Maritime consulting & auditsSafety management systems
Development, revision, and implementation support for Safety Management Systems (SMS), including ISM Code systems for cargo ships and SOLAS yachts, and mini-ISM systems for smaller yachts.
Home ServicesSafer operations.
Maritime consulting & audits
Safer operations.
Stronger systems.
Practical guidance, independent audits, and inspection preparation for vessels, management companies, and port facilities.
Captain Jeffrey A. Perlstein Master Mariner
Fort Lauderdale base26.12° N 80.14° W · Approx. city coordinates
Vessels & Management CompaniesShipboard & Shoreside SupportFort Lauderdale · International Reach
01 / Practical maritime guidance
Systems that work
at sea and ashore.
SafeShip supports the people responsible for safe, effective marine operations. Advice and documentation are tailored to the vessel, company, or facility, with attention to how procedures are implemented in practice.
Operating manuals & procedures
Vessel and office operating procedures, company policies, supporting checklists, SOLAS training manuals, and documentation specific to the operation.
Emergency preparedness
Shipboard and office contingency plans, emergency procedures, recovery of persons from the water, emergency towing, and pollution-response documentation.
DPA & CSO support
Designated Person Ashore (DPA), Company Security Officer (CSO), and deputy support for a company’s safety management and security needs.
02 / Audits & inspection preparation
Find the gaps. Prepare with confidence.
An independent view of management systems, documentation, and operational practices helps identify deficiencies and opportunities for improvement before external scrutiny.
Internal auditsShipboard, office, and port facility systems.
Internal audits assess how safety and security systems are implemented and maintained. Areas include the International Safety Management (ISM) Code, International Ship and Port Facility Security (ISPS) Code / Maritime Transportation Security Act (MTSA), and Maritime Labour Convention (MLC).
Reviews consider procedures, documentation, record-keeping, crew training, and operational practices against the applicable scope.
Gap analysis & readinessIdentify issues ahead of a formal inspection.
Pre-inspection surveys and gap analysis identify deficiencies and opportunities for improvement before Flag State, Port State Control, Class, or other external inspections. Findings give the company an opportunity to plan and implement corrective action.
Navigation auditsBridge practices, teamwork, and implementation.
Underway navigation audits and assessments examine bridge practices, communication, watchkeeping, team performance, and the application of company procedures and regulatory requirements.
Port State Control supportPreparation and owner representation.
Attendance before and during USCG Port State Control inspections, assistance identifying deficiencies before inspection, and representation of vessel owners or managers in communication with officials.
Practical procedures.Security · Training · Readiness
03 / Security & operational readiness
Put the plan
into practice.
Security systems depend on both the quality of the plan and the people who carry it out. SafeShip supports ship and port facility security through assessments, plans, audits, and training.
- Ship and port facility security vulnerability assessments
- Security plans and annual security audits
- Training for vessel and port facility security personnel
- Practical drills, exercises, and emergency preparedness
Captain Jeffrey A. Perlstein brings vessel command, shipboard safety, inspection, and operational experience to this work.
Meet Captain PerlsteinA useful starting point
Tell us what
you’re preparing for.
Your operation
Vessel type, company, or facility, operating area, and the support you need.
Your requirements
Applicable audit or inspection scope, existing systems, and known concerns.
Your timing
Inspection dates, vessel schedule, location, and relevant deadlines.
04 / Before we speak
Clearer expectations.
A better starting point.
What is the difference between an internal audit and a gap analysis?
An internal audit evaluates the implementation and effectiveness of a management system against its requirements. A gap analysis focuses on identifying deficiencies and readiness issues ahead of an external inspection or assessment. The scope can overlap and is agreed for the operation.
Can SafeShip help revise our existing documentation?
Yes. SafeShip’s services include revision and development of safety management systems, operating procedures, checklists, training manuals, and emergency plans tailored to vessels, companies, and facilities.
Do you support both vessels and shoreside facilities?
Yes. The service scope includes ships, yachts, management company offices, and port facilities. Contact Captain Perlstein to discuss the requirements of your operation.
Can you help before and during a USCG inspection?
SafeShip offers Port State Control pre-inspection attendance and representation for vessel owners and managers during inspections. Discuss the vessel’s location, schedule, and inspection requirements directly.
How are availability and scope confirmed?
Contact Captain Perlstein with a brief description of the operation and the relevant dates. Scope, location, timing, and engagement arrangements are discussed for each assignment.
Discuss your operation
Practical support.
A direct conversation.
Speak with Captain Perlstein about your vessel, facility, audit, or inspection needs.