ISM Code, It's Purpose and certificates issued for ISM code

ISM Code:- As per SOLAS Chapter IX. Management for the Safe Operation of Ship.

ISM is International Safety Management Code for safe operation of ships & for pollution prevention as adopted.

Purpose of this code is to provide an international standard for safe management and operation of ships and for pollution prevention.

The objective is to ensure safety at sea, prevention of human injury or loss of life & avoidance of damage to the environment , in particular to marine environment and to property.

certificate issued for ISM code.

DOC- Document of Compliance . Valid for 5 years

SMC- Safety Management Certificate. Valid for 5 Years

Interim DOC- Valid for 12 months.

Interim SMC- Valid for 6 months