05 Jan 2015: RCN1 and URCN1 for CSR 01 Jan 2014 have been released by IACS.
The International Association of Classification Societies (IACS) is a not-for-profit membership organisation of classification societies that establishes minimum technical standards and requirements that address maritime safety and environmental protection and ensures their consistent application. It carries out this responsibility through its panels, expert groups and project teams and provides a Quality System Certification Scheme (QSCS) that its Members comply with, as an assurance of professional integrity and maintenance of high professional standards (see www.iacs.org.uk/quality/).
The IACS’ Quality Secretary is retiring after seventeen successful years, with effect from May 2022. We are now searching for a successor to start in Q1 of next year, with a view to taking over as the IACS Quality Secretary in May.
The IACS Quality Secretary’s main purpose is to promote the effective operation of the Quality System Certification Scheme (QSCS), ensuring the continued robustness, consistency and integrity of the scheme, with a uniformly high-quality standard within IACS.
The role of the Quality Secretary is vital for the effective monitoring of the Association’s members’, and their Accredited Certification Bodies’ compliance with the QSCS. It requires energy and sustained commitment. It is a role which requires a positive outlook, the strength of character to communicate clearly with colleagues, peers and senior managers and an ability to make sound judgements in fast-moving and multi-faceted environments.
The role is UK focused and requires frequent travel both internationally and to London.
For a copy of the candidate brief please email IACS in confidence at recruitment@iacs.org.uk. If you would like a discussion about the role with IACS’ Secretary General, Robert Ashdown, please indicate this when requesting the brief.
Only those candidates selected for interview will receive a response.
The deadline for applications is Friday, 26th November.
The 84th session of the IACS Council has highlighted the significant safety challenges around decarbonisation. The centrality of the human element in increasingly technically sophisticated vessels and the importance of maintaining IACS’ Quality Scheme as a guarantor of its members’ demonstrable, high-quality performance were other focus areas.
Meeting again by videoconference due to the restrictions of the Omicron variant, C84 was chaired by Nick Brown, CEO of Lloyd’s Register and comes shortly after COP26 and IMO’s MEPC 77.
Noting the markedly increased expectations for an ambitious and accelerated greenhouse gas (GHG) reduction policy for shipping, IACS Council emphasised that the successful delivery of any agreed targets must recognise the need for a practical and achievable implementation plan.
Building on its submission to IMO’s Assembly (A 32/12/2) C84 discussed ways in which introducing the necessary alternative technologies and fuels must not happen without detailed safety requirements that support the design, fabrication and integration of equipment for systems and ships.
C84 recognised that the unique, multi-disciplinary nature of the challenge, its scale and compressed timeframes for delivery, and the lack of extant technical solutions to achieve the desired outcomes, warranted a dedicated and bespoke response. Accordingly, IACS Council agreed to hold an extraordinary Council meeting early in 2022 solely to give more time for agreeing structured and ambitious IACS actions to address decarbonisation.
Promoting the safety considerations that will accompany the use of new technologies and fuels was widely welcomed by the industry session that followed C84. There was unanimous support for establishing an effective assurance arrangement for the safety of decarbonisation solutions, with IACS’ unique ability to develop common technical requirements viewed as being a key contributor for delivering regulatory certainty.
Given the take up of new technology, C84 also focused on the role of the seafarer in this newly digitalised world and the changing nature of technology on board ships. IACS has long recognised the need to consider ships as complex systems, and systems of systems, and C84 initiated work on the dependency on the human component in those systems for safe operations.
On quality matters, C84 noted that IACS Quality System Certification Scheme (QSCS) remains the ‘gold standard’ for classification society performance but that, in the 30 years since its inception, many other quality driven initiatives had been established, complicating the overall picture. C84 therefore established a high-level working group, to include representation from its external and independent Quality Advisory Committee, to conduct a holistic overview of IACS Quality provisions with the objective of rationalising and enhancing quality oversight as part of IACS’ unceasing commitment to continuous improvement in this area.
C84 also marked six months of IACS’ new governance structures which have quickly increased the agility and responsiveness of the Association. Noting the additional demands this makes of the Association, Council Members reaffirmed their commitment to supporting IACS by further strengthening the new Technical Team based in the IACS Secretariat thus enhancing the ability to conduct at speed detailed technical discussions with the IMO and industry associations.
Owing to the continuing uncertainty caused by the pandemic, C84 also renewed the mandate of its COVID 19 Task Force noting that the swift and decisive actions of this group have been instrumental in developing and adopting measures that help ships safely remain in service and in compliance with Class Rules and the requirements of the international Conventions.
