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Safety Recommendation
037/07
Issued To
Maritime NZ
on 05 Nov 07
Review the qualifications structure and the seagoing limits so as to ensure that the intent of the Commission's recommendation 028/05 is upheld.
Implementation Status:
Open
Reply:
Maritime NZ has already identifired this matter as a priotiy item within its action plans for the 2008/2009 year. This recommendation is acceptable to Maritime NZ.
Safety Recommendation
038/07
Issued To
Maritime NZ
on 05 Nov 07
considers, when undertaking recommendation 037/07, incorporating the details of the maritime limits boundaries for both vessels and competence certificates into the Ministry of Fisheries (Mfish) geospatial data management (GIS) tool "National Aquatic Biodiversity Information System" (NABIS) so as to provide an accurate illustration of the relationship between the Mfish and Maritime NZ regulations.
Implementation Status:
Open
Reply:
This recommendation is acceptable to Maritime NZ.
Safety Recommendation
039/07
Issued To
Maritime NZ
on 05 Nov 07
conduct a special inspection of Santa Maria II and other vessels owned or operated by the owner to ensure that they fully comply with all relevant Maritime Rules with particular attention to ensure that all fire fighting equipment on board, especially fixed fire suppressant systems, comply with New Zealand regulations.
Implementation Status:
Open
Reply:
This recommendation is acceptable to Maritime NZ which is expected to be completed in the 2008 year.
Safety Recommendation
021/07
Issued To
Real Journeys
on 10 Jul 07
Consider the fitting of more efficient rudders, to increase the wind speed within which the vessels can safely manoeuvre or to provide additional manoeuvrability in extreme conditions.
Implementation Status:
Open
Reply:
Recommendation declined on the following grounds;
1. Real Journeys ships are highly manoeuvrable, and can turn within their own length.
2. Discussions with Naval Architects and other professional maritime personnel indicate that high lift rudders will not improve efficiency and are inappropriate for the operating area and conditions.
3. The operating guidelines will negate the ships operating within extreme conditions
4. The cost of fitting high lift rudders exceeds Transport Accident Investigation Commission core statement of ?safety at reasonable cost?
Safety Recommendation
024/07
Issued To
Environment Southland
on 10 Jul 07
Ensure that the harbour risk assessment fully addresses the operation of tourist vessels in the Fiordland area. Take note of the identified risks when developing, in compliance with the New Zealand Port and Harbour Marine Safety Code, the harbour safety management system and standard operating procedures for Milford Sound.
Implementation Status:
Open
Reply:
The harbour risk assessment review has been completed and the original risk assessment will now go back to the various interested parties for further consultation. Although the intention of the review was to re-evaluate the risks associated with cruise ships in Fiordland waters, I propose to widen the scope to include the operation of tourist vessels. This will in turn lead to a Port and Harbour Safety Management System that will take into account any additional hazards identified in the operations in Fiordland
Safety Recommendation
025/07
Issued To
Environment Southland
on 10 Jul 07
For operations in Milford Sound, either implement maximum meteorological parameters, or require operators to include maximum meteorological parameters in their safety management documentation.
Implementation Status:
Open
Reply:
It is not my intention, at the moment, to implement any maximum meteorological parameters or to require operators to include such parameters in their operating procedures without more consultation. It is possible, however, that some form of maximum parameters may arise from the revised risk assessment process.
Safety Recommendation
009/07
Issued To
Maritime NZ
on 02 Apr 07
undertake a full review of the Safe Ship Management system and make changes to ensure the system promotes and effectively regulates a safe and sustainable maritime industry consistently throughout New Zealand.
Implementation Status:
Open
Reply:
MNZ constantly monitors the SSM system, which has been formally reviewed three times since its introduction in 1998. Each review, by independent bodies external to MNZ, found that the philosophy behind the system was sound, and since the system was introduced safety statistics in all commercial maritime sectors have improved. While feedback from the industry indicates solid support for the intent of the system MNZ considers that there is still room for improvement in how the system is implemented and delivered by MNZ and SSM companies.
In line with our continuous improvement policy, a review of the SSM system has been identified as the key strategic priority for MNZ in its 2007-2010 Statement of Intent. MNZ has commenced a programme of work to enhance the sustainability and effectiveness of the SSM system by:
Ensuring that the regulatory framework supporting SSM is robust and appropriate by reviewing the maritime rules that govern its operation. A draft discussion document summarising proposed changes to Maritime Rules Part 21 (Safety Management Systems) and Part 46 (Surveys, Certification and Maintenance) is due for public release in late 2007;
Complementing existing guidance material (Health and Safety: A Guide; FishSAFE Health and Safety Guidelines; various leaflets) with additional material including a comprehensive resource to support owners in the development of their SSM systems, specific fatigue management material, and health and safety guidelines for passenger and non-passenger operations. This additional material is being progressively released through until December 2007 in association with targeted training material;
Increasing the amount and quality of formal and informal training and education that is available to all those working in the system, including MNZ and SSM Company staff, surveyors, owners and operators. This training will be supported by the development of a mentor network utilising experienced industry participants to provide support and advice to their peers;
Reviewing the current capacity and quality of service delivery by both MNZ and SSM Companies in the area of SSM and comparing this with requirements in order to identify and address necessary areas for improvement;
Allocating additional resources to the SSM team within MNZ to allow for more responsive contact with industry and other stakeholders, along with the provision of personalised assistance where required to owners and operators; and
Structured auditing by MNZ of SSM service providers.
This work is being actively progressed and monitored within MNZ. It is also intended to establish an external consultative group to ensure that all industry and other stakeholders remain fully involved with, and aware of, the programme as it is developed and implemented.
Safety Recommendation
041/06
Issued To
Adventure Fishing Co Ltd
on 28 Nov 06
obtain a copy of and implement on board all vessels operated by his company the "Safety Guidelines for Small Commercial Fishing Vessels" as issued by FishSAFE organisation with particular reference to the more pertinent sections on fatigue management and the fitting of a watchkeeping alarm.
Implementation Status:
Open
Reply:
Safety Recommendation
010/06
Issued To
Maritime NZ
on 28 Mar 06
as part of the current review of Maritime Rule Part 90 resolve any ambiguities that may exist between the regulatory and port specific requirements for the issuance and continued currency of pilotage exemption certificates to ensure a standardised application.
Implementation Status:
Open
Reply:
Maritime NZ is prepared to accept a recommendation for a review of currency requirements for pilot and pilot exempt masters for the port, with due consultation with all parties.
We anticipate that this work would occur concurrently with, but separate to, the revision of Rule Part 90.
Safety Recommendation
008/06
Issued To
Pacifica Shipping
on 23 Mar 06
instigate a programme of training and practice to reinforce bridge resource management techniques amongst members of bridge navigational teams on board the company?s vessels.
Implementation Status:
Open
Reply:
In relation to (008/06) the Master involved in your report 05-211 is currently undertaking training and practice with our senior Master to reinforce BRM techniques. He will also attend the BRM refresher course at the Manukau Technical Institute in the latter part of this year.
At the completion of this training I will send evidence that these recommendations have been implemented.
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