According to the Safety and Environmental Targeting matrix, how many points does a flag state with a detention ratio up to 2 times the overall average receive?

The Safety and Environmental Targeting matrix is a tool used in port state control to assess the performance of flag states based on various indicators. In this context, a flag state with a detention ratio up to 2 times the overall average is considered to have a moderate level of compliance and safety performance.

Awarding 2 points to such a flag state reflects an acknowledgment of some issues while not categorizing it as critically non-compliant. Points are allocated based on the severity of non-compliance with safety and environmental standards, and a detention ratio within this range signals that while the flag state may have some deficiencies, it is not the worst-performing group.

This tiered approach allows port state control regimes to prioritize inspections and interventions, focusing on states that demonstrate poorer compliance. By allocating 2 points for this specific ratio, the matrix provides a structured and graded means of assessing and responding to safety and environmental risks associated with vessels flagged by particular states.