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SIRE 2.0

Breaking down

and Breaking through

SIRE 2.0

SPECIALIST EQUIPMENT AND
SIRE 2.0 is an updated version of the existing safety inspection tool
of the Oil Majors, with a distinct emphasis on the human element.

TECHNICAL SERVICES GLOBALLY

SIRE 2.0 inspection regime introduces tion, process-based interviews related to
a different approach to conducting an the safety procedures and the job duties
inspection on board. The mention of the “ of the interviewee are taking place. All
word “different” usually triggers a com- SIRE 2.0 reflects broader personnel on board should be familiar and
mon human instinct to resist the change confident to describe and explain the job
and try to hold on to the comfort of the trends in the maritime tasks of their role and the corresponding
existing situation. As this is inevitable and, industry towards Company procedures. It is commonly Spare parts, equipment and technical services to the global
at the time of writing this article, Phase 3 understood that a seafarer may readily
of the program has already commenced technological integration and answer a question on a calm day at sea, marine and industrial industries.
(trials can be requested by every shipping a more holistic approach to but after stand-by service, a night mooring
company), the prudent seafarer should be operation and being at the end of a shift,
prepared for the upcoming change. human factors management answering correctly may not be so easy. ISS Machinery Services a leading international trading company, specialising in the
Of course, this is a typical scenario in the
Let us begin with an explanation of what operation of a vessel at port or at sea. supply of spare parts, equipment and technical services to the global marine and
the human factor is; in simple terms, the ing the aforementioned factors in order to ” industrial industries.
human element encompasses the envi- Recognizing the criticality of the new
ronmental, organizational, job-related inspection regime and for the optimal
and individual characteristics that influ- optimize processes and barriers, with the preparation of the fleet vessels, Minerva Operating from three core divisions; Marine Machinery Department (MMD), Plant
ence behavior at work in a way that may goal of enhancing safety on board. has taken on a proactive role since the Machinery Department (PMD) and Inspection and Maintenance Department (IMD), we
affect health and safety. Statistics have beginning of the SIRE 2.0 announcement. offer an extensive range of genuine spare parts, machinery and equipment, supported
shown that human failure contributes to Tablets, Camera, a Pre-inspection ques- It has done so by publishing several alerts
the majority of maritime accidents. While tionnaire (PIQ), certificates, and a photo and disseminating crucial information from by all Japanese manufacturers.
this might initially seem like a fault of repository are introduced to the vessel’s the industry to the fleet. Computer Based
the human operator, it is not actually the crew and office employees on how to Training modules have been made available
case. Failures tend to occur as a result of conduct this type of inspection. An in- in the Company’s Training Platform, SIRE With a strong commitment to supporting the safe operation of ships, we are a proud
organizational, technological or work en- trinsically safe tablet will be carried on 2.0 has been added to the briefing agenda, member of the Japan Ship Machinery and Equipment Association (JASMEA) and strive
vironment factors that can influence the board to assist the inspector by providing and several presentations and trainings are
operator, leading to a “human error”. The documentation and information about the taking place throughout the year. Above all, for the promotion of genuine spare parts and a high standard of technical services.
new inspection regime focuses on identify- vessel. The information and documenta- though, Minerva has gained practical expe-
tion mentioned are provided by the office rience on SIRE 2.0, by participating in trial
employees in cooperation with the vessel inspections with experienced and trained Contact Us
and are verified during the inspector’s OCIMF inspectors and then providing the Regional Manager of ISSMS in Greece: Yusuke Kohwa (Mr.)
visit on board. This process accelerates relevant feedback to the fleet.
the documentation and hardware review, e-mail: PiraeusMachineryDepartment@iss-shipping.com
allowing the inspector to concentrate on In conclusion, SIRE 2.0 not only signifies
the on-board processes and the seafarers’ a significant shift in safety inspections
familiarity with Company Procedures. but also reflects broader trends in the
maritime industry towards technological
The SIRE 2.0 regime demands the famil- integration and a more holistic approach
iarization of all on-board personnel with to human factors management. Minerva’s
company procedures, with the inspector comprehensive and collaborative efforts
employing audit techniques, contrary to position the company at the forefront of
by Sokratis Tzanetos the previous inspection regime, which was the shipping industry, influencing positive
Vetting Officer, Minerva Marine Inc. more hardware related. During the inspec- change in maritime safety practices.

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