Class 1 (Chief Engineer) Engineering Management 📅 Dec 2021

Exam Question

With reference to PSC inspections, explain various 'codes' used to represent 'Actions to be taken' by the vessel against the deficiencies reported. Your IOPP equipment is not operational for want of spares awaited in the next port of call. How will you present your case to a PSCO for a vovage permission till next port.

Reference Answer

### Part 1: PSC Deficiency 'Action Taken' Codes
Port State Control (PSC) utilizes a standardized set of codes to denote the action taken by the Port State Control Officer (PSCO) in response to identified deficiencies. These codes provide clear instructions to the vessel's Master and company and are recorded in the PSC inspection database (e.g., THETIS for Paris MoU, APCIS for Tokyo MoU).
* **Code 10: Deficiency Rectified**
* This code is used when a deficiency is identified and corrected to the satisfaction of the PSCO *before* the vessel departs the port of inspection. The vessel is not delayed, and the issue is considered closed.

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