TUCF QHSE Manager, Peter Hill, has conducted a vessel audit of the
Petra Pioneer on behalf of PMA. On approval by Lloyds’ Register, who
independently administer certification on TUCF’s behalf, this achieves
compliance with International Maritime Organization (IMO) requirements,
and establishes safeguards against security, safety and pollution
risks involved in shipboard operations.
The vessel Petra Pioneer will now be eligible to upgrade in Document
Compliance (DOC) from an interim to initial standard under the International
Safety Management Code (ISM Code) and International Ship and Port
Security Code (ISPS Code). The processes of onboard auditing helps
TUCF’s client maintain compliance in relation to both of these codes.
For PMA the purpose of certification is to develop further systematic
planning and implementation of activities and operations that can
lead to improved management control; to achieve greater operational
efficiency, reducing potential for losses arising from accidents and
pollution incidents; and to insure continual improvement. All of which
develops a mature and effective management system.
At the time of auditing Mr Hill found 22 corrective actions under
the ISM Code and 4 corrective actions in relation to the ISPS Code,
reflecting a conscientious effort by PMA management and crew.
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