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M. S. Notice 6 of 2011 - General Inspection of Indian flag vessels by Recognized Organizations (Superseded by M.S. Notice 19 of 2013)
Applicable to:
Indian flag vessels
Effective Date:
26th April, 2011
Superseded Circulars:
M.S. Notice 19 of 2013
Key Changes and Requirements
1. General Inspection Procedure
Indian flag vessels are to undergo a general inspection (GI) by a Recognized Organization (RO) approved by the Government of India.
- RO Selection: The RO that has carried out nil or lesser number of statutory surveys of the vessel shall conduct the GI.
- Inspection Timing: GI should be carried out within three to six months from the date of last statutory surveys, to the extent of annual surveys.
- Report Submission: ROs must submit their report to the Directorate in the enclosed format.
2. Self-Assessment and Flag State Inspection
Ship management is required to carry out a self-assessment of their ships in terms of FSI requirements, followed by a general inspection by an RO.
- Self-Assessment: Preferably through the Designated Person Ashore (DPA).
- Flag State Inspection: To be carried out on these ships based on a randomised targeting.
Annexures: Checklist for General Inspection (Annexure-4), Report Format (Annexure-3 - Form A and Form B)
Important Note
If any serious deficiencies are observed by the ROs which may affect the safety of the vessel, crew, or marine environment, they are required to inform the Port State Control cell of the Directorate forthwith, before the vessel is allowed to leave the port.
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