ISM CODE

Question 1

What is the full title of the ISM CODE

Answer 1

The international management code for the safe operation of ships and for pollution prevention

Question 2

Which equivalent code applies to shore facilities

Answer 2

The Port marine safety code

Question 3

What are the 3 key objectives of the ISM code

Answer 3

1. to provide safe working practices and a safe working environment
2. To assess all identified risks and establish safeguards
3. To continuously improve safety management and the underpinning skills

Question 4

What is the aim of the SMS

Answer 4

To ensure safety of the ship, its crew and protection the marine environment, as well as compliance with international regulations

Question 5

What dose COSWP stand for and what is it

Answer 5

CODE OF SAFE WORKING PRACTICE FOR MERCHANT SEAFARERS

best practice guide

Question 6

Who dose the COSWP apply to ?

Answer 6

Everyone onboard regardless of rank

Question 7

Who is the publisher of the COSWP ?

Answer 7

The MCA

Question 8

What is the purpose of a strong safety culture?

Answer 8

To promote a proactive approach to safety and pollution prevention

Question 9

How dose a strong safety culture contribute to accident prevention

Answer 9

It promotes open communication, proactive hazard identification and continuous improvement, reduce accidents and enhance safety

Question 10

What are the key elements of a positive safety culture

Answer 10

Management commitment
Crew involvement
Clear communication
Continuous improvement
Learning from incidents

Question 11

Is COSWP mandatory?

Answer 11

In the uk it is mandatory however it is classed as guidance

Question 12

Why is important to follow safe practices outlined in SMS and COSWP

Answer 12

Ensure safety of crew the vessel and protection the environment

Minimise accidents and incidents and promotes compliance with regulations and guidelines

Question 13

Safety committee requirements

Answer 13

Ships of 5 or more crew

Comprising of

Master
Safety officer
Safety Representative
Head of department

Question 14

Safety officer - on vessels of 5 or more crew Comprising- roll ?

Answer 14

Set a safety culture
Safety familiarisation
Safety drills
Organise safety meetings
Make recommendations
Carry out inspections

Question 15

Where is the appointment of the safety officer recorded ?

Answer 15

The narrative section of the official logbook

Question 16

What dose a risk assessment take into account

Answer 16

Likelihood of harm or damage against the potential severity of the harm

Question 17

4 types of risks assessment

Answer 17

Generic
Task specific
TBT
Dynamic

Question 18

Difference between hazard and risk

Answer 18

Hazard is a source or situation with the Potential to cause harm
Risk is the likelihood and the consequences

Question 19

Risk assessment steps

Answer 19

Identify
Assess
Place in barriers
Implement measures
Monitor effectiveness

Question 20

When to review and update risk assessments

Answer 20

Annually and if the job changes

Question 21

Purpose of a permit to work system

Answer 21

To ensure safety during tasks making sure control measures are in place

Question 22

What is a near miss

Answer 22

An incident when nothing g was damaged or person hurt but a slight shift in time it could ah e occurred

Question 23

What is an unsafe act

Answer 23

Any act that could have the potential to cause an accident or an injury

Question 24

MUSTER DRILLS MGN

Answer 24

MGN 71

Question 28

How often should a security drill take place ?

Answer 28

Once every 3 months unless 25% crew change then within a week

Question 29

How can realistic scenarios enhance the effectiveness of drills

Answer 29

Improve preparedness, decision making and response time

Question 30

How often should an abandoned ship drill take place ?

Answer 30

Weekly unless 25% change of crew then within 24hrs

Question 31

Where can you find details of drill requirements ?

Answer 31

MGN71

Question 32

How often should a rescue boat drill take place ?

Answer 32

Every 3 months but if possible every month

Question 33

Max angle of Accommodation ladder

Answer 33

55deg

Question 34

ISM - companies responsibly ?

Answer 34

1 - Man ships with certified officer 2 - health surveillance 3 - maintain vessel to national/international standards 4 - appoint a DPA and provide support 5 - provide resources- spares / supplies 6 - crew training 7 - arrange for surveys and audits

Question 35

ISM companies responsible

Answer 35

1 - Man ships with certified officer 2 - health surveillance 3 - maintain vessel to national/international standards 4 - appoint a DPA and provide support 5 - provide resources- spares / supplies 6 - crew training 7 - arrange for surveys and audits

Question 37

Gangways and ladders are part of what survey

Answer 37

Cargo ship safety cert or passenger ship safety cert

Question 38

Boarding arrangement for vessel greater than 120m

Answer 38

Accommodation ladder

Question 39

How often for a gangway load test

Answer 39

5 years

Question 40

Max angle of gangway

Answer 40

30 degrees unless specified otherwise

Question 42

Who dose ISM apply to

Answer 42

Vessels over 500gt All MODUs Passenger ships

Question 43

functions of ISM - SOCREM

Answer 43

Safety and environmental policies Operational Procedures Communication lines Reporting procedures for accidents and NC Emergency Procedures Management reviews and Audits

Question 44

What are the companies ISM responsibilities

Answer 44

1. Man ship with certified officers 2. Health Surveillance 3. Provide Resources 4. Provide support / Appoint a DPA 5. Crew Training 6. Arrange for survey and audits 7. Maintain ships as per national and International regs (PMS) 8. Carry out internal audits (12 months) and Inspections

Question 45

WHAT IS THE MASTERS RESPONSIBILITY? Please make coffee …

Answer 45

PLEASE: Implementation of Policy MAKE: Motivating the crew COFFEE: Issue orders in Clear and simple manner VERY: Verify that ISM regulations are being met RICH: Review SMS and report accidents and NC's

Question 46

WHAT IS THE MASTERS RESPONSIBILITY?

Answer 46

Mater has the overriding authority and responsibility to make decisions with respect to safety and pollution prevention and to request the companys assistance should it be required. NB Masters overriding authority applies in both normal and emergency situations