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MARITIME AND PORT AUTHORITY OF SINGAPORE SHIPPING CIRCULAR

NO. 4 OF 2015

MPA Shipping Division 460 Alexandra Road

21st

Singapore 119963 Storey PSA Building

Fax: 6375 6231 http://www.mpa.gov.sg

26 February 2015 Applicable to: Shipowners, shipmanagers, operators, agents and masters of Singapore-registered ships

RESOLUTIONS ADOPTED BY THE 93RD AND 94TH SESSION OF THE MARITIME SAFETY COMMITTEE (MSC 93 AND MSC 94) OF THE INTERNATIONAL MARITIME ORGANIZATION 1. This circular informs the Shipping Community of the resolutions adopted by MSC 93 (14 to 23 May 2014) and MSC 94 (17 to 21 Nov 2014) and urges the shipping community to prepare for the implementation of these resolutions. 2. The details of the resolutions can be found in the reports of MSC 93 and MSC 94 which are available on the MPA website. 3. The resolutions adopted by MSC 93 include the following:

a. Resolution MSC.365 (93)

– Adoption of amendments to the International Convention for the Safety of Life at Sea, 1974, as amended (SOLAS 74)

The resolution adopts the following amendments to SOLAS: i.

Regulation II-1/29 – Steering gear

This relates to the amendments to SOLAS regulation II-1/29.3.2 and 29.4.2 which requires the main and auxiliary steering gear to be capable of putting the rudder over from 35° on one side to 35° on the other side with the ship at its deepest seagoing draught and running ahead at maximum ahead service speed. Where it is impractical to demonstrate compliance with this requirement, alternative methodology to demonstrate compliance can be accepted, regardless of date of construction of the ship.

ii.

Regulation II-2 – Fire protection, fire detection and fire extinction

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This includes a number of amendments to Regulation 1, 3, 4, 9, 10, 13, 16 and 20 to improve the fire safety requirements on board ships.

The above amendments to SOLAS 74 will enter into force on 1 January 2016. b. Resolution MSC.366(93)


Following up on the Assembly’s resolution A.1070(28) to mandate the IMO Instruments Implementation Code (III Code), the Committee adopted amendments to SOLAS 74 to insert the new chapter XIII on verification of compliance. The amendments will enter into force on 1 January 2016.

c. Resolution MSC.367(93)

– Adoption of amendments to the International Code for Fire Safety Systems (FSS Code)

The resolution adopts amendments to chapter 15 of the FSS Code to incorporate the requirement of Inert Gas System on tankers 8,000 dwt upwards to 20,000dwt. The amendments will enter into force on 1 January 2016.

d. Resolution MSC.368(93)

– Adoption of amendments to the International Life-Saving Appliance (LSA) Code

The resolution adopts amendments to improve the testing procedures and standards for the in-water performance of lifejackets. The testing criteria for lifejackets are also amended to allow the use of manikins as human test subjects. The amendments will enter into force on 1 January 2016.

e. Resolution MSC.369(93)

– Adoption of amendments to the International Code for the Construction and Equipment of Ships carrying Dangerous Chemicals in Bulk (IBC CODE)

The resolution adopts amendments for chemical tankers subject to the IBC Code to be fitted with a stability instrument, capable of verifying compliance with intact and damage stability requirements. The amendments will enter into force on 1 January 2016. Existing ships are required to comply by the first scheduled renewal survey on or after 1 January 2016 but not later than 1 January 2021.

f. Resolution MSC.370(93)

– Adoption of amendments to the International Code for the Construction and Equipment of Ships Carrying Liquefied Gases in Bulk (IGC Code)

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This relates to the complete revision to update the IGC Code, taking into account the latest technologies, operational practices and the increasing size of the newest gas ships. The amendments will enter into force on 1 January 2016. However, in view that there is a considerable number of gas carriers under contract which would require design modifications to comply with the revised IGC Code, the Maritime Safety Committee agreed to delay the implementation of the revised IGC Code by six months to 1 July 2016.

g. Resolution MSC.371(93)

– Adoption of amendments to the International Code on the Enhanced Programme of Inspections During Surveys of Bulk Carriers and Oil Tankers (2011 ESP Code)

This relates to the regular amendments to the 2011 ESP Code to improve the safety of bulk carriers and oil tankers. Shipowners whose ships are subjected to the 2011 ESP Code should take note of the amendments and implement them accordingly. The amendments will enter into force on 1 January 2016.

h. Resolution MSC.372(93)

– Adoption of amendments to the International Maritime Dangerous Goods Code (IMDG Code)

The IMDG Code is amended every two years to improve the safety of ships for transport of dangerous goods by sea. Shipowners whose ships carry dangerous goods should take note of the amendments and implement the amendments accordingly. The amendments will enter into force on 1 January 2016.

MPA encourages the application of the amendments in whole or in part

on a voluntary basis from 1 January 2015. i. Resolution MSC.373(93)

– Adoption of amendments to the International Convention on Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping for Seafarers (STCW), 1978

This relates to the Assembly’s resolution A.1070(28) to mandate the IMO Instruments Implementation Code (III Code). The Maritime Safety Committee adopted amendments to the STCW Convention to make the use of III Code mandatory. The amendments will enter into force on 1 January 2016.

j. Resolution MSC.374(93)

Similar to resolution MSC.373(93), amendments to the STCW Code are adopted to insert the new requirement on verification of compliance in accordance to the IMO Instruments Implementation Code (III Code). The amendments will enter into force on 1 January 2016.

– Adoption of amendments to the Seafarers' Training, Certification and Watchkeeping (STCW) Code

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k. Resolution MSC.375(93)

– Adoption of amendments to the Protocol of 1988 relating to the International Convention on Load Lines, 1966 as amended (1988 Load Lines Protocol)

This relates to the Assembly’s resolution A.1070(28) to mandate the IMO Instruments Implementation Code (III Code). The Maritime Safety Committee adopted amendments to the 1988 Load Lines Protocol to make the use of III Code mandatory. The amendments will enter into force on 1 January 2016.

l. Resolution MSC.376(93)

– Adoption of amendments to the Code for the Construction and Equipment of Ships Carrying Dangerous Chemicals in Bulk (BCH Code)

The resolution adopts amendments for all ships subject to the BCH Code to be fitted with a stability instrument, capable of verifying compliance with intact and damage stability requirements. The amendments will enter into force on 1 January 2016. Existing ships would be required to comply by the first scheduled renewal survey on or after 1 January 2016 but not later than 1 January 2021.

m. Resolution MSC.377(93)

– Adoption of amendments to the Code for the Construction and Equipment of Ships Carrying Liquefied Gases in Bulk (GC Code)

Similar amendments are made for all ships subjected to the IGC Code to be fitted with a stability instrument, capable of verifying compliance with intact and damage stability requirements. The amendments will be effective on 1 January 2016 upon acceptance and entry into force of the corresponding amendments to the IGC Code adopted by resolution MSC.370(93). Existing ships would be required to comply by the first scheduled renewal survey on or after 1 January 2016 but not later than 1 January 2021.

n. Resolution MSC.378(93)

– Adoption of amendments to the Revised Recommendation on testing of life-saving appliances

The resolution relates to the improvement made to the prototype tests of life saving appliances.

o. Resolution MSC.379(93)

– Adoption of Performance Standards for Shipborne BEIDOU Satellite Navigation System (BDS) Receiver Equipment

This resolution adopts the performance standards for shipborne BDS receiver equipment to ensure the operational reliability of the equipment as a component of the world-wide radionavigation system. BDS receiver equipment installed on or after 1 July 2016 shall

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conform to performance standards not inferior to those specified in the annex to the resolution.

p. Unified Interpretations (UI) In addition to the adoption of resolutions, MSC 93 also approved the following Unified Interpretations; i. MSC.1/Circ.1260/Rev.1

ii.

– Unified Interpretations of COLREG 1972, as amended MSC.1/Circ.1478

iii.

– Unified interpretation on the application of the Performance standard for alternative means of corrosion protection for cargo oil tanks of crude oil tankers (resolution MSC.289(87)) MSC.1/Circ.1479

iv.

– Unified interpretation on the application of the Performance standard for protective coatings for cargo oil tanks of crude oil tankers (resolution MSC.288(87)) MSC.1/Circ.1480

– Unified interpretation Unified interpretation on SOLAS regulation II-2/9.7.1.1

The Unified Interpretations and clarifications are acceptable to MPA and should be followed and applied in accordance with the recommended application date mentioned in the circulars. Shipowners are further advised to approach the eight recognised Classification Societies to seek further guidance.

4. The resolutions adopted by MSC 94 include the following: a. Resolution MSC.380(94)


The resolution adopts the following amendments to SOLAS: i.

Regulation II-2/10 – Fire fighting

This relates to the title of existing paragraph 5.2, which caused some ambiguity on its applicability to all machinery spaces containing internal combustion machinery. The title is replaced to clarify its application to machinery spaces of category “A” containing internal combustion machinery. The amendments will enter into force on 1 July 2016.

ii.

Regulation VI/2 – Cargo information

This relates to the adoption of new SOLAS regulation VI/2 paragraphs 4 to 6 on mandatory verification of gross mass of containers carrying cargoes. This regulation does not apply to containers carried on a chassis or a trailer when such containers are driven on or off a ro-ro ship engaged in short international voyages as defined in regulation III/3. The amendments will enter into force on 1 July 2016.

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All parties concerned should refer to MSC.1/Circ.1475 “Guidelines regarding the verified gross mass of a container carrying cargo” which is intended to establish a common approach for the implementation and enforcement regarding the verification of the gross mass of packed containers.

iii.

Regulation XI-1/7 – Atmosphere testing instrument for enclosed spaces

This relates to the new regulation X1-1/7 which requires all ships which SOLAS chapter I applies to carry a portable atmosphere testing instrument or instruments for enclosed spaces entry. The instrument or instruments shall be capable of measuring concentrations of oxygen, flammable gases or vapours, hydrogen sulphide and carbon monoxide. Suitable means shall also be provided for the calibration.

Resolution MSC.350(92) adopts SOLAS regulation III/19.3.6.2.3 on

enclosed space entry and rescue drills to include checking and use of instruments for measuring the atmosphere in enclosed space. However, the regulation did not introduce the carriage requirement for atmospheric testing instrument. Although the resolution indicates the entry into force date of 1 July 2016, shipowners are strongly encouraged to implement the carriage requirement as soon as possible. MPA will issue a separate circular in due course on the early implementation.

iv.

Appendix – Certificates

This relates to the amendment to the Record of Equipment for Cargo Ship Safety (Form C) and the Record of Equipment for Cargo Ship Safety (Form E). A new entry is added to record the total number of persons accommodated by free-fall lifeboats. The amendments will enter into force on 1 July 2016.

b. Resolution MSC.381(94)

– Adoption of amendments to the International Code on the Enhanced Programme of Inspections During Surveys of Bulk Carriers and Oil Tankers (2011 ESP Code)

This relates to the revision of the 2011 ESP Code. In particular, the amendments allow the cargo tank testing on oil tankers carried out within the survey window, to be performed by the ship’s crew under the direction of the ship’s Master. The amendments will enter into force on 1 July 2016.

c. Resolution MSC.382(94)

– Adoption of amendments to the International Code for the Construction and Equipment of Mobile Offshore Drilling Units (MODU Code) (RESOLUTION A.414(XI))

This relates to the amendments introduced to SOLAS X1-1/7. Similar amendments to the MODU Code are adopted to require appropriate

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portable atmosphere testing instrument or instruments for entry into enclosed spaces.

d. Resolution MSC.383(94)

– Adoption of amendments to the International Code for the Construction and Equipment of Mobile Offshore Drilling Units, 1989 (1989 MODU CODE) (RESOLUTION A.649(16))

Similar amendments to the 1989 MODU Code are adopted to require appropriate portable atmosphere testing instrument or instruments for entry into enclosed spaces.

e. Resolution MSC.384(94)


Similar amendments to the 2009 MODU Code are adopted to require appropriate portable atmosphere testing instrument or instruments for entry into enclosed spaces.

f. Resolution MSC.385(94)

– Adoption of the International Code for Ships Operating in POLAR Waters (POLAR CODE)

The resolution adopts the safety-related provisions of the POLAR Code. The Code will take effect on 1 January 2017 upon entry into force of the new SOLAS chapter XIV on Safety Measures for Ships Operating in POLAR Waters.

g. Resolution MSC.386(94)

– Adoption of amendments to the Adoption of amendments to the International Convention for the Safety of Life at Sea, 1974, as amended (SOLAS 74)

The resolution adopts the new SOLAS chapter XIV on Safety Measures for Ships Operating in POLAR Waters. The amendments will enter into force on 1 January 2017, so as to harmonise both the SOLAS and MARPOL related provisions of the POLAR Code.

h. Resolution MSC.387(94)


This resolution adopts amendments to the 2009 MODU Code to allow alternative procedures for lifeboat drills on MODUs. All parties concerned should refer to MSC.1/Circ MSC.1/Circ.1486 on Guidelines on alternative methods for lifeboat drills on MODUs for guidance.

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i. Resolution MSC.388(94)

– Adoption of amendments to the Recommendation on Conditions for the Approval of Servicing Stations for Inflatable Liferafts (RESOLUTION A.761(18))

This resolution adopts the amendments to the Recommendation on conditions for the approval of servicing stations for inflatable liferafts (annex to resolution A.761(18)). Items of equipment should be checked to ensure that they are in good condition and that dated items are replaced at the time of servicing in cases where the expiry date falls before the next service date of the liferaft.

Servicing stations approved by MPA shall comply with the amendments

with immediate effect. j. Resolution MSC.389(94)

– Adoption of amendments to the Existing Mandatory Ship Reporting System “OFF CHENGSHAN JIAO PROMONTORY"

The resolution adopts amendments to the mandatory ship reporting system "Off Chengshan Jiao Promontory" and will enter into force at 0000 hours UTC on 1 June 2015.

k. Unified Interpretations (UI) In addition to the adoption of resolutions, MSC 94 also approved the following Unified Interpretations; i. MSC.1/Circ.1487

ii.

– Unified interpretations of chapters 5, 9 and 10 of the FSS Code MSC.1/Circ.1488

iii.

– Unified interpretation of part 3 of annex 1 to the 2010 FTP Code MSC.1/Circ.1489

iv.

– Unified interpretation of the revised recommendation on testing of life-saving appliances (resolution MSC.81(70)) MSC.1/Circ.1490

v. – Unified interpretation of SOLAS regulation III/31.1.4

MSC.1/Circ.1491

vi.

– Amendments to the Unified interpretations of SOLAS chapter II-2, the FSS Code, the FTP Code and related fire test procedures (MSC/Circ.1120) MSC.1/Circ.1492

vii.

– Amendments to the Unified interpretations of SOLAS chapter II-2 and the FSS and FTP Codes (MSC.1/Circ.1456) MSC.1/Circ.1495

viii.

– Unified interpretations of SOLAS regulation V/23.3.3 MSC.1/Circ.1496

ix.

– Unified interpretations on the Appendix of SOLAS Convention regarding the records of equipment concerning nautical charts and ECDIS MSC.1/Circ.1499

– Unified interpretation of chapter 3 of the FSS Code

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The Unified Interpretations and clarifications are acceptable to MPA and should be followed and applied in accordance with the recommended application date mentioned in the circulars. Shipowners are further advised to approach the eight recognised Classification Societies to seek further guidance.

5. Queries relating to this circular should be directed to Mr. Calvin Lee via telephone 6375-6269 or email [email protected]. TAN SUAN JOW DIRECTOR OF MARINE MARITIME AND PORT AUTHORITY OF SINGAPORE

mailto:[email protected]

RESOLUTION MSC.365(93) (adopted on 22 May 2014)

AMENDMENTS TO THE INTERNATIONAL CONVENTION FOR THE SAFETY OF LIFE AT SEA, 1974, AS AMENDED

MSC 93/22/Add.1 Annex 1, page 1

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ANNEX 1



THE MARITIME SAFETY COMMITTEE, RECALLING Article 28(b) of the Convention on the International Maritime Organization concerning the functions of the Committee, RECALLING ALSO article VIII(b) of the International Convention for the Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS), 1974 (hereinafter referred to as "the Convention"), concerning the amendment procedure applicable to the annex to the Convention, other than to the provisions of chapter I thereof, HAVING CONSIDERED, at its ninety-third session, amendments to the Convention, proposed and circulated in accordance with article VIII(b)(i) thereof, 1 ADOPTS, in accordance with article VIII(b)(iv) of the Convention, amendments to the Convention, the text of which is set out in the annex to the present resolution; 2 DETERMINES, in accordance with article VIII(b)(vi)(2)(bb) of the Convention, that the said amendments shall be deemed to have been accepted on 1 July 2015, unless, prior to that date, more than one third of the Contracting Governments to the Convention or Contracting Governments the combined merchant fleets of which constitute not less than 50% of the gross tonnage of the world's merchant fleet, have notified their objections to the amendments; 3 INVITES SOLAS Contracting Governments to note that, in accordance with article VIII(b)(vii)(2) of the Convention, the amendments shall enter into force on 1 January 2016 upon their acceptance in accordance with paragraph 2 above; 4 REQUESTS the Secretary-General, in conformity with article VIII(b)(v) of the Convention, to transmit certified copies of the present resolution and the text of the amendments contained in the annex to all Contracting Governments to the Convention; 5 REQUESTS ALSO the Secretary-General to transmit copies of this resolution and its annex to Members of the Organization which are not Contracting Governments to the Convention.





ANNEX


CHAPTER II-1 CONSTRUCTION – STRUCTURE, SUBDIVISION AND STABILITY,

MACHINERY AND ELECTRICAL INSTALLATIONS

Part C Machinery installations

Regulation 29 – Steering gear 1 At the end of paragraph 3.2, the following new text is added: "where it is impractical to demonstrate compliance with this requirement during sea

trials with the ship at its deepest seagoing draught and running ahead at the speed corresponding to the number of maximum continuous revolutions of the main engine and maximum design pitch, ships regardless of date of construction may demonstrate compliance with this requirement by one of the following methods:

.1 during sea trials the ship is at even keel and the rudder fully

submerged whilst running ahead at the speed corresponding to the number of maximum continuous revolutions of the main engine and maximum design pitch; or

.2 where full rudder immersion during sea trials cannot be achieved,

an appropriate ahead speed shall be calculated using the submerged rudder blade area in the proposed sea trial loading condition. The calculated ahead speed shall result in a force and torque applied to the main steering gear which is at least as great as if it was being tested with the ship at its deepest seagoing draught and running ahead at the speed corresponding to the number of maximum continuous revolutions of the main engine and maximum design pitch; or

.3 the rudder force and torque at the sea trial loading condition have

been reliably predicted and extrapolated to the full load condition. The speed of the ship shall correspond to the number of maximum continuous revolutions of the main engine and maximum design pitch of the propeller;"

2 The word "and" at the end of paragraph 4.2 is deleted and the following new text is added: "where it is impractical to demonstrate compliance with this requirement during sea

trials with the ship at its deepest seagoing draught and running ahead at one half of the speed corresponding to the number of maximum continuous revolutions of the main engine and maximum design pitch or 7 knots, whichever is greater, ships regardless of date of construction, including those constructed before





1 January 2009, may demonstrate compliance with this requirement by one of the following methods:

.1 during sea trials the ship is at even keel and the rudder fully

submerged whilst running ahead at one half of the speed corresponding to the number of maximum continuous revolutions of the main engine and maximum design pitch or 7 knots, whichever is greater; or

.2 where full rudder immersion during sea trials cannot be achieved,

an appropriate ahead speed shall be calculated using the submerged rudder blade area in the proposed sea trial loading condition. The calculated ahead speed shall result in a force and torque applied to the auxiliary steering gear which is at least as great as if it was being tested with the ship at its deepest seagoing draught and running ahead at one half of the speed corresponding to the number of maximum continuous revolutions of the main engine and maximum design pitch or 7 knots, whichever is greater; or

.3 the rudder force and torque at the sea trial loading condition have

been reliably predicted and extrapolated to the full load condition; and"

CHAPTER II-2 CONSTRUCTION – PROTECTION, FIRE DETECTION AND FIRE EXTINCTION

Part A

General Regulation 1 – Application 3 The following three new paragraphs are added after paragraph 2.5:

"2.6 Vehicle carriers constructed before 1 January 2016, including those constructed before 1 July 2012, shall comply with paragraph 2.2 of regulation 20-1, as adopted by resolution MSC.365(93). 2.7 Tankers constructed before 1 January 2016, including those constructed before 1 July 2012, shall comply with regulation 16.3.3 except 16.3.3.3. 2.8 Regulations 4.5.5.1.1 and 4.5.5.1.3 apply to ships constructed on or after 1 January 2002 but before 1 January 2016, and regulation 4.5.5.2.1 applies to all ships constructed before 1 January 2016."

Regulation 3 – Definitions 4 The following three new paragraphs are added after paragraph 53:

"54 Fire damper is, for the purpose of implementing regulation 9.7 adopted by resolution MSC.365(93), as may be amended, a device installed in a ventilation duct, which under normal conditions remains open allowing flow in the duct, and is





closed during a fire, preventing the flow in the duct to restrict the passage of fire. In using the above definition the following terms may be associated:

.1 automatic fire damper is a fire damper that closes independently in response to exposure to fire products;

.2 manual fire damper is a fire damper that is intended to be opened

or closed by the crew by hand at the damper itself; and .3 remotely operated fire damper is a fire damper that is closed by

the crew through a control located at a distance away from the controlled damper.

55 Smoke damper is, for the purpose of implementing regulation 9.7 adopted by resolution MSC.365(93), as may be amended, a device installed in a ventilation duct, which under normal conditions remains open allowing flow in the duct, and is closed during a fire, preventing the flow in the duct to restrict the passage of smoke and hot gases. A smoke damper is not expected to contribute to the integrity of a fire rated division penetrated by a ventilation duct. In using the above definition the following terms may be associated:

.1 automatic smoke damper is a smoke damper that closes independently in response to exposure to smoke or hot gases;

.2 manual smoke damper is a smoke damper intended to be opened or closed by the crew by hand at the damper itself; and

.3 remotely operated smoke damper is a smoke damper that is

closed by the crew through a control located at a distance away from the controlled damper.

56 Vehicle carrier means a cargo ship with multi deck ro-ro spaces designed for the carriage of empty cars and trucks as cargo."

Part B Prevention of fire and explosion

Regulation 4 – Probability of ignition 5 Paragraph 5.5 is replaced with the following:

"5.5 Inert gas systems 5.5.1 Application 5.5.1.1 For tankers of 20,000 tonnes deadweight and upwards constructed on or after 1 July 2002 but before 1 January 2016, the protection of the cargo tanks shall be achieved by a fixed inert gas system in accordance with the requirements of the Fire Safety Systems Code, as adopted by resolution MSC.98(73), except that the Administration may accept other equivalent systems or arrangements, as described in paragraph 5.5.4. 5.5.1.2 For tankers of 8,000 tonnes deadweight and upwards constructed on or after 1 January 2016 when carrying cargoes described in regulation 1.6.1 or 1.6.2, the protection of the cargo tanks shall be achieved by a fixed inert gas system





in accordance with the requirements of the Fire Safety Systems Code, except that the Administration may accept other equivalent systems or arrangements, as described in paragraph 5.5.4. 5.5.1.3 Tankers operating with a cargo tank cleaning procedure using crude oil washing shall be fitted with an inert gas system complying with the Fire Safety Systems Code and with fixed tank washing machines. However, inert gas systems fitted on tankers constructed on or after 1 July 2002 but before 1 January 2016 shall comply with the Fire Safety Systems Code, as adopted by resolution MSC.98(73). 5.5.1.4 Tankers required to be fitted with inert gas systems shall comply with the following provisions:

.1 double-hull spaces shall be fitted with suitable connections for the supply of inert gas;

.2 where hull spaces are connected to a permanently fitted inert gas

distribution system, means shall be provided to prevent hydrocarbon gases from the cargo tanks entering the double hull spaces through the system; and

.3 where such spaces are not permanently connected to an inert gas

distribution system, appropriate means shall be provided to allow connection to the inert gas main.

5.5.2 Inert gas systems of chemical tankers and gas carriers 5.5.2.1 The requirements for inert gas systems contained in the Fire Safety Systems Code need not be applied to chemical tankers constructed before 1 January 2016, including those constructed before 1 July 2012, and all gas carriers:

.1 when carrying cargoes described in regulation 1.6.1, provided that they comply with the requirements for inert gas systems on chemical tankers established by the Administration, based on the guidelines developed by the Organization*; or

.2 when carrying flammable cargoes other than crude oil or

petroleum products such as cargoes listed in chapters 17 and 18 of the International Bulk Chemical Code, provided that the capacity of tanks used for their carriage does not exceed 3,000 m3 and the individual nozzle capacities of tank washing machines do not exceed 17.5 m3/h and the total combined throughput from the number of machines in use in a cargo tank at any one time does not exceed 110 m3/h. _____________ * Refer to the Regulation for inert gas systems on chemical tankers,

adopted by the Organization by resolution A.567(14), and Corr.1. 5.5.3 General requirements for inert gas systems 5.5.3.1 The inert gas system shall be capable of inerting, purging and gas-freeing empty tanks and maintaining the atmosphere in cargo tanks with the required oxygen content. 5.5.3.2 Tankers fitted with a fixed inert gas system shall be provided with a closed ullage system.





5.5.4 Requirements for equivalent systems 5.5.4.1 The Administration may, after having given consideration to the ship's arrangement and equipment, accept other fixed installations, in accordance with regulation I/5 and paragraph 5.5.4.3. 5.5.4.2 For tankers of 8,000 tonnes deadweight and upwards but less than 20,000 tonnes deadweight constructed on or after 1 January 2016, in lieu of fixed installations as required by paragraph 5.5.4.1, the Administration may accept other equivalent arrangements or means of protection in accordance with regulation I/5 and paragraph 5.5.4.3.

5.5.4.3 Equivalent systems or arrangements shall:

.1 be capable of preventing dangerous accumulations of explosive mixtures in intact cargo tanks during normal service throughout the ballast voyage and necessary in-tank operations; and

.2 be so designed as to minimize the risk of ignition from the

generation of static electricity by the system itself."

Part C

Suppression of fire Regulation 9 – Containment of fire 6 Paragraph 7 is replaced with the following:

"7 Ventilation systems

(This paragraph applies to ships constructed on or after 1 January 2016)

7.1 General

7.1.1 Ventilation ducts, including single and double wall ducts, shall be of steel or equivalent material except flexible bellows of short length not exceeding 600 mm used for connecting fans to the ducting in air-conditioning rooms. Unless expressly provided otherwise in paragraph 7.1.6, any other material used in the construction of ducts, including insulation, shall also be non-combustible. However, short ducts, not generally exceeding 2 m in length and with a free cross-sectional area* not exceeding 0.02 m2, need not be of steel or equivalent material, subject to the following conditions:

.1 the ducts shall be made of non-combustible material, which may be

faced internally and externally with membranes having low flame-spread characteristics and, in each case, a calorific value** not exceeding 45 MJ/m2 of their surface area for the thickness used;

.2 the ducts are only used at the end of the ventilation device; and .3 the ducts are not situated less than 600 mm, measured along the

duct, from an opening in an "A" or "B" class division, including continuous "B" class ceiling.





7.1.2 The following arrangements shall be tested in accordance with the Fire Test Procedures Code:

.1 fire dampers, including their relevant means of operation, however,

the testing is not required for dampers located at the lower end of the duct in exhaust ducts for galley ranges, which must be of steel and capable of stopping the draught in the duct; and

.2 duct penetrations through "A" class divisions. However, the test is

not required where steel sleeves are directly joined to ventilation ducts by means of riveted or screwed connections or by welding.

7.1.3 Fire dampers shall be easily accessible. Where they are placed behind ceilings or linings, these ceilings or linings shall be provided with an inspection hatch on which the identification number of the fire damper is marked. The fire damper identification number shall also be marked on any remote controls provided. 7.1.4 Ventilation ducts shall be provided with hatches for inspection and cleaning. The hatches shall be located near the fire dampers.

7.1.5 The main inlets and outlets of ventilation systems shall be capable of being closed from outside the spaces being ventilated. The means of closing shall be easily accessible as well as prominently and permanently marked and shall indicate the operating position of the closing device. 7.1.6 Combustible gaskets in flanged ventilation duct connections are not permitted within 600 mm of openings in "A" or "B" class divisions and in ducts required to be of "A" class construction. 7.1.7 Ventilation openings or air balance ducts between two enclosed spaces shall not be provided except as permitted by paragraphs 4.1.2.1 and 4.2.3. ____________ * The term free cross-sectional area means, even in the case of a pre-insulated duct, the area

calculated on the basis of the inner dimensions of the duct itself and not the insulation. ** Refer to the recommendations published by the International Organization for Standardization,

in particular publication ISO 1716:2002, Reaction to the fire tests for building products – Determination of the heat of combustion.

7.2 Arrangement of ducts

7.2.1 The ventilation systems for machinery spaces of category A, vehicle spaces, ro-ro spaces, galleys, special category spaces and cargo spaces shall, in general, be separated from each other and from the ventilation systems serving other spaces. However, the galley ventilation systems on cargo ships of less than 4,000 gross tonnage and in passenger ships carrying not more than 36 passengers need not be completely separated from other ventilation systems, but may be served by separate ducts from a ventilation unit serving other spaces. In such a case, an automatic fire damper shall be fitted in the galley ventilation duct near the ventilation unit. 7.2.2 Ducts provided for the ventilation of machinery spaces of category A, galleys, vehicle spaces, ro-ro spaces or special category spaces shall not pass through accommodation spaces, service spaces, or control stations unless they comply with paragraph 7.2.4.





7.2.3 Ducts provided for the ventilation of accommodation spaces, service spaces or control stations shall not pass through machinery spaces of category A, galleys, vehicle spaces, ro-ro spaces or special category spaces unless they comply with paragraph 7.2.4. 7.2.4 As permitted by paragraphs 7.2.2 and 7.2.3 ducts shall be either:

.1 constructed of steel having a thickness of at least 3 mm for ducts

with a free cross-sectional area of less than 0.075 m2, at least 4 mm for ducts with a free cross-sectional area of between 0.075 m2 and 0.45 m2, and at least 5 mm for ducts with a free cross-sectional area of over 0.45 m2;

.2 suitably supported and stiffened; .3 fitted with automatic fire dampers close to the boundaries

penetrated; and .4 insulated to "A-60" class standard from the boundaries of the

spaces they serve to a point at least 5 m beyond each fire damper;

or

.1 constructed of steel in accordance with paragraphs 7.2.4.1.1 and 7.2.4.1.2; and

.2 insulated to "A-60" class standard throughout the spaces they

pass through, except for ducts that pass through spaces of category (9) or (10) as defined in paragraph 2.2.3.2.2.

7.2.5 For the purposes of paragraphs 7.2.4.1.4 and 7.2.4.2.2, ducts shall be insulated over their entire cross-sectional external surface. Ducts that are outside but adjacent to the specified space, and share one or more surfaces with it, shall be considered to pass through the specified space, and shall be insulated over the surface they share with the space for a distance of 450 mm past the duct*. 7.2.6 Where it is necessary that a ventilation duct passes through a main vertical zone division, an automatic fire damper shall be fitted adjacent to the division. The damper shall also be capable of being manually closed from each side of the division. The control location shall be readily accessible and be clearly and prominently marked. The duct between the division and the damper shall be constructed of steel in accordance with paragraphs 7.2.4.1.1 and 7.2.4.1.2 and insulated to at least the same fire integrity as the division penetrated. The damper shall be fitted on at least one side of the division with a visible indicator showing the operating position of the damper. ______________ * Sketches of such arrangements are contained in the Unified Interpretations of SOLAS

chapter II-2 (MSC.1/Circ.1276).





7.3 Details of fire dampers and duct penetrations

7.3.1 Ducts passing through "A" class divisions shall meet the following requirements:

.1 where a thin plated duct with a free cross sectional area equal to,

or less than, 0.02 m2 passes through "A" class divisions, the opening shall be fitted with a steel sheet sleeve having a thickness of at least 3 mm and a length of at least 200 mm, divided preferably into 100 mm on each side of a bulkhead or, in the case of a deck, wholly laid on the lower side of the decks penetrated;

.2 where ventilation ducts with a free cross-sectional area

exceeding 0.02 m2, but not more than 0.075 m2, pass through "A" class divisions, the openings shall be lined with steel sheet sleeves. The ducts and sleeves shall have a thickness of at least 3 mm and a length of at least 900 mm. When passing through bulkheads, this length shall be divided preferably into 450 mm on each side of the bulkhead. These ducts, or sleeves lining such ducts, shall be provided with fire insulation. The insulation shall have at least the same fire integrity as the division through which the duct passes; and

.3 automatic fire dampers shall be fitted in all ducts with a free

cross-sectional area exceeding 0.075 m2 that pass through "A" class divisions. Each damper shall be fitted close to the division penetrated and the duct between the damper and the division penetrated shall be constructed of steel in accordance with paragraphs 7.2.4.2.1 and 7.2.4.2.2. The fire damper shall operate automatically, but shall also be capable of being closed manually from both sides of the division. The damper shall be fitted with a visible indicator which shows the operating position of the damper. Fire dampers are not required, however, where ducts pass through spaces surrounded by "A" class divisions, without serving those spaces, provided those ducts have the same fire integrity as the divisions which they penetrate. A duct of cross-sectional area exceeding 0.075 m2 shall not be divided into smaller ducts at the penetration of an "A" class division and then recombined into the original duct once through the division to avoid installing the damper required by this provision.

7.3.2 Ventilation ducts with a free cross-sectional area exceeding 0.02 m2 passing through "B" class bulkheads shall be lined with steel sheet sleeves of 900 mm in length, divided preferably into 450 mm on each side of the bulkheads unless the duct is of steel for this length. 7.3.3 All fire dampers shall be capable of manual operation. The dampers shall have a direct mechanical means of release or, alternatively, be closed by electrical, hydraulic, or pneumatic operation. All dampers shall be manually operable from both sides of the division. Automatic fire dampers, including those capable of remote operation, shall have a failsafe mechanism that will close the damper in a fire even upon loss of electrical power or hydraulic or pneumatic pressure loss. Remotely operated fire dampers shall be capable of being reopened manually at the damper.





7.4 Ventilation systems for passenger ships carrying more than 36 passengers

7.4.1 In addition to the requirements in sections 7.1, 7.2 and 7.3, the ventilation system of a passenger ship carrying more than 36 passengers shall also meet the following requirements.

7.4.2 In general, the ventilation fans shall be so arranged that the ducts reaching the various spaces remain within a main vertical zone.

7.4.3 Stairway enclosures shall be served by an independent ventilation fan and duct system (exhaust and supply) which shall not serve any other spaces in the ventilation systems. 7.4.4 A duct, irrespective of its cross-section, serving more than one 'tween-deck accommodation space, service space or control station, shall be fitted, near the penetration of each deck of such spaces, with an automatic smoke damper that shall also be capable of being closed manually from the protected deck above the damper. Where a fan serves more than one 'tween-deck space through separate ducts within a main vertical zone, each dedicated to a single 'tween-deck space, each duct shall be provided with a manually operated smoke damper fitted close to the fan. 7.4.5 Vertical ducts shall, if necessary, be insulated as required by tables 9.1 and 9.2. Ducts shall be insulated as required for decks between the space they serve and the space being considered, as applicable.

7.5 Exhaust ducts from galley ranges 7.5.1 Requirements for passenger ships carrying more than 36 passengers

7.5.1.1 In addition to the requirements in sections 7.1, 7.2 and 7.3, exhaust ducts from galley ranges shall be constructed in accordance with paragraphs 7.2.4.2.1 and 7.2.4.2.2 and insulated to "A-60" class standard throughout accommodation spaces, service spaces, or control stations they pass through. They shall also be fitted with:

.1 a grease trap readily removable for cleaning unless an alternative

approved grease removal system is fitted; .2 a fire damper located in the lower end of the duct at the junction

between the duct and the galley range hood which is automatically and remotely operated and, in addition, a remotely operated fire damper located in the upper end of the duct close to the outlet of the duct;

.3 a fixed means for extinguishing a fire within the duct*; .4 remote-control arrangements for shutting off the exhaust fans

and supply fans, for operating the fire dampers mentioned in paragraph 7.5.1.1.2 and for operating the fire-extinguishing system, which shall be placed in a position outside the galley close to the entrance to the galley. Where a multi-branch system is installed, a remote means located with the above controls shall be provided to close all branches exhausting through the same main duct before an extinguishing medium is released into the system; and





.5 suitably located hatches for inspection and cleaning, including one provided close to the exhaust fan and one fitted in the lower end where grease accumulates.

7.5.1.2 Exhaust ducts from ranges for cooking equipment installed on open decks shall conform to paragraph 7.5.1.1, as applicable, when passing through accommodation spaces or spaces containing combustible materials. _____________ * Refer to the recommendations published by the International Organization for Standardization,

in particular publication ISO 15371:2009, Ships and marine technology – Fire-extinguishing systems for protection of galley cooking equipment.

7.5.2 Requirements for cargo ships and passenger ships carrying not more

than 36 passengers When passing through accommodation spaces or spaces containing combustible materials, the exhaust ducts from galley ranges shall be constructed in accordance with paragraphs 7.2.4.1.1 and 7.2.4.1.2. Each exhaust duct shall be fitted with:

.1 a grease trap readily removable for cleaning; .2 an automatically and remotely operated fire damper located in the

lower end of the duct at the junction between the duct and the galley range hood and, in addition, a remotely operated fire damper in the upper end of the duct close to the outlet of the duct;

.3 arrangements, operable from within the galley, for shutting off the

exhaust and supply fans; and .4 fixed means for extinguishing a fire within the duct.* _____________ * Refer to the recommendations published by the International Organization for

Standardization, in particular publication ISO 15371:2009, Ships and marine technology – Fire-extinguishing systems for protection of galley cooking equipment.

