Ship name
Enter the vessel’s registered name exactly as shown in certificates.
Enter the vessel’s registered name exactly as shown in certificates.
State the current port, anchorage, or inspection location.
Record the IMO number and confirm it matches certificates and markings.
Record start and completion timing for initial and detailed inspection.
Record the attending inspector.
Use for opening-stage notes, delays, or access restrictions.
Enter the registered owner.
Enter the flag State / country of registry.
Record the owner IMO company number where applicable.
Indicate the current charterer if any.
Record the local agent.
Confirm the date from onboard records.
Enter the official port of registry.
State cargo or service type.
Record planned or actual departure timing.
Enter the next port of call.
Record the ETA at next port.
Confirm the Master’s statement.
Add notes on seaworthiness, limitations, or reported defects.
Verify cargo documents are complete and suitable.
Check approved stability booklets are onboard and current.
Confirm approved cargo securing manual is onboard.
Verify CSR documents are complete and sequential.
Confirm Maritime Labour Convention documentation is valid.
Check DOC validity and applicability.
Verify SMS procedures and controlled documents.
For bulk carriers/tankers, check enhanced survey records.
Verify approved plan and proper entries.
Check valid P&I cover documentation.
Confirm relevant bunker pollution certificate or evidence.
Review prior PSC report and rectification status.
Check key statutory and operational records.
Verify ORB and bunker records are complete.
Where applicable, confirm approved manual is onboard.
Check vessel certification matches cargo carried.
Verify radio maintenance arrangements.
Confirm pollution/emergency plans are current.
Review class/statutory survey files.
Verify Annex VI documents are valid.
Check certificate, endorsement, and GMDSS qualification.
Verify certification and endorsements.
Confirm valid watchkeeping certificates.
Check required certificates/documentary proof.
Verify required deck rating certificates.
Confirm valid engineering certification.
Check engineer officers’ certificates and endorsements.
Verify proper certification.
Check required engine rating certificates.
Certificate onboard should be original, with English translation where needed.
Flag State recognition must be valid.
Verify tanker endorsements where applicable.
Confirm GOC/ROC coverage is sufficient.
Inspect shell plating, corrosion, dents, cracks, wastage, or damage on both sides.
Confirm load line, draft marks, vessel name, IMO number, and markings are legible.
Inspect boarding arrangement, securing, platform, and safety netting.
Verify watch schedule is posted and visible.
Check hours of rest against regulatory limits.
Compare records with actual operations.
Confirm watchkeepers appear rested and fit.
Assess if fatigue or other issues impair safe watchkeeping.
Verify DPA details are identified.
Check Master’s familiarity with SMS implementation.
Inspect manuals, audit reports, and revisions.
Verify vessel-specific emergency procedures are available.
Confirm voyage plan and updated charts/publications.
Check radars, AIS, GNSS, echo sounder, log, and aids.
Verify compass condition and deviation records.
Ensure bridge alarm panel is healthy.
Check indicators and alarms.
Confirm BNWAS is functional.
Verify maritime safety information reception.
Check radio operation and reserve power.
Inspect SART condition and battery validity.
Check portable VHF condition and battery/charging status.
Inspect mast structure, supports, and corrosion.
Verify closures are operable and intact.
Check condition and readability.
Inspect antennae and mountings.
Verify applicable special lights are functional.
Inspect vent closing devices.
Check ventilation, signage, and battery safety.
Verify mounting, battery expiry, and release arrangement.
Check integrity of doors, coamings, gaskets, and dogs.
Inspect visible fire hydrants, hoses, and nozzles.
Identify and inspect tested dampers.
Inspect ladders, treads, and handrails.
Verify emergency power source readiness.
Inspect or test selected funnel dampers.
Check readiness and expiry of MOB equipment.
Ensure external plan is updated and legible.
Inspect lifebuoys and associated lights/lines.
Check fire safety, ventilation, and housekeeping.
Check readiness lighting around boat deck.
Verify launching instructions are posted.
Inspect ladder condition and accessibility.
Inspect davits, falls, hooks, and release systems.
Check hull condition and attachments.
Verify statutory equipment inventory and condition.
Test engine starting and clutch where safe.
Assess readiness for immediate use.
Verify servicing, hydrostatic release, and securing.
Inspect hatch covers, manholes, vents, and closures.
Check guard rails, anti-slip surfaces, and access safety.
