Canada Shipping Act, 2001 (S.C. 2001, c. 26)

Marginal note:General duties

• 106 (1) The authorized representative of a Canadian vessel shall

  • (a) ensure that the vessel and its machinery and equipment meet the requirements of the regulations made under this Part;

  • (b) develop procedures for the safe operation of the vessel and for dealing with emergencies; and

  • (c) ensure that the crew and passengers receive safety training.

• Marginal note:Duties re Canadian maritime documents

  (2) The authorized representative of a Canadian vessel shall ensure that

  • (a) the vessel and its machinery and equipment are inspected for the purpose of obtaining all of the Canadian maritime documents that are required under this Part; and

  • (b) every term or condition attached to a Canadian maritime document issued in respect of the vessel or its machinery or equipment is met.