🚤 Inspectare -- Crew Boat

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Inspection Details

1 -- Rob at mobilization
1.1 If inspection takes place during vessel mobilization, inspector shall issue an ROB survey statement covering, when relevant, all bunker, dry and liquid bulk tanks. Note that ballast, lubes, bilge and sludge tanks shall not be surveyed.
Complete ROB survey as required. Record quantities for all bunker, dry and liquid bulk tanks only.
2 -- Hull and marking
2.1 Are the names of vessel and home port legible?
2.2 Are freeboard marks legible?
2.3 Are the hull, weather decks and superstructure free from visible structural defects that warrant further investigation?
Inspection of the hull should include checking for any evidence of structural problems including damage from collision / jetty contact or distortion from heavy weather. The void space ahead of the collision bulkhead should be inspected from the outside, to check structural damages.
2.4 Is hull clean without concretions?
3 -- Deck and mooring
3.1 Is bow fendering in good condition?
Only purpose designed Watercrafts shall be used for personnel transfers via boat landings. Design includes the shape of the bow and its structural reinforcement to fit the boat landing and sustain the associated thrust, the bow fendering, the bow access steps, handrails and sufficient propulsion power to keep position while in boat landing structure (i.e. without sliding or changing heading). As feasible, the minimum clearance of 30cm between bow fender and boat landing ladder should be checked. A flattened fender will reduce the clearance accordingly.GS-OT-OPP-842 §5.1; GS-OT-STR-901
3.2 Is vessel's fendering available and in good condition?
Fenders securing arrangements such as pad eyes and chains should be checked.
3.3 Are mooring points in good condition?
Bollards and mooring cleats shall be free of corrosion and crack. In case of bolt connection, bolting shall be properly tightened and corrosion free.
3.4 Are all mooring ropes, including spares in good condition?
Mooring ropes shall be properly stored when not used. They shall be kept away from moisture and dust. Mooring ropes inspection shall be recorded. Discard criteria shall be available and known from the crew.
3.5 Are mooring chains and anchors in good condition, properly stored and readily accessible?
The anchoring arrangement shall be consistent with the area of operations and the limitations known by the crew (i.e. maximum water depth for anchoring).
3.6 Is boat hook readily available and in good condition?
3.7 Is cargo securing equipment available, in good condition and marked as necessary?
Deck area shall be fitted with securing points for cargo lashing.
3.8 Is the maximum cargo load indicated on deck (dimensions and weight)?
Deck cargo capacity shall also be compliant with technical requirements of the contract.
3.9 As required in the contract, is the deck area certified for the carriage of dangerous goods?
3.10 Are closing and securing arrangements of all openings in good condition to prevent the ingress of water whilst at sea?
Weathertight doors and ventilation covers shall be checked including gasket, handle and possible distortion. Condition of skylight coverings, vent and sounding pipes shall also be checked.
3.11 Is deck lighting sufficient and in good working order?
4 -- Transfer area
4.1 Is the anti-slip material of the deck surface in good condition?
The deck surface, shall be non-slip by design, coatings, or any other method. This includes non-slip paint, serrated grating or rubber mats.GS-OT-OPP-842 §4.1
4.2 Are bow access steps in good condition?
Bow access steps shall be free of corrosion and crack, be non-slip by design and free of obstruction.
4.3 Are bow access handrails in good condition?
Bow access handrails shall be free of corrosion and crack.
4.4 Is the passenger lifeline between passenger's cabin and transfer platform at bow in good condition?
4.5 Is deck area for personnel transfer free from obstructions with sufficient room for A/B to provide assistance?
4.6 Are lifebuoys available at personnel transfer area?
Both embarkation and disembarkation areas shall be provided with readily available lifebuoys.GS-OT-OPP-842 §4.2
5 -- Pollution prevention
5.1 Is fuel bunkering system well maintained to avoid leaks and fuel contamination?
Condition of valves, filters, goosenecks air vents, spill gates and drain cock shall be checked.
