ISPS Code
Audit procedure for Ships
ISPS Code (International Code for the Security of Ships and of Port Facilities) was formulated and adopted by International Maritime Organization (IMO) in the aftermath of tragic events of 11th September 2004 to enhance the maritime security of ships, including LNG and LPG vessels, and port facilities against acts of terrorism.
Adoption progress and effectuation date of ISPS Code
| November 2001 | Adoption of IMO Res.A.924(22) - Review of Measures and Procedures to Prevent Acts of Terrorism which Threaten the Security of Passengers and Crews and the Safety of Ships. |
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| February 2002 | 1st meeting of MSC 75 ISWG1 on maritime security - drafted the new requirements of SOLAS Chapter V, Chapter XI-1, Chapter XI-2 and ISPS Code Part A. |
| May 2002 | MSC 75 - reviewed the draft requirements of ISWG1 (ISPS Code Part A) |
| September 2002 | MSC ISWG2 - drafted ISPS Code Part B and reviewed the revisions to SOLAS. |
| December 2002 | The Diplomatic Conference on Maritime Security - adopted new provisions of SOLAS including ISPS Code. |
| 1 July 2004 | Coming into force date of new provisions of SOLAS (Chapter V, XI-1 and XI-2) and ISPS Code. |
Preparation for ISPS implementation
- Appointment of Company Security Officer (CSO)and Ship Security Officer (SSO)
- Ship Security Officer (SSO)
- Preparation of Ship Security Plan (SSP) for each ship
(SSP is approved dy the flag Administration or Recognized Security Organization)
Application
ISPS Code applies to:
- the following types of ships engaged on international voyages:
- passenger ships, including high-speed passenger craft;
- cargo ships, including high-speed craft, of 500 gross tonnage and upwards; and
- mobile offshore drilling units; and - port facility serving such ships engaged on international voyages.
