**Executive Summary**
The document presents the PSC (Port State Control) and FSI (Flag State Inspection) statistics for November 2015, encompassing both foreign and Indian vessels. It details the number of inspections, ships with deficiencies, and detentions. The data provides a snapshot of vessel compliance during this period.
**Key Points / Main Content**
*Port State Control (PSC) Statistics:*
* PSC inspections totaled 54.
* 2 vessels were detained.
*Flag State Inspection (FSI) Statistics:*
* FSI inspections totaled 25.
* 3 vessels were detained.
*PSC Inspections by Port and PSCO:*
* Kandla, Kolkata, Chennai, Kochi and Mumbai ports are listed with their respective PSCO's.
* The table shows the number of FSI and PSC inspections conducted by each PSCO at each port.
*Foreign Vessels Inspected (Typewise) Under PSC:*
* 54 foreign vessels were inspected in total.
* 42 ships had deficiencies.
* 3 ships were detained.
* Bulk carriers had the highest number of inspections (29) and ships with deficiencies (23).
*Indian Vessels Inspected (Typewise) Under FSI:*
* 25 Indian vessels were inspected in total.
* 23 ships had deficiencies.
* 2 ships were detained.
* Oil Tanker had the most detentions (1).
*Detainable Deficiencies Identified During the Period:*
* Emergency fire pump non-operational.
* Crew not familiar with emergency procedures, LSA, and FFA equipment.
* Expired vessel certificates.
* Lifeboat engine non-operational.
* Sewage plant non-operational.
* Redundancy and standby requirements of various machinery not maintained.
* Safe Manning Document not complied with.
**Impact Analysis**
**Vessel Owners/Operators**
*Impact:* Need to ensure compliance with safety and operational standards to avoid detentions and deficiencies.
*Action Required:* Address identified deficiencies, ensure crew familiarity with emergency procedures, maintain valid certificates, and adhere to Safe Manning Document requirements.
**Port State Control Officers (PSCOs)**
*Impact:* Provides insights into the effectiveness of inspection activities and areas requiring increased attention.
*Action Required:* Continue conducting thorough inspections, focusing on common deficiencies, and enforcing compliance with regulations.
**Flag State Administration**
*Impact:* Highlights the performance of vessels registered under the flag and areas where compliance needs improvement.
*Action Required:* Review inspection findings, implement corrective actions, and enhance oversight of vessel operations.
Key Entities Referenced
Port Officer, Mercantile Marine Department (PO, MMD): Local branch offices responsible for implementing maritime regulations and conducting inspections
Port State Control (PSC): 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.
Flag State Inspection (FSI): Inspection of ships registered under the national flag to ensure compliance with national and international maritime standards.