This document is a vessel inspection checklist used to ensure vessel safety. It lists items to check such as proper access to the vessel via gangways and ladders, adequate edge protection around open areas, good housekeeping with walkways clear of hazards, sufficient lighting for cargo operations, and maintenance of lifting gear and cranes. Inspectors use this checklist to verify the vessel is safe prior to any work and provide a copy to the vessel's master noting any issues.

1. Vessel inspection checklist OS5a
Vessel safety
Vessel Inspection Checklist - Version 2
Date of Issue – April 2007
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Operational Safety Supporting Tool
Note: Inspection to be conducted prior to work on board and in the company of a vessel representative. Copies of Inspection Checklist to be given to the Master of the Vessel or his representative.
Vessel: …………………………………… Date of Inspection:…………….. Time / Shift:……………
Inspection conducted by: Terminal representative: ……………………………………..
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Comments / location
1. Access
Gangway set correctly and net in place
Hatchways above ladders can be secured
Handgrips present at top of ladder
Walkways clear of obstructions and trip hazards.
Lashing eyes (points) above walkway deck
Vertical ladders >3m have safety hoops - (bottom hoop is at least 2m from the base of the ladder)
Provision of safe access / egress to under deck stows
2. Edge Protection
Outboard cells are provided with safety rails sufficient to prevent a person falling overboard.
Provision for railings (top and mid-rail) around open hatches including safety chains.
Stanchions are 1m in height and no more than 2m apart
Rails (Rope or wire) are taut
3. Housekeeping
Walkways are clear of lashings, loose gear, reefer cables and other trip hazards.
Lashing gear in serviceable condition.
Bins / racks for stowage of lashing gear are provided.
Cell guides in good condition.
Lifebuoy positioned at gangway.
4. Lighting
Adequate lighting is provided at all points of work for all (un)lashing and cargo operations.
5. Ships gear / cranes
Inspection and maintenance logs kept and available for all wires and lifting gear. (e.g. chains, slings etc)
Ships crane stowed to waterside and boom below the top of crane pedestal