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ISM Code VMS - in compliance with - ISO 9001:2008

ISO 14001:2004 ISPS Code

ISM Code – Certification - DOC

A Document of Compliance (DOC) is issued to a Company when the shore side aspects of the Safety Management System are found to fully comply with the requirements of the ISM Code.

The DOC is specific to the ship type operated by the Company and for which the SMS is implemented at the time of the audit.

ISM Code – Certification - DOC

A DOC should be accepted as evidence that the Company’s shore-side management structure complies with the requirements of the Code.

A copy of the DOC should be placed on board each of the company’s ships.

It is unnecessary for the “copy” DOC to be authenticated in any way.

ISM Code – Certification – SMC

On completion of a successful audit a Safety Management Certificate (SMC) is issued to each individual ship provided that the company holds a valid DOC.

ISM Code – Certification – SMC

SMC + DOC (copy) on board are required for Vessel to be allowed to trade.

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