Condition Assessment Programme ( CAP )

 

What is CAP

 

• CAP is an expertise on the technical ship’s condition independent from the classification 
• CAP assessment includes the actual technical condition of hull, machinery, electrical installation and cargo related system
•  It is a thorough verification to rate the the ship based on detailed inspection and function testing, TM and performance testing
• The CAP is applicable to oil tankers and bulk carriers of 15 years of age and above

 

Purpose of CAP

• To provide a document and statement of the ship's actual condition, which is used towards cargo owners for entry into new charters or renewal 
• To evaluate and report the vessel’s condition above minimum class standard

 

Difference between CAP and CLASS

§  CAP is a voluntary consultancy service and is independent yet complementary to the classification

CAP	CLASS
A CAP declaration is issued documenting the actual condition of the vessel at the time of the inspection	Class is a continuous service based on regular inspections and issuing of class certificates with specified validity period

 

Composition of CAP

CAP consists of two modules: CAP for hull structures (HCAP) and CAP for machinery/cargo systems (MCAP).

 

Condition Assessment Programme for Hull Structures (HCAP)

General requirements

• To have a ship judged based on the actual condition of the hull structure, including checking of documents and records onboard the ship, visual inspection of hull structural members, thickness measurement and analysis of UTM
• Hull inspection is normally to be carried out in dry dock

 

Documents to be checked before CAP survey:

• Valid certificates of the ship (statutory and class certificates)
• Vessel repair history and records of the ship 
• Latest report of thickness measurement and previous CAP reports, if any

 

Plans and documents required for strength assessment of hull structures:

• General Arrangement
• Shell expansion
• Transverse mid-section plan
• Loading manual

 

The hull items assessed are:

• Ballast tanks
• Void spaces
• Cargo tanks
• Hull external structure

 

CAP hull report consists of:

• Ship Particulars
• Statement of facts
• Descriptions and ratings for main structural elements in each tank/space
• Description and photos of defects
• Description of repairs and upgrading works
• Photographic evidence of the condition in each tank/space
• CAP rating summary

 

Condition Assessment Programme for Machinery (MCAP)

General Requirements

• A check of documents and records, visual inspection, function test, collection and measurement of machinery parameters, vibration measurement, oil sample analysis 
• The items for MCAP include main engine/generating set prime mover, propulsion system, boiler and pressure vessel, piping system and machinery piping system, electric system, deck machinery and liquid cargo machinery and piping

 

Documents checked are:

• Perform validity check of class certificates and ship’s survey records
• An order list machinery and electrical equipment, specifications of main engine/generators, a sea trial report after delivery, records of repair and maintenance, reports of oil sample analysis, a report of boiler water analysis and a list of spares/tools

 

cargo related systems scope of the survey:

• maintenance & survey records

      of the system and compartments

• Internal survey of selected components
• Measurements of wear down figures
• Survey and tests of the safety systems, automation, and remote control system
• Oil analysis
• Sea trails

 

The MCAP report at least consists of:

• Ship Particulars
• Statement of facts
• Summary of assessment of machinery  installations
• Record of assessment of machinery and electrical installations
• Sea trial records for main engine/generating set prime mover
• Report for analysis of lubrication oil
• Report for brake tests for windlass and winches. CAP-MACHINERY/CARGO SYSTEM RATING

 

Rating Grade
Very Good Condition	§  Items found with no deficiencies affecting safe operation  §  Documentation and maintenance practices are considered good. §  No maintenance or repair required
Good Condition	§  Items found with some minor deficiencies which do not affect safe operation Documentation and maintenance practices considered adequate. §  No immediate maintenance or repair necessary.
Satisfactory Condition	§  Items found with deficiencies not affecting safe operation §  Documentation & maintenance practices considered to be of a minimum standard. §  Some maintenance and repair is considered necessary.
Unsatisfactory Condition	§  Items found with deficiencies significantly affecting operation Documentation and maintenance practices considered inadequate. §  Maintenance and repair required to reinstate serviceability.

After the completion of the CAP, the certificate of CAP indicating the ship’s comprehensive rating (Overall Rating for CAP-HULL and/or CAP-MACHINERY / CARGO SYSTEM) is issued.

 

Benefits of CAP

§  Provides an independent evaluation of the condition of your ship

§  Helps you demonstrate the operational reliability of your ships, regardless of their age

§  Leads to preferential chartering opportunities and the potential for increased earnings

§  Helps in the early identification of deficiencies, maximizing on-hire time and reducing unplanned maintenance

§  Assists in maximising residual asset value