Vessel Name Master/Caption

Date & Time Location

Vessel Inspection Checklist

This form should be utilized during vessel inspections.

Area of inspections
YES NO Remarks & issues noted
Access, housekeeping and environment
In good condition, clear of trip/slip/head hazards
Stairs, Doors,
or suitably marked /signed: non-slip;
Alleyways
Doors, hook backs. Dogs, seals and self-closing
to/from
mechanisms etc.
& Through Area
Deck openings, Suitably guarded or locked
Hatches, doors/ Hold backs, closer, latches working properly
fire doors In Good condition: clear obstructions
All openings, through which a person could fall,
suitably fenced
Emergency Clear of obstructions, readily opened &
Escapes adequately lit by emergency lighting,
Housekeeping; Clear of rubbish
Waste Combustibles, spilled oil etc.;
Management Sanitary boxes in place and serviced regularly;
Waste disposed of correctly or put in the correct
bins

Lighting, including Adequate & all working

emergency lights

Noise level Not excessive ( with appropriate ear protection)

Bilges/scuppers/ All areas clear

drainage Space dry
Ventilation Adequate & all working

Signs/Plans/ Adequate & clearly displayed

operating
Fridges/freezers All the right temperature; doors to the fridges and
freezers in good condition and close properly
 Area of inspections YE
NO Remarks & issues noted
Work Practice’s/Others S
Permit to work Issued if necessary & properly completed

Protective clothing Properly worn as required for work & in Good

condition

Level of Adequate, particularly for inexperienced crew;

supervision No unsafe conditions noted

Risk assessment & R/A completed for operation and toolbox talk held
tool box talk before operation;

Safe working As per COSWP & company procedures

Practices

First Aid boxes Clearly marked, Fully stocked; evidence of regular

inventory sighted

Eye wash stations Valid / in good condition, clearly marked and

unopened

Persons conducting the inspection

Name & Signature
Rank

Name & Signature

Rank

Note:

 When conduction inspection of the vessels specific areas, the inspector is to be accompanied by at least one
person from the department involved.
 Always check with caption if it is OK to conduct the inspection as winches and machinery can be start up at
any time without warning.