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SMS Introduction
BOS-SPC-11.900000
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Mandatory – as based in ISM Code Element 5.2
5
.1 Skills and
C
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Using overriding authority assumes the vessel Master has the skills, intelligence, experience and in-depth
understanding of the risks to personnel, vessel, assets and the environment and assumes that the Master
will conduct an objective risk assessment of applicable situations, free from any irrelevant feelings or
prejudices.
Overriding authority must never be made to excuse or hide lack of competence. It would clearly degrade the
whole concept of HSE management and would degrade the Master’s authority in the long run.
A certain amount of calculated risk is inevitable in shipping, and can largely be overcome with knowledge,
experience and application of best practices. The myriad rules, checklists and ISM-manuals in use onboard
are a very poor substitute for a competent crew.
Version 04. Original date: 22/06/2012. Version date: 31/12/2014. Valid version only on QMS site. Uncontrolled document when printed.
Specification prepared by: BOS Deputy QHSE Manager. Approved by: BOS QHSES Manager. Validated by: BOS Quality Representative.
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