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Revision 2.0. October 2016

CLASS X (Over 100 GT). October 2016 of 15

Are you aware of what SAMSA and the various Regulations require of you?The various Acts and regulations place the onus on the owner and in some cases the master as well, to ENSURE that the vessel and the crew comply with the requirements of the regulations at all times.

The SAMSA surveyors do NOT replace the owners and crew in matters of safety and their main function is to ensure that the owner, master and crew are in fact making reasonable efforts to apply regulations and maintain safety standards.

To assist vessel owner/owners representative to manage safety aboard and to demonstrate that management is playing its part, the following checklist has been compiled for your assistance and guidance. (Please note that it is not a complete list but covers the main issues.)

Owner/Owners Representative Declaration:

I, owner/ responsible person of the vessel ............................................................................. have read and completed this checklist in preparation for the vessels Local General Safety Survey.

Signature Date

FISHING VESSELS - CLASS X (over 100 GT)A fishing boat, sealing boat or whaling boat.

LOCAL GENERAL SAFETY SURVEY

IMPORTANT NOTICE - SAFE ACCESS OWNERS/ OPERATORS ARE ADVISED THAT SAMSA REGARDS THE NON-PROVISION OF SAFE ACCESS TO VESSELS IN A SERIOUS LIGHT. THIS REQUIREMENT IS FOR ALL PERSONS REQUIRING ACCESS TO VESSELS (NOT JUST SURVEYORS).SAMSA SURVEYORS WILL ISSUE A APROHIBITION ORDER@, REQUIRING THAT ALL WORK ON BOARD BE HALTED UNTIL ACCESS IS PROVIDED TO THE SATISFACTION OF THE SURVEYOR, IF THE NON-PROVISION OF A SAFE ACCESS IS NOTED AT ANY TIME.

THE SURVEYOR WILL REQUEST A COMPLETED FORM FROM THE OWNER/OWNERS REPRESENTATIVE BEFORE, OR AT THE VERY LATEST, AT THE

SURVEY!Failure to do so is understood to mean that management has not applied themselves to safety

management unless they are able to produce a similar initiative on their part, and the surveyor has



1. DOCUMENTATIONCHECK ITEM NOTESEXPIRY DATE CERTIFICATE OF

REGISTRY(Ships Registration Act , 1998

The original Certificate of Registry must be onboard. Check that the information on the certificate is correct. (eg. Owner & Engine make & model)

EXPIRY DATE PREVIOUS LGSC&

MANNING CERTs(MSA Sect 73 & 194)

The surveyor may want to sight the certificates of competency, so have them aboard. The vessel’s current LGSC (original copy) must be prominently displayed on board.Surrender EXPIRED certificates.

EXPIRY DATE I.O.P.P CERTIFICATE(MARPOL Annex 1 Reg 4)

RECORD OF EQUIPMENT

Vessels of over 400 Gross Register Tons (GT) require an International Oil Pollution Prevention Certificate. [Validity is 5 yrs] Check endorsements.Surrender EXPIRED certificatesOIL RECORD BOOK

(MARPOL Annex 1 Reg 20)Vessels over 400 GT must maintain an Oil Record Book. Part I of the book must be correctly filled in and up to date. Entries must be made whenever bilges are pumped, fuel is transferred, bunkers are taken or slops are landed. Receipts for slops landed must be kept.

S.O.P.E.P MANUAL(MARPOL Annex 1 Reg 26)

Vessels over 400 GT must have a SHIPBOARD OIL POLLUTION EMERGENCY PLAN on board which has been approved by SAMSA.- The plan must have been read and signed by at least one of the ships officers.- The oil pollution equipment listed in the plan must be on board and may be sighted by the surveyor.- The plans as listed in the manual must be kept with the manual and be up to date.- The contact numbers must be correct and up to date.

EXPIRY DATE HULL CERTIFICATE(Con Reg 193)

A valid DRY DOCKING CERTIFICATE must be on board. Surrender EXPIRED certificates.

RADIO CERTIFICATE(or survey only)(MSA Sect 190)

Separate Radio Certification is required on convention vessels over 300 GT on voyages outside of EEZ, otherwise the certification is covered by the LGSC.These surveys are carried out by the Radio Surveyor.Frequency spectrum licence (obtained from ICASA) to be on board. Please note that the Local General Safety Certificate may not be issued until the Radio Surveyor has reported that the condition of the installed radio equipment is satisfactory.

STABILITY BOOK(MSA Sect 226)(S of N reg 7, 8 & 10)

A SAMSA approved stability book must be on board. Any special operating instructions must be posted in the wheelhouse and in the engine room, if appropriate. SAMSA to be informed of any structural changes of the vessel. Updated drawings to be submitted accordingly.

COMPASS DEVIATION CARD/BOOK(MSA Sect 228 & S of N Reg 13 &

14)

The validity of a deviation card is one year. A compass deviation book may be maintained in lieu of having the compass swung annually by a qualified compass adjuster.

Chart No.’s: NAUTICAL CHARTS AND PUBLICATIONS(S of N reg 15)(C of C Regs. 1 – 7)

Charts for the area of operation are to be corrected and up to date. Valid tide tables must be on board. Collision & Signaling Regs. 2005, as well as SA Sailing Directions Volume 1-4 (or BA pilotage books), List of Lights, valid Nautical Almanac (if a sextant is carried), and International Code of Signals book, if operating outside of EEZ (>200NM).Parallel Rule, 2B pencil and dividers to carry.