Speaking after the meeting, Nick Brown said ‘The wide-ranging discussions and agreements reached at C84 demonstrate clearly the key role that IACS plays in supporting the industry address complex challenges, many of which require sustained commitment and new ways of working. The new governance changes are demonstrating their effectiveness in helping deliver practical and implementable solutions.’
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Noting the work IACS Members undertake as Recognized Organizations of IMO Member States, verifying compliance of ships with IMO agreed requirements, and with a view to achieve clarity for all parties, IACS has submitted and co-sponsored the following papers:
MEPC 77/4/6 proposes a draft unified interpretation of regulations E-1.1.1 and E-1.1.5 of the International Convention for the Control and Management of Shipsʹ Ballast Water and Sediments, 2004 to clarify the timing for mandatory implementation of commissioning testing of individual ballast water management systems in accordance with resolution MEPC.325(75) and taking into account BWM.2/Circ.70/Rev.1.
MEPC 77/4/7 provides information on the status of the experience-building phase (EBP) associated with the Ballast Water Management (BWM) Convention, and proposes to extend the EBP in order to provide sufficient time for the various stages of the EBP to be effective and ensure follow-up decisions relating to a review of the BWM Convention are meaningful and based on sufficient feedback and data
MEPC 77/4/11 proposes a unified interpretation of regulation B-3.10 of the International Convention for the Control and Management of Ships’ Ballast Water and Sediments, 2004 concerning the deadline for compliance with the D-2 standard for ships constructed before 8 September 2017 but which do not have completed an initial survey associated with the IOPP certificate until after 8 September 2019.
MEPC 77/7/7 proposes a draft unified interpretation of regulation 18.3 of MARPOL Annex VI, related to the use of biofuels. IACS request confirmation that ISO 8217:2010, 2012 or 2017 standards are also acceptable fuel specifications to be used at the parents’ engine NOx emission test and can be used despite the NOx Technical Code only referring to ISO 8217:2005 standard. IACS also seeks the Committees direction for amendments to MARPOL ANNEX VI and the NOx Technical Code to provide a long-term solution to the issues with the application of MARPOL Annex VI and the NOx Technical Code with respect to the use of biofuels.
MEPC 77/7/26 comments on document MEPC 77/7/2 (Japan et al.) containing the draft amendments to the EEXI calculation guidelines and associated guidance to incorporate the in-service measurement method. IACS proposals are contained in paragraphs 6 to 9 of the paper.
MEPC 77/11 proposes a new output to develop amendments to the 2014 Standard specification for shipboard incinerators (resolution MEPC.244(66)) by revising the provisions of its annex 2 on fire protection requirements for incinerators and waste stowage spaces, to remove the discrepancies between resolution MEPC.244(66) and SOLAS chapter II-2.
MEPC 77/11/1 proposes to extend the scope of the existing output 2.15 to address test cycles and related amendments of the NOX Technical Code 2008.
MEPC 77/11/2 proposes a revision of the 2017 Guidelines addressing additional aspects of the NOX Technical Code 2008 with regard to particular requirements related to marine diesel engines fitted with Selective Catalytic Reduction (SCR) systems (resolution MEPC.291(71) as amended by resolution MEPC.313(74)) (the 2017 SCR Guidelines, as amended) to improve their clarity and enable a uniform implementation.
IACS will also provide advice and comments to the Committee under agenda item 5 (Air Pollution Prevention), agenda item 6 (Energy Efficiency of Ships), and agenda item 14 (Any Other Business).
Any enquiries on the above should be sent to Konstantin Petrov, IACS Accredited Representative to IMO, at arimo@iacs.org.uk
Noting the work IACS Members undertake as Recognized Organizations of IMO Member States, verifying compliance of ships with the IMO agreed requirements, and with a view to achieve clarity for all parties, IACS has submitted or co-sponsored the following papers:
SDC 8/4/2 proposes changes to the draft new SOLAS chapter XV and the IP Code and seeks clarification on aspects related to IP Code certification.
SDC 8/4/4 provides comments on the modifications to the text of paragraph 8.4 of the draft IP Code as agreed by PPR 8.
SDC 8/6/2 proposes draft amendments to the 2011 ESP Code regarding applicability to oil tankers carrying oil in independent tanks not part of ship’s hull, tank testing of ballast holds of bulk carriers and examination of ballast tanks at annual surveys, for consistent implementation of the requirements.