5.2 Are fuel bunkering procedures available on board, known and understood by the crew?
5.3 Is the oil record book properly maintained?
5.4 If water pollutant liquid (e.g. chemical, oily water, dirty oil) is stored on deck, are jerry cans in good condition and satisfactorily fastened?
5.5 Is garbage segregation implemented and garbage record book properly maintained?
5.6 Is anti-pollution kit available and provided with sufficient material to manage a fuel leakage on board?
6 -- Safety
6.1 Are escape ways free of obstruction and properly labelled as per the evacuation plan?
6.2 Are safety pictograms (e.g. muster point, firefighting equipment, PPE requirements) legible and in the correct location as per the safety plan?
6.3 Are muster lists displayed onboard?
The muster list shall show the duties assigned to the different members of the crew including preparation/launching of life saving appliances, muster of passengers and firefighting. The muster list shall be prepared before the ship proceeds to sea.SOLAS CHAP III Reg 37
6.4 Are lifebuoys in good condition and properly stored in the correct location as per the safety plan?
Lifebuoys shall be so distributed as to be readily available on both sides of the ship. At least one shall be placed in the vicinity of the stern. Lifebuoys shall be so stowed as to be capable of being rapidly cast loose, and not permanently secured in any way. Each lifebuoy shall be marked in block capitals of the Roman alphabet with the name and port of registry of the ship on which it is carried.SOLAS CHAP III - Reg 7.1
6.5 Are liferafts available on board in the correct location as per the safety plan?
The aggregate capacity of the liferafts shall accommodate the total number of persons on board.SOLAS CHAP III Reg 31; Marine Feedback LSO/MAR - Crew boat capsized - (05th Feb 2025)
6.6 Are hydrostatic releases, where fitted, correctly attached?
Each liferaft shall be stowed with its painter permanently attached to the ship with a float free arrangement so that it inflates automatically when the ship sinks.SOLAS CHAP III Reg 13.4
6.7 Are liferafts in good order, within due date and operating instructions clearly posted?
Posters or signs shall be provided on or in the vicinity of survival craft and their launching controls and shall: Illustrate the purpose of the controls and the procedures for operating the appliance and give relevant instructions or warnings; Be easily seen under emergency lighting conditions.SOLAS CHAP III Reg 9
6.8 Is the crew able to satisfactorily demonstrate how to launch liferaft?
6.9 As required, are liferafts embarkation ladders in good condition?
SOLAS CHAP III Reg 11
6.10 Are lifejackets in good condition and properly stored in the correct location as per the safety plan?
Lifejackets used for escape and evacuation from Watercrafts used for personnel transfer and/or accommodation shall be compliant with LSA Code. Lifejackets shall be fitted with a light compliant with LSA Code. Lifejackets shall be so placed as to be readily accessible and their position shall be plainly indicated.GS OT OPP 846 §4.1; SOLAS CHAP III - Reg 7.2
6.11 Are pyrotechnics in good condition and properly stored in the correct location as per the safety plan?
Not less than 12 rocket parachute flares shall be carried and stowed on or near the navigation bridge. Hand flares and buoyant smoke signals shall be carried as per flag requirements.SOLAS CHAP III - Reg 6.3
6.12 Is the public address system operational?
System shall be audible on deck and at personnel transfer area.
6.13 Is the general alarm operational?
The general emergency alarm system shall be audible throughout all the accommodation and normal crew working spaces.SOLAS CHAP III - Reg 6.4
6.14 Is the fire pump and associated pipe and valves in good condition and operational?
Fire pump(s) shall be tested. This includes shaft driven fire pump if fitted.
6.15 Are fire hoses in good condition and properly stored in the correct location as per the safety plan?
6.16 Is the fire monitor operational and in good condition?
Fire monitor shall be satisfactorily tested.
6.17 As applicable, is the deluge system fitted around superstructures operational?
Deluge shall be tested.