EXPIRY DATE LIFE RAFT/S SERVICING CERTIFICATE/S.(LSA Reg 25)

The annual inspection/service certificate needs to be on board and may be sighted by the surveyor. To be serviced by a SAMSA approved Liferaft Servicing Station.

SERVICE DATE (Approved) RESCUE BOAT(LSA Reg 31A, Annex 24)

If required equipment, the annual inspection/service certificate needs to be on board and may be sighted by the surveyor. The surveyor may require that the launching and recovery of the rescue boat be demonstrated.

EXPIRY DATE FIRE FIGHTING APPLIANCES(LSA Reg 118)

The annual inspection/service certificate needs to be on board and may be sighted by the surveyor. Servicing of appliances must be carried out by a SAMSA approved DOTFAS station.

EXPIRY DATE GAS TEST CERTIFICATE(Const Reg 159)

If a gas stove is fitted, the installation shall be tested initially as per regulation 159 and repeated thereafter every 4 years. The test is to be witnessed by a surveyor or carried out by a suitable company.

EXPIRY DATE MEDICAL & MEDICAL LOCKER(MSA Sect 101, 167 & 168) (MOS Reg.5)(Med. Appl. Regs 4 & 9)

The surveyor may want to sight each crew member’s medical certificate. A current certificate of inspection (validity = 1 year) from a Doctor (SAMSA approved) or Pharmacist on board as well as the Ship Captains Medical Book (> 15hrs from port) OR First Aid Book (< 15 hrs from port)

EXPIRY DATE AIR RECEIVER(S)(Const Reg 179)

If the Main Engines are air started, air receiver pressure test and relief valve service records must be held. Air receivers must be hydraulically pressure tested and safety valves overhauled every 4 years.

EXPIRY DATE ELECTRICAL(Const Reg 180)

Certification of any electrical testing carried out must be on board.An insulation test is to be carried out every 4 years (circuits > 50V). The resistance between all insulated circuits and earth may not be less than 100 000 ohms.

DATE INSPECTED………………….THOROUGH INSPECTION………………….

LIFTING APPLIANCES(MOS Reg.17)

All deck lifting appliances (Davits, cranes, etc) are to regularly inspected and be in good condition. Owners should be keeping records of inspections and tests.

OFFICIAL LOG BOOK(MSA Sect 182 - 186)

The vessels Log Book must be on board and have been correctly filled in with regard to occurrences on board (See sect 133 & 183 of the MSA).

ARTICLES OF AGREEMENT(MSA Sect 102 - 108)

To be on board and correctly filled in. An Article of Agreement has a maximum validity of 2 years & to be delivered to the SAMSA office thereafter.

SHIP MANEUVERING DATA(M-Notice 18 of 1991)

Providing information on the vessel speed corresponding to Slow, Half and Full ahead and time elapsed and distance traveled to stop in the water when going from full ahead to full astern (“crash-stop”).

OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY

(MOS Reg 3, 36, 38, 39)

OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY

(MOS Reg 3, 36, 38, 39)

- A copy of the Maritime Occupational Safety Regulations, 1994 must be on board. (≥ 6 crew employed)- One of the ships officers must be appointed (in writing!) as the safety officer and he should be conversant with his duties and responsibilities.- A file or log book must be maintained containing recordings of safety meetings, checks of safety equipment and repairs or servicing of safety equipment.- A copy of the publication “Safe Working Practices for Fisherman” must be on board.OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY

(MOS reg 4)4(a). Where entry into enclosed or confined spaces are allowed, an oxygen meter and gas detector, appropriate to the hazard likely to be encountered, must be on board the vessel.4(b). Such testing devices must be maintained in good working order, regularly serviced and calibrated according to manufacturers’ requirements.(Where entry into confine spaces are not planned, no equipment is



required and no enclosed space entry is allowed without prior testing of enclosed spaces)

OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY(MOS reg 39A)

39A. (1) The owner shall, at intervals not exceeding three months, audit the arrangements for ensuring compliance with these regulations in respect of its vessels to ensure that they are implemented effectively.

- The record of each audit (for the last three years) to be onboard the vessel.

- Owners audit reports, safety officer/appointee and official log book records should match.

FIRE CONTROL & SAFETY PLANS(LSA Reg. 116(2))

- Permanently fixed General Arrangement plan showing clearly for each deck the position of all firefighting equipment-fixed or portable, emergency equipment, vents, fire detection & extinguishing systems.

GARBAGE PLACARDReg.9 Annex 5 Marpol

Required on all vessels > 12m in overall length. A placard displayed in a prominent place, describing the garbage disposal requirements in force.

GARBAGE PLANReg. 9 Annex 5 Marpol

Required on all vessels certified to carry 15 persons or more; there must be a designated person responsible for implementation.

2. DISTRESS SIGNALSCHECK ITEM NOTESExpiry: FLARES

(LSA Reg 46)- 12 x Parachute distress flares.- To be stored in a watertight container. Expired flares can be handed in at the nearest Police Station for proper disposal.