7.6 Ventilation rooms serving machinery spaces of category A containing

internal combustion machinery 7.6.1 Where a ventilation room serves only such an adjacent machinery space and there is no fire division between the ventilation room and the machinery space, the means for closing the ventilation duct or ducts serving the machinery space shall be located outside of the ventilation room and machinery space. 7.6.2 Where a ventilation room serves such a machinery space as well as other spaces and is separated from the machinery space by a "A-0" class division, including penetrations, the means for closing the ventilation duct or ducts for the machinery space can be located in the ventilation room. 7.7 Ventilation systems for laundries in passenger ships carrying more

than 36 passengers

Exhaust ducts from laundries and drying rooms of category (13) spaces as defined in paragraph 2.2.3.2.2 shall be fitted with:

.1 filters readily removable for cleaning purposes;





.2 a fire damper located in the lower end of the duct which is automatically and remotely operated;

.3 remote-control arrangements for shutting off the exhaust fans and

supply fans from within the space and for operating the fire damper mentioned in paragraph 7.7.2; and

.4 suitably located hatches for inspection and cleaning."

Regulation 10 – Firefighting 7 Paragraph 1 is replaced with the following:

"1 Purpose 1.1 The purpose of this regulation is to suppress and swiftly extinguish a fire in the space of origin, except for paragraph 1.2. For this purpose, the following functional requirements shall be met:

.1 fixed fire-extinguishing systems shall be installed having due regard to the fire growth potential of the protected spaces; and

.2 fire-extinguishing appliances shall be readily available.

1.2 For open-top container holds* and on deck container stowage areas on ships designed to carry containers on or above the weather deck, constructed on or after 1 January 2016, fire protection arrangements shall be provided for the purpose of containing a fire in the space or area of origin and cooling adjacent areas to prevent fire spread and structural damage. ____________ * For a definition of this term, refer to the Interim guidelines for open-top containerships

(MSC/Circ.608/Rev.1)." 8 In paragraph 2.1.3, the words ", other than those included in paragraph 7.3.2," are added between the words "cargo ships" and "the diameter". 9 In paragraph 2.2.4.1.2, the words ", other than those included in paragraph 7.3.2," are added between the words "cargo ship" and "need". 10 The following new paragraph is added after paragraph 7.2:

"7.3 Firefighting for ships constructed on or after 1 January 2016 designed to carry containers on or above the weather deck

7.3.1 Ships shall carry, in addition to the equipment and arrangements required by paragraphs 1 and 2, at least one water mist lance. 7.3.1.1 The water mist lance shall consist of a tube with a piercing nozzle which is capable of penetrating a container wall and producing water mist inside a confined space (container, etc.) when connected to the fire main.





7.3.2 Ships designed to carry five or more tiers of containers on or above the weather deck shall carry, in addition to the requirements of paragraph 7.3.1, mobile water monitors* as follows:

.1 ships with breadth less than 30 m: at least two mobile water

monitors; or .2 ships with breadth of 30 m or more: at least four mobile water

monitors.

7.3.2.1 The mobile water monitors, all necessary hoses, fittings and required fixing hardware shall be kept ready for use in a location outside the cargo space area not likely to be cut-off in the event of a fire in the cargo spaces. 7.3.2.2 A sufficient number of fire hydrants shall be provided such that:

.1 all provided mobile water monitors can be operated simultaneously

for creating effective water barriers forward and aft of each container bay;

.2 the two jets of water required by paragraph 2.1.5.1 can be

supplied at the pressure required by paragraph 2.1.6; and .3 each of the required mobile water monitors can be supplied by

separate hydrants at the pressure necessary to reach the top tier of containers on deck.

7.3.2.3 The mobile water monitors may be supplied by the fire main, provided the capacity of fire pumps and fire main diameter are adequate to simultaneously operate the mobile water monitors and two jets of water from fire hoses at the required pressure values. If carrying dangerous goods, the capacity of fire pumps and fire main diameter shall also comply with regulation 19.3.1.5, as far as applicable to on-deck cargo areas. 7.3.2.4 The operational performance of each mobile water monitor shall be tested during initial survey on board the ship to the satisfaction of the Administration. The test shall verify that:

.1 the mobile water monitor can be securely fixed to the ship structure ensuring safe and effective operation; and

.2 the mobile water monitor jet reaches the top tier of containers with

all required monitors and water jets from fire hoses operated simultaneously.

________________ * Refer to the Guidelines for the design, performance, testing and approval of mobile water

monitors used for the protection of on-deck cargo areas of ships designed and constructed to

carry five or more tiers of containers on or above the weather deck (MSC.1/Circ.1472)."





Part D Escape

Regulation 13 – Means of escape 11 The following two new paragraphs are added after paragraph 4.1.4:

"4.1.5 Inclined ladders and stairways For ships constructed on or after 1 January 2016, all inclined ladders/stairways fitted to comply with paragraph 4.1.1 with open treads in machinery spaces being part of or providing access to escape routes but not located within a protected enclosure shall be made of steel. Such ladders/stairways shall be fitted with steel shields attached to their undersides, such as to provide escaping personnel protection against heat and flame from beneath.

4.1.6 Escape from main workshops within machinery spaces For ships constructed on or after 1 January 2016, two means of escape shall be provided from the main workshop within a machinery space. At least one of these escape routes shall provide a continuous fire shelter to a safe position outside the machinery space."

12 The following three new paragraphs are added after paragraph 4.2.3: "4.2.4 Inclined ladders and stairways For ships constructed on or after 1 January 2016, all inclined ladders/stairways fitted to comply with paragraph 4.2.1 with open treads in machinery spaces being part of or providing access to escape routes but not located within a protected enclosure shall be made of steel. Such ladders/stairways shall be fitted with steel shields attached to their undersides, such as to provide escaping personnel protection against heat and flame from beneath. 4.2.5 Escape from machinery control rooms in machinery spaces of category "A" For ships constructed on or after 1 January 2016, two means of escape shall be provided from the machinery control room located within a machinery space. At least one of these escape routes shall provide a continuous fire shelter to a safe position outside the machinery space. 4.2.6 Escape from main workshops in machinery spaces of category "A" For ships constructed on or after 1 January 2016, two means of escape shall be provided from the main workshop within a machinery space. At least one of these escape routes shall provide a continuous fire shelter to a safe position outside the machinery space."





Part E Operational requirements

Regulation 16 – Operations

13 The following new paragraph is added after paragraph 3.2:

"3.3 Operation of inert gas system 3.3.1 The inert gas system for tankers required in accordance with regulation 4.5.5.1 shall be so operated as to render and maintain the atmosphere of the cargo tanks non-flammable, except when such tanks are required to be gas-free. 3.3.2 Notwithstanding the above, for chemical tankers, the application of inert gas, may take place after the cargo tank has been loaded, but before commencement of unloading and shall continue to be applied until that cargo tank has been purged of all flammable vapours before gas-freeing. Only nitrogen is acceptable as inert gas under this provision. 3.3.3 Notwithstanding regulation 1.2.2.2, the provisions of this paragraph shall only apply to tankers constructed on or after 1 January 2016. If the oxygen content of the inert gas exceeds 5% by volume, immediate action shall be taken to improve the gas quality. Unless the quality of the gas improves, all operations in those cargo tanks to which inert gas is being supplied shall be suspended so as to avoid air being drawn into the cargo tanks, the gas regulating valve, if fitted, shall be closed and the off-specification gas shall be vented to atmosphere. 3.3.4 In the event that the inert gas system is unable to meet the requirement in paragraph 16.3.3.1 and it has been assessed that it is impractical to effect a repair, then cargo discharge and cleaning of those cargo tanks requiring inerting shall only be resumed when suitable emergency procedures have been followed, taking into account guidelines developed by the Organization*. _________________ * Refer to the Clarification of inert gas system requirements under the Convention

(MSC/Circ.485) and to the Revised Guidelines for inert gas systems (MSC/Circ.353), as amended by MSC/Circ.387."





Part G Special requirements

Regulation 20 – Protection of vehicle, special category and ro-ro spaces 14 In paragraph 3.1.4.2, the words "9.7.2.1.1 and 9.7.2.1.2" are replaced with "9.7.2.4.1.1 and 9.7.2.4.1.2". New regulation 20-1 – Requirements for vehicle carriers carrying motor vehicles with compressed hydrogen or natural gas in their tanks for their own propulsion as cargo 15 The following new regulation 20-1 is added after regulation 20:

"Regulation 20-1 – Requirements for vehicle carriers carrying motor vehicles with compressed hydrogen or natural gas in their tanks for their own propulsion as cargo 1 Purpose The purpose of this regulation is to provide additional safety measures in order to address the fire safety objectives of this chapter for vehicle carriers with vehicle and ro-ro spaces intended for carriage of motor vehicles with compressed hydrogen or compressed natural gas in their tanks for their own propulsion as cargo.

2 Application 2.1 In addition to complying with the requirements of regulation 20, as appropriate, vehicle spaces of vehicle carriers constructed on or after 1 January 2016 intended for the carriage of motor vehicles with compressed hydrogen or compressed natural gas in their tanks for their own propulsion as cargo shall comply with the requirements in paragraphs 3 to 5 of this regulation. 2.2 In addition to complying with the requirements of regulation 20, as appropriate, vehicle carriers constructed before 1 January 2016, including those constructed before 1 July 2012*, shall comply with the requirements in paragraph 5 of this regulation. ____________ * Refer to the Recommendation on safety measures for existing vehicle carriers carrying motor

vehicles with compressed hydrogen or natural gas in their tanks for their own propulsion as cargo (MSC.1/Circ.1471).

3 Requirements for spaces intended for carriage of motor vehicles with

compressed natural gas in their tanks for their own propulsion as cargo 3.1 Electrical equipment and wiring All electrical equipment and wiring shall be of a certified safe type for use in an explosive methane and air mixture*. ____________ * Refer to the recommendations of the International Electrotechnical Commission, in particular,

publication IEC 60079.





3.2 Ventilation arrangement 3.2.1 Electrical equipment and wiring, if installed in any ventilation duct, shall be of a certified safe type for use in explosive methane and air mixtures. 3.2.2 The fans shall be such as to avoid the possibility of ignition of methane and air mixtures. Suitable wire mesh guards shall be fitted over inlet and outlet ventilation openings. 3.3 Other ignition sources Other equipment which may constitute a source of ignition of methane and air mixtures shall not be permitted. 4 Requirements for spaces intended for carriage of motor vehicles with

compressed hydrogen in their tanks for their own propulsion as cargo 4.1 Electrical equipment and wiring All electrical equipment and wiring shall be of a certified safe type for use in an explosive hydrogen and air mixture*. ____________ * Refer to the recommendations of the International Electrotechnical Commission, in particular,

publication IEC 60079. 4.2 Ventilation arrangement 4.2.1 Electrical equipment and wiring, if installed in any ventilation duct, shall be of a certified safe type for use in explosive hydrogen and air mixtures and the outlet from any exhaust duct shall be sited in a safe position, having regard to other possible sources of ignition. 4.2.2 The fans shall be designed such as to avoid the possibility of ignition of hydrogen and air mixtures. Suitable wire mesh guards shall be fitted over inlet and outlet ventilation openings. 4.3 Other ignition sources Other equipment which may constitute a source of ignition of hydrogen and air mixtures shall not be permitted. 5 Detection When a vehicle carrier carries as cargo one or more motor vehicles with either compressed hydrogen or compressed natural gas in their tanks for their own propulsion, at least two portable gas detectors shall be provided. Such detectors shall be suitable for the detection of the gas fuel and be of a certified safe type for use in the explosive gas and air mixture."

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ANNEX 2



THE MARITIME SAFETY COMMITTEE, RECALLING Article 28(b) of the Convention on the International Maritime Organization concerning the functions of the Committee, RECALLING ALSO article VIII(b) of the International Convention for the Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS), 1974 (hereinafter referred to as "the Convention"), concerning the amendment procedure applicable to the annex to the Convention, other than to the provisions of chapter I thereof, RECALLING FURTHER that the Assembly, by resolution A.1070(28), adopted the IMO Instruments Implementation Code (III Code), NOTING proposed amendments to the Convention to make the use of the III Code mandatory, HAVING CONSIDERED, at its ninety-third session, amendments to the Convention, proposed and circulated in accordance with article VIII(b)(i) thereof, 1 ADOPTS, in accordance with article VIII(b)(iv) of the Convention, amendments to the Convention, the text of which is set out in the annex to the present resolution; 2 DETERMINES that, pursuant to new regulation 2 of chapter XIII, whenever the word "should" is used in the III Code (Annex to resolution A.1070(28)), it is to be read as being "shall", except for paragraphs 29, 30, 31 and 32; 3 DETERMINES ALSO, in accordance with article VIII(b)(vi)(2)(bb) of the Convention, that the said amendments shall be deemed to have been accepted on 1 July 2015, unless, prior to that date, more than one third of the Contracting Governments to the Convention or Contracting Governments the combined merchant fleets of which constitute not less than 50% of the gross tonnage of the world's merchant fleet, have notified their objections to the amendments; 4 INVITES SOLAS Contracting Governments to note that, in accordance with article VIII(b)(vii)(2) of the Convention, the amendments shall enter into force on 1 January 2016 upon their acceptance in accordance with paragraph 2 above; 5 REQUESTS the Secretary-General, in conformity with article VIII(b)(v) of the Convention, to transmit certified copies of the present resolution and the text of the amendments contained in the annex to all Contracting Governments to the Convention; 6 ALSO REQUESTS the Secretary-General to transmit copies of this resolution and its annex to Members of the Organization which are not Contracting Governments to the Convention.





ANNEX


CHAPTER XIII VERIFICATION OF COMPLIANCE

A new chapter XIII is added after the existing chapter XII, as follows:

"CHAPTER XIII

VERIFICATION OF COMPLIANCE

Regulation 1 – Definitions 1 Audit means a systematic, independent and documented process for obtaining audit evidence and evaluating it objectively to determine the extent to which audit criteria are fulfilled. 2 Audit Scheme means the IMO Member State Audit Scheme established by the Organization and taking into account the guidelines developed by the Organization*. 3 Code for Implementation means the IMO Instruments Implementation Code (III Code) adopted by the Organization by resolution A.1070(28). 4 Audit Standard means the Code for Implementation. ________________ * Refer to the Framework and Procedures for the IMO Member State Audit Scheme, adopted by

the Organization by resolution A.1067(28). Regulation 2 – Application

Contracting Governments shall use the provisions of the Code for Implementation in the execution of their obligations and responsibilities contained in the present Convention.

Regulation 3 – Verification of compliance 1 Every Contracting Government shall be subject to periodic audits by the Organization in accordance with the audit standard to verify compliance with and implementation of the present Convention. 2 The Secretary-General of the Organization shall have responsibility for administering the Audit Scheme, based on the guidelines developed by the Organization*. 3 Every Contracting Government shall have responsibility for facilitating the conduct of the audit and implementation of a programme of actions to address the findings, based on the guidelines adopted by the Organization*.





4 Audit of all Contracting Governments shall be:

.1 based on an overall schedule developed by the Secretary-General of the Organization, taking into account the guidelines developed by the Organization*; and

.2 conducted at periodic intervals, taking into account the guidelines

developed by the Organization*. ________________ * Refer to the Framework and Procedures for the IMO Member State Audit Scheme,

adopted by the Organization by resolution A.1067(28)."

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AMENDMENTS TO THE INTERNATIONAL CODE FOR FIRE SAFETY SYSTEMS (FSS CODE)



ANNEX 3


AMENDMENTS TO THE INTERNATIONAL CODE

FOR FIRE SAFETY SYSTEMS (FSS CODE) THE MARITIME SAFETY COMMITTEE, RECALLING Article 28(b) of the Convention on the International Maritime Organization concerning the functions of the Committee, NOTING resolution MSC.98(73), by which it adopted the International Code for Fire Safety Systems (hereinafter referred to as "the FSS Code"), which has become mandatory under chapter II-2 of the International Convention for the Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS), 1974 (hereinafter referred to as "the Convention"),

NOTING ALSO article VIII(b) and regulation II-2/3.22 of the Convention concerning the procedure for amending the FSS Code, HAVING CONSIDERED, at its ninety-third session, amendments to the FSS Code proposed and circulated in accordance with article VIII(b)(i) of the Convention, 1 ADOPTS, in accordance with article VIII(b)(iv) of the Convention, amendments to the FSS Code, the text of which is set out in the annex to the present resolution; 2 DETERMINES, in accordance with article VIII(b)(vi)(2)(bb) of the Convention, that the amendments shall be deemed to have been accepted on 1 July 2015 unless, prior to that date, more than one third of the Contracting Governments to the Convention or Contracting Governments the combined merchant fleets of which constitute not less than 50% of the gross tonnage of the world's merchant fleet, have notified their objections to the amendments; 3 INVITES Contracting Governments to note that, in accordance with article VIII(b)(vii)(2) of the Convention, the amendments shall enter into force on 1 January 2016 upon their acceptance in accordance with paragraph 2 above; 4 REQUESTS the Secretary-General, in conformity with article VIII(b)(v) of the Convention, to transmit certified copies of the present resolution and the text of the amendments contained in the annex to all Contracting Governments to the Convention; 5 ALSO REQUESTS the Secretary-General to transmit copies of this resolution and its annex to Members of the Organization, which are not Contracting Governments to the Convention.





ANNEX


CHAPTER 15

INERT GAS SYSTEMS The text of existing chapter 15 is replaced by the following:

"1 Application This chapter details the specifications for inert gas systems as required by chapter II-2 of the Convention. 2 Engineering specifications 2.1 Definitions For the purposes of this chapter: 2.1.1 Cargo tanks means those cargo tanks, including slop tanks, which carry cargoes, or cargo residues, having a flashpoint not exceeding 60ºC. 2.1.2 Inert gas system includes inert gas systems using flue gas, inert gas generators, and nitrogen generators and means the inert gas plant and inert gas distribution together with means for preventing backflow of cargo gases to machinery spaces, fixed and portable measuring instruments and control devices. 2.1.3 Gas-safe space is a space in which the entry of gases would produce hazards with regard to flammability or toxicity. 2.1.4 Gas-free is a condition in a tank where the content of hydrocarbon or other flammable vapour is less than 1% of the lower flammable limit (LFL), the oxygen content is at least 21%, and no toxic gases are present*. ______________ * Refer to the Revised recommendations for entering enclosed spaces aboard ships

(resolution A.1050(27)). 2.2 Requirements for all systems 2.2.1 General

2.2.1.1 The inert gas system referred to in chapter II-2 of the Convention shall be designed, constructed and tested to the satisfaction of the Administration. It shall be designed to be capable of rendering and maintaining the atmosphere of the relevant cargo tanks non-flammable*. ______________ * Refer to the Revised standards for the design, testing and locating of devices to prevent the passage of

flame into cargo tanks in tankers (MSC/Circ.677, as amended by MSC/Circ.1009 and MSC.1/Circ.1324) and the Revised factors to be taken into consideration when designing cargo tank venting and gas-freeing arrangements (MSC/Circ.731).





2.2.1.2 The system shall be capable of:

.1 inerting empty cargo tanks and maintaining the atmosphere in any part of the tank with an oxygen content not exceeding 8% by volume and at a positive pressure in port and at sea except when it is necessary for such a tank to be gas-free;

.2 eliminating the need for air to enter a tank during normal operations

except when it is necessary for such a tank to be gas-free; .3 purging empty cargo tanks of hydrocarbon or other flammable

vapours, so that subsequent gas-freeing operations will at no time create a flammable atmosphere within the tank;

.4 delivering inert gas to the cargo tanks at a rate of at least 125% of

the maximum rate of discharge capacity of the ship expressed as a volume. For chemical tankers and chemical/product tankers, the Administration may accept inert gas systems having a lower delivery capacity provided that the maximum rate of discharge of cargoes from cargo tanks being protected by the system is restricted to not more than 80% of the inert gas capacity; and

.5 delivering inert gas with an oxygen content of not more than 5% by

volume to the cargo tanks at any required rate of flow.

2.2.1.3 Materials used in inert gas systems shall be suitable for their intended purpose. In particular, those components which may be subjected to corrosive action of the gases and/or liquids are to be either constructed of corrosion-resistant material or lined with rubber, glass fibre epoxy resin or other equivalent coating material. 2.2.1.4 The inert gas supply may be:

.1 treated flue gas from main or auxiliary boilers, or .2 gas from an oil or gas-fired gas generator, or .3 gas from nitrogen generators.

The Administration may accept systems using inert gases from one or more separate gas generators or other sources or any combination thereof, provided that an equivalent level of safety is achieved. Such systems shall, as far as practicable, comply with the requirements of this chapter. Systems using stored carbon dioxide shall not be permitted unless the Administration is satisfied that the risk of ignition from generation of static electricity by the system itself is minimized. 2.2.2 Safety measures

2.2.2.1 The inert gas system shall be so designed that the maximum pressure which it can exert on any cargo tank will not exceed the test pressure of any cargo tank. 2.2.2.2 Automatic shutdown of the inert gas system and its components parts shall be arranged on predetermined limits being reached, taking into account the provisions of paragraphs 2.2.4, 2.3.2 and 2.4.2.





2.2.2.3 Suitable shutoff arrangements shall be provided on the discharge outlet of each generator plant. 2.2.2.4 The system shall be designed to ensure that if the oxygen content exceeds 5% by volume, the inert gas shall be automatically vented to atmosphere. 2.2.2.5 Arrangements shall be provided to enable the functioning of the inert gas plant to be stabilized before commencing cargo discharge. If blowers are to be used for gas-freeing, their air inlets shall be provided with blanking arrangements. 2.2.2.6 Where a double block and bleed valve is installed, the system shall ensure upon of loss of power, the block valves are automatically closed and the bleed valve is automatically open. 2.2.3 System components

2.2.3.1 Non-return devices 2.2.3.1.1 At least two non-return devices shall be fitted in order to prevent the return of vapour and liquid to the inert gas plant, or to any gas-safe spaces. 2.2.3.1.2 The first non-return device shall be a deck seal of the wet, semi-wet, or dry type or a double-block and bleed arrangement. Two shut-off valves in series with a venting valve in between, may be accepted provided:

.1 the operation of the valve is automatically executed. Signal(s) for opening/closing is (are) to be taken from the process directly, e.g. inert gas flow or differential pressure; and

.2 alarm for faulty operation of the valves is provided, e.g. the operation

status of "blower stop" and "supply valve(s) open" is an alarm condition.

2.2.3.1.3 The second non-return device shall be a non-return valve or equivalent capable of preventing the return of vapours and liquids and fitted between the deck water seal (or equivalent device) and the first connection from the inert gas main to a cargo tank. It shall be provided with positive means of closure. As an alternative to positive means of closure, an additional valve having such means of closure may be provided between the non-return valve and the first connection to the cargo tanks to isolate the deck water seal, or equivalent device, from the inert gas main to the cargo tanks. 2.2.3.1.4 A water seal, if fitted, shall be capable of being supplied by two separate pumps, each of which shall be capable of maintaining an adequate supply at all times. The audible and visual alarm on the low level of water in the water seal shall operate at all times. 2.2.3.1.5 The arrangement of the water seal, or equivalent devices, and its associated fittings shall be such that it will prevent backflow of vapours and liquids and will ensure the proper functioning of the seal under operating conditions. 2.2.3.1.6 Provision shall be made to ensure that the water seal is protected against freezing, in such a way that the integrity of seal is not impaired by overheating.





2.2.3.1.7 A water loop or other approved arrangement shall also be fitted to each associated water supply and drain pipe and each venting or pressure-sensing pipe leading to gas-safe spaces. Means shall be provided to prevent such loops from being emptied by vacuum. 2.2.3.1.8 Any water seal, or equivalent device, and loop arrangements shall be capable of preventing return of vapours and liquids to an inert gas plant at a pressure equal to the test pressure of the cargo tanks. 2.2.3.1.9 The non-return devices shall be located in the cargo area on deck. 2.2.3.2 Inert gas lines 2.2.3.2.1 The inert gas main may be divided into two or more branches forward of the non-return devices required by paragraph 2.2.3.1. 2.2.3.2.2 The inert gas main shall be fitted with branch piping leading to the cargo tank. Branch piping for inert gas shall be fitted with either stop valves or equivalent means of control for isolating each tank. Where stop valves are fitted, they shall be provided with locking arrangements. The control system shall provide unambiguous information of the operational status of such valves to at least the control panel required in paragraph 2.2.4. 2.2.3.2.3 Each cargo tank not being inerted shall be capable of being separated from the inert gas main by:

.1 removing spool-pieces, valves or other pipe sections, and blanking

the pipe ends; or .2 arrangement of two spectacle flanges in series with provisions for

detecting leakage into the pipe between the two spectacle flanges; or .3 equivalent arrangements to the satisfaction of the Administration,

providing at least the same level of protection.

2.2.3.2.4 Means shall be provided to protect cargo tanks against the effect of overpressure or vacuum caused by thermal variations and/or cargo operations when the cargo tanks are isolated from the inert gas mains. 2.2.3.2.5 Piping systems shall be so designed as to prevent the accumulation of cargo or water in the pipelines under all normal conditions. 2.2.3.2.6 Arrangements shall be provided to enable the inert gas main to be connected to an external supply of inert gas. The arrangements shall consist of a 250 mm nominal pipe size bolted flange, isolated from the inert gas main by a valve and located forward of the non-return valve. The design of the flange should conform to the appropriate class in the standards adopted for the design of other external connections in the ship's cargo piping system. 2.2.3.2.7 If a connection is fitted between the inert gas main and the cargo piping system, arrangements shall be made to ensure an effective isolation having regard to the large pressure difference which may exist between the systems. This shall consist of two shutoff valves with an arrangement to vent the space between the valves in a safe manner or an arrangement consisting of a spool-piece with associated blanks.





2.2.3.2.8 The valve separating the inert gas main from the cargo main and which is on the cargo main side shall be a non-return valve with a positive means of closure. 2.2.3.2.9 Inert gas piping systems shall not pass through accommodation, service and control station spaces. 2.2.3.2.10 In combination carriers, the arrangement to isolate the slop tanks containing oil or oil residues from other tanks shall consist of blank flanges which will remain in position at all times when cargoes other than oil are being carried except as provided for in the relevant section of the guidelines developed by the Organization*.

______________ * Refer to the Revised Guidelines for inert gas systems (MSC/Circ.353), as amended by

MSC/Circ.387.

2.2.4 Indicators and alarms

2.2.4.1 The operation status of the inert gas system shall be indicated in a control panel. 2.2.4.2 Instrumentation shall be fitted for continuously indicating and permanently recording, when inert gas is being supplied:

.1 the pressure of the inert gas mains forward of the non-return

devices; and

.2 the oxygen content of the inert gas.

2.2.4.3 The indicating and recording devices shall be placed in the cargo control room where provided. But where no cargo control room is provided, they shall be placed in a position easily accessible to the officer in charge of cargo operations. 2.2.4.4 In addition, meters shall be fitted:

.1 in the navigating bridge to indicate at all times the pressure

referred to in paragraph 2.2.4.2.1 and the pressure in the slop tanks of combination carriers, whenever those tanks are isolated from the inert gas main; and

.2 in the machinery control room or in the machinery space

to indicate the oxygen content referred to in paragraph 2.2.4.2.2.

2.2.4.5 Audible and visual alarms

2.2.4.5.1 Audible and visual alarms shall be provided, based on the system designed, to indicate:

.1 oxygen content in excess of 5% by volume; .2 failure of the power supply to the indicating devices as referred to in

paragraph 2.2.4.2; .3 gas pressure less than 100 mm water gauge. The alarm arrangement

shall be such as to ensure that the pressure in slop tanks in combination carriers can be monitored at all times;

.4 high-gas pressure; and .5 failure of the power supply to the automatic control system.





2.2.4.5.2 The alarms required in paragraphs 2.2.4.5.1.1, 2.2.4.5.1.3 and 2.2.4.5.1.5 shall be fitted in the machinery space and cargo control room, where provided, but in each case in such a position that they are immediately received by responsible members of the crew. 2.2.4.5.3 An audible alarm system independent of that required in paragraph 2.2.4.5.1.3 or automatic shutdown of cargo pumps shall be provided to operate on predetermined limits of low pressure in the inert gas main being reached. 2.2.4.5.4 Two oxygen sensors shall be positioned at appropriate locations in the space or spaces containing the inert gas system. If the oxygen level falls below 19%, these sensors shall trigger alarms, which shall be both visible and audible inside and outside the space or spaces and shall be placed in such a position that they are immediately received by responsible members of the crew. 2.2.5 Instruction manuals Detailed instruction manuals shall be provided on board, covering the operations, safety and maintenance requirements and occupational health hazards relevant to the inert gas system and its application to the cargo tank system.* The manuals shall include guidance on procedures to be followed in the event of a fault or failure of the inert gas system.

___________ * Refer to the Revised Guidelines for inert gas systems (MSC/Circ.353), as amended by

MSC/Circ.387. 2.3 Requirements for flue gas and inert gas generator systems In addition to the provisions in paragraph 2.2, for inert gas systems using flue gas or inert gas generators, the provisions of this section shall apply. 2.3.1 System requirements 2.3.1.1 Inert gas generators 2.3.1.1.1 Two fuel oil pumps shall be fitted to the inert gas generator. Suitable fuel in sufficient quantity shall be provided for the inert gas generators. 2.3.1.1.2 The inert gas generators shall be located outside the cargo tank area. Spaces containing inert gas generators shall have no direct access to accommodation service or control station spaces, but may be located in machinery spaces. If they are not located in machinery spaces, such a compartment shall be separated by a gastight steel bulkhead and/or deck from accommodation, service and control station spaces. Adequate positive-pressure-type mechanical ventilation shall be provided for such a compartment. 2.3.1.2 Gas regulating valves 2.3.1.2.1 A gas regulating valve shall be fitted in the inert gas main. This valve shall be automatically controlled to close, as required in paragraph 2.2.2.2. It shall also be capable of automatically regulating the flow of inert gas to the cargo tanks unless means are provided to automatically control the inert gas flow rate.





2.3.1.2.2 The gas regulating valve shall be located at the forward bulkhead of the forward most gas-safe space through which the inert gas main passes. 2.3.1.3 Cooling and scrubbing arrangement 2.3.1.3.1 Means shall be fitted which will effectively cool the volume of gas specified in paragraph 2.2.1.2 and remove solids and sulphur combustion products. The cooling water arrangements shall be such that an adequate supply of water will always be available without interfering with any essential services on the ship. Provision shall also be made for an alternative supply of cooling water. 2.3.1.3.2 Filters or equivalent devices shall be fitted to minimize the amount of water carried over to the inert gas blowers. 2.3.1.4 Blowers 2.3.1.4.1 At least two inert gas blowers shall be fitted and be capable of delivering to the cargo tanks at least the volume of gas required by paragraph 2.2.1.2. For systems fitted with inert gas generators the Administration may permit only one blower if that system is capable of delivering the total volume of gas required by paragraph 2.2.1.2 to the cargo tanks, provided that sufficient spares for the blower and its prime mover are carried on board to enable any failure of the blower and its prime mover to be rectified by the ship's crew. 2.3.1.4.2 Where inert gas generators are served by positive displacement blowers, a pressure relief device shall be provided to prevent excess pressure being developed on the discharge side of the blower. 2.3.1.4.3 When two blowers are provided, the total required capacity of the inert gas system shall be divided evenly between the two and in no case is one blower to have a capacity less than 1/3 of the total required. 2.3.1.5 Inert gas isolating valves For systems using flue gas, flue gas isolating valves shall be fitted in the inert gas mains between the boiler uptakes and the flue gas scrubber. These valves shall be provided with indicators to show whether they are open or shut, and precautions shall be taken to maintain them gastight and keep the seatings clear of soot. Arrangements shall be made to ensure that boiler soot blowers cannot be operated when the corresponding flue gas valve is open. 2.3.1.6 Prevention of flue gas leakage 2.3.1.6.1 Special consideration shall be given to the design and location of scrubber and blowers with relevant piping and fittings in order to prevent flue gas leakages into enclosed spaces. 2.3.1.6.2 To permit safe maintenance, an additional water seal or other effective means of preventing flue gas leakage shall be fitted between the flue gas isolating valves and scrubber or incorporated in the gas entry to the scrubber.





2.3.2 Indicators and alarms 2.3.2.1 In addition to the requirements in paragraph 2.2.4.2, means shall be provided for continuously indicating the temperature of the inert gas at the discharge side of the system, whenever it is operating. 2.3.2.2 In addition to the requirements of paragraph 2.2.4.5, audible and visual alarms shall be provided to indicate:

.1 insufficient fuel oil supply to the oil-fired inert gas generator; .2 failure of the power supply to the generator; .3 low water pressure or low water flow rate to the cooling and

scrubbing arrangement; .4 high water level in the cooling and scrubbing arrangement; .5 high gas temperature; .6 failure of the inert gas blowers; and .7 low water level in the water seal.

2.4 Requirements for nitrogen generator systems In addition to the provisions in paragraph 2.2, for inert gas systems using nitrogen generators, the provisions of this section shall apply. 2.4.1 System requirements 2.4.1.1 The system shall be provided with one or more compressors to generate enough positive pressure to be capable of delivering the total volume of gas required by paragraph 2.2.1.2. 2.4.1.2 A feed air treatment system shall be fitted to remove free water, particles and traces of oil from the compressed air. 2.4.1.3 The air compressor and nitrogen generator may be installed in the engine-room or in a separate compartment. A separate compartment and any installed equipment shall be treated as an "Other machinery space" with respect to fire protection. Where a separate compartment is provided for the nitrogen generator, the compartment shall be fitted with an independent mechanical extraction ventilation system providing six air changes per hour. The compartment is to have no direct access to accommodation spaces, service spaces and control stations. 2.4.1.4 Where a nitrogen receiver or a buffer tank is installed, it may be installed in a dedicated compartment, in a separate compartment containing the air compressor and the generator, in the engine room, or in the cargo area. Where the nitrogen receiver or a buffer tank is installed in an enclosed space, the access shall be arranged only from the open deck and the access door shall open outwards. Adequate, independent mechanical ventilation, of the extraction type, shall be provided for such a compartment.





2.4.2 Indicators and alarms 2.4.2.1 In addition to the requirements in paragraph 2.2.4.2, instrumentation is to be provided for continuously indicating the temperature and pressure of air at the suction side of the nitrogen generator. 2.4.2.2 In addition to the requirements in paragraph 2.2.4.5, audible and visual alarms shall be provided to include:

.1 failure of the electric heater, if fitted; .2 low feed-air pressure or flow from the compressor; .3 high-air temperature; and .4 high condensate level at automatic drain of water separator."

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AMENDMENTS TO THE INTERNATIONAL LIFE-SAVING APPLIANCE (LSA) CODE



ANNEX 4


AMENDMENTS TO THE INTERNATIONAL

LIFE-SAVING APPLIANCE (LSA) CODE THE MARITIME SAFETY COMMITTEE, RECALLING Article 28(b) of the Convention on the International Maritime Organization concerning the functions of the Committee, NOTING resolution MSC.88(66), by which it adopted the International Life-Saving Appliance (LSA) Code (hereinafter referred to as "the LSA Code"), which has become mandatory under chapter III of the International Convention for the Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS), 1974 (hereinafter referred to as "the Convention"),

NOTING ALSO article VIII(b) and regulation III/3.10 of the Convention concerning the procedure for amending the LSA Code, HAVING CONSIDERED, at its ninety-third session, amendments to the LSA Code proposed and circulated in accordance with article VIII(b)(i) of the Convention, 1 ADOPTS, in accordance with article VIII(b)(iv) of the Convention, amendments to the LSA Code, the text of which is set out in the annex to the present resolution; 2 DETERMINES, in accordance with article VIII(b)(vi)(2)(bb) of the Convention, that the amendments shall be deemed to have been accepted on 1 July 2015 unless, prior to that date, more than one third of the Contracting Governments to the Convention or Contracting Governments the combined merchant fleets of which constitute not less than 50% of the gross tonnage of the world's merchant fleet, have notified their objections to the amendments; 3 INVITES Contracting Governments to note that, in accordance with article VIII(b)(vii)(2) of the Convention, the amendments shall enter into force on 1 January 2016 upon their acceptance in accordance with paragraph 2 above; 4 REQUESTS the Secretary-General, in conformity with article VIII(b)(v) of the Convention, to transmit certified copies of the present resolution and the text of the amendments contained in the annex to all Contracting Governments to the Convention; 5 ALSO REQUESTS the Secretary-General to transmit copies of this resolution and its annex to Members of the Organization, which are not Contracting Governments to the Convention.





ANNEX


CHAPTER II PERSONAL LIFE-SAVING APPLIANCES

Section 2.2 – Lifejackets 1 Paragraph 2.2.1.6 is amended to read as follows:

"2.2.1.6 When tested according to the recommendations of the Organization on at least 12 persons, adult lifejackets shall have sufficient buoyancy and stability in calm fresh water to:

.1 lift the mouth of exhausted or unconscious persons by an average

height of not less than the average provided by the adult RTD minus 10 mm;

.2 turn the body of unconscious, face down persons in the water to

a position where the mouth is clear of the water in an average time not exceeding that of the RTD plus 1 s, with the number of persons not turned by the lifejacket no greater than that of the RTD;

.3 incline the body backwards from the vertical position for an

average torso angle of not less than that of the RTD minus 10°;

.4 lift the head above horizontal for an average faceplane angle of not less than that of the RTD minus 10°; and

.5 return at least as many wearers to a stable face-up position after

being destabilized when floating in the flexed foetal position as with the RTD when tested on the wearers in the same manner."

2 The following new paragraphs 2.2.1.8.4, 2.2.1.8.5 and 2.2.1.8.6 are added after existing paragraph 2.2.1.8.3 and the word "and" at the end of paragraph 2.2.1.8.2 is deleted: ".4 for infants the jump and drop tests shall be exempted; .5 for children, five of the nine subjects shall perform the jump and drop tests;

and .6 in lieu of paragraph 2.2.1.8.5, manikins may be substituted for human test

subjects."

