Question 9 of 30
What is the parent international instrument or convention that makes the ISM Code mandatory for ships?
A
MARPOL Chapter V
B
SOLAS Chapter IX
C
STCW Chapter VIII
D
Loadline Convention
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Answer & Explanation
The correct answer is Option B: SOLAS Chapter IX.
SOLAS Chapter IX (Management for the Safe Operation of Ships) mandates the implementation of the International Safety Management (ISM) Code, which is crucial for standardizing safety culture across the global shipping industry.