All ships over 400 GT are subject to surveys and certification. Ships below 400 GT will be subject...
Author - Amit Sharma
What is CSR or Continuous Synopsis Record ?
As per SOLAS chapter XI-1 , every ship to maintain a continuous Synopsis Record. The CSR shall...
What are regulations/ requirements for lifeboat as per SOLAS?
As per SOLAS Chapter 3, Regulation 41 ,General requirements for lifeboats Lifeboat fittings All...
What is meaning of WGS 84 or World Geodetic System 84 ?
World Geodetic System (WGS). GPS receivers operate on the World Geodetic System (WGS) global...
What are the requirements (regulations) of life rafts as per...
Life raft is a survival craft used for sustaining the lives of persons in distress from the time of...
What is ESP or Enhanced Survey Program, its applicability &...
Enhanced survey programme is a guideline for shipping companies and owners to prepare their ship...
What is IMO performance standard requirements for BNWAS?
IMO performance standard for BNWAS are as follows: Operational modes The BNWAS shall incorporate...
What is Annex VI of MARPOL 73/78 (Regulations for the Prevention...
MARPOL Annex VI special areas: Baltic sea (Sox) +24NM off California coast North sea (Sox) North...
An ergonomic nightmare!
‘An ergonomic nightmare’ is an expression often to be heard emanating from the mariner, reflecting...
The effects of Regulations
‘A remorseless and never ending escalation in time and paperwork’ The most obvious, and...