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AMENDMENTS TO THE INTERNATIONAL CODE FOR THE CONSTRUCTION AND EQUIPMENT OF SHIPS CARRYING

DANGEROUS CHEMICALS IN BULK (IBC CODE)



ANNEX 5



DANGEROUS CHEMICALS IN BULK (IBC CODE) THE MARITIME SAFETY COMMITTEE, RECALLING Article 28(b) of the Convention on the International Maritime Organization concerning the functions of the Committee, NOTING resolution MSC.4(48), by which it adopted the International Code for the Construction and Equipment of Ships Carrying Dangerous Chemicals in Bulk (hereinafter referred to as "the IBC Code"), which has become mandatory under chapter VII of the International Convention for the Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS), 1974 (hereinafter referred to as "the Convention"),

NOTING ALSO article VIII(b) and regulation VII/8.1 of the Convention concerning the procedure for amending the IBC Code, HAVING CONSIDERED, at its ninety-third session, amendments to the IBC Code proposed and circulated in accordance with article VIII(b)(i) of the Convention, 1 ADOPTS, in accordance with article VIII(b)(iv) of the Convention, amendments to the IBC Code, the text of which is set out in the annex to the present resolution; 2 DETERMINES, in accordance with article VIII(b)(vi)(2)(bb) of the Convention, that the amendments shall be deemed to have been accepted on 1 July 2015 unless, prior to that date, more than one third of the Contracting Governments to the Convention or Contracting Governments the combined merchant fleets of which constitute not less than 50% of the gross tonnage of the world's merchant fleet, have notified their objections to the amendments; 3 INVITES Contracting Governments to note that, in accordance with article VIII(b)(vii)(2) of the Convention, the amendments shall enter into force on 1 January 2016 upon their acceptance in accordance with paragraph 2 above; 4 REQUESTS the Secretary-General, in conformity with article VIII(b)(v) of the Convention, to transmit certified copies of the present resolution and the text of the amendments contained in the annex to all Contracting Governments to the Convention; 5 ALSO REQUESTS the Secretary-General to transmit copies of this resolution and its annex to Members of the Organization, which are not Contracting Governments to the Convention.






ANNEX



Chapter 1 – General 1 New paragraphs 1.3.37 and 1.3.38 are added as follows:

"1.3.37 Purging means the introduction of inert gas into a tank which is already in an inert condition with the object of further reducing the oxygen content; and/or reducing the existing hydrocarbon or other flammable vapours content to a level below which combustion cannot be supported if air is subsequently introduced into the tank. 1.3.38 Gas-freeing means the process where a portable or fixed ventilation system is used to introduce fresh air into a tank in order to reduce the concentration of hazardous gases or vapours to a level safe for tank entry."

Chapter 2 – Ship survival capability and location of cargo tanks 2.2 – Freeboard and intact stability 2 The title of section 2.2 is amended to read: "Freeboard and stability" 3 A new subparagraph 2.2.6 is added as follows:

"2.2.6 All ships, subject to the Code, shall be fitted with a stability instrument, capable of verifying compliance with intact and damage stability requirements, approved by the Administration having regard to the performance standards recommended by the Organization*:

.1 ships constructed before 1 January 2016 shall comply with this

requirement at the first scheduled renewal survey of the ship on or after 1 January 2016 but not later than 1 January 2021;

.2 notwithstanding the requirements of 2.2.6.1, a stability instrument

fitted on a ship constructed before 1 January 2016 need not be replaced provided it is capable of verifying compliance with intact and damage stability, to the satisfaction of the Administration; and

.3 for the purposes of control under regulation 16 of

MARPOL Annex II, the Administration shall issue a document of approval for the stability instrument.

_____________ * Refer to part B, chapter 4, of the International Code on Intact Stability, 2008 (2008 IS Code),

as amended; the Guidelines for the Approval of Stability Instruments (MSC.1/Circ.1229), annex, section 4, as amended; and the technical standards defined in part 1 of the Guidelines

for verification of damage stability requirements for tankers (MSC.1/Circ.1461)."






4 A new subparagraph 2.2.7 is added as follows:

"2.2.7 The Administration may waive the requirements of paragraph 2.2.6 for the following ships provided the procedures employed for intact and damage stability verification maintain the same degree of safety, as being loaded in accordance with the approved conditions*. Any such waiver shall be duly noted on the International Certificate of Fitness referred to in paragraph 1.5.4:

.1 ships which are on a dedicated service, with a limited number of

permutations of loading such that all anticipated conditions have been approved in the stability information provided to the master in accordance with the requirements of paragraph 2.2.5;

.2 ships where stability verification is made remotely by a means

approved by the Administration; .3 ships which are loaded within an approved range of loading

conditions; or .4 ships constructed before 1 January 2016 provided with approved

limiting KG/GM curves covering all applicable intact and damage stability requirements.

______________ * Refer to operational guidance provided in part 2 of the Guidelines for verification of damage

stability requirements for tankers (MSC.1/Circ.1461)." Chapter 8 – Cargo tank venting and gas-freeing arrangements 5 In paragraph 8.1.5, the references to "SOLAS regulations II-2/4.5.3 and 4.5.6" are replaced by references to "SOLAS regulations II-2/4.5.3, 4.5.6 and 16.3.2". 6 A new paragraph 8.5 is inserted as follows: "8.5 Cargo tank purging

When the application of inert gas is required by 11.1.1, before gas-freeing, the cargo tanks shall be purged with inert gas through outlet pipes with cross-sectional area such that an exit velocity of at least 20 m/s can be maintained when any three tanks are being simultaneously supplied with inert gas. The outlets shall extend not less than 2 m above the deck level. Purging shall continue until the concentration of hydrocarbon or other flammable vapours in the cargo tanks has been reduced to less than 2% by volume."

7 The existing paragraph 8.5 and subparagraphs 8.5.1, 8.5.2 and 8.5.3 are renumbered as paragraph 8.6 and subparagraphs 8.6.1, 8.6.2 and 8.6.3, respectively, and, in the renumbered paragraphs 8.6.2 and 8.6.3 the referenced paragraph numbers "8.5.1", "8.5.1.2" and "8.5.1.3" are replaced with "8.6.1", "8.6.1.2" and "8.6.1.3", respectively.






Chapter 9 – Environmental control 8 The chapeau of paragraph 9.1.3 is replaced by the following: "9.1.3 Where inerting or padding of cargo tanks is required by this Code in

column "h" of chapter 17:" Chapter 11 – Fire protection and fire extinction* 9 Subparagraph 11.1.1.1 is replaced by the following:

"11.1.1.1 Regulations 10.8 and 10.9 shall not apply;" Chapter 15 – Special requirements 10 The following footnote is added at the end of paragraph 15.13.3.2:

"______________ * Refer to MSC-MEPC.2/Circ.14 on Products requiring oxygen-dependent inhibitors."

11 Paragraph 15.13.5 is replaced by the following: "15.13.5 When a product containing an oxygen-dependent inhibitor is to be carried:

.1 in a ship for which inerting is required under SOLAS regulation II-2/4.5.5, as amended, the application of inert gas shall not take place before loading or during the voyage, but shall be applied before commencement of unloading*;

.2 in a ship to which SOLAS regulation II-2/4.5.5, as amended, does

not apply, the product may be carried without inertion (in tanks of a size not greater than 3,000 m3). If inertion is to be applied on such a ship, then the application of inert gas shall not take place before loading or during the voyage, but shall be applied before commencement of unloading*.

______________ * Refer to MSC-MEPC.2/Circ.14 on Products requiring oxygen-dependent inhibitors."

Chapter 17 – Summary of minimum requirements 12 The explanatory notes for "Tank environment control (column h)" are replaced by the following:

"Tank environmental Inert: inerting (9.1.2.1) control Pad: liquid or gas padding (9.1.2.2) (column h) Dry: drying (9.1.2.3) Vent: natural or forced ventilation (9.1.2.4) No: no special requirements under this Code (inerting may be required under SOLAS)"






Certificate of Fitness 13 Paragraph 6 is replaced with the following:

"6 That the ship must be loaded:

.1* only in accordance with loading conditions verified compliant with intact and damage stability requirements using the approved stability instrument fitted in accordance with paragraph 2.2.6 of the Code;

.2* where a waiver permitted by paragraph 2.2.7 of the Code is

granted and the approved stability instrument required by paragraph 2.2.6 of the Code is not fitted, loading shall be made in accordance with one or more of the following approved methods: (i) * in accordance with the loading conditions provided in the

approved loading manual, stamped and dated .................. and signed by a responsible officer of the Administration, or of an organization recognized by the Administration; or

(ii) * in accordance with loading conditions verified remotely

using an approved means …………………; or (iii) * in accordance with a loading condition which lies within an

approved range of conditions defined in the approved loading manual referred to in (i) above; or

(iv) * in accordance with a loading condition verified using

approved critical KG/GM data defined in the approved loading manual referred to in (i) above;

.3* in accordance with the loading limitations appended to this Certificate.

Where it is required to load the ship other than in accordance with the above instruction, then the necessary calculations to justify the proposed loading conditions shall be communicated to the certifying Administration who may authorize in writing the adoption of the proposed loading condition. ______________ * Delete as appropriate."

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LIQUEFIED GASES IN BULK (IGC CODE)



ANNEX 6



LIQUEFIED GASES IN BULK (IGC CODE) THE MARITIME SAFETY COMMITTEE, RECALLING Article 28(b) of the Convention on the International Maritime Organization concerning the functions of the Committee, NOTING resolution MSC.5(48), by which it adopted the International Code for the Construction and Equipment of Ships Carrying Liquefied Gases in Bulk (hereinafter referred to as "the IGC Code"), which has become mandatory under chapter VII of the International Convention for the Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS), 1974 (hereinafter referred to as "the Convention"),

NOTING ALSO article VIII(b) and regulation VII/11.1 of the Convention concerning the procedure for amending the IGC Code, HAVING CONSIDERED, at its ninety-third session, amendments to the IGC Code proposed and circulated in accordance with article VIII(b)(i) of the Convention, 1 ADOPTS, in accordance with article VIII(b)(iv) of the Convention, amendments to the IGC Code, the text of which is set out in the annex to the present resolution; 2 DETERMINES, in accordance with article VIII(b)(vi)(2)(bb) of the Convention, that the amendments shall be deemed to have been accepted on 1 July 2015 unless, prior to that date, more than one third of the Contracting Governments to the Convention or Contracting Governments the combined merchant fleets of which constitute not less than 50% of the gross tonnage of the world's merchant fleet, have notified their objections to the amendments; 3 INVITES Contracting Governments to note that, in accordance with article VIII(b)(vii)(2) of the Convention, the amendments shall enter into force on 1 January 2016 upon their acceptance in accordance with paragraph 2 above; 4 REQUESTS the Secretary-General, in conformity with article VIII(b)(v) of the Convention, to transmit certified copies of the present resolution and the text of the amendments contained in the annex to all Contracting Governments to the Convention; 5 ALSO REQUESTS the Secretary-General to transmit copies of this resolution and its annex to Members of the Organization, which are not Contracting Governments to the Convention.






ANNEX

AMENDMENTS TO THE INTERNATIONAL CODE FOR THE CONSTRUCTION AND EQUIPMENT OF SHIPS CARRYING LIQUEFIED GASES IN BULK (IGC CODE)

The complete text of the IGC Code is replaced by the following:

"Contents

Page Preamble 4

Chapter 1 General 5

Chapter 2 Ship survival capability and location of cargo tanks 17

Chapter 3 Ship arrangements 32

Chapter 4 Cargo containment 41

Chapter 5 Process pressure vessels and liquids, vapour and pressure piping systems

78

Chapter 6 Materials of construction and quality control 91

Chapter 7 Cargo pressure/Temperature control 107

Chapter 8 Vent systems for cargo containment 110

Chapter 9 Cargo containment system atmosphere control 116

Chapter 10 Electrical installations 118

Chapter 11 Fire protection and extinction 120

Chapter 12 Artificial ventilation in the cargo area 125

Chapter 13 Instrumentation and automation systems 126

Chapter 14 Personnel protection 133

Chapter 15 Filling limits for cargo tanks 134

Chapter 16 Use of cargo as fuel 136

Chapter 17 Special requirements 143

Chapter 18 Operating requirements 155

Chapter 19 Summary of minimum requirements 163






Page Appendix 1 IGC Code product data reporting form 167 Appendix 2 Model form of International Certificate of Fitness 171 for the Carriage of Liquefied Gases in Bulk Appendix 3 Example of an addendum to the International Certificate 180 of Fitness for the Carriage of Liquefied Gases in Bulk Appendix 4 Non-metallic materials 181 Appendix 5 Standard for the use of limit state methodologies in the 188 design of cargo containment systems of novel configuration






Preamble 1 The purpose of this Code is to provide an international standard for the safe carriage, by sea in bulk, of liquefied gases and certain other substances that are listed in chapter 19. Through consideration of the products carried, it prescribes the design and construction standards of the ships involved and the equipment they should carry to minimize the risk to the ship, its crew and the environment. 2 The basic philosophy is one of ship types related to the hazards of the products covered by the Code. Each of the products may have one or more hazard properties, which include flammability, toxicity, corrosivity and reactivity. A further possible hazard may arise where products are transported under cryogenic or pressure conditions. 3 Severe collisions or strandings could lead to cargo tank damage and result in uncontrolled release of the product. Such a release could result in evaporation and dispersion of the product and, in some cases, could cause brittle fracture of the ship's hull. The requirements in the Code are intended to minimize this risk as far as is practicable, based upon present knowledge and technology. 4 Throughout the development of the Code, it was recognized that it must be based on sound naval architectural and engineering principles and the best understanding available as to the hazards of the various products covered. Gas carrier design technology is not only a complex technology but is rapidly evolving and the Code shall not remain static. The Organization will periodically review the Code, continually taking into account both experience and future development. 5 Requirements for new products and their conditions of carriage will be circulated as recommendations, on an interim basis, when adopted by the Maritime Safety Committee of the Organization, prior to the entry into force of the appropriate amendments, under the terms of article VIII of the International Convention for the Safety of Life at Sea, 1974. 6 The Code primarily deals with ship design and equipment. To ensure the safe transport of the products the total system must, however, be appraised. Other important facets of the safe transport of the products, such as training, operation, traffic control and handling in port, are being or will be examined further by the Organization. 7 The development of the Code has been greatly assisted by a number of organizations in consultative status, such as the Society of International Gas Tanker and Terminal Operators Limited (SIGTTO) and other organizations, such as members of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS). 8 Chapter 18 of the Code dealing with operation of liquefied gas carriers highlights the regulations in other chapters that are operational in nature and mentions those other important safety features that are peculiar to gas carrier operations. 9 The layout of the Code is in line with the International Code for the Construction and Equipment of Ships Carrying Dangerous Chemicals in Bulk (IBC Code), adopted by the Maritime Safety Committee at its forty-eighth session. Gas carriers may also carry in bulk liquid chemicals covered by the IBC Code, as prescribed in the IGC Code. 10 Floating production, storage and offloading (FPSO) facilities, which are designed to handle liquefied gases in bulk, do not fall under the IGC Code. However, designers of such units may consider using the IGC Code to the extent that the Code provides the most appropriate risk mitigation measures for the operations the unit is to perform. Where other more appropriate risk mitigation measures are determined that are contrary to this Code, they shall take precedence over the Code.






CHAPTER 1

GENERAL Goal

To provide an international standard for the safe carriage, by sea in bulk, of liquefied gases by laying down the design and construction standards of ships involved in such carriage and the equipment, they shall carry to minimize the risk to the ship, its crew and to the environment, having regard to the nature of the products including flammability, toxicity, asphyxiation, corrosivity, reactivity and low temperature and vapour pressure. 1.1 Application and implementation 1.1.1 The Code applies to ships regardless of their size, including those of less than 500 gross tonnage, engaged in the carriage of liquefied gases having a vapour pressure exceeding 0.28 MPa absolute at a temperature of 37.8°C and other products, as shown in chapter 19, when carried in bulk. 1.1.2.1 Unless expressly provided otherwise, the Code applies to ships whose keels are laid, or which are at a similar stage of construction where:

.1 construction identifiable with the ship begins; and

.2 assembly of that ship has commenced, comprising at least 50 tonnes or 1% of the estimated mass of all structural material, whichever is less,

on or after 1 July 2016.

1.1.2.2 For the purpose of the Code, the expression "ships constructed" means ships the keels of which are laid or which are at a similar stage of construction.

1.1.2.3 Unless expressly provided otherwise, for ships constructed on or after 1 July 1986 and before 1 July 2016, the Administration shall ensure that the requirements which are applicable under this Code, as adopted by resolution MSC.5(48) as amended by resolutions MSC.17(58), MSC.30(61), MSC.32(63), MSC.59(67), MSC.103(73), MSC.177(79) and MSC.220(82), are complied with. 1.1.3 A ship, irrespective of the date of construction, which is converted to a gas carrier on or after 1 July 2016, shall be treated as a gas carrier constructed on the date on which such conversion commences. 1.1.4.1 When cargo tanks contain products for which the Code requires a type 1G ship, neither flammable liquids having a flashpoint of 60°C (closed cup test) or less, nor flammable products listed in chapter 19, shall be carried in tanks located within the protective zones described in 2.4.1.1. 1.1.4.2 Similarly, when cargo tanks contain products for which the Code requires a type 2G/2PG ship, the flammable liquids as described in 1.1.4.1, shall not be carried in tanks located within the protective zones described in 2.4.1.2. 1.1.4.3 In each case, for cargo tanks loaded with products for which the Code requires a type 1G or 2G/2PG ship, the restriction applies to the protective zones within the longitudinal extent of the hold spaces for those tanks.






1.1.4.4 The flammable liquids and products described in 1.1.4.1 may be carried within these protective zones when the quantity of products retained in the cargo tanks, for which the Code requires a type 1G or 2G/2PG ship is solely used for cooling, circulation or fuelling purposes. 1.1.5 Except as provided in 1.1.7.1, when it is intended to carry products covered by this Code and products covered by the International Code for the Construction and Equipment of Ships Carrying Dangerous Chemicals in Bulk (IBC Code), adopted by resolution MSC.4(48), as may be amended by the Organization, the ship shall comply with the requirements of both Codes appropriate to the products carried. 1.1.6.1 Where it is proposed to carry products that may be considered to come within the scope of this Code that are not at present designated in chapter 19, the Administration and the port Administrations involved in such carriage shall establish a Tripartite Agreement based on a provisional assessment and lay down preliminary suitable conditions of carriage based on the principles of the Code. 1.1.6.2 For the evaluation of such products, the manufacturer of the product shall submit to the Administration a completed assessment form (see appendix 1), which includes the proposed ship type and carriage requirements. 1.1.6.3 When a provisional assessment for a pure or technically pure product has been completed and agreed with the other parties, the Administration shall submit the assessment form and a proposal for a new and complete entry in the IGC Code, to the relevant sub-committee of the Organization (see appendix 1). 1.1.6.4 After provisional assessment by Tripartite Agreement and express or tacit agreement has been established, an addendum to the relevant ship's certificate may be issued (see appendix 3). 1.1.7.1 The requirements of this Code shall take precedence when a ship is designed and constructed for the carriage of the following products:

.1 those listed exclusively in chapter 19 of the Code; and

.2 one or more of the products that are listed both in the Code and in the International Bulk Chemical Code. These products are marked with an asterisk in column "a" in the table contained within chapter 19.

1.1.7.2 When a ship is intended to exclusively carry one or more of the products referred to in 1.1.7.1.2, the requirements of the International Bulk Chemical Code, as amended, shall apply. 1.1.8 The ship's compliance with the requirements of the International Gas Carrier Code shall be shown by its International Certificate of Fitness for the Carriage of Liquefied Gases in Bulk, as described in 1.4. Compliance with the amendments to the Code, as appropriate, shall also be indicated in the International Certificate of Fitness for the Carriage of Liquefied Gases in Bulk. 1.1.9 Where reference is made in the Code to a paragraph, all the provisions of the subparagraph of that designation shall apply.






1.1.10 When a ship is intended to operate for periods at a fixed location in a re-gasification and gas discharge mode or a gas receiving, processing, liquefaction and storage mode, the Administration and port Administrations involved in the operation shall take appropriate steps to ensure implementation of the provisions of the Code as are applicable to the proposed arrangements. Furthermore, additional requirements shall be established based on the principles of the Code as well as recognized standards that address specific risks not envisaged by it. Such risks may include, but not be limited to:

.1 fire and explosion; .2 evacuation; .3 extension of hazardous areas; .4 pressurized gas discharge to shore; .5 high-pressure gas venting; .6 process upset conditions; .7 storage and handling of flammable refrigerants; .8 continuous presence of liquid and vapour cargo outside the cargo

containment system; .9 tank over-pressure and under-pressure; .10 ship-to-ship transfer of liquid cargo; and .11 collision risk during berthing manoeuvres.

1.1.11 Where a risk assessment or study of similar intent is utilized within the Code, the results shall also include, but not be limited to, the following as evidence of effectiveness:

.1 description of methodology and standards applied; .2 potential variation in scenario interpretation or sources of error in the study; .3 validation of the risk assessment process by an independent and suitable

third party; .4 quality system under which the risk assessment was developed; .5 the source, suitability and validity of data used within the assessment; .6 the knowledge base of persons involved within the assessment; .7 system of distribution of results to relevant parties; and .8 validation of results by an independent and suitable third party.

1.1.12 Although the Code is legally treated as a mandatory instrument under the SOLAS Convention, the provisions of section 4.28 and appendices 1, 3 and 4 of the Code are recommendatory or informative.






1.2 Definitions Except where expressly provided otherwise, the following definitions apply to the Code. Additional definitions are provided in chapters throughout the Code. 1.2.1 Accommodation spaces are those spaces used for public spaces, corridors, lavatories, cabins, offices, hospitals, cinemas, games and hobby rooms, barber shops, pantries without cooking appliances and similar spaces. 1.2.2 "A" class divisions are divisions as defined in regulation II-2/3.2 of the SOLAS Convention. 1.2.3 Administration means the Government of the State whose flag the ship is entitled to fly. For Administration (port), see port Administration. 1.2.4 Anniversary date means the day and the month of each year that will correspond to the date of expiry of the International Certificate of Fitness for the Carriage of Liquefied Gases in Bulk. 1.2.5 Boiling point is the temperature at which a product exhibits a vapour pressure equal to the atmospheric pressure. 1.2.6 Breadth (B) means the maximum breadth of the ship, measured amidships to the moulded line of the frame in a ship with a metal shell, and to the outer surface of the hull in a ship with a shell of any other material. The breadth (B) shall be measured in metres. 1.2.7 Cargo area is that part of the ship which contains the cargo containment system and cargo pump and compressor rooms and includes the deck areas over the full length and breadth of the part of the ship over these spaces. Where fitted, the cofferdams, ballast or void spaces at the after end of the aftermost hold space or at the forward end of the foremost hold space are excluded from the cargo area. 1.2.8 Cargo containment system is the arrangement for containment of cargo including, where fitted, a primary and secondary barrier, associated insulation and any intervening spaces, and adjacent structure, if necessary, for the support of these elements. If the secondary barrier is part of the hull structure, it may be a boundary of the hold space. 1.2.9 Cargo control room is a space used in the control of cargo handling operations. 1.2.10 Cargo machinery spaces are the spaces where cargo compressors or pumps, cargo processing units, are located, including those supplying gas fuel to the engine-room.

1.2.11 Cargo pumps are pumps used for the transfer of liquid cargo including main pumps, booster pumps, spray pumps, etc. 1.2.12 Cargoes are products listed in chapter 19, that are carried in bulk by ships subject to the Code. 1.2.13 Cargo service spaces are spaces within the cargo area, used for workshops, lockers and store-rooms that are of more than 2 m2 in area. 1.2.14 Cargo tank is the liquid-tight shell designed to be the primary container of the cargo and includes all such containment systems whether or not they are associated with the insulation or/and the secondary barriers.






1.2.15 Closed loop sampling is a cargo sampling system that minimizes the escape of cargo vapour to the atmosphere by returning product to the cargo tank during sampling.

1.2.16 Cofferdam is the isolating space between two adjacent steel bulkheads or decks. This space may be a void space or a ballast space. 1.2.17 Control stations are those spaces in which ship's radio, main navigating equipment or the emergency source of power is located or where the fire-recording or fire control equipment is centralized. This does not include special fire control equipment, which can be most practically located in the cargo area. 1.2.18 Flammable products are those identified by an "F" in column "f" in the table of chapter 19. 1.2.19 Flammability limits are the conditions defining the state of fuel-oxidant mixture at which application of an adequately strong external ignition source is only just capable of producing flammability in a given test apparatus. 1.2.20 FSS Code is the Fire Safety Systems Code meaning the International Code for Fire Safety Systems, adopted by the Maritime Safety Committee of the Organization by resolution MSC.98(73), as amended. 1.2.21 Gas carrier is a cargo ship constructed or adapted and used for the carriage in bulk of any liquefied gas or other products listed in the table of chapter 19.

1.2.22 Gas combustion unit (GCU) is a means of disposing excess cargo vapour by thermal oxidation.

1.2.23 Gas consumer is any unit within the ship using cargo vapour as a fuel. 1.2.24 Hazardous area is an area in which an explosive gas atmosphere is, or may be expected to be present, in quantities that require special precautions for the construction, installation and use of electrical equipment. When a gas atmosphere is present, the following hazards may also be present: toxicity, asphyxiation, corrosivity, reactivity and low temperature. These hazards shall also be taken into account and additional precautions for the ventilation of spaces and protection of the crew will need to be considered. Examples of hazardous areas include, but are not limited to, the following1:

.1 the interiors of cargo containment systems and any pipework of pressure-relief or other venting systems for cargo tanks, pipes and equipment containing the cargo;

.2 interbarrier spaces;

.3 hold spaces where the cargo containment system requires a secondary

barrier; .4 hold spaces where the cargo containment system does not require

a secondary barrier; .5 a space separated from a hold space by a single gastight steel boundary

where the cargo containment system requires a secondary barrier;

1 Refer to chapter 10 for a separate list of examples and classification of hazardous areas for the purpose of

selection and design of electrical installations.






.6 cargo machinery spaces; .7 areas on open deck, or semi-enclosed spaces on open deck, within 3 m of

possible sources of gas release, such as cargo valve, cargo pipe flange, cargo machinery space ventilation outlet, etc.;

.8 areas on open deck, or semi-enclosed spaces on open deck within 1.5 m of

cargo machinery space entrances, cargo machinery space ventilation inlets;

.9 areas on open deck over the cargo area and 3 m forward and aft of the cargo

area on the open deck up to a height of 2.4 m above the weather deck; .10 an area within 2.4 m of the outer surface of a cargo containment system

where such surface is exposed to the weather; .11 enclosed or semi-enclosed spaces in which pipes containing cargoes are

located, except those where pipes containing cargo products for boil-off gas fuel burning systems are located;

.12 an enclosed or semi-enclosed space having a direct opening into any

hazardous area; .13 void spaces, cofferdams, trunks, passageways and enclosed or

semi-enclosed spaces, adjacent to, or immediately above or below, the cargo containment system;

.14 areas on open deck or semi-enclosed spaces on open deck above and in

the vicinity of any vent riser outlet, within a vertical cylinder of unlimited height and 6 m radius centred upon the centre of the outlet and within a hemisphere of 6 m radius below the outlet; and

.15 areas on open deck within spillage containment surrounding cargo manifold

valves and 3 m beyond these up to a height of 2.4 m above deck. 1.2.25 Non-hazardous area is an area other than a hazardous area. 1.2.26 Hold space is the space enclosed by the ship's structure in which a cargo containment system is situated. 1.2.27 IBC Code means the International Code for the Construction and Equipment of Ships carrying Dangerous Chemicals in Bulk, adopted by the Maritime Safety Committee of the Organization by resolution MSC.4(48), as amended. 1.2.28 Independent means that a piping or venting system, for example, is in no way connected to another system and that there are no provisions available for the potential connection to other systems. 1.2.29 Insulation space is the space, which may or may not be an interbarrier space, occupied wholly or in part by insulation. 1.2.30 Interbarrier space is the space between a primary and a secondary barrier, whether or not completely or partially occupied by insulation or other material. 1.2.31 Length (L) is the length as defined in the International Convention on Load Lines in force.






1.2.32 Machinery spaces of category A are those spaces, and trunks to those spaces, which contain either:

.1 internal combustion machinery used for main propulsion; or .2 internal combustion machinery used for purposes other than main

propulsion where such machinery has, in the aggregate, a total power output of not less than 375 kW; or

.3 any oil-fired boiler or oil fuel unit or any oil-fired equipment other than

boilers, such as inert gas generators, incinerators, etc. 1.2.33 Machinery spaces are machinery spaces of category A and other spaces containing propelling machinery, boilers, oil fuel units, steam and internal-combustion engines, generators and major electrical machinery, oil filling stations, refrigerating, stabilizing, ventilation and air-conditioning machinery, and similar spaces and the trunks to such spaces. 1.2.34 MARVS is the maximum allowable relief valve setting of a cargo tank (gauge pressure). 1.2.35 Nominated surveyor is a surveyor nominated/appointed by an Administration to enforce the provisions of the SOLAS Convention regulations with regard to inspections and surveys and the granting of exemptions therefrom. 1.2.36 Oil fuel unit is the equipment used for the preparation of oil fuel for delivery to an oil-fired boiler, or equipment used for the preparation for delivery of heated oil to an internal combustion engine, and includes any oil pressure pumps, filters and heaters dealing with oil at a pressure of more than 0.18 MPa gauge. 1.2.37 Organization is the International Maritime Organization (IMO). 1.2.38 Permeability of a space means the ratio of the volume within that space which is assumed to be occupied by water to the total volume of that space. 1.2.39 Port Administration means the appropriate authority of the country for the port where the ship is loading or unloading. 1.2.40 Primary barrier is the inner element designed to contain the cargo when the cargo containment system includes two boundaries. 1.2.41 Products is the collective term used to cover the list of gases indicated in chapter 19 of this Code. 1.2.42 Public spaces are those portions of the accommodation that are used for halls, dining rooms, lounges and similar permanently enclosed spaces. 1.2.43 Recognized organization is an organization authorized by an Administration in accordance with SOLAS regulation XI-1/1. 1.2.44 Recognized standards are applicable international or national standards acceptable to the Administration, or standards laid down and maintained by the recognized organization. 1.2.45 Relative density is the ratio of the mass of a volume of a product to the mass of an equal volume of fresh water.






1.2.46 Secondary barrier is the liquid-resisting outer element of a cargo containment system, designed to afford temporary containment of any envisaged leakage of liquid cargo through the primary barrier and to prevent the lowering of the temperature of the ship's structure to an unsafe level. Types of secondary barrier are more fully defined in chapter 4. 1.2.47 Separate systems are those cargo piping and vent systems that are not permanently connected to each other. 1.2.48 Service spaces are those used for galleys, pantries containing cooking appliances, lockers, mail and specie rooms, store-rooms, workshops other than those forming part of the machinery spaces, and similar spaces and trunks to such spaces. 1.2.49 SOLAS Convention means the International Convention for the Safety of Life at Sea, 1974, as amended. 1.2.50 Tank cover is the protective structure intended to either protect the cargo containment system against damage where it protrudes through the weather deck or to ensure the continuity and integrity of the deck structure. 1.2.51 Tank dome is the upward extension of a portion of a cargo tank. In the case of below-deck cargo containment systems, the tank dome protrudes through the weather deck or through a tank cover. 1.2.52 Thermal oxidation method means a system where the boil-off vapours are utilized as fuel for shipboard use or as a waste heat system subject to the provisions of chapter 16 or a system not using the gas as fuel complying with this Code. 1.2.53 Toxic products are those defined by a "T" in column "f" in the table of chapter 19. 1.2.54 Turret compartments are those spaces and trunks that contain equipment and machinery for retrieval and release of the disconnectable turret mooring system, high-pressure hydraulic operating systems, fire protection arrangements and cargo transfer valves. 1.2.55 Vapour pressure is the equilibrium pressure of the saturated vapour above the liquid, expressed in Pascals (Pa) absolute at a specified temperature. 1.2.56 Void space is an enclosed space in the cargo area external to a cargo containment system, other than a hold space, ballast space, oil fuel tank, cargo pumps or compressor room, or any space in normal use by personnel. 1.3 Equivalents 1.3.1 Where the Code requires that a particular fitting, material, appliance, apparatus, item of equipment or type thereof shall be fitted or carried in a ship, or that any particular provision shall be made, or any procedure or arrangement shall be complied with, the Administration may allow any other fitting, material, appliance, apparatus, item of equipment or type thereof to be fitted or carried, or any other provision, procedure or arrangement to be made in that ship, if it is satisfied by trial thereof or otherwise that such fitting, material, appliance, apparatus, item of equipment or type thereof, or that any particular provision, procedure or arrangement, is at least as effective as that required by the Code. However, the Administration may not allow operational methods or procedures to be made as an alternative to a particular fitting, material, appliance, apparatus, item of equipment, or type thereof that is prescribed by the Code, unless such a substitution is specifically allowed by the Code.






1.3.2 When the Administration so allows, any fitting, material, appliance, apparatus, item of equipment, or type thereof, or provision, procedure or arrangement or novel design or application to be substituted, it shall communicate to the Organization the particulars thereof, together with a report on the evidence submitted, so that the Organization may circulate the same to other Contracting Governments to the SOLAS Convention for the information of their officers. 1.4 Surveys and certification 1.4.1 Survey procedure 1.4.1.1 The survey of ships, so far as regards the enforcement of the provisions of the Code and granting of exemptions therefrom, shall be carried out by officers of the Administration. The Administration may, however, entrust the surveys either to surveyors nominated for the purpose or to organizations recognized by it. 1.4.1.2 The recognized organization, referred to in 1.2.43, shall comply with the provisions of the SOLAS Convention and with the Code for recognized organizations (RO Code). 1.4.1.3 The Administration nominating surveyors or recognizing organizations to conduct surveys shall, as a minimum, empower any nominated surveyor or recognized organization to:

.1 require repairs to a ship; and

.2 carry out surveys if requested by the appropriate authorities of a port State.

The Administration shall notify the Organization of the specific responsibilities and conditions of the authority delegated to nominated surveyors or recognized organizations, for circulation to the Contracting Governments. 1.4.1.4 When a nominated surveyor or recognized organization determines that the condition of a ship or its equipment does not correspond substantially with the particulars of the International Certificate of Fitness for the Carriage of Liquefied Gases in Bulk, or is such that the ship is not fit to proceed to sea without danger to the ship or persons on board, or without presenting unreasonable threat of harm to the marine environment, the surveyor or organization shall immediately ensure that corrective action is taken and shall, in due course, notify the Administration. If such corrective action is not taken, the certificate shall be withdrawn and the Administration shall be notified immediately. If the ship is in a port of another Contracting Government, the appropriate authorities of the port State shall be notified immediately. When an officer of the Administration, a nominated surveyor or a recognized organization has notified the appropriate authorities of the port State, the Government of the port State concerned shall give the officer, surveyor or organization any necessary assistance to carry out their obligations under this paragraph. When applicable, the Government of the port State concerned shall take such steps as will ensure that the ship does not sail until it can proceed to sea or leave the port for the purpose of proceeding to the nearest appropriate repair yard available without danger to the ship or persons on board or without presenting an unreasonable threat of harm to the marine environment. 1.4.1.5 In every case, the Administration shall guarantee the completeness and efficiency of the survey and shall undertake to ensure the necessary arrangements to satisfy this obligation.






1.4.2 Survey requirements The structure, equipment, fittings, arrangements and material (other than items in respect of which a Cargo Ship Safety Construction Certificate, Cargo Ship Safety Equipment Certificate and Cargo Ship Safety Radio Certificate; or Cargo Ship Safety Certificate, required by the SOLAS Convention, are issued) of a gas carrier shall be subjected to the following surveys:

.1 An initial survey before the ship is put in service or before the International Certificate of Fitness for the Carriage of Liquefied Gases in Bulk is issued for the first time, which shall include a complete examination of its structure, equipment, fittings, arrangements and materials in so far as the ship is covered by the Code. This survey shall be such as to ensure that the structure, equipment, fittings, arrangements and material fully comply with the applicable provisions of the Code.

.2 A renewal survey at intervals specified by the Administration, but not

exceeding five years, except where regulation 1.4.6.2.1, 1.4.6.5, 1.4.6.6 or 1.4.6.7 is applicable. The renewal survey shall be such as to ensure that the structure, equipment, fittings, arrangements and material fully comply with the applicable provisions of the Code.

.3 An intermediate survey within three months before or after the second

anniversary date, or within three months before or after the third anniversary date of the certificate, which shall take the place of one of the annual surveys specified in 1.4.2.4. The intermediate survey shall be such as to ensure that the safety equipment, and other equipment, and associated pump and piping systems fully comply with the applicable provisions of the Code and are in good working order. Such intermediate surveys shall be endorsed on the certificate issued under 1.4.4 or 1.4.5.

.4 An annual survey within three months before or after each anniversary date

of the certificate, including a general inspection of the structure, equipment, fittings, arrangements and material referred to in 1.4.2.1 to ensure that they have been maintained in accordance with 1.4.3 and that they remain satisfactory for the service for which the ship is intended. Such annual surveys shall be endorsed on the certificate issued under 1.4.4 or 1.4.5.

.5 An additional survey, either general or partial according to the

circumstances, shall be made when required after an investigation prescribed in 1.4.3.3, or whenever any important repairs or renewals are made. Such a survey shall ensure that the necessary repairs or renewals have been effectively made, that the materials and workmanship of such repairs or renewals are satisfactory, and that the ship is fit to proceed to sea without danger to the ship or persons on board or without presenting unreasonable threat of harm to the marine environment.

1.4.3 Maintenance of conditions after survey 1.4.3.1 The condition of the ship and its equipment shall be maintained to conform with the provisions of the Code and to ensure that the ship will remain fit to proceed to sea without danger to the ship or persons on board or without presenting unreasonable threat of harm to the marine environment.