6.18 Are fire extinguishers in good condition and properly stored in the correct location as per the safety plan?
Instructions for use shall be available. The inspection date shall be valid.
6.19 Is the ventilation emergency stop operational and known by crew?
The emergency stop of ventilation shall be tested.
6.20 Are remote quick closing valves operational?
6.21 Is the engine room fixed firefighting system fully operational, in good condition and maintained/certified as required?
Step by step procedures shall be posted. Crew shall be able to explain how to use the system. System shall be maintained and inspected as per manufacturer's recommendations.
6.22 Is fire detection system fully operational with detection zones clearly identified on the system?
No zone shall be inhibited.
6.23 Are fire detectors in good condition in all compartments?
Fire detection systems shall be randomly tested (e.g. smoke/heat detectors) as well as fire alarm push button.
6.24 As applicable, are fireman's suits and Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus in good condition and properly stored in the correct location as per the safety plan?
Donning of equipment and knowledge of the crew shall be demonstrated during a drill.
6.25 Are inspections/maintenance of the lifesaving and firefighting equipment done as per the established weekly and monthly schedule?
6.26 Are emergency drills being carried out as required?
Emergency drills shall include fire, flooding, abandon, medical evacuation, man overboard recovery, pollution, grounding, collision.
7 -- Passenger area
7.1 Are watertight doors and windows in passenger compartment in good condition?
Check evidence of potential water ingress.
7.2 Is lighting in passenger area sufficient and in good condition?
7.3 Are means for broadcasting safety video briefing on personnel transfer procedures and safety rules applying on board readily available?
All personnel to be transferred shall be given full briefing and instructions with respect to the expectations and step by step procedures specific to the planned transfer method.GS-OT-OPP-842 §4.1
7.4 Is ventilation and/or air conditioning system in passenger area operational and blowing a clean air free from moisture and particles (dust, corrosion..)?
7.5 Is the certified maximum number of Personnel On Board consistent with the technical requirement of the contract?
7.6 Is maximum Personnel On Board clearly marked in passenger area?
7.7 Are mats, curtains, ceilings and lining in passenger area in good condition?
Floor of passenger's compartment shall be non-slippery.
7.8 Are passenger seats in good condition?
Each passenger shall have individual seat. Seats shall be provided with safety belts.
7.9 Are sickness bags available in passenger area?
7.10 Are safety instructions leaflet, or equivalent, available at each seat?
7.11 If fitted, are tables / shelves in good condition?
7.12 Are there sufficient sanitary facilities for passengers, in good working and cleanliness condition?
Toilets shall be accessible to passengers during their stay on board.
7.13 Are electrical cabinets closed and marked?
7.14 Is the passenger area free of loose items and obstructions?
7.15 As required, is a stretcher available onboard?
Passengers' area should be able to accommodate the stowing and lashing of a stretcher to transfer injured personnel together with medical team.
7.16 Is a cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) equipment available onboard?
The passenger area shall be provided with one automated external defibrillator certified for use in European Union or USA and maintained as per manufacturer recommendations (e.g. battery and electrode replacement).
7.17 Is a first aid kit available on board with full inventory?
7.18 Is the evacuation plan posted in passenger compartment?
7.19 Are door coamings painted in high visibility color to avoid personnel tripping?
8 -- Navigation
8.1 If the vessel has restricted navigation notation in her statutory certificates, is it known and applied by crew?
The navigation restriction shall be compatible with the minimum technical requirements of the contract.
8.2 Are all bridge windows in good condition and providing sufficient visibility?
Front windows shall be fitted with wipers. All windows including skylight shall be checked for cleanliness and water tightness. In case of operations below aerial obstructions (e.g. platform cantilever), skylight should be part of the minimum technical requirements of the contract.
8.3 Are seats on the bridge in good condition?
The seated position shall be ergonomic and comfortable to perform 12 hours watch.
