GMDSS Radio Survey Blog
Regular and detailed inspections of ships and their equipment can significantly reduce the number of emergencies at sea, ensure the safety of navigation and the reliability of cargo transportation.
The surveys are carried out by qualified inspectors representing independent surveying companies approved by classification societies to perform surveys. Classification societies establish the criteria for inspection to ensure compliance of the issued certificates with international maritime standards and regulations. One of such key regulatory documents is the Survey Guidelines under the Harmonized System of Survey and Certification (HSSC), 2019 (IMO Resolution A.1140 (31)). The requirements of national legislation, which may be more restrictive, are also taken into account.
