Technical Department



The Technical Department of the Burkina Faso Maritime Authority is a vital component of the organization, responsible for ensuring the safety and security of the maritime sector in Burkina Faso. Through its various functions and activities, the department plays a critical role in protecting the marine environment, preventing accidents, and promoting sustainable development of the maritime sector.
The Technical Department of the Burkina Faso Maritime Authority is a vital component of the organization, responsible for ensuring the safety and security of the maritime sector in Burkina Faso. Through its various functions and activities, the department plays a critical role in protecting the marine environment, preventing accidents, and promoting sustainable development of the maritime sector.
The Technical Department of the Burkina Faso Maritime Authority is a vital component of the organization, responsible for ensuring the safety and security of the maritime sector in Burkina Faso. Through its various functions and activities, the department plays a critical role in protecting the marine environment, preventing accidents, and promoting sustainable development of the maritime sector.
RESPONSIBILITIES
The Technical Department of BFMA is responsible for:
Ensuring compliance with international maritime conventions and regulations, such as those set by the International Maritime Organization (IMO)
Ensuring compliance with international maritime conventions and regulations, such as those set by the International Maritime Organization (IMO)
Ensuring compliance with international maritime conventions and regulations, such as those set by the International Maritime Organization (IMO)
Conducting inspections and surveys of vessels to ensure they meet safety and security standards
Conducting inspections and surveys of vessels to ensure they meet safety and security standards
Conducting inspections and surveys of vessels to ensure they meet safety and security standards
Providing technical assistance and guidance to shipowners, operators, and crew members
Providing technical assistance and guidance to shipowners, operators, and crew members
Providing technical assistance and guidance to shipowners, operators, and crew members
Developing and implementing policies and procedures related to maritime safety and security
Developing and implementing policies and procedures related to maritime safety and security
Developing and implementing policies and procedures related to maritime safety and security
Collaborating with other departments and stakeholders to ensure a coordinated approach to maritime safety and security
Collaborating with other departments and stakeholders to ensure a coordinated approach to maritime safety and security
Collaborating with other departments and stakeholders to ensure a coordinated approach to maritime safety and security
KEY FUNCTIONS

Vessel Inspection and Survey
Conducts regular inspections and surveys of vessels to ensure compliance with safety and security regulations

Vessel Inspection and Survey
Conducts regular inspections and surveys of vessels to ensure compliance with safety and security regulations

Vessel Inspection and Survey
Conducts regular inspections and surveys of vessels to ensure compliance with safety and security regulations

Technical Assistance
Provides technical assistance and guidance to shipowners, operators, and crew members on matters related to maritime safety and security

Technical Assistance
Provides technical assistance and guidance to shipowners, operators, and crew members on matters related to maritime safety and security

Technical Assistance
Provides technical assistance and guidance to shipowners, operators, and crew members on matters related to maritime safety and security

Policy Development
Develops and implements policies and procedures related to maritime safety and security

Policy Development
Develops and implements policies and procedures related to maritime safety and security

Policy Development
Develops and implements policies and procedures related to maritime safety and security

Seafarers
Issuance of certificates to seafarers, which validate their training and competency in various maritime operations. This includes assessments of skills and knowledge through examinations and practical evaluations.

Seafarers
Issuance of certificates to seafarers, which validate their training and competency in various maritime operations. This includes assessments of skills and knowledge through examinations and practical evaluations.

Seafarers
Issuance of certificates to seafarers, which validate their training and competency in various maritime operations. This includes assessments of skills and knowledge through examinations and practical evaluations.

International Cooperation
Collaborates with international organizations, such as the IMO, to stay updated on the latest developments in maritime safety and security

International Cooperation
Collaborates with international organizations, such as the IMO, to stay updated on the latest developments in maritime safety and security

International Cooperation
Collaborates with international organizations, such as the IMO, to stay updated on the latest developments in maritime safety and security
IMPORTANCE



The Technical Department plays a critical role in ensuring the safety and security of the maritime sector in Burkina Faso. By ensuring compliance with international regulations and providing technical assistance and guidance, the department helps to prevent accidents and protect the marine environment
The Technical Department plays a critical role in ensuring the safety and security of the maritime sector in Burkina Faso. By ensuring compliance with international regulations and providing technical assistance and guidance, the department helps to prevent accidents and protect the marine environment
The Technical Department plays a critical role in ensuring the safety and security of the maritime sector in Burkina Faso. By ensuring compliance with international regulations and providing technical assistance and guidance, the department helps to prevent accidents and protect the marine environment