FLAGS Flags N, C, W, V, Q must be carried.A coasting ship and vessels proceeding outside S.A. jurisdictional waters to carry International Code of Signals, which requires the carriage of a full set of flags.

LIFE SAVING SIGNALS CARD. (LSA Reg 46)

- To be kept in waterproof container with the distress signals. Crew must understand the LIFE SAVING SIGNALS

SIGNALING LAMP(MSA Sect 229, S of N Reg 17)

- Operating from ship’s power and portable battery power source is required.

GENERAL ALARM Means must be provided to warn members of the crew in an emergency In vessels over 30 meters in length, this should be in the form of a General Alarm operable from the wheelhouse.

FIRE ALARM - If a fire alarm is fitted, it must be operational.

3. NAVIGATIONCHECK ITEM NOTES

NAVIGATION LIGHTS

(Coll Regs Rule 23, 26, 27& 30)

- Masthead light forward (2nd masthead light aft if > 50m), sidelights, sternlight, “Not-Under-Command” lights (2 all-round red), “Restricted in ability to Manoeuvre” lights ( R-W-R all-round lights) and an anchor light.- Fishing Lights (G-W for trawling & R-W for other fishing)- NUC and anchor oil lamps are to be provided unless the vessel has two sources of power available (Battery + Generator set).

SOUND SIGNALS(Coll Regs Rule 33)

- A ships bell, foghorn and mechanical (manually operated) foghorn.- Vessels over 100m also require a “gong”.

SHAPES(Coll Regs Rule 26, 27, 30)

- 3 x black spheres able to be rigged to show vessel “Not Under Command”, “At anchor” or “Aground”.- 1 x fishing signal (2 cones - apexes together).

COMPASS(S of N Reg 13 & 14)

- 1 x magnetic compass capable of taking terrestrial bearings.- A compass deviation book should be maintained by the master. If this book is not maintained to the satisfaction of the surveyor or if the compass deviation is regarded as excessive, the compass must be swung annually by a qualified



(S of N Reg 15A)compass adjuster.- A sextant and chronometer is required (operators may be exempted if 2 independent GPS navigators are provided.

DEPTH (S of N Reg 59) - An echo sounder must be fitted.

4. LIFE-SAVING EQUIPMENTCHECK ITEM NOTESExpiry: LIFE RAFTS

(LSA Reg 17; 25; 27(2)(3); 36 &39))Annex 7

- Fishing vessels > 75ft (22.9m) may generally be considered as exempted from carrying any lifeboats, on condition that they comply with the following:- Sufficient SAMSA-approved life rafts, properly stowed, on each side of the vessel, to accommodate all persons on board (At least 2) i.e. 200%.- Approved hydrostatic release mechanisms are fitted.- Fishing vessels < 75ft (22.9m) must carry sufficient life rafts to accommodate all persons on board, which must be stowed so that they can be readily (and demonstrate-ably) transferred to the water on each side in adverse conditions. Failing which 200% carried. No buoyant apparatus etc. are approved and hydrostatic releases are recommended Expiry: RESCUE BOAT

(LSA Reg 17, 31A &Annex 24)

- Required on all vessels >45.72m in length and on all vessels >22.86m in length built (completed) after 31-12-1996.

- To be stowed in a cradle and be able to be launched and recovered on one side of the vessel with a full complement of persons and equipment.- To be SAMSA approved and carry required safety equipment.- To be maintained in a state of readiness for immediate use.- Rescue boats may be utilized as work boats provided that they are able to return to the vessel within 5 minutes in the event of an emergency.

RESCUE

BOAT

EQUIPMENT (LSA

Reg. part III 1968

- Two buoyant oars with thole-pins or crutches for each oar, or two paddles;

- One bailer and two sponges;- A suitable sea anchor attached to a suitable buoyant hawser not less than10 metres in length and fitted with tripping line;- Two buoyant painters of adequate length and size, one fitted in the bows as a ship painter;- Two buoyant rescue quoits each attached to a light buoyant line 10 metres in length;- One waterproof torch together with spare batteries and a bulb in a watertight container;

- One buoyant safety knife;- A whistle or equivalent sound signal;- A repair outfit

- A first aid kit in a watertight container;

EXPIRY- Six red hand-held distress flares

EXPIRY :- Two buoyant four minute orange distress smoke signals;

EXPIRY : - Two red parachute distress rockets;- One portable hand radio which is kept in a portable but watertight casing in order to facilitate communication with the parent ship and for which, when not in use, means shall be provided on the parent ship to keep the battery of the portable hand radio fully charged at all times;- One lifejacket per person;- One safety boat hook;



- One efficient bellows or pump;- One radar reflector;- At least four survival blankets; and

- A list of instructions on the use of the rescue boat supplied by the manufacture which shall include but shall not be limited to the following

(i) A list of equipment;(ii) Details on how to use the equipment ;(iii) Procedure and precautions to take on starting the engine(s); and(iv) Procedure on the use and re – stowage after use of the

inflatable righting bag, if fitted.All the said equipment shall be so secured or stowed within a rescue boat that it cannot be dislodged from its position should the rescue boat capsize.Every rescue boat shall be propelled by an outboard motor on inboard engine, the propeller of which, in each case, shall be fitted with a propeller guard, to protect persons in the water.

