Notice: Function _load_textdomain_just_in_time was called incorrectly. Translation loading for the the-events-calendar domain was triggered too early. This is usually an indicator for some code in the plugin or theme running too early. Translations should be loaded at the init action or later. Please see Debugging in WordPress for more information. (This message was added in version 6.7.0.) in /home/storm/sites/dev-imca-int-com-1/public/wp-includes/functions.php on line 6114

Notice: Function _load_textdomain_just_in_time was called incorrectly. Translation loading for the broken-link-checker domain was triggered too early. This is usually an indicator for some code in the plugin or theme running too early. Translations should be loaded at the init action or later. Please see Debugging in WordPress for more information. (This message was added in version 6.7.0.) in /home/storm/sites/dev-imca-int-com-1/public/wp-includes/functions.php on line 6114

Notice: Function _load_textdomain_just_in_time was called incorrectly. Translation loading for the woocommerce-eu-vat-number domain was triggered too early. This is usually an indicator for some code in the plugin or theme running too early. Translations should be loaded at the init action or later. Please see Debugging in WordPress for more information. (This message was added in version 6.7.0.) in /home/storm/sites/dev-imca-int-com-1/public/wp-includes/functions.php on line 6114
Marine Division and eCMID user community: eCMID issue 10 - DEV imca
Skip to content

Marine Division and eCMID user community: eCMID issue 10

IMCA has issued eCMID version 10 to address an element of misinterpretation of one of the questions in IMCA M 149 – Common Marine Inspection Document. The UK Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) contacted IMCA to report that a number of vessels had been incorrectly interpreting the guidance at question 12.2 of the eCMID, regarding the mitigation measures to be taken to avoid the inadvertent opening of emergency bilge suction valves. This guidance stated the following:
Bilge overboard valves should be suitably marked. Specific warning notices should be posted to safeguard against the accidental opening of bilge overboard discharge valves. Valves should be lashed and sealed.
Regrettably some vessel crews were interpreting this guidance to imply that chains or fixed iron bars should be used to make the opening of such valves impossible. This was of course not the intention of the guidance, however IMCA recognises that such an important issue must be addressed swiftly. Hence the guidance has been adjusted to read as follows:
Emergency bilge suction valves should be suitably marked and specific warning notices posted to safeguard against the accidental opening. They can also be fitted with a visible tag which does not prevent the operation of the valve.
Any further information on this or any other aspect of the eCMID can be addressed to IMCA, for attention of Chris Baldwin.

Originally issued with the following reference(s): IMCA M 10/16

Information Note Details

Published date: 12 July 2016
Information note ID: 1319

Information Note Details

Published date: 12 July 2016
Information note ID: 1319

IMCA’s store terms and conditions (https://www.imca-int.com/legal-notices/terms/) apply to all downloads from IMCA’s website, including this document.

IMCA makes every effort to ensure the accuracy and reliability of the data contained in the documents it publishes, but IMCA shall not be liable for any guidance and/or recommendation and/or statement herein contained. The information contained in this document does not fulfil or replace any individual’s or Member's legal, regulatory or other duties or obligations in respect of their operations. Individuals and Members remain solely responsible for the safe, lawful and proper conduct of their operations.