What does Ocimf stand for?

The Oil Companies International Marine Forum
Welcome to OCIMF The Oil Companies International Marine Forum (OCIMF) was formed in April 1970 in response to the growing public concern about marine pollution, particularly by oil.

What is Viq and VPQ?

Vessel Inspection Questionnaire (VIQ) Barges Inspection Questionnaire (BIQ) Uniform SIRE Inspection Report. Vessels Particulars Questionnaire (VPQ)

Who is sire inspector?

SIRE vetting inspectors are required to report on vessels or operational deficiencies, to detail both positive and negative comments on the vessel’s operation. They then make reports with the found deficiencies (rating them from High to Low risks) and give it to the vessel master at the end of every inspection.

What does sire inspection mean?

Ship Inspection Report Programme
A SIRE (Ship Inspection Report Programme) inspection is a standard assessment done by tanker owners and operators to identify operational deficiencies in their shipping vessels. It is used to determine whether a vessel or barge follows SIRE programme standards set by the OICMF.

What does Isgott mean?

International Safety Guide for Oil Tankers and Terminals
ISGOTT means International Safety Guide for Oil Tankers and Terminals, as published by the International Chamber of Shipping, the Oil Companies International Marine Forum and the International Association of Ports and Harbors.

What is ship vetting?

Ship Vetting is a risk assessment process carried out by charterers and terminal operators in order to avoid making use of deficient ships or barges when goods are being transported by sea or by inland waterways.

What is VPQ?

Which is the latest edition of VIQ?

VIQ No. 05 18 February 2019 Section 4.1. 1.2 New test clarifying the requirements for when inspectors are accompanied by observers.

How much does a sire inspector earn?

The salaries of SIRE Inspectors in the US range from $57,275 to $85,913 , with a median salary of $71,594 . The middle 67% of SIRE Inspectors makes $71,594, with the top 67% making $85,913.

What is significant in SIRE inspections?

Today, SIRE inspections take place all over the world and are widely recognised as an invaluable tool for raising ship safety standards. At the heart of the SIRE system is a large database of objective technical and operational information about a range of vessels used for carrying oil, gas and chemicals.

What is a Tankscope?

A Tankscope is very similar to a Explosimeter in that both detect combustible gases and vapors. Traditionally, the Tankscope was designed by MSA to detect combustibles in an inert environment – which means an environment deprived of oxygen.

Who published ISGOTT?

ISGOTT was first published in 1978 by combining the Tanker Safety Guide (Petroleum) published by the International Chamber of Shipping (ICS) and the International Oil Tanker and Terminal Safety Guide published on behalf of the Oil Companies International Marine Forum (OCIMF).

Why won’t my hvpq import to the editor?

If an incorrect file type is used it will fail to import to the editor. DO NOT attempt to import a PDF of the existing HVPQ as this will fail. The only accepted file type ends with a .ocimf file extension which can only be downloaded from the vessel record within SIRE.

How do I download the hvpq file in sire?

The only accepted file type ends with a .ocimf file extension which can only be downloaded from the vessel record within SIRE. To download the current HVPQ file, go to the vessels section within SIRE search for the required vessel, then open the appropriate record.

How do I download hvpq for offline editing?

In the centre you will need to click on the “Download HVPQ for use in a Desktop Editor” button: This will then download the .ocimf file you require. You can then open the offline editor and click on the “Import Document” button to import this file.

How do I edit a hvpq document using particulars editor?

In order to edit a HVPQ document using the Particulars Editor it is important to download the correct file type from the SIRE website. If an incorrect file type is used it will fail to import to the editor.