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Page 1 & 2
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New cover
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Page 5 para
1.4
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Editorial change
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After ‘territories’ added ‘and crown dependencies’.
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Page 5 para
1.2
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Editorial change
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After ‘pleasure’ added ‘such as large yachts,’ and added new section ‘Since its original
publication, the Large Yacht Code has made a significant impression on a maritime
sector which previously found great difficulty in embracing conventional regulation.
As a result the Code enjoys both national support and international recognition as
a standard, breaking new ground both in its inception and methodology.’
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Page 5 para
1.3
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Editorial change
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After ’12 passengers.’ inserted ‘Sail training ships are included in this application.’
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Page 5 para
1.4
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Editorial change
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After ‘Letter No’ inserted ‘2937, dated 13 January 2009.’
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Page 4
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Editorial change only
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Annex 7 – Edition 1 changed to Edition 2.
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Para 1
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Editorial change
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Inserted ‘and crown dependencies’ after ‘territories’.
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Para 1.3
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Removes upper limit for tonnage
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After ‘to vessels’ deleted ‘of less than3000 gross tonnes (GT)’
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Para 1.4
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Updates regulation reference
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‘No. 1996’ changed to ‘No 2937, dated 13 January 2009.’
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Para 1.6
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Editorial change only
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After ‘revised in’ changed 2004 to 2012.
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Page 9
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Added definition ‘Design Waterline’
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Inserted ‘‘Design Waterline’ Deepest loaded draught’.
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Page 10
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Updates definition for new version of the code.
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Deleted ‘‘Existing vessel’ means any vessel, the keel of which was laid or the construction
or lay up was started before the 16th December 1998;’ inserted Existing vessel’ means
any vessel, the keel of which was laid or was at a similar stage of construction prior
to the 1st October 2013 or the date of entry into force of the Maritime Labour Convention
2006 if that be sooner.’
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Page 12
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New definition added
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‘Major conversion’ means a conversion of a vessel:
(a) that substantially alters the dimensions of a vessel,
(b) which changes the type of the vessel;
(c) the intent of which in the opinion of the Administration is substantially to prolong
its life;
(d) which otherwise so alters the ship that, if it were a new vessel, it would become
subject to relevant provisions of the present code not applicable to it as an existing
vessel.
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Page 13
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Updates definition for new version of the code.
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Deleted ‘‘New vessel’ means a vessel to which this Code applies, the keel of which
was laid or the construction or lay up was started on or after the 16th December 1998;
inserted ‘‘New vessel’ means a vessel to which this Code applies, the keel of which
was at a similar stage of construction on or after the 1st October 2013 or the date
of entry into force of the Maritime Labour Convention 2006 if that be sooner.’
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Added definition ‘officer’
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‘Officer’ means
(a) any seafarer who is required to be qualified under the International Convention
on Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping for Seafarers, 1978, as amended
(STCW Convention); or
(b) any other seafarer considered by the owner/managing agent to be an officer.
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Page 15
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Deleted ‘‘Short Range Yacht’ means an existing vessel under 500GT or a new vessel
under 300GT,’
Inserted ‘‘Short Range Yacht’ means a vessel under 500GT the keel of which was laid
or was at a similar stage of construction prior to the 1st August 2005 or a new vessel
constructed on or after that date under 300GT.
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Page 15
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Added less onerous limitation for sailing yachts, allowing them to operate in a wider
range of conditions.
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Bullet point – after Beaufort Force 4 – added – for a motor yacht, and Force 6 for
a sailing yacht.
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Inserted definition of ‘seafarer’
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‘Seafarer’ means any person who is employed or engaged or works in any capacity on
board a ship. (See National Annex for interpretation).
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Page 15
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Added definition ‘Similar stage of construction’
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‘Similar stage of construction’ means at a stage which
(a) construction identifiable with a specific vessel begins; and
(b) assembly of that vessel, comprising at least 1% of the estimated mass of all structural
material has commenced.
In the case of vessels constructed of FRP or GRP this will be considered as the date
when more than 5% of the hull resin and reinforcement has been laid.
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Page 15
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Added definition ‘Submersible craft’
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‘Submersible Craft’ means any description of manned mobile submersible apparatus which
is designed to maintain some or all of its occupants at or near atmospheric pressure
including free, self-propelled, tethered, towed or bottom contact propelled apparatus
and atmospheric diving suits. A diving bell is not a submersible craft for the purposes
of these Regulations; and ‘diving bell’ means any compression chamber which is capable
of being manned and is used or designed for use under the surface of water in supporting
human life being a chamber in which any occupant is or may be subjected to a pressure
of more than 300 millibars above atmospheric pressure during normal operation.
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Page 18
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Editorial change only, describes the meaning of tons
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Added footnote ‘‘tons’ means gross tons, measured in accordance with the Regulations
for measuring tonnage in force on 20th July 1968’.
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Para 3.1.1
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After ’12 passengers.’ Deleted ‘The code only applies to vessels of less than 3000GT.’
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Para 3.1.1.1
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Clarification allowing administration to determine application of the code to yachts
operating under international racing rules. The text proposed allows yachts to comply
with racing rules rather than code standards for officially organised yacht races
allowing them more flexibility.
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‘The administration may establish alternative standards for yachts operating under
International Sailing Federation (ISAF) or Union Internationale Motonautique (UIM)
racing rules; refer to the National Annex for details’.
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Para 3.1.3.1
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Provides guidance on the application of IMO safety and pollution prevention guidance
for vessels operating in the polar regions. All vessels have always been expected
to comply with these standards, more detail is inserted to direct owners and operators
to relevant guidance as operating vessels in polar areas when they not designed to
cope with the rigorous environment is extremely dangerous.
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After ‘operation’ inserted ‘outside Polar Regions’ inserted new para
3.1.3.2. ‘Yachts which intend to operate in Polar Regions must meet requirements of
one of the recognised Classification Societies listed in the National Annex appropriate
to the intended area of operation. Stability conditions should include those for icing.
