Remarks should be recorded in Additional comments relating to the superficial condition of the coating and appearance of the hull, weather decks, superstructure and on the condition and cleanliness of the
accommodation and living quarters including hygiene and sanitation.
Note: Check that each area, including structure, pipework, fittings, ladders, catwalks, rails, etc., are in good order and that they are clean, painted and properly maintained.
Hull, superstructure and external weather decks:
11.1 Is the general condition, visual appearance and cleanliness of the hull satisfactory.
In the event of accidental or other exceptional discharge of oil, a statement shall be made in the Oil Record Book Part II of the circumstances of, and the reasons for, the discharge. (Oil Record Books Introduction Parts I and II).
Note: The hull should be free from oil staining, extensive coating breakdown or excessive marine
growth. Record in comments approximate percentage coating breakdown or areas of marine growth.
The hull may be oil stained by passing through an area of oil and not be recorded in the Oil record book. If the hull is stained in this way, record of passing through oil areas should be recorded in the deck log book if such transit occurred during daylight hours.
For the purpose of uniformity the assessment of coating condition should be based on the same guidance as per RESOLUTION MSC.261(84)
Coating condition is defined as follows:
GOOD condition with only minor spot rusting;
FAIR condition with light rusting over 20% or more of areas under consideration, but less than as defined for POOR condition;
POOR condition with general breakdown of coating over 20% or more of areas or hard scale at 10% or more of areas under consideration.
11.2 Are hull markings clearly indicated and correctly placed?
The ship’s identification number shall be permanently marked:
• In a visible place either on the stern of the ship or on either side of the hull, amidships port and starboard, above the deepest assigned load line or either side of the superstructure, port and starboard or on the front of the superstructure; and,
• In an easily accessible place either on one end of the transverse bulkheads of the machinery spaces, or on one of the hatchways or, in the case of tankers, in the pump room. (SOLAS XI- 1/3.4)
The permanent marking shall be plainly visible, clear of any other markings on the hull and shall be
painted in a contrasting colour. (SOLAS XI-1/3.5.1)
The permanent marking referred to in paragraph 1 shall be not less than 200 mm in height. The permanent marking referred to in paragraph 2 shall be not less than 100 mm in height. The width of the marks shall be proportionate to the height. (SOLAS XI-1/3.5.2) The requirement for the ship’s identification number shall be complied with not later than the first scheduled dry-docking after 1st July 2004 for ships constructed before that date. (SOLAS XI-1/3) Note: The following should also be clearly indicated, where applicable:
• The vessel’s name;
• Loadlines;
• Draft marks;
• Thruster warnings;
• Tug push points.
11.3 Is the general condition, visual appearance and cleanliness of the weather decks satisfactory and are deck working areas clearly identified and provided with non-slip surfaces?
11.4 Is the general condition of service pipework satisfactory and is it free from significant corrosion and pitting and soft patches or other temporary repairs?
The following deck pipework should be examined, particularly on the underside, for external indications of corrosion and for patching or accelerated wear caused by rope abrasion:
- Hydraulic and pneumatic pipework;
- Fire mains and associated fittings;
- Deck steam lines;
- Compressed air lines;
- Tank cleaning lines.
-electrical conduits, fresh water lines etc.
Pipe securing arrangements should be intact and permit free movement of the pipes as necessary.
Where deck cargo lines are insulated, the physical condition of the insulating material shall be assessed.
Where sliding feet are fitted on deck cargo lines, such sliding feet to be checked to verify that the position of such feet adequately serve the purpose.
11.5 Are pipe stands, clamps, supports and expansion arrangements satisfactory?
Particular care should be taken in areas of piping permanently protected by insulation and there should be a maintenance plan in place to ascertain the condition of the piping in these areas.
11.6 Are all deck openings, including weathertight doors, bridge windows and portholes, in good order and capable of being properly secured?
11.7 Are fuel, ballast and other space vents and air pipes in good order and does visual evidence indicate regular maintenance?
Vent heads should be regularly dismantled to prove that flame screens, where fitted are clean and in good order and that the closing device which prevents the ingress of water is also in good condition and operating correctly. Vents and airpipes should be clearly marked to indicate the space they serve.
