Exam Question
Write short notes on Casualty investigation code and IMO member state audit scheme.
Class 1 (Chief Engineer)
Engineering Management
📅 Dec 2020
Reference Answer
### **A) Casualty Investigation Code**
#### 1. Introduction and Objective
The Casualty Investigation Code provides a common international standard for the safety investigation of marine casualties and incidents. Its primary objective is **not to apportion blame or liability**, but to prevent future casualties by identifying the causal factors and contributing circumstances. This is achieved through a thorough and impartial investigation process, leading to safety recommendations for the industry and regulators.
#### 2. Legal and Regulatory Framework
#### 1. Introduction and Objective
The Casualty Investigation Code provides a common international standard for the safety investigation of marine casualties and incidents. Its primary objective is **not to apportion blame or liability**, but to prevent future casualties by identifying the causal factors and contributing circumstances. This is achieved through a thorough and impartial investigation process, leading to safety recommendations for the industry and regulators.
#### 2. Legal and Regulatory Framework
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