Reference to be made to the IMO Guidelines for Polar Regions, Resolution A.1024(26)
as amended or replaced by IMO for yachts intended to operate inside polar regions.
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Para 3.2.3
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Change to title
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Inserted ‘New and ‘ before ‘Existing’
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Para 3.2.3.4
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Editorial change – describes implementation of the code but allows older vessels to
continue to comply with previous standards excepting where these require updating.
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Deleted
‘3.2.3.4 Existing vessels not previously certified under the Code
.1 Vessels whose surveys commenced before 1st June 2006 may be surveyed under LY1.
.2 Existing vessels under 500GT whose surveys commenced on or after 1st June 2006,
should be surveyed under this Code. In such cases where engine room insulation does
not meet the required standard, an alternative arrangement maybe considered for short
range service.
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.3 Existing vessels of 500GT and over whose surveys commenced on or after 1st June
2006 but before 1st June 2008 may be certificated under LY1, providing:
(a) a sprinkler system is installed throughout all accommodation and service spaces,
and
(b) an addressable fire detection system is installed throughout all accommodation
and service spaces, and
(c) steps are taken to reduce the spread of smoke in accommodation escape routes.
Inserted
‘Vessels the keels of which were laid or were at a similar stage of construction before
the 1st October 2013 or the date of entry into force of the Maritime Labour Convention
2006 if that be sooner. and which have and have been or are currently under survey
to LY1 or LY2 may continue to be considered under the standards in force at the time
of initial survey with the exception of the following which must comply with this
version of the code:
(a) Section 13.2.7 Lifejackets;
(b) Section 16.3.1 (Radio equipment)
(c) Section 18.1.8 Vessels of 300GT and over have LRIT fitted;
(d) Section 18.1.9 Vessels of 150 GT and over have BNWAS fitted;
(e) Section 26 Manning and Personnel Certification;
(f) Section 29 Crew Agreements
(g) Section 30.2 Vessels under 500GT, Safety Management
(h) Existing sailing yachts may take advantage of the definition of a ‘Short range
yacht’ in this version of the Code
3.2.3.5 All other vessels should be surveyed under this version of the Code.’
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Para 3.4
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Clarifies consultation provisions
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Para 3.4 after committee…. Added ‘Any major revisions will be in consultation with
industry listed at Annex 1.’
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Para 4 (Box)
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Yachts already comply but text amended to make requirement to have a ‘commercial yacht’
classification certificate for commercial operation clearer.
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Deleted ‘New Vessels are to be built to the requirements of one of the recognised
Classification Societies listed in the National Annex and issued with a Class Certificate.
Existing Vessels which are not already Classed should be taken into Class’.
Inserted ‘Vessels are to be built to the requirements of one of the recognised Classification
Societies listed in the National Annex and issued with a commercial Certificate of
Classification. Existing Vessels which do not have a Certificate of Classification
issued by a Classification Society listed in the National Annex should obtain such
a certificate
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Para 4.1.5
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Yachts already comply but revision makes this clearer.
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Added new para ‘Where a considerable risk of lightning strike is identified vessels
should have lightning strike protection.‘
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Para 4.2.1-4
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Updates requirements for this version of the code.
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Deleted ‘For unlimited operation, all vessels must be classed.’ Inserted ‘All vessels
must be constructed in accordance with the requirements of a recognized Classification
Society listed in the National Annex.’
Deleted ‘For operation within the Short Range Yacht Category, all new vessels must
be classed.
and ‘Existing un-classed vessels of less than 500GT may be considered for restricted
operation within the Short Range Category.’ Re numbered paragraphs to suit.
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Para 4.3.1.2
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1. Editorial change
2. Existing policy decision which makes compliance easier for yachts which would otherwise
be required to comply with full SOLAS requirement.
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1. Deleted ‘regulations’ and replaced with ‘Chapter’.
2. Inserted ‘Hand operation from above the bulkhead deck and a hydraulic accumulator
may be omitted if each door has it’s own individual power-pack electrically driven
via the emergency switchboard, and control voltage from emergency battery, and each
door can be operated manually at the door by hand. Edge strips which stop the door
closing on contact are not permitted’.
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Para 4.4.1
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Editorial change to clarify paragraph only
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Para 4.4.1 deleted ‘Compartment(s) below the freeboard deck, provided for recreational
purposes, oil fuelling/fresh water reception or other purposes to do with the business
of the vessel and having access openings in the hull, should be bounded by watertight
divisions without any opening (i.e. doors, manholes, ventilation ducts or any other
opening) separating the compartment(s) from any other compartment below the freeboard
deck, unless provided with sliding watertight doors complying with 4.3.1, or for vessels
under 500GT, hinged doors complying with 4.4.2’ and replaced with ‘Compartment(s)
below the freeboard deck, provided for recreational purposes, oil fuelling/fresh water
reception or other purposes to do with the business of the vessel and having access
openings in the hull, should be bounded by watertight divisions without any opening
(i.e. doors, manholes, ventilation ducts or any other opening) separating the compartment(s)
from any other compartment below the freeboard deck, unless provided with sliding
watertight doors complying with 4.3.1, or for vessels under 500GT, hinged doors complying
with 4.4.2.’.
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Para 4.4.2.2.(e)
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Clarifies definition
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After ‘the’ deleted ‘design’ inserted ‘deepest loaded’.
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Para 4.4.3
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Yachts already comply however updated reference to align with SOLAS
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Changed para 4.4.2 to 4.4.3 and replaced II-1/25-10 to II-1/15-1.
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Para 4.4.3
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Updates the code to align with class rules, change also allows unusual arrangements
which do not comply to be specially considered by the administration.
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Para 4.4.3 added ‘II-1/15-1’ after regulation and added ‘Openings are generally to
be fitted with a sill not less than 600 mm above the design waterline.
