ISM Code

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The ISM Code is an international safety management standard for the safe operation of ships and pollution prevention, mandating structured safety management systems for shipping companies and vessels.

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Predicate Object
instanceOf International Maritime Organization instrument
international maritime safety standard
adoptedBy International Maritime Organization
adoptedThrough IMO Assembly
surface form: IMO Assembly Resolution A.741(18)
aimsTo avoid damage to the environment
ensure safety at sea
prevent damage to property
prevent human injury or loss of life
appliesTo certain types of ships engaged in international voyages
ship managers
ship operators
shipowners
shipping companies
associatedWith International Convention for the Safety of Life at Sea
surface form: SOLAS Chapter IX
category maritime environmental protection regulation
maritime safety regulation
enforcedBy flag States
port State control authorities
focusesOn pollution prevention
safe operation of ships
fullName International Management Code for the Safe Operation of Ships and for Pollution Prevention
hasKeyConcept company responsibility and authority
continuous improvement of safety management
designated person ashore
documentation control
emergency preparedness
internal audits and management review
maintenance of ship and equipment
implementedThrough Document of Compliance
Safety Management Certificate
Safety Management System
legalBasis International Convention for the Safety of Life at Sea
surface form: Chapter IX of the International Convention for the Safety of Life at Sea
requires clear lines of authority and communication
defined levels of responsibility and authority
documented safety management procedures
implementation of a Safety Management System
procedures for emergency preparedness
procedures for internal safety audits and management reviews
procedures for reporting accidents and non-conformities
requiresCompanyTo conduct regular safety management audits
define the master’s responsibility and authority
ensure crew are properly qualified and familiar with their duties
establish a safety and environmental protection policy
hold a valid Document of Compliance
provide resources and shore-based support
requiresShipTo carry a Safety Management Certificate
shortName ISM Code self-link

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