SMS is a system that covers the safe operations of the vessel and of the company. That's from the office, to the wheelhouse and maintenance yard, to the engine room. It covers the whole operation. Only elements within the actual operation of that vessel need be covered in an SMS. So it would be safe work in practices. We have to remember that all SMS systems then fold in the appropriate regulations, so obviously those vessels are going to have to comply with Transport Canada's regulations, in addition to anything the SMS requires.
On October 28th, 2014. See this statement in context.