4.4.3.1 Openings in the hull with a sill height below, or less than 600 mm above the
design waterline may be specially considered by the Administration. This consideration
may include but is not limited to:
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.1 Doors from the space providing internal access are to have a sill height at least
600 mm above the design waterline;
.2 The effect of flooding on stability is considered;
.3 Operational controls and limitations on when and where opening may be used.’
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Para 4.5
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Provides clarification on the requirements for the design and installation of sailing
yacht masts and rigging.
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4.5.1 General
The condition of the rig should be monitored in accordance with a Maintenance Manual
and a planned maintenance schedule. The schedule should include, in particular, regular
monitoring of all the gear associated with safe work aloft and on the bowsprit (see
22.3).
4.5.2 Masts and spars and standing rigging
4.5.2.1 Dimensions and construction materials of masts and spars and dimensions of
standing rigging including connection to chain plates should be in accordance with
the requirements or recommendations of one of the Classification Societies referred
to in 4.3.1.1 or a recognised national or international standard.
4.5.2.2 The associated structure for masts and spars (including chainplates, fittings,
decks and floors) should be constructed to effectively carry and transmit the forces
involved.
4.5.2.3 Compliance with 4.5.2.1 and 4.5.2.2 Should be confirmed by a design review
and approval by one of the Classification Societies (eg Rig Design Certificate) which
is assigned with the review of the rig.
4.5.2.4 The Maintenance Manual provided by the mast manufacturer Should be reviewed
and approved by the Classification Society which is assigned to review the rig design.
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4.5.2.5 A physical survey on the rig stepping procedure and the rig behaviour during
sea trials is to be carried out by or on behalf of the Classification Society that
is involved with the classification of the vessel’s hull.
4.5.2.6 Annual surveys on the vessel shall include reviewing records and history of
rig maintenance measures against the specifications provided by the maintenance manual.
4.5.3 Rigging fittings
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Para 5.2.1.1
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Editorial change only
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Para 5.2.1.1 after weather deck deleted ‘.’.
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Para 5.4.4
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Text from 5.5.6 moved to this section for clarity.
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Proposals to fit large portlights (i.e. greater than 0.16 M2) in the main hull below the level of the freeboard deck will be subject to special
consideration and approval by the Administration, having regard for their location
and strength and their supporting structure and, the availability of strong protective
covers for them. One item of the special consideration should be operational instructions
to the Master as to when the strong protective covers must be fitted.
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Para 5.4.5
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Text from old para 5.4.4 moved to this point.
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‘Portlights should not be fitted in the hull in the way of the machinery space.’
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Para 5.5.6
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Clarifies rules to be applied to large glass filled openings in the hull.
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Existing paragraph replaced with ‘Windows should not be fitted in the main hull below
the level of the freeboard deck.
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Para 5.5.7
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Provides additional clarification on the meaning of storm shutter.
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Para 5.5.7 after … ‘storm shutters’ inserted ‘strong protective covers with fittings)’.
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Para 5.5.7.1
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No new requirement but clarifies and makes the paragraph easier to understand.
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Added Para 5.5.7.1 and added ‘((A plate capable of being fixed over a broken window)’
after ‘shutters’; added ‘specified in 5.5.1’ after ‘specified standard’; added ‘For
windows subject to test in accordance with 5.5.2 only blanking plates are required.
‘ at end.
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Para 5.5.8
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Editorial change only
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Para 5.5.8 after polarised inserted ‘or’.
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Para 5.6.1
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Yachts already comply but clarifies existing interpretation of code for engine exhausts
passing through passenger and crew cabins and accommodation.
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5.6.1 added ‘.where machinery exhaust systems pass though accommodation they should
be fitted in a gas tight trunk or each space should be fitted with a carbon monoxide
detector. An alarm is to be provided locally and at a continuously manned station’
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Para 5.8.2
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The practice of fitting underwater lights is largely restricted to the yacht industry;
to ensure these lights do not adversely affect the watertight integrity, this addition
requires them to be approved by the classification society.
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Para 5.8 renumbered paragraph 5.8.1 and added 5.8.2 ‘Underwater lights and associated
penetrations fitted in the hull should be approved by the Classification Society.’
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Para 5.9.2
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Editorial change only
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Para 5.9.2 changed ‘valves’ to ‘piping’.
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Para 5.9.3
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Editorial change only, corrects references to other parts of the code.
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Para 5.9.3 after … Test Procedures Code; …. added … and 14A.2.3.4 or 14B.2.11.6.
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Para 7A.1.1
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Editorial change only
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Para 7A.1.1 deleted ‘regulations’ and replaced with ‘Chapter’.
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Para 7B.1
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Editorial change only
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Para 7B.1 deleted ‘regulations’ and replaced with ‘Chapters’.
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8A.3
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Editorial change clarifies and simplifies requirement.
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After ‘provided with’ changed ‘adequate’ to ‘appropriate’ deleted ‘Reference should
also be made to Section 14.1.5.’
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8B.1
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Editorial change only
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Para 8B.1 deleted ‘regulations’ and replaced with ‘Chapter’.
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8B.2
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Existing interpretation of the code inserted for clarity
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After should be added ‘self contained (independent of a sea water suction) and’
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8B.3
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No new requirement but aligns code requirements with SOLAS convention and classification
society rules
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Inserted para 8B.3. ‘Cables and wiring serving essential or emergency power, lighting,
internal communications or signals shall be routed clear of galleys, machinery spaces
of Category A and their casings, spaces for storage of petrol, and other high risk
fire areas.’
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9B.1
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Editorial change only
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Para 9B.1 deleted ‘regulations’ and replaced with ‘Chapter’.
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10A.2 &
10A.3
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No new requirement, clarifies application of code to bilge pumping systems.
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Para 10A.2 added ‘bilge’ between powered and pumps.
