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eCMID celebrates landmark with 1,000th AVI accreditation application 

IMCA and the International Institute of Marine Surveying (IIMS) are celebrating the 1,000th Accredited Vessel Inspector (AVI) accreditation application.  IMCA’s eCMID system provides the offshore energy industry with standardised vessel inspections. Since its introduction, the electronic Common Marine Inspection Document (eCMID) has reduced the frequency, while improving the quality and consistency, of inspections.   Undertaken by IIMS recognised independent AVIs, the digital inspection reports are uploaded to a searchable online database via an IMCA developed App. Vessel operators can also share comments and provide additional supporting information to demonstrate how any inspection findings have been addressed.  IMCA Contact Mark Ford Marine

eCMID and eMISW vessel inspection templates updated

IMCA has released updates to its eCMID system which is designed to provide the marine and offshore industry with standardised formats for vessel inspection. These include revisions of inspection templates to address changes to IMCA Codes of Practice and Recommended Practice, as well as IMO regulations and the latest user feedback. The updated templates feature new advice on closing meetings (also included in the revised IMCA M 167 – Guidance on the IMCA eCMID System), deal more closely with pilot ladder inspections, and include revisions to the DP supplement which rectify inconsistencies and issues fed back by industry experts. The

Technical concerns in eCMID vessel inspection analysis

New in-depth analysis on IMCA’s industry vessel inspection programmes, eCMID (Common Marine Inspection Document) and eMISW (Common Marine Inspection Document for Small Workboats), reveals ongoing concerns around technical inspections, the controlled entry into confined spaces, cyber security, as well as defects to life-saving appliances. IMCA eCMID System Annual Report 2022/23 (M 262) analysed the 1,539 reports on vessel inspections undertaken and uploaded to the eCMID database between April 2022 and April 2023, finding common themes and areas of particular focus. Of the 761 eCMID inspections, around 10% did not have a technical inspection carried out by the vessel operator, 9%

Updates to IMCA’s eCMID and eMISW Inspection System

The International Marine Contractors Association (IMCA) dedicated eCMID website at www.ecmid.com provides the marine and offshore industry with a wealth of information on what the eCMID and eMISW vessel inspection reports are, why they benefit the industry, how to use the database and inspection app, along with news on updates affecting the system. Over 1,500 vessels worldwide are currently covered by a live inspection report providing a safety management system health check for both operators and clients. The latest additions to the website embrace a new quality assurance process alongside updates to IMCA M 167 – Guidance on the IMCA

eCMID AVI Festival of Knowledge VI

The latest online Seminar: Festival of Knowledge V for eCMID AVIs. IMCA speakers include: 0945hrs – Adam Hugo, IT Services & Solutions Specialist –eCMID IT Systems Updates 1010hrs – Andy Goldsmith – eCMID Report reviews 1100hrs – Mark Ford, Offshore Lifting 1145hrs – Graeme Reid, AFNI, Technical Adviser –Marine – IMCA DP Accreditation Scheme and Network Storm Event Information Schedule: 15 November from 09:30 Online (UK GMT)Ends 16:00 Online (UK GMT) Event categories: IMCA-Attended Event IMCA-Supporting Organisation eCMID Pricing £120

eCMID and eMISW inspections updated by IMCA

The International Marine Contractors Association (IMCA) has published new versions of its eCMID and eMISW vessel inspection templates. Over 1,400 vessels world-wide are currently covered by a live inspection report, providing a safety management system health check for both operators and clients. The inspection templates are reviewed and updated at least annually to reflect technological progress and regulatory developments, plus feedback received from the active community of vessel operators, inspectors, and other stakeholders. New supplements for battery and hybrid propulsion systems Two new optional supplements have been introduced to each template for selection by the inspector for relevant vessel types.

eCMID AVI Festival of Knowledge

Online Seminar: Festival of Knowledge V for eCMID AVIs. IMCA speakers include: Graeme Reid, AFNI, Technical Adviser –Marine – General updateAdam Hugo, IT Services & Solutions Specialist –New findings analytics huband development roadmapRichard Purser, Technical Adviser Event Flyer Event Information Schedule: 10 May from 10:00 OnlineEnds 16:00 Online Event categories: IMCA-Attended Event eCMID Pricing £95