SDC 8/10 seeks the view of the Sub-Committee to clarify whether an operational assessment, as required by paragraph 1.5 of part I-A of the Polar Code, can be used to exempt or reduce the equipment requirements in the Polar Code. IACS is of the view that the lack of clarity on this matter has a potential to cause inconsistent application of the Polar Code.
SDC 8/10/1 proposes a unified interpretation of regulations 4.3.1 and 4.3.2 of part 1-A of the Polar Code to clarify the requirements for the ice accretion and its application for the intact and damage stability calculations.
SDC 8/10/2 proposes a draft unified interpretation of regulation 37(3) of the Protocol of 1988 relating to the International Convention on Load Lines, 1966 (hereinafter referred to as the 1988 Load Lines Protocol), as amended, with a view to its global and consistent implementation.
SDC 8/10/3 proposes a new draft unified interpretation on the amendment to stability/loading information in conjunction with the alterations of lightweight, for the effective application of SOLAS regulations II-1/5.4 and II-1/5.5.
SDC 8/10/4 discusses the application of the individual paragraphs of SOLAS regulation II-1/17-1 to internal and external doors, at or above the bulkhead deck on ro-ro passenger ships and proposes the revision of circular MSC.1/Circ.1572/Rev.1.
SDC 8/10/5 proposes an interpretation of paragraph 4.2.1 of the Code on noise levels on board ships (resolution MSC.337(91)), to clarify the application of the noise limit of 85 dB(A) to workshops other than those forming part of machinery spaces.
SDC 8/10/6 proposes draft amendment to the unified interpretations of SOLAS regulation II-1/3-6.3.2 contained in circular MSC.1/Circ.1572/Rev.1 to clarify the ambiguous expression “similar obstructions” in SOLAS regulation II-1/3-6.3.2.
SDC 8/10/7 seeks clarification of the application of SOLAS regulation II-1/13 with regard to types of penetrations required to be pressure tested after a fire endurance testing.
SDC 8/10/8 proposes the revisions to MSC.1/1572/Rev.1 in respect of the interpretation of acceptable equivalent arrangements meeting the requirements of SOLAS regulation II-1/26.11, in particular covering those instances where there are differing heating requirements between the service tank and the point of injection.
SDC 8/10/9 provides the Sub-Committee with an updated version of the draft unified interpretation on the basis of MSC/Circ.998 (IACS UI SC161) and discusses the changes which have been made since the previous version.
SDC 8/13 proposes amendments to the Performance standards for water level detectors on bulk carriers and single hold cargo ships other than bulk carriers (resolution MSC.188(79)) to take into account relevant changes to SOLAS since the adoption of resolution MSC.188(79) on 3 December 2004.
SDC 8/16 informs on the recent revisions to IACS Unified Requirement (UR) A1 and UR A2 and Recommendation No. 10, their background and, as a consequence, proposes further revision of the guidance on shipboard towing and mooring equipment (MSC.1/Circ.1175/Rev.1).
IACS will also provide advice and comments to the Sub-Committee on a number of other issues, both in plenary and in the Working and Drafting Groups that are expected to be established. IACS will contribute to the discussions also on agenda items 5 (Development of explanatory notes to the interim guidelines on second generation intact stability criteria), 12 (Development of amendments to SOLAS regulation II-1/3-4 to apply requirements for emergency towing equipment for tankers to other types of ships), and 14 (Review of the guidelines for the reduction of underwater noise).
Any enquiries on the above should be sent to Konstantin Petrov, IACS Accredited Representative to IMO, at arimo@iacs.org.uk
Noting the work IACS Members undertake as Recognized Organizations of IMO Member States, verifying compliance of ships with the IMO agreed requirements, and with a view to achieve clarity for all parties, IACS has submitted or co-sponsored the following twenty one papers:
SSE 8/3/1 proposes to clarify the “installation” application of the draft amendment to the LSA Code, pertaining to the ventilation of survival craft by providing a meaning for the term “installed” in line with the format recommended by the Guidance MSC.1/Circ.1500/Rev.1.
SSE 8/3/5 comments on the report of the Correspondence Group on Life-Saving Appliances regarding the ventilation of survival craft; in particular, on the text in square brackets of paragraph 6.18.1 of the draft amendments to resolution MSC.81(70) (SSE 8/3, annex 1).
SSE 8/5 proposes amendments to paragraph 4.6.3.1 of the LSA Code in order to remove ambiguity in the requirements for free-fall lifeboat safety harnesses.
