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AMSA targets ships for inspection based on a risk profiling system that assigns ships to priority groups based on risk factors. Ships with higher risk factors have higher target inspection rates, up to 100% for single hull tankers. Inspections follow international guidelines and conventions, with inspectors verifying certificates and documentation and inspecting areas critical to safe operation. More detailed inspections may occur if certification is invalid or there are concerns about compliance, and deficiencies are recorded. AMSA also conducts focused inspection campaigns on specific areas to ensure compliance.

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AMSA targets ships for inspection based on a risk profiling system that assigns ships to priority groups based on risk factors. Ships with higher risk factors have higher target inspection rates, up to 100% for single hull tankers. Inspections follow international guidelines and conventions, with inspectors verifying certificates and documentation and inspecting areas critical to safe operation. More detailed inspections may occur if certification is invalid or there are concerns about compliance, and deficiencies are recorded. AMSA also conducts focused inspection campaigns on specific areas to ensure compliance.

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Port State Control Inspections in Australia

Inspection Procedures, Rectification And Detention

Targeting Matrix
AMSA targets ships based on the calculated risk profiling system. The "risk factor" calculation takes into
account a number of criteria and based on this, ships are categorised into "priority groups" with each group
having a specific target inspection rate.

The inspection rate targets are as follows:

Priority Group Risk factor {probability of Target Inspection Rate


detention)
Priority 1 6 or higher 80%
Priority 2 4 or 5 60%
Priority 3 2 or 3 40%
Priority 4 0 or 1 20%

The inspection regime for Single Hull Tankers and Passengers Ships are:

1. Single Hull Tankers (SH) - three monthly and Inspection target is 100%

2. Passenger ships are Priority 1 and are eligible every 6 months

Details of 'SHIPSYS', AMSA's ship inspection record database and targeting system can be found in the Port
State Control annual report. The Port State Control Annual Reports can be downloaded from the AMSA
website at: http://www.amsa.gov.au

Vessel Age Limitations


There are no age limitations over and above relevant international convention requirements however age is one
of the parameters forming the algorithm used by ' SHIPSYS' to calculate the 'risk factor' of an arriving vessel.

Overriding Priority For Inspection


When undertaking an inspection an inspector will utilise a Ship Inspection Record (SIR) book which contains
some guidelines and all relevant forms. Selected Offices may utilise a computer based SIR Book whereby a
notebook computer and special software provide the same information and forms as the hard copy book.

Code of Conduct for Inspectors


AMSA conducts PSC inspections in accordance with international guidelines and within the constraints of
its authority. Inspectors are guided by a set of 'Instructions to Inspectors' and a 'Ship Inspection Manual',
which are based on the international convention requirements and resolutions of the International Maritime
Organization (IMO) and the International Labour Organization (ILO).

It is not an AMSA requirement that all shipboard personnel be retained on board in order to facilitate a PSC
inspection. Australia has ratified MLC 2006, and Masters/Operators are to be mindful of MLC Regulation
2.4.2: "Seafarers shall be granted shore leave to benefit their health and well-being and with the operational
requirements of their positions".
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During a PSC inspection, the Inspector first conducts an initial inspection. This comprises a visit on board to
verify the ship carries the necessary valid certificates and documentation. They also inspect areas critical to the
safe operation of the ship in order to form an opinion as to whether the vessel is in compliance with those
certificates and the overall conditions of the ship, its equipment and its crew. If certification is invalid, or if there
are clear grounds to suspect that the ship and/or its equipment or crew may not be in substantial compliance
with the relevant convention requirements, a more detailed inspection is undertaken. This attracts a fee which
is currently set at A$272/hr.

For all inspections a 'Form A' is completed to indicate that an inspection has been carried out. When deficiencies
are noted, a 'Form B' is additionally completed.

When undertaking an initial inspection the AMSA Inspector will utilise the pocket-sized guidelines and the
list of certificates and equipment as the basis for the inspection. Whilst it is important to remember that the
guidelines and lists are not exhaustive they are intended to provide the basis for an initial inspection sufficient
to identify potentially unseaworthy vessels. The equipment indicated below for example, although limited in
number, represents the items responsible for almost 90% of all detentions.

Whilst the Inspector is checking the vessel's documentation and certificates the Master would typically arrange
for requested items of equipment to be ready for inspection and testing during the physical inspection of the
vessel. Most items of equipment do not require lengthy preparation being intended for emergency use but
all requested tests of equipment are carried out by the vessel's crew in a manner to ensure everybody's safety.

In cases where clear grounds exist to do so, the Inspector may conduct a more detailed inspection. Depending
on the circumstances, this may be limited to a particular aspect of the ship or equipment or in some cases may
involve more extensive expansion of the inspection.

The AMSA Inspectors use their professional judgement in conducting the inspection, determining the extent of
inspection and in determining the required action required in response to identified deficiencies.

Concentrated Inspection Campaigns


Since 1 December 2000, AMSA has periodically conducted Focused Inspection Campaigns on vessels visiting
Australian ports.

The aim of the various phases of the campaigns is to focus on a particular area of a vessel in order to ensure
compliance with the applicable international requirements. Australia targets the particular areas for each phase
on the basis of Port State Control statistics that indicate areas requiring special attention. The campaigns are
conducted in conjunction with routine Port State Control inspections. Each campaign focus and timeframe is
advised to the shipping industry via Marine Notices one month prior to commencement.

http://www.amsa.gov.au/vessels/standards-regulations/marine-notices/index.asp

For each phase of the campaign, an AMSA surveyor uses guidelines and a standard checklist to confirm
that an area or a particular item of equipment meets international standards. When a surveyor detects a
deficiency associated with the campaign, the surveyor will require the Master to rectify the problem in the
same manner as that required under normal Port State Control inspections. Where a deficiency warrants the
vessels detention the surveyor records the details of the deficiencies and detention in accordance with AMSA's
Port State Control procedures.

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