What is ISM Requirements ?

The ISM Code is divided into 16 sections

• It is based on the requirements of ISO 9002.

The Code requires that all companies who manage ships develop, implement, and maintain a Safety Management System.

An introduction to the general purpose of the code and its objectives

The objectives of the ISM Code include :-

1. safety at sea;
2. safety of limb;
3. safety of life; and
4. safety of property including the marine environment.

Consequently, the safety management objectives of the company should be:-

1. safe practices in ship operation;
2. safeguards against all identified risks;
3. continuous improvement of safety management skills of all personnel in the company.

The Company must put in writing its POLICY on the safety and the protection of the marine environment and make sure that everyone knows about it and follows it.