1.4.3.2 After any survey of the ship, as described in 1.4.2, has been completed, no change shall be made in the structure, equipment, fittings, arrangements and material covered by the survey without the sanction of the Administration, except by direct replacement. 1.4.3.3 Whenever an accident occurs to a ship or a defect is discovered, either of which affects the safety of the ship or the efficiency or completeness of its life-saving appliances or other equipment covered by the Code, the master or owner of the ship shall report at the earliest opportunity to the Administration, the nominated surveyor or recognized organization responsible for issuing the certificate, who shall cause investigations to be initiated to determine whether a survey, as required by 1.4.2.5, is necessary. If the ship is in a port of another Contracting Government, the master or owner shall also report immediately to the appropriate authorities of the port State and the nominated surveyor or recognized organization shall ascertain that such a report has been made. 1.4.4 Issue and endorsement of an International Certificate of Fitness of Liquefied

Gases in Bulk 1.4.4.1 An International Certificate of Fitness for the Carriage of Liquefied Gases in Bulk shall be issued, after an initial or renewal survey, to a gas carrier engaged on international voyages that comply with the relevant provisions of the Code. 1.4.4.2 Such a certificate shall be drawn up in the form corresponding to the model given in appendix 2. If the language used is not English, French or Spanish, the text shall include a translation into one of these languages. 1.4.4.3 The certificate issued under the provisions of this section shall be available on board for examination at all times. 1.4.4.4 Notwithstanding any other provisions of the amendments to the Code, adopted by the Maritime Safety Committee by resolution MSC.17(58), any International Certificate of Fitness for the Carriage of Liquefied Gases in Bulk that is current when these amendments enter into force shall remain valid until it expires under the terms of this Code prior to the amendments entering into force. 1.4.5 Issue or endorsement of an International Certificate of Fitness of Liquefied

Gases in Bulk by another Government 1.4.5.1 A Contracting Government to the SOLAS Convention may, at the request of another Contracting Government, cause a ship entitled to fly the flag of the other State to be surveyed and, if satisfied that the requirements of the Code are complied with, issue or authorize the issue of the International Certificate of Fitness for the Carriage of Liquefied Gases in Bulk to the ship and, where appropriate, endorse or authorize the endorsement of the certificate on board the ship in accordance with the Code. Any certificate so issued shall contain a statement to the effect that it has been issued at the request of the Government of the State whose flag the ship is entitled to fly. 1.4.6 Duration and validity of an International Certificate of Fitness of Liquefied

Gases in Bulk 1.4.6.1 An International Certificate of Fitness for the Carriage of Liquefied Gases in Bulk shall be issued for a period specified by the Administration, which shall not exceed five years.






1.4.6.2.1 Notwithstanding the provisions of 1.4.6.1, when the renewal survey is completed within three months before the expiry date of the existing certificate, the new certificate shall be valid from the date of completion of the renewal survey to a date not exceeding five years from the date of expiry of the existing certificate. 1.4.6.2.2 When the renewal survey is completed after the expiry date of the existing certificate, the new certificate shall be valid from the date of completion of the renewal survey to a date not exceeding five years from the date of expiry of the existing certificate. 1.4.6.2.3 When the renewal survey is completed more than three months before the expiry date of the existing certificate, the new certificate shall be valid from the date of completion of the renewal survey to a date not exceeding five years from the date of completion of the renewal survey. 1.4.6.3 If a certificate is issued for a period of less than five years, the Administration may extend the validity of the certificate beyond the expiry date to the maximum period specified in 1.4.6.1, provided that the surveys referred to in regulations 1.4.2.3 and 1.4.2.4, applicable when a certificate is issued for a period of five years, are carried out as appropriate. 1.4.6.4 If a renewal survey has been completed and a new certificate cannot be issued or placed on board the ship before the expiry date of the existing certificate, the person or organization authorized by the Administration may endorse the existing certificate. Such a certificate shall be accepted as valid for a further period which shall not exceed five months from the expiry date. 1.4.6.5 If a ship is not in a port in which it is to be surveyed at the time when a certificate expires, the Administration may extend the period of validity of the certificate. However, the extension shall be granted only for the purpose of allowing the ship to complete its voyage to the port in which it is to be surveyed, and then only in cases where it appears proper and reasonable to do so. 1.4.6.6 A certificate, issued to a ship engaged on short voyages, that has not been extended under the foregoing provisions of this section may be extended by the Administration for a period of grace of up to one month from the date of expiry stated on it. When the renewal survey is completed, the new certificate shall be valid to a date not exceeding five years from the date of expiry of the existing certificate before the extension was granted. 1.4.6.7 In special circumstances, as determined by the Administration, a new certificate need not be dated from the date of expiry of the existing certificate as required by 1.4.6.2.2, 1.4.6.5 or 1.4.6.6. In these special circumstances, the new certificate shall be valid to a date not exceeding five years from the date of completion of the renewal survey. 1.4.6.8 If an annual or intermediate survey is completed before the period specified in 1.4.2, then:

.1 the anniversary date shown on the certificate shall be amended by endorsement to a date that shall not be more than three months later than the date on which the survey was completed;

.2 the subsequent annual or intermediate survey required by 1.4.2 shall be

completed, at the intervals prescribed by that section, using the new anniversary date; and






.3 the expiry date may remain unchanged, provided one or more annual or intermediate surveys, as appropriate, are carried out so that the maximum intervals between the surveys prescribed by 1.4.2 are not exceeded.

1.4.6.9 A certificate issued under 1.4.4 or 1.4.5 shall cease to be valid in any of the following cases:

.1 if the relevant surveys are not completed within the periods specified in 1.4.2;

.2 if the certificate is not endorsed in accordance with 1.4.2.3 or 1.4.2.4; and .3 upon transfer of the ship to the flag of another State. A new certificate shall

only be issued when the Government issuing the new certificate is fully satisfied that the ship is in compliance with the provisions of 1.4.3.1 and 1.4.3.2. In the case of a transfer between Contracting Governments to the SOLAS Convention, if requested within three months after the transfer has taken place, the Government of the State whose flag the ship was formerly entitled to fly shall, as soon as possible, transmit to the Administration copies of the certificate carried by the ship before the transfer and, if available, copies of the relevant survey reports.

CHAPTER 2

SHIP SURVIVAL CAPABILITY AND LOCATION OF CARGO TANKS

Goal

To ensure that the cargo tanks are in a protective location in the event of minor hull damage, and that the ship can survive the assumed flooding conditions. 2.1 General 2.1.1 Ships subject to the Code shall survive the hydrostatic effects of flooding following assumed hull damage caused by some external force. In addition, to safeguard the ship and the environment, the cargo tanks shall be protected from penetration in the case of minor damage to the ship resulting, for example, from contact with a jetty or tug, and also given a measure of protection from damage in the case of collision or grounding, by locating them at specified minimum distances inboard from the ship's shell plating. Both the damage to be assumed and the proximity of the tanks to the ship's shell shall be dependent upon the degree of hazard presented by the product to be carried. In addition, the proximity of the cargo tanks to the ship's shell shall be dependent upon the volume of the cargo tank. 2.1.2 Ships subject to the Code shall be designed to one of the following standards:

.1 A type 1G ship is a gas carrier intended to transport the products indicated in chapter 19 that require maximum preventive measures to preclude their escape.

.2 A type 2G ship is a gas carrier intended to transport the products indicated in

chapter 19, that require significant preventive measures to preclude their escape.






.3 A type 2PG ship is a gas carrier of 150 m in length or less intended to transport the products indicated in chapter 19 that require significant preventive measures to preclude their escape, and where the products are carried in type C independent tanks designed (see 4.23) for a MARVS of at least 0.7 MPa gauge and a cargo containment system design temperature of -55°C or above. A ship of this description that is over 150 m in length is to be considered a type 2G ship.

.4 A type 3G ship is a gas carrier intended to carry the products indicated in

chapter 19 that require moderate preventive measures to preclude their escape. Therefore, a type 1G ship is a gas carrier intended for the transportation of products considered to present the greatest overall hazard and types 2G/2PG and type 3G for products of progressively lesser hazards. Accordingly, a type 1G ship shall survive the most severe standard of damage and its cargo tanks shall be located at the maximum prescribed distance inboard from the shell plating. 2.1.3 The ship type required for individual products is indicated in column "c" in the table of chapter 19. 2.1.4 If a ship is intended to carry more than one of the products listed in chapter 19, the standard of damage shall correspond to the product having the most stringent ship type requirements. The requirements for the location of individual cargo tanks, however, are those for ship types related to the respective products intended to be carried. 2.1.5 For the purpose of this Code, the position of the moulded line for different containment systems is shown in figures 2.5 (a) to (e). 2.2 Freeboard and stability 2.2.1 Ships subject to the Code may be assigned the minimum freeboard permitted by the International Convention on Load Lines in force. However, the draught associated with the assignment shall not be greater than the maximum draught otherwise permitted by this Code. 2.2.2 The stability of the ship, in all seagoing conditions and during loading and unloading cargo, shall comply with the requirements of the International Code on Intact Stability2 This includes partial filling and loading and unloading at sea, when applicable. Stability during ballast water operations shall fulfil stability criteria. 2.2.3 When calculating the effect of free surfaces of consumable liquids for loading conditions, it shall be assumed that, for each type of liquid, at least one transverse pair or a single centre tank has a free surface. The tank or combination of tanks to be taken into account shall be those where the effect of free surfaces is the greatest. The free surface effect in undamaged compartments shall be calculated by a method according to the International Code on Intact Stability. 2.2.4 Solid ballast shall not normally be used in double bottom spaces in the cargo area. Where, however, because of stability considerations, the fitting of solid ballast in such spaces becomes unavoidable, its disposition shall be governed by the need to enable access for inspection and to ensure that the impact loads resulting from bottom damage are not directly transmitted to the cargo tank structure.

2 Refer to the International Code on Intact Stability, 2008 (2008 IS Code), adopted by the Maritime Safety

Committee of the Organization by resolution MSC.267(85).






2.2.5 The master of the ship shall be supplied with a loading and stability information booklet. This booklet shall contain details of typical service conditions, loading, unloading and ballasting operations, provisions for evaluating other conditions of loading and a summary of the ship's survival capabilities. The booklet shall also contain sufficient information to enable the master to load and operate the ship in a safe and seaworthy manner. 2.2.6 All ships, subject to the Code shall be fitted with a stability instrument, capable of verifying compliance with intact and damage stability requirements, approved by the Administration having regard to the performance standards recommended by the Organization3.

.1 ships constructed before 1 July 2016 shall comply with this paragraph at the first scheduled renewal survey of the ship after 1 July 2016 but not later than 1 July 2021;

.2 notwithstanding the requirements of paragraph 2.2.6.1 a stability instrument

installed on a ship constructed before 1 July 2016 need not be replaced provided it is capable of verifying compliance with intact and damage stability, to the satisfaction of the Administration; and

.3 for the purposes of control under SOLAS regulation XI-1/4, the Administration

shall issue a document of approval for the stability instrument.

2.2.7 The Administration may waive the requirements of paragraph 2.2.6 for the following ships, provided the procedures employed for intact and damage stability verification maintain the same degree of safety, as being loaded in accordance with the approved conditions4. Any such waiver shall be duly noted on the International Certificate of Fitness referred to in paragraph 1.4.4:

.1 ships which are on a dedicated service, with a limited number of permutations of loading such that all anticipated conditions have been approved in the stability information provided to the master in accordance with the requirements of paragraph 2.2.5;

.2 ships where stability verification is made remotely by a means approved by

the Administration; .3 ships which are loaded within an approved range of loading conditions; or .4 ships constructed before 1 July 2016 provided with approved limiting

KG/GM curves covering all applicable intact and damage stability requirements.

2.2.8 Conditions of loading Damage survival capability shall be investigated on the basis of loading information submitted to the Administration for all anticipated conditions of loading and variations in draught and trim. This shall include ballast and, where applicable, cargo heel.

3 Refer to part B, chapter 4, of the International Code on Intact Stability, 2008 (2008 IS Code), as amended;

the Guidelines for the Approval of Stability Instruments (MSC.1/Circ.1229), annex, section 4, as amended; and the technical standards defined in part 1 of the Guidelines for verification of damage stability requirements for tankers (MSC.1/Circ.1461).

4 Refer to operational guidance provided in part 2 of the Guidelines for verification of damage stability

requirements for tankers (MSC.1/Circ.1461).






2.3 Damage assumptions 2.3.1 The assumed maximum extent of damage shall be: .1 Side damage

.1.1 Longitudinal extent:

1/3 L2/3 or 14.5 m, whichever is less

.1.2 Transverse extent: measured inboard from the moulded line of the outer shell at right angles to the centreline at the level of the summer waterline

B/5 or 11.5 m, whichever is less

.1.3 Vertical extent: from the moulded line of the outer shell

Upwards, without limit

.2 Bottom damage: For 0.3 L from the forward

perpendicular of the ship

Any other part of the

ship

.2.1 Longitudinal extent:

1/3L2/3 or 14.5 m, whichever is less

1/3L2/3 or 14.5 m, whichever is less

.2.2 Transverse extent:

B/6 or 10 m, whichever is less

B/6 or 5 m, whichever is less

.2.3 Vertical extent: B/15 or 2 m, whichever is less, measured from the moulded line of the bottom shell plating at centreline (see 2.4.3)

B/15 or 2 m, whichever is less measured from the moulded line of the bottom shell plating at centreline (see 2.4.3)

2.3.2 Other damage 2.3.2.1 If any damage of a lesser extent than the maximum damage specified in 2.3.1 would result in a more severe condition, such damage shall be assumed. 2.3.2.2 Local damage anywhere in the cargo area extending inboard distance "d" as defined in 2.4.1, measured normal to the moulded line of the outer shell shall be considered. Bulkheads shall be assumed damaged when the relevant subparagraphs of 2.6.1 apply. If a damage of a lesser extent than "d" would result in a more severe condition, such damage shall be assumed. 2.4 Location of cargo tanks 2.4.1 Cargo tanks shall be located at the following distances inboard:

.1 Type 1G ships: from the moulded line of the outer shell, not less than the transverse extent of damage specified in 2.3.1.1.2 and, from the moulded line of the bottom shell at centreline, not less than the vertical extent of damage specified in 2.3.1.2.3, and nowhere less than "d" where "d" is as follows:

.1 for Vc below or equal 1,000 m3, d = 0.8 m; .2 for 1,000 m3 < Vc < 5,000 m3, d = 0.75 + Vc x 0.2/4,000 m;






.3 for 5,000 m3 ≤ Vc < 30,000 m3, d = 0.8 + Vc/25,000 m; and .4 for Vc ≥ 30,000 m3, d = 2 m,

where:

- Vc corresponds to 100% of the gross design volume of the individual cargo tank at 20°C, including domes and appendages (see figures 2.1 and 2.2). For the purpose of cargo tank protective distances, the cargo tank volume is the aggregate volume of all the parts of tank that have a common bulkhead(s); and

- "d" is measured at any cross section at a right angle from the

moulded line of outer shell. Tank size limitations may apply to type 1G ship cargoes in accordance with

chapter 17. .2 Types 2G/2PG: from the moulded line of the bottom shell at centreline not

less than the vertical extent of damage specified in 2.3.1.2.3 and nowhere less than "d" as indicated in 2.4.1.1 (see figures 2.1 and 2.3).

.3 Type 3G ships: from the moulded line of the bottom shell at centreline not

less than the vertical extent of damage specified in 2.3.1.2.3 and nowhere less than "d", where "d" = 0.8 m from the moulded line of outer shell (see figures 2.1 and 2.4).

2.4.2 For the purpose of tank location, the vertical extent of bottom damage shall be measured to the inner bottom when membrane or semi-membrane tanks are used, otherwise to the bottom of the cargo tanks. The transverse extent of side damage shall be measured to the longitudinal bulkhead when membrane or semi-membrane tanks are used, otherwise to the side of the cargo tanks. The distances indicated in 2.3 and 2.4 shall be applied as in figures 2.5(a) to (e). These distances shall be measured plate to plate, from the moulded line to the moulded line, excluding insulation.






2.4.3 Except for type 1G ships, suction wells installed in cargo tanks may protrude into the vertical extent of bottom damage specified in 2.3.1.2.3 provided that such wells are as small as practicable and the protrusion below the inner bottom plating does not exceed 25% of the depth of the double bottom or 350 mm, whichever is less. Where there is no double bottom, the protrusion below the upper limit of bottom damage shall not exceed 350 mm. Suction wells installed in accordance with this paragraph may be ignored when determining the compartments affected by damage. 2.4.4 Cargo tanks shall not be located forward of the collision bulkhead. 2.5 Flood assumptions 2.5.1 The requirements of 2.7 shall be confirmed by calculations that take into consideration the design characteristics of the ship, the arrangements, configuration and contents of the damaged compartments, the distribution, relative densities and the free surface effects of liquids and the draught and trim for all conditions of loading. 2.5.2 The permeabilities of spaces assumed to be damaged shall be as follows:

Spaces Permeabilities Stores 0.6 Accommodation 0.95 Machinery 0.85 Voids 0.95 Hold spaces 0.951 Consumable liquids 0 to 0.952 Other liquids 0 to 0.952

Note 1 Other values of permeability can be considered based on the detailed

calculations. Interpretations of regulation of part B-1 of SOLAS chapter II-1 (MSC/Circ.651) are referred.

Note 2 The permeability of partially filled compartments shall be consistent with the

amount of liquid carried in the compartment. 2.5.3 Wherever damage penetrates a tank containing liquids, it shall be assumed that the contents are completely lost from that compartment and replaced by salt water up to the level of the final plane of equilibrium. 2.5.4 Where the damage between transverse watertight bulkheads is envisaged, as specified in 2.6.1.4, 2.6.1.5, and 2.6.1.6, transverse bulkheads shall be spaced at least at a distance equal to the longitudinal extent of damage specified in 2.3.1.1.1 in order to be considered effective. Where transverse bulkheads are spaced at a lesser distance, one or more of these bulkheads within such extent of damage shall be assumed as non-existent for the purpose of determining flooded compartments. Further, any portion of a transverse bulkhead bounding side compartments or double bottom compartments shall be assumed damaged if the watertight bulkhead boundaries are within the extent of vertical or horizontal penetration required by 2.3. Also, any transverse bulkhead shall be assumed damaged if it contains a step or recess of more than 3 m in length located within the extent of penetration of assumed damage. The step formed by the after peak bulkhead and the after peak tank top shall not be regarded as a step for the purpose of this paragraph. 2.5.5 The ship shall be designed to keep unsymmetrical flooding to the minimum consistent with efficient arrangements.






2.5.6 Equalization arrangements requiring mechanical aids such as valves or cross-levelling pipes, if fitted, shall not be considered for the purpose of reducing an angle of heel or attaining the minimum range of residual stability to meet the requirements of 2.7.1, and sufficient residual stability shall be maintained during all stages where equalization is used. Spaces linked by ducts of large cross-sectional area may be considered to be common. 2.5.7 If pipes, ducts, trunks or tunnels are situated within the assumed extent of damage penetration, as defined in 2.3, arrangements shall be such that progressive flooding cannot thereby extend to compartments other than those assumed to be flooded for each case of damage. 2.5.8 The buoyancy of any superstructure directly above the side damage shall be disregarded. However, the unflooded parts of superstructures beyond the extent of damage may be taken into consideration, provided that:

.1 they are separated from the damaged space by watertight divisions and the requirements of 2.7.1.1 in respect of these intact spaces are complied with; and

.2 openings in such divisions are capable of being closed by remotely operated

sliding watertight doors and unprotected openings are not immersed within the minimum range of residual stability required in 2.7.2.1. However, the immersion of any other openings capable of being closed weathertight may be permitted.

2.6 Standard of damage 2.6.1 Ships shall be capable of surviving the damage indicated in 2.3 with the flood assumptions in 2.5, to the extent determined by the ship's type, according to the following standards:

.1 a type 1G ship shall be assumed to sustain damage anywhere in its length; .2 a type 2G ship of more than 150 m in length shall be assumed to sustain

damage anywhere in its length; .3 a type 2G ship of 150 m in length or less shall be assumed to sustain

damage anywhere in its length, except involving either of the bulkheads bounding a machinery space located aft;

.4 a type 2PG ship shall be assumed to sustain damage anywhere in its

length except involving transverse bulkheads spaced further apart than the longitudinal extent of damage as specified in 2.3.1.1.1;

.5 a type 3G ship of 80 m in length or more shall be assumed to sustain

damage anywhere in its length, except involving transverse bulkheads spaced further apart than the longitudinal extent of damage specified in 2.3.1.1.1; and

.6 a type 3G ship less than 80 m in length shall be assumed to sustain

damage anywhere in its length, except involving transverse bulkheads spaced further apart than the longitudinal extent of damage specified in 2.3.1.1.1 and except damage involving the machinery space when located after.






2.6.2 In the case of small type 2G/2PG and 3G ships that do not comply in all respects with the appropriate requirements of 2.6.1.3, 2.6.1.4 and 2.6.1.6, special dispensations may only be considered by the Administration provided that alternative measures can be taken which maintain the same degree of safety. The nature of the alternative measures shall be approved and clearly stated and be available to the port Administration. Any such dispensation shall be duly noted on the International Certificate of Fitness for the Carriage of Liquefied Gases in Bulk referred to in 1.4.4. 2.7 Survival requirements Ships subject to the Code shall be capable of surviving the assumed damage specified in 2.3, to the standard provided in 2.6, in a condition of stable equilibrium and shall satisfy the following criteria. 2.7.1 In any stage of flooding:

.1 the waterline, taking into account sinkage, heel and trim, shall be below the lower edge of any opening through which progressive flooding or downflooding may take place. Such openings shall include air pipes and openings that are closed by means of weathertight doors or hatch covers and may exclude those openings closed by means of watertight manhole covers and watertight flush scuttles, small watertight cargo tank hatch covers that maintain the high integrity of the deck, remotely operated watertight sliding doors and sidescuttles of the non-opening type;

.2 the maximum angle of heel due to unsymmetrical flooding shall not

exceed 30°; and .3 the residual stability during intermediate stages of flooding shall not be less

than that required by 2.7.2.1.

2.7.2 At final equilibrium after flooding:

.1 the righting lever curve shall have a minimum range of 20° beyond the position of equilibrium in association with a maximum residual righting lever of at least 0.1 m within the 20° range; the area under the curve within this range shall not be less than 0.0175 m-radians. The 20° range may be measured from any angle commencing between the position of equilibrium and the angle of 25° (or 30° if no deck immersion occurs). Unprotected openings shall not be immersed within this range unless the space concerned is assumed to be flooded. Within this range, the immersion of any of the openings listed in 2.7.1.1 and other openings capable of being closed weathertight may be permitted; and

.2 the emergency source of power shall be capable of operating.






CHAPTER 3

SHIP ARRANGEMENTS Goal To ensure that the cargo containment and handling system are located such that the consequences of any release of cargo will be minimized, and to provide safe access for operation and inspection. 3.1 Segregation of the cargo area 3.1.1 Hold spaces shall be segregated from machinery and boiler spaces, accommodation spaces, service spaces, control stations, chain lockers, domestic water tanks and from stores. Hold spaces shall be located forward of machinery spaces of category A. Alternative arrangements, including locating machinery spaces of category A forward, may be accepted, based on SOLAS regulation II-2/17, after further consideration of involved risks, including that of cargo release and the means of mitigation. 3.1.2 Where cargo is carried in a cargo containment system not requiring a complete or partial secondary barrier, segregation of hold spaces from spaces referred to in 3.1.1 or spaces either below or outboard of the hold spaces may be effected by cofferdams, oil fuel tanks or a single gastight bulkhead of all-welded construction forming an "A-60" class division. A gastight "A-0" class division is acceptable if there is no source of ignition or fire hazard in the adjoining spaces. 3.1.3 Where cargo is carried in a cargo containment system requiring a complete or partial secondary barrier, segregation of hold spaces from spaces referred to in 3.1.1, or spaces either below or outboard of the hold spaces that contain a source of ignition or fire hazard, shall be effected by cofferdams or oil fuel tanks. A gastight "A-0" class division is acceptable if there is no source of ignition or fire hazard in the adjoining spaces. 3.1.4 Turret compartments segregation from spaces referred to in 3.1.1, or spaces either below or outboard of the turret compartment that contain a source of ignition or fire hazard, shall be effected by cofferdams or an A-60 class division. A gastight "A-0" class division is acceptable if there is no source of ignition or fire hazard in the adjoining spaces. 3.1.5 In addition, the risk of fire propagation from turret compartments to adjacent spaces shall be evaluated by a risk analysis (see 1.1.11) and further preventive measures, such as the arrangement of a cofferdam around the turret compartment, shall be provided if needed. 3.1.6 When cargo is carried in a cargo containment system requiring a complete or partial secondary barrier:

.1 at temperatures below -10oC, hold spaces shall be segregated from the sea by a double bottom; and

.2 at temperatures below -55oC, the ship shall also have a longitudinal

bulkhead forming side tanks. 3.1.7 Arrangements shall be made for sealing the weather decks in way of openings for cargo containment systems.






3.2 Accommodation, service and machinery spaces and control stations 3.2.1 No accommodation space, service space or control station shall be located within the cargo area. The bulkhead of accommodation spaces, service spaces or control stations that face the cargo area shall be so located as to avoid the entry of gas from the hold space to such spaces through a single failure of a deck or bulkhead on a ship having a containment system requiring a secondary barrier. 3.2.2 To guard against the danger of hazardous vapours, due consideration shall be given to the location of air intakes/outlets and openings into accommodation, service and machinery spaces and control stations in relation to cargo piping, cargo vent systems and machinery space exhausts from gas burning arrangements. 3.2.3 Access through doors, gastight or otherwise, shall not be permitted from a non-hazardous area to a hazardous area except for access to service spaces forward of the cargo area through airlocks, as permitted by 3.6.1, when accommodation spaces are aft. 3.2.4.1 Entrances, air inlets and openings to accommodation spaces, service spaces, machinery spaces and control stations shall not face the cargo area. They shall be located on the end bulkhead not facing the cargo area or on the outboard side of the superstructure or deckhouse or on both at a distance of at least 4% of the length (L) of the ship but not less than 3 m from the end of the superstructure or deckhouse facing the cargo area. This distance, however, need not exceed 5 m. 3.2.4.2 Windows and sidescuttles facing the cargo area and on the sides of the superstructures or deckhouses within the distance mentioned above shall be of the fixed (non-opening) type. Wheelhouse windows may be non-fixed and wheelhouse doors may be located within the above limits so long as they are designed in a manner that a rapid and efficient gas and vapour tightening of the wheelhouse can be ensured.

3.2.4.3 For ships dedicated to the carriage of cargoes that have neither flammable nor toxic hazards, the Administration may approve relaxations from the above requirements.

3.2.4.4 Accesses to forecastle spaces containing sources of ignition may be permitted through a single door facing the cargo area, provided the doors are located outside hazardous areas as defined in chapter 10. 3.2.5 Windows and sidescuttles facing the cargo area and on the sides of the superstructures and deckhouses within the limits specified in 3.2.4, except wheelhouse windows, shall be constructed to "A-60" class. Wheelhouse windows shall be constructed to not less than "A-0" class (for external fire load). Sidescuttles in the shell below the uppermost continuous deck and in the first tier of the superstructure or deckhouse shall be of fixed (non-opening) type. 3.2.6 All air intakes, outlets and other openings into the accommodation spaces, service spaces and control stations shall be fitted with closing devices. When carrying toxic products, they shall be capable of being operated from inside the space. The requirement for fitting air intakes and openings with closing devices operated from inside the space for toxic products need not apply to spaces not normally manned, such as deck stores, forecastle stores, workshops. In addition, the requirement does not apply to cargo control rooms located within the cargo area. 3.2.7 Control rooms and machinery spaces of turret systems may be located in the cargo area forward or aft of cargo tanks in ships with such installations. Access to such spaces containing sources of ignition may be permitted through doors facing the cargo area, provided the doors are located outside hazardous areas or access is through airlocks.






3.3 Cargo machinery spaces and turret compartments 3.3.1 Cargo machinery spaces shall be situated above the weather deck and located within the cargo area. Cargo machinery spaces and turret compartments shall be treated as cargo pump-rooms for the purpose of fire protection according to SOLAS regulation II-2/9.2.4, and for the purpose of prevention of potential explosion according to SOLAS regulation ll-2/4.5.10. 3.3.2 When cargo machinery spaces are located at the after end of the aftermost hold space or at the forward end of the foremost hold space, the limits of the cargo area, as defined in 1.2.7, shall be extended to include the cargo machinery spaces for the full breadth and depth of the ship and the deck areas above those spaces. 3.3.3 Where the limits of the cargo area are extended by 3.3.2, the bulkhead that separates the cargo machinery spaces from accommodation and service spaces, control stations and machinery spaces of category A shall be located so as to avoid the entry of gas to these spaces through a single failure of a deck or bulkhead. 3.3.4 Cargo compressors and cargo pumps may be driven by electric motors in an adjacent non-hazardous space separated by a bulkhead or deck, if the seal around the bulkhead penetration ensures effective gastight segregation of the two spaces. Alternatively, such equipment may be driven by certified safe electric motors adjacent to them if the electrical installation complies with the requirements of chapter 10. 3.3.5 Arrangements of cargo machinery spaces and turret compartments shall ensure safe unrestricted access for personnel wearing protective clothing and breathing apparatus, and in the event of injury to allow unconscious personnel to be removed. At least two widely separated escape routes and doors shall be provided in cargo machinery spaces, except that a single escape route may be accepted where the maximum travel distance to the door is 5 m or less. 3.3.6 All valves necessary for cargo handling shall be readily accessible to personnel wearing protective clothing. Suitable arrangements shall be made to deal with drainage of pump and compressor rooms. 3.3.7 Turret compartments shall be designed to retain their structural integrity in case of explosion or uncontrolled high-pressure gas release (overpressure and/or brittle fracture), the characteristics of which shall be substantiated on the basis of a risk analysis with due consideration of the capabilities of the pressure relieving devices. 3.4 Cargo control rooms 3.4.1 Any cargo control room shall be above the weather deck and may be located in the cargo area. The cargo control room may be located within the accommodation spaces, service spaces or control stations, provided the following conditions are complied with:

.1 the cargo control room is a non-hazardous area; .2 if the entrance complies with 3.2.4.1, the control room may have access to

the spaces described above; and

.3 if the entrance does not comply with 3.2.4.1, the cargo control room shall have no access to the spaces described above and the boundaries for such spaces shall be insulated to "A-60" class.






3.4.2 If the cargo control room is designed to be a non-hazardous area, instrumentation shall, as far as possible, be by indirect reading systems and shall, in any case, be designed to prevent any escape of gas into the atmosphere of that space. Location of the gas detection system within the cargo control room will not cause the room to be classified as a hazardous area, if installed in accordance with 13.6.11. 3.4.3 If the cargo control room for ships carrying flammable cargoes is classified as a hazardous area, sources of ignition shall be excluded and any electrical equipment shall be installed in accordance with chapter 10. 3.5 Access to spaces in the cargo area 3.5.1 Visual inspection of at least one side of the inner hull structure shall be possible without the removal of any fixed structure or fitting. If such a visual inspection, whether combined with those inspections required in 3.5.2, 4.6.2.4 or 4.20.3.7 or not, is only possible at the outer face of the inner hull, the inner hull shall not be a fuel-oil tank boundary wall. 3.5.2 Inspection of one side of any insulation in hold spaces shall be possible. If the integrity of the insulation system can be verified by inspection of the outside of the hold space boundary when tanks are at service temperature, inspection of one side of the insulation in the hold space need not be required. 3.5.3 Arrangements for hold spaces, void spaces, cargo tanks and other spaces classified as hazardous areas, shall be such as to allow entry and inspection of any such space by personnel wearing protective clothing and breathing apparatus and shall also allow for the evacuation of injured and/or unconscious personnel. Such arrangements shall comply with the following:

.1 Access shall be provided as follows:

.1 access to all cargo tanks. Access shall be direct from the weather deck;

.2 access through horizontal openings¸ hatches or manholes.

The dimensions shall be sufficient to allow a person wearing a breathing apparatus to ascend or descend any ladder without obstruction, and also to provide a clear opening to facilitate the hoisting of an injured person from the bottom of the space. The minimum clear opening shall be not less than 600 mm x 600 mm;

.3 access through vertical openings or manholes providing passage

through the length and breadth of the space. The minimum clear opening shall be not less than 600 mm x 800 mm at a height of not more than 600 mm from the bottom plating unless gratings or other footholds are provided; and

.4 circular access openings to type C tanks shall have a diameter of

not less than 600 mm.

.2 The dimensions referred to in 3.5.3.1.2 and 3.5.3.1.3 may be decreased, if the requirements of 3.5.3 can be met to the satisfaction of the Administration.

.3 Where cargo is carried in a containment system requiring a secondary

barrier, the requirements of 3.5.3.1.2 and 3.5.3.1.3 do not apply to spaces separated from a hold space by a single gastight steel boundary. Such spaces shall be provided only with direct or indirect access from the weather deck, not including any enclosed non-hazardous area.






.4 Access required for inspection shall be a designated access through structures below and above cargo tanks, which shall have at least the cross-sections as required by 3.5.3.1.3.

.5 For the purpose of 3.5.1 or 3.5.2, the following shall apply:

.1 where it is required to pass between the surface to be inspected,

flat or curved, and structures such as deck beams, stiffeners, frames, girders, etc., the distance between that surface and the free edge of the structural elements shall be at least 380 mm. The distance between the surface to be inspected and the surface to which the above structural elements are fitted, e.g. deck, bulkhead or shell, shall be at least 450 mm for a curved tank surface (e.g. for a type C tank), or 600 mm for a flat tank surface (e.g. for a type A tank) (see figure 3.1);

.2 where it is not required to pass between the surface to be inspected

and any part of the structure, for visibility reasons the distance between the free edge of that structural element and the surface to be inspected shall be at least 50 mm or half the breadth of the structure's face plate, whichever is the larger (see figure 3.2);

.3 if for inspection of a curved surface where it is required to pass

between that surface and another surface, flat or curved, to which no structural elements are fitted, the distance between both surfaces shall be at least 380 mm (see figure 3.3). Where it is not required to pass between that curved surface and another surface, a smaller distance than 380 mm may be accepted taking into account the shape of the curved surface;

.4 if for inspection of an approximately flat surface where it is required

to pass between two approximately flat and approximately parallel surfaces, to which no structural elements are fitted, the distance between those surfaces shall be at least 600 mm. Where fixed access ladders are fitted, a clearance of at least 450 mm shall be provided for access (see figure 3.4);

.5 the minimum distances between a cargo tank sump and adjacent

double bottom structure in way of a suction well shall not be less than those shown in figure 3.5 (figure 3.5 shows that the distance between the plane surfaces of the sump and the well is a minimum of 150 mm and that the clearance between the edge between the inner bottom plate, and the vertical side of the well and the knuckle point between the spherical or circular surface and sump of the tank is at least 380 mm). If there is no suction well, the distance between the cargo tank sump and the inner bottom shall not be less than 50 mm;

.6 the distance between a cargo tank dome and deck structures shall

not be less than 150 mm (see figure 3.6); .7 fixed or portable staging shall be installed as necessary for

inspection of cargo tanks, cargo tank supports and restraints (e.g. anti-pitching, anti-rolling and anti-flotation chocks), cargo tank insulation etc. This staging shall not impair the clearances specified in 3.5.3.5.1 to 3.5.3.5.4; and






.8 if fixed or portable ventilation ducting shall be fitted in compliance with 12.1.2, such ducting shall not impair the distances required under 3.5.3.5.1 to 3.5.3.5.4.

3.5.4 Access from the open weather deck to non-hazardous areas shall be located outside the hazardous areas as defined in chapter 10, unless the access is by means of an airlock in accordance with 3.6. 3.5.5 Turret compartments shall be arranged with two independent means of access/egress. 3.5.6 Access from a hazardous area below the weather deck to a non-hazardous area is not permitted. 3.6 Airlocks 3.6.1 Access between hazardous area on the open weather deck and non-hazardous spaces shall be by means of an airlock. This shall consist of two self-closing, substantially gastight, steel doors without any holding back arrangements, capable of maintaining the overpressure, at least 1.5 m but no more than 2.5 m apart. The airlock space shall be artificially ventilated from a non-hazardous area and maintained at an overpressure to the hazardous area on the weather deck. 3.6.2 Where spaces are protected by pressurization, the ventilation shall be designed and installed in accordance with recognized standards5. 3.6.3 An audible and visible alarm system to give a warning on both sides of the airlock shall be provided. The visible alarm shall indicate if one door is open. The audible alarm shall sound if doors on both sides of the air lock are moved from the closed positions. 3.6.4 In ships carrying flammable products, electrical equipment that is located in spaces protected by airlocks and not of the certified safe type, shall be de-energized in case of loss of overpressure in the space. 3.6.5 Electrical equipment for manoeuvring, anchoring and mooring, as well as emergency fire pumps that are located in spaces protected by airlocks, shall be of a certified safe type. 3.6.6 The airlock space shall be monitored for cargo vapours (see 13.6.2). 3.6.7 Subject to the requirements of the International Convention on Load Lines in force, the door sill shall not be less than 300 mm in height. 3.7 Bilge, ballast and oil fuel arrangements 3.7.1 Where cargo is carried in a cargo containment system not requiring a secondary barrier, suitable drainage arrangements for the hold spaces that are not connected with the machinery space shall be provided. Means of detecting any leakage shall be provided. 3.7.2 Where there is a secondary barrier, suitable drainage arrangements for dealing with any leakage into the hold or insulation spaces through the adjacent ship structure shall be provided. The suction shall not lead to pumps inside the machinery space. Means of detecting such leakage shall be provided.

5 Such as the recommended publication by the International Electrotechnical Commission, in particular

IEC 60092-502:1999.






3.7.3 The hold or interbarrier spaces of type A independent tank ships shall be provided with a drainage system suitable for handling liquid cargo in the event of cargo tank leakage or rupture. Such arrangements shall provide for the return of any cargo leakage to the liquid cargo piping. 3.7.4 Arrangements referred to in 3.7.3 shall be provided with a removable spool piece. 3.7.5 Ballast spaces, including wet duct keels used as ballast piping, oil fuel tanks and non-hazardous spaces, may be connected to pumps in the machinery spaces. Dry duct keels with ballast piping passing through may be connected to pumps in the machinery spaces, provided the connections are led directly to the pumps, and the discharge from the pumps is led directly overboard with no valves or manifolds in either line that could connect the line from the duct keel to lines serving non-hazardous spaces. Pump vents shall not be open to machinery spaces. 3.8 Bow and stern loading and unloading arrangements 3.8.1 Subject to the requirements of this section and chapter 5, cargo piping may be arranged to permit bow or stern loading and unloading. 3.8.2 Bow or stern loading and unloading lines that are led past accommodation spaces, service spaces or control stations shall not be used for the transfer of products requiring a type 1G ship. Bow or stern loading and unloading lines shall not be used for the transfer of toxic products as specified in 1.2.53, where the design pressure is above 2.5 MPa. 3.8.3 Portable arrangements shall not be permitted. 3.8.4.1 Entrances, air inlets and openings to accommodation spaces, service spaces, machinery spaces and controls stations, shall not face the cargo shore connection location of bow or stern loading and unloading arrangements. They shall be located on the outboard side of the superstructure or deckhouse at a distance of at least 4% of the length of the ship, but not less than 3 m from the end of the superstructure or deckhouse facing the cargo shore connection location of the bow or stern loading and unloading arrangements. This distance need not exceed 5 m. 3.8.4.2 Windows and sidescuttles facing the shore connection location and on the sides of the superstructure or deckhouse within the distance mentioned above shall be of the fixed (non-opening) type. 3.8.4.3 In addition, during the use of the bow or stern loading and unloading arrangements, all doors, ports and other openings on the corresponding superstructure or deckhouse side shall be kept closed. 3.8.4.4 Where, in the case of small ships, compliance with 3.2.4.1 to 3.2.4.4 and 3.8.4.1 to 3.8.4.3 is not possible, the Administration may approve relaxations from the above requirements. 3.8.5 Deck openings and air inlets and outlets to spaces within distances of 10 m from the cargo shore connection location shall be kept closed during the use of bow or stern loading or unloading arrangements. 3.8.6 Firefighting arrangements for the bow or stern loading and unloading areas shall be in accordance with 11.3.1.4 and 11.4.6. 3.8.7 Means of communication between the cargo control station and the shore connection location shall be provided and, where applicable, certified for use in hazardous areas.






