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PSC deficiency code 18315: Quality, quantity and nutritional value of provisions
| Category | Maritime Labour Convention (Title 3) |
| Related certificate | Maritime Labour Certificate |
| Main references | MLC Reg. 3.2 and Standard A3.2 |
| 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
- Expired food in stores
- Insufficient fresh provisions for voyage length
- Galley hygiene and pest signs
- Catering management plan not followed
- Crew complaints about meals not recorded
Typical root causes
- Reefer breakdown not fully cleared
- Victualling budget cuts
- Poor rotation of dry stores
- Cook rank vacant or inexperienced
Corrective action (example)
Remove expired stock; replenish provisions; deep-clean galley; review catering plan with company.
Preventive action (example)
Weekly store inspection with master sign-off; pest control contract.
Evidence to attach for close-out
- Store inspection log
- Delivery receipts
- Galley photos
- Catering plan revision
Related
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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.