Paragraph 3 Application of main criteria

(1)

When deciding whether the deficiencies found in a ship are sufficiently serious to merit detention the inspector must assess whether—

(a)

the ship has relevant, valid documentation required under the Conventions;

(b)

the ship has the crew required for the purposes of the Minimum Safe Manning Document issued under SOLAS, Chapter V, Regulation 14.

(2)

During inspection the inspector must further assess whether throughout the forthcoming voyage, the ship or the crew, or where relevant the ship and the crew, are able to—

(a)

navigate safely;

(b)

safely handle, carry and monitor the condition of the cargo;

(c)

operate the engine room safely;

(d)

maintain proper propulsion and steering;

(e)

fight fires effectively in any part of the ship if necessary;

(f)

abandon ship speedily and safely and effect rescue if necessary;

(g)

prevent pollution of the environment;

(h)

maintain adequate stability;

(i)

maintain adequate watertight integrity;

(j)

communicate in distress situations if necessary;

(k)

provide safe and healthy conditions on board;

(l)

provide the maximum of information in case of accident.

(3)

Where the answer to any of the assessments under sub-paragraph (1) or (2) is negative, taking into account all deficiencies found, the ship must be strongly considered for detention.

(4)

A combination of deficiencies of a less serious nature may also warrant the detention of the ship.