BARGE FORM CHECKLIST

Checklist By Barge /Vessel Name : __________________________________________________

1 ______________________________________ Merk / Model Eng.: : __________________________________________________

2 ______________________________________ Type : : __________________________________________________

3 ______________________________________ No : : __________________________________________________

4 ______________________________________ Checklist Date : : __________________________________________________

CONDITION
No. CHECK ITEM REMARKS
Y N N/A

I MANNING (CREW)

DECK

Required No as per min safe manning certificate

ENGINE

Required No as per min safe manning certificate

OTHER:

Required No as per min safe manning certificate

Are the officers and crew fluent in a common language? If so which language?

Can at least two senior officers speak maritime English?

Is the watch system arranged to ensure watch keepers are not unduly fatigued?

Are the Officers familiar with the vessels type and trade & constraints of the towing
operation? (e.g.: tandom tow)?

In the inspector opinion do the crew appear competent?

II BARGE/VESSEL (CERTIFICATES/LICENSES)

Certificate Of Nationality

Ship Safety Construction

International Tonnage

Certificate of Class

International Load Line Certificate

National Pollution Prevention Certificate

Statement Of Compliance sewage Plant

Ship's Sanitation Certificate

Ship's Certificate Medicine

Ship Number Identification

Minimum Safety Manning Document

International Ship Security Certificate

Certificate of Water Quality Control

Certificate of Insurance for Bunker

Safety Management System Certificate (ISM CODE)

Paint

Leaking
Barge/Vessel Name ( Visible)

III NAVIGATION AIDS

Gyro Compass

Radar

Magnetic Compass

Auto Pilot

ARPA (Automatic Radar Plotting Aid Displays)

Speed & Distance Log Device

Echo Sounder
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No. CHECK ITEM REMARKS
Y N N/A
Electronic Chart Display Information System

AIS (Automatic Identification system)

GPS Receiver

Navigational Lights

Ship Whistle (horn)

Daylight Signalling Lamp

Ship Flags etc.

IV SAFETY STANDARDS DECK

Is the deck machinery well maintained and guarded where appropriate?

Is deck lighting satisfactory?

Are mooring ropes & wires in good condition?

Hydraulic system is free from leaks

Control unit is working properly and free from any damage

Hopper capacity is labeled (visible)

V MOORING EQUIPMENT

Any physical damages to the mooring mechanism

All controls, linkages and the operating levers are well oiled, greased and
free / easy to use.

Ensure that all the brake drums and linings are suitably dried and clean of
salt deposits.

Regular inspections must be made of the winch / windlass brake linings for
wear and tear.

Is there any reguler check on break drums

Is there any reguler check on break linkage

Is there any reguler inspection on hydraulic oil

Have the deck completely free of obstructions and oily residues

Are the bollards, fairleads, rollers, etc. are marked with their safe working
limits

Regular intervals lubricant to wiring rope

Is tow line free of splices/joins & in a satisfactory condition?

Is test certificate available for the tow line?

Is the tow line of sufficient strength for the intended operations?

VI ACCOMODATION AREA

Escape routes unobstructed and free of tripping and slipping hazards, emergency exits
clearly marked.

All lights fully operational, stairways and work areas adequately lighted.

All Emergency lights operational, all emergency equipment in place, accessible and
operational.

All handrails and guard‑rails correctly fitted and secure, all ladder ways
guarded by railings.
All safety signs and hazard zone identification signs correctly positioned
and clearly readable (e.g. No‑Smoking signs, Exit arrows, PPE related
posters).

All portable fire extinguishers correctly stowed, easily accessible and within specified
examination date.

Fire‑fighting containers with covers provided and correctly placed.

Company policy regarding HSE-Q and Company Drug and Alcohol

Statement Policy

All fire hoses correctly stowed, free of cuts and abrasions, and valves unobstructed and
easily operated.

Lifejackets and immersion suites correctly stowed and in good order.

Internal communications equipment tested and operating correctly.

All areas clean, orderly and free of combustible rubbish.

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No. CHECK ITEM REMARKS
Y N N/A
Area free of overloaded, unauthorized or jury‑rigged electrical items.

Aisles, passageways, halls and stairways clear of debris and obstructions.

Floors, stairs and walkways clean and dry.

Floors, stairs and other walkways provided with non‑skid surfaces where
appropriate.
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No. CHECK ITEM REMARKS
Y N N/A
Supplies and materials properly stored.

First Aid supplies readily available, accessible and clearly marked.

Conclusion : Good / Improvement Required

Note :

Acknowledged by Approved by Check By

____________________ ___________________________ ________________________

Project Manager Engineer/Commercial Manager