What is objective of ISM code on ships ?

  • compliance with mandatory rules and regulations; and 
  • that applicable codes, guidelines and standards recommended by the Organization, Administrations, classification societies and maritime industry organizations are taken into account. 
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Functional requirements for a Safety Management System (SMS) 

Every Company should develop, implement and maintain a Safety Management System (SMS) which includes the following functional requirements: 

  • a safety and environmental protection policy; 
  • instructions and procedures to ensure safe operation of ships and protection of the environment in compliance with relevant international and flag State legislation; 
  • defined levels of authority and lines of communication between, and amongst, shore and shipboard personnel; 
  • procedures for reporting accidents and non-conformities with the provisions of this Code; 
  • procedures to prepare for and respond to emergency situations; and  procedures for internal audits and management reviews.

Master’s Responsibility and Authority

 The company should clearly define and document the master’s responsibility with regard to:

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