LIFE JACKETS (LSA Regs. 17(9); 30;39(4))Annex 10(MN 24 of 2014)

- A SAMSA and NRCS approved Life jacket must be carried for each member of the crew. Previous SABS approved life jackets are still acceptable until found not fit for use.- To be fitted with a plastic whistle, light and reflective tape- The vessel’s name/number is to be marked on the lifejackets.- The life jackets are to be stored in a dry, accessible place.

BUOYANCY AIDS(Code of Safe Working Practices for Fishing Vessels, [Edition 2003].Ch’s 2.1, 3.3, 3.5 &4.5.10.)

- The QUANTITY to be carried is determined by conducting a RISK ASSESSMENT as to the duties on board that pose the most likely risk of crew falling overboard.- The vessel’s name/number is to be marked on the buoyancy aid.- A SAMSA and NRCS approved WORKING TYPE Life jacket with lights.

IMMERSION SUITS (LSA Reg 17(11) & 30A)

- Vessels proceeding South of 40°S and North of 40°N must be provided with immersion suits of suitable size for the entire crew.- If carried, immersion suits must be serviced every 12 months

LINE THROWING APPLIANCE(LSA Reg 17(10); 31))Annex 2

- Must consist of 4 lines and 4 rockets (with means of ignition).- Remember to check the expiry dates on the rockets and charges.

LIFE BUOYS(LSA Reg 17(7); 28; 29;39(3))Annex 9

- Vessels > 12.2m but < 22.9m = Minimum of 3 life buoys- Vessels > 22.9m but < 30.5m = Minimum of 4 life buoys- Vessels > 30.5m = Minimum of 6 life buoys- Half the number of life buoys are to be fitted with self-igniting lights. At least 1 life-buoy per side of the vessel is to be fitted with a 27m line.- 1 life buoy on one side of the bridge is to be fitted with a 15 minute Man Over-Board (M.O.B) marker. A life-buoy on the other side of the bridge is to be fitted with at least a self-igniting light.Marked with vessel’s NAME & PORT OF REGISTRY on two sides

EPIRB – 406 MHz See Radio Check List.

SART See Radio Check List.

5. ANCHORSCHECK ITEM NOTES

ANCHORS

(Const Reg 168)

- Vessels are to be fitted with an anchor and chain which can be rapidly deployed. A spare anchor is also to be carried.- Vessels built under the rules of a SAMSA approved Classification Society

may



comply with the rules of the classification society provided that an anchor and spare anchor must be carried.- A windlass is required if the anchor weight is > 75 kg.- The surveyor may require the anchor operation to be demonstrated.

6. ACCOMMODATION AND GALLEYCHECK ITEM NOTES

VENTILATION(Const Reg 165)

- Adequate ventilation is to be provided to all spaces.- Sleeping spaces must be provided with inlet and exhaust ventilators.- Air inlets and exhausts must be close-able from an external position.- Special attention should be given to under-deck ventilation, (especially in areas such as the factory) as good ventilation will result in the crew keeping weather-tight doors and hatches closed at sea and not open to assist with ventilation.

EMERGENCY ESCAPES(Const Reg 163)

- If more than 10 people are accommodated in a space, a clearly marked, unobstructed emergency escape must be provided.

TOILETS - The vessel should be provided with enough toilets for the mode of operation. At least one toilet is required.

STOWAGE OF GOODS(MSA Sect 161)

- Adequate stowage for the crew’s personal effects must be provided.- Stores, spares, food, etc may not be stored in the crew accommodation

spaces.ADJOINING E/R(Const Reg 163)

Where accommodation adjoins machinery spaces, satisfactory sealing arrangements must be provided to prevent the ingress of fumes. A separate access must be provided to such accommodation.

GARBAGE(Annex V, Reg 9)

GARBAGE(Annex V, Reg 9)

Facilities must be provided for the retention of all plastics on board in accordance with the- Placards showing requirements- Garbage Record Book (for vessels over 400 GT)- Garbage plan (for vessels over 400 GT)

FRIDGES Walk-in fridges must be fitted with “Lock-in” alarms.GALLEY STOVES

(Const Reg 159 & 170)

- Fuel/power sources must be located outside the galley- Remote isolating valves must be fitted to isolate the fuel/power source.- If a gas stove is fitted; means must be provided to automatically shut off the gas supply in the event of the flame being extinguished under any circumstances. (Refer to Reg 159 for full list of conditions i.r.o gas installations!)

7. FIRE FIGHTING EQUIPMENTCHECK ITEM NOTES

ON DECK / ACCOMMODATION

Vessels < 150 GT- Sufficient hydrants in number so that a single jet of water can reach any part of the vessel while using only one length of hose.- A fire hose and spray/jet nozzle must be provided for each hydrant.- A minimum of 1 suitable portable fire extinguisher must be provided per



(LSA Regs 97 & 98)

(LSA Regs 92-95)

(LSA Regs 87(1), (2), (4), (5),(6), 88 - 91)

LSA Regs 100 read with 72, 73, 7578

accommodation/crew space, subject to a minimum of;- 2 extinguishers for vessels less than 21.3 m in length; and,- 3 extinguishers for vessels over 21.3 m in length.

