Definitions (a) Audit means a systematic, independent and documented process for obtaining audit evidence and evaluating it objectively to determine the extent to which audit criteria are fulfilled.(b) Audit Scheme means the IMO Member State Audit Scheme established by the Organization and taking into account the guidelines developed by the Organization.(c) Code for Implementation means the IMO Instruments Implementation Code (III Code) adopted by the Organization by resolution A.1070(28).(d) Audit Standard means the Code for Implementation. … [Read more...]
Convention on the International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea, 1972 (COLREGs)
The 1972 Convention was designed to update and replace the Collision Regulations of 1960 which were adopted at the same time as the 1960 SOLAS Convention. Technical provisions The COLREGs include 41 rules divided into Six Sections:Part A - GeneralPart B - Steering and SailingPart C - Lights and ShapesPart D - Sound and Light signalsPart E - ExemptionsPart F - Verification of compliance with the provisions of the ConventionThere are also four Annexes containing technical requirements concerning lights and shapes and their positioning; sound signaling appliances; … [Read more...]