8.4 Does the Master have direct visibility on the personnel transfer area while seated at steering position?
8.5 Is the video camera recording system pointing the personnel transfer area operational?
All Watercrafts involved in personnel transfer operations shall be provided with a video recording camera pointing at the transfer area. Recording video camera performance standards should meet the location and environment constraints (wide lens angle to fully capture the transfer area, dynamic lens to accommodate low visibility or high contrast environment, sufficient memory card capacity to retrieve video record ashore, sufficient video frame rate to play back in slow motion).GS-OT-OPP-842-4.2
8.6 Is the bridge covered by video recording system?
Vessel shall be provided with video camera to record activity at bridge location. Recording video camera performance standards shall meet the location and environment constraints (wide lens angle to fully capture the area, dynamic lens to accommodate low visibility or high contrast environment, storage capacity of 30 days / 720 hours with sufficient video frame rate to play back in slow motion).Memo LSO/MAR - Crew boats - Additional technical requirement (27th Nov 2023)
8.7 Is the procedure for retrieving video records known from the crew and regularly tested?
8.8 Is all navigation equipment fully operational and free from defects?
Vessel shall be fitted with: One electronic chart reader maintained updated to last available notice to mariners; One AIS; One radar fitted with ARPA and interfaced with AIS receiver. The manufacturer's instructions/manual shall be available on board and the equipment maintained accordingly.
8.9 Is the crew familiar with the correct operation of the navigation equipment?
8.10 Is there evidence of position fixing being carried out for the entire voyage?
The crew shall show evidence of replay of previous voyages on electronic chart reader or positions plots on paper charts to demonstrate compliance with passage plannings.
8.11 Is all radio communication equipment fully operational and free from defects?
Crew boat shall carry: A VHF radio capable to initiate the transmission of distress alerts on channel 70 from the position from which the ship is normally navigated; Two or three two-way portable VHF for use in the survival craft; An AIS; A radar SART; A NAVTEX receiver if engaged on voyages in NAVTEX area; A satellite EPIRB. GMDSS area certification shall be consistent with area of operations. Additional communication equipment (e.g. additional VHF, email, mobile phone 4G, satellite phone) shall be available as per technical requirements of the contract.Marine Feedback LSO/MAR - Crew boat capsized - (05th Feb 2025)
8.12 Is the crew familiar with the radio equipment?
The crew shall demonstrate the correct use of radio equipment in distress or emergency situation.
8.13 Are searchlight and night vision cameras in good working order?
Vessel shall be provided with one searchlight. One night vision camera shall be available as per the technical requirements of the contract.
8.14 Does the vessel receive navigation warnings and weather forecast?
Navigation warnings received from hydrographic offices or site-specific warnings received from Company shall be recorded and known by the crew.
8.15 Did the bridge watch officer complete the on-line assessment questionnaire on COLREG with a minimum result of 80%?
CONTRACTOR shall enroll in Ocean Technology (https://oceantg.com/) or Mintra (https://mintra.com/). Each bridge watch officer shall perform the e-learning modules on COLREGs and pass the on-line assessment questionnaire with a minimum result of 80%. This certification shall be renewed at 2.5 years interval.Memo LSO/MAR - Crew boats - Additional technical requirement (27th Nov 2023)
8.16 Is bridge fitted with binoculars and basic navigation set?
The basic navigation set shall include parallel rule and divider. The quality of binoculars shall be tested to ensure their suitability for performing visual watch at sea.
8.17 Is the bridge logbook correctly filled in?
Logbook shall include navigational activities and incidents that are important for safety of navigation and shall contain enough detail to restore a complete record of the voyage.
8.18 Does the vessel have up to date charts covering all operation area?
This shall also include the updating of electronic chart reader. A log of all corrections that have been made to the charts on board the vessel shall be maintained, and the six-monthly cumulative List of Admiralty Notices to Mariners (NP234) should be used to check this log to ensure that all applicable corrections have been made.
