Operational guide · Certification & surveys
Safety Construction, Equipment and Radio Certificate
Safety Construction and Equipment apply from 500 GT, Safety Radio from 300 GT within SOLAS scope; I/12 also permits a combined Cargo Ship Safety Certificate.
Operational Explanation
Safety Construction and Equipment apply from 500 GT, Safety Radio from 300 GT within SOLAS scope; I/12 also permits a combined Cargo Ship Safety Certificate.
Regulatory Reference
SOLAS chapter I, regulations 8–12; A.1207(34).
Scope of Application
The cargo-ship certificate configuration actually issued: three separate certificates or a combined certificate.
Procedure / How to Complete It
- Confirm GT and SOLAS application.
- Identify separate or combined configuration.
- Map annual/intermediate/periodical/renewal to the actual document.
- Check endorsements and expiry separately.
Practical Example
A 350 GT cargo ship may fall within radio scope without Construction/Equipment certification from 500 GT.
What Typically Goes Wrong
Saying every SOLAS cargo ship always carries three separate certificates.
Common Mistakes Mistake Library
| Mistake | Consequence | How to Avoid It |
|---|---|---|
| Saying every SOLAS cargo ship always carries three separate certificates. | Non-compliant decision or treatment | Follow the approved arrangement and applicable sources |
What the PSCO Checks
Evidence of the approved arrangement, procedures, records, competence, defect management and consistency with statutory/class/maker requirements.
Operational Tips
- Separate current requirement, class/maker, SMS and voluntary guidance.
- Do not improvise tests, thresholds or intervals.
- Record deviations and corrective action.
Preparation checklist
- 300/500 GT distinct
- I/12 combined option
- Actual configuration
- Correct survey types
FAQ
Are thresholds identical?
No.
Are three certificates always separate?
No; a combined Cargo Ship Safety Certificate may be issued.
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Last substantive revision of this page: 31 August 2026 · page fingerprint b6fa88f04241