SSE 8/6/1 presents a basis for a definition of the term “free height” to be used in the Revised guidelines for the design and approval of fixed water-based fire-fighting systems for ro-ro spaces and special category spaces (MSC.1/Circ.1430/Rev.2).
SSE 8/9/1 proposes several revisions to the draft SOLAS amendments and draft Guidelines for lifting appliances contained in annexes 4 and 5 respectively, of document SSE 7/21.
SSE 8/10 outlines a road map to provide a basis for future work to amend SOLAS chapter II-2 to address firefighting capabilities on board container vessels and provides an initial assessment of gaps and regulations which are considered impracticable for fire detection and fire-fighting capabilities on board containerships.
SSE 8/10/3 sets out the need for a formal safety assessment (FSA) in accordance with the Revised Guidelines (MSC-MEPC.2/Circ.12/Rev.2) and recommends an approach to the regulatory review process focus on risk prevention and goal-based standards. The document also proposes the establishment of an FSA Experts Group to review the outcomes of the EMSA study CARGOSAFE and other studies and initiatives on this matter.
SSE 8/15 proposes a clarification of the fire testing requirements for pipe couplings required to remain operational after a safe return to port (SRTP) fire casualty.
SSE 8/15/1 responds to the outcome of SSE 6 relating to the means of escape from the steering gear space in cargo ships according to SOLAS regulation II-2/13.4.2 and offers an updated draft interpretation.
SSE 8/15/2 seeks clarification with a view to facilitating global and consistent implementation of paragraph 6.1.2.2 of the LSA Code regarding slewing out a dedicated rescue boat on a cargo ship from its stowed position to ship’s side.
SSE 8/15/3 seeks clarification with a view to facilitating global and consistent implementation of SOLAS regulation II-1/26.2 for single essential propulsion components and their reliability and offers a draft interpretation for the consideration of the Sub-Committee.
SSE 8/15/5 proposes a draft unified interpretation to ensure uniform and global implementation of the requirements in resolution MSC.402(96) and discusses the different views on the application of the resolution for the consideration of the Sub-Committee.
SSE 8/15/6 proposes a consequential revision of MSC.1/Circ.1557 on the unified interpretation of SOLAS regulation II-1/45.11, based on comments received from IEC/TC 18 related to IACS UI SC274.
SSE 8/15/7 provides a proposed unified interpretation (UI) of paragraphs 4.1.5.1.13, 4.4.8.16 and 5.1.2.2.7 of the International Life-Saving Appliance (LSA) Code; paragraph 3.8.10 of annex 10 of the 1994 HSC Code; and paragraph 3.8.10 of annex 11 of the 2000 HSC Code, in order to reflect current technology and clarify the use of light emitting diode (LED) torches.
SSE 8/15/8 proposes a draft unified interpretation on the application of non-return valve for a double-block and bleed arrangement and two shut-off valves in series with a venting valve in between, as required by paragraph 2.2.3.1.2 of chapter 15 of the FSS Code.
SSE 8/15/9 presents a draft unified interpretation of SOLAS regulation II-2/4.5.6.1, and paragraphs 3.1.2, 3.1.4 and 3.5.3 of the IBC Code developed to address the safety concerns in relation to the arrangements of cargo/vapour piping and related gas-freeing piping/ducts on tankers, based on the IACS’s general practice presented in document SSE 7/2/2.
SSE 8/15/10 proposes a draft unified interpretation of SOLAS regulation II-2/20.4.1 and paragraph 2.4.2.1 of Chapter 9 of the FSS Code, addressing the spacing for detectors in ro-ro cargo holds, special category and vehicle spaces where beams project into the protected space by more than 100 mm as detailed in MSC.1/Circ.1430/Rev.1, is considered suitable for all fixed extinguishing systems protecting these spaces, other than fixed water-based fire-extinguishing systems.
SSE 8/15/13 proposes to revise MSC/Circ.1120 in order to ensure uniform application of SOLAS regulation II-2/6 to address the testing requirements for the floor covering materials.
SSE 8/18/2 proposes a minor correction to the forms of the record of equipment for certificates in SOLAS, the HSC Code and the SPS Code pertaining to the type of immersion suits, to address the discrepancy with the expression used in the LSA Code.
SSE 8/18/4 proposes that the replacement of the footnoted reference to the updated version of ISO 15370:2021 in paragraph 2.1 of chapter 11 of the FSS Code be considered as a minor correction in line with IMO procedures.
SSE 8/19 proposes amendments to the 2014 Standard specification for shipboard incinerators (resolution MEPC.244(66)) to remove the discrepancies between resolution MEPC.244(66) and SOLAS chapter II-2.