Para 10A.3 Added ‘The location of pumps required by 10A.2, their individual power
supplies and controls, including those for bilge valves should be such that, in the
event of any one compartment being flooded at least one of those pumps is capable
of removing water from the flooded space and adjacent compartments and discharging
this via a dedicated discharge overboard.’
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10B.1
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Editorial change only
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Para 10B deleted ‘regulations’ and replaced with ‘Chapter’.
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10B
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Editorial change only
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Added paragraph numbers to 10B
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1.2.2.2.2
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Editorial Change – clarifies text
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After the deleted ‘design waterline’ and inserted ‘Design Waterline’
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Para 11.3.4
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Editorial change only
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Replaced diagram with text amendments added ‘m’ after 0.1. and amended angles to reflect
text.
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Para 11.3.5
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Editorial change only
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Change ‘Freeboard length’ to ‘Length’ After ‘SOLAS’ Insert ’90 passenger ship’
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Para 11.5.3
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Editorial change only
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After ‘major’ deleted refit and inserted ‘conversion’.
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Para 13.1.7
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Changed code to align with SOLAS, removes existing annual servicing requirement for
fully inflated rescue boats.
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After inflatable deleted ‘boat’ and inserted ‘lifejacket‘, after ‘release unit’ added
‘other than a disposable hydro static release unit’ inserted ‘unless extended service
intervals have been approved by the Administration;’ after ‘at a’ inserted ‘manufacturers
and deleted ‘approved’.
Deleted ‘Hydrostatic release units which have been approved for a service life of
2 years and which should be replaced at the end of their life, need not be serviced
after 1 year.’
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Added new para 13.1.8 ‘All repairs and maintenance of permanently inflated rescue
boats should be carried out in accordance with the manufacturers instructions; emergency
repairs may be carried out onboard; however, permanent repairs should be effected
at an approved servicing station.’
Re-numbered remaining paragraphs
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Para 13.2.1.3
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Clarification of requirement
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After ‘provided on Deleted ‘either’ inserted ‘each’.
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Para 13.2.3.3
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Change to code requirements to design out dangerous and ineffective launching systems
mounted on the extreme bow of yachts.
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Inserted ‘13.2.3.3’ Launching stations should be in such positions as to ensure safe
launching having particular regard to clearance from the propeller and steeply overhanging
portions of the hull and so that, as far as possible, the rescue boat can be launched
down the straight side of the ship whilst maintaining minimum speed to keep a course’.
13.2.3.4 If stowed forward the launching appliance and rescue boat should be entirely
located in a sheltered position abaft the vertical extension of the aft most portion
of the collision bulkhead.
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Para 13.2.3.2.2
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No additional requirement, editorial change only, clarifies code requirement
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Para 13.2.3.2 deleted … if stowed in a grab bag … and replaced with … ‘If the equipment
as required is stowed in a grab bag, it may be stowed in the boat or in an easily
accessible location close to the rescue boat.’
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13.2.4.2
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Aligns the code with SOLAS convention requirements for life jackets for lager persons
but does not apply minimum permanent carriage requirement.
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Additional paragraph added to 13.2.4.2 ‘If the adult lifejackets provided are not
designed to fit persons weighing up to 140 kg and with a chest girth of up to 1,750
mm, a sufficient number of suitable accessories as may be required to provide a lifejacket
for each such person shall be available on board to allow them to be secured to such
persons.’
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13.2.4.4
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Aligns code with SOLAS requirement but does not apply minimum permanent carriage requirement.
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Added ‘One SOLAS approved child lifejacket or infant lifejacket should be provided
for each child or infant onboard.
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13.2.5.1
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Editorial change – allows carriage of smaller non- insulated immersion suits
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After ‘onboard’ added ‘these may be of the non insulated type.
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13.2.5.2
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Added suits for infants to requirement.
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After ‘children’ inserted ‘and infants’.
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Para 13.2.5.3
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No new requirement but offers increased flexibility for operation purely in warmer
waters.
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13.2.5.3 Added ‘For cold water areas of operation, the insulated type should be carried.
Reference to Resolution IMO MSC Circular 1046 should be made for assessment of thermal
protection.
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Para 14.1.5.2
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Editorial change only.
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Deleted ‘regulations’ and replaced with ‘Chapter’.
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Para 14.2.2
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Changed Heading
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Deleted ‘Thermal Suite (e.g.’…)
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Para 14.2.1.1
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Editorial change only.
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Para 14.2.1.1 changed ‘The perimeter’ to ‘All boundaries’ and changed ‘boundaries’
to ‘divisions’.
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Para 14.2.2.1
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Editorial change only
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Deleted ‘thermal suite and replaced with ‘steam room’.
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Para 14.2.2.3
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Added additional flexibility for steam generators under 5kW
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After ‘If’ Deleted ‘the ‘ Inserted ‘a’; After ‘Generator’ added new paragraph replaces
old ‘If the steam generator of more than 5 kW is not contained within the perimeter
then the boundaries of the space should be constructed of B-0 class divisions, and
the steam generator should be protected by A-0 standard divisions, or B-0 for Short
Range Yachts and pipes leading to the discharge nozzles should be lagged.’
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Para 14.2.2.5
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Deleted requirement for a sprinkler
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After ‘system’ deleted ‘and an automatic sprinkler.’
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Para 14.2.3
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Editorial change only.
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Inserted ‘in’ before SOLAS.
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Para 14.3.5
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Aligns code with SOLAS requirements.
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Added ‘For yachts over 500GT, a Fire Training Manual, as required by SOLAS II-2/15
should be provided.’
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Table 14A.1.1
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Editorial change only
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Deleted /’A-O’, Added ‘Galleys B-15 (for yachts not being Short Range Yachts)’.
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Editorial Change, simplifies text.
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Para 14.2
Deleted ‘• the ship should be subdivided by thermal and structural boundaries as required
by this section;’
• thermal insulation of boundaries should have due regard to the fire risk’ of the
space and adjacent spaces;
Added ‘• the engine room and galley should be contained within boundaries required
by this section.
