Description
Conventions of the International Maritime Organization (IMO) concerning safety of life at sea, security and protection of the marine environment.
Alternative labels
coverage of ship related legislative requirements
range of iOM conventions
coverage of IMO conventions
impact of IMO conventions
scope of IMO conventions
scope of ship related legislative requirements
range of ship related legislative requirements
impact of ship related legislative requirements
Skill type
knowledge
Skill reusability level
sector-specific
Relationships with occupations
Essential knowledge
Ship related legislative requirements is an essential knowledge of the following occupations:
Marine surveyor: Marine surveyors inspect vessels intended for operations in maritime or open sea waters. They ensure that vessels and equipment follow the regulations laid down by the International Maritime Organisation (IMO). They may also act as third parties for the review of offshore facilities and construction projects.
Optional knowledge
Ship related legislative requirements is optional for these occupations. This means knowing this knowledge may be an asset for career advancement if you are in one of these occupations.
Fleet commander: Fleet commanders ensure that naval vessels are ready for inclusion in operations, and are maintained in compliance with rules and regulations. They also supervise naval personnel and are responsible for the operations of the naval service.
Mechanical engineer: Mechanical engineers research, plan and design mechanical products and systems and supervise the fabrication, operation, application, installation and repair of systems and products. They research and analyse data.
Shipbroker: Shipbrokers act as intermediaries between buyers and sellers of ships, cargospace on ships and charter ships for the transfer of cargo. They inform clients on the shipping market mechanisms and movements, report on vessel and cargospace prices and sales, and negotiate not only the cost of the vessels, cargospace or cargo but also the logistical requirements for the transfer of the vessel or commodity cargo to the buyers.
Marine engineer: Marine engineers design, build, maintain and repair the hull, mechanical, electronic equipment and auxiliary systems such as engines, pumps, heating, ventilation, generator sets. They work on all types of boats from pleasure crafts to naval vessels, including submarines.
Marine chief engineer: Marine chief engineers are responsible for the entire technical operations of the vessel including engineering, electrical, and mechanical divisions. They are the head of the entire engine department aboard the ship. They have overall responsibility for all technical operations and equipment on-board the ship. Marine chief engineers collaborate on security, survival and health care on board, observe the national and international standards of application.
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