IACS will also provide advice and comments to the Sub-Committee on a number of other issues, both in plenary and in the Working and Expert Groups that are expected to be established.
Any enquiries on the above should be sent to Konstantin Petrov, IACS Accredited Representative to IMO, at arimo@iacs.org.uk
IACS deeply regrets the circumstances that have resulted in this decision and hopes that hostilities in Ukraine will cease as soon as possible, and that peace will return to the region.
Contact: Robert Ashdown, IACS Secretary General
E: robertashdown@iacs.org.uk T: +44 (0) 20 7976 0660
International Association of Classification Societies
Permanent Secretariat 4 Matthew Parker Street, London, England SW1H 9NP
T: +44 (0)20 7976 0660
Notes to Editors:
Noting the work IACS Members undertake as Recognized Organizations of IMO Member States, verifying compliance of ships with the IMO agreed requirements, and with a view to achieve clarity for all parties, IACS has submitted or co-sponsored the following papers:
PPR 9/11/1 proposes to clarify the test cycle application by amending the NOx Technical Code 2008 and MARPOL Annex VI Appendix II (regulation 13) by expanding the scope of the E3 and C1 test cycles. IACS also requests clarification from the Sub-Committee on related matters as described in paragraphs 16, 20 and 21 with the aim to facilitate discussions on the use of multiple Engine Operational Profiles, which are linked to the certification test cycles, noting that the current MARPOL Annex VI and the NOX Technical Code test cycle requirements do not adequately address application to variable-speed/variable-load engines used for main propulsion or ship power generation.
PPR 9/14/2 comments on document PPR 9/14 containing the report of the Correspondence Group on Amendments of MARPOL Annex IV and Associated Guidelines and proposes additional considerations regarding the definitions of “new ship”, “existing hip” and “passenger ship”, as well as modifications to the relevant regulations to further develop the draft amendments to MARPOL Annex IV.
PPR 9/14/3 comments on document PPR 9/14 and presents additional amendments in relation to items due for consideration which include: amendments to MARPOL Annex IV, paragraph 4.1.3 to address sewage treatment plant (STP) commissioning test; draft amendments to the 2012 Guidelines on implementation of effluent standards and performance tests for sewage treatment plants (MEPC.227(68), as amended by resolution MEPC.284(70)) (the 2012 Guidelines), and the development of the STP performance guidelines.
PPR 9/16 proposes the modification to circular MEPC.1/Circ.895 to clarify the interpretation of paragraph 4.4.6.1 of chapter 4 of the NOX Technical Code 2008, that due to the recent diversification of engines in consideration of NOx emission control, the interpretation should in general not be applied to the Engine Family, except where the applicant has provided clear evidence that an Engine Family concept, allowing for different numbers and arrangements of cylinders, will result in same or lower NOX emissions of the engines with different cylinder numbers compared to the NOX emissions of the related parent engine.
PPR 9/16/1 proposes a draft unified interpretation of the application of regulations 14.8 (In-use and onboard fuel oil sampling and testing) and 14.10 (In-use fuel oil sampling point) of MARPOL Annex VI.
PPR 9/16/2 comments on document MEPC 75/3/5 and proposes a unified interpretation of appendix I “Form of International Ballast Water Management Certificate” to the 2004 BWM Convention, concerning the principal ballast water management method(s) employed on the ship in order to issue a certificate in a consistent manner.
IACS will also provide advice and comments to the Sub-Committee on a number of other issues, both in plenary and in the Working Groups that are expected to be established. IACS will contribute to the discussions also on agenda items 7, 8, 11 and 19.
Any enquiries on the above should be sent to Konstantin Petrov, IACS Accredited Representative to IMO, at arimo@iacs.org.uk
The significant impact of the COVID19 pandemic on the maritime industry resulted in an increase in the deployment of remote surveys by IACS Members to ensure the maritime industry was able to continue functioning in as smooth and efficient a manner as possible.
Noting many IACS Members introduced remote survey aspects prior to the pandemic, advancements in Information and Communication Technologies (ICT) together with the experience and knowledge gained during the pandemic, means that remote surveys will increasingly form part of IACS Members’ operations given the many advantages that can be achieved in terms of practical delivery while ensuring the same quality and safety levels. A “Remote Survey” is defined as a process of verifying that a ship and its equipment are in compliance with the rules of the Classification Society where the verification is undertaken, or partially undertaken, without attendance on-board by a surveyor.
