This training will provide the participants with the theory, practical exercises and group discussions on various case studies to grasp the essence of ship surveying in the maritime industry. The emphasis of this training is to establish good knowledge on the mandatory requirements and their relation to the international conventions that govern shipping as well as understanding the significant role that ship surveyors are required to perform to ensure that ships operate in compliance with statutory requirements. Participants will be given an overview of where their role stands as ships surveyors and their relation with the shipping industry that requires surveyor’s significant contribution to operate in conformance to mandatory obligations.