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Internal ISM Code Audit Report Template

by Richard Flanders, from the Community

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This Internal International Safety Management ISM Code Audit Report template helps maritime operators evaluate Safety Management System compliance across ship and shore operations. Sections cover ISM objectives and application, functional SMS requirements, safety and environmental policy, company responsibilities and the Designated Person, masters authority, crew qualifications and communication, shipboard operations, emergency preparedness and drills, reporting and analysis of non conformities, planned maintenance and critical equipment, documentation control, and internal audit and management review practices. Use it to drive continuous improvement in maritime safety and pollution prevention.

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Internal ISM Code Audit Report Template

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