Port State Control (PSC), Ship Application and Ship Inspection Course

Introduction to Port State Control and Maritime Compliance

Module 1: Overview of Port State Control

• Definition and purpose of Port State Control
• Role of PSC in maritime safety and environmental protection
• Difference between Flag State Control and Port State Control
• Responsibilities of maritime administrations
• PSC inspection regimes and regional Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs)

Module 2: International Maritime Regulatory Framework

• IMO conventions related to PSC
• SOLAS, MARPOL, STCW, MLC, ISM, and ISPS overview
• Role of classification societies
• Flag State responsibilities
• Recognised organisations and statutory certification

Module 3: PSC Inspection Process

• Selection of vessels for inspection
• Initial inspection procedures
• More detailed inspection
• Expanded inspection
• Grounds for detention
• Reporting and follow-up actions