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Para 14A.2.1.3.4
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Editorial change only.
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Para 14A.2.1.3.4 changed ‘looses’ to ‘loses’.
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Para 14A.2.2.1
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Applies recommendation to enclose galleys for yachts which are not Short in fire rated
boundaries
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Para 14A.2.2.1 Deleted ‘a) Machinery spaces of category 'A', are to be enclosed by
'A-30' Class divisions.
b) For Short Range Yachts, machinery spaces of category ‘A’ , are to be enclosed by
'B-15' Class divisions.’
Replaced with updated paragraph:
(a) Machinery spaces of category ‘A’, are to be enclosed by ‘A- 30’ Class boundaries.
For Short Range Yachts, such machinery spaces are to be enclosed by ‘B-15’ Class boundaries;
(c) Yachts which are not Short Range Yachts the keels of which are laid or at a similar
stage of construction on or after 1 January 2015 are to have galleys enclosed by ‘B-15’
Boundaries. It is recommended that vessels constructed before this date also comply
with this requirement.’
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Para 14A.2.2.3
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Editorial change only
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Para 14A.2.2.3 changed ‘beamed’ to ‘be made’.
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Para 14A.2.2.5
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No new requirement as yachts already expected to comply with this at construction
stage, text updated to avoid confusion.
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Para 14A.2.2.5 deleted …. (this may be reduced to 380mm on steel divisions only).
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Position
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Change Type
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Detail
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Para 14A.2.3.1
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Editorial change only
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Para 14A.2.3.1 changed ‘fire and comfort’ to ‘thermal and acoustic’.
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Para 14A.2.3.6
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Editorial change for easier understanding.
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After ‘vessel’ inserted ‘including open decks’ After ‘equivalent’ deleted ‘approved’.
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Para 14A.2.3.7
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Removes recommendation, only permitting combustion modified furniture and mattresses.
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Deleted ‘It is recommended that’.
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Para 14A.2.3.8
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Editorial change for easier understanding.
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After ‘equivalent’ deleted ‘approved’.
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Para 14A.2.5.6
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Editorial change only
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deleted ‘,’
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Para 14A.3.1
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Editorial change only
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Spacing added between bullet points.
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Para 14A.4.2
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Aligns Code with SOLAS requirement
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Added ‘.3 fixed means for extinguishing a fire within the galley exhaust duct.’
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Para 14A.4.3
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No new requirement, corrects omission from last version of code.
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Added ‘galleys’ after ‘category ‘A’ machinery spaces’.
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14A.4.8
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Adds requirement for lint traps in tumble drier ventilation ducts.
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‘Ducts provided for tumble driers are to be fitted with suitably located cleaning
and inspection openings.’
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Para 14A.7.2
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Adds requirement for fire alarms to be audible externally as well as internally.
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After … Chapter 9 inserted ‘, and should be audible externally.’
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Table 14B.2
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Editorial change only
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Table 14B.2 changed 14B.2.15 to 14B.2.14.
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Table 14B.2
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Editorial change only
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Inserted table line between Fixed Fire Detection and Fire Extinguishing arrangements.
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Para 14B.2.5,
Table 2
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Editorial change only
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Table 2 – Fire integrity made division between spaces above and inserted ‘spaces below’.
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Position
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Change Type
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Position
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Para 14B.2.5
Notes to tables
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Editorial Change only
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Para b deleted ‘(9)’ inserted ‘(8)’
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Para 14B.2.7.2
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No new requirement, corrects omission in last version of code.
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Inserted ‘Sliding’ before ‘steel’.
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Para 14B.2.7.5
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Editorial change only
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Changed ‘beamed’ to ‘be made’.
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Para 14B.2.11.2
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Allows use of combustible insulation for fridges and freezers.
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Para 14B2.11.2 deleted … The use of combustible materials is to be kept to a minimum.
After ‘non-combustible’ inserted ‘however core insulation of refrigerator and cold
rooms need not be.’ Moved text 14B.2.11.9 to this para and moved other paragraphs
to suit.
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Para 14B.2.11.9
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Clarification of existing text
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After ‘vessel’ inserted ‘and on open decks’.
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Para 14B.2.12.1.7
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Editorial change only
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Changed ‘3,5 m’ to ‘3.5m’.
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Para 14B.2.13.3
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Editorial change only
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After ‘category A’, deleted ‘machinery spaces,’.
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Para 14B.2.13.4
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Editorial change only
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After ‘category A’ deleted ‘machinery spaces,’.
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Para 14B.2.13.4.5
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Editorial change only
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After ‘within a machinery space’ inserted ‘of category A’.
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Para 14B.2.13.7
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Requires shutdown to be external to the galley
|
After ‘duct’ added ‘ (if required for the extinguishing medium’. Deleted ‘operable
from within the galley;’ added ‘Local controls to activate extinguishing system; stop
the fans and close the fire dampers should be grouped in one position immediately
outside the main entrance to the galley.’
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Position
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Change Type
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Detail
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Para 14B.2.13.17
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Editorial change only
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Deleted ‘14B.1’ and replaced with ’14.1.5.
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Para 14B.2.13.17
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Editorial change only
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Deleted ’14.2.20’ and replace with 14A.5.
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Para 14B.2.13.18
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Clarification of code requirement for measures to trap lint in ventilation ducts.
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After … ‘ventilation from’ … inserted ‘and tumble driers’.
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Para 14B.2.14.1
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Editorial change only
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After … ‘A-0’ class deleted ‘divisions’.
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Para 14B.2.14.1
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Aligns code requirement with IMO fire safety systems code, applies less onerous standard.
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After … ‘whichever is the greater’ inserted ‘subject to a maximum of 280m2.
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Para 14B.2.14.2
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Editorial change, moves text to new paragraph for clarity
|
Deleted ‘In addition, a fixed ..... within accommodation spaces;’
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Para 14B.2.14.2
|
Editorial change, moves text to new paragraph for clarity, adds requirement for alarm
to be audible externally.
