Stowaway Detection Checklist

Vessel Name		IMO Number
Port of Arrival		Date
Inspection Officer		Time

Area	Checked	Remarks
Steering Gear Compartment
Engine Room
Void Spaces & Ballast Tanks
Cargo Holds
Stores
Accommodation Spaces
Lifeboats/Liferafts
Bunker Tanks
Other (specify)

• All access points secured and locked
• Security patrols conducted and logged
• Crew briefed on stowaway risks
• Gangway/watchman posted at all times
• Evidence of unauthorized entry checked
• Crew/visitor ID verified
• Stowaway hiding places examined
• Inspections logged in ship’s records

Inspection Officer		Date