Orientation to In Service Classification and Statutory Surveys

The classification process and its interrelationship with international and flag regulations is not always well understood. This course, specifically structured for those in a supervisory role within a shipowning, operating ormanagement company, is intended to provide participantswith an insight into the evolution of classification and statutory requirements with particular emphasis on in-service surveys.

• What is classification?
• Scope of classification surveys:
  • The role of the surveyor
  • Class surveys
  • Surveys during construction
  • Damage surveys
  • Transfer of class
  • Surveys during sale of vessel
  • Equipment certification
  • Cargo gear surveys
  • Dual/double class
• Relationship between classification and statutory surveys
• Statutory surveys
  • Delegation of authority by flag Administrations
  • Status of the surveyor during statutory surveys
  • Load Line surveys
  • Safety construction, safety equipment, safety radio
  • surveys
  • Intervals and scope
  • MARPOL 1973-78: surveys based on the various chapters
  • Other surveys related to statutory work