsible for the
operation. Amendments shall take the form of a single thin line through the
erroneous entry and must include the date of amendment. A corrected entry is to
be made at the first clear line available below.
Each completed and checked page of the Oil Record Book must be presented to the
Master for endorsement without delay, i.e. at the first opportunity during his
working day.
BHS.CHK 18/19 (2012.12)
KOREAN REGISTER
503.
Extended Dry-docking Interval System(EDD)
......................................................................
KR has authorized to carry out the "Extended Dry-docking Interval System(EDD)"
with KR Rules on behalf of Bahamas of the ship. However, subject to meeting the
KR Rules, the approval for the individual ship by Bahamas is required. For this
purpose, application should be made through the Survey Team.
BHS.CHK 19/19 (2012.12)
KOREAN REGISTER

Checklist for Belize flagged Ships
(for Owners)
BLZ
Name of Ship :
Date
Note for completion of survey:

X
Surveyed/confirmed and found satisfactory
Recommendations
Not applicable

101. All exemption certificates, if any, have been issued directly by the Adminstration.
Our Society is not authorized to issue any exemption certificate................................
102. Conditional certificates shall not be issued without the previous authorization of
IMMARBE, and the validity of the certificate will be cleared by IMMARBE Head
Office before the Conditional Certificate has been issued. Maximum non-extendable
period 60 days.
.................................................................................................................
103. GMDSS equipment may be in accordance with the National Regulation for vessel
engaged in domestic voyage ....................................................................................................
B Change of ship's name

201. The new name has been duly marked on the vessel and its lifeboats, lifebuoys,
manuals etc including the following registration documents...........................................
- Patent of Navigation; ............................................................................................................
- Ship Station License; ............................................................................................................
- Minimum Safe Manning Certificate.................................................................................
BLZ.CHK 1/3 (2011.12)
KOREAN REGISTER
C Instruction for PSC

301. If the date of the detention falls within the 3 months window for statutory
surveys other than the renewal surveys, the survey has been completed before the
ship sails...........................................................................................................................................
302. If the date of the detention falls within the 3 months prior to the due date of the
renewal surveys, the survey has been conducted to the extent possible before the
ship sails, except for safety equipment and radio, which is to be completed. A
time schedule for the completion of surveys at the next convenient port shall be
set and their completion shall not be delayed until the end of the window..........
303. If the date of the detention does not fall within the 3 months' window for
statutory surveys, a general examination of the vessel including the items listed
in Appendix 1 of the TN(Technical Note)-0010 has been made and questions
listed in Appendix 2 of the TN(Technical Note)-0010 has been completed after
clearing the PSC deficiencies..................................................................................................
304. Where a ship has been detained and the PSC inspection report explicitly
references an ISM major non-conformity, an additional audit of the vessel's
Safety Management System has been performed and the extent of this additional
audit should be:............................................................................................................................
- Equivalent to the mandatory initial audit of the shipboard part of the SMS, in
case the major non-conformity is identified within twelve months or less from
the date of the initial/renewal audit or less than six months prior to the
renewal audit, or ...................................................................................................................
- Equivalent to the mandatory intermediate audit of the shipboard part of the
SMS, in case the major non-conformity is identified twelve months or more
from the date of the initial/renewal audit or more than six months prior to the
renewal audit............................................................................................................................
305. An additional audit to the extent of the annual audit has been performed for the
Company, if during the shipboard audit, it becomes apparent that problems also
exist with the SMS of the Company...................................................................................
BLZ.CHK 2/3 (2011.12)
KOREAN REGISTER
D Instruction for Survey

401. Requirements for radio officers of GMDSS ship
(1) A ship engaging only within the sea area A1:...............................................................
- one(1) deck officer qualified for GOC...............................................................................
(2) A ship navigating beyond the sea area A2 and applied by the shore based
maintenance ...............................................................................................................................
- two(2) deck officer qualified for GOC or one(1) dedicated radio officer with GOC.
(3) A ship navigating beyond the sea area of A2 and applied by the at-sea
electronic maintenance.............................................................................................................
- A dedicated radio operator qualified for the 1st or 2nd ROC and one(1) deck
officer qualified for GOC or, .............................................................................................
- Any crew qualified for the 1st or 2nd ROC and two(2) deck officers qualified
for GOC ...................................................................................................................................
402. The qualified Company or Service Supplier for lifesaving appliances, launching
equipment and on-load release gear has been approved by our Society..................
403. LRIT conformance test has been satisfactorily completed by Pole Star Applications
Limited (Pole Star) which is the only authorized testing application service
provider(ASP). ..............................................................................................................................
404. The ship complied with the provisions for the Accommodation of
Convention
(No.92
and
No.133)
of
the
International
Crews
Labour
Organization(ILO)..........................................................................................................................
BLZ.CHK 3/3 (2011.12)
KOREAN REGISTER

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KOREAN REGISTER OF SHIPPING

01. 12. 2009

01. 05. 2010

01. 12. 2010

01. 12. 2011

31. 12. 2012

KOREAN REGISTER OF SHIPPING

Note for completion of inspection:

A Survey and Certification

Above circulars are available on Cyprus Homepage(www.mcw.gov.cy).

CYP.CHK 1/15 (2012.12)

CYP.CHK 2/15 (2012.12)

accepted for registration in the Cyprus Register of Ships. .................................................

for registration in the Cyprus Register of Ships. .................................................................

short international voyages

voyages within the territory of a State,

if Age > 10 years:

Passenger ships and Passenger High

Passenger ships and Passenger High

Additional inspection required

if Age > 10 years:

other than Cyprus

Passenger ships and Passenger High

Speed Craft engaged on domestic

required to be inspected and

if the ship is carrying industrial or

special purpose personnel

Age > 10 years:

CYP.CHK 3/15 (2012.12)

Circular No.12/2012 on Department of Merchant Shipping homepage. ..............

has been also carried out(see

C Instruction for Survey

- For cargo ship in accommodation area: two(2) EEBDs; ..........................................

CYP.CHK 4/15 (2012.12)

Remotely located watch stations are those located

Appliances Plan has been updated accordingly. ...............................................................

CYP.CHK 5/15 (2012.12)

equipment of the Cargo Ship Safety Equipment Certificate; additionally,

CYP.CHK 6/15 (2012.12)

CYP.CHK 7/15 (2012.12)

open and use for drills.

MSC.1/Circ.1206, either by:. .....................................................................................................

CYP.CHK 8/15 (2012.12)

extinguishing systems and equipments. ......................................................

CYP.CHK 9/15 (2012.12)

inspected at interval not exceeding five years.

inspected and hydrostatically tested at interval not exceeding ten years

discharged should be at least internally inspected before they are being

extinguishers, additional portable and non-portable fire extinguishers of

CYP.CHK 10/15 (2012.12)

manufacturer of the extinguisher for which they will be used or materials

CYP.CHK 11/15 (2012.12)

portable oxygen set

relation self-contained breathing apparatus. ....................................................

containing ozone depleting substances. ..............................................................................

CYP.CHK 12/15 (2012.12)

following surveys was performed as appropriate: ............................................................

after clearing the

will carry out

CYP.CHK 13/15 (2012.12)