Clasification Society Rulefinder 2020 - Version 9.33 - Fix
Statutory Documents - IMO Publications and Documents - Resolutions - Assembly - IMO Resolution A.1052(27) – Procedures for Port State Control, 2011 – (Adopted on 30 November 2011) - Annex – Procedures for Port State Control, 2011 - Appendix 2 – Guidelines for the Detention of Ships - 1 Introduction

1 Introduction

  1.1 When deciding whether the deficiencies found in a ship are sufficiently serious to merit detention, the PSCO should assess whether:

  • .1 the ship has relevant, valid documentation; and

  • .2 the ship has the crew required in the minimum Safe Manning Document.

  1.2 During inspection, the PSCO should further assess whether the ship and/or crew, throughout its forthcoming voyage, is able to:

  • .1 navigate safely;

  • .2 safely handle, carry and monitor the condition of the cargo;

  • .3 operate the engine-room safely;

  • .4 maintain proper propulsion and steering;

  • .5 fight fires effectively in any part of the ship if necessary;

  • .6 abandon ship speedily and safely and effect rescue if necessary;

  • .7 prevent pollution of the environment;

  • .8 maintain adequate stability;

  • .9 maintain adequate watertight integrity;

  • .10 communicate in distress situations if necessary; and

  • .11 provide safe and healthy conditions on board.

  1.3 If the result of any of these assessments is negative, taking into account all deficiencies found, the ship should be strongly considered for detention. A combination of deficiencies of a less serious nature may also warrant the detention of the ship. Ships which are unsafe to proceed to sea should be detained upon the first inspection, irrespective of the time the ship will stay in port.

Parent topic: Appendix 2 – Guidelines for the Detention of Ships
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