To ensure all IACS Members have uniform guidance and requirements on remote surveys it was considered essential to develop minimum common requirements for the implementation of remote surveys. This IACS Unified Requirement UR Z29 has therefore been developed to deliver the core objective that a remote survey will only be appropriate when the survey is carried out without compromising the quality and results of such survey, providing the same level of assurance as those performed by a surveyor attending onboard the vessel. To achieve this fundamental goal, it was essential that IACS developed principles to ensure equivalency between remote survey and traditional survey by establishing a general definition, application scope, conditions and limitations of remote survey together with identification of requirements in terms of training of personnel.
Among the principles and minimum requirements contained within UR Z29 is that the eligibility of the remote survey is to be decided based on type and scope of the requested survey as detailed in the UR Z29 and, if applicable, with flag State Administration acceptance where statutory survey requirements are also involved. A remote survey is deemed eligible when it provides the same level of assurance as a survey with physical attendance on-board of a surveyor. A balance will be found between remote surveys and physical attendance to ensure the sustainability and robustness of the current classification and statutory systems. Remote surveys are generally to be carried out with internet connection allowing a live streaming visual examination, although, in certain circumstances, an appropriate combination of remote survey methods may be used.
IACS Secretary General, Robert Ashdown, said “with the development of this UR, IACS Members have once again demonstrated their ability to rapidly harness innovative technology and survey techniques for the benefit of the maritime industry without any reduction in the levels of quality or assurance expected of, and provided by, class surveys.” IACS will also actively participate in the upcoming discussions at IMO on incorporating Remote Survey requirements into a regulatory framework that supports new technology while strengthening maritime safety and contributing to the protection of the environment.
IACS Unified Requirement on Remote Classification Surveys UR Z29 will enter into force on 01 January 2023.
Contact: Robert Ashdown, IACS Secretary General
E: robertashdown@iacs.org.uk T: +44 (0) 20 7976 0660
International Association of Classification Societies
Permanent Secretariat 4 Matthew Parker Street, London, England SW1H 9NP
T: +44 (0)20 7976 0660
Notes to Editors:
Noting the work IACS Members undertake as Recognized Organizations of IMO Member States, verifying compliance of ships with IMO agreed requirements, and with a view to achieve clarity for all parties, IACS has submitted and co-sponsored the following papers:
MSC 105/2/2 follows up on the document submitted by IACS to the thirty-second Assembly of IMO and offers suggestions for an approach to, and preliminary views on, the risks associated with the new fuels and technologies currently being researched and trialled by entities seeking to deliver a safe zero-CO2-emitting ship.
MSC 105/3/4 considers the necessity for standard definitions in the situations when terms such as “fitted”, “provided”, “installed” or “installation” are used in non-mandatory instrument, to provide a clear understanding of the intended meaning of such terms. Further, a proposal to adjust MSC.1/Circ.1500/Rev.1 to account for the building contract in those definitions is offered.
MSC 105/3/5 proposes additional modifications to the forms of Safety equipment certificate for cargo ships and Safety radio certificate for cargo ships and other forms, in line with the draft amendments to SOLAS chapters III and IV, and its appendix (Certificates), as approved by MSC 104 for adoption at MSC 105; and seeks clarification of the Committee on the date by which the certificate should be reissued.
MSC 105/15/1 clarifies paragraph 2.2.2 of the appendix to the draft revised Performance standards for water level detectors on ships subject to SOLAS regulations II-1/25, II-1/25-1 and XII/12, which was finalized at SDC 8 and submitted to MSC 105 for adoption, and proposes a change pertaining to the measurement of installation height of sensors, with a view towards global and uniform implementation.
MSC 105/19/8 seeks clarification as to whether SOLAS regulation III/20.11 and resolution MSC.402(96) are applicable to inflated rescue boats.
MSC 105/INF.9 provides an update on the status of the work being undertaken to address the IACS “common” observations, arising from the GBS initial verification audit and first maintenance verification, as of 31 January 2022.
IACS will also contribute to the discussions under agenda items 4 (Adoption of the Model Regulations on Domestic Ferry Safety), agenda item 5 (Development of further measures to enhance the safety of ships relating to the use of fuel oil), agenda item 7 (Development of a goal-based instrument for maritime autonomous surface ships (MASS)), agenda item 13 (Implementation of IMO instruments), and agenda item 18 (Work Programme).
Any enquiries on the above should be sent to Konstantin Petrov, IACS Accredited Representative to IMO, at arimo@iacs.org.uk