Refers to: Ship-owners, Operators, Masters and Managers of PHRS certified vessels
Action Date: Immediate
Dear All,
This Newsletter aims to inform all concerned parties the mandatory implementation of IMO Resolution MSC.560(108), adopted by the Maritime Safety Committee (MSC) on 23 May 2024, which introduces amendments to Part A of the Seafarers’ Training, Certification and Watchkeeping (STCW) Code concerning Personal Safety and Social Responsibility (PSSR).
Background
The Maritime Safety Committee (MSC), at its 108th session, adopted Resolution MSC.560(108) introducing amendments to Chapter VI of Part A of the STCW Code relating to emergency, occupational safety, security, medical care and survival functions.
The amendments fully replace Table A-VI/1-4 – Specification of minimum standards of competence in Personal Safety and Social Responsibility (PSSR).
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