ClassNK
PORT STATE INSPECTIONS
POCKET CHECKLIST
Pre-port arrival pocket checklist
Introduction
This checklist is bad on statistical analysis and investigation of the deficiencies pointed out by the Port State Control officers on ships clasd by NK.
To minimize the risk of your ship being detained,the checklist should be ud by the vesl’s crew prior to arrival into port. The items identified in this checklist are concerning with the deficiencies which have resulted in PSC detention.
If any of the items identiried in this checklist are not in good working condition, the crew should take appropriate actions to rectify the deficiencies noted prior to arrival into port. The
checklist is organized according to distinct areas on a ship for your easy referencd.
This checklist is pre-port arrival checklist.Accordingly, more detailed checklist (GOOD MAINTENANCE ON BOARD SHIPS etc.) should be ud for onboard routine maintenancd programs.
Master’s Office
□ Certificates
The original certicates are onboard and properly endord. Servicing certificates for fire fighting and lifesaving equipment are up to date and available.
□ STCW
The vesl’s crew members hold an appropriate certificate issuing under the STCW 78/95 and STCW certificatds are properly dndord by the flag states.
□ Manuals
The appropriate manuals and booklets are onboard and up to date as applicable including training manuals, trim and stability booklet, loading manual, cargocuring manual, SOPRP, grain loading manual, damage control plan, maintenance manuals, and oil record book, etc.
□ Safe Manning Document
The minimum safe manning certificate is provided onboard and actual number of crew is confirmed.
Bridge
□ Nautical Publications
The latest publications are onboard for ready reference. (tide table, list of lights, list of radio signals, etc.)
□ Charts
Charts and Notice to Mariners are up to date.
□ Logbook
Ship’s drill (abandon ship, fire, steering), weekly/monthly tests, and proper maintenance are recorded in Logbook.
□ Lifejackets and Immersion Suits
Lifejackets with light & whistle and immersion suits are in good condition.
□ Lights, Shapes, Sound-signals
The daylight signal lamp, emergency lights, and navigation lights are in good working condition. The navigation lights are properly fitted as shown in the drawing.
□ Fire Detection
The fire alarm & fire detection system is working in order.
□ GMDSS
The crew can operate the MF/HF radio installation using AC and DC power.
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EPIRB / AIS / VDR / Echo sounder / Radar Transponder / VHF
The equipments are in good working order. Battery is not expired.
□ Life Buoy
Quick relea system with buoyant smoke signal & lf igniting light attached to life buoy is in good working condition. Buoyant smoke signal is not expired.
□ Line-throwing appliances / Distress flares
The equipments are in satisfactory condition with valid dates.
Accommodation
□ Fire Doors
The lf closing devices of fire door are working in order.
□ Fire Extinguishers
The extinguishers have been rviced as required and properly marked with date of rvicing.
□ Fire Fighting Equipment
Fireman’s outfits are in good condition and torch is working in order. The cylinder for breathing apparatus is properly rviced.
□ Fire Control Plan
Fire control plan is in place and up to date.
□ Lifejackets and Immersion Suits
Lifejackets with light & whistle and immersion suits are in good condition.
□ Emergency Lighting
Emergency lights are in good working condition.
□ Sanitary Facilities
Sanitary facilities are clean and functioning correctly.
Outside of Accommodation
□ Fire Fighting Equipment