CHAPTER 4

CARGO CONTAINMENT Goal

To ensure the safe containment of cargo under all design and operating conditions having regard to the nature of the cargo carried. This will include measures to:

.1 provide strength to withstand defined loads;

.2 maintain the cargo in a liquid state;

.3 design for or protect the hull structure from low temperature exposure; and

.4 prevent the ingress of water or air into the cargo containment system. 4.1 Definitions 4.1.1 A cold spot is a part of the hull or thermal insulation surface where a localized temperature decrease occurs with respect to the allowable minimum temperature of the hull or of its adjacent hull structure, or to design capabilities of cargo pressure/temperature control systems required in chapter 7. 4.1.2 Design vapour pressure "P0" is the maximum gauge pressure, at the top of the tank, to be used in the design of the tank. 4.1.3 Design temperature for selection of materials is the minimum temperature at which cargo may be loaded or transported in the cargo tanks. 4.1.4 Independent tanks are self-supporting tanks. They do not form part of the ship's hull and are not essential to the hull strength. There are three categories of independent tank, which are referred to in 4.21, 4.22 and 4.23. 4.1.5 Membrane tanks are non-self-supporting tanks that consist of a thin liquid and gastight layer (membrane) supported through insulation by the adjacent hull structure. Membrane tanks are covered in 4.24. 4.1.6 Integral tanks are tanks that form a structural part of the hull and are influenced in the same manner by the loads that stress the adjacent hull structure. Integral tanks are covered in 4.25. 4.1.7 Semi-membrane tanks are non-self-supporting tanks in the loaded condition and consist of a layer, parts of which are supported through insulation by the adjacent hull structure. Semi-membrane tanks are covered in 4.26. 4.1.8 In addition to the definitions in 1.2, the definitions given in this chapter shall apply throughout the Code. 4.2 Application Unless otherwise specified in part E, the requirements of parts A to D shall apply to all types of tanks, including those covered in part F.






PART A CARGO CONTAINMENT

4.3 Functional requirements 4.3.1 The design life of the cargo containment system shall not be less than the design life of the ship. 4.3.2 Cargo containment systems shall be designed for North Atlantic environmental conditions and relevant long-term sea state scatter diagrams for unrestricted navigation. Lesser environmental conditions, consistent with the expected usage, may be accepted by the Administration for cargo containment systems used exclusively for restricted navigation. Greater environmental conditions may be required for cargo containment systems operated in conditions more severe than the North Atlantic environment. 4.3.3 Cargo containment systems shall be designed with suitable safety margins:

.1 to withstand, in the intact condition, the environmental conditions anticipated for the cargo containment system's design life and the loading conditions appropriate for them, which include full homogeneous and partial load conditions, partial filling within defined limits and ballast voyage loads; and

.2 being appropriate for uncertainties in loads, structural modelling, fatigue,

corrosion, thermal effects, material variability, ageing and construction tolerances.

4.3.4 The cargo containment system structural strength shall be assessed against failure modes, including but not limited to plastic deformation, buckling and fatigue. The specific design conditions which shall be considered for the design of each cargo containment system are given in 4.21 to 4.26. There are three main categories of design conditions:

.1 Ultimate design conditions – the cargo containment system structure and its structural components shall withstand loads liable to occur during its construction, testing and anticipated use in service, without loss of structural integrity. The design shall take into account proper combinations of the following loads:

.1 internal pressure; .2 external pressure; .3 dynamic loads due to the motion of the ship; .4 thermal loads; .5 sloshing loads; .6 loads corresponding to ship deflections; .7 tank and cargo weight with the corresponding reaction in way of

supports; .8 insulation weight; .9 loads in way of towers and other attachments; and .10 test loads.






.2 Fatigue design conditions – the cargo containment system structure and its structural components shall not fail under accumulated cyclic loading.

.3 The cargo containment system shall meet the following criteria:

.1 Collision – the cargo containment system shall be protectively located

in accordance with 2.4.1 and withstand the collision loads specified in 4.15.1 without deformation of the supports, or the tank structure in way of the supports, likely to endanger the tank structure.

.2 Fire – the cargo containment systems shall sustain, without

rupture, the rise in internal pressure specified in 8.4.1 under the fire scenarios envisaged therein.

.3 Flooded compartment causing buoyancy on tank – the anti-flotation

arrangements shall sustain the upward force, specified in 4.15.2, and there shall be no endangering plastic deformation to the hull.

4.3.5 Measures shall be applied to ensure that scantlings required meet the structural strength provisions and be maintained throughout the design life. Measures may include, but are not limited to, material selection, coatings, corrosion additions, cathodic protection and inerting. Corrosion allowance need not be required in addition to the thickness resulting from the structural analysis. However, where there is no environmental control, such as inerting around the cargo tank, or where the cargo is of a corrosive nature, the Administration or recognized organization acting on its behalf may require a suitable corrosion allowance. 4.3.6 An inspection/survey plan for the cargo containment system shall be developed and approved by the Administration or recognized organization acting on its behalf. The inspection/survey plan shall identify areas that need inspection during surveys throughout the cargo containment system's life and, in particular, all necessary in-service survey and maintenance that was assumed when selecting cargo containment system design parameters. Cargo containment systems shall be designed, constructed and equipped to provide adequate means of access to areas that need inspection as specified in the inspection/survey plan. Cargo containment systems, including all associated internal equipment, shall be designed and built to ensure safety during operations, inspection and maintenance (see 3.5). 4.4 Cargo containment safety principles 4.4.1 The containment systems shall be provided with a full secondary liquid-tight barrier capable of safely containing all potential leakages through the primary barrier and, in conjunction with the thermal insulation system, of preventing lowering of the temperature of the ship structure to an unsafe level. 4.4.2 However, the size and configuration or arrangement of the secondary barrier may be reduced where an equivalent level of safety is demonstrated in accordance with the requirements of 4.4.3 to 4.4.5, as applicable. 4.4.3 Cargo containment systems for which the probability for structural failures to develop into a critical state has been determined to be extremely low, but where the possibility of leakages through the primary barrier cannot be excluded, shall be equipped with a partial secondary barrier and small leak protection system capable of safely handling and disposing of the leakages. The arrangements shall comply with the following requirements:

.1 failure developments that can be reliably detected before reaching a critical state (e.g. by gas detection or inspection) shall have a sufficiently long development time for remedial actions to be taken; and






.2 failure developments that cannot be safely detected before reaching a critical state shall have a predicted development time that is much longer than the expected lifetime of the tank.

4.4.4 No secondary barrier is required for cargo containment systems, e.g. type C independent tanks, where the probability for structural failures and leakages through the primary barrier is extremely low and can be neglected. 4.4.5 No secondary barrier is required where the cargo temperature at atmospheric pressure is at or above -10°C. 4.5 Secondary barriers in relation to tank types Secondary barriers in relation to the tank types defined in 4.21 to 4.26 shall be provided in accordance with the following table. Cargo temperature at atmospheric pressure

-10°C and above

Below -10°C down to -55°C Below -55°C

Basic tank type No secondary barrier required

Hull may act as secondary barrier

Separate secondary barrier where required

Integral Membrane Semi-membrane Independent:

-type A -type B -type C

Tank type not normally allowed1 Complete secondary barrier Complete secondary barrier2 Complete secondary barrier Partial secondary barrier No secondary barrier required

Note 1: A complete secondary barrier shall normally be required if cargoes with a temperature at atmospheric pressure below -10°C are permitted in accordance with 4.25.1.

Note 2: In the case of semi-membrane tanks that comply in all respects with the

requirements applicable to type B independent tanks, except for the manner of support, the Administration may, after special consideration, accept a partial secondary barrier.

4.6 Design of secondary barriers 4.6.1 Where the cargo temperature at atmospheric pressure is not below -55°C, the hull structure may act as a secondary barrier based on the following:

.1 the hull material shall be suitable for the cargo temperature at atmospheric pressure as required by 4.19.1.4; and

.2 the design shall be such that this temperature will not result in unacceptable

hull stresses.

4.6.2 The design of the secondary barrier shall be such that:

.1 it is capable of containing any envisaged leakage of liquid cargo for a period of 15 days, unless different criteria apply for particular voyages, taking into account the load spectrum referred to in 4.18.2.6;






.2 physical, mechanical, or operational events within the cargo tank that could cause failure of the primary barrier shall not impair the due function of the secondary barrier, or vice versa;

.3 failure of a support or an attachment to the hull structure will not lead to

loss of liquid tightness of both the primary and secondary barriers; .4 it is capable of being periodically checked for its effectiveness by means

acceptable to the Administration or recognized organization acting on its behalf. This may be by means of a visual inspection or a pressure/vacuum test or other suitable means carried out according to a documented procedure agreed with the Administration or the recognized organization acting on its behalf;

.5 the methods required in .4 above shall be approved by the Administration

or recognized organization acting on its behalf and shall include, where applicable to the test procedure:

.1 details on the size of defect acceptable and the location within the

secondary barrier, before its liquid-tight effectiveness is compromised;

.2 accuracy and range of values of the proposed method for

detecting defects in .1 above; .3 scaling factors to be used in determining the acceptance criteria,

if full scale model testing is not undertaken; and .4 effects of thermal and mechanical cyclic loading on the

effectiveness of the proposed test; and

.6 the secondary barrier shall fulfil its functional requirements at a static angle of heel of 30°.

4.7 Partial secondary barriers and primary barrier small leak protection system 4.7.1 Partial secondary barriers as permitted in 4.4.3 shall be used with a small leak protection system and meet all the requirements in 4.6.2. The small leak protection system shall include means to detect a leak in the primary barrier, provision such as a spray shield to deflect any liquid cargo down into the partial secondary barrier, and means to dispose of the liquid, which may be by natural evaporation. 4.7.2 The capacity of the partial secondary barrier shall be determined, based on the cargo leakage corresponding to the extent of failure resulting from the load spectrum referred to in 4.18.2.6, after the initial detection of a primary leak. Due account may be taken of liquid evaporation, rate of leakage, pumping capacity and other relevant factors. 4.7.3 The required liquid leakage detection may be by means of liquid sensors, or by an effective use of pressure, temperature or gas detection systems, or any combination thereof. 4.8 Supporting arrangements 4.8.1 The cargo tanks shall be supported by the hull in a manner that prevents bodily movement of the tank under the static and dynamic loads defined in 4.12 to 4.15, where applicable, while allowing contraction and expansion of the tank under temperature variations and hull deflections without undue stressing of the tank and the hull.






4.8.2 Anti-flotation arrangements shall be provided for independent tanks and capable of withstanding the loads defined in 4.15.2 without plastic deformation likely to endanger the hull structure. 4.8.3 Supports and supporting arrangements shall withstand the loads defined in 4.13.9 and 4.15, but these loads need not be combined with each other or with wave-induced loads. 4.9 Associated structure and equipment 4.9.1 Cargo containment systems shall be designed for the loads imposed by associated structure and equipment. This includes pump towers, cargo domes, cargo pumps and piping, stripping pumps and piping, nitrogen piping, access hatches, ladders, piping penetrations, liquid level gauges, independent level alarm gauges, spray nozzles, and instrumentation systems (such as pressure, temperature and strain gauges). 4.10 Thermal insulation 4.10.1 Thermal insulation shall be provided, as required, to protect the hull from temperatures below those allowable (see 4.19.1) and limit the heat flux into the tank to the levels that can be maintained by the pressure and temperature control system applied in chapter 7. 4.10.2 In determining the insulation performance, due regard shall be given to the amount of the acceptable boil-off in association with the reliquefaction plant on board, main propulsion machinery or other temperature control system.

PART B DESIGN LOADS

4.11 General This section defines the design loads to be considered with regard to the requirements in 4.16, 4.17 and 4.18. This includes:

.1 load categories (permanent, functional, environmental and accidental) and the description of the loads;

.2 the extent to which these loads shall be considered depending on the type

of tank, and is more fully detailed in the following paragraphs; and .3 tanks, together with their supporting structure and other fixtures, that shall

be designed taking into account relevant combinations of the loads described below.

4.12 Permanent loads 4.12.1 Gravity loads The weight of tank, thermal insulation, loads caused by towers and other attachments shall be considered. 4.12.2 Permanent external loads Gravity loads of structures and equipment acting externally on the tank shall be considered.






4.13 Functional loads 4.13.1 Loads arising from the operational use of the tank system shall be classified as functional loads. All functional loads that are essential for ensuring the integrity of the tank system, during all design conditions, shall be considered. As a minimum, the effects from the following criteria, as applicable, shall be considered when establishing functional loads:

.1 internal pressure; .2 external pressure; .3 thermally induced loads; .4 vibration; .5 interaction loads; .6 loads associated with construction and installation; .7 test loads; .8 static heel loads; and .9 weight of cargo.

4.13.2 Internal pressure

.1 In all cases, including 4.13.2.2, Po shall not be less than MARVS. .2 For cargo tanks, where there is no temperature control and where the

pressure of the cargo is dictated only by the ambient temperature, Po shall not be less than the gauge vapour pressure of the cargo at a temperature of 45°C except as follows:

.1 lower values of ambient temperature may be accepted by the

Administration or recognized organization acting on its behalf for ships operating in restricted areas. Conversely, higher values of ambient temperature may be required; and

.2 for ships on voyages of restricted duration, Po may be calculated

based on the actual pressure rise during the voyage, and account may be taken of any thermal insulation of the tank.

.3 Subject to special consideration by the Administration and to the limitations

given in 4.21 to 4.26, for the various tank types, a vapour pressure Ph higher than Po may be accepted for site specific conditions (harbour or other locations), where dynamic loads are reduced. Any relief valve setting resulting from this paragraph shall be recorded in the International Certificate of Fitness for the Carriage of Liquefied Gases in Bulk.

.4 The internal pressure Peq results from the vapour pressure Po or Ph plus the

maximum associated dynamic liquid pressure Pgd, , but not including the effects of liquid sloshing loads. Guidance formulae for associated dynamic liquid pressure Pgd are given in 4.28.1.






4.13.3 External pressure

External design pressure loads shall be based on the difference between the minimum internal pressure and the maximum external pressure to which any portion of the tank may be simultaneously subjected. 4.13.4 Thermally induced loads 4.13.4.1 Transient thermally induced loads during cooling down periods shall be considered for tanks intended for cargo temperatures below -55°C. 4.13.4.2 Stationary thermally induced loads shall be considered for cargo containment systems where the design supporting arrangements or attachments and operating temperature may give rise to significant thermal stresses (see 7.2). 4.13.5 Vibration The potentially damaging effects of vibration on the cargo containment system shall be considered. 4.13.6 Interaction loads The static component of loads resulting from interaction between cargo containment system and the hull structure, as well as loads from associated structure and equipment, shall be considered. 4.13.7 Loads associated with construction and installation

Loads or conditions associated with construction and installation, e.g. lifting, shall be considered. 4.13.8 Test loads Account shall be taken of the loads corresponding to the testing of the cargo containment system referred to in 4.21 to 4.26. 4.13.9 Static heel loads Loads corresponding to the most unfavourable static heel angle within the range 0° to 30° shall be considered. 4.13.10 Other loads

Any other loads not specifically addressed, which could have an effect on the cargo containment system, shall be taken into account. 4.14 Environmental loads Environmental loads are defined as those loads on the cargo containment system that are caused by the surrounding environment and that are not otherwise classified as a permanent, functional or accidental load. 4.14.1 Loads due to ship motion 4.14.1.1 The determination of dynamic loads shall take into account the long-term distribution of ship motion in irregular seas, which the ship will experience during its operating life. Account may be taken of the reduction in dynamic loads due to necessary speed reduction and variation of heading.






4.14.1.2 The ship's motion shall include surge, sway, heave, roll, pitch and yaw. The accelerations acting on tanks shall be estimated at their centre of gravity and include the following components:

.1 vertical acceleration: motion accelerations of heave, pitch and, possibly, roll (normal to the ship base);

.2 transverse acceleration: motion accelerations of sway, yaw and roll and

gravity component of roll; and .3 longitudinal acceleration: motion accelerations of surge and pitch and

gravity component of pitch. 4.14.1.3 Methods to predict accelerations due to ship motion shall be proposed and approved by the Administration or recognized organization acting on its behalf. 4.14.1.4 Guidance formulae for acceleration components are given in 4.28.2. 4.14.1.5 Ships for restricted service may be given special consideration. 4.14.2 Dynamic interaction loads Account shall be taken of the dynamic component of loads resulting from interaction between cargo containment systems and the hull structure, including loads from associated structures and equipment. 4.14.3 Sloshing loads

4.14.3.1 The sloshing loads on a cargo containment system and internal components shall be evaluated based on allowable filling levels. 4.14.3.2 When significant sloshing-induced loads are expected to be present, special tests and calculations shall be required covering the full range of intended filling levels. 4.14.4 Snow and ice loads Snow and icing shall be considered, if relevant. 4.14.5 Loads due to navigation in ice

Loads due to navigation in ice shall be considered for vessels intended for such service. 4.15 Accidental loads Accidental loads are defined as loads that are imposed on a cargo containment system and its supporting arrangements under abnormal and unplanned conditions. 4.15.1 Collision loads The collision load shall be determined based on the cargo containment system under fully loaded condition with an inertial force corresponding to 0.5 g in the forward direction and 0.25 g in the aft direction, where "g" is gravitational acceleration.






4.15.2 Loads due to flooding on ship

For independent tanks, loads caused by the buoyancy of an empty tank in a hold space flooded to the summer load draught shall be considered in the design of the anti-flotation chocks and the supporting hull structure.

PART C STRUCTURAL INTEGRITY

4.16 General 4.16.1 The structural design shall ensure that tanks have an adequate capacity to sustain all relevant loads with an adequate margin of safety. This shall take into account the possibility of plastic deformation, buckling, fatigue and loss of liquid and gas tightness. 4.16.2 The structural integrity of cargo containment systems shall be demonstrated by compliance with 4.21 to 4.26, as appropriate, for the cargo containment system type. 4.16.3 The structural integrity of cargo containment system types that are of novel design and differ significantly from those covered by 4.21 to 4.26 shall be demonstrated by compliance with 4.27 to ensure that the overall level of safety provided in this chapter is maintained. 4.17 Structural analyses 4.17.1 Analysis

4.17.1.1 The design analyses shall be based on accepted principles of statics, dynamics and strength of materials. 4.17.1.2 Simplified methods or simplified analyses may be used to calculate the load effects, provided that they are conservative. Model tests may be used in combination with, or instead of, theoretical calculations. In cases where theoretical methods are inadequate, model or full-scale tests may be required. 4.17.1.3 When determining responses to dynamic loads, the dynamic effect shall be taken into account where it may affect structural integrity. 4.17.2 Load scenarios

4.17.2.1 For each location or part of the cargo containment system to be considered and for each possible mode of failure to be analysed, all relevant combinations of loads that may act simultaneously shall be considered. 4.17.2.2 The most unfavourable scenarios for all relevant phases during construction, handling, testing and in service, and conditions shall be considered. 4.17.3 When the static and dynamic stresses are calculated separately, and unless other methods of calculation are justified, the total stresses shall be calculated according to:

2

.. dynxstxx

2

.. dynystyy

2

.. dynzstzz






2

.. dynxystxyxy

2

.. dynxzstxzxz

2

.. dynyzstyzyz where: x.st, y.st, z.st, xy.st, xz.st and yz.st are static stresses; and x.dyn, y.dyn, z.dyn, xy.dyn, xz.dyn and yz.dyn are dynamic stresses, each shall be determined separately from acceleration components and hull strain components due to deflection and torsion. 4.18 Design conditions All relevant failure modes shall be considered in the design for all relevant load scenarios and design conditions. The design conditions are given in the earlier part of this chapter, and the load scenarios are covered by 4.17.2. 4.18.1 Ultimate design condition Structural capacity may be determined by testing, or by analysis, taking into account both the elastic and plastic material properties, by simplified linear elastic analysis or by the Code provisions. 4.18.1.1 Plastic deformation and buckling shall be considered. 4.18.1.2 Analysis shall be based on characteristic load values as follows: Permanent loads: Expected values Functional loads: Specified values Environmental loads: For wave loads: most probable largest load

encountered during 108 wave encounters.

4.18.1.3 For the purpose of ultimate strength assessment, the following material parameters apply:

.1.1 Re = specified minimum yield stress at room temperature (N/mm2). If the stress-strain curve does not show a defined yield stress, the 0.2% proof stress applies.

.1.2 Rm = specified minimum tensile strength at room temperature (N/mm2).

For welded connections where under-matched welds, i.e. where the weld metal has lower tensile strength than the parent metal, are unavoidable, such as in some aluminium alloys, the respective Re and Rm of the welds, after any applied heat treatment, shall be used. In such cases, the transverse weld tensile strength shall not be less than the actual yield strength of the parent metal. If this cannot be achieved, welded structures made from such materials shall not be incorporated in cargo containment systems.

.2 The above properties shall correspond to the minimum specified

mechanical properties of the material, including the weld metal in the as-fabricated condition. Subject to special consideration by the Administration or recognized organization acting on its behalf, account






may be taken of the enhanced yield stress and tensile strength at low temperature. The temperature on which the material properties are based shall be shown on the International Certificate of Fitness for the Carriage of Liquefied Gases in Bulk required in 1.4.

4.18.1.4 The equivalent stress C (von Mises, Huber) shall be determined by:

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yzxzxyzyzxyxzyxc

where: x = total normal stress in x-direction; y = total normal stress in y-direction; z = total normal stress in z-direction; xy = total shear stress in x-y plane; xz = total shear stress in x-z plane; and yz = total shear stress in y-z plane. The above values shall be calculated as described in 4.17.3. 4.18.1.5 Allowable stresses for materials other than those covered by chapter 6 shall be subject to approval by the Administration or recognized organization acting on its behalf in each case. 4.18.1.6 Stresses may be further limited by fatigue analysis, crack propagation analysis and buckling criteria. 4.18.2 Fatigue design condition 4.18.2.1 The fatigue design condition is the design condition with respect to accumulated cyclic loading. 4.18.2.2 Where a fatigue analysis is required, the cumulative effect of the fatigue load shall comply with:

w

Loading

Loading

i

i CN

n

N

n

where:

ni = number of stress cycles at each stress level during the life of the tank;

Ni = number of cycles to fracture for the respective stress level according to the Wohler (S-N) curve;

nLoading = number of loading and unloading cycles during the life of the tank, not to be less than 10006. Loading and unloading cycles include a complete pressure and thermal cycle;

NLoading = number of cycles to fracture for the fatigue loads due to loading and unloading; and

Cw = maximum allowable cumulative fatigue damage ratio.

The fatigue damage shall be based on the design life of the tank but not less than 108 wave encounters.

6 1,000 cycles normally corresponds to 20 years of operation.






4.18.2.3 Where required, the cargo containment system shall be subject to fatigue analysis, considering all fatigue loads and their appropriate combinations for the expected life of the cargo containment system. Consideration shall be given to various filling conditions. 4.18.2.4.1 Design S-N curves used in the analysis shall be applicable to the materials and weldments, construction details, fabrication procedures and applicable state of the stress envisioned. 4.18.2.4.2 The S-N curves shall be based on a 97.6% probability of survival corresponding to the mean-minus-two-standard-deviation curves of relevant experimental data up to final failure. Use of S-N curves derived in a different way requires adjustments to the acceptable Cw values specified in 4.18.2.7 to 4.18.2.9. 4.18.2.5 Analysis shall be based on characteristic load values as follows: Permanent loads: Expected values Functional loads: Specified values or specified history Environmental loads: Expected load history, but not less than 108 cycles If simplified dynamic loading spectra are used for the estimation of the fatigue life, they shall be specially considered by the Administration or recognized organization acting on its behalf. 4.18.2.6.1 Where the size of the secondary barrier is reduced, as is provided for in 4.4.3, fracture mechanics analyses of fatigue crack growth shall be carried out to determine:

.1 crack propagation paths in the structure; .2 crack growth rate; .3 the time required for a crack to propagate to cause a leakage from the

tank; .4 the size and shape of through thickness cracks; and .5 the time required for detectable cracks to reach a critical state.

The fracture mechanics are, in general, based on crack growth data taken as a mean value plus two standard deviations of the test data. 4.18.2.6.2 In analysing crack propagation, the largest initial crack not detectable by the inspection method applied shall be assumed, taking into account the allowable non-destructive testing and visual inspection criterion, as applicable. 4.18.2.6.3 Crack propagation analysis under the condition specified in 4.18.2.7: the simplified load distribution and sequence over a period of 15 days may be used. Such distributions may be obtained as indicated in figure 4.4. Load distribution and sequence for longer periods, such as in 4.18.2.8 and 4.18.2.9 shall be approved by the Administration or recognized organization acting on its behalf. 4.18.2.6.4 The arrangements shall comply with 4.18.2.7 to 4.18.2.9, as applicable. 4.18.2.7 For failures that can be reliably detected by means of leakage detection: Cw shall be less than or equal to 0.5.






Predicted remaining failure development time, from the point of detection of leakage till reaching a critical state, shall not be less than 15 days, unless different requirements apply for ships engaged in particular voyages. 4.18.2.8 For failures that cannot be detected by leakage but that can be reliably detected at the time of in-service inspections:

Cw shall be less than or equal to 0.5. Predicted remaining failure development time, from the largest crack not detectable by in-service inspection methods until reaching a critical state, shall not be less than three times the inspection interval. 4.18.2.9 In particular locations of the tank, where effective defect or crack development detection cannot be assured, the following, more stringent, fatigue acceptance criteria shall be applied as a minimum: Cw shall be less than or equal to 0.1. Predicted failure development time, from the assumed initial defect until reaching a critical state, shall not be less than three times the lifetime of the tank. 4.18.3 Accident design condition 4.18.3.1 The accident design condition is a design condition for accidental loads with extremely low probability of occurrence. 4.18.3.2 Analysis shall be based on the characteristic values as follows: Permanent loads: Expected values

Functional loads: Specified values Environmental loads: Specified values Accidental loads: Specified values or expected values

4.18.3.3 Loads mentioned in 4.13.9 and 4.15 need not be combined with each other or with wave-induced loads.

PART D MATERIALS AND CONSTRUCTION

4.19 Materials Goal

To ensure that the cargo containment system, primary and secondary barriers, the thermal insulation, adjacent ship structure and other materials in the cargo containment system are constructed from materials of suitable properties for the conditions they will experience, both in normal service and in the event of failure of the primary barrier, where applicable.






4.19.1 Materials forming ship structure 4.19.1.1 To determine the grade of plate and sections used in the hull structure, a temperature calculation shall be performed for all tank types when the cargo temperature is below -10°C. The following assumptions shall be made in this calculation:

.1 the primary barrier of all tanks shall be assumed to be at the cargo temperature;

.2 in addition to .1, where a complete or partial secondary barrier is required, it

shall be assumed to be at the cargo temperature at atmospheric pressure for any one tank only;

.3 for worldwide service, ambient temperatures shall be taken as 5°C for air

and 0ºC for seawater. Higher values may be accepted for ships operating in restricted areas and, conversely, lower values may be fixed by the Administration for ships trading to areas where lower temperatures are expected during the winter months;

.4 still air and seawater conditions shall be assumed, i.e. no adjustment for

forced convection; .5 degradation of the thermal insulation properties over the life of the ship due

to factors such as thermal and mechanical ageing, compaction, ship motions and tank vibrations, as defined in 4.19.3.6 and 4.19.3.7, shall be assumed;

.6 the cooling effect of the rising boil-off vapour from the leaked cargo shall be

taken into account, where applicable; .7 credit for hull heating may be taken in accordance with 4.19.1.5, provided

the heating arrangements are in compliance with 4.19.1.6; .8 no credit shall be given for any means of heating, except as described

in 4.19.1.5; and .9 for members connecting inner and outer hulls, the mean temperature may

be taken for determining the steel grade. The ambient temperatures used in the design, described in this paragraph, shall be shown on the International Certificate of Fitness for the Carriage of Liquefied Gases in Bulk required in 1.4.4.

4.19.1.2 The shell and deck plating of the ship and all stiffeners attached thereto shall be in accordance with recognized standards. If the calculated temperature of the material in the design condition is below -5°C due to the influence of the cargo temperature, the material shall be in accordance with table 6.5. 4.19.1.3 The materials of all other hull structures for which the calculated temperature in the design condition is below 0°C, due to the influence of cargo temperature and that do not form the secondary barrier, shall also be in accordance with table 6.5. This includes hull structure supporting the cargo tanks, inner bottom plating, longitudinal bulkhead plating, transverse bulkhead plating, floors, webs, stringers and all attached stiffening members.






4.19.1.4 The hull material forming the secondary barrier shall be in accordance with table 6.2. Where the secondary barrier is formed by the deck or side shell plating, the material grade required by table 6.2 shall be carried into the adjacent deck or side shell plating, where applicable, to a suitable extent. 4.19.1.5 Means of heating structural materials may be used to ensure that the material temperature does not fall below the minimum allowed for the grade of material specified in table 6.5. In the calculations required in 4.19.1.1, credit for such heating may be taken in accordance with the following:

.1 for any transverse hull structure; .2 for longitudinal hull structure referred to in 4.19.1.2 and 4.19.1.3 where

colder ambient temperatures are specified, provided the material remains suitable for the ambient temperature conditions of +5°C for air and 0°C for seawater with no credit taken in the calculations for heating; and

.3 as an alternative to .2, for longitudinal bulkhead between cargo tanks,

credit may be taken for heating, provided the material remain suitable for a minimum design temperature of -30°C, or a temperature 30°C lower than that determined by 4.19.1.1 with the heating considered, whichever is less. In this case, the ship's longitudinal strength shall comply with SOLAS regulation II-1/3-1 for both when those bulkhead(s) are considered effective and not.

4.19.1.6 The means of heating referred to in 4.19.1.5 shall comply with the following requirements:

.1 the heating system shall be arranged so that, in the event of failure in any part of the system, standby heating can be maintained equal to not less than 100% of the theoretical heat requirement;

.2 the heating system shall be considered as an essential auxiliary.

All electrical components of at least one of the systems provided in accordance with 4.19.1.5.1 shall be supplied from the emergency source of electrical power; and

.3 the design and construction of the heating system shall be included in

the approval of the containment system by the Administration or recognized organization acting on its behalf.

4.19.2 Materials of primary and secondary barriers

4.19.2.1 Metallic materials used in the construction of primary and secondary barriers not forming the hull, shall be suitable for the design loads that they may be subjected to, and be in accordance with, table 6.1, 6.2 or 6.3. 4.19.2.2 Materials, either non-metallic or metallic but not covered by tables 6.1, 6.2 and 6.3, used in the primary and secondary barriers may be approved by the Administration or recognized organization acting on its behalf, considering the design loads that they may be subjected to, their properties and their intended use.






4.19.2.3 Where non-metallic materials, including composites, are used for, or incorporated in the primary or secondary barriers, they shall be tested for the following properties, as applicable, to ensure that they are adequate for the intended service:

.1 compatibility with the cargoes; .2 ageing; .3 mechanical properties; .4 thermal expansion and contraction; .5 abrasion; .6 cohesion; .7 resistance to vibrations; .8 resistance to fire and flame spread; and .9 resistance to fatigue failure and crack propagation.

4.19.2.4 The above properties, where applicable, shall be tested for the range between the expected maximum temperature in service and +5°C below the minimum design temperature, but not lower than -196°C. 4.19.2.5.1 Where non-metallic materials, including composites, are used for the primary and secondary barriers, the joining processes shall also be tested as described above. 4.19.2.5.2 Guidance on the use of non-metallic materials in the construction of primary and secondary barriers is provided in appendix 4. 4.19.2.6 Consideration may be given to the use of materials in the primary and secondary barrier, which are not resistant to fire and flame spread, provided they are protected by a suitable system such as a permanent inert gas environment, or are provided with a fire-retardant barrier. 4.19.3 Thermal insulation and other materials used in cargo containment systems 4.19.3.1 Load-bearing thermal insulation and other materials used in cargo containment systems shall be suitable for the design loads. 4.19.3.2 Thermal insulation and other materials used in cargo containment systems shall have the following properties, as applicable, to ensure that they are adequate for the intended service:

.1 compatibility with the cargoes; .2 solubility in the cargo; .3 absorption of the cargo; .4 shrinkage; .5 ageing; .6 closed cell content; .7 density;






.8 mechanical properties, to the extent that they are subjected to cargo and other loading effects, thermal expansion and contraction;

.9 abrasion; .10 cohesion; .11 thermal conductivity; .12 resistance to vibrations; .13 resistance to fire and flame spread; and .14 resistance to fatigue failure and crack propagation.

4.19.3.3 The above properties, where applicable, shall be tested for the range between the expected maximum temperature in service and 5°C below the minimum design temperature, but not lower than -196°C. 4.19.3.4 Due to location or environmental conditions, thermal insulation materials shall have suitable properties of resistance to fire and flame spread and shall be adequately protected against penetration of water vapour and mechanical damage. Where the thermal insulation is located on or above the exposed deck, and in way of tank cover penetrations, it shall have suitable fire resistance properties in accordance with recognized standards or be covered with a material having low flame-spread characteristics and forming an efficient approved vapour seal. 4.19.3.5 Thermal insulation that does not meet recognized standards for fire resistance may be used in hold spaces that are not kept permanently inerted, provided its surfaces are covered with material with low flame-spread characteristics and that forms an efficient approved vapour seal. 4.19.3.6 Testing for thermal conductivity of thermal insulation shall be carried out on suitably aged samples. 4.19.3.7 Where powder or granulated thermal insulation is used, measures shall be taken to reduce compaction in service and to maintain the required thermal conductivity and also prevent any undue increase of pressure on the cargo containment system. 4.20 Construction processes Goal

To define suitable construction processes and test procedures in order to ensure, as far as reasonably practical, that the cargo containment system will perform satisfactorily in service in accordance with the assumptions made at the design stage. 4.20.1 Weld joint design

4.20.1.1 All welded joints of the shells of independent tanks shall be of the in-plane butt weld full penetration type. For dome-to-shell connections only, tee welds of the full penetration type may be used depending on the results of the tests carried out at the approval of the welding procedure. Except for small penetrations on domes, nozzle welds shall also be designed with full penetration.






4.20.1.2 Welding joint details for type C independent tanks, and for the liquid-tight primary barriers of type B independent tanks primarily constructed of curved surfaces, shall be as follows:

.1 all longitudinal and circumferential joints shall be of butt welded, full penetration, double vee or single vee type. Full penetration butt welds shall be obtained by double welding or by the use of backing rings. If used, backing rings shall be removed except from very small process pressure vessels. Other edge preparations may be permitted, depending on the results of the tests carried out at the approval of the welding procedure; and

.2 the bevel preparation of the joints between the tank body and domes and

between domes and relevant fittings shall be designed according to a standard acceptable to the Administration or recognized organization acting on its behalf. All welds connecting nozzles, domes or other penetrations of the vessel and all welds connecting flanges to the vessel or nozzles shall be full penetration welds.

4.20.1.3 Where applicable, all the construction processes and testing, except that specified in 4.20.3, shall be done in accordance with the applicable provisions of chapter 6. 4.20.2 Design for gluing and other joining processes The design of the joint to be glued (or joined by some other process except welding) shall take account of the strength characteristics of the joining process. 4.20.3 Testing 4.20.3.1 All cargo tanks and process pressure vessels shall be subjected to hydrostatic or hydropneumatic pressure testing in accordance with 4.21 to 4.26, as applicable for the tank type. 4.20.3.2 All tanks shall be subject to a tightness test which may be performed in combination with the pressure test referred to in 4.20.3.1. 4.20.3.3 Requirements with respect to inspection of secondary barriers shall be decided by the Administration or recognized organization acting on its behalf in each case, taking into account the accessibility of the barrier (see 4.6.2). 4.20.3.4 The Administration may require that for ships fitted with novel type B independent tanks, or tanks designed according to 4.27 at least one prototype tank and its supporting structures shall be instrumented with strain gauges or other suitable equipment to confirm stress levels. Similar instrumentation may be required for type C independent tanks, depending on their configuration and on the arrangement of their supports and attachments. 4.20.3.5 The overall performance of the cargo containment system shall be verified for compliance with the design parameters during the first full loading and discharging of the cargo, in accordance with the survey procedure and requirements in 1.4 and the requirements of the Administration or recognized organization acting on its behalf. Records of the performance of the components and equipment essential to verify the design parameters, shall be maintained and be available to the Administration. 4.20.3.6 Heating arrangements, if fitted in accordance with 4.19.1.5 and 4.19.1.6, shall be tested for required heat output and heat distribution. 4.20.3.7 The cargo containment system shall be inspected for cold spots during, or immediately following, the first loaded voyage. Inspection of the integrity of thermal insulation surfaces that cannot be visually checked shall be carried out in accordance with recognized standards.






