The first thing that we need to remember, for any rank is that we need to be fully confident and comfortable about the ship we are on. Once this is achieved, the inspection is already half cleared. Before the Inspection Conduct a thorough self-inspection well before the inspection. Inform the…
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SIRE Inspection Programme is a unique tanker risk assessment tool of value to charterers, ship operators, terminal operators and government bodies concerned with ship safety. Background of SIRE Carriage of liquid and pressurized cargoes has an intrinsic high level of risk. Maritime accidents can result in casualties and severe damage…
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