Feedback from stakeholders about proposed changes to the Marine Surveyors Accreditation Guidance Manual– Part 2 - Survey of vessels – Edition 3 (SAGM 2).
Overall result
Most respondents indicated they supported the proposed SAGM amendments.
Consultation period
1 February to 2 April 2024.
Feedback
AMSA received a total of 9 submissions, including:
- 7 submissions received via the online submission form
- 2 submissions received via email.
The submissions included a total of 92 comments and recommendations for improvement to the draft order.
An additional 12 comments were received during the online information session.
Full report
Background
Marine Surveyors Accreditation Guidance Manual– Part 2 – Survey of vessels - Edition 3 (SAGM 2), is a reissue of the Marine Surveyors Accreditation Guidance Manual 2014 – Part 2.
SAGM 2:
- sets clear standards and criteria for accredited marine surveyors (AMS) and recognised organisations (class societies)
- outlines the procedures for surveying domestic commercial vessels (DCVs) to ensure compliance with safety regulations and standards.
Since its introduction on 1 July 2018, SAGM Edition 2 has been the standard for performing vessel surveys. During this period, AMSA has gathered significant feedback, which it is proposing to incorporate into edition 3.