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National Workshop on

Operational Safety of Domestic Ferries 9 to 12 September 2013 Manila, The Philippines

Milhar Fuazudeen Head, Maritime Training and Human Element Section

Maritime Safety Division International Maritime Organization

National Workshop on Operational Safety of Domestic Ferries on Operational Safety of Domestic Ferries

• Target audience - operators, managers, seafarers • Maritime Administration and maritime industry

representatives Who?

• To enhance understanding of national issues, promote co-operative approaches to achieve operational safety of domestic ferries, share best practices , prevent loss of life

What?

• Manila • 9 to 12 September 2013

Where & When?

• Causal factors for accidents involving domestic ferries ( and non-Convention vessels) and

• Formulation of appropriate measures to prevent recurrence of incidents and accidents and their consequences

Aim

• Encouraging stakeholders to share information to enhance co-operation to improve operational safety of ferries and non-convention sized ships on domestic trade

Objective

National Workshop on Operational Safety of Domestic Ferries

Workshop - platform

to meet and talk

Discuss concerns related to

operational safety of domestic

ferries in the Philippines

Share the concerns and

experiences of the participants

Identify actions that can be taken

nationally (and regionally if

possible) to address the concerns

identified

Set out ways of making positive

progress to enhance

operational safety of domestic ferries

Map out an Action Plan

Effectively implement

Plan

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Outcomes and follow up to the Bali Forum and Fiji Forum

Bali, Indonesia - 6 to 7 December 2011

Suva, Fiji – 30 Oct to 02 Nov 2012

National Workshop on Operational Safety of Domestic Ferries

Domestic Ferry Safety - Bali Action Plan

Effective dialogue between stakeholders

Effective enforcement of applicable rules

Rule- compliant and Fit-for-purpose vessels

Implementation of safety management systems and introduction of a safety culture

Monitoring masters and operators in fulfilling safety obligations

Report initial facts and salient information on maritime accidents and incidents that occur in their territorial waters

Domestic Ferry Safety - Bali Action Plan

Accident investigation Reporting to IMO GISIS

Appropriate shipping safety policies and standards

Fit-for-purpose regulations

Appropriate ship survey procedures

Standard operation procedures and best management practices

Necessary tools to build-up safety awareness of passengers and educate people on safety culture

Domestic Ferry Safety - Suva Action Plan

Encourage the implementation and enforcement of applicable provisions of conventions/regulations

Ensure legislation is user-friendly, easily understood, enforceable, accessible to all and includes penalties severe enough to discourage any violation

Periodic review and continued development and improvement of relevant guidelines

Guidelines on surveying, maritime training, legislation and regulations, and domestic ship safety programmes

Develop and implement effective passenger control and accountability mechanisms

Adoption of a memorandum of understanding (MOU) between maritime administrations for a consistent regional approach to accident investigation

Domestic Ferry Safety - Suva Action Plan

To develop safety management systems for domestic ferries and passenger vessels that include, but are not limited to:

• training in operational matters, including planned maintenance

• safety awareness programmes and pre-departure safety briefs for passengers

• clear communication and the provision of necessary information, including weather forecasts, to support ship masters

• effective communication between masters, surveyors and ship owners to facilitate proper ship inspections & surveys

• stability guidance information, including availability of stability books to masters

Domestic Ferry Safety - Suva Action Plan

Recognizing the importance of providing incentives and subsidies for procurement of new vessels

Encourage the development of adequate infrastructure, particularly in the areas of docking, slipping and passenger terminals

Encourage establishment of life saving appliance (LSA) and fire fighting equipment (FFE) service stations to reduce excessive cost of servicing lifesaving and fire fighting equipment

Sharing best practices and resources across all stakeholders and through regional associations such as the Pacific Islands Shipowners Association (PISA)

Encouraging the development of long-term maritime personnel retention policies that are supported by continuous training programmes

Development of national and regional search and rescue (SAR) response and communication plans, including familiarization programmes, the use of appropriate technology and tools

IMO Instruments applicable to International shipping (Convention size)

Convention size vessels (> 500 gt)

• Some applicable IMO instruments:

• SOLAS Convention • MARPOL Convention • STCW Convention • Load Line Convention • ISM Code • ISPS Code • GMDSS • … to name a few

Non – Convention size vessels (< 500 gt usually)

• ISM, ISPS Codes - not mandatory

• National rules applicable (but can adopt principles of ISM, SSM)

• Not all ships have insurance cover

• International instruments not a priority

• Manning - lower scales and level of competency certification

Some differences between international and domestic shipping

Convention Vessels

• International voyages • National and other flags • Multi-national crews • International instruments apply • Mandatory Manning requirements • Port State Control • Flag State control • Implementation and Monitoring

measures • Class rules

Non – Convention Vessels

• Domestic & near coastal voyages • National flag • Mainly national/local crews • Mainly national/local rules • International rules not applied • Manning dictated by country, vessel

size and owner • Lax port State control • Poor flag State control • Poor implementation and

enforcement of rules • National construction standards

Some differences between international and domestic shipping

Convention Vessels

• IMO Conventions set standards • International instruments

apply • Mandatory Application of rules

by Parties • Port and Flag State Control • Safety, Security and

Environment Protection mandatory - regardless of flag, size, type, owner/operator of ship

Non – Convention Vessels

• International instruments – application not mandatory

• Lack of appropriate rules • Poor enforcement of rules • Inadequate resources in

administrations • Application of rules at the

discretion of countries • Poor exchange of information

and sharing of concerns among countries

General Conclusion

Obstacles to the

enhancement of safety of domestic

ferries

Why is it difficult to implement and enforce safety rules?

How can a safety culture be integrated into domestic shipping (can we learn from civil aviation)?

Is a regional model of safety rules & regulations an appropriate tool?

Will regional harmonization make implementation of rules easier?

What regional measures can be considered to ensure compliance?

Can sharing of information be an effective tool?

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Share your …….. Information, knowledge and experience… Work together…

Are there any visible links to the information you have shared with each other?

Do you see benefits in concerted action?

Do you see any common contributing factors?

Do you see the roots of these factors?

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Co-ordinate the action Develop the Cycle

• Effective and positive dialogue amongst all relevant stakeholders

•Government /regulators commitment to effectively enforce rules more

• Encouragement of ship-owners to provide seaworthy vessels, instil a safety culture

• Seafarers (masters and crew) be adequately trained to fulfil their obligations

• The Philippines to: • develop appropriate shipping policies, fit-for-purpose regulations • provide appropriate training for crew • ensure operational safety of vessels, confidence of passengers

Expected outcome of Workshop

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Can the lessons of Bali and Suva be used to move the Philippines forward? Remember an old adage “an ounce of prevention is better than a pound of cure”

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