Description

ISM Code International Safety Management Code with guidelines for its implementation (ID117E) – 2018 edition

The ISM Code Book (2018 Edition) is the official international safety management code guide designed to help shipping companies, Masters, and maritime professionals implement effective Safety Management Systems (SMS) onboard ships.

This international safety management code book includes SOLAS Chapter IX, full ISM Code requirements, and detailed implementation guidelines to ensure compliance, improve operational safety, and prevent marine pollution.

This ISM Code Book works alongside practical guides such as Shipboard Drills Book for onboard emergency training and Safety and Health at Sea for crew welfare and safety management.

Why the ISM Code Book is Essential for Maritime Compliance

The ISM Code Book is a core reference for maintaining safe ship operations and meeting international maritime regulations. It supports shipping companies and crews in building structured Safety Management Systems aligned with IMO requirements.

This maritime safety management system guide includes:

• ISM Code framework and certification requirements
• Guidelines for designated person ashore (DPA)
• Near-miss reporting and incident prevention
• Maritime cyber risk management (MSC.428(98))
• Practical implementation guidance for companies and crews

What is Included in the ISM Code Book (2018 Edition)

This ISM Code 2018 book contains:

• SOLAS Chapter IX – Safety Management
• International Safety Management (ISM) Code
• Certification and verification procedures
• IMO resolutions and circulars
• Cyber risk management guidelines
• Operational implementation frameworks

Who Should Use the ISM Code Book

This international safety management code guide is essential for:

• Masters and ship officers
• Shipping companies and operators
• Maritime training institutions
• Safety managers and DPA roles
• Marine engineers and compliance officers

Strengthen Your Ship Safety Management System

The ISM Code Book provides the foundation for building a strong onboard safety culture, improving compliance, and reducing operational risks. It works alongside onboard procedures, safety manuals, and emergency response guides to ensure vessels operate safely and efficiently.

Contents Listing:

Foreword

International Convention for the Safety of Life at Sea, 1974, as amended

Chapter IX

Management for the safe operation of ships

Resolution A.741(18)

International Management Code for the Safe Operation of Ships and for Pollution Prevention

(International Safety Management (ISM) Code)

International Safety Management Code

Preamble

Part A Implementation

Part B Certification and verification

Appendix Forms of the Document of Compliance, the Safety Management Certificate,

the Interim Document of Compliance and the Interim Safety Management Certificate

Guidelines

Resolution A.1071(28)

Revised Guidelines on the implementation of the International Safety Management (ISM) Code by Administrations

MSC-MEPC.7/Circ.8

Revised Guidelines for the operational implementation of the International Safety Management (ISM) Code by companies

MSC-MEPC.7/Circ.6

Guidance on the qualifications, training and experience necessary for undertaking the role of the designated person under the provisions of the International Safety Management Code

MSC-MEPC.7/Circ.7

Guidance on near-miss reporting

Resolution MSC.428(98)

Maritime Cyber Risk Management in Safety Management Systems

MSC-FAL.1/Circ.3

Guidelines on Maritime Cyber Risk Management