These Mandatory Requirements prescribe the procedure to conduct Marine Safety Investigations (MSI) after a marine accident, incident or casualty takes place.

It is the duty of all owners and operators of vessels registered under Palau Flag to cooperate with the Administrator in the investigation of a Marine Casualty or a Marine Incident.

Failure on the part of the owner to assist in the investigation or attempt to inhibit any marine investigation may result in:

• a suspension or revocation of the Certificate of Registry of the vessel directly involved or to any other vessel under the same Ownership; and/or
• a fine of not more than US$25,000.

It is the duty of Shipboard personnel to assist in an investigation conducted by the Administrator or person(s) authorized by him to carry out the investigation.

Failure on the part of the shipboard personnel to assist in the investigation or attempt to inhibit any marine investigation may result in the following:

• A suspension or revocation of any Seafarer License or other certification held;
• a fine of not more than US$25,000

After the initial notification, the owner shall forward to the Administrator or an official who is authorized to act on behalf of the Administrator a copy of the Report of Marine Casualty, Marine Incident or Marine Situation. The report shall be completed and signed by the Master or the next officer in command of the vessel or the Owner.

Where there is a failure to execute and file a report as required, the Master and Owner shall each be liable to a fine of US$5,000 and US$25,000 respectively upon notice from the Administrator.

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