PART E TANK TYPES

4.21 Type A independent tanks 4.21.1 Design basis

4.21.1.1 Type A independent tanks are tanks primarily designed using classical ship-structural analysis procedures in accordance with recognized standards. Where such tanks are primarily constructed of plane surfaces, the design vapour pressure Po shall be less than 0.07 MPa. 4.21.1.2 If the cargo temperature at atmospheric pressure is below -10°C, a complete secondary barrier shall be provided as required in 4.5. The secondary barrier shall be designed in accordance with 4.6. 4.21.2 Structural analysis 4.21.2.1 A structural analysis shall be performed taking into account the internal pressure as indicated in 4.13.2, and the interaction loads with the supporting and keying system as well as a reasonable part of the ship's hull. 4.21.2.2 For parts, such as supporting structures, not otherwise covered by the requirements of the Code, stresses shall be determined by direct calculations, taking into account the loads referred to in 4.12 to 4.15 as far as applicable, and the ship deflection in way of supporting structures. 4.21.2.3 The tanks with supports shall be designed for the accidental loads specified in 4.15. These loads need not be combined with each other or with environmental loads. 4.21.3 Ultimate design condition

4.21.3.1 For tanks primarily constructed of plane surfaces, the nominal membrane stresses for primary and secondary members (stiffeners, web frames, stringers, girders), when calculated by classical analysis procedures, shall not exceed the lower of Rm /2.66 or Re /1.33 for nickel steels, carbon-manganese steels, austenitic steels and aluminium alloys, where Rm and Re are defined in 4.18.1.3. However, if detailed calculations are carried out for the primary members, the equivalent stress σc, as defined in 4.18.1.4, may be increased over that indicated above to a stress acceptable to the Administration or recognized organization acting on its behalf. Calculations shall take into account the effects of bending, shear, axial and torsional deformation as well as the hull/cargo tank interaction forces due to the deflection of the double bottom and cargo tank bottoms.

4.21.3.2 Tank boundary scantlings shall meet at least the requirements of the Administration or recognized organization acting on its behalf for deep tanks taking into account the internal pressure as indicated in 4.13.2 and any corrosion allowance required by 4.3.5. 4.21.3.3 The cargo tank structure shall be reviewed against potential buckling. 4.21.4 Accident design condition 4.21.4.1 The tanks and the tank supports shall be designed for the accidental loads and design conditions specified in 4.3.4.3 and 4.15, as relevant.






4.21.4.2 When subjected to the accidental loads specified in 4.15, the stress shall comply with the acceptance criteria specified in 4.21.3, modified as appropriate, taking into account their lower probability of occurrence. 4.21.5 Testing

All type A independent tanks shall be subjected to a hydrostatic or hydropneumatic test. This test shall be performed such that the stresses approximate, as far as practicable, the design stresses, and that the pressure at the top of the tank corresponds at least to the MARVS. When a hydropneumatic test is performed, the conditions shall simulate, as far as practicable, the design loading of the tank and of its support structure, including dynamic components, while avoiding stress levels that could cause permanent deformation. 4.22 Type B independent tanks 4.22.1 Design basis 4.22.1.1 Type B independent tanks are tanks designed using model tests, refined analytical tools and analysis methods to determine stress levels, fatigue life and crack propagation characteristics. Where such tanks are primarily constructed of plane surfaces (prismatic tanks), the design vapour pressure Po shall be less than 0.07 MPa. 4.22.1.2 If the cargo temperature at atmospheric pressure is below -10°C, a partial secondary barrier with a small leak protection system shall be provided as required in 4.5. The small leak protection system shall be designed according to 4.7. 4.22.2 Structural analysis

4.22.2.1 The effects of all dynamic and static loads shall be used to determine the suitability of the structure with respect to:

.1 plastic deformation; .2 buckling; .3 fatigue failure; and .4 crack propagation.

Finite element analysis or similar methods and fracture mechanics analysis, or an equivalent approach, shall be carried out. 4.22.2.2 A three-dimensional analysis shall be carried out to evaluate the stress levels, including interaction with the ship's hull. The model for this analysis shall include the cargo tank with its supporting and keying system, as well as a reasonable part of the hull. 4.22.2.3 A complete analysis of the particular ship accelerations and motions in irregular waves, and of the response of the ship and its cargo tanks to these forces and motions shall be performed, unless the data is available from similar ships. 4.22.3 Ultimate design condition 4.22.3.1 Plastic deformation






4.22.3.1.1 For type B independent tanks, primarily constructed of bodies of revolution, the allowable stresses shall not exceed: σm ≤ f σL ≤ 1.5f σb ≤ 1.5F σL+σb ≤ 1.5F σm+σb ≤ 1.5F σm+σb+σg ≤ 3.0F σL+σb+σg ≤ 3.0F where: σm = equivalent primary general membrane stress; σL = equivalent primary local membrane stress; σb = equivalent primary bending stress; σg = equivalent secondary stress; f = the lesser of (Rm / A) or (Re / B); and F = the lesser of (Rm / C) or (Re / D), with Rm and Re as defined in 4.18.1.3. With regard to the stresses σm, σL, σb and σg, the definition of stress categories in 4.28.3 are referred. The values A and B shall be shown on the International Certificate of Fitness for the Carriage of Liquefied Gases in Bulk and shall have at least the following minimum values:

Nickel steels and carbon

manganese steels

Austenitic steels

Aluminium alloys

A 3 3.5 4 B 2 1.6 1.5 C 3 3 3 D 1.5 1.5 1.5

The above figures may be altered, taking into account the design condition considered in acceptance with the Administration. 4.22.3.1.2 For type B independent tanks, primarily constructed of plane surfaces, the allowable membrane equivalent stresses applied for finite element analysis shall not exceed:

.1 for nickel steels and carbon-manganese steels, the lesser of Rm /2 or Re /1.2;

.2 for austenitic steels, the lesser of Rm /2.5 or Re /1.2; and

.3 for aluminium alloys, the lesser of Rm /2.5 or Re /1.2. The above figures may be amended, taking into account the locality of the stress, stress analysis methods and design condition considered in acceptance with the Administration. 4.22.3.1.3 The thickness of the skin plate and the size of the stiffener shall not be less than those required for type A independent tanks.






4.22.3.2 Buckling Buckling strength analyses of cargo tanks subject to external pressure and other loads causing compressive stresses shall be carried out in accordance with recognized standards. The method shall adequately account for the difference in theoretical and actual buckling stress as a result of plate edge misalignment, lack of straightness or flatness, ovality and deviation from true circular form over a specified arc or chord length, as applicable. 4.22.4 Fatigue design condition 4.22.4.1 Fatigue and crack propagation assessment shall be performed in accordance with 4.18.2. The acceptance criteria shall comply with 4.18.2.7, 4.18.2.8 or 4.18.2.9, depending on the detectability of the defect. 4.22.4.2 Fatigue analysis shall consider construction tolerances. 4.22.4.3 Where deemed necessary by the Administration, model tests may be required to determine stress concentration factors and fatigue life of structural elements. 4.22.5 Accident design condition 4.22.5.1 The tanks and the tank supports shall be designed for the accidental loads and design conditions specified in 4.3.4.3 and 4.15, as applicable. 4.22.5.2 When subjected to the accidental loads specified in 4.15, the stress shall comply with the acceptance criteria specified in 4.22.3, modified as appropriate, taking into account their lower probability of occurrence. 4.22.6 Testing Type B independent tanks shall be subjected to a hydrostatic or hydropneumatic test as follows:

.1 the test shall be performed as required in 4.21.5 for type A independent tanks; and

.2 in addition, the maximum primary membrane stress or maximum bending

stress in primary members under test conditions shall not exceed 90% of the yield strength of the material (as fabricated) at the test temperature. To ensure that this condition is satisfied, when calculations indicate that this stress exceeds 75% of the yield strength, the prototype test shall be monitored by the use of strain gauges or other suitable equipment.

4.22.7 Marking Any marking of the pressure vessel shall be achieved by a method that does not cause unacceptable local stress raisers. 4.23 Type C independent tanks 4.23.1 Design basis 4.23.1.1 The design basis for type C independent tanks is based on pressure vessel criteria modified to include fracture mechanics and crack propagation criteria. The minimum design pressure defined in 4.23.1.2 is intended to ensure that the dynamic stress is sufficiently low, so that an initial surface flaw will not propagate more than half the thickness of the shell during the lifetime of the tank.






4.23.1.2 The design vapour pressure shall not be less than: Po = 0.2 + AC(r)1.5 (MPa)

where:

2

0.00185m

A

A

with:

m = design primary membrane stress;

A = allowable dynamic membrane stress (double amplitude at probability level Q = 10-8) and equal to:

- 55 N/mm2 for ferritic-perlitic, martensitic and

austenitic steel;

- 25 N/mm2 for aluminium alloy (5083-O); C = a characteristic tank dimension to be taken as the greatest of the

following:

h, 0.75b or 0.45ℓ,

with:

h = height of tank (dimension in ship's vertical direction) (m); b = width of tank (dimension in ship's transverse direction)(m); ℓ = length of tank (dimension in ship's longitudinal direction) (m);

r = the relative density of the cargo (r = 1 for fresh water) at the design temperature.

When a specified design life of the tank is longer than 108 wave encounters, A shall be modified to give equivalent crack propagation corresponding to the design life. 4.23.1.3 The Administration may allocate a tank complying with the criteria of type C tank minimum design pressure as in 4.23.1.2, to a type A or type B, dependent on the configuration of the tank and the arrangement of its supports and attachments. 4.23.2 Shell thickness 4.23.2.1 The shell thickness shall be as follows:

.1 For pressure vessels, the thickness calculated according to 4.23.2.4 shall be considered as a minimum thickness after forming, without any negative tolerance.

.2 For pressure vessels, the minimum thickness of shell and heads including

corrosion allowance, after forming, shall not be less than 5 mm for carbon-manganese steels and nickel steels, 3 mm for austenitic steels or 7 mm for aluminium alloys.






.3 The welded joint efficiency factor to be used in the calculation according to 4.23.2.4 shall be 0.95 when the inspection and the non-destructive testing referred to in 6.5.6.5 are carried out. This figure may be increased up to 1 when account is taken of other considerations, such as the material used, type of joints, welding procedure and type of loading. For process pressure vessels, the Administration or recognized organization acting on its behalf may accept partial non-destructive examinations, but not less than those of 6.5.6.5, depending on such factors as the material used, the design temperature, the nil-ductility transition temperature of the material, as fabricated, and the type of joint and welding procedure, but in this case an efficiency factor of not more than 0.85 shall be adopted. For special materials, the above-mentioned factors shall be reduced, depending on the specified mechanical properties of the welded joint.

4.23.2.2 The design liquid pressure defined in 4.13.2 shall be taken into account in the internal pressure calculations. 4.23.2.3 The design external pressure Pe, used for verifying the buckling of the pressure vessels, shall not be less than that given by:

Pe = P1+P2+P3+P4 (MPa),

where:

P1 = setting value of vacuum relief valves. For vessels not fitted with vacuum relief valves, P1 shall be specially considered, but shall not, in general, be taken as less than 0.025 MPa;

P2 = the set pressure of the pressure relief valves (PRVs) for

completely closed spaces containing pressure vessels or parts of pressure vessels; elsewhere P2=0;

P3 = compressive actions in or on the shell due to the weight and

contraction of thermal insulation, weight of shell including corrosion allowance and other miscellaneous external pressure loads to which the pressure vessel may be subjected. These include, but are not limited to, weight of domes, weight of towers and piping, effect of product in the partially filled condition, accelerations and hull deflection. In addition, the local effect of external or internal pressures or both shall be taken into account; and

P4 = external pressure due to head of water for pressure vessels or part

of pressure vessels on exposed decks; elsewhere P4 = 0. 4.23.2.4 Scantlings based on internal pressure shall be calculated as follows: the thickness and form of pressure-containing parts of pressure vessels, under internal pressure, as defined in 4.13.2, including flanges, shall be determined. These calculations shall in all cases be based on accepted pressure vessel design theory. Openings in pressure-containing parts of pressure vessels shall be reinforced in accordance with recognized standards. 4.23.2.5 Stress analysis in respect of static and dynamic loads shall be performed as follows:

.1 Pressure vessel scantlings shall be determined in accordance with 4.23.2.1 to 4.23.2.4 and 4.23.3.






.2 Calculations of the loads and stresses in way of the supports and the shell attachment of the support shall be made. Loads referred to in 4.12 to 4.15 shall be used, as applicable. Stresses in way of the supporting structures shall be to a recognized standard acceptable to the Administration or recognized organization acting on its behalf. In special cases, a fatigue analysis may be required by the Administration or recognized organization acting on its behalf.

.3 If required by the Administration or recognized organization acting on its behalf,

secondary stresses and thermal stresses shall be specially considered.

4.23.3 Ultimate design condition

4.23.3.1 Plastic deformation For type C independent tanks, the allowable stresses shall not exceed: σm ≤ f σL ≤ 1.5f σb ≤ 1.5f σL+σb ≤ 1.5f σm+σb ≤ 1.5f σm+σb+σg ≤ 3.0f σL+σb+σg ≤ 3.0f, where: σm = equivalent primary general membrane stress; σL = equivalent primary local membrane stress; σb = equivalent primary bending stress; σg = equivalent secondary stress; and f = the lesser of Rm /A or Re /B,

with Rm and Re as defined in 4.18.1.3. With regard to the stresses σm, σL, σb and σg, the definition of stress categories in 4.28.3 are referred. The values A and B shall be shown on the International Certificate of Fitness for the Carriage of Liquefied Gases in Bulk and shall have at least the following minimum values:

Nickel steels and

carbon-manganese steels

Austenitic steels

Aluminium alloys

A 3 3.5 4 B 1.5 1.5 1.5

4.23.3.2 Buckling criteria shall be as follows: the thickness and form of pressure vessels subject to external pressure and other loads causing compressive stresses shall be based on calculations using accepted pressure vessel buckling theory and shall adequately account for the difference in theoretical and actual buckling stress as a result of plate edge misalignment, ovality and deviation from true circular form over a specified arc or chord length. 4.23.4 Fatigue design condition For large type C independent tanks, where the cargo at atmospheric pressure is below -55°C, the Administration or recognized organization acting on its behalf may require additional verification to check their compliance with 4.23.1.1 regarding static and dynamic stress.






4.23.5 Accident design condition

4.23.5.1 The tanks and the tank supporting structures shall be designed for the accidental loads and design conditions specified in 4.3.4.3 and 4.15, as applicable. 4.23.5.2 When subjected to the accidental loads specified in 4.15, the stress shall comply with the acceptance criteria specified in 4.23.3.1, modified as appropriate taking into account their lower probability of occurrence. 4.23.6 Testing

4.23.6.1 Each pressure vessel shall be subjected to a hydrostatic test at a pressure measured at the top of the tanks, of not less than 1.5 Po. In no case during the pressure test shall the calculated primary membrane stress at any point exceed 90% of the yield stress of the material. To ensure that this condition is satisfied where calculations indicate that this stress will exceed 0.75 times the yield strength, the prototype test shall be monitored by the use of strain gauges or other suitable equipment in pressure vessels other than simple cylindrical and spherical pressure vessels. 4.23.6.2 The temperature of the water used for the test shall be at least 30°C above the nil-ductility transition temperature of the material, as fabricated. 4.23.6.3 The pressure shall be held for 2 h per 25 mm of thickness, but in no case less than 2 h. 4.23.6.4 Where necessary for cargo pressure vessels, a hydropneumatic test may be carried out under the conditions prescribed in 4.23.6.1 to 4.23.6.3. 4.23.6.5 Special consideration may be given to the testing of tanks in which higher allowable stresses are used, depending on service temperature. However, the requirements of 4.23.6.1 shall be fully complied with. 4.23.6.6 After completion and assembly, each pressure vessel and its related fittings shall be subjected to an adequate tightness test which may be performed in combination with the pressure testing referred to in 4.23.6.1. 4.23.6.7 Pneumatic testing of pressure vessels other than cargo tanks shall only be considered on an individual case basis. Such testing shall only be permitted for those vessels designed or supported such that they cannot be safely filled with water, or for those vessels that cannot be dried and are to be used in a service where traces of the testing medium cannot be tolerated. 4.23.7 Marking The required marking of the pressure vessel shall be achieved by a method that does not cause unacceptable local stress raisers. 4.24 Membrane tanks 4.24.1 Design basis 4.24.1.1 The design basis for membrane containment systems is that thermal and other expansion or contraction is compensated for without undue risk of losing the tightness of the membrane. 4.24.1.2 A systematic approach based on analysis and testing shall be used to demonstrate that the system will provide its intended function in consideration of the events identified in service as specified in 4.24.2.1.






4.24.1.3 If the cargo temperature at atmospheric pressure is below -10°C, a complete secondary barrier shall be provided as required in 4.5. The secondary barrier shall be designed according to 4.6. 4.24.1.4 The design vapour pressure Po shall not normally exceed 0.025 MPa. If the hull scantlings are increased accordingly and consideration is given, where appropriate, to the strength of the supporting thermal insulation, Po may be increased to a higher value, but less than 0.07 MPa. 4.24.1.5 The definition of membrane tanks does not exclude designs such as those in which non-metallic membranes are used or where membranes are included or incorporated into the thermal insulation. 4.24.1.6 The thickness of the membranes shall not normally exceed 10 mm. 4.24.1.7 The circulation of inert gas throughout the primary insulation space and the secondary insulation space, in accordance with 9.2.1, shall be sufficient to allow for effective means of gas detection. 4.24.2 Design considerations 4.24.2.1 Potential incidents that could lead to loss of fluid tightness over the life of the membranes shall be evaluated. These include, but are not limited to:

.1 Ultimate design events:

.1 tensile failure of membranes; .2 compressive collapse of thermal insulation; .3 thermal ageing; .4 loss of attachment between thermal insulation and hull structure; .5 loss of attachment of membranes to thermal insulation system; .6 structural integrity of internal structures and their supporting

structures; and .7 failure of the supporting hull structure.

.2 Fatigue design events:

.1 fatigue of membranes including joints and attachments to hull structure;

.2 fatigue cracking of thermal insulation; .3 fatigue of internal structures and their supporting structures; and .4 fatigue cracking of inner hull leading to ballast water ingress.

.3 Accident design events:

.1 accidental mechanical damage (such as dropped objects inside

the tank while in service);






.2 accidental overpressurization of thermal insulation spaces; .3 accidental vacuum in the tank; and .4 water ingress through the inner hull structure.

Designs where a single internal event could cause simultaneous or cascading failure of both membranes are unacceptable. 4.24.2.2 The necessary physical properties (mechanical, thermal, chemical, etc.) of the materials used in the construction of the cargo containment system shall be established during the design development in accordance with 4.24.1.2. 4.24.3 Loads and load combinations Particular consideration shall be given to the possible loss of tank integrity due to either an overpressure in the interbarrier space, a possible vacuum in the cargo tank, the sloshing effects, hull vibration effects, or any combination of these events. 4.24.4 Structural analyses 4.24.4.1 Structural analyses and/or testing for the purpose of determining the ultimate strength and fatigue assessments of the cargo containment and associated structures, e.g. structures as defined in 4.9, shall be performed. The structural analysis shall provide the data required to assess each failure mode that has been identified as critical for the cargo containment system. 4.24.4.2 Structural analyses of the hull shall take into account the internal pressure as indicated in 4.13.2. Special attention shall be paid to deflections of the hull and their compatibility with the membrane and associated thermal insulation. 4.24.4.3 The analyses referred to in 4.24.4.1 and 4.24.4.2 shall be based on the particular motions, accelerations and response of ships and cargo containment systems. 4.24.5 Ultimate design condition 4.24.5.1 The structural resistance of every critical component, subsystem or assembly shall be established, in accordance with 4.24.1.2, for in-service conditions. 4.24.5.2 The choice of strength acceptance criteria for the failure modes of the cargo containment system, its attachments to the hull structure and internal tank structures, shall reflect the consequences associated with the considered mode of failure. 4.24.5.3 The inner hull scantlings shall meet the requirements for deep tanks, taking into account the internal pressure as indicated in 4.13.2 and the specified appropriate requirements for sloshing load as defined in 4.14.3. 4.24.6 Fatigue design condition 4.24.6.1 Fatigue analysis shall be carried out for structures inside the tank, i.e. pump towers, and for parts of membrane and pump tower attachments, where failure development cannot be reliably detected by continuous monitoring.






4.24.6.2 The fatigue calculations shall be carried out in accordance with 4.18.2, with relevant requirements depending on:

.1 the significance of the structural components with respect to structural integrity; and

.2 availability for inspection.

4.24.6.3 For structural elements for which it can be demonstrated by tests and/or analyses that a crack will not develop to cause simultaneous or cascading failure of both membranes, Cw shall be less than or equal to 0.5. 4.24.6.4 Structural elements subject to periodic inspection, and where an unattended fatigue crack can develop to cause simultaneous or cascading failure of both membranes, shall satisfy the fatigue and fracture mechanics requirements stated in 4.18.2.8. 4.24.6.5 Structural element not accessible for in-service inspection, and where a fatigue crack can develop without warning to cause simultaneous or cascading failure of both membranes, shall satisfy the fatigue and fracture mechanics requirements stated in 4.18.2.9. 4.24.7 Accident design condition 4.24.7.1 The containment system and the supporting hull structure shall be designed for the accidental loads specified in 4.15. These loads need not be combined with each other or with environmental loads. 4.24.7.2 Additional relevant accident scenarios shall be determined based on a risk analysis. Particular attention shall be paid to securing devices inside tanks. 4.24.8 Design development testing 4.24.8.1 The design development testing required in 4.24.1.2 shall include a series of analytical and physical models of both the primary and secondary barriers, including corners and joints, tested to verify that they will withstand the expected combined strains due to static, dynamic and thermal loads. This will culminate in the construction of a prototype-scaled model of the complete cargo containment system. Testing conditions considered in the analytical and physical models shall represent the most extreme service conditions the cargo containment system will be likely to encounter over its life. Proposed acceptance criteria for periodic testing of secondary barriers required in 4.6.2 may be based on the results of testing carried out on the prototype-scaled model. 4.24.8.2 The fatigue performance of the membrane materials and representative welded or bonded joints in the membranes shall be determined by tests. The ultimate strength and fatigue performance of arrangements for securing the thermal insulation system to the hull structure shall be determined by analyses or tests. 4.24.9 Testing 4.24.9.1 In ships fitted with membrane cargo containment systems, all tanks and other spaces that may normally contain liquid and are adjacent to the hull structure supporting the membrane, shall be hydrostatically tested. 4.24.9.2 All hold structures supporting the membrane shall be tested for tightness before installation of the cargo containment system. 4.24.9.3 Pipe tunnels and other compartments that do not normally contain liquid need not be hydrostatically tested.






4.25 Integral tanks 4.25.1 Design basis Integral tanks that form a structural part of the hull and are affected by the loads that stress the adjacent hull structure shall comply with the following:

.1 the design vapour pressure Po as defined in 4.1.2 shall not normally exceed 0.025 MPa. If the hull scantlings are increased accordingly, Po may be increased to a higher value, but less than 0.07 MPa;

.2 integral tanks may be used for products, provided the boiling point of the

cargo is not below -10°C. A lower temperature may be accepted by the Administration or recognized organization acting on its behalf subject to special consideration, but in such cases a complete secondary barrier shall be provided; and

.3 products required by chapter 19 to be carried in type 1G ships shall not be

carried in integral tanks. 4.25.2 Structural analysis The structural analysis of integral tanks shall be in accordance with recognized standards. 4.25.3 Ultimate design condition 4.25.3.1 The tank boundary scantlings shall meet the requirements for deep tanks, taking into account the internal pressure as indicated in 4.13.2. 4.25.3.2 For integral tanks, allowable stresses shall normally be those given for hull structure in the requirements of the Administration or recognized organization acting on its behalf. 4.25.4 Accident design condition 4.25.4.1 The tanks and the tank supports shall be designed for the accidental loads specified in 4.3.4.3 and 4.15, as relevant. 4.25.4.2 When subjected to the accidental loads specified in 4.15, the stress shall comply with the acceptance criteria specified in 4.25.3, modified as appropriate, taking into account their lower probability of occurrence. 4.25.5 Testing All integral tanks shall be hydrostatically or hydropneumatically tested. The test shall be performed so that the stresses approximate, as far as practicable, to the design stresses and that the pressure at the top of the tank corresponds at least to the MARVS. 4.26 Semi-membrane tanks 4.26.1 Design basis

4.26.1.1 Semi-membrane tanks are non-self-supporting tanks when in the loaded condition and consist of a layer, parts of which are supported through thermal insulation by the adjacent hull structure, whereas the rounded parts of this layer connecting the above-mentioned supported parts are designed also to accommodate the thermal and other expansion or contraction.






4.26.1.2 The design vapour pressure Po shall not normally exceed 0.025 MPa. If the hull scantlings are increased accordingly, and consideration is given, where appropriate, to the strength of the supporting thermal insulation, Po may be increased to a higher value, but less than 0.07 MPa. 4.26.1.3 For semi-membrane tanks the relevant requirements in this section for independent tanks or for membrane tanks shall be applied as appropriate. 4.26.1.4 In the case of semi-membrane tanks that comply in all respects with the requirements applicable to type B independent tanks, except for the manner of support, the Administration may, after special consideration, accept a partial secondary barrier.

PART F CARGO CONTAINMENT SYSTEMS OF NOVEL CONFIGURATION

4.27 Limit state design for novel concepts 4.27.1 Cargo containment systems that are of a novel configuration that cannot be designed using sections 4.21 to 4.26 shall be designed using this section and parts A and B of this chapter, and also parts C and D, as applicable. Cargo containment system design according to this section shall be based on the principles of limit state design which is an approach to structural design that can be applied to established design solutions as well as novel designs. This more generic approach maintains a level of safety similar to that achieved for known containment systems as designed using 4.21 to 4.26. 4.27.2.1 The limit state design is a systematic approach where each structural element is evaluated with respect to possible failure modes related to the design conditions identified in 4.3.4. A limit state can be defined as a condition beyond which the structure, or part of a structure, no longer satisfies the requirements. 4.27.2.2 For each failure mode, one or more limit states may be relevant. By consideration of all relevant limit states, the limit load for the structural element is found as the minimum limit load resulting from all the relevant limit states. The limit states are divided into the three following categories:

.1 Ultimate limit states (ULS), which correspond to the maximum load-carrying capacity or, in some cases, to the maximum applicable strain or deformation; under intact (undamaged) conditions.

.2 Fatigue limit states (FLS), which correspond to degradation due to the effect of time varying (cyclic) loading.

.3 Accident limit states (ALS), which concern the ability of the structure to

resist accidental situations. 4.27.3 The procedure and relevant design parameters of the limit state design shall comply with the Standards for the Use of limit state methodologies in the design of cargo containment systems of novel configuration (LSD Standard), as set out in appendix 5.






PART G GUIDANCE

4.28 Guidance notes for chapter 4 4.28.1 Guidance to detailed calculation of internal pressure for static design purpose 4.28.1.1 This section provides guidance for the calculation of the associated dynamic liquid pressure for the purpose of static design calculations. This pressure may be used for determining the internal pressure referred to in 4.13.2.4, where:

.1 (Pgd)max is the associated liquid pressure determined using the maximum design accelerations.

.2 (Pgd site)max is the associated liquid pressure determined using site

specific accelerations.

.3 Peq should be the greater of Peq1 and Peq2 calculated as follows: Peq1 = Po + (Pgd)max (MPa), Peq2 = Ph + (Pgd site)max (MPa).

4.28.1.2 The internal liquid pressures are those created by the resulting acceleration of the centre of gravity of the cargo due to the motions of the ship referred to in 4.14.1. The value of internal liquid pressure Pgd resulting from combined effects of gravity and dynamic accelerations should be calculated as follows:

(MPa), where:

a = dimensionless acceleration (i.e. relative to the acceleration of

gravity), resulting from gravitational and dynamic loads, in an arbitrary direction (see figure 4.1).

For large tanks, an acceleration ellipsoid taking account of

transverse vertical and longitudinal accelerations, should be used.

Z = largest liquid height (m) above the point where the pressure is to be determined measured from the tank shell in the β direction (see figure 4.2).

Tank domes considered to be part of the accepted total tank volume

shall be taken into account when determining Z , unless the total volume of tank domes Vd does not exceed the following value:

FL

FLVV td

100

with: Vt = tank volume without any domes; and FL = filling limit according to chapter 15.

= maximum cargo density (kg/m3) at the design temperature.






The direction that gives the maximum value (Pgd)max or (Pgdsite)max should be considered. The above formula applies only to full tanks. 4.28.1.3 Equivalent calculation procedures may be applied. 4.28.2 Guidance formulae for acceleration components 4.28.2.1 The following formulae are given as guidance for the components of acceleration due to ship's motions corresponding to a probability level of 10-8 in the North Atlantic and apply to ships with a length exceeding 50 m and at or near their service speed:

- vertical acceleration, as defined in 4.14.1:

25.1

5.12

0

2

0

0

6.0

C

6.005.0

453.51

B

yK

L

x

Laa

B

z

,

- transverse acceleration, as defined in 4.14.1:

22

0

0 6.0105.05.26.0

B

zKK

L

xaay

- longitudinal acceleration, as defined in 4.14.1:

AAaax 25.006.0 2

0 , where:

0

0

0

0

60034

2.0L

L

L

Va

L0 = length of the ship for determination of scantlings as defined in recognized standards (m);

CB = block coefficient;

B = greatest moulded breadth of the ship (m);

x = longitudinal distance (m) from amidships to the centre of gravity of the tank with contents; x is positive forward of amidships, negative aft of amidships;

y = transverse distance (m) from centreline to the centre of gravity of

the tank with contents;

z = vertical distance (m) from the ship's actual waterline to the centre of gravity of tank with contents; z is positive above and negative below the waterline;






K = 1 in general. For particular loading conditions and hull forms, determination of K according to the following formula may be necessary:

K = 13GM/B, where K ≥ 1 and GM = metacentric height (m);

BCL

zLA

6.05

12007.0

0

0

; and

V = service speed (knots);

a x, a y, a z = maximum dimensionless accelerations (i.e. relative to the acceleration of gravity) in the respective directions. They are considered as acting separately for calculation purposes, and az does not include the component due to the static weight, ay includes the component due to the static weight in the transverse direction due to rolling and ax includes the component due to the static weight in the longitudinal direction due to pitching. The accelerations derived from the above formulae are applicable only to ships at or near their service speed, not while at anchor or otherwise near stationary in exposed locations.

4.28.3 Stress categories 4.28.3.1 For the purpose of stress evaluation, stress categories are defined in this section as follows. 4.28.3.2 Normal stress is the component of stress normal to the plane of reference. 4.28.3.3 Membrane stress is the component of normal stress that is uniformly distributed and equal to the average value of the stress across the thickness of the section under consideration. 4.28.3.4 Bending stress is the variable stress across the thickness of the section under consideration, after the subtraction of the membrane stress. 4.28.3.5 Shear stress is the component of the stress acting in the plane of reference. 4.28.3.6 Primary stress is a stress produced by the imposed loading, which is necessary to balance the external forces and moments. The basic characteristic of a primary stress is that it is not self-limiting. Primary stresses that considerably exceed the yield strength will result in failure or at least in gross deformations. 4.28.3.7 Primary general membrane stress is a primary membrane stress that is so distributed in the structure that no redistribution of load occurs as a result of yielding. 4.28.3.8 Primary local membrane stress arises where a membrane stress produced by pressure or other mechanical loading and associated with a primary or a discontinuity effect produces excessive distortion in the transfer of loads for other portions of the structure. Such a stress is classified as a primary local membrane stress, although it has some characteristics of a secondary stress. A stress region may be considered as local, if:

RtS 5.01 and

RtS 5.22 ,






where: S1 = distance in the meridional direction over which the equivalent stress

exceeds 1.1f; S2 = distance in the meridional direction to another region where the limits for

primary general membrane stress are exceeded; R = mean radius of the vessel; t = wall thickness of the vessel at the location where the primary general

membrane stress limit is exceeded; and f = allowable primary general membrane stress.

4.28.3.9 Secondary stress is a normal stress or shear stress developed by constraints of adjacent parts or by self-constraint of a structure. The basic characteristic of a secondary stress is that it is self-limiting. Local yielding and minor distortions can satisfy the conditions that cause the stress to occur.

At 0.05L from FP

Amidships

aβ = resulting acceleration (static and dynamic) in arbitrary direction β

aX = longitudinal component of acceleration aY = transverse component of acceleration aZ = vertical component of acceleration

aβ

aβ

aβ aβ

aY

aX

aY

aZ

aZ

1.0

βmax Y

βmax X

aX

βmax Y

βmax X

CL CL

aβ

aβ

C.G. of Tank C.G. of Tank

Figure 4.1 – Acceleration ellipsoid






90°

Zβ

90°

aβ

β

(YP ,ZP) Pressure point

Y

Z

Figure 4.2 – Determination of internal pressure heads

Figure 4.3 – Determination of liquid height Zβ for points 1, 2 and 3

1

2

3

Zβ1

Zβ2

Zβ3

β

Z

β aβ

Y

90° 90°

90°

Zβ2

Zβ3

Zβ1

3

2 1

aβ

β

Y

Z

Zβ3

Zβ2 Zβ1

1

2

3 aβ

β






Figure 4.4 – Simplified load distribution

CHAPTER 5

PROCESS PRESSURE VESSELS AND LIQUID, VAPOUR AND PRESSURE PIPING SYSTEMS

Goal

To ensure the safe handling of all cargo and process liquid and vapour, under all operating conditions, to minimize the risk to the ship, crew and to the environment, having regard to the nature of the products involved. This will:

.1 ensure the integrity of process pressure vessels, piping systems and cargo hoses;

.2 prevent the uncontrolled transfer of cargo;

.3 ensure reliable means to fill and empty the containment systems; and

.4 prevent pressure or vacuum excursions of cargo containment systems, beyond design parameters, during cargo transfer operations.

5.1 General 5.1.1 The requirements of this chapter shall apply to products and process piping, including vapour piping, gas fuel piping and vent lines of safety valves or similar piping. Auxiliary piping systems not containing cargo are exempt from the general requirements of this chapter. 5.1.2 The requirements for type C independent tanks provided in chapter 4 may also apply to process pressure vessels. If so required, the term "pressure vessels" as used in chapter 4, covers both type C independent tanks and process pressure vessels.






5.1.3 Process pressure vessels include surge tanks, heat exchangers and accumulators that store or treat liquid or vapour cargo. 5.2 System requirements 5.2.1 The cargo handling and cargo control systems shall be designed taking into account the following:

.1 prevention of an abnormal condition escalating to a release of liquid or vapour cargo;

.2 the safe collection and disposal of cargo fluids released; .3 prevention of the formation of flammable mixtures; .4 prevention of ignition of flammable liquids or gases and vapours released; and .5 limiting the exposure of personnel to fire and other hazards.

5.2.2 Arrangements: general 5.2.2.1 Any piping system that may contain cargo liquid or vapour shall:

.1 be segregated from other piping systems, except where interconnections are required for cargo-related operations such as purging, gas-freeing or inerting. The requirements of 9.4.4 shall be taken into account with regard to preventing back-flow of cargo. In such cases, precautions shall be taken to ensure that cargo or cargo vapour cannot enter other piping systems through the interconnections;

.2 except as provided in chapter 16, not pass through any accommodation

space, service space or control station or through a machinery space other than a cargo machinery space;

.3 be connected to the cargo containment system directly from the weather

decks except where pipes installed in a vertical trunkway or equivalent are used to traverse void spaces above a cargo containment system and except where pipes for drainage, venting or purging traverse cofferdams;

.4 be located in the cargo area above the weather deck except for bow

or stern loading and unloading arrangements in accordance with 3.8, emergency cargo jettisoning piping systems in accordance with 5.3.1, turret compartment systems in accordance with 5.3.3 and except in accordance with chapter 16; and

.5 be located inboard of the transverse tank location requirements of 2.4.1,

except for athwartship shore connection piping not subject to internal pressure at sea or emergency cargo jettisoning piping systems.

5.2.2.2 Suitable means shall be provided to relieve the pressure and remove liquid cargo from loading and discharging crossover headers; likewise, any piping between the outermost manifold valves and loading arms or cargo hoses to the cargo tanks, or other suitable location, prior to disconnection. 5.2.2.3 Piping systems carrying fluids for direct heating or cooling of cargo shall not be led outside the cargo area unless a suitable means is provided to prevent or detect the migration of cargo vapour outside the cargo area (see 13.6.2.6).






5.2.2.4 Relief valves discharging liquid cargo from the piping system shall discharge into the cargo tanks. Alternatively, they may discharge to the cargo vent mast, if means are provided to detect and dispose of any liquid cargo that may flow into the vent system. Where required to prevent overpressure in downstream piping, relief valves on cargo pumps shall discharge to the pump suction. 5.3 Arrangements for cargo piping outside the cargo area 5.3.1 Emergency cargo jettisoning

If fitted, an emergency cargo jettisoning piping system shall comply with 5.2.2, as appropriate, and may be led aft, external to accommodation spaces, service spaces or control stations or machinery spaces, but shall not pass through them. If an emergency cargo jettisoning piping system is permanently installed, a suitable means of isolating the piping system from the cargo piping shall be provided within the cargo area. 5.3.2 Bow and stern loading arrangements

5.3.2.1 Subject to the requirements of 3.8, this section and 5.10.1, cargo piping may be arranged to permit bow or stern loading and unloading. 5.3.2.2 Arrangements shall be made to allow such piping to be purged and gas-freed after use. When not in use, the spool pieces shall be removed and the pipe ends blank-flanged. The vent pipes connected with the purge shall be located in the cargo area. 5.3.3 Turret compartment transfer systems

For the transfer of liquid or vapour cargo through an internal turret arrangement located outside the cargo area, the piping serving this purpose shall comply with 5.2.2, as applicable, 5.10.2 and the following:

.1 piping shall be located above the weather deck, except for the connection

to the turret; .2 portable arrangements shall not be permitted; and .3 arrangements shall be made to allow such piping to be purged and

gas-freed after use. When not in use, the spool pieces for isolation from the cargo piping shall be removed and the pipe ends blank-flanged. The vent pipes connected with the purge shall be located in the cargo area.

5.3.4 Gas fuel piping systems Gas fuel piping in machinery spaces shall comply with all applicable sections of this chapter in addition to the requirements of chapter 16. 5.4 Design pressure 5.4.1 The design pressure Po, used to determine minimum scantlings of piping and piping system components, shall be not less than the maximum gauge pressure to which the system may be subjected in service. The minimum design pressure used shall not be less than 1 MPa gauge, except for open-ended lines or pressure relief valve discharge lines, where it shall be not less than the lower of 0.5 MPa gauge, or 10 times the relief valve set pressure.






