The eCMID system includes two inspection formats, with indicative usage cases below. However, it is for each vessel operator, client and inspector to agree the most appropriate format for each circumstance.
Each format is regularly reviewed and updated, reflecting regulatory and technological developments, analysis of findings from the current issue plus feedback from the eCMID user community. The latest issue, as displayed on the eCMID website homepage, should always be used for a new inspection.
A fee is charged for each new report upload, with various payment options for operators/clients/inspectors. Funds are used to maintain and improve the eCMID system. Access by vessel operators to their data on a continuing basis and downloads of reports by approved users is then free of further charge.
eCMID Vessel Inspection (≥500gt)
The eCMID Vessel Inspection (IMCA M 149), originally published in print form as the ‘Common Marine Inspection Document’ in 1998, is the basis for the modern eCMID inspection. This template should be used as a basis for inspecting any type of vessel of 500gt and more. AVI accreditation with ‘eCMID Vessel’ (formerly ‘General’) endorsement is required to perform eCMID inspections. Nineteen supplements, based on vessel type and/or operation, are currently available and should be selected where relevant to a vessel. Additional accreditation is required by inspectors for certain supplements.
- Dynamically positioned (DP) vessels
- Anchor handling vessels (AHVs)
- Offshore supply vessels (OSVs)
- LNG fuelled vessels
- Standby vessels (SBVs) (emergency response rescue vessels (ERRVs))
- Survey vessels (including offshore seismic survey)
- Diving support vessels
- Pipe lay and cable lay vessels
- Autonomous underwater vehicles (AUVs) and remotely operated vehicles (ROVs)
- Helicopter operations
- Accommodation vessels
- Jack-up vessels
- Heavy lift vessels
- Oil recovery vessels
- Barges (non-self-propelled)
- Gravel discharge, dredgers and trenching
- Vessel reactivation from lay-up
- High Speed Craft Code compliance
- Walk to work
- Hybrid battery systems for DP vessels
- Battery propulsion systems for non-DP vessels
Download a review copy of IMCA M149 (Issue 14) – not valid for upload
The current upload fee for eCMID Vessel Inspection reports is £120 (plus VAT where applicable).
eCMID Small Vessel Inspection (<500gt)
The eCMID Small Vessel Inspection (IMCA M189) was added to the eCMID system as the eMISW (Marine Inspection for Small Workboats) in 2013. This document may be used as a basis for inspecting any vessel less than 500 gross tonnage – vessels which are, therefore, not required to comply with the International Safety Management (ISM) or the International Ship and Port Facility Security (ISPS) codes, although the principles outlined within the two codes are worth following. The template is designed for small vessels in commercial use for purpose other than sport or pleasure, including a dedicated pilot vessel. These small workboats could be used for various appropriate tasks such as inshore survey, repair of remote equipment, shallow water air dive support, construction support, dredgers and personnel transfer. Seven supplements, based on vessel type and/or operation, are currently available and should be selected where relevant to a vessel.
- Dynamic positioning
- Towing
- Diving
- Anchor handling
- Barges (non-self-propelled)
- High Speed Craft Code compliance
- Walk to work
- Hybrid battery systems for DP vessels
- Battery propulsion systems for non-DP vessels
Download a review copy of IMCA M189 (Issue 7) – not valid for upload
The current fee for eCMID Small Vessel Inspection uploads is £60 (plus VAT where applicable).