CERTIFICATES FROM SYLLABUS Flashcards
(7 cards)
Ship’s Register (Certificate of Registry)
Reason: Proves the nationality of the ship and confirms its ownership and flag state.
Importance: A ship cannot sail internationally without this certificate; it grants the vessel the legal right to fly a national flag and receive protection under that state’s laws.
Validity: Usually valid as long as the ownership or flag doesn’t change.
Issued by: The Flag State’s Maritime Authority (e.g., UK Maritime and Coastguard Agency, Liberia Maritime Authority).
Load Line Certificate
Reason: Confirms the ship complies with the International Convention on Load Lines, which defines the minimum freeboard and maximum draft a ship can safely carry.
Importance: Prevents overloading and ensures the vessel’s seaworthiness and safety in various sea conditions.
Validity: 5 years, with annual or intermediate surveys.
Issued by: The Flag State, often via Recognized Organizations (e.g., Lloyd’s Register, DNV, ABS).
Safety Construction Certificate
Reason: Certifies that the vessel’s structure, machinery, and essential safety systems meet SOLAS safety construction standards.
Importance: Ensures the ship is built and maintained to safely withstand the demands of maritime operations. So that it can withstand sea conditions, prevent flooding and maintain structural integrity.
Validity: 5 years, with intermediate surveys.
Issued by: The Flag State or Recognized Organizations on its behalf.
Safety Equipment Certificate
Reason: Verifies that the ship carries the required life-saving appliances and fire-fighting equipment under SOLAS.
Importance: Ensures the crew and passengers can be protected or rescued in case of emergencies like fire or sinking.
Validity: 5 years, with annual inspections.
Issued by: The Flag State or a Recognized Organization.
Safety Radio Certificate
Reason: Confirms compliance with the Global Maritime Distress and Safety System (GMDSS) under SOLAS.
Importance: Ensures reliable ship-to-shore and ship-to-ship communication in emergencies.
Validity: 5 years, with yearly inspections.
Issued by: The Flag State or Recognized Organizations.
International Oil Pollution Prevention (IOPP) Certificate
Reason: Confirms compliance with MARPOL Annex I, which governs the prevention of oil pollution from ships.
Importance: Crucial for marine environmental protection, ensuring the ship has proper oil filtering equipment, sludge tanks and operational procedures and discarding oil.
Validity: 5 years, with annual/ intermediate surveys.
Issued by: The Flag State or Recognized Organizations.
De-ratisation (Ship Sanitation) Certificate
Reason: Verifies the ship is free from rodents and other health hazards, as per International Health Regulations.
Importance: Prevents the spread of diseases from port to port. It’s mandatory for international voyages.
Validity: 6 months, unless a new inspection is required.
Issued by: Port Health Authorities or Quarantine Officers in designated ports.
