Division 3.1 Auditors or the audit team managing verification of compliance with the ISM Code shall have competence in relation to:

ensuring compliance with the rules and regulations including certification of seafarers, for each type of ship operated by the company;

approval, survey and certification activities relevant for the maritime certificates;

the terms of reference that must be taken into account under the safety management system as required by the ISM Code; and

practical experience of ship operation.