Vessels > 150 GT but < 500GT- Sufficient hydrants in number so that a single jet of water can reach any part of the vessel while using only one length of hose.- A fire hose and spray/jet nozzle must be provided for each hydrant.- A minimum of 1 suitable portable fire extinguisher must be provided per accommodation/crew space but in any case not less than 2 in total.Vessels > 500 GT but < 1000GT- Sufficient hydrants in number so that at least 2 jets of water can reach any part of the vessel while using only one length of hose per hydrant.- A fire hose and spray/jet nozzle must be provided for each hydrant. At least 2 hoses with a combined length of 60% of the vessel length plus 1 spare hose must be provided.- A minimum of 1 suitable portable fire extinguisher must be provided per accommodation/crew space but in any case not less than 3 in total.Vessels > 1000GT- Sufficient hydrants in number so that at least 2 jets of water can reach any part of the vessel while using only one length of hose per hydrant.- A fire hose and spray/jet nozzle must be provided for each hydrant.

One hose per 30.5m of vessel length must be provided but in any case not less than 5 hoses with a combined length of 60% of the vessel length plus 1 spare hose must be provided.- A minimum of 1 suitable portable fire extinguisher must be provided per accommodation/crew space but in any case not less than 5 in total.

FIRE HOSESLSA Regs 100 read with 72, 73, 7578

- Fire hoses must be of suitable length but not greater than 18.3 m.

IN GALLEY

(LSA Reg 100)

- SAMSA strongly recommends that a fire blanket be provided.- A CO2/Dry Powder portable extinguisher must be located at or near the

entrance.FIREMAN’S SUIT(LSA Regs 78, 114 & Annex 23)

- Vessels > 1000 GT - 1 suit. Vessels > 2500 GT - 2 suits- Each suit must include a suit, boots, gloves, helmet breathing

apparatus and spare bottle, a fireproof safety line, an adjustable safety harness, a portable lamp and an insulated fire axe

IN ENGINE ROOM

(LSA Regs 97 & 98)

ENGINE ROOM cont.

(LSA Regs 92-95)

Vessels < 150 GT- At least 1 x Power driven fire pump (may be main engine driven) capable of delivering at least one jet of water to all parts of the vessel.- A minimum of 1 x hydrant, fire hose and spray jet nozzle sufficient to access the entire engine room.- A minimum of 2 portable extinguishers must be provided; 2 of which must be foam with the balance being Dry Powder or CO2.Vessels >150 GT but < 500GT- A fixed fire smothering (steam, CO2, etc) system for machinery/boiler spaces containing an oil fired boiler or incinerator.- At least 1 x Power driven fire pump capable of delivering at least one jet of water to all parts of the vessel.- A minimum of 1 x hydrant, fire hose and spray jet nozzle sufficient to access the entire engine room.- 1 x portable extinguisher per 100 bhp of installed power must be provided subject to a maximum of 6 and minimum of 2; 50% of which must be foam and the balance Dry Powder or CO2, alternatively; 2 x portable extinguishers

and 1 x 45 litre foam or 16 kg CO2 extinguisher may be provided.Vessels >500 GT but < 1000 GT- A fixed fire smothering (steam, CO2, etc) system for machinery/boiler spaces containing an oil fired boiler or incinerator.- 2 x Power driven fire pumps (1 of which may be Main Engine driven) each capable of delivering at least one jet of water to all parts of the vessel.- A minimum of 1 x hydrant, fire hose and spray jet nozzle sufficient to access the entire engine room.



(LSA Regs 87(1), (2), (4), (5), (6) &88 - 91)

(LSA Regs 72, 73, 75 - 78)

- Any space containing internal combustion machinery must be provided with 1 x portable extinguisher per 100 bhp of installed power must be provided subject to a maximum of 6 and minimum of 2.- 1 x 45 litre foam or 1 x 16kg CO2. Extinguishers must be provided in the engine room and any machinery with any aggregate power greater than 250 bhp.- 50% of portable extinguishers must be foam and the balance Dry Powder or CO2.Note: SAMSA strongly recommends the installation of a fire smothering system in the engine room. If such system is installed, the number of portable extinguishers fitted may be reduced subject to SAMSA approval.Vessels >1000 GT- A fixed fire smothering (steam, CO2, etc) system for machinery spaces.- 2 x Power driven fire pumps each capable of delivering two jets of

water to all parts of the vessel from any two hydrants.- 1 independently driven power operated emergency fire pump must be located outside the engine room.- A minimum of 2 x hydrants, fire hoses and spray jet nozzles sufficient

to access the entire engine room.- 1 x 45 litre foam or 1 x 16kg CO2. Extinguishers must be provided in

the engine room and any machinery with any aggregate power greater than 1000 bhp.

- Any space containing internal combustion machinery must be provided with 1 x portable extinguisher per 100 bhp of installed power subject to a maximum of 6 and minimum of 2 of which 50% must be foam and the balance Dry Powder or CO2.

8. ENGINE ROOM REQUIREMENTSCHECK ITEM NOTES

MAIN ENGINE

(Const Regs 152, 155, 178 &179)

The Main Engine must be able to be brought into operation when initially no power is available to the ship.- If electric start; a minimum of 1 x charging unit other than the M/E is required. It is also acceptable if the vessel has twin engines both fitted with charging units, both being capable of charging both sets of batteries.- If air start; a minimum of 1 x air receiver and 1 x compressor is required. Drain(s) must be fitted for the drainage of condensate.Pressure relief valve(s) must be fitted & set at 1.1 x Working Pressure.

