Top 5 SOLAS Inspection Failures (and How to Avoid Them)
- August 24, 2025
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- Category: Compliance & General Marine Safety
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Why SOLAS Inspections Matter
SOLAS compliance is essential for vessel safety and smooth port operations. Failing inspections leads to costly delays and potential detentions.
Top 5 Failures Found During SOLAS & PSC Inspections
- Expired Certificates: Liferafts, extinguishers, and radio equipment out of date.
- Liferaft Deficiencies: Outdated HRUs, damaged canisters, or poor stowage.
- Fire-Fighting Equipment Issues: Missing extinguishers, low-pressure SCBAs, untested foam.
- GMDSS Failures: Dead EPIRB batteries, faulty NAVTEX, no VDR APT certificate.
- Calibration & Gas Detection: Expired or missing calibration certificates.
How to Avoid These Failures
- Keep a digital log of all service certificates.
- Schedule services in advance of port calls.
- Train crew on regular maintenance checks.
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