5.4.2 The greater of the following design conditions shall be used for piping, piping systems and components, based on the cargoes being carried:

.1 for vapour piping systems or components that may be separated from their

relief valves and which may contain some liquid, the saturated vapour pressure at a design temperature of 45°C. Higher or lower values may be used (see 4.13.2.2); or

.2 for systems or components that may be separated from their relief valves

and which contain only vapour at all times, the superheated vapour pressure at 45°C. Higher or lower values may be used (see 4.13.2.2), assuming an initial condition of saturated vapour in the system at the system operating pressure and temperature; or

.3 the MARVS of the cargo tanks and cargo processing systems; or .4 the pressure setting of the associated pump or compressor discharge relief

valve; or .5 the maximum total discharge or loading head of the cargo piping system

considering all possible pumping arrangements or the relief valve setting on a pipeline system.

5.4.3 Those parts of the liquid piping systems that may be subjected to surge pressures shall be designed to withstand this pressure. 5.4.4 The design pressure of the outer pipe or duct of gas fuel systems shall not be less than the maximum working pressure of the inner gas pipe. Alternatively, for gas fuel piping systems with a working pressure greater than 1 MPa, the design pressure of the outer duct shall not be less than the maximum built-up pressure arising in the annular space considering the local instantaneous peak pressure in way of any rupture and the ventilation arrangements. 5.5 Cargo system valve requirements

5.5.1.1 Every cargo tank and piping system shall be fitted with manually operated valves for isolation purposes as specified in this section. 5.5.1.2 In addition, remotely operated valves shall also be fitted, as appropriate, as part of the emergency shutdown (ESD) system the purpose of which is to stop cargo flow or leakage in the event of an emergency when cargo liquid or vapour transfer is in progress. The ESD system is intended to return the cargo system to a safe static condition so that any remedial action can be taken. Due regard shall be given in the design of the ESD system to avoid the generation of surge pressures within the cargo transfer pipework. The equipment to be shut down on ESD activation includes manifold valves during loading or discharge, any pump or compressor, etc., transferring cargo internally or externally (e.g. to shore or another ship/barge) and cargo tank valves, if the MARVS exceeds 0.07 MPa. 5.5.2 Cargo tank connections 5.5.2.1 All liquid and vapour connections, except for safety relief valves and liquid level gauging devices, shall have shutoff valves located as close to the tank as practicable. These valves shall provide full closure and shall be capable of local manual operation. They may also be capable of remote operation.






5.5.2.2 For cargo tanks with a MARVS exceeding 0.07 MPa gauge, the above connections shall also be equipped with remotely controlled ESD valves. These valves shall be located as close to the tank as practicable. A single valve may be substituted for the two separate valves, provided the valve complies with the requirements of 18.10.2 and provides full closure of the line. 5.5.3 Cargo manifold connections 5.5.3.1 One remotely controlled ESD valve shall be provided at each cargo transfer connection in use to stop liquid and vapour transfer to or from the ship. Transfer connections not in use shall be isolated with suitable blank flanges. 5.5.3.2 If the cargo tank MARVS exceeds 0.07 MPa, an additional manual valve shall be provided for each transfer connection in use, and may be inboard or outboard of the ESD valve to suit the ship's design. 5.5.4 Excess flow valves may be used in lieu of ESD valves, if the diameter of the protected pipe does not exceed 50 mm. Excess flow valves shall close automatically at the rated closing flow of vapour or liquid as specified by the manufacturer. The piping including fittings, valves and appurtenances protected by an excess flow valve shall have a capacity greater than the rated closing flow of the excess flow valve. Excess flow valves may be designed with a bypass not exceeding the area of a 1 mm diameter circular opening to allow equalization of pressure after a shutdown activation. 5.5.5 Cargo tank connections for gauging or measuring devices need not be equipped with excess flow valves or ESD valves, provided that the devices are constructed so that the outward flow of tank contents cannot exceed that passed by a 1.5 mm diameter circular hole. 5.5.6 All pipelines or components which may be isolated in a liquid full condition shall be protected with relief valves for thermal expansion and evaporation. 5.5.7 All pipelines or components which may be isolated automatically due to a fire with a liquid volume of more than 0.05 m3 entrapped shall be provided with PRVs sized for a fire condition. 5.6 Cargo transfer arrangements 5.6.1 Where cargo transfer is by means of cargo pumps that are not accessible for repair with the tanks in service, at least two separate means shall be provided to transfer cargo from each cargo tank, and the design shall be such that failure of one cargo pump or means of transfer will not prevent the cargo transfer by another pump or pumps, or other cargo transfer means. 5.6.2 The procedure for transfer of cargo by gas pressurization shall preclude lifting of the relief valves during such transfer. Gas pressurization may be accepted as a means of transfer of cargo for those tanks where the design factor of safety is not reduced under the conditions prevailing during the cargo transfer operation. If the cargo tank relief valves or set pressure are changed for this purpose, as it is permitted in accordance with 8.2.7 and 8.2.8, the new set pressure shall not exceed Ph as is defined in 4.13.2. 5.6.3 Vapour return connections Connections for vapour return to the shore installations shall be provided.






5.6.4 Cargo tank vent piping systems The pressure relief system shall be connected to a vent piping system designed to minimize the possibility of cargo vapour accumulating on the decks, or entering accommodation spaces, service spaces, control stations and machinery spaces, or other spaces where it may create a dangerous condition. 5.6.5 Cargo sampling connections 5.6.5.1 Connections to cargo piping systems for taking cargo liquid samples shall be clearly marked and shall be designed to minimize the release of cargo vapours. For vessels permitted to carry toxic products, the sampling system shall be of a closed loop design to ensure that cargo liquid and vapour are not vented to atmosphere. 5.6.5.2 Liquid sampling systems shall be provided with two valves on the sample inlet. One of these valves shall be of the multi-turn type to avoid accidental opening, and shall be spaced far enough apart to ensure that they can isolate the line if there is blockage, by ice or hydrates for example. 5.6.5.3 On closed loop systems, the valves on the return pipe shall also comply with 5.6.5.2. 5.6.5.4 The connection to the sample container shall comply with recognized standards and be supported so as to be able to support the weight of a sample container. Threaded connections shall be tack-welded, or otherwise locked, to prevent them being unscrewed during the normal connection and disconnection of sample containers. The sample connection shall be fitted with a closure plug or flange to prevent any leakage when the connection is not in use. 5.6.5.5 Sample connections used only for vapour samples may be fitted with a single valve in accordance with 5.5, 5.8 and 5.13, and shall also be fitted with a closure plug or flange. 5.6.5.6 Sampling operations shall be undertaken as prescribed in 18.9. 5.6.6 Cargo filters The cargo liquid and vapour systems shall be capable of being fitted with filters to protect against damage by extraneous objects. Such filters may be permanent or temporary, and the standards of filtration shall be appropriate to the risk of debris, etc., entering the cargo system. Means shall be provided to indicate that filters are becoming blocked, and to isolate, depressurize and clean the filters safely. 5.7 Installation requirements 5.7.1 Design for expansion and contraction Provision shall be made to protect the piping, piping system and components and cargo tanks from excessive stresses due to thermal movement and from movements of the tank and hull structure. The preferred method outside the cargo tanks is by means of offsets, bends or loops, but multi-layer bellows may be used if offsets, bends or loops are not practicable. 5.7.2 Precautions against low temperature

Low temperature piping shall be thermally isolated from the adjacent hull structure, where necessary, to prevent the temperature of the hull from falling below the design temperature of the hull material. Where liquid piping is dismantled regularly, or where liquid leakage may be anticipated, such as at shore connections and at pump seals, protection for the hull beneath shall be provided.






5.7.3 Water curtain

For cargo temperatures below -110°C, a water distribution system shall be fitted in way of the hull under the shore connections to provide a low-pressure water curtain for additional protection of the hull steel and the ship's side structure. This system is in addition to the requirements of 11.3.1.4, and shall be operated when cargo transfer is in progress. 5.7.4 Bonding Where tanks or cargo piping and piping equipment are separated from the ship's structure by thermal isolation, provision shall be made for electrically bonding both the piping and the tanks. All gasketed pipe joints and hose connections shall be electrically bonded. Except where bonding straps are used, it shall be demonstrated that the electrical resistance of each joint or connection is less than 1MΩ. 5.8 Piping fabrication and joining details 5.8.1 General The requirements of this section apply to piping inside and outside the cargo tanks. Relaxation from these requirements may be accepted, in accordance with recognized standards for piping inside cargo tanks and open-ended piping. 5.8.2 Direct connections The following direct connection of pipe lengths, without flanges, may be considered:

.1 butt-welded joints with complete penetration at the root may be used in all applications. For design temperatures colder than -10°C, butt welds shall be either double welded or equivalent to a double welded butt joint. This may be accomplished by use of a backing ring, consumable insert or inert gas backup on the first pass. For design pressures in excess of 1 MPa and design temperatures of -10°C or colder, backing rings shall be removed;

.2 slip-on welded joints with sleeves and related welding, having dimensions

in accordance with recognized standards, shall only be used for instrument lines and open-ended lines with an external diameter of 50 mm or less and design temperatures not colder than -55°C; and

.3 screwed couplings complying with recognized standards shall only be used

for accessory lines and instrumentation lines with external diameters of 25 mm or less.

5.8.3 Flanged connections 5.8.3.1 Flanges in flanged connections shall be of the welded neck, slip-on or socket welded type. 5.8.3.2 Flanges shall comply with recognized standards for their type, manufacture and test. For all piping, except open ended, the following restrictions apply:

.1 for design temperatures colder than -55°C, only welded-neck flanges shall be used; and






.2 for design temperatures colder than -10°C, slip-on flanges shall not be used in nominal sizes above 100 mm and socket welded flanges shall not be used in nominal sizes above 50 mm.

5.8.4 Expansion joints Where bellows and expansion joints are provided in accordance with 5.7.1, the following requirements apply:

.1 if necessary, bellows shall be protected against icing; and .2 slip joints shall not be used except within the cargo tanks.

5.8.5 Other connections Piping connections shall be joined in accordance with 5.8.2 to 5.8.4, but for other exceptional cases the Administration may consider alternative arrangements. 5.9 Welding, post-weld heat treatment and non-destructive testing 5.9.1 General Welding shall be carried out in accordance with 6.5. 5.9.2 Post-weld heat treatment Post-weld heat treatment shall be required for all butt welds of pipes made with carbon, carbon-manganese and low alloy steels. The Administration or recognized organization acting on its behalf may waive the requirements for thermal stress relieving of pipes with wall thickness less than 10 mm in relation to the design temperature and pressure of the piping system concerned. 5.9.3 Non-destructive testing

In addition to normal controls before and during the welding, and to the visual inspection of the finished welds, as necessary for proving that the welding has been carried out correctly and according to the requirements of this paragraph, the following tests shall be required:

.1 100% radiographic or ultrasonic inspection of butt-welded joints for piping systems with design temperatures colder than -10°C, or with inside diameters of more than 75 mm, or wall thicknesses greater than 10 mm;

.2 when such butt-welded joints of piping sections are made by automatic

welding procedures approved by the Administration or recognized organization acting on its behalf, then a progressive reduction in the extent of radiographic or ultrasonic inspection can be agreed, but in no case to less than 10% of each joint. If defects are revealed, the extent of examination shall be increased to 100% and shall include inspection of previously accepted welds. This approval can only be granted if well-documented quality assurance procedures and records are available to assess the ability of the manufacturer to produce satisfactory welds consistently; and

.3 for other butt-welded joints of pipes not covered by 5.9.3.1 and 5.9.3.2, spot

radiographic or ultrasonic inspection or other non-destructive tests shall be carried out depending upon service, position and materials. In general, at least 10% of butt-welded joints of pipes shall be subjected to radiographic or ultrasonic inspection.






5.10 Installation requirements for cargo piping outside the cargo area 5.10.1 Bow and stern loading arrangements

The following requirements shall apply to cargo piping and related piping equipment located outside the cargo area:

.1 cargo piping and related piping equipment outside the cargo area shall have only welded connections. The piping outside the cargo area shall run on the weather decks and shall be at least 0.8 m inboard, except for athwartships shore connection piping. Such piping shall be clearly identified and fitted with a shutoff valve at its connection to the cargo piping system within the cargo area. At this location, it shall also be capable of being separated by means of a removable spool piece and blank flanges, when not in use; and

.2 the piping shall be full penetration butt-welded and subjected to full

radiographic or ultrasonic inspection, regardless of pipe diameter and design temperature. Flange connections in the piping shall only be permitted within the cargo area and at the shore connection.

5.10.2 Turret compartment transfer systems

The following requirements shall apply to liquid and vapour cargo piping where it is run outside the cargo area:

.1 cargo piping and related piping equipment outside the cargo area shall have only welded connections; and

.2 the piping shall be full penetration butt-welded, and subjected to full

radiographic or ultrasonic inspection, regardless of pipe diameter and design temperature. Flange connections in the piping shall only be permitted within the cargo area and at connections to cargo hoses and the turret connection.

5.10.3 Gas fuel piping

Gas fuel piping, as far as practicable, shall have welded joints. Those parts of the gas fuel piping that are not enclosed in a ventilated pipe or duct according to 16.4.3, and are on the weather decks outside the cargo area, shall have full penetration butt-welded joints and shall be subjected to full radiographic or ultrasonic inspection. 5.11 Piping system component requirements 5.11.1 Piping scantlings. Piping systems shall be designed in accordance with recognized standards.






5.11.2.1 The following criteria shall be used for determining pipe wall thickness. 5.11.2.2 The wall thickness of pipes shall not be less than:

t

t b c

a

0

1100

(mm)

where:

to = theoretical thickness, determined by the following formula:

0

2

P Dt

K e P

(mm)

with:

P = design pressure (MPa) referred to in 5.4; D = outside diameter (mm); K = allowable stress (N/mm²) referred to in 5.11.3; e = efficiency factor equal to 1 for seamless pipes and for

longitudinally or spirally welded pipes, delivered by approved manufacturers of welded pipes, that are considered equivalent to seamless pipes when non-destructive testing on welds is carried out in accordance with recognized standards. In other cases, an efficiency factor of less than 1, in accordance with recognized standards, may be required, depending on the manufacturing process;

b = allowance for bending (mm). The value of b shall be chosen so

that the calculated stress in the bend, due to internal pressure only, does not exceed the allowable stress. Where such justification is not given, b shall be:

b

D t

r

0

2 5. (mm),

with:

r = mean radius of the bend (mm);

c = corrosion allowance (mm). If corrosion or erosion is expected, the wall thickness of the piping shall be increased over that required by other design requirements. This allowance shall be consistent with the expected life of the piping; and

a = negative manufacturing tolerance for thickness (%). 5.11.2.3 The minimum wall thickness shall be in accordance with recognized standards. 5.11.2.4 Where necessary for mechanical strength to prevent damage, collapse, excessive sag or buckling of pipes due to superimposed loads, the wall thickness shall be increased over that required by 5.11.2.2 or, if this is impracticable or would cause excessive local






stresses, these loads may be reduced, protected against or eliminated by other design methods. Such superimposed loads may be due to: supporting structures, ship deflections, liquid pressure surge during transfer operations, the weight of suspended valves, reaction to loading arm connections, or otherwise. 5.11.3 Allowable stress

5.11.3.1 For pipes, the allowable stress K referred to in the formula in 5.11.2 is the lower of the following values:

R

A

m

or R

B

e

where:

Rm = specified minimum tensile strength at room temperature (N/mm²); and

Re = specified minimum yield stress at room temperature (N/mm²). If the stress-strain curve does not show a defined yield stress, the 0.2% proof stress applies.

The values of A and B shall be shown on the International Certificate of Fitness for the Carriage of Liquefied Gases in Bulk required in 1.4.4, and have values of at least A = 2.7 and B = 1.8. 5.11.4 High-pressure gas fuel outer pipes or ducting scantlings In fuel gas piping systems of design pressure greater than the critical pressure, the tangential membrane stress of a straight section of pipe or ducting shall not exceed the tensile strength divided by 1.5 (Rm /1.5) when subjected to the design pressure specified in 5.4. The pressure ratings of all other piping components shall reflect the same level of strength as straight pipes. 5.11.5 Stress analysis When the design temperature is -110°C or lower, a complete stress analysis, taking into account all the stresses due to the weight of pipes, including acceleration loads if significant, internal pressure, thermal contraction and loads induced by hog and sag of the ship for each branch of the piping system shall be submitted to the Administration. For temperatures above -110°C, a stress analysis may be required by the Administration in relation to such matters as the design or stiffness of the piping system and the choice of materials. In any case, consideration shall be given to thermal stresses even though calculations are not submitted. The analysis may be carried out according to a code of practice acceptable to the Administration. 5.11.6 Flanges, valves and fittings 5.11.6.1 Flanges, valves and other fittings shall comply with recognized standards, taking into account the material selected and the design pressure defined in 5.4. For bellows expansion joints used in vapour service, a lower minimum design pressure may be accepted. 5.11.6.2 For flanges not complying with a recognized standard, the dimensions of flanges and related bolts shall be to the satisfaction of the Administration or recognized organization acting on its behalf.






5.11.6.3 All emergency shutdown valves shall be of the "fire closed" type (see 5.13.1.1 and 18.10.2). 5.11.6.4 The design and installation of expansion bellows shall be in accordance with recognized standards and be fitted with means to prevent damage due to over-extension or compression. 5.11.7 Ship's cargo hoses 5.11.7.1 Liquid and vapour hoses used for cargo transfer shall be compatible with the cargo and suitable for the cargo temperature. 5.11.7.2 Hoses subject to tank pressure, or the discharge pressure of pumps or vapour compressors, shall be designed for a bursting pressure not less than five times the maximum pressure the hose will be subjected to during cargo transfer. 5.11.7.3 Each new type of cargo hose, complete with end-fittings, shall be prototype-tested at a normal ambient temperature, with 200 pressure cycles from zero to at least twice the specified maximum working pressure. After this cycle pressure test has been carried out, the prototype test shall demonstrate a bursting pressure of at least 5 times its specified maximum working pressure at the upper and lower extreme service temperature. Hoses used for prototype testing shall not be used for cargo service. Thereafter, before being placed in service, each new length of cargo hose produced shall be hydrostatically tested at ambient temperature to a pressure not less than 1.5 times its specified maximum working pressure, but not more than two fifths of its bursting pressure. The hose shall be stencilled, or otherwise marked, with the date of testing, its specified maximum working pressure and, if used in services other than ambient temperature services, its maximum and minimum service temperature, as applicable. The specified maximum working pressure shall not be less than 1 MPa gauge. 5.12 Materials 5.12.1 The choice and testing of materials used in piping systems shall comply with the requirements of chapter 6, taking into account the minimum design temperature. However, some relaxation may be permitted in the quality of material of open-ended vent piping, provided that the temperature of the cargo at the pressure relief valve setting is not lower than 55°C, and that no liquid discharge to the vent piping can occur. Similar relaxations may be permitted under the same temperature conditions to open-ended piping inside cargo tanks, excluding discharge piping and all piping inside membrane and semi-membrane tanks. 5.12.2 Materials having a melting point below 925°C shall not be used for piping outside the cargo tanks except for short lengths of pipes attached to the cargo tanks, in which case fire-resisting insulation shall be provided. 5.12.3 Cargo piping insulation system

5.12.3.1 Cargo piping systems shall be provided with a thermal insulation system as required to minimize heat leak into the cargo during transfer operations and to protect personnel from direct contact with cold surfaces. 5.12.3.2 Where applicable, due to location or environmental conditions, insulation materials shall have suitable properties of resistance to fire and flame spread and shall be adequately protected against penetration of water vapour and mechanical damage.






5.12.4 Where the cargo piping system is of a material susceptible to stress corrosion cracking in the presence of a salt-laden atmosphere, adequate measures to avoid this occurring shall be taken by considering material selection, protection of exposure to salty water and/or readiness for inspection. 5.13 Testing requirements 5.13.1 Type testing of piping components 5.13.1.1 Valves7

Each type of valve intended to be used at a working temperature below -55oC shall be subject to the following type tests:

.1 each size and type of valve shall be subjected to seat tightness testing over the full range of operating pressures for bi-directional flow and temperatures, at intervals, up to the rated design pressure of the valve. Allowable leakage rates shall be to the requirements of the Administration or recognized organization acting on its behalf. During the testing, satisfactory operation of the valve shall be verified;

.2 the flow or capacity shall be certified to a recognized standard for each size

and type of valve; .3 pressurized components shall be pressure tested to at least 1.5 times the

rated pressure; and .4 for emergency shutdown valves, with materials having melting temperatures

lower than 925°C, the type testing shall include a fire test to a standard acceptable to the Administration.

5.13.1.2 Expansion bellows The following type tests shall be performed on each type of expansion bellows intended for use on cargo piping outside the cargo tank and where required by the Administration or recognized organization acting on its behalf, on those installed within the cargo tanks:

.1 elements of the bellows, not pre-compressed, shall be pressure tested at not less than five times the design pressure without bursting. The duration of the test shall not be less than 5 min;

2 a pressure test shall be performed on a type expansion joint, complete with all

the accessories such as flanges, stays and articulations, at the minimum design temperature and twice the design pressure at the extreme displacement conditions recommended by the manufacturer, without permanent deformation;

.3 a cyclic test (thermal movements) shall be performed on a complete

expansion joint, which shall withstand at least as many cycles under the conditions of pressure, temperature, axial movement, rotational movement and transverse movement as it will encounter in actual service. Testing at ambient temperature is permitted when this testing is at least as severe as testing at the service temperature; and

7 Refer to SIGTTO Publication on "The Selection and Testing of Valves for LNG Applications".






.4 a cyclic fatigue test (ship deformation) shall be performed on a complete expansion joint, without internal pressure, by simulating the bellows movement corresponding to a compensated pipe length, for at least 2,000,000 cycles at a frequency not higher than 5 Hz. This test is only required when, due to the piping arrangement, ship deformation loads are actually experienced.

5.13.2 System testing requirements 5.13.2.1 The requirements of this section shall apply to piping inside and outside the cargo tanks. 5.13.2.2 After assembly, all cargo and process piping shall be subjected to a strength test with a suitable fluid. The test pressure shall be at least 1.5 times the design pressure (1.25 times the design pressure where the test fluid is compressible) for liquid lines and 1.5 times the maximum system working pressure (1.25 times the maximum system working pressure where the test fluid is compressible) for vapour lines. When piping systems or parts of systems are completely manufactured and equipped with all fittings, the test may be conducted prior to installation on board the ship. Joints welded on board shall be tested to at least 1.5 times the design pressure. 5.13.2.3 After assembly on board, each cargo and process piping system shall be subjected to a leak test using air, or other suitable medium, to a pressure depending on the leak detection method applied. 5.13.2.4 In double wall gas-fuel piping systems, the outer pipe or duct shall also be pressure tested to show that it can withstand the expected maximum pressure at gas pipe rupture. 5.13.2.5 All piping systems, including valves, fittings and associated equipment for handling cargo or vapours, shall be tested under normal operating conditions not later than at the first loading operation, in accordance with recognized standards. 5.13.3 Emergency shutdown valves The closing characteristics of emergency shutdown valves used in liquid cargo piping systems shall be tested to demonstrate compliance with 18.10.2.1.3. This testing may be carried out on board after installation.

CHAPTER 6

MATERIALS OF CONSTRUCTION AND QUALITY CONTROL Goal

To identify the required properties, testing standards and stability of metallic and non-metallic materials and fabrication processes used in the construction of cargo containment and piping systems to ensure they serve the functions for which they have been selected, as required in chapters 4 and 5. 6.1 Definitions 6.1.1 Where reference is made in this chapter to A, B, D, E, AH, DH, EH and FH hull structural steels, these steel grades are hull structural steels according to recognized standards.






6.1.2 A piece is the rolled product from a single slab or billet or from a single ingot, if this is rolled directly into plates, strips, sections or bars. 6.1.3 A batch is the number of items or pieces to be accepted or rejected together, on the basis of the tests to be carried out on a sampling basis. The size of a batch is given in the recognized standards. 6.1.4 Controlled rolling (CR) is a rolling procedure in which the final deformation is carried out in the normalizing temperature range, resulting in a material condition generally equivalent to that obtained by normalizing. 6.1.5 Thermo-mechanical controlled processing (TMCP) is a procedure that involves strict control of both the steel temperature and the rolling reduction. Unlike CR, the properties conferred by TMCP cannot be reproduced by subsequent normalizing or other heat treatment. The use of accelerated cooling on completion of TMCP may also be accepted, subject to approval by the Administration. The same applies for the use of tempering after completion of TMCP.

6.1.6 Accelerated cooling (AcC) is a process that aims to improve mechanical properties by controlled cooling with rates higher than air cooling, immediately after the final TMCP operation. Direct quenching is excluded from accelerated cooling. The material properties conferred by TMCP and AcC cannot be reproduced by subsequent normalizing or other heat treatment. 6.2 Scope and general requirements 6.2.1 This chapter gives the requirements for metallic and non-metallic materials used in the construction of the cargo system. This includes requirements for joining processes, production process, personnel qualification, NDT and inspection and testing including production testing. The requirements for rolled materials, forgings and castings are given in 6.4 and tables 6.1, to 6.5. The requirements for weldments are given in 6.5, and the guidance for non-metallic materials is given in appendix 4. A quality assurance/quality control programme shall be implemented to ensure that the requirements of 6.2 are complied with. 6.2.2 The manufacture, testing, inspection and documentation shall be in accordance with recognized standards and the specific requirements given in the Code.

6.2.3 Where post-weld heat treatment is specified or required, the properties of the base material shall be determined in the heat-treated condition, in accordance with the applicable table of this chapter, and the weld properties shall be determined in the heat treated condition in accordance with 6.5. In cases where a post-weld heat treatment is applied, the test requirements may be modified at the discretion of the Administration. 6.3 General test requirements and specifications 6.3.1 Tensile test 6.3.1.1 Tensile testing shall be carried out in accordance with recognized standards. 6.3.1.2 Tensile strength, yield stress and elongation shall be to the satisfaction of the Administration. For carbon-manganese steel and other materials with definitive yield points, consideration shall be given to the limitation of the yield to tensile ratio. 6.3.2 Toughness test 6.3.2.1 Acceptance tests for metallic materials shall include Charpy V-notch toughness tests, unless otherwise specified by the Administration. The specified Charpy V-notch






requirements are minimum average energy values for three full size (10 mm × 10 mm) specimens and minimum single energy values for individual specimens. Dimensions and tolerances of Charpy V-notch specimens shall be in accordance with recognized standards. The testing and requirements for specimens smaller than 5 mm in size shall be in accordance with recognized standards. Minimum average values for subsized specimens shall be:

Charpy V-notch specimen size (mm)

Minimum average energy of three specimens

10 x 10 KV 10 x 7.5 5/6 KV 10 x 5 2/3 KV

where:

KV = the energy values (J) specified in tables 6.1 to 6.4.

Only one individual value may be below the specified average value, provided it is not less than 70% of that value. 6.3.2.2 For base metal, the largest size Charpy V-notch specimens possible for the material thickness shall be machined with the specimens located as near as practicable to a point midway between the surface and the centre of the thickness and the length of the notch perpendicular to the surface as shown in figure 6.1.

Figure 6.1 – Orientation of base metal test specimen

6.3.2.3 For a weld test specimen, the largest size Charpy V-notch specimens possible for the material thickness shall be machined, with the specimens located as near as practicable to a point midway between the surface and the centre of the thickness. In all cases, the distance from the surface of the material to the edge of the specimen shall be approximately 1 mm or greater. In addition, for double-V butt welds, specimens shall be machined closer to the surface of the second welded section. The specimens shall be taken generally at each of the following locations, as shown in figure 6.2, on the centreline of the welds, the fusion line and 1 mm, 3 mm and 5 mm from the fusion line.






Figure 6.2 – Orientation of weld test specimen Notch locations in figure 6.2:

.1 Centreline of the weld. .2 Fusion line. .3 In heat-affected zone (HAZ), 1 mm from the fusion line. .4 In HAZ, 3 mm from the fusion line. .5 In HAZ, 5 mm from the fusion line.

6.3.2.4 If the average value of the three initial Charpy V-notch specimens fails to meet the stated requirements, or the value for more than one specimen is below the required average value, or when the value for one specimen is below the minimum value permitted for a single specimen, three additional specimens from the same material may be tested and the results be combined with those previously obtained to form a new average. If this new average complies with the requirements and if no more than two individual results are lower than the required average and no more than one result is lower than the required value for a single specimen, the piece or batch may be accepted. 6.3.3 Bend test 6.3.3.1 The bend test may be omitted as a material acceptance test, but is required for weld tests. Where a bend test is performed, this shall be done in accordance with recognized standards. 6.3.3.2 The bend tests shall be transverse bend tests, which may be face, root or side bends at the discretion of the Administration. However, longitudinal bend tests may be required in lieu of transverse bend tests in cases where the base material and weld metal have different strength levels.






6.3.4 Section observation and other testing

Macrosection, microsection observations and hardness tests may also be required by the Administration, and they shall be carried out in accordance with recognized standards, where required. 6.4 Requirements for metallic materials 6.4.1 General requirements for metallic materials 6.4.1.1 The requirements for materials of construction are shown in the tables as follows: .1 Table 6.1: Plates, pipes (seamless and welded), sections and forgings for

cargo tanks and process pressure vessels for design temperatures not lower than 0°C.

.2 Table 6.2: Plates, sections and forgings for cargo tanks, secondary

barriers and process pressure vessels for design temperatures below 0°C and down to -55°C.

.3 Table 6.3: Plates, sections and forgings for cargo tanks, secondary

barriers and process pressure vessels for design temperatures below -55°C and down to -165°C.

.4 Table 6.4: Pipes (seamless and welded), forgings and castings for cargo

and process piping for design temperatures below 0°C and down to -165°C.

.5 Table 6.5: Plates and sections for hull structures required by 4.19.1.2

and 4.19.1.3. Table 6.1

PLATES, PIPES (SEAMLESS AND WELDED)See notes 1 and 2, SECTIONS AND FORGINGS FOR CARGO TANKS AND PROCESS PRESSURE VESSELS FOR DESIGN TEMPERATURES NOT LOWER THAN 0°C

CHEMICAL COMPOSITION AND HEAT TREATMENT Carbon-manganese steel Fully killed fine grain steel Small additions of alloying elements by agreement with the Administration Composition limits to be approved by the Administration Normalized, or quenched and tempered See note 4

TENSILE AND TOUGHNESS (IMPACT) TEST REQUIREMENTS Sampling frequency

Plates Each "piece" to be tested Sections and forgings Each "batch" to be tested.

Mechanical properties

Tensile properties Specified minimum yield stress not to exceed 410 N/mm2 See note 5

Toughness (Charpy V-notch test)

Plates Transverse test pieces. Minimum average energy value (KV) 27J

Sections and forgings Longitudinal test pieces. Minimum average energy (KV) 41J






Test temperature Thickness t (mm) Test temperature

(°C) t<20 0

20<t<40 See note 3 -20 Notes

1 For seamless pipes and fittings normal practice applies. The use of longitudinally and spirally welded pipes shall be specially approved by the Administration or recognized organization acting on its behalf.

2 2 Charpy V-notch impact tests are not required for pipes.

3 This table is generally applicable for material thicknesses up to 40 mm. Proposals

for greater thicknesses shall be approved by the Administration or recognized organization acting on its behalf.

4 4 A controlled rolling procedure or TMCP may be used as an alternative.

5 Materials with specified minimum yield stress exceeding 410 N/mm2 may be

approved by the Administration or recognized organization acting on its behalf. For these materials, particular attention shall be given to the hardness of the welded and heat affected zones.






Table 6.2

PLATES, SECTIONS AND FORGINGS See note1 FOR CARGO TANKS, SECONDARY BARRIERS AND PROCESS PRESSURE VESSELS FOR DESIGN TEMPERATURES

BELOW 0°C AND DOWN TO -55°C Maximum thickness 25 mm See note 2

CHEMICAL COMPOSITION AND HEAT TREATMENT Carbon-manganese steel Fully killed, aluminium treated fine grain steel Chemical composition (ladle analysis)

C Mn Si S P 0.16%max See note 3 0.7-1.60% 0.1-0.50% 0.025% max 0.025% max Optional additions: Alloys and grain refining elements may be generally in accordance with the following:

Ni Cr Mo Cu Nb V 0.8% max 0.25% max 0.08% max 0.35% max 0.05% max 0.1% max

Al content total 0.02% min (Acid soluble 0.015% min) Normalized, or quenched and tempered See note 4


Plates Each "piece" to be tested Sections and forgings Each "batch" to be tested

Mechanical properties

Tensile properties Specified minimum yield stress not to exceed 410 N/mm2 See note 5




Test temperature 5°C below the design temperature or -20°C, whichever is lower

Notes

1 The Charpy V-notch and chemistry requirements for forgings may be specially considered by the Administration.

2 For material thickness of more than 25 mm, Charpy V-notch tests shall be conducted

as follows:

Material thickness (mm) Test temperature (°C)

25 < t ≤ 30 10°C below design temperature or -20°C, whichever is lower 30 < t ≤ 35 15°C below design temperature or -20°C, whichever is lower 35 < t ≤ 40 20°C below design temperature

40 < t Temperature approved by the Administration or recognized organization acting on its behalf

The impact energy value shall be in accordance with the table for the applicable type of

test specimen.

Materials for tanks and parts of tanks which are completely thermally stress relieved after welding may be tested at a temperature 5°C below design temperature or -20°C, whichever is lower.






For thermally stress relieved reinforcements and other fittings, the test temperature shall be the same as that required for the adjacent tank-shell thickness.

3 By special agreement with the Administration, the carbon content may be increased

to 0.18% maximum, provided the design temperature is not lower than -40°C. 4 A controlled rolling procedure or TMCP may be used as an alternative. 5 Materials with specified minimum yield stress exceeding 410 N/mm2 may be approved

by the Administration or recognized organization acting on its behalf. For these materials, particular attention shall be given to the hardness of the welded and heat affected zones.

Guidance: For materials exceeding 25 mm in thickness for which the test temperature is -60°C or

lower, the application of specially treated steels or steels in accordance with table 6.3 may be necessary.






Table 6.3

PLATES, SECTIONS AND FORGINGS See note 1 FOR CARGO TANKS, SECONDARY BARRIERS AND PROCESS PRESSURE VESSELS FOR

DESIGN TEMPERATURES BELOW -55°C AND DOWN TO -165°C See note 2 Maximum thickness 25 mm See notes 3 and 4

Minimum design temperature (°C) Chemical composition See note 5 and heat treatment Impact test

temperature (°C)

-60 1.5% nickel steel – normalized or normalized and tempered or quenched and tempered or TMCP See note 6

-65

-65 2.25% nickel steel – normalized or normalized and tempered or quenched and tempered or TMCP See notes 6 and 7

-70

-90 3.5% nickel steel – normalized or normalized and tempered or quenched and tempered or TMCP See notes 6 and 7

-95

-105 5% nickel steel – normalized or normalized and tempered or quenched and tempered See notes 6, 7 and 8

-110

-165 9% nickel steel – double normalized and tempered or quenched and tempered See note 6 -196

-165 Austenitic steels, such as types 304, 304L, 316, 316L, 321 and 347 solution treated See note 9 -196

-165 Aluminium alloys; such as type 5083 annealed Not required

-165 Austenitic Fe-Ni alloy (36% nickel). Heat treatment as agreed Not required


Plates Each "piece" to be tested Sections and forgings Each "batch" to be tested




Notes

1 The impact test required for forgings used in critical applications shall be subject to special consideration by the Administration.

2 The requirements for design temperatures below -165°C shall be specially agreed with

the Administration. 3 For materials 1.5% Ni, 2.25% Ni, 3.5% Ni and 5% Ni, with thicknesses greater

than 25 mm, the impact tests shall be conducted as follows:

Material thickness (mm) Test temperature (°C) 25 < t ≤ 30 10°C below design temperature 30 < t ≤ 35 15°C below design temperature 35 < t ≤ 40 20°C below design temperature






The energy value shall be in accordance with the table for the applicable type of test specimen. For material thickness of more than 40 mm, the Charpy V-notch values shall be specially considered.

4 For 9% Ni steels, austenitic stainless steels and aluminium alloys, thickness greater

than 25 mm may be used. 5 The chemical composition limits shall be in accordance with recognized standards. 6 TMCP nickel steels will be subject to acceptance by the Administration. 7 A lower minimum design temperature for quenched and tempered steels may be

specially agreed with the Administration. 8 A specially heat treated 5% nickel steel, for example triple heat treated 5% nickel steel,

may be used down to -165°C, provided that the impact tests are carried out at -196°C. 9 The impact test may be omitted, subject to agreement with the Administration.






Table 6.4

PIPES (SEAMLESS AND WELDED) See note 1, FORGINGS See note 2 AND CASTINGS See note 2 FOR CARGO AND PROCESS PIPING FOR DESIGN

TEMPERATURES BELOW 0°C AND DOWN TO -165°C See note 3 Maximum thickness 25 mm

Minimum design

temperature (°C)

Chemical composition See note 5 and heat treatment

Impact test

Test temp. (°C)

Minimum average energy (KV)

-55 Carbon-manganese steel. Fully killed fine grain. Normalized or as agreed See note 6

See note 4 27

-65 2.25% nickel steel. Normalized, normalized and tempered or quenched and tempered See note 6 -70 34

-90 3.5% nickel steel. Normalized, normalized and tempered or quenched and tempered See note 6 -95 34

-165

9% nickel steel See note 7. Double normalized and tempered or quenched and tempered -196 41

Austenitic steels, such as types 304. 304L, 316, 316L, 321 and 347. Solution treated See note 8 -196 41

Aluminium alloys; such as type 5083 annealed Not required


Each "batch" to be tested. Toughness (Charpy V-notch test)

Impact test: Longitudinal test pieces Notes 1 The use of longitudinally or spirally welded pipes shall be specially approved by the

Administration. 2 The requirements for forgings and castings may be subject to special consideration by

the Administration. 3 The requirements for design temperatures below -165°C shall be specially agreed with

the Administration. 4 The test temperature shall be 5°C below the design temperature or -20°C, whichever is

lower. 5 The composition limits shall be in accordance with recognized standards. 6 A lower design temperature may be specially agreed with the Administration for

quenched and tempered materials. 7 This chemical composition is not suitable for castings. 8 Impact tests may be omitted, subject to agreement with the Administration.






