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Remote Surveys
DEPLOYING DIGITAL SURVEY TECHNIQUES
We conduct remote survey and audit activities as new methods of supporting specific type of inspection assignments in locations where on-board access is not possible, to assist operational continuity for our fleet.

INSB Class Remote Surveys Service
Subject to the adopted policies and requirements of each delegating flag state, we provide digital surveying capabilities such as remote survey and audit solutions in situations where on-board access is not possible to ensure our clients’ and fleet’s operational continuity.
Remote surveys may save the traveling time and cost and enhance flexibility and efficiency of survey and also permit the examination of the vessels in cases where the onboard examination is not feasible. In addition to the requirements of the Guidelines, ship remote surveys are also to comply with relevant requirements of INSB Class Rules & Regulations.
Types of Remote Surveys
Our remote survey services aim to assisting that vessels remain compliant with classification and statutory requirements without disrupting operations.
INSB Class offered remote survey solutions include:
- Occasional Surveys between scheduled surveys
- Documentation based surveys- Review and approval for updated documentation, manuals, and onboard plans remotely to ensure compliance
- Rectification of minor defficiencies- Verification of corrective actions taken to address deficiencies previously identified during surveys.
- Remote interim audits for ISM, ISPS, and MLC certification.
Further, Remote surveys are subject to each vessel’s pertinent flag Administration authorization and consent.
INSB Class | Guidelines for Ship Remote Survey & Audit services
INSB Class has developed and established its relevant Guidelines for Ship Remote Surveys/audits.
Such Guidelines provide implementation requirements and application procedures for remote surveys and audits based on relevant survey requirements of INSB Class Rules &
Regulations.
Detailed requirements for implementing remote surveys for applicable surveys are specified in the Guidelines, which may be used as guidance documents for INSB Class surveyors, ship-owners and officers on board to carry out remote surveys.
Survey process deployed include electronic documentation or live streaming which can reflect ship structure, equipment condition or inspection process. In general, survey process information is transferred by digital and internet technologies and provides survey on judgment basis for the surveyor carrying out remote survey.
Electronic survey documentation may include survey photos, videos, document and information as well as statements of shipmaster or the chief engineer, etc.
Remote survey/audit service is a “digital classification product” and permits for the examination of the vessels saving the traveling time and cost as well as enhance flexibility and efficiency of survey.