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What is the purpose of Flag State Control? |
The flag state of a vessel is the state under whose laws the vessel is registered or licensed. |
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What is a DOC? |
This means a Document of Compliance issued to a company which complies with the requirements of the code. |
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What is a safety management system? |
This is a structured and documented system enabling company personnel to implement effectively the company safety and environmental protection policy. |
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What is a safety management certificate? |
This is a document issued to a ship which signifies that the company and its shipboard management operate in accordance with the approved safety management system. |
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What is a major non-conformity? |
A Major Non-Conformity is an identifiable deviation that poses a serious threat to the safety of personnel or the ship or a serious risk to the environment that requires immediate corrective action or the lack of effective and systematic implementation of a requirement of this code. |
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What are the objectives of the ISM Code? |
To Ensure safety at sea, prevention of human injury or the loss of life, and avoidance of damage to the environment, in particular to the marine environment and to property. |
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What are the functional requirements of a safety management system? |
1 - A safety and environmental-protection policy 2 - Instructions and procedures to ensure safe operation of ships and international and flag state legislation. 3 - Defined levels of authority and lines of communication between and amongst, shore and shipboard personnel. 4 - Procedures for reporting accidents and non-conformities with the provisions of this code 5 - Procedures to prepare for and respond to emergency situations. 6 - Procedures for internal audits and management reviews. |
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What is a Document of Compliance (IMDG)? |
This is a document which is required to be carried by all vessels intending to transport Dangerous goods at sea. It details the classes which the ship is suitable to carry as well as the cargo spaces where they may be carried. Also listed is any additional safety equipment which the ship must carry and maintain. This document is renewed following a survey every 5 years. |
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What is a Document of Compliance (ISM)? |
Issued to a company it declares that the companies SMS is satisfactory. A copy should be kept on board each vessel listed on the DOC. Only valid for ships listed on it. Issued for 5 years max. Annual Verification within 3 months of anniversary date. DOC to be withdrawn if annual verification not requested. If DOC withdrawn all ships SMCs/ISMCs withdrawn also. |
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To whom does the IMDG Code apply to? |
The codes applies to all ships irrespective of size or type, carrying substances, material or articles identified by this code as being dangerous goods and marine pollutants. This code applies to all ships carrying dangerous goods in packaged form, but does not apply to ships stores and equipment. |
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Which MGN provides guidance on the carriage of DG's on Offshore Support Vessels? |
MGN 282 |
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To whom does the Cargo Stowage and Securing Manual apply to? |
The CSS Code states that every vessel must carry a Cargo Securing Manual which must be ship specific and approved by the Flag State Administration. |
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Where might you find information on Lifting Appliances? |
The Code of Safe Working Practices Statutory Instrument for Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment. |
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What is Lifting Gear? |
Any gear which a load can be attached to a lifting appliance and which does not form an integral part of that appliance or load but DOES NOT INCLUDE pallets, one trip slings and pre slung cargo slings and freight containers. |
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What is a lifting plant? |
Includes any lifting appliance or lifting gear. |
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How often must you check lifting plants? |
At least every 12 months After every statutory test |
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How often would a proof load test be undertaken? |
After the installation of the plant After repair or alteration likely to affect SWL At least every 5 years |
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What certificates are there for Lifting Appliances? |
After every statutory test a report must be produced within 28 days and kept for 2 years. |
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What is a Chain Register? |
A paper or electronic document kept on board including details of any lifting gear on board including loose items. In a format recommended by the ILO. |
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What markings would you expect to find on a piece of lifting equipment? |
Its SWL including changes as per radius Means of Identification |
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What are the requirements for lifting plant kept on board? |
Good Design Sound Construction and Material Free from patent defect Fit for purpose Properly installed or assembled Properly Maintained Used in Safe and Proper Manner Not Loaded in excess of SWL except for Statutory test. |
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How would you maintain a crane on board your vessel? |
Check the SWL Certificates are up to date Check certificates for all associated lifting gear/ wires. Is the vessels Chain Register up to date Is the SWL of the gear sufficient for intended cargo Inspect all crane for signs of damage or excessive wear. Inspect all crane wires for signs of damage or excessive wear Test all limit switches Test all cut out switches Ensure all points are greased Ensure wires are greased Ensure Jib angle indicator is working appropriately Check all cargo slings for excessive wear Ensure SWL certificates are available for all cargo slings |
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Prior to operating lifting plan what would you check for? |
Oil Leaks Worn/Damaged wires Cracked Welds Corrosion Bent or Damaged attachments Incorrect connections of attachments Missing markings Check all controls and indicators/limiters |
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Name some equipment which might be listed in chain register? |
Derricks Cargo Cranes Store Cranes Loose Gear incl. Blocks/Shackles/Cargo Hooks Wires used with cargo gear Gangways and gangway wires Lifeboat and Raft davits Chain blocks Pilot Hoists Fixed lifting points Wires used for lashing cargo Mooring ropes or wires Anchor chains |