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Inserted new para 14B.2.14.2. ‘A fixed fire detection and fire alarm system is to
be fitted in all enclosed spaces except those containing no significant fire risk
(toilets, bathrooms, void spaces, etc). Manually operated call points shall be placed
to ensure a readily accessible means of notification. The fixed fire detection and
fire-alarm system is to be installed in accordance with the requirements of SOLAS
II-2/7 and the IMO Fire Safety Systems Code, Chapter 9, and should be audible externally.
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Para 14B.2.15.1
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No new requirement, editorial change only
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For vessels having a length of 85 m or more, a public address system complying with
the requirements of SOLAS 74'. Chapter III, regulation 6.5 is to be available throughout
the accommodation and service spaces and control stations and open decks
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Para 15A.1 Table 1
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Editorial change only
|
15A Table 1 – FIRE APPLIANCES item 7 deleted ‘containing internal combustion type
machinery’ and replaced with ‘of Category A’.
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Position
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Change Type
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Detail
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Para 15A.1 Table 1
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No new requirement but clarifies text
|
15A Table 1 – FIRE APPLICANCES item 8 after ‘… apparatus’ inserted ‘for each outfit’
and deleted 1
|
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Para 15A.1
|
Editorial change
|
Deleted notes at end of page.
|
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Para 15A.2.3.5
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Editorial change
|
Added ‘permanent’ after ‘no’
|
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Para 15A.2.4.1
|
Allows use of standard fire hoses which are cheaper and easier to obtain.
|
Deleted ‘18’ Inserted ‘20’ Deleted ‘45mm’ inserted ‘38mm’
|
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Para 15A.2.5.1
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No new requirement, clarifies minimum requirement
|
Para 15A.2.5.1 after ‘… should be of an approved’ inserted ‘5kg/ 9 litre’.
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15B
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Editorial change only
|
Removed bold from text.
|
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16
|
New section, aligns the code with requirements of the Cayman Islands and SOLAS Global
Marine Distress and Safety System (GMDSS)
|
Inserted new Section 16 on Radio communications.
|
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Para 17.3
|
Clarifies code requirements for navigation lights for compliance with Convention on
collision regulations.
|
After ‘spare’ deleted ‘Lamp and inserted ‘bulb’ after ‘…within three minutes.’ Added
‘However, on yachts over 500GT these must be duplicate lights.’
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|
Para 18.1.2.3
|
Editorial correction, changed wording to match SOLAS, provides input data for other
navigation equipment
|
Deleted ‘Distance measuring log’ Added ‘speed and distance measuring device, or other
means, to indicate speed and distance through the water’.
|
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Para 18.1.8
|
Yachts already comply with SOLAS requirements
|
Inserted new para 18.1.8 (LRIT).
|
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Para 18.1.9
|
Yachts required to fit Bridge Navigational Watch Alarm Systems in accordance with
SOLAS requirements
|
Inserted new para 18.1.9.
|
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Para 18.1.10
|
New paragraph, permits inclusion of vessels over 3000GT who already comply with this
requirement.
|
Added ‘18.1.10 Vessels of 3000 GT and over should comply with the requirements of
SOLAS Chapter V’.
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Position
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Change Type
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Detail
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Para 19.1
|
Adds notice related to STCW convention for training in use of Electronic Chart Display
Information Systems
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After ‘duplicate ECDIS’ Inserted ‘Where duplicate ECDIS is provided as the primary
means of navigation, officers with responsibility for navigation watch keeping should
have received appropriate shore based and ship type-specific training.’
|
|
Para 21.1.1
|
Editorial Change to accommodate new sections for substantial equivalence.
|
Inserted ‘This section applies to vessels to which sections 21A and 21B do not apply.’
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Para 21.1.2
|
No new requirement, clarifies need to consider accommodation for hotel staff in addition
to officers.
|
After ‘on board’ added ‘due consideration should also be given to the number of hotel
staff required.’
|
|
Para 21.9.1
|
No new requirement, states minimum bunk size required
|
Added ‘minimum inside dimensions 1.98m x 0.80m’.
|
|
Para 21.1.2
|
Reminds designers that hotel staff requirements should be incorporated into consideration
for design of accommodation.
|
After ‘board,’ inserted due consideration should also be given to the number of hotel
staff required.’
|
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Para 21.9.1
|
Changed bunk size requirement to align with new sections 21A & B
|
After cot added’,) should be provided for every person on board, having a minimum
inside dimension of either:
.1not less than 190 centimetres by 70 centimetres, with no tapering, where it is satisfied
that that this is reasonable and will not result in discomfort to the seafarers; or
.2 not less than 198 centimetres in length and not less than 80 centimetres in width
over half the length of the berth. A taper is permitted from half the length of the
berth towards the foot of the berth but under no circumstances is the berth permitted
to be narrower than 50 centimetres.
3. Where considered appropriate, means for preventing the occupants from falling out,
should be provided.
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Position
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Change Type
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Detail
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Para 21A & B
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Notifies industry of intention to update code to align with ILO Maritime Labour Convention
|
Inserted new para 21A & B.
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Para 22.3.2.3
|
Updates code to refer to latest guidance
|
Para 22.3.2.3 Inserted ‘(Refer to national Annex)’ after ‘overside’.
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Para 22.6
|
Adds requirements for passenger and crew lifts to the code
|
Para 22.6 Inserted new standards on lifts.
|
|
Para 24.2.1.3
|
No change to requirements, guidance added for clarity, the fire suits for the helideck
crew should meet this standard for rescue purposes.
|
Added ‘Fire suits provided for helideck crew should be of EN 469 standard’.
|
|
Para 24.2.6
|
Links code to guidance formulated by the ‘Large Yacht Helideck Working Group’ – a
working group bringing together MCA, and industry to provide yacht specific guidance
for helicopter operations.
|
Deleted ‘Ship to shore and ship to helicopter communications procedures, ship operating
procedures, and guidance on helicopter emergencies are outlined in the International
Chamber of Shipping Guide to Helicopter / Ship Operations and should be used as part
of the operational procedures of the vessel.’
