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With reference to “ISM Code” write short notes on:

(a) Masters overriding Authority;

(b) Requirement and Advantages of Familiarization of seafarer on-board;

(c) Designated Person Ashore (DPA);

(d) Functional requirements for a safety Management system.

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With reference to the ISM Code write short notes on:

Part (a)

Master's overriding authority - The Master has the overriding authority and responsibility to make decisions with respect to the safety and pollution prevention of the ship and to request the assistance of the Company as necessary (Section 5.2). This provision ensures the Master can deviate from company instructions when his professional judgement concludes that safety or pollution prevention requires it; it is a key safeguard and must be honoured by the Company.

Part (b)

Requirement and advantages of familiarisation of seafarers - Section 6.3 requires the Company to provide documented procedures and instructions for the familiarisation of newly employed personnel and new crew with their duties, safety equipment, emergency duties and ship-specific arrangements before they join/ship operations. Advantages: fewer accidents, quicker competent response, compliance with SOLAS/STCW/MLC, and a more confident crew.

Part (c)

Designated Person Ashore (DPA) - appointed by the Company under Section 4; provides the link between ship and Company, has direct access to the highest management level, monitors the safety and pollution-prevention performance, ensures adequate shore support/resources (spares, technical, medical, towing) for the ship, and coordinates the response to emergencies; the DPA is named in the DOC and reachable 24 hours.

Part (d)

Functional requirements of a Safety Management System - (list the seven: policy; instructions/procedures to operate safely; levels of authority and communication; reporting procedure for accidents/NCs; procedures to prepare for and respond to emergencies; procedures for internal audits and management review; development of plans and instructions for key shipboard operations).

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