SIRE 2:0: on your marks, get set, go

The Oil Companies International Marine Forum (OCIMF) has successfully transitioned the marine industry to its digitalised version of the Ship Inspection Report Programme (SIRE 2.0).

Vessel operators are now only able to request tanker inspections that use the SIRE 2.0 Compiled Vessel Inspection Questionnaire (CVIQ) which is completed on a tablet device by accredited SIRE 2.0 inspectors.

The move to the digitalised inspection programme means every tanker inspection will be tailored to the individual vessel and its risk-profile.

These inspections will require vessel operators and their crew to be prepared to respond to any potential inspection questions from the SIRE 2.0 Question Library*.

SIRE 2.0 inspection reports contain marine assurance data and provide feedback on all aspects of vessel safety including hardware, processes and human factors. As a result, these inspection reports will enable marine assurance teams to conduct more indepth assessments of the quality of a vessel and its crew.

The development of SIRE 2.0 and its introduction has been the subject of much debate and is a popular topic at Riviera tanker conferences.

OCIMF managing director Karen Davis commented, “SIRE 2.0 is a more comprehensive and robust inspection regime and OCIMF appreciates that switching to it is a significant undertaking for all programme users. This is a necessary and exciting step forward in our collective ability to reduce risk and harm to people and the environment."

Operators should note SIRE 2.0 has permanently replaced VIQ7 and has become OCIMF’s only available tanker inspection tool; no further VIQ7 inspection requests will be permitted.

Submitted VIQ7 reports will remain available for download for 12 months from their dates of publication.

OCIMF programmes director Aaron Cooper said, “We are proud of the robust framework SIRE 2.0 introduces, designed to enhance the quality and consistency of tanker inspections worldwide. This program not only reflects our commitment to advancing the safety of our industry but also our dedication to fostering a culture of continuous improvement and excellence. “

*The full catalogue of SIRE 2.0 reference materials including all documentation, factsheets, training videos and FAQs is available here.