The ISM code MSIS02 R10.24 Instructions for the guidance of surveyors on International management code for the safe operation of ships and for Pollution prevention

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The book is a guide for inspectors and specialists involved in verifying the compliance of ships with the International Safety Management (ISM) Code. It describes in detail the objectives and principles of ISM, as well as the legislative framework and procedures for certifying ships, including paperwork and audits. Particular attention is paid to preparing for inspections, auditor qualifications, and identifying and eliminating non-conformities. The book covers key aspects of ship safety management, the responsibilities of management and crew, as well as the specifics of working with port inspections and international requirements. The guide is intended to ensure uniform inspection standards and improve the level of maritime safety.

Content
Preface
Recent amendments
1. Introduction and background
1.1. Purpose of the instructions
1.2. The ism code
1.3. Why is there an ism code?
1.4. UK and IMO measures towards safe management of ships
1.5. Principles and objectives of the ism code
1.6. The safety culture
1.7. The UK policy
1.8. The ism audit for compliance
1.9. Index of documents
2. Legislative requirements
2.1. International legislation
2.2. European union legislation
2.3. Merchant shipping (ism code) regulations 2014
3. The certification process
3.1. The document of compliance (DOC)
3.2. The safety management certificate (SMC)
3.3. Issue of interim doc and SMC
3.4. Companies operating a multi-flagged fleet
3.5. Amending the doc to include new ship types
3.6. Cancellation or suspension of doc or SMC
3.7. Extension of certificates/audits not requested on time
4. Conducting the audit
4.1. Auditor qualifications: basic competence for performing verification
4.2. The safety management system (SMS)
4.3. Request for audit
4.4. Document review and planning
4.5. Initial audits
4.6. The document of compliance (DOC)
4.7. The safety management certificate (SMC) audit
4.8. Annual verification (doc) and intermediate verification (SMC) audits
4.9. Doc and SMC renewal audit
4.10. Responsibilities of lead auditor
4.11. The audit plan
4.12. Guidance on typical agenda for opening and closing meetings
4.13. Categories of audit findings
4.14. Non-conformity note
4.15. Human element
4.16. Audit report
4.17. Audit report for document of compliance audit
4.18. Audit report for safety management certificate audit
4.19. Close out of non-conformities and observations
4.20. Corrective action
4.21. Confidentiality of audit
5. Extract of ism code & UK (policy) interpretation
5.1. General
5.2. Safety and environmental protection policy
5.3. Company responsibilities and authority
5.4. Designated person(s)
5.5. Master's responsibility and authority
5.6. Resources and personnel
5.7. Shipboard operations
5.8. Emergency preparedness
5.9. Reports and analysis of non-conformities, accidents and hazardous occurrences
5.10. Maintenance of the ship and equipment
5.11. Documentation
5.12. Company verification, review and evaluation
5.13. Certification and periodical verification
5.14. Interim certification
5.15. Verification
5.16. Forms of certificates
6. Reporting & filing ETC
6.1. Reporting & quality control procedures (doc & SMC)
6.2. Pelorus
7. Port state control
7.1. Examination of certificates
8. Particular issues
8.1. Laid up ships
8.2. Submersible craft
9. Annex a - MCA audit opening & closing meetings
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