EMERGENCY ESCAPE(Const Reg 163)

- A clearly marked, unobstructed engine room emergency escape is required.

EXHAUST LAGGING(Const Reg 155)

- Exhaust pipes and silencers of internal combustion engines are to be efficiently cooled, lagged or installed in such a manner that they do not create a fire hazard (Lagging, if used, must be impervious to oil or coated so that it is impervious to oil).

ROTATING PARTS(Const Reg 155)

- Protective guards are to be provided for all rotating shafts and drive belts which could result in the injury to crew under normal operating conditions.

VENTILATION(Const Reg 165 & 170)

- A minimum of 2 ventilators must be provided for engine rooms.- Efficient closing arrangements (flaps or plugs) must be provided for the ventilators.- Remote (Outside engine room) stopping arrangements must be provided for any inlet/exhaust fans fitted.

PUMP SHUT-OFFS(LSA Reg 115)

- Remote (Outside engine room) stopping arrangements must be provided for all fuel transfer pumps and purifiers, if fitted.

FUEL TANKS

(Const Reg 157)

- Means must be provided to ascertain the tank level.- If the tank capacity is > 100 litres, filling pipes must lead to the weatherdeck with screwed plug arrangements for closing. The minimum allowable pipe diameter = 38mm- Sounding pipes in the e/r (and in other compartments below the main deck) must have self-closing cocks.- Vent pipes are to be fitted with anti-flashback gauze. max = 0.5mm of non- corrosive material.- Shut-off cocks are to be provided at all tank outlets which can be closed locally and from a remote position (not required if suction line is not gravity fed).



- Ventilation of fuel spaces is to be adequate.STEERING GEAR

(Const Reg 169 & 188)

- An efficient steering and emergency steering arrangement, which can be rapidly brought into action, is required. By-pass arrangements are to be fitted on hydraulic steering systems to prevent hydraulic locks when the emergency steering arrangement is brought into operation.- Adequate communication between the wheelhouse and steering flat must be provided.

CO2 ALARM(LSA Reg 100)

- Where a CO2 system is fitted, the installation and CO2 release alarm may be checked by the surveyor.

BILGE PUMPING ARRANGEMENTS

(Const Reg 156)

BILGE PUMPING ARRANGEMENTS cont.

- Required PumpsBoat Length Minimum number of pumps

19.8m - 24.4m 1 x Main Engine driven pump plus 1 x power driven or hand operated pump (must be power driven for pelagic vessels).

> 24.4m 2 x Power driven pump (1 may be M/E driven).Hand operated pumps are to be capable of being operated above the main deck.The Main Engine driven pump or hand pump(s) may be replaced by an

independent power pump.Bilge arrangements are to be provided for the draining of all watertight

compartments.

- Pipe configurations Non-return or L-Cocks are to be fitted in the bilge suction lines to prevent

flooding from the sea into the vessel.- Bilge alarm Audible and visible bilge alarms for machinery spaces, which are not normally manned, must be provided in the engine room and 9. WATERTIGHT INTEGRITY

CHECK ITEM NOTES

INTEGRITY

(S of N Reg 7)

The as-designed watertight/weather-tight integrity of all bulkheads, doors and hatches must be maintained. The surveyor may require that the watertight integrity of doors or hatches be proven by hose test or other suitable means. The surveyor may want to sight the vessels stability book to confirm the vessels Aenclosed volume.

FACTORY(S of N Reg 7)

If the factory is part of the enclosed volume, all openings must be able to be closed weather-tight e.g. Scuppers, offal chutes, etc.

FOREPEAK ISOLATION VALVE

The fore-peak isolation valve must be in working condition, unobstructed and clearly marked.

WATER ON DECK(Const Reg 164)

Adequate freeing ports and scuppers must be fitted to allow for the rapid clearing of water in all conditions. Freeing port arrangements must be such that persons are not able to pass through them.

RAILINGS/ BULWARKS(Const Reg 164)

Guard rails, stanchions and bulwarks must be in good condition and freeing ports must not have been welded closed.

DOOR SILLS(Const Reg 163)

A minimum sill height of 305 mm is required on the main deck and 152 mm on the Superstructure decks. SAMSA recommends a sill height of 600 mm for accesses from trawl decks.

SIDE SCUTTLES(Const Reg 163)

Side scuttles situated below the main deck or on spaces which form part of the enclosed volume above the main deck (e.g. 1st tier of superstructure, foc’sle) are to be provided with efficient deadlights.

10. ELECTRICALCHECK ITEM NOTES

EMERGENCY POWER(S of N Regs &0 & 71) (LSA Reg 31A)

Emergency lights must be operational;- Navigation lights- in the Engine room and Accommodation- at embarkation stations (Vessels > 22.9m).



BATTERIES(Const Reg 170)

Batteries must be stored in such a manner that adequate ventilation is provided. Battery boxes/rooms must be provided with a vent pipe fitted with a flash arrester. Batteries may not be stored in accommodation spaces.

GENERAL(Const Reg 170)

Electrical cabling must be of the flame retardant type. Electrical cabling must be adequately supported and protected.Light fittings must be located in such a way that they present no fire risk. All lights must be covered.

