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BOS-PRD-06.900701
Version 04. Original date: 24/05/2012. Version date: 31/12/2014. Valid version only on QMS site. Uncontrolled document when printed.
Procedure prepared by: BOS QHSES Manager. Approved by: BOS Managing Director. Validated by: BOS Quality Representative.
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This procedure highlights what needs to be achieved in order to ensure the change in operational area does
not compromise safety, increase risk to the environment and that costs and schedules are managed through
control of the changes in operational conditions.
Changes
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only be initiated when the control measures are fully developed and implemented Actions
Plan agreed by stakeholders.
Normally a change in operational area
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at least require but not be limited to the following factors to be
evaluated :
Crew change in new area;
Visa requirements;
Logistics cost;
Vaccinations;
General security assessment;
SSA update;
Logistic support and local customs regulations;
Access to service personnel;
Availability of docking and repair facilities;
Adequation of spare parts and consumables;
Access to dangerous goods supplies as chemicals, pyrotechnics, etc;
Information flow to stakeholders;
Back to back agreement with local affiliate;
Contract deployment process.
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The reasons for the change are to be included on the
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Identify all the steps required to complete the change of area and assess the hazards for each step.
Typical Hazards can include or affect but may not be limited to :
Personnel, visas, vaccinations, HUET/BOSIET;
Environmental requirements;
Equipment status;
Delays, loss of hire, mobilisation costs;
Effect on ships operational costs;
Security hazards;
Change in client demands / Plans;
Change in applicable legislation;
Change in emergency contacts and response plan;
Training requirements.
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Identify mitigating control actions which may be:
Appropriate changes to procedures and checks;
Checking equipment is able to sustain change in environment, and adjust inspection or maintenance
routine;
Adjust stock onboard;
Consider service or replace equipment not due yet such as liferafts, fire extinguishers, pyrotechnic
equipment.
Achieve training requirements;
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