The Indian Merchant Shipping Act, 1958, as amended requires port health officer or such other persons as the Central Government may appoint, to inspect the medicines, medical stores and appliances on board all foreign-going Indian ships and all home-trade ships of two hundred tons gross or more and issue the
Who shall check the ship medical supply?
The stock of medicines and such records shall be available for inspection of the Port Health Officer at any time. (2) The medicines, medical stores and appliances on board every vessel as well as the record thereof be inspected once it twelve months by the Port Health Officer.
What was in a medicine chest?
A medicine chest is a container or cabinet for storing medicine. All ships governed by the regulations of the International Maritime Organization must have medical supplies and suitable storage for them such as refrigeration and locks.
How do I take medical advice on a ship?
1. Mention the last port of call next port of call nearest land, name of vessel, flag, id, mmsi, present position, ETA, number of the approved Medical chest on board. 2. Always mention the Reference number in each TELEX message, which will be easy to refer again in case of a lengthy conversation.
What is Mfag and its purpose?
MEDICAL FIRST AID GUIDE (MFAG): Guide use in accidents involving dangerous goods. It gives information regarding safety, first aid, and emergency procedures to be followed and action to be taken in the event of an accident involving certain dangerous goods.
Where is the medicine chest path of exile?
generous supply of opiates. The Medicine Chest is a quest item acquired after defeating Hailrake on the Tidal Island. It is required to complete the quest, “Mercy Mission”.
Which mandatory hand books for medical treatment shall be carried on board?
The requirement for medicines is usually listed in the Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) manual provided on the ships by the company as part of the ISM code.
Which is the best means to seek medical advice when the ship is at sea?
Helicopter Winching Medevac When weather permits, this is the most preferred method for medevac because minimum assistance is needed from the ships’ crew.
How do I contact CIRM?
The CIRM medical support can be accessed by phoning +39-065-929-0263, or by emailing [email protected] or [email protected]