8.19 Does the vessel have passage planning covering its operation area?
Passage plans shall be completed in detail from berth to berth and signed by the bridge team.
8.20 Are machinery and propulsion information display panel operational?
All indicators (e.g. rudder angle, RPM) should be readable from the conning position.
8.21 Is the echo sounder fully operational?
Bridge officer(s) shall be capable to demonstrate the correct use of echo sounder.
8.22 Is personnel on board (POB) monitored and recorded?
8.23 Is a crew boat provided with a computer or tablet able to support NAVIGARE?
8.24 Is the vessel provided with a Simplified Voyage Data Recorder (S-VDR)?
Vessel shall be fitted with a Simplified Voyage Data Recorder (S-VDR), IMO type approved meeting the performance standards of IMO MSC.163(78) and MSC.214(81). The long-term recording medium shall retain data for at least 30 days/720 hours. S-VDR shall be subject to an annual performance test by a service company approved by the manufacturer.Memo LSO/MAR - Crew boats - Additional technical requirement (27th Nov 2023)
8.25 Are navigation lights in good working order?
This includes primary and secondary systems.
8.26 Are there any loose items on the upper bridge?
Any equipment liable to drop shall be double secured by wire or equivalent device.
9 -- Machinery
9.1 Is the engine compartment access in good condition and properly labelled?
Access to engine compartment shall be safe and restricted to authorized personnel. Door and ladder shall be in good condition with labels showing minimum PPE required and restricted access.
9.2 Is lighting in the engine compartment sufficient and in good condition?
9.3 Is emergency lighting operational and properly identified?
9.4 Are machinery spaces clean, tidy and well maintained without oil / fuel / hydraulic oil leakage?
9.5 Are various electrical cabinets in good condition, properly closed and marked?
9.6 Are the two sets of propulsion fully operational and free from defects?
Only Watercrafts fitted with a minimum of two sets of propulsion shall be used for personnel transfers. One set of propulsion includes, as applicable, one engine, one reducer, one propeller and steering gear or jet.GS-OT-OPP-842-4.1
9.7 Is auxiliary machinery fully operational and free from defects?
9.8 Is the electronic fuel consumption monitoring device in good working order?
Equipment shall be installed as per technical requirement of the contract.
9.9 Is the ultrasonic anti-fouling device in good working order?
Equipment shall be installed as per technical requirement of the contract.
9.10 Is bilge alarm and pumping system operational in all compartments?
Bilge shall be empty and free of oily residue.
9.11 Is the crew able to demonstrate how to operate the bilge pumping system in case of flooding?
The emergency bilge overboard valve shall not be padlocked but sealed with breakable tie wrap.
9.12 Are engine compartment gratings suitably bolted?
9.13 Does the engineer know how to install fuel filter without causing crack on the cartridge?
The tightening of a cartridge fuel filter shall be done by hand only and not using the filter spanner. Cracks resulting from mishandling led to fuel spraying and several fire incidents in engine compartments. As an extra mitigation measure, fuel cartridge filters should be protected by protective casing.
9.14 Are the engine ventilation fans in good working order and condition?
This includes the condition of flaps and ventilation grids. Inspector shall check the closure of engine and accommodation flaps/dampers when ventilation is stopped.
9.15 Are batteries (starting, radio, emergency) in good condition and properly stored?
9.16 Are maintenance records available for onboard equipment?
9.17 Are machinery equipment operating manuals available to the crew?
10 -- Operations
10.1 Is the manning level sufficient for the vessel's operations?
Affiliate shall verify that Watercraft manning level and crew competency is aligned with the duties it is contracted for and comply, as and when applicable, as a minimum, with ISM Code and STCW. The affiliate Marine Advisor approves a risk assessment performed in conjunction with the Watercraft Technical Operator, to determine the appropriate manning level, crew qualifications and competencies for the planned operations.CR-OT-OPP-840 - Rule 27