New Analytics Hub for eCMID Vessel Inspection Data launched

The International Marine Contractors Association (IMCA) has launched a new analytics hub within its eCMID System for vessel inspections, available at www.ecmid.com. The system provides real-time reports based on anonymised aggregate data from over 1100 inspections of offshore vessels and workboats undertaken using the latest eCMID and eMISW templates since May 2021 – a number which will only increase, as the system will track use across future versions of the templates. The default report, which can be filtered by date and vessel type, identifies the questions and sections resulting in the highest proportion of findings during inspections. This will allow

IMCA Specialists speaking in eCMID online seminar

Technical and IT specialists from IMCA will be taking part in the online ‘eCMID AVI Festival of Knowledge IV’ seminar on Wednesday 24 November from 10.00hrs – 15:30hrs GMT.Aimed at the eCMID Accredited Vessel Inspector (AVI) community and those in related industries, the seminar will put alternative fuels firmly in the spotlight with a number of presentations on different aspects;  other topics to be covered include eCMID updates from MSA (Marine Surveying Academy) and IMCA; and an overview of the latest eCMID/eMISW supplements, including HSC and HS-OSC codes, and Walk to Work supplements.Graeme Reid, Technical Adviser and Adam Hugo, IT

IMCA eCMID System Updates – May 2021

The International Marine Contractors Association (IMCA) has published the latest set of updates to its eCMID vessel inspection system, which offers a safety management system health check for offshore vessels.Changes to inspection templatesThe system includes two templates – the main eCMID (Common Marine Inspection Document) format and the eMISW for inspecting smaller workboats – and both have been updated this month. The latest annual review of the documents identified some minor editorial improvements, with more substantial changes described below.Two new optional supplements have been added to both documents. The first covers compliance with the International Code of Safety for High-Speed

eCMID AVI Festival of Knowledge

Following the opening introduction by Mike Schwarz, CEO of The International Institute of Marine Survey and the Marine Surveying Academy the IMCA session, starting at 1045hrs will feature: Graeme Reid AFNI, Technical Adviser – MarineAdam Hugo, IT Services & Solutions SpecialistAde Adebanjo, IT Services Technician Subjects to be covered include: April 2021 inspection templates, new supplements, findings analysis and report auditingSystem developments – eCMID Inspection App, database site improvements and roadmapQ&A All AVI events and programme are run by IIMS so to book your place, please contact Sharon Holland at courses@marinesurveyingacademy.com Read full programme Event Information Schedule: 18 May from

IMCA supports eCMID AVI Festival of knowledge on 18 May

Following the opening introduction by Mike Schwarz, CEO of The International Institute of Marine Survey and the Marine Surveying Academy the IMCA session, starting at 1045hrs will feature:Graeme Reid AFNI, Technical Adviser – MarineAdam Hugo, IT Services & Solutions SpecialistAde Adebanjo, IT Services TechnicianSubjects to be covered include:April 2021 inspection templates, new supplements, findings analysis and report auditingSystem developments – eCMID Inspection App, database site improvements and roadmapQ&A All AVI events and programme are run by IIMS so to book your place, please contact Sharon Holland at courses@marinesurveyingacademy.com Read the event flyer Visit Marine Surveying website To Register eCMID Committee

Ensuring eCMID and eMISW inspection integrity

The International Marine Contractors Association (IMCA)’s Marine eCMID Committee considered the potential for remote vessel inspections at its December 2020 meeting, in light of ongoing restrictions at both national and company level due to COVID-19 that can limit both vessel access and the movement of accredited vessel inspectors (AVIs).The Committee determined that remote inspections using the eCMID/eMISW inspection templates would not be appropriate.  Some of the issues identified include:Connectivity and bandwidth issues. Time required of vessel crew and inspectors, and the quantity and complexity of information that would need to be transmitted and reviewed. The practical format of the inspection

IMCA to withdraw classic Windows eCMID Application

The International Marine Contractors Association’s (IMCA) eCMID system provides the marine and offshore industry with standardised formats for vessel inspection. Since its inception it has consistently evolved enabling Accredited Vessel Inspectors (AVIs) to use current devices to ensure a user-friendly effective solution. In July 2020 IMCA launched a new, cross-platform eCMID Inspection App that has proved so successful that its predecessor, the classic Windows application, will be withdrawn at the end of 2020.The app, available via any modern browser, mirrors the features of the existing Windows application and allows AVIs to complete and submit inspection reports electronically while on site.

