Technical Support

Flag State Surveys, Inspections & Certification Oversight

Flag State inspections, verification and supplementary surveys, statutory certification oversight, deficiency follow-up and corrective action closure across the Togo fleet.

Technical Support Overview
Flag State inspections
Verification & supplementary surveys
Statutory certification oversight
Vessel certification status
Deficiency follow-up
Corrective actions & closure

Survey Scope

Flag State Authorised

IMO Instruments

SOLAS / ISM / ISPS

Focus

Compliance & Risk

Inspection & Audit Categories

Flag state inspections and statutory audits delivered by IRB-authorised surveyors and recognised organisations.

Pre-Registration Survey

An initial condition survey conducted prior to vessel entry onto the Togo register, ensuring the vessel meets flag state minimum safety standards before a Certificate of Registry is issued.

  • Hull and structural assessment
  • Machinery and propulsion systems
  • Safety equipment inventory check
  • Life-saving appliances (LSA) verification

Annual Flag State Inspection

Periodic flag state inspection to verify continued compliance with SOLAS, MARPOL, MLC 2006, and all applicable IMO instruments throughout the vessel's registration period.

  • SOLAS safety equipment audit
  • MARPOL pollution prevention check
  • MLC 2006 crew welfare compliance
  • Certificate validity and endorsement review

ISM Code Audit (DOC & SMC)

Audit of the Safety Management System (SMS) for both shore-based companies (Document of Compliance, DOC) and vessels (Safety Management Certificate, SMC) under ISM Code Chapter IX of SOLAS.

  • Initial, intermediate & renewal audits
  • Document of Compliance (DOC) issuance
  • Safety Management Certificate (SMC)
  • Non-conformity follow-up and close-out

ISPS Code Verification

Verification of the Ship Security Plan (SSP) and issuance of the International Ship Security Certificate (ISSC) in accordance with SOLAS Chapter XI-2 and the ISPS Code.

  • Ship Security Plan (SSP) review
  • ISSC issuance (initial & renewal)
  • SSAS (Ship Security Alert System) testing
  • Drill and exercise record verification

Typical Inspection Scope

  • Structural integrity and fire protection systems
  • Lifesaving appliances and firefighting equipment
  • Navigation equipment (GMDSS, AIS, ECDIS, VDR)
  • Pollution prevention equipment (ORB, MARPOL compliance)
  • Manning certificates and seafarer documentation
  • Cargo securing and stability documentation
  • Emergency procedures and muster lists
  • Certificate validity and endorsement status

Important Notice

All flag state inspections and ISM/ISPS audits are conducted by surveyors authorised by the Togolese Maritime Administration in accordance with the IMO III Code (Resolution A.1070(28)) and the RO Code (MSC-MEPC.5/Circ.15).

Vessels must maintain valid classification and statutory certificates at all times. Deficiencies identified during flag state inspections must be rectified prior to or immediately following the next port of call.

Schedule an Inspection or Audit

Submit your request through the ENSIGN Portal or contact our technical team directly.