Onboard Living Environment and Water Safety Analysis

Global Maritime Compliance Testing & Engineering Services

Leveraging our National Engineering Lab and Mobile Network to deliver one-stop solutions compliant with IMO & USCG standards.

Compliance Test of Discharged Water

Compliance Test of Exhaust Gas

Onboard Living Environment and Water Safety Analysis

Aided Testing of Onboard Equipment Safety

Onboard Living Environment and Water Safety Analysis

Ensure safe drinking water and healthy living conditions onboard, fully complying with MLC requirements.Comprehensively identify hazardous materials onboard, supporting green recycling and circular economy.

Onboard Living Environment and Water Safety Analysis

Background and Basis of the Convention

The Maritime Labour Convention (MLC 2006) requires shipowners to provide safe and healthy living conditions for crew, including drinking water quality, sanitary facilities, and air quality. The Hong Kong International Convention for the Safe and Environmentally Sound Recycling of Ships requires vessels to maintain an Inventory of Hazardous Materials (IHM) for safe recycling.
The EU Ship Recycling Regulation also mandates IHM for ships calling at EU ports or flying EU flags.
Non-compliance may lead to crew complaints, port state detentions, and reputational damage.
- Service Content
  
  - Potable water / fresh water quality testing
  - Drinking water test kit for crew members' use
  - IHM compilation and updates
  - Green ship certification testing
  - Pre-recycling compliance assessment
- Application Scenarios
  
  - Pre-delivery testing for newbuilds
  - Crew change inspections
  - Shipowner self-inspection and compliance management
  - IHM compilation for newbuilds
  - IHM maintenance and update of the operating vessels
  - Shipowner self-inspection and compliance management
  - Pre-recycling assessment for decommissioned ships
  - Green ship certification applications
- Testing Standards and Qualifications
  
  - Testing standards: WHO Drinking Water Quality Guidelines, MLC 2006,Hong Kong Convention, EU Ship Recycling Regulation
  - Laboratory accreditations: CNAS, CMA, Classification Society
  - Test reports applicable for port state control and crew welfare protection，and accepted by international recycling yards and green certification bodies
- Testing Standards and Qualifications
  
  - Improve crew quality of life and reduce complaints
  - Support shipowners in passing MLC inspections and avoiding detentions
  - Enhance vessel operational image and crew recruitment appeal
  - Meet Hong Kong Convention and EU Ship Recycling Regulation requirements
  - Enhance vessel asset value and green ratings
  - Provide data support for lifecycle environmental management

Frequently Asked Questions

Is your testing service limited to China only? Can you provide services at overseas ports?

No, we are not limited to China. We have established a service network covering major ports worldwide, enabling us to respond quickly to your testing needs across various shipping routes. You do not need to worry about diverting your vessel or waiting extended periods for testing. We recommend that you communicate your port call information with us as early as possible once the itinerary is confirmed, so that we can coordinate local resources in advance to ensure smooth testing.

What accreditations does your laboratory hold? Are your reports accepted by classification societies and Port State Control (PSC)?

Our reports are internationally recognized and accepted by major classification societies and PSC inspectors.

This is supported by the following three aspects:

International Mutual Recognition Accreditation: Our laboratory holds ISO/IEC 17025 (CNAS) accreditation and CMA certification, ensuring that our testing capabilities and management systems comply with international standards – the foundation for global recognition of our reports.

Full Recognition by Top Ten Classification Societies: We have obtained accreditation from ten major classification societies, including NK, DNV, ABS, LR, BV, CCS, and others. This means our test reports can be directly used for vessel certification, surveys, and compliance verification without the need for additional review.

Regulatory Compliance Assurance: Our testing methods strictly follow IMO conventions and the requirements of various port states, ensuring that our reports satisfy PSC inspectors' review criteria and help vessels clear port state inspections smoothly.

What are the common causes if a test result is non-compliant? Can you help with troubleshooting?

Yes, we can. We go beyond issuing test reports – we provide "testing + diagnosis" one-stop technical support to help you quickly identify the root cause and find solutions.

Specifically:

Root Cause Analysis: Our technical team can assist in analyzing the causes of non-compliance based on test data and the operational status of onboard equipment. For example, ballast water non-compliance is often related to accumulated sediment in ballast tanks, aging UV lamps, or sensor calibration drift. Non-compliance in sewage is commonly caused by aeration system malfunctions, insufficient chemical dosing, or insufficient retention time.

Corrective Recommendations: Once the cause is identified, we will issue a detailed corrective action report to guide the crew or shore-based support team in making targeted adjustments or repairs.

Re-testing Support: After corrective actions are completed, we can prioritize re-testing to help you obtain a compliant report as soon as possible, minimizing any impact on your vessel's schedule.

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