Inspect plating, fittings, structures, and machinery condition.
Check winches, ropes, wires, brakes, and hazards.
Verify pilot ladder arrangement and condition.
Assess external fire main condition and readiness.
Identify fitted system type.
Verify release instructions are posted and legible.
Inspect cylinders, piping, controls, and service status.
Test emergency fire pump output.
Check isolating arrangement.
Verify change-over instructions are posted.
Demonstrate or verify emergency steering arrangement.
Inspect cleanliness, leaks, and controls.
Check reliable communication.
Verify reserve tank readiness.
Inspect for leaks, corrosion, and temporary repairs.
Check fire door integrity and self-closing effectiveness.
Verify firefighting appliances are ready.
Check escape routes and EEBD readiness.
Assess overall engine-room safety.
Inspect cleanliness and oil accumulation.
Verify quick-closing/self-closing devices.
Review maintenance evidence and condition.
Check key alarm systems.
Inspect OWS, alarms, and anti-bypass arrangements.
Check sewage arrangements.
Verify segregation, placards, and records.
Check sulfur compliance and fuel documents.
Inspect accommodation cleanliness and hygiene.
Check toilets, wash spaces, drainage, and serviceability.
Assess welfare spaces.
Inspect food handling, refrigeration, and storage.
Check local firefighting arrangements.
Assess lighting, ventilation, and habitability.
Verify fire dampers are identified and operable.
Check completeness and condition.
Test selected remote shutdowns.
Verify availability and condition.
Inspect controls and readiness.
Verify emergency plans are available.
Check fire zone isolation arrangements.
Demonstrate or verify automatic cut-in.
Check alarm functionality.
Inspect selected lifeboats and record units checked.
Verify cabin emergency information is posted.
Check sign visibility and correctness.
Verify emergency lighting readiness.
Test selected watertight doors.
Inspect readiness of rescue craft.
Verify records and practical familiarity.
Check emergency organization and duties.
Verify declarations are onboard.
Check approved loading manual/software.
Review cargo-related Master’s report.
Inspect cargo hazard monitoring equipment.
Inspect hatch covers and ventilators.
Inspect visible electrical systems and sampling points.
Record hold condition where safe and permitted.
Verify enhanced survey documentation.
Check readiness and test records.
Inspect de-watering arrangements.
Confirm procedures and assigned responsibilities.
Inspect/test selected shell doors.
Inspect/test drainage arrangements.
Check structural condition and protection arrangements.
Verify securing fittings and equipment.
Inspect fire readiness for cargo decks.
Check detection, closures, and suppression arrangements.
Observe deck/ramp structure condition.
Inspect dedicated systems and applicators.
Verify approved cargo procedures and responsibilities.
Check system status and records.
Inspect pumproom and ventilation.
Verify safe atmosphere control arrangements.
Inspect firefighting arrangements at cargo deck area.
Check calibration and condition.
Verify arrangement and crew familiarity.
Inspect operational readiness where fitted.
Check lashing gear and securing arrangements.
Verify DG segregation, documentation, and placarding.
Assess whether cargo affects required visibility.
Verify validity and applicability.
Check certificate validity.
Verify compliance and maintenance status.
Check valid medical fitness certificates.
Verify certification for lifting equipment.
Confirm liferaft certification is valid.
Inspect certification and condition.
Check occupational health and safety arrangements.
Record if MDI-specific check is applicable.
Verify MLC certification.
Check minimum age compliance.
Verify valid medical certificates.
Check training and qualifications.
Confirm recruitment/placement compliance.
Inspect signed agreements.
Check wage payment records.
Verify work/rest compliance.
Confirm leave arrangements.
Check repatriation arrangements.
Verify safe manning compliance.
Assess welfare arrangements.
Check food quality and catering standards.
Verify medical access and arrangements.
Check evidence of financial security.
Assess safety protection and risk control.
Verify compliance where applicable.
Confirm complaint procedure is posted and known.
Check drill records specific to low-flashpoint fuels.
Verify specialized training and competence.
Inspect maintenance arrangements and records.
Verify ESD system readiness.
Check airlock and ventilation arrangements.
Inspect accessible piping, tanks, and relief arrangements.
Verify fire detection coverage in hazardous gas areas.
Check suitability of electrical equipment in hazardous areas.
Inspect gas safety arrangements.
Verify IG system readiness if fitted.