11. LIFTING APPLIANCESCHECK ITEM NOTES

LIFTING APPLIANCES(MOS )

All davits and cranes, etc are to be clearly marked with their safe working loads (S.W.L). Any blocks used for fishing should also have a SWL marked on them. All appliances should be regularly checked.

WIRES(MOS)

Main trawl wires and working wires/strops are to be in good condition. There should not be more than 10 broken strands in any length equal to 8 times the wire diameter.

BLOCKS / SHACKLES(MOS )

Blocks and shackles must be checked for excessive wear and the SWL should be marked on them.

12. EXTENSIONSMSA Sect 197 Please note that all submissions for extensions to the vessels Local General Safety Certificate must be submitted to

SAMSA, in writing, before the validity of the certificate expires.

Expired certificates will NOT be considered for an extension.KEYABBREVIATION ACT / REGULATION ABBREVIATION ACT / REGULATION

MSA Merchant Shipping Act 57 of 1951 C of C Merchant Shipping (Carriage of Charts & Nautical Publications) Regulations, 2002

Const Construction Regulations, 1968 RI Merchant Shipping (Radio Installation) Regulations, 2002

LSA Life-Saving Equipment Regulations, 1968

ER Merchant Shipping (EPIRB Registration) Regulations, 2002

S of N Safety of Navigation Regulations, 1968

Coll Merchant Shipping (Collision, etc) Regulations, 2005

MOS Maritime Occupational Safety Regulations, 1994



RADIO CHECK-LIST FOR NON-GMDSS REQUIREMENTS attachedRADIO CHECK-LIST FOR NON-GMDSS REQUIREMENTSMerchant Shipping (Radio Installations) Regulations, 2002.APPLICATION : (1) ships of >25 GRT

CHECK ITEM NOTESRADIOTELEPHONE INSTALLATION*(Part 3, Regulation 31 and 33).

Current ICASA Frequency Spectrum License (ECA Act).

Note- Inmarsat, when fitted, requires a separate Icasa Frequency Spectrum License. (ECA Act)

To be fitted to-1. Class B or C fishing vessels. (Radio Class).

Installation to be tuned for maximum RF power output. Reflected power NOT to be more than 10% of this output. Minimum power output of 65 Watt for 2182 kHz.HF – 100 Watt peak envelope power. Check antenna condition.

Provision of radiotelephone antennas. (Part 3, Regulation 32).

Suitable antennas and insulators are required.If a wire antenna liable to whipping is supplied, it must be protected against breakage with a “weak link”.

Spare antenna for Radiotelephone installation (SSB).(Part 3, Regulation 32).

Completely assembled antenna with insulators if it is a wire antenna.If it is a whip type antenna, a spare antenna of similar electrical characteristics.Means to erect an antenna.

Radiotelephone Operators. (Part 3 Regulation 36).

Must be appropriately qualified with a Restricted Radiotelephone Operator’s Certificate (Marine) for operating VHF and MF/HF (SSB) radio installations.

Radio Logbook(Part 3, Regulation 37).(Annex 3 Part 2).

All radio communications to be noted in the specified format as supplied in the radio log.ITU requirements to be followed.1. Particulars of the ship and of the operators.2. Name of the operator and the times on and off watch.3. Summary of communications between the ship and coast

stations and/or ships.4. Summary of all communications relating to distress

urgency and safety.5. A record of all incidents connected with the radio



communications service of both VHF and R/T installation.6. Particulars of all the test and checks of batteries, alarms,

reserve sources of power.Position of the ship preferably at midday.

Radio tools for vessels, Class B, C (Radio Class) fishing vessels including spare parts to be carried.(Part 3, Regulation 25, annex 4.).

1. 5 spare fuses.2. 1 spare bulb for the emergency light required by

regulation 31(4).3. 250 g petroleum jelly or general purpose grease.4. 1 smooth file of 15 cm length.5. 1 jointing knife.6. 1 pair 18 cm insulated wireman’s pliers with side cutters.7. 1 set of screwdrivers (flat-headed and/or Phillips)

suitable for use on the radiotelephone equipment.8. 1 adjustable spanner with 25 mm gap.9. 1 hacksaw and spare blades to suit.10. 1 lockable tool box or compartment (for containing the

above-mentioned tools).11. 1 Hydrometer.12. Where special nuts or screws are used for fastening,

suitable tools must be provided in addition to those specified above.

Emergency Display(Part 3, Regulation 31 and ITU requirements).

Laminated card format explaining the operating procedure of the two-tone alarm, and the format of the Mayday Call and Message.

Radio Clock(Part 3, Regulation 31).

Required for vessels of CLASS B and C (Radio Class) fishing vessels. The clock must indicate the two Radio Telephone silence periods.

Antenna Plan(Part 3, Regulation 25).

All antennas with heights and system that it is connected to.

Emergency Light(Part 3, Regulation 31).

Required for vessels of CLASS B and C (Radio Class) fishing vessels.

Voltmeter(Part 3, Regulation 24).

All vessels in order to monitor the charged condition of the radio batteries.

Dummy Load(Part 3, Regulation 25 and 31).

Applicable to radiotelephone installation (SSB) for testing the two-tone alarm.

Battery bank for radio apparatus. (Part 3, Regulation 28 and 34) Chargers.(Part 3, Regulation 31 and 34).

