Port State Control - IMO
...Port State Control (PSC) is the inspection of foreign ships in national ports to verify that the condition of the ship and its equipment comply with the requirements of international regulations and that the ship is manned and operated in compliance with these instruments and ensure maritime safety and security and prevent pollution....
https://www.imo.org/en/OurWork/IIIS/Pages/Port%20State%20Control.aspx
Types of Inspection - Paris MoU
...High Risk Ships (HRS) and ships of a risk type (chemical tanker, gas carrier, oil tanker, NLS tanker, bulk carrier and passenger ship) and more than 12 years old are eligible for an expanded inspection....
https://parismou.org/PMoU-Procedures/Library/types-inspection
How to prepare for a PSC (Port State Control) Inspection
...Prepare for PSC Inspections with our comprehensive guide. Safeguard your vessel's compliance, reputation, and operational success & avoid Port State Control detentions....
https://www.virtuemarine.nl/post/how-to-prepare-for-a-psc-port-state-control-inspection
Preparing for PSC Inspections: Key considerations
...There is no golden rule for a PSC preparation; however, employing common sense and taking basic actions prior to a ship?s PSC inspection (PSCI) can be beneficial. Typically, shipping companies will send out a PSC preparation checklist outlining items to be reviewed prior to arrival....
https://safety4sea.com/cm-preparing-for-psc-inspections-key-considerations/
Port State Control (PSC): Inspections and Compliance Requirements
...Port State Control (PSC) is a vital enforcement mechanism ensuring that ships comply with international safety, environmental, and labor regulations. PSC inspections help eliminate substandard vessels, prevent marine pollution, and protect seafarer welfare....
https://tramobil.com/library/industry-review/port-state-control-psc-inspections-and-compliance-requirements/
Port State Control Inspections Explained: What To Expect
...Ensure compliance and avoid detentions with our expert guide. Port State Control (PSC) inspections are a cornerstone of maritime safety, ensuring that ships sailing international waters comply with global standards for safety, environmental protection, and crew welfare....
https://boatsgeek.com/port-state-control-inspections-explained/
Port State Control (PSC): Purpose, Procedures, How It Works
...Port State Control (PSC) inspects foreign vessels in their waters to verify adherence to IMO and flag state rules, detaining non-compliant ships if necessary. o Sets global regulations (SOLAS, MARPOL, ISM Code, etc.). o Does not enforce but expects member states to implement. o Implements IMO regulations through national law....
https://www.marinepublic.com/blogs/marine-law/377446-port-state-control-psc-purpose-procedures-how-it-works
AFD - International Maritime Organization
...1.7.5 Initial inspection: A visit on board a ship to check the validity of the relevant certificates and other documents, the overall condition of the ship, its equipment and its crew (see also section 2.2)....
https://wwwcdn.imo.org/localresources/en/OurWork/IIIS/Documents/A%2031-Res.1138%20-%20PROCEDURES%20FOR%20PORT%20STATE%20CONTROL,%202019%20(Secretariat).pdf
PSC Ready | Marine & Offshore
...Bureau Veritas? PSC Ready platform enables clients to seamlessly self-check all vessels in preparation for PSC inspection. Clients can plan onboard inspections, customize and monitor the assessment process, launch follow-ups, and track corrective actions....
https://marine-offshore.bureauveritas.com/digital/your-applications/psc-ready
Here is All You Need to Know About Port State Control Inspections
...Having regional cooperation between different port states (PSC MoUs) eliminated the need for inspecting each ship. Port state controls under the same MoU shared the ship inspections results with a common database. Assigning a risk factor to each ship set the priority for inspection of a ship....
https://www.myseatime.com/blog/detail/port-state-control-inspections