Maritime Flag State Audit Checklist

General Information
Audit Reference
Date
Auditor(s)
Audited Administration
1. Legislative Framework & Responsibilities
Item Yes/No Findings/Comments
Is there a national legal framework supporting flag State implementation?
Are responsibilities of the Administration clearly defined?
Is accountability of duties and functions established?
2. Delegation of Authority
Item Yes/No Findings/Comments
Are authorization procedures for recognized organizations in place?
Are oversight and monitoring of delegated agencies conducted?
3. Certification & Inspection
Item Yes/No Findings/Comments
Are all required statutory certificates issued and updated?
Are regular inspections/audits carried out as required?
Is there a record-keeping system for ship certification?
4. Manning & Training
Item Yes/No Findings/Comments
Are STCW requirements being fulfilled?
Is there a system for issuing seafarers’ documents?
5. Safety, Security & Accident Reporting
Item Yes/No Findings/Comments
Is there a mechanism for incident/accident investigation?
Are security requirements under SOLAS observed?
6. Environmental Protection
Item Yes/No Findings/Comments
Are MARPOL requirements implemented and enforced?
7. Continuous Improvement & Corrective Action
Item Yes/No Findings/Comments
Is there a procedure for handling non-conformities and corrective actions?
Is performance regularly reviewed for improvement?
Additional Notes