Anguilla, Bermuda, British Antarctic Territory, British Indian Ocean Territory, British Virgin Islands, Cayman Islands, Falkland Islands, Gibraltar, Montserrat, Pitcairn Island, St Helena and Dependencies, South Georgia and South Sandwich Islands, and Turks and Caicos Islands.
Under the ISM Code, what must the Company do regarding the language of the SMS?
The Company should establish procedures by which the ship's personnel receive relevant information on the SMS in a working language or languages understood by them. (Para. 6. 6)
Why are some bills of lading made out to a specified consignee, but the words "OR TO THEIR ORDER" are added to the consignee's details?
It enables the named consignee to transfer title in the goods to a third party if necessary.
What does the Civil Liability Convention 1992 require with respect to insurance?
The owner of a ship registered in a Contracting State and carrying more than 2, 000 tons of oil in bulk as cargo must maintain insurance or other financial security, such as the guarantee of a bank or a certificate delivered by an international compensation fund to cover his liability for pollution damage under the Convention. (Art. VII)
What are some common examples of torts arising in shipping?
Collision damage to another ship; contact damage to quays, etc.; oil and other forms of pollution; negligent navigation.
Which vessels are designated as highspeed craft?
Hovercraft, Seacats, HSS, etc. The 1994 and 2000 HSC Codes define "highspeed craft" using a formula based partly on displacement.
A UK vessel's ship security officer holds an SSO qualification obtained before 1 January 2008. Does he have to obtain a new Certificate of Proficiency as SSO?
SSO qualifications obtained before 1 January 2008 can continue to be recognized by flag State Administrations until 1 July 2009. From 1 July 2009 all SSOs must hold a Certificate of Proficiency as a Ship Security Officer in accordance with STCW Regulation VI/5 and STCW Code Section A-VI/5.
What is an additional inspection in the New Inspection Regime?
A category of inspection in between periodic inspections that might be triggered by overriding or unexpected factors.
In what circumstances may LRIT systems and equipment be switched off?
LRIT systems and equipment must be capable of being switched off on board or be capable of ceasing the distribution of LRIT information: (1) where international agreements, rules or standards provide for the protection of navigational information; or (2) in exceptional circumstances and for the shortest duration possible where the operation is considered by the master to compromise the safety or security of the ship. (SOLAS reg. V/19-1)
Where can information about Category A, B, C and D waters be found?
In The Merchant Shipping (Categorization of Waters) Regulations 1992 and MSN 1827, which lists all Categorized Waters in the UK.
In what circumstances might a shipowner lose his P&I club cover?
Failure to adhere to the club's rules; failure to keep the ship in a good condition or in class, or ISM Code certified, as required by the club's rules.
Under what conditions may a ship carry a computer-based Decision Support System on the bridge or in any other safety control centre?
If it (1) provides all the information contained in the emergency plan(s), including the emergency procedures, and any checklists, and (2) is able to present a list of recommended actions to be carried out in any foreseeable emergency situation.
What certificate is issued to a ship covered by the DSM Code?
A Domestic Ship Safety Management Certificate (DSSMC). In order to simplify certification of ships of Classes III to VI(A), a combined Passenger Certificate (PC) and DSSMC is also available, with a 5-year maximum validity period.
What are the 15 duties of the master prior to and during loading or unloading operations, as listed in the SLU Code, Schedule 3, Part 3?
To ensure that: (1) loading or unloading and discharge or intake of ballast water is under the control of the ship's officer in charge;
When is the employer required under The Merchant Shipping and Fishing Vessels (Health and Safety at Work) Regulations to introduce health surveillance of workers on his ship?
Where risk assessment identifies that: (1) a particular work activity may cause ill health;
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