What are the objectives of the safety management system of the company?
- Provide for safe practices in ship operation and a safe working environment.
- Establish safeguards against all identified risks.
- Continuously improve safety management skills of personnel, including preparing for emergencies.
The safety management system should ensure:
- Compliance with mandatory rules and regulations.
- Applicable codes, guidelines, and standards recommended by the organization are being followed.
What are the Functional requirements of an SMS?
- Safety and environmental protection policy.
- Instructions and procedures to ensure safe operation of ships and protection of the environment.
- Defined levels of authority and lines of communication for shore and shipboard personnel.
- Procedures for reporting accidents and non-conformities.
- Procedures to prepare for and respond to emergency situations.
- Procedures for internal audits and management reviews.
What is duty of Designated persons onboard as per ISM code?
Meaning of designated person onboard as per ISM.
