In this regard, it is noted that the Sub-Committee will continue to update the Survey Guidelines under the Harmonized System of Survey and Certification (HSSC) to take account of recent changes to the IMO’s regulatory framework. These Guidelines are an important reference document regarding the conduct and scope of statutory surveys, which are often delegated to Recognized Organizations.
IACS will also provide advice to the Sub-Committee during the discussions in relation to the analysis of marine casualty investigation reports that have been submitted by Member States; and the ongoing work to harmonize Port State Control (PSC) activities and procedures worldwide.
During the lunch break on Monday 1 July, IACS will provide an overview of its Quality System Certification Scheme (QSCS) and explain our experience to date of the outcome of the inaugural meeting of the International Quality Assessment Review Body (IQARB) in the trial phase. All participants registered to attend III 6 are very welcome to attend.
Any enquiries on the above should be sent to Paul Sadler, IACS Accredited Representative to IMO, at permsec@iacs.org.uk