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Death of Master on Oil Tanker, An Indian flag oil tanker, built in 1983, GRT-4473
Key Changes and Requirements
1. Medical Examinations
The approved Medical Examiner should conduct stringent medical examinations of Senior Officers, who are 40 years of age and above, to verify their physical, mental, and emotional state of health.
2. Port State Control (PSC) / Flag State Control (FSC)
PSC/FSC Authorities should verify the physical/mental state on board, especially by Senior Officers/crew members, under the provision of ILO 147.
3. Drug and Alcohol Policy
Companies should strictly adhere to their Drug and Alcohol Policy.
4. Reporting to Flag Administration
The Company or the ship's staff should immediately bring such cases to the knowledge of the Flag Administration.
Stringent reform/punitive measures against defaulting crew should be initiated by the company.
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