TMSA 5.4.2 “…Where it is impractical for a vessel to be audited within the 12 month period due to trading pattern then an unannounced remote audit by an independent contractor including VDR downloads may be utilized…”
Benefits of Remote Navigation Audits include:
It is an industry supported initiative including OCIMF / TMSA
Allows for known costs with no travel logistics for auditors
Performance assessment – continuous improvement
An excellent bridge team training tool
Encourages communication and bridge team cohesion
Allows a good VDR performance check
We draft a complete VDR analysis report which is acceptable standard to any auditing authority including TMSA, OCIMF etc. Few of the many items which form a part of the VDR analysis report are –
1. Introduction of the event for which VDR analysis is being done
2. Complete background of the situation
3. Explanation of event
4. Screenshots and pointers for each critical expalnation
5. All Good Practices undertaken
6. All Near-misses occurred
7. All Observations occurred
8. All Non-Conformances occurred
9. Reference of Rules & Regulations each of above is not complying
10. Suggestions for Good practices
11. Training needs & Suggestions
12. Comparative analysis with Industry Metrics
This proactive VDR analysis on a regular basis will provide an important tool to assess bridge team performance, helps to identify & implement preventive measures and reinforce positive operational safety culture within the bridge team.
