Loss prevention and pre entry condition survey for underwriters

1. Loss prevention as the name suggest is an essential aspect to help
determine the procedures & equipment which need potential
improvements on board to prevent the third party losses for P& I
clubs. Pre entry condition survey is performed to analyze the
condition of the vessel prior to insuring them. We, Constellation
Marine Surveyors are an approved surveying company by most of the
international group of P&I clubs to carry out the loss prevention and
pre entry condition survey on their behalf. We also are nominated by
a number of leading H&M underwriters to carry out the pre-risk
inspections.
Our independent Marine Surveyors have been carrying out loss
prevention assignments for P&I club in the Far East region and India
apart from the regular inspections in Middle East region. The stars of
Constellation Marine comprising of Master Mariners and Engineers
are available 24x7 to attend The Loss Prevention and Pre Entry
Condition Survey of ships which are planned to be added to the P& I
club pool. Our team of highly skilled professionals understand in
detail the aspect of third party liabilities with special reference to
cargo, procedures, documentation, crew related matters and
pollution prevention. Upon receiving a nomination to carry out a P&
I club inspection, the relevant website is visited and all the latest
forms pertaining to the vessel specific type are downloaded. It is
well understood by our surveyors that following the Club?s specific
instructions and checklist are critical. Importance of carrying out the
inspections during daylight hours is well understood and adhered to.
Getting the report sent to the clients within 24 hours is strictly
followed by our team.
Despite the challenges faced, we did back to back P&I club loss
prevention inspections in Vietnam for the club, in a span of 2 days,
which was very much appreciated by them. Paying particular
attention to specific forms for different ships is the key during the
initial preparation phase. Inspection commenced by conducting an
opening meeting by our independent surveyor with the master, chief
officer, chief engineer and second engineer discussing the scope of
the inspection. A list of all the operational test which needs to be
performed were discussed with all those present for a smooth
inspection.
LOSS PREVENTION AND PRE ENTRY CONDITION SURVEY FOR UNDERWRITERS

2. Statutory certificates and various documentation were verified with the
master which was followed by accommodation and deck rounds. Upon
completion of deck round, the engine room was inspected along with the
Chief Engineer. During the inspection, few of the officers and deck crew
were interviewed for their knowledge of the ship safety management
system and basic ship familiarity. Getting the master to acknowledge the
defect list prior to the surveyor disembarking from the vessel is crucial
and should be taken care of. The observations in the defect list has then
to be closed out by the ship owner and presented to the P&I club within a
stipulated period of time. Should they fail to address the issues pointed
out during the survey their claim may stand rejected.
To Sum up in Simple Words ?Loss Prevention & Pre Entry Condition
Inspections are important for P&I clubs to have a clear picture of what
type of ships they are adding into their pool and what risks they
might encounter. If the deficiencies are not rectified by the ship
owner within the time frame then compensation will not be paid
should a claim arise?.
Written by: Capt.Delzin Irani
Verified by: Capt.Diptiman Guha
Date of Submission: 1/12/2015
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