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In our latest newsletter we have some interesting unconventional test equipment for fire detectors and highlight the need for careful checks with crane cabins.

OCIMF’s new information paper, Compliance with EEXI Regulation: Risks associated with Power Limitation, provides best practice guidance for managing the risks associated with the implementation and operation of Overridable Power Limitation (OPL) on existing ships.

SHARING EXPERIENCE AND BEST PRACTICE TOWARDS RAISING SAFETY STANDARDS

Our latest newsletter for inspectors and the wider industry to learn lessons from.

Starting 1 January 2024, SOLAS Regulation II-1/3-8 will come into effect, introducing updates to towing and mooring. This includes extended regulatory scope on towing and mooring arrangement and equipment for both new and existing ships. This newsletter summarizes the revised SOLAS regulations.

SHARING EXPERIENCE AND BEST PRACTICE TOWARDS RAISING SAFETY STANDARDS

This latest newsletter discusses observations in the following areas;

- PPE - rubber insulating gloves
- Anti-piracy measures on bridge visibility
- Hydraulic lines outboard of the hull
- Secondary venting and alarm set points
- Toxic gas tubes / PID meters

SHARING EXPERIENCE AND BEST PRACTICE TOWARDS RAISING SAFETY STANDARDS

This latest newsletter discusses observations in the following areas;

- Accommodation ladder Maintenance
- Limitations of Anchoring Equipment
- Ballast Water Treatment Rooms
- Quick Closing Valves

SHARING EXPERIENCE AND BEST PRACTICE TOWARDS RAISING SAFETY STANDARDS

This latest newsletter discusses observations in the following areas;

- Fire door categorisation
- EPIRB's with AIS
- Fire fighting foam volume requirements
- BWTS sample analysis
- Radiation risks V-Sat equipment

This latest newsletter discusses observations in the following areas;

- Lifeline securing to lifebuoys
- Sea valve testing
- Windlass brakes
- Electrical cable conduits
- Fireman's Outfits
- Fixed gas detection system calibration

Our latest AWP inspector news can be read here. Our aim is to share our inspector experiences to improve safety standards within the industry.