10.2 Is crew aware of the personnel transfer decision matrix?
A decision matrix, specific to the personnel transfer method and local environment shall be prepared and implemented. The decision matrix is to be used as a facilitating tool by the responsible parties overseeing the transfer operations to decide when to continue or abort a transfer operation based on the prevailing sea and weather conditions, human factors and condition of equipment. However, the Watercraft captain has the over-riding authority and responsibility to make all decisions as seen fit related to the safety of personnel, assets and the environment.GS-OT-OPP-842 - §4.1
10.3 Is the crew able to explain the man overboard procedure and the use of recovery equipment?
The procedure shall be reviewed to assess its suitability and efficiency (including the notification and coordination with Company). Should a dummy be available, a full man overboard drill shall be performed. The unconscious man overboard recovery device and Jason cradle shall be available as per the technical requirements of the contract.
10.4 Is the A/B fully aware of his/her duty?
The A/B at the personnel transfer area shall be provided with a portable hand-free loudspeaker and shall use standardized orders for giving transfer instructions. He shall check that transferred personnel wear closed shoes and lifejacket. He shall make sure that all transferred personnel have both hands-free during transfer and don't carry any bag on the shoulders. He shall check that only one person is allowed on the boat landing at the time.GS-OT-OPP-842 - §5.1
10.5 Are radiocommunications established and maintained during personnel transfer operations?
Radio communications between the personnel involved, on both the transferring and receiving Watercrafts or installation, shall be established prior to and maintained during transfer operations. Communications should be verified at regular intervals throughout the transfer operation.GS-OT-OPP-842 - §4.2
10.6 Does the vessel conduct required verifications prior to entry into the 500 meters zone?
Prior to entry, crew shall: Satisfactorily test steering system and engine astern; Review metocean conditions to assess drifting and most suitable heading to approach; Be granted authorization for entry from the installation.
10.7 Does the crew know additional principles to avoid collision with the installation?
Crew shall review and plan the tidal effect on the height of the vessel compared to aerial obstructions on the installation and height of the vessel personnel transfer platform compared to maximum/minimum elevation of boat landing structure. This shall also include the effect of maximum waves height. Crew shall regularly check that the electronic chart reader is operational. Crew shall not stand-by in 500m zone (in particular to remain within reach of wifi). Crew shall minimize their stay at the personnel transfer area of the installation to remain focused and fully concentrated on the safety of the personnel transfer and station keeping.
10.8 Is the Company safety culture program known and implemented by the crew?
This includes elements like golden rules for safety, stop work authority, life saving checks, joint safety tours, safety green light. This shall include posters or equivalent communication media displayed on board to remind program to all personnel.
10.9 Are safety observation regularly reported to Company or Contractor?
It shall be a duty routine for the crew to report anomalies.
10.10 Is the crew provided with inflatable lifejackets compliant with minimum Company requirements?
Crew of Watercrafts engaged in personnel transfer operations shall wear an inflatable lifejacket compliant with LSA Code. Inflatable lifejacket shall be of performance level 275, fitted with a hydrostatic inflation system (automatic and manual), and fitted with a light compliant with LSA Code. As a preference, light should be of an "automatic activation when in water" type. The performance level 275 is not defined by LSA Code but in ISO 12402-2.GS-OT-OPP-846 §6
10.11 Are the inflatable lifejackets worn only outside of the accommodation?
Inflatable lifejacket shall not be worn in closed spaces where it can impair the evacuation in case of flooding. Closed spaces refer for example to internal spaces of Watercrafts.GS-OT-OPP-846 §6
10.12 Are the inflatable life jackets maintained, and history recorded in a register?
Inflatable life jackets shall be serviced and certified annually, or less if required by the manufacturer, by a company approved by the manufacturer. An inflatable lifejacket register shall be maintained to consolidate the maintenance history and certification status of each lifejacket.GS-OT-OPP-846 §6

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