Guidance to Port State Control

The course aims to enhance the awareness and understanding of ship officers regarding Port State Control (PSC) inspections and help them prepare to meet safety and pollution prevention requirements.

Training Outcome/s:

• explain the legal basis for Port State Control (PSC)
• explain the regional Port State Control agreements
• explain how Port State Control Authorities target ships for inspection
• identify common deficiencies that can lead to detentions
• state the importance of preventive maintenance and class attendance in connection with Port State Control detentions
• describe the typical sequences of a Port State Control inspection
• explain the importance of having all required documentation available before port arrival
• explain the inspection types of Port State Control
• correlate Port State Control and cargo operations as well as manning
• describe the crew's recommended conduct during Port State Control inspections
• identify the commercial implications of Port State Control
• identify the methods of improving the effectiveness of the management systems in preparation for an inspection