- Battery boxes to be fitted with proper vents.- Batteries to be clean, not cracked.- Terminals to be maintained,- Electrolyte to be topped-up (distilled water).

NAVTEX*(Part 3, Regulation 22).


All vessels >25 GRT to be fitted with NAVTEX. CLASS B and CLASS C (Radio Class) fishing

vessel Ensure that the areas C, I, O and X are programmed with all categories of messages.

VHF RADIOTELEPHONE INSTALLATION.(Part 3 Regulation 22).Current ICASA Frequency Spectrum License (ECA Act).Note- Inmarsat, when fitted, requires a separate Icasa Frequency Spectrum License. (ECA Act)

All vessels >25 GRT.Forward power to a maximum of 25 Watt. Reflected power not to exceed 10% of the forward power. Check antenna condition.

Use of the VHF radiotelephone installation.(Part 3 Regulation 29).

In terms of the ITU regulations, the operator must have practical knowledge of operating the equipment and of all the international radio regulations.Restricted Radiotelephone Operators Certificate (marine) is required.

Provision of VHF Radiotelephone station antennae.(Part 3, Regulation 27).

Antennae to be installed suitable for the efficient radiation and reception of signals in the VHF marine band. Vertically polarised and have an unobstructed view in all directions.



Emergency Display.(Part 3, Regulation 26 and ITU requirements).

Laminated card format explaining the format of the Mayday Call and Message.

Radio Logbook or Radio Notebook (Part 3, Regulation 30)

Summary of communications relating to distress, urgency and safety, completed by skipper.

Battery bank for VHF radio apparatus. (Part 3, Regulation 28)

- Battery boxes to be fitted with proper vents.- Batteries to be clean, not cracked.- Terminals to be maintained,- Electrolyte to be topped-up (distilled water).

Service date:....

.........................Expiry date of the battery: ......

.........................

406 MHz Emergency Position Indicating Radio Beacon (EPIRB)*

(Part 3, Regulation 22).Merchant Shipping (EPIRB Registration) Regulations, 2002)


CLASS C (Radio Class) fishing vessel CLASS D (Radio Class) fishing vessel.-EPIRB is registered and;-Hexadecimal code and MMSI Number are displayed on EPIRB;-Ensure that the HSR is valid;-Comply with the service dates;-That the service book is signed by the servicing agent after servicing and that the battery date is valid;-Type to be approved by SAMSA.Service date:....

.........................Expiry date of the battery: ......

.........................

Search and Radar Transponder (SARTS)*(Part 3 Regulation 39).Current ICASA Frequency Spectrum License (ECA Act).

One Sart for- ALL FISHING vessel’s

-Ensure that the SART is serviced.-Ensure that the battery is valid.-Comply with the service dates.EXEMPTION: restricted to port operations within a radius of 15NM from breakwater

Expiry date of the battery: ......

.........................

PORTABLE TWO-WAY VHF RADIOTELEPHONE APPARATUS**

(Part 3, Regulation 38).

Current ICASA Frequency Spectrum Licence (ECA Act).

Two required for- FISHING vessel >24 metres in length.One required for- Any fishing vessel <24m-Ensure that the portables are properly assembled as per handbook instructions;-Ensure that the primary batteries are sealed and that the date/s is/are valid.**EXEMPTION: restricted to port operations, do not proceed beyond breakwater

Crew Wage Agreements – Merchant Shipping Amendment Act, 2015South African ship : ’ means a ship that is registered or licenced in theRepublic.

Applicable to commercial vessels.

CREWS AGREEMENTS(MSA Sects 102, 111A, 114,121 &130)

Crew’s agreements to be on board and contain required information (see sect 102 & 111A, 114, 121 & 130 of MSA). Department of Labour endorsed Bargaining and Statutory Council agreements are accepted as alternatives if these agreements contain as a minimum the required information as per MSA sections amended.



ANNEXURE: CREW’S AGREEMENTSMerchant Shipping (Amendment Act), 2015.

APPLICATION : (1) South African ship that is registered or licenced in the Republic.

CHECK Section of MSA, 1951 as amended NOTESMSA Section 102 (3) (a) to (e) Crew’s agreements to contain the following information:

Nature and duration of intended voyage or engagement, Particulars of deck lines or load lines –if applicable, number and description of crew, time the seafarer is to be on board and capacity on board.

MSA Section 102 (3) (f) to (m),Read with Sections 111A (leave and formula for calculation), Section 114 (right to repatriation)

Crew’s agreements to contain the following additional amended information:Particulars of wages each seafarer is to receive, to include basic wages, leave, allowances, bonuses and commissions.Amount of seafarer’s annual leave including formula used to calculate.Health and social security benefits.Right to repatriation.Reference to any collective bargaining agreement.Minimum notice periods.

MSA Section 102 (5)(b) If there is a collective bargaining agreement on board a fishing vessel covering the wages and conditions of employment of a seafarer agreed to under a registered Bargaining Council or Statutory Council, then the terms of agreement shall apply to the seafarers an board.

MSA Section 121 Crew’s payments to be received on a regular basis. Periods between payments not to exceed 45 days.

MSA Section 130 Seafarers have the right to leave allotment notes ashore for payment of part of wages to be paid to a designated person ashore.

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