Ch 2.4.1 Were the senior officers familiar with the company procedure for reporting defects to vessel structure, machinery and equipment to shore-based management through the company defect reporting system and was evidence available to demonstrate that all defects had been reported accordingly? Applies to: OIL TANKER / CHEMICAL TANKER / […]
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Every inspection looks beyond the machinery. This week’s RISQ focus turns to two questions that protect the people running the ship: 2.2 – Has the vessel been provided with certificates of financial security for seafarers? 2.3 – Can all crew communicate effectively in the working language of the ship? 01 […]
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Filipino Crew PEME Package — What’s New A widely used Pre-Employment Medical Examination (PEME) scheme for Filipino seafarers has been updated with revised examination items, effective 20 February 2026. The update is designed to strengthen the early detection of pre-existing conditions, helping to reduce onboard crew illness claims. The fee […]
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Port: Algeciras, SpainInspection Date: June 2026Inspector: An…. Inspector’s Overall Style The inspection lasted almost the entire day and was very evidence-driven. The inspector rarely accepted verbal answers alone and almost every discussion ended with requests such as: Bridge, Engine and Cargo departments were all inspected in detail. Random crew interviews […]
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At Sea – During Sailing with onboard crew No of days: 3 Vessel Pre-SIRE Inspection Summary Inspection Objective A comprehensive Pre-SIRE 2.0 inspection was carried out to assess the vessel’s readiness for an upcoming Chevron OCIMF SIRE 2.0 inspection. Overall Outcome Achieved Positive Outcomes ✅ Officers demonstrated good knowledge of […]
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Inspector: Capt E******C Port: Houston, Texas, USA Duration: 8.0 Hours OBSERVATION NO 1: The vessel was not supplied with portable or personal gas detectors capable of testing the atmosphere of enclosed spaces for Carbon Dioxide (CO2) as required by IMO Resolution MSC.581(110), adopted on 27 June 2025. The vessel had […]
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