# The Merchant Shipping (International Safety Management (ISM) Code) Regulations 2026, Regulation 11: Duty of designated person


A designated person must, in relation to a ship to which these Regulations apply and for which that person is responsible—
(a) monitor the safe and efficient operation of the ship with particular regard to safety and pollution prevention aspects;
(b) take such steps as are necessary to ensure compliance with the ship’s safety management system; and
(c) ensure that proper provision is made for that ship to be so manned, equipped and maintained that it is fit to operate in accordance with that system.

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Source: https://www.legislation.gov.uk/uksi/2026/194/regulation/11 (the official version)
Page: https://openlegislation.uk/merchant-shipping-international-safety-management-ism-code-regulations-2026/regulation-11
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