NOTE There is no requirement for ballast tank vents to be fitted with flame screens.
11.8 Is the general condition, visual appearance and cleanliness of the superstructure satisfactory?
Monkey island fittings should be checked for condition including the mast stays properly secured, magnetic compass binnacle and aerials and supporting brackets in good order.
Electrical Equipment:
11.9 Are the deck lights all operational and sufficient in number and range to illuminate the deck to facilitate safe working during darkness?
The level of deck lighting should be adequate to allow:
- Sufficient visibility to permit safe access to all areas of the deck - The safe use of mooring equipment;
- The monitoring of the deck area for spills and leakages;
- The monitoring of all deck areas and the adjacent surrounding areas to prevent unauthorised access.
The deck lighting should be tested even if in daylight to ensure the system is operative and no significant earths on the switchboards.
11.10 Is the general condition of electrical equipment, including conduits and wiring, satisfactory?
11.11 Are light fittings in gas-hazardous areas Ex 'd' rated and in good order?
Notes: Lights will be either explosion-proof or pressurised. The flame paths of explosion-proof lights should not be painted over. Fluorescent fittings will generally have flame paths at each end.
The manufacturer’s or Administration’s certificate approving the fitting for use in gas-hazardous areas will be invalidated if the correct bolts for securing the cover, or the correct light bulb size, are not used.
Particular attention should be paid to the following:
• Cracks in metal, cracked or broken glasses or failure of cement around cemented glasses in flameproof or explosion proof enclosures;
• Covers of flameproof enclosures to ensure that they are tight, that no bolts are missing, and that no gaskets are present between mating metal surfaces;
• Each connection to ensure that it is properly connected;
• Possible slackness of joints in conduit runs and fittings;
Vent fan, cargo pump and cargo winch motors and lighting are likely to be found within gas- hazardous areas. An Ex‘d’ rating means that the equipment can withstand an internal explosion without igniting the outside atmosphere. Ex ‘e’ is an increased safety rating.
Internal Spaces:
11.12 Are forecastle stores free of water, internal spaces and storerooms clean, free from debris and tidy?
Accommodation Areas:
11.13 Are accommodation, public spaces, sanitary areas, food store handling spaces, refrigerated spaces, galleys and pantries well illuminated, clean, tidy, in a hygienic condition and
obstruction free?
Unburned fuel or fatty deposits in galley ranges, within flue pipes and in the filter cowls of galley vents can cause fire and must be maintained in a clean condition.
Deep-fat cooking equipment installed onboard ships constructed on or after 01 Jul 2002 in enclosed spaces or on open decks shall be fitted with the following:
.1 an automatic or manual fire-extinguishing system tested to an international standard acceptable to the Organization;*
.2 a primary and backup thermostat with an alarm to alert the operator in the event of failure of either thermostat;
.3 arrangements for automatically shutting off the electrical power upon activation of the fire- extinguishing system;
.4 an alarm for indicating operation of the fire-extinguishing system in the galley where the equipment is installed; and
.5 controls for manual operation of the fire-extinguishing system which are clearly labelled for ready use by the crew. (SOLAS II-2 Reg 10 6.4)
11.14 Are laundries free of accumulations of clothing that could constitute a fire hazard?
11.15 If fitted, is the Ship's Hospital clean and tidy and ready for use?
Note: The Ship's hospital should be ready for immediate use. The Ship's hospital should not be used as an additional cabin or used as a store room. If the vessel is not equipped with a Ship's hospital answer the question 'NA'
11.16 Is the condition of electrical equipment in the accommodation satisfactory?
11.17 Are personnel alarms in refrigerated spaces in good order and operational?
Alarms should be tested on a regular routine.
Additional comments:
If the Inspector has comments in respect of the subject matter covered by the Chapter additional to those which the Inspector may make in response to the specific questions in the Chapter, the Inspector should include such additional comments in this section.
Remarks should be recorded in Additional comments relating to the superficial condition of the coating and appearance of the hull, weather decks, superstructure and on the condition and cleanliness of the accommodation and living quarters including hygiene and sanitation.