IMCA launches progressive web app for eCMID

The International Marine Contractors Association (IMCA) announces the launch of its Progressive Web App (PWA) for its Common Marine Inspection Document system.IMCA’s eCMID system provides the marine and offshore industry with standardised formats for vessel inspection. It offers a safety management system (SMS) ‘health check’ and can help improve the quality and consistency of inspections, as well as reducing the frequency of inspections on individual vessels through the adoption of a commonly recognised inspection process.This new eCMID inspection app has been through a rigorous testing process with a group of accredited vessel inspectors (AVIs). The app mirrors the features of

New Feature for IMCA’s eCMID Ensures Usefulness for Clients

The International Marine Contractors Association (IMCA) has introduced a new feature to their eCMID website to enable vessel operators to upload additional documents that may be of interest to their clients. As IMCA’s Technical Director, Mark Ford explains: “This new feature, which is optional, ensures that eCMID is part of a broader vessel assurance system. As such it will now also give clients access to Annual DP Trial reports; Failure Modes and Effects Analyses (FMEAs); DESIGN (Diving Equipment Systems Inspection Guidance Notes); and other relevant documents, alongside the existing eCMID and eMISW inspection reports. “This is one of a range

IMCA’s Technical Director Awarded an IIMS Blue Water Award

Mark Ford , Technical Director of the International Marine Contractors Association (IMCA) was caught by surprise when he was recently awarded an IIMS (International Institute of Marine Surveying) Blue Water Award at the IIMS London 2019 Conference Dinner held at 10/11 Carlton House Terrace in central London Mike Schwarz, CEO of IIMS quotes from his speech on the night: “…….Talking about having good people around us, I am also reminded that we have some brilliant partners who we work with and they with us. One of our key partners who we have developed a solid relationship with going back five

IMCA Warns Against Offline Use of eCMID System

The International Marine Contractors Association (IMCA) has issued a notice setting out the benefits of eCMID, its online vessel inspection system, and warning users that offline use is no longer permitted. Since 1 January 2018, IMCA has only recognised formal inspection reports conducted using its eCMID application and uploaded into the database website (www.imcaecmid.com). Any eCMID reports that are not uploaded to the database are not considered to be authorised vessel inspection reports. IMCA’s Technical Director, Mark Ford sets the scene, and provides a summary of the key benefits of the online eCMID system over the traditional offline approach: “The

IMCA Launches eCMID 11 and eMISW 4 Question Sets

Updated eCMID question sets include cyber security, Maritime Labour Convention and vessel reactivation IMCA M 167 rewritten as single reference point on inspection process and report use The International Marine Contractors Association (IMCA) has launched an updated suite of question sets in issue 11 of the eCMID and issue 4 of the eMISW vessel inspection report forms. It has also rewritten IMCA M 167 to serve as single reference point on the inspection process and correct use of the report form. New features and revisions have been introduced following a consultation with users by IMCA. Questions have been added on

IMCA consulting on forthcoming updates to the eCMID and eMISW templates

IMCA has circulated draft revised versions of the eCMID (IMCA M 149 Issue 11) and eMISW (IMCA M 189 Issue 4) inspection templates.  These provide advance notice of changes, as well as providing an opportunity for users to comment on the question sets prior to publication, planned for early September. The eCMID update includes: new questions on cybersecurity new questions on the Maritime Labour Convention 2006 a new supplement on reactivation, reflecting the recent IMCA information note, which will be made available to eCMID users shortly additional guidance on the existing questions and references that identify the basis for requirements

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