🟠 ISM/ISPS/MLC/ISO Internal Audits

Ιn terms of continuous monitoring of the implementation of the ISM/ISPS Codes, MLC & ISO standards we can provide internal auditing consulting services:

Α. The ISM Audit covers the following elements based on ISM Code, Flag Specific requirements, and Company’s existing SMS:

1. Vessels and Crew Certification
2. Vessel’s General Appearance and Condition
3. Document Control /Filing System and Record keeping.
4. Crew Management
5. Safety Management
6. Bridge Procedures
7. Training and awareness of key ship’s staff on ISM/ISPS/MLC requirements
8. Familiarization – Handing Over – Training and Evaluation Procedures
9. Verification of rectification of any deficiencies noted during previous PSC inspections, etc.
10. Drills and Emergency Procedures
11. Audits, non-conformities, incidents, near misses, risk assessments etc.
12. Health and Hygiene
13. Work Permits
14. Cargo and other Operations
15. Mooring and Anchoring Operations
16. Pollution Prevention
17. Vessel’s Structural Condition
18. Communications
19. Engine and Steering Compartments
20. Cyber Security
21. Engine Room operation
22. Steering Gear
23. Spares and Supplies
24. Dry-Docks and Repairs
25. Operational practices and compliance with industry guidelines.

Β. The MLC Inspection covers the following elements based on MLC 2006, Flag specific requirements and existing Company’s MLC procedures:

1. Μinimum Age
2. Medical Certification
3. Qualifications of Seafarers
4. Use of any licensed or certified or regulated private recruitment and placement service
5. Seafarers Employment Agreements
6. Payment of Wages
7. Hours of Work and Hour of Rest
8. Entitlement to Leave
9. Repatriation
10. Manning Levels for the Ships
11. Accommodation
12. Onboard Recreational Facilities
13. Food and Catering
14. Onboard Medical Care
15. Shipowners’ Liability
16. Health, Safety and Accident Prevention
17. Social Security
18. Complaint Procedures

C. The ISPS Audit covers the following elements based on the ISPS code, Flag specific requirements and vessel’s SSP:

1. Ship’s Tour
2. Ship Security Plan
3. Master & SSO Interview
4. Ship Personnel with Security
5. Duties Interview
6. Document Control / Filing System and Security Records keeping.

D. The ISO Audit covers the requirements of ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 27001 standards and Company’s specific QMS, EMS, ISMS manuals.