Decision details

The Harbour Board gave consideration to a report providing an update on progress being made towards compliance with the Port Marine Safety Code (PMSC) and presenting the latest version of the Marine Safety Management System (MSMS) for approval and subsequent publication on the Argyll and Bute Council website.

Decision

The Argyll and Bute Harbour Board –

1.    noted the content of the submitted report;

2.    approved the future review, update and reporting procedure for the Marine Safety Management System and Marine Safety Plan, being on a fixed three year cycle with a summary of small changes, or earlier if a substantive change is highlighted by Designated Person or Duty Holder;

3.    noted the revised number of ports, harbours and marine facilities within the Council’s jurisdiction following legislation review and consolidation;

4.    approved the Policy Statements at Appendices A, B, C & D to the submitted report for inclusion and publication with the Marine Safety Management System; and

5.    approved the new version (Volume I) of the Marine Safety Management System at Appendix E to the submitted report for publishing to the Council’s website.

(Reference:  Report by Executive Director with responsibility for Roads and Infrastructure Services dated August 2023, submitted)