AMSA Chief Mate - Section
What is the intended purpose of the Port State Control (PSC) - answer The fundamental
reason for port state control is to stop substandard ships from trading. AMSA Port state
control inspections are carried out on foreign vessels visiting Australia to ensure that
they are:
- Seaworthy
- Do not provide a pollution risk
- Provide a healthy and safe working environment
- Comply with relevant international regulations
How are the objectives of PSC achieved? - answer Maritime Safety Inspectors conduct
inspections following international guidelines and within the constraints of their authority.
MSI's are guided by a checklist based on resolutions of the IMO.
Differentiate between a Form A and Form B PSC inspection - answerFor all inspections,
a 'Form A' is completed to indicate that an inspection has been carried out. When
deficiencies are noted, a 'Form B' is additionally completed.Initial inspection covers
certificates and documentation and areas critical to the safe operation of the ship.
FORM A
- Every vessel receives a FORM A inspection initially.
- Completed to indicate a PSC has been carried out.
- Master to retain onboard for a minimum of 2 years.
- Available for consultation by a PSC surveyor at all times.
- Copy sent to PSC head office.
FORM B is completed when deficiencies are noted.
Briefly explain how PSC Authorities select which vessels calling at ports within their
jurisdiction to inspect. Be sure to include in your answer an explanation of the
undesirability of a 'bad reputation' under PSC. - answerSelection of ships for inspection
depends on several factors including:
- Risk factor as described by international database
- Specific complaints
- Environmental risk
Vessels registered in flag states with a ''Bad Reputation'' have more probability to be
inspected.
What is the intended purpose of the Port State Control (PSC) - answer The fundamental
reason for port state control is to stop substandard ships from trading. AMSA Port state
control inspections are carried out on foreign vessels visiting Australia to ensure that
they are:
- Seaworthy
- Do not provide a pollution risk
- Provide a healthy and safe working environment
- Comply with relevant international regulations
How are the objectives of PSC achieved? - answer Maritime Safety Inspectors conduct
inspections following international guidelines and within the constraints of their authority.
MSI's are guided by a checklist based on resolutions of the IMO.
Differentiate between a Form A and Form B PSC inspection - answerFor all inspections,
a 'Form A' is completed to indicate that an inspection has been carried out. When
deficiencies are noted, a 'Form B' is additionally completed.Initial inspection covers
certificates and documentation and areas critical to the safe operation of the ship.
FORM A
- Every vessel receives a FORM A inspection initially.
- Completed to indicate a PSC has been carried out.
- Master to retain onboard for a minimum of 2 years.
- Available for consultation by a PSC surveyor at all times.
- Copy sent to PSC head office.
FORM B is completed when deficiencies are noted.
Briefly explain how PSC Authorities select which vessels calling at ports within their
jurisdiction to inspect. Be sure to include in your answer an explanation of the
undesirability of a 'bad reputation' under PSC. - answerSelection of ships for inspection
depends on several factors including:
- Risk factor as described by international database
- Specific complaints
- Environmental risk
Vessels registered in flag states with a ''Bad Reputation'' have more probability to be
inspected.