Inserted ‘Ship to shore and ship to helicopter communications procedures, ship operating
procedures, and guidance on helicopter emergencies are outlined in the ‘Large Yacht
Helicopter Operations Handbook’ and ‘Large Yacht Helicopter Refuelling Handbook’ published
by the MCA, these should be used as part of the operational procedures of the vessel,
and equipment carried should permit crew to comply with the onboard procedures.’
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Para 24.2.7
|
Aligns code best practice agreed with industry operators
|
Added ‘Refuelling of the helicopter while engines and rotors are running is prohibited.’
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Para 24.5
|
No new requirement, draws attention to existing regulations applicable to submersible
craft.
|
Para 24.5 Inserted new paragraph on Submersible Craft.
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Para 25.4
|
Aligns the code with MARPOL convention.
|
Inserted new para 25.4. ‘All yachts should comply with the hull Anti- Fouling System
Convention requirements, see national annex’.
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Position
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Change Type
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Detail
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Para 26.1
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Editorial change only
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Removed ‘1’ before ‘hours of work’.
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Para 26.1.1
|
Removes requirement for certificated Yacht Ratings to be carried.
|
After ‘Engineer Officers’ Deleted ‘together with a sufficient number of qualified
Yacht Ratings’
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Para 26.1.2
|
Deleted definition as it is included in the main section ‘definitions’
|
Deleted ‘The term ‘seafarer’, is defined as a person employed or engaged in any capacity
on the vessel and should be taken to mean any person employed either directly by a
owner/operator or through a manning agency, whose usual place of work is on the vessel
and includes the master, officers, crew members, and catering, salon and hotel staff.’
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Para 26.1.7
|
Additional guidance on exceptions to hours of work and rest from STCW convention inserted
|
After ‘crew members’ inserted ‘and designated person ashore (if applicable)’; After
‘compromised’ inserted ‘Exceptions from the weekly rest period provided for in paragraph
26.1.6 should not be allowed for more than two consecutive weeks. The intervals between
two periods of exceptions on board should not be less than twice the duration of the
exception.’
|
|
Para 26.2.2.5
|
Added additional text reminding designers that the number of personnel required by
the owner to be carried should be taken into account when designing crew accommodation.
|
Inserted ‘Due consideration should also be given to the number of hotel staff required.’
|
|
Para 26.2.4
|
No new requirement, clarifies need to consider accommodation for hotel staff in addition
to officers.
|
Deleted ‘The tables in Sections 26.2.8 and 26.2.9 provide guidance on the numbers
of certificated deck and engineer officers, and ratings that may be considered appropriate
to different sizes of vessels and tonnages, ‘ After ‘normal operational conditions
added ‘due consideration should also be given to the number of hotel staff required.’
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26.2.2
|
Additional guidance requiring numbers of hotel staff required to maintain a service
to be considered
|
After ‘conditions’ inserted ‘. Due consideration should also be given to the number
of hotel staff required’.
|
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26.2.5
|
Removes duplicated information, now refers to M Notice only
|
After 2nd ‘Manning Document’ deleted ‘in accordance with the tables at Section 26.2.8
and 26.2.9’.
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Position
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Change Type
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Detail
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26.2.7
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Removes duplicated information, now refers to M Notice only
|
After ‘Engaged’ inserted ‘See national Annex’.
Deleted ‘This section includes indicative manning levels for vessels of 24 metres
or more in Load Line length. The owner/operators of vessels of vessels below 500GT
or those above 500GT solely engaged for pleasure may find it advantageous to hold
a Safe Manning Document.
In addition to the tables specific submissions may be considered from owners and operators
of vessels, including those less than 500GT, seeking a varied Safe Manning Document
based on a range and risk approach to safe manning with the flexibility to reduce
the manning level taking into account, for example a limiting operating area(s) or
parameters, and levels of automation.’
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26.2.8 – 26.2.10
|
Deleted text, removing requirement for yacht ratings, other requirements are as per
national annex.
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Deleted MANNING SCALE FOR MOTOR YACHTS
For details of certificates accepted by the Administration, see National Annex.
[Deleted table]
MANNING SCALE FOR SAILING YACHTS
For details of certificates accepted by the Administration, see National Annex.
[Deleted table] Dual Certification
Where appropriate, dual deck and engineer roles may be considered, provided that the
officer is suitably qualified in both disciplines and that the person holding the
dual role is a person other than the master.
In considering whether a dual role position is appropriate, regard should be had to
the overall safe manning level of the vessel. In such cases additional rating(s) may
be required to be carried.
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Position
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Change Type
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Detail
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26.2.9
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Yachts have to comply with the rules of the state in whose waters they operate craft
such as jet-skis, a note to this effect has been inserted. This is of particular relevance
in areas of the Mediterranean, compliance is not optional.
|
Added ‘Personal Water Craft
The operators are reminded that operation of personal watercraft should comply with
the applicable legislation of the state in whose waters they are being operated.’
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|
Para 28.1.3
|
Editorial change only
|
Deleted ‘e’ at the end of Annex.
|
|
Para 28.2.11-
14
|
Summarises updates to international conventions applicable to yachts.
|
Para 28.2 updated para nos 1-13.
