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PSC deficiency code 02101: Watertight doors, closing appliances and indicators
| Category | Structural / watertight integrity (SOLAS II-1) |
| Related certificate | Cargo Ship Safety Construction |
| Main references | SOLAS II-1/13-1 (cargo ships), II-1/13 (passenger ships), II-1/16, II-1/21 (passenger), II-1/24 (cargo) |
| Typical action codes | 17 (rectify before departure), 30 (detainable) if serious |
| Commonly detainable? | Can be, depending on severity (no statistics claimed) |
What PSC officers look for
- Watertight doors unable to close locally or remotely
- Indication on bridge not matching actual position
- Gaskets damaged or doors wedged open
- Hinges corroded; excessive leakage on hose test
- Open and close times for power-operated doors not logged (cargo ships, II-1/24.3)
- On passenger ships, watertight-door operating drills not recorded (II-1/21)
Typical root causes
- Deferred greasing and gasket renewal
- Routine passage with doors secured open
- Alarm faults after electrical work
- Crew not drilled on closing time requirements
Corrective action (example)
Repair doors, gaskets and indicators; prove local and remote closing; log open/close times or complete passenger drills as applicable; enforce closed-at-sea policy except when manned.
Preventive action (example)
Include watertight door test in departure checklist; trend defects in defect list.
Evidence to attach for close-out
- Drill record
- Photos of repaired gasket
- Alarm test log
- Chief engineer report
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Official code list: Paris MoU, List of Deficiency Codes (1 July 2026). Action codes: Paris MoU, Inspection outcome. Reviewed by: _pending_ · Review date: _pending_ This page is general guidance, not legal, flag or class advice. Always follow the PSC officer's instructions and your flag and class requirements.