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Para 28.2.9
|
Editorial change only
|
Inserted ‘Certificate’ after ‘Management’.
|
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Para 28.2.12
|
Aligns the code with MARPOL convention
|
Inserted, and/or Engine … output greater than 130kw).
|
|
Para 28.3
|
Editorial change only
|
After ‘level of safety’ deleted ‘The Administration may issue an exemption if and
when appropriate’ inserted ‘The Administration may consider and agree the application.’
|
|
Para 28.7
|
Editorial change only
|
After ‘All’ inserted ‘ very‘ Third para inserted space after (IMO).
|
|
Para 29A
|
Provides notice of change of Crew Agreements when new maritime labour Convention comes
into force.
|
Para 29A and 29B added containing equivalent measures for yachts to Maritime Labour
Convention 2006 full requirements.
|
|
Para 30.3
|
Provides equivalent measure to towing plan required by SOLAS.
|
New para 30.3. All vessels to include emergency towing procedures, as required by
SOLAS regulation II-1/3-4, in their safety management system or in a separate plan.
|
|
Para 31
|
Editorial change only
|
Para 31 deleted ‘Security and Port Safety Code’ and replaced with ‘Ship and Port Facility
Security Code’.
|
|
Annex 1
|
Editorial change only
|
Annex 1updated list of working group members.
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Position
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Change Type
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Detail
|
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Annex 2
|
Adds emergency towing arrangement and use of personal watercraft to MINI ISM system
|
At section 11 after conduct of passengers and crew while on board; added ‘• emergency
towing (may be in a separate document); • safe use and qualification of users for
personal watercraft.’
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|
Annex 4
|
Summarises updates to international conventions applicable to yachts and certification
required.
|
Deleted existing Annex 4 table and replaced with updated version.
|
|
Annex 5, 2
|
Permits any organisation approved by the MCA to act on it’s behalf as an Aviation
Inspection Body rather than a single body as happened pre
\viously.
|
After ‘Aviation Inspection Body for United Kingdom Vessels Deleted
‘is the Helideck Certification Agency (HCA). Contact details for
HCA are below:-
Helideck Certification Agency
Riverview Business Centre,
Centurion Court,
North Esplanade West,
Aberdeen,
United Kingdom,
AB11 5QH
Tel: +44 (0)1224 289 729
E: info@helidecks.org
W: www.helidecks.org'
Inserted ‘see Ensign website for a current list of current approved
bodies.’
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|
Annex 5, 2
|
Editorial change only – aligns with other UK legislation
|
Replaced ‘husband and wife’ with ‘spouse or civil partner’.
|
|
Position
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Change Type
|
Detail
|
|
Annex 5,2
|
Inserts national definition of seafarer, allowing more flexibility for sail training
vessels.
|
Inserted definition ‘‘Seafarer’ means any person, including the master, who is employed
or engaged or works in any capacity on board a ship on the business of the ship but
does not include a person who -
(c) is training in a sail training vessel, or
(d) is onboard a sail training vessel other than for training but -
(i) [is not engaged in or responsible for the navigation of the vessels, and]
(ii) has no emergency safety responsibilities on the vessel.’
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|
Annex 5,
3.1.1
|
Editorial change
Removes limitation on tonnage
|
Inserted new application date
Deleted last paragraph ‘The application of the 3000GT limit is not applicable to vessels
for which the building contract is signed, or survey has started, prior to 24th September
2004.’
|
|
Annex 5
3.1.1.1
|
Added UK interpretation relating to yachts operating under racing rules – allows more
flexibility to yachts operating in officially organised races
|
Added new paragraph 3.1.1.1.
|
|
Annex 5 Para
3.2.2
|
Paragraph deleted to be replaced with Red Ensign Group common guidance.
|
-
|
|
Annex 5 Para
4.3.1
|
Added additional classification society to list providing more choice in provision
|
Added ‘Nippon Kaiji Kyokai’.
|
|
Annex 5 para 14A.2.3.8 &
14B.2.11.12
|
Added guidance on compliance with these paragraphs
|
‘See MGN 453 – FIRE PROTECTION – Fire Retardant Treatment Treatment for Floor Coverings,
Suspended Textile Materials, Upholstery Materials and Bedding Components for use Onboard
Vessels Certified Under the MCA Large Commercial Yacht Code’
|
|
Annex 5 Para
22.3.2.3
|
Added guidance on UK standards
|
Added ‘Refer to MGN 422’.
|
|
Position
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Change Type
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Detail
|
|
Annex 5 Para
25
|
Editorial change only – provides guidance o MARPOL convention requirements for Anti-fouling
paints.
|
Updated regulatory references.
|
|
Annex 5 Para
26.2.4
|
Added guidance for manning on yachts over 3000GT.
Deleted reference to MGN 270 which will remove requirement for ‘Yacht Ratings’ offering
less complex manning to industry.
|
Inserted ‘Vessels over 3000 GT should comply with MSN 1767.’ Deleted ‘MGN 270 ‘’Training
and Certification Guidance – Part 23 – Yacht Rating Certificates for service on commercially
and privately operated yachts and sail training vessels’’.
Inserted ‘Vessels over 3000 GT should comply with MSN 1767.’
|
|
Annex 5 Para
28.1.2
|
Updated to align with existing policy – offers more flexibility in radio survey arrangements
for UK vessels.
|
Inserted new paragraph ‘The list of UK Certifying Authorities for radio installations
is listed in MGN 392. For classed vessels, radio survey is delegated to classification
societies.
|
|
Annex 5 Para
28.7
|
Editorial change only update to regulatory reference for accident reporting requirements.
|
Updates regulatory reference ‘Under ‘The Merchant Shipping (Accident Reporting and
Investigation) Regulations’ 2005, SI No. 881, it is a requirement to report accidents
and hazardous events to the Department for Transport’s Marine Accident Investigation
Branch. Guidance is available in MGN 289 ‘Accident Reporting and Investigation’.’
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|
Table 1 – List of certificates
|
Editorial change only – updates list in line with MARPOL, MLC convention annexes now
in force with which yachts must comply.
|
Table 1 – replaced with updated table.
|
|
Annex 6
|
Editorial change only – content of annex will be available electronically to reduce
printing costs and size of published code.
|
Removed from Code and replaced with Annex 6 – new para.
|
|
Annex 7
|
List of changes updated
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