Table 6.5

PLATES AND SECTIONS FOR HULL STRUCTURES REQUIRED BY 4.19.1.2 AND 4.19.1.3

Minimum design temperature of hull

structure (°C)

Maximum thickness (mm) for steel grades

A B D E AH DH EH FH

0 and aboveSee note 1 -5 and aboveSee

note 2 Recognized standards

down to -5 15 25 30 50 25 45 50 50 down to -10 x 20 25 50 20 40 50 50 down to -20 x x 20 50 x 30 50 50 down to -30 x x x 40 x 20 40 50

Below -30 In accordance with table 6.2, except that the thickness limitation given in table 6.2 and in note 2 of that table does not apply.

Notes "x" means steel grade not to be used. 1 For the purpose of 4.19.1.3. 2 For the purpose of 4.19.1.2. 6.5 Welding of metallic materials and non-destructive testing 6.5.1 General 6.5.1.1 This section shall apply to primary and secondary barriers only, including the inner hull where this forms the secondary barrier. Acceptance testing is specified for carbon, carbon-manganese, nickel alloy and stainless steels, but these tests may be adapted for other materials. At the discretion of the Administration, impact testing of stainless steel and aluminium alloy weldments may be omitted and other tests may be specially required for any material. 6.5.2 Welding consumables 6.5.2.1 Consumables intended for welding of cargo tanks shall be in accordance with recognized standards. Deposited weld metal tests and butt weld tests shall be required for all consumables. The results obtained from tensile and Charpy V-notch impact tests shall be in accordance with recognized standards. The chemical composition of the deposited weld metal shall be recorded for information. 6.5.3 Welding procedure tests for cargo tanks and process pressure vessels

6.5.3.1 Welding procedure tests for cargo tanks and process pressure vessels are required for all butt welds.

6.5.3.2 The test assemblies shall be representative of:

.1 each base material;






.2 each type of consumable and welding process; and .3 each welding position.

6.5.3.3 For butt welds in plates, the test assemblies shall be so prepared that the rolling direction is parallel to the direction of welding. The range of thickness qualified by each welding procedure test shall be in accordance with recognized standards. Radiographic or ultrasonic testing may be performed at the option of the fabricator. 6.5.3.4 The following welding procedure tests for cargo tanks and process pressure vessels shall be carried out in accordance with 6.3, with specimens made from each test assembly:

.1 cross-weld tensile tests; .2 longitudinal all-weld testing, where required by the recognized standards; .3 transverse bend tests, which may be face, root or side bends. However,

longitudinal bend tests may be required in lieu of transverse bend tests in cases where the base material and weld metal have different strength levels;

.4 one set of three Charpy V-notch impacts, generally at each of the following

locations, as shown in figure 6.2:

.1 centreline of the weld; .2 fusion line; .3 1 mm from the fusion line; .4 3 mm from the fusion line; and .5 5 mm from the fusion line; and

.5 macrosection, microsection and hardness survey may also be required.

6.5.3.5 Each test shall satisfy the following requirements:

.1 tensile tests: cross-weld tensile strength shall not be less than the specified minimum tensile strength for the appropriate parent materials. For aluminium alloys, reference shall be made to 4.18.1.3 with regard to the requirements for weld metal strength of under-matched welds (where the weld metal has a lower tensile strength than the parent metal). In every case, the position of fracture shall be recorded for information;

.2 bend tests: no fracture is acceptable after a 180° bend over a former of

a diameter four times the thickness of the test pieces; and .3 Charpy V-notch impact tests: Charpy V-notch tests shall be conducted at

the temperature prescribed for the base material being joined. The results of weld metal impact tests, minimum average energy (KV), shall be no less than 27 J. The weld metal requirements for subsize specimens and single energy values shall be in accordance with 6.3.2. The results of fusion line and heat-affected zone impact tests shall show a minimum average energy (KV) in accordance with the transverse or longitudinal requirements of the base material, whichever is applicable, and for subsize specimens, the minimum average energy (KV) shall be in accordance with 6.3.2. If the material thickness does not permit machining either full-size or standard subsize specimens, the testing procedure and acceptance standards shall be in accordance with recognized standards.






6.5.3.6 Procedure tests for fillet welding shall be in accordance with recognized standards. In such cases, consumables shall be so selected that exhibit satisfactory impact properties. 6.5.4 Welding procedure tests for piping

Welding procedure tests for piping shall be carried out and shall be similar to those detailed for cargo tanks in 6.5.3. 6.5.5 Production weld tests

6.5.5.1 For all cargo tanks and process pressure vessels, except integral and membrane tanks, production weld tests shall generally be performed for approximately each 50 m of butt-weld joints and shall be representative of each welding position. For secondary barriers, the same type production tests as required for primary tanks shall be performed, except that the number of tests may be reduced subject to agreement with the Administration. Tests, other than those specified in 6.5.5.2 to 6.5.5.5 may be required for cargo tanks or secondary barriers. 6.5.5.2 The production tests for type A and type B independent tanks and semi-membrane tanks shall include bend tests and, where required for procedure tests, one set of three Charpy V-notch tests. The tests shall be made for each 50 m of weld. The Charpy V-notch tests shall be made with specimens having the notch alternately located in the centre of the weld and in the heat-affected zone (most critical location based on procedure qualification results). For austenitic stainless steel, all notches shall be in the centre of the weld. 6.5.5.3 For type C independent tanks and process pressure vessels, transverse weld tensile tests are required in addition to the tests listed in 6.5.5.2. Tensile tests shall meet the requirements of 6.5.3.5. 6.5.5.4 The quality assurance/quality control programme shall ensure the continued conformity of the production welds as defined in the material manufacturers quality manual. 6.5.5.5 The test requirements for integral and membrane tanks are the same as the applicable test requirements listed in 6.5.3. 6.5.6 Non-destructive testing

6.5.6.1 All test procedures and acceptance standards shall be in accordance with recognized standards, unless the designer specifies a higher standard in order to meet design assumptions. Radiographic testing shall be used, in principle, to detect internal defects. However, an approved ultrasonic test procedure in lieu of radiographic testing may be conducted, but, in addition, supplementary radiographic testing at selected locations shall be carried out to verify the results. Radiographic and ultrasonic testing records shall be retained. 6.5.6.2 For type A independent tanks and semi-membrane tanks, where the design temperature is below -20°C, and for type B independent tanks, regardless of temperature, all full penetration butt welds of the shell plating of cargo tanks shall be subjected to non-destructive testing suitable to detect internal defects over their full length. Ultrasonic testing in lieu of radiographic testing may be carried out under the same conditions as described in 6.5.6.1.






6.5.6.3 Where the design temperature is higher than -20°C, all full penetration butt welds in way of intersections and at least 10% of the remaining full penetration welds of tank structures shall be subjected to radiographic testing or ultrasonic testing under the same conditions as described in 6.5.6.1. 6.5.6.4 In each case, the remaining tank structure, including the welding of stiffeners and other fittings and attachments, shall be examined by magnetic particle or dye penetrant methods, as considered necessary. 6.5.6.5 For type C independent tanks, the extent of non-destructive testing shall be total or partial according to recognized standards, but the controls to be carried out shall not be less than the following:

.1 Total non-destructive testing referred to in 4.23.2.1.3:

Radiographic testing:

.1 all butt welds over their full length;

Non-destructive testing for surface crack detection:

.2 all welds over 10% of their length; .3 reinforcement rings around holes, nozzles, etc., over their full length.

As an alternative, ultrasonic testing as described in 6.5.6.1 may be accepted as a partial substitute for the radiographic testing. In addition, the Administration may require total ultrasonic testing on welding of reinforcement rings around holes, nozzles, etc.

.2 Partial non-destructive testing referred to in 4.23.2.1.3:

Radiographic testing:

.1 all butt-welded crossing joints and at least 10% of the full length of

butt welds at selected positions uniformly distributed;

Non-destructive testing for surface crack detection:

.2 reinforcement rings around holes, nozzles, etc., over their full length;

Ultrasonic testing:

.3 as may be required by the Administration or recognized organization acting on its behalf in each instance.

6.5.6.6 The quality assurance/quality control programme shall ensure the continued conformity of the non-destructive testing of welds, as defined in the material manufacturer's quality manual. 6.5.6.7 Inspection of piping shall be carried out in accordance with the requirements of chapter 5. 6.5.6.8 The secondary barrier shall be non-destructive tested for internal defects as considered necessary. Where the outer shell of the hull is part of the secondary barrier, all sheer strake butts and the intersections of all butts and seams in the side shell shall be tested by radiographic testing.






6.6 Other requirements for construction in metallic materials 6.6.1 General 6.6.1.1 Inspection and non-destructive testing of welds shall be in accordance with the requirements of 6.5.5 and 6.5.6. Where higher standards or tolerances are assumed in the design, they shall also be satisfied. 6.6.2 Independent tank 6.6.2.1 For type C tanks and type B tanks primarily constructed of bodies of revolution, the tolerances relating to manufacture, such as out-of-roundness, local deviations from the true form, welded joints alignment and tapering of plates having different thicknesses, shall comply with recognized standards. The tolerances shall also be related to the buckling analysis referred to in 4.22.3.2 and 4.23.3.2. 6.6.2.2 For type C tanks of carbon and carbon-manganese steel, post-weld heat treatment shall be performed after welding, if the design temperature is below -10°C. Post-weld heat treatment in all other cases and for materials other than those mentioned above shall be to recognized standards. The soaking temperature and holding time shall be to the recognized standards. 6.6.2.3 In the case of type C tanks and large cargo pressure vessels of carbon or carbon-manganese steel, for which it is difficult to perform the heat treatment, mechanical stress relieving by pressurizing may be carried out as an alternative to the heat treatment and subject to the following conditions:

.1 complicated welded pressure vessel parts such as sumps or domes with nozzles, with adjacent shell plates shall be heat treated before they are welded to larger parts of the pressure vessel;

.2 the mechanical stress relieving process shall preferably be carried out

during the hydrostatic pressure test required by 4.23.6, by applying a higher pressure than the test pressure required by 4.23.6.1. The pressurizing medium shall be water;

.3 for the water temperature, 4.23.6.2 applies; .4 stress relieving shall be performed while the tank is supported by its regular

saddles or supporting structure or, when stress relieving cannot be carried out on board, in a manner which will give the same stresses and stress distribution as when supported by its regular saddles or supporting structure;

.5 the maximum stress relieving pressure shall be held for 2 h per 25 mm of

thickness, but in no case less than 2 h; .6 the upper limits placed on the calculated stress levels during stress

relieving shall be the following:

.1 equivalent general primary membrane stress: 0.9 Re; .2 equivalent stress composed of primary bending stress plus

membrane stress: 1.35 Re, where Re is the specific lower minimum yield stress or 0.2% proof stress at test temperature of the steel used for the tank;






.7 strain measurements will normally be required to prove these limits for at least the first tank of a series of identical tanks built consecutively. The location of strain gauges shall be included in the mechanical stress relieving procedure to be submitted in accordance with 6.6.2.3;

.8 the test procedure shall demonstrate that a linear relationship between

pressure and strain is achieved at the end of the stress relieving process when the pressure is raised again up to the design pressure;

.9 high-stress areas in way of geometrical discontinuities such as nozzles and

other openings shall be checked for cracks by dye penetrant or magnetic particle inspection after mechanical stress relieving. Particular attention in this respect shall be paid to plates exceeding 30 mm in thickness;

.10 steels which have a ratio of yield stress to ultimate tensile strength greater

than 0.8 shall generally not be mechanically stress relieved. If, however, the yield stress is raised by a method giving high ductility of the steel, slightly higher rates may be accepted upon consideration in each case;

.11 mechanical stress relieving cannot be substituted for heat treatment of cold

formed parts of tanks, if the degree of cold forming exceeds the limit above which heat treatment is required;

.12 the thickness of the shell and heads of the tank shall not exceed 40 mm.

Higher thicknesses may be accepted for parts which are thermally stress relieved;

.13 local buckling shall be guarded against, particularly when tori-spherical

heads are used for tanks and domes; and .14 the procedure for mechanical stress relieving shall be to a recognized

standard.

6.6.3 Secondary barriers During construction, the requirements for testing and inspection of secondary barriers shall be approved or accepted by the Administration or recognized organization acting on its behalf (see 4.6.2.5 and 4.6.2.6). 6.6.4 Semi-membrane tanks For semi-membrane tanks, the relevant requirements in section 6.6 for independent tanks or for membrane tanks shall be applied as appropriate. 6.6.5 Membrane tanks The quality assurance/quality control programme shall ensure the continued conformity of the weld procedure qualification, design details, materials, construction, inspection and production testing of components. These standards and procedures shall be developed during the prototype testing programme. 6.7 Non-metallic materials 6.7.1 General The information in the attached appendix 4 is given for guidance in the selection and use of these materials, based on the experience to date.






CHAPTER 7

CARGO PRESSURE/TEMPERATURE CONTROL Goal

To maintain the cargo tank pressure and temperature within design limits of the containment

system and/or carriage requirements of the cargo.

7.1 Methods of control 7.1.1 With the exception of tanks designed to withstand full gauge vapour pressure of the cargo under conditions of the upper ambient design temperatures, cargo tanks' pressure and temperature shall be maintained at all times within their design range by either one, or a combination of, the following methods:

.1 reliquefaction of cargo vapours; .2 thermal oxidation of vapours; .3 pressure accumulation; and .4 liquid cargo cooling.

7.1.2 For certain cargoes, where required by chapter 17, the cargo containment system shall be capable of withstanding the full vapour pressure of the cargo under conditions of the upper ambient design temperatures, irrespective of any system provided for dealing with boil-off gas. 7.1.3 Venting of the cargo to maintain cargo tank pressure and temperature shall not be acceptable except in emergency situations. The Administration may permit certain cargoes to be controlled by venting cargo vapours to the atmosphere at sea. This may also be permitted in port with the authorization of the port Administration.

7.2 Design of systems For normal service, the upper ambient design temperature shall be:

- sea: 32°C - air: 45°C

For service in particularly hot or cold zones, these design temperatures shall be increased or decreased, to the satisfaction of the Administration. The overall capacity of the system shall be such that it can control the pressure within the design conditions without venting to atmosphere. 7.3 Reliquefaction of cargo vapours

7.3.1 General The reliquefaction system may be arranged in one of the following ways:

.1 a direct system, where evaporated cargo is compressed, condensed and returned to the cargo tanks;

.2 an indirect system, where cargo or evaporated cargo is cooled or

condensed by refrigerant without being compressed;






.3 a combined system, where evaporated cargo is compressed and condensed in a cargo/refrigerant heat exchanger and returned to the cargo tanks; and

.4 if the reliquefaction system produces a waste stream containing methane

during pressure control operations within the design conditions, these waste gases, as far as reasonably practicable, are disposed of without venting to atmosphere.

Note: The requirements of chapters 17 and 19 may preclude the use of one or more of

these systems or may specify the use of a particular system. 7.3.2 Compatibility Refrigerants used for reliquefaction shall be compatible with the cargo they may come into contact with. In addition, when several refrigerants are used and may come into contact, they shall be compatible with each other. 7.4 Thermal oxidation of vapours

7.4.1 General Maintaining the cargo tank pressure and temperature by means of thermal oxidation of cargo vapours, as defined in 1.2.52 and 16.2 shall be permitted only for LNG cargoes. In general:

.1 thermal oxidation systems shall exhibit no externally visible flame and shall maintain the uptake exhaust temperature below 535°C;

.2 arrangement of spaces where oxidation systems are located shall comply

with 16.3 and supply systems shall comply with 16.4; and .3 if waste gases coming from any other system are to be burnt, the oxidation

system shall be designed to accommodate all anticipated feed gas compositions.

7.4.2 Thermal oxidation systems Thermal oxidation systems shall comply with the following:

.1 each thermal oxidation system shall have a separate uptake; .2 each thermal oxidation system shall have a dedicated forced draught

system; and .3 combustion chambers and uptakes of thermal oxidation systems shall be

designed to prevent any accumulation of gas.

7.4.3 Burners Burners shall be designed to maintain stable combustion under all design firing conditions. 7.4.4 Safety 7.4.4.1 Suitable devices shall be installed and arranged to ensure that gas flow to the burner is cut off unless satisfactory ignition has been established and maintained. 7.4.4.2 Each oxidation system shall have provision to manually isolate its gas fuel supply from a safely accessible position.






7.4.4.3 Provision shall be made for automatic purging the gas supply piping to the burners by means of an inert gas, after the extinguishing of these burners. 7.4.4.4 In case of flame failure of all operating burners for gas or oil or for a combination thereof, the combustion chambers of the oxidation system shall be automatically purged before relighting. 7.4.4.5 Arrangements shall be made to enable the combustion chamber to be manually purged. 7.5 Pressure accumulation systems The containment system insulation, design pressure or both shall be adequate to provide for a suitable margin for the operating time and temperatures involved. No additional pressure and temperature control system is required. Conditions for acceptance shall be recorded in the International Certificate of Fitness for the Carriage of Liquefied Gases in Bulk required in 1.4.4. 7.6 Liquid cargo cooling The bulk cargo liquid may be refrigerated by coolant circulated through coils fitted either inside the cargo tank or onto the external surface of the cargo tank. 7.7 Segregation Where two or more cargoes that may react chemically in a dangerous manner are carried simultaneously, separate systems as defined in 1.2.47, each complying with availability criteria as specified in 7.8, shall be provided for each cargo. For simultaneous carriage of two or more cargoes that are not reactive to each other but where, due to properties of their vapour, separate systems are necessary, separation may be by means of isolation valves. 7.8 Availability The availability of the system and its supporting auxiliary services shall be such that:

.1 in case of a single failure of a mechanical non-static component or a component of the control systems, the cargo tanks' pressure and temperature can be maintained within their design range without affecting other essential services;

.2 redundant piping systems are not required; .3 heat exchangers that are solely necessary for maintaining the pressure and

temperature of the cargo tanks within their design ranges shall have a standby heat exchanger, unless they have a capacity in excess of 25% of the largest required capacity for pressure control and they can be repaired on board without external resources. Where an additional and separate method of cargo tank pressure and temperature control is fitted that is not reliant on the sole heat exchanger, then a standby heat exchanger is not required; and

.4 for any cargo heating or cooling medium, provisions shall be made to

detect the leakage of toxic or flammable vapours into an otherwise non-hazardous area or overboard in accordance with 13.6. Any vent outlet from this leak detection arrangement shall be to a non-hazardous area and be fitted with a flame screen.






CHAPTER 8

VENT SYSTEMS FOR CARGO CONTAINMENT

Goal To protect cargo containment systems from harmful overpressure or underpressure at all times. 8.1 General All cargo tanks shall be provided with a pressure relief system appropriate to the design of the cargo containment system and the cargo being carried. Hold spaces and interbarrier spaces, which may be subject to pressures beyond their design capabilities, shall also be provided with a suitable pressure relief system. Pressure control systems specified in chapter 7 shall be independent of the pressure relief systems. 8.2 Pressure relief systems 8.2.1 Cargo tanks, including deck tanks, shall be fitted with a minimum of two pressure relief valves (PRVs), each being of equal size within manufacturer's tolerances and suitably designed and constructed for the prescribed service. 8.2.2 Interbarrier spaces shall be provided with pressure relief devices8. For membrane systems, the designer shall demonstrate adequate sizing of interbarrier space PRVs. 8.2.3 The setting of the PRVs shall not be higher than the vapour pressure that has been used in the design of the tank. Where two or more PRVs are fitted, valves comprising not more than 50% of the total relieving capacity may be set at a pressure up to 5% above MARVS to allow sequential lifting, minimizing unnecessary release of vapour. 8.2.4 The following temperature requirements apply to PRVs fitted to pressure relief systems:

.1 PRVs on cargo tanks with a design temperature below 0oC shall be designed and arranged to prevent their becoming inoperative due to ice formation;

.2 the effects of ice formation due to ambient temperatures shall be

considered in the construction and arrangement of PRVs; .3 PRVs shall be constructed of materials with a melting point above 925°C.

Lower melting point materials for internal parts and seals may be accepted, provided that fail-safe operation of the PRV is not compromised; and

.4 sensing and exhaust lines on pilot operated relief valves shall be of suitably

robust construction to prevent damage.

8 Refer to IACS Unified Interpretation GC9 entitled "Guidance for sizing pressure relief systems for

interbarrier spaces", 1988.






8.2.5 Valve testing 8.2.5.1 PRVs shall be type-tested. Type tests shall include:

.1 verification of relieving capacity; .2 cryogenic testing when operating at design temperatures colder than -55°C; .3 seat tightness testing; and .4 pressure containing parts are pressure tested to at least 1.5 times the

design pressure.

PRVs shall be tested in accordance with recognized standards9.

8.2.5.2 Each PRV shall be tested to ensure that:

.1 it opens at the prescribed pressure setting, with an allowance not exceeding ± 10% for 0 to 0.15 MPa, ± 6% for 0.15 to 0.3 MPa, ± 3% for 0.3 MPa and above;

.2 seat tightness is acceptable; and .3 pressure containing parts will withstand at least 1.5 times the design pressure.

8.2.6 PRVs shall be set and sealed by the Administration or recognized organization acting on its behalf, and a record of this action, including the valves' set pressure, shall be retained on board the ship. 8.2.7 Cargo tanks may be permitted to have more than one relief valve set pressure in the following cases:

.1 installing two or more properly set and sealed PRVs and providing means, as necessary, for isolating the valves not in use from the cargo tank; or

.2 installing relief valves whose settings may be changed by the use of a

previously approved device not requiring pressure testing to verify the new set pressure. All other valve adjustments shall be sealed.

8.2.8 Changing the set pressure under the provisions of 8.2.7 and the corresponding resetting of the alarms referred to in 13.4.2 shall be carried out under the supervision of the master in accordance with approved procedures and as specified in the ship's operating manual. Changes in set pressure shall be recorded in the ship's log and a sign shall be posted in the cargo control room, if provided, and at each relief valve, stating the set pressure. 8.2.9 In the event of a failure of a cargo tank-installed PRV, a safe means of emergency isolation shall be available:

.1 Procedures shall be provided and included in the cargo operations manual (see 18.2).

.2 The procedures shall allow only one of the cargo tank installed PRVs to be

isolated.

9 ISO 21013-1:2008 – Cryogenic vessels – Pressure-relief accessories for cryogenic service – part 1:

Recloseable pressure-relief valves; and ISO 4126-1; 2004 Safety devices for protection against excessive pressure – part 1 and part 4: Safety valves.






.3 Isolation of the PRV shall be carried out under the supervision of the master. This action shall be recorded in the ship's log and a sign posted in the cargo control room, if provided, and at the PRV.

.4 The tank shall not be loaded until the full relieving capacity is restored.

8.2.10 Each PRV installed on a cargo tank shall be connected to a venting system, which shall be:

.1 so constructed that the discharge will be unimpeded and directed vertically upwards at the exit;

.2 arranged to minimize the possibility of water or snow entering the vent

system; .3 arranged such that the height of vent exits shall not be less than B/3 or 6 m,

whichever is the greater, above the weather deck; and .4 6 m above working areas and walkways.

8.2.11.1 Cargo PRV vent exits shall be arranged at a distance at least equal to B or 25 m, whichever is less, from the nearest air intake, outlet or opening to accommodation spaces, service spaces and control stations, or other non-hazardous areas. For ships less than 90 m in length, smaller distances may be permitted. 8.2.11.2 All other vent outlets connected to the cargo containment system shall be arranged at a distance of at least 10 m from the nearest air intake, outlet or opening to accommodation spaces, service spaces and control stations, or other non-hazardous areas.

8.2.12 All other cargo vent outlets not dealt with in other chapters shall be arranged in accordance with 8.2.10, 8.2.11.1 and 8.2.11.2. Means shall be provided to prevent liquid overflow from vent mast outlets, due to hydrostatic pressure from spaces to which they are connected. 8.2.13 If cargoes that react in a dangerous manner with each other are carried simultaneously, a separate pressure relief system shall be fitted for each one. 8.2.14 In the vent piping system, means for draining liquid from places where it may accumulate shall be provided. The PRVs and piping shall be arranged so that liquid can, under no circumstances, accumulate in or near the PRVs. 8.2.15 Suitable protection screens of not more than 13 mm square mesh shall be fitted on vent outlets to prevent the ingress of extraneous objects without adversely affecting the flow. Other requirements for protection screens apply when carrying specific cargoes (see 17.9 and 17.21). 8.2.16 All vent piping shall be designed and arranged not to be damaged by the temperature variations to which it may be exposed, forces due to flow or the ship's motions. 8.2.17 PRVs shall be connected to the highest part of the cargo tank above deck level. PRVs shall be positioned on the cargo tank so that they will remain in the vapour phase at the filling limit (FL) as defined in chapter 15, under conditions of 15° list and 0.015L trim, where L is defined in 1.2.31.






8.2.18 The adequacy of the vent system fitted on tanks loaded in accordance with 15.5.2 shall be demonstrated by the Administration, taking into account the recommendations developed by the Organization10. A relevant certificate shall be permanently kept on board the ship. For the purposes of this paragraph, vent system means:

.1 the tank outlet and the piping to the PRV; .2 the PRV; and .3 the piping from the PRVs to the location of discharge to the atmosphere,

including any interconnections and piping that joins other tanks.

8.3 Vacuum protection systems 8.3.1 Cargo tanks not designed to withstand a maximum external pressure differential 0.025 MPa, or tanks that cannot withstand the maximum external pressure differential that can be attained at maximum discharge rates with no vapour return into the cargo tanks, or by operation of a cargo refrigeration system, or by thermal oxidation, shall be fitted with:

.1 two independent pressure switches to sequentially alarm and subsequently stop all suction of cargo liquid or vapour from the cargo tank and refrigeration equipment, if fitted, by suitable means at a pressure sufficiently below the maximum external designed pressure differential of the cargo tank; or

.2 vacuum relief valves with a gas flow capacity at least equal to the maximum

cargo discharge rate per cargo tank, set to open at a pressure sufficiently below the external design differential pressure of the cargo tank.

8.3.2 Subject to the requirements of chapter 17, the vacuum relief valves shall admit an inert gas, cargo vapour or air to the cargo tank and shall be arranged to minimize the possibility of the entrance of water or snow. If cargo vapour is admitted, it shall be from a source other than the cargo vapour lines. 8.3.3 The vacuum protection system shall be capable of being tested to ensure that it operates at the prescribed pressure. 8.4 Sizing of pressure relieving system 8.4.1 Sizing of pressure relief valves

PRVs shall have a combined relieving capacity for each cargo tank to discharge the greater of the following, with not more than a 20% rise in cargo tank pressure above the MARVS: 8.4.1.1 The maximum capacity of the cargo tank inerting system, if the maximum attainable working pressure of the cargo tank inerting system exceeds the MARVS of the cargo tanks; or 8.4.1.2 Vapours generated under fire exposure computed using the following formula:

Q = FGA0.82 (m3/s),

where:

Q = minimum required rate of discharge of air at standard

conditions of 273.15 Kelvin (K) and 0.1013 MPa; 10 Refer to the Guidelines for the evaluation of the adequacy of type C tank vent systems (resolution A.829(19)).






F = fire exposure factor for different cargo types as follows:

- 1 for tanks without insulation located on deck; - 0.5 for tanks above the deck, when insulation is

approved by the Administration. Approval will be based on the use of a fireproofing material, the thermal conductance of insulation and its stability under fire exposure;

- 0.5 for uninsulated independent tanks installed in holds; - 0.2 for insulated independent tanks in holds

(or uninsulated independent tanks in insulated holds); - 0.1 for insulated independent tanks in inerted holds

(or uninsulated independent tanks in inerted, insulated holds);

- 0.1 for membrane and semi-membrane tanks. For

independent tanks partly protruding through the weather decks, the fire exposure factor shall be determined on the basis of the surface areas above and below deck.

G = gas factor according to formula:

G = 12.4 ZT

LD M

with:

T = temperature in degrees Kelvin at relieving conditions, i.e. 120% of the pressure at which the pressure relief valve is set;

L = latent heat of the material being vaporized at

relieving conditions, in kJ/kg; D = a constant based on relation of specific heats k

and is calculated as follows:

D = 1

1

1

2

k

k

kk

where:

k = ratio of specific heats at relieving

conditions, and the value of which is between 1 and 2.2. If k is not known, D = 0.606 shall be used;

Z = compressibility factor of the gas at relieving

conditions. If not known, Z = 1 shall be used; and






M = molecular mass of the product.

The gas factor of each cargo to be carried shall be determined and the highest value shall be used for PRV sizing.

A = external surface area of the tank (m2), as defined in 1.2.14, for different tank types, as shown in figure 8.1.

Figure 8.1






8.4.1.3 The required mass flow of air at relieving conditions is given by the formula:

Mair = Q ρair (kg/s), where: density of air (ρair) = 1.293 kg/m3 (air at 273.15 K, 0.1013 MPa).

8.4.2 Sizing of vent pipe system

Pressure losses upstream and downstream of the PRVs shall be taken into account when determining their size to ensure the flow capacity required by 8.4.1. 8.4.3 Upstream pressure losses 8.4.3.1 The pressure drop in the vent line from the tank to the PRV inlet shall not exceed 3% of the valve set pressure at the calculated flow rate, in accordance with 8.4.1.

8.4.3.2 Pilot-operated PRVs shall be unaffected by inlet pipe pressure losses when the pilot senses directly from the tank dome.

8.4.3.3 Pressure losses in remotely sensed pilot lines shall be considered for flowing type pilots.

8.4.4 Downstream pressure losses

8.4.4.1 Where common vent headers and vent masts are fitted, calculations shall include flow from all attached PRVs.

8.4.4.2 The built-up back pressure in the vent piping from the PRV outlet to the location of discharge to the atmosphere, and including any vent pipe interconnections that join other tanks, shall not exceed the following values:

.1 for unbalanced PRVs: 10% of MARVS; .2 for balanced PRVs: 30% of MARVS; and .3 for pilot operated PRVs: 50% of MARVS.

Alternative values provided by the PRV manufacturer may be accepted.

8.4.5 To ensure stable PRV operation, the blow-down shall not be less than the sum of the inlet pressure loss and 0.02 MARVS at the rated capacity.






CHAPTER 9

CARGO CONTAINMENT SYSTEM ATMOSPHERE CONTROL Goal

To enable monitoring of the integrity of the containment system and to ensure that the atmosphere within the system and hold spaces is maintained in a safe condition at all times that the ship is in service. 9.1 Atmosphere control within the cargo containment system 9.1.1 A piping system shall be arranged to enable each cargo tank to be safely gas-freed, and to be safely filled with cargo vapour from a gas-free condition. The system shall be arranged to minimize the possibility of pockets of gas or air remaining after changing the atmosphere. 9.1.2 For flammable cargoes, the system shall be designed to eliminate the possibility of a flammable mixture existing in the cargo tank during any part of the atmosphere change operation by utilizing an inerting medium as an intermediate step. 9.1.3 Piping systems that may contain flammable cargoes shall comply with 9.1.1 and 9.1.2. 9.1.4 A sufficient number of gas sampling points shall be provided for each cargo tank and cargo piping system to adequately monitor the progress of atmosphere change. Gas sampling connections shall be fitted with a single valve above the main deck, sealed with a suitable cap or blank (see 5.6.5.5). 9.1.5 Inert gas utilized in these procedures may be provided from the shore or from the ship. 9.2 Atmosphere control within the hold spaces (cargo containment systems other

than type C independent tanks) 9.2.1 Interbarrier and hold spaces associated with cargo containment systems for flammable gases requiring full or partial secondary barriers shall be inerted with a suitable dry inert gas and kept inerted with make-up gas provided by a shipboard inert gas generation system, or by shipboard storage, which shall be sufficient for normal consumption for at least 30 days. 9.2.2 Alternatively, subject to the restrictions specified in chapter 17, the spaces referred to in 9.2.1 requiring only a partial secondary barrier may be filled with dry air provided that the ship maintains a stored charge of inert gas or is fitted with an inert gas generation system sufficient to inert the largest of these spaces, and provided that the configuration of the spaces and the relevant vapour detection systems, together with the capability of the inerting arrangements, ensures that any leakage from the cargo tanks will be rapidly detected and inerting effected before a dangerous condition can develop. Equipment for the provision of sufficient dry air of suitable quality to satisfy the expected demand shall be provided. 9.2.3 For non-flammable gases, the spaces referred to in 9.2.1 and 9.2.2 may be maintained with a suitable dry air or inert atmosphere. 9.3 Environmental control of spaces surrounding type C independent tanks Spaces surrounding cargo tanks that do not have secondary barriers shall be filled with suitable dry inert gas or dry air and be maintained in this condition with make-up inert gas provided by a shipboard inert gas generation system, shipboard storage of inert gas, or with






dry air provided by suitable air drying equipment. If the cargo is carried at ambient temperature, the requirement for dry air or inert gas is not applicable. 9.4 Inerting 9.4.1 Inerting refers to the process of providing a non-combustible environment. Inert gases shall be compatible chemically and operationally at all temperatures likely to occur within the spaces and the cargo. The dew points of the gases shall be taken into consideration. 9.4.2 Where inert gas is also stored for firefighting purposes, it shall be carried in separate containers and shall not be used for cargo services. 9.4.3 Where inert gas is stored at temperatures below 0oC, either as a liquid or as a vapour, the storage and supply system shall be designed so that the temperature of the ship's structure is not reduced below the limiting values imposed on it. 9.4.4 Arrangements to prevent the backflow of cargo vapour into the inert gas system that are suitable for the cargo carried, shall be provided. If such plants are located in machinery spaces or other spaces outside the cargo area, two non-return valves or equivalent devices and, in addition, a removable spool piece shall be fitted in the inert gas main in the cargo area. When not in use, the inert gas system shall be made separate from the cargo system in the cargo area except for connections to the hold spaces or interbarrier spaces. 9.4.5 The arrangements shall be such that each space being inerted can be isolated and the necessary controls and relief valves, etc., shall be provided for controlling pressure in these spaces. 9.4.6 Where insulation spaces are continually supplied with an inert gas as part of a leak detection system, means shall be provided to monitor the quantity of gas being supplied to individual spaces. 9.5 Inert gas production on board 9.5.1 The equipment shall be capable of producing inert gas with an oxygen content at no time greater than 5% by volume, subject to the special requirements of chapter 17. A continuous-reading oxygen content meter shall be fitted to the inert gas supply from the equipment and shall be fitted with an alarm set at a maximum of 5% oxygen content by volume, subject to the requirements of chapter 17. 9.5.2 An inert gas system shall have pressure controls and monitoring arrangements appropriate to the cargo containment system. 9.5.3 Spaces containing inert gas generation plants shall have no direct access to accommodation spaces, service spaces or control stations, but may be located in machinery spaces. Inert gas piping shall not pass through accommodation spaces, service spaces or control stations. 9.5.4 Combustion equipment for generating inert gas shall not be located within the cargo area. Special consideration may be given to the location of inert gas generating equipment using a catalytic combustion process.






CHAPTER 10

ELECTRICAL INSTALLATIONS Goal

To ensure that electrical installations are designed such as to minimize the risk of fire and explosion from flammable products, and that electrical generation and distribution systems relating to the safe carriage, handling and conditioning of cargo liquid and vapour are available. 10.1 Definitions For the purpose of this chapter, unless expressly provided otherwise, the definitions below shall apply. 10.1.1 Hazardous area is an area in which an explosive gas atmosphere is or may be expected to be present, in quantities such as to require special precautions for the construction, installation and use of electrical apparatus2. 10.1.1.1 Zone 0 hazardous area is an area in which an explosive gas atmosphere is present continuously or is present for long periods. 10.1.1.2 Zone 1 hazardous area is an area in which an explosive gas atmosphere is likely to occur in normal operation. 10.1.1.3 Zone 2 hazardous area is an area in which an explosive gas atmosphere is not likely to occur in normal operation and, if it does occur, is likely to do so infrequently and for a short period only. 10.1.2 Non-hazardous area is an area in which an explosive gas atmosphere is not expected to be present in quantities such as to require special precautions for the construction, installation and use of electrical apparatus. 10.2 General requirements 10.2.1 Electrical installations shall be such as to minimize the risk of fire and explosion from flammable products. 10.2.2 Electrical installations shall be in accordance with recognized standards.3 10.2.3 Electrical equipment or wiring shall not be installed in hazardous areas, unless essential for operational purposes or safety enhancement. 10.2.4 Where electrical equipment is installed in hazardous areas as provided in 10.2.3, it shall be selected, installed and maintained in accordance with standards not inferior to those acceptable to the Organization. Equipment for hazardous areas shall be evaluated and certified or listed by an accredited testing authority or notified body recognized by the Administration. Automatic isolation of non-certified equipment on detection of a flammable gas shall not be accepted as an alternative to the use of certified equipment.

2 Examples of hazardous area zoning may be found in the International Electrotechnical Commission

publication IEC 60092-502:1999. Electrical Installation in Ships – Tankers. 3 Refer to the recommendation published by the International Electrotechnical Commission in particular to

publication IEC 60092-502:1999.






10.2.5 To facilitate the selection of appropriate electrical apparatus and the design of suitable electrical installations, hazardous areas are divided into zones in accordance with recognized standards. 10.2.6 Electrical generation and distribution systems, and associated control systems shall be designed such that a single fault will not result in the loss of ability to maintain cargo tank pressures, as required by 7.8.1, and hull structure temperature, as required by 4.19.1.6, within normal operating limits. Failure modes and effects shall be analysed and documented to a standard not inferior to those acceptable to the Administration4. 10.2.7 The lighting system in hazardous areas shall be divided between at least two branch circuits. All switches and protective devices shall interrupt all poles or phases and shall be located in a non-hazardous area. 10.2.8 Electrical depth sounding or log devices and impressed current cathodic protection system anodes or electrodes shall be housed in gastight enclosures. 10.2.9 Submerged cargo pump motors and their supply cables may be fitted in cargo containment systems. Arrangements shall be made to automatically shut down the motors in the event of low-liquid level. This may be accomplished by sensing low pump discharge pressure, low motor current or low liquid level. This shutdown shall be alarmed at the cargo control station. Cargo pump motors shall be capable of being isolated from their electrical supply during gas-freeing operations.

CHAPTER 11

FIRE PROTECTION AND EXTINCTION

Goal To ensure that suitable systems are provided to protect the ship and crew from fire in the cargo area. 11.1 Fire safety requirements 11.1.1 The requirements for tankers in SOLAS chapter ll-2 shall apply to ships covered by the Code, irrespective of tonnage including ships of less than 500 gross tonnage, except that:

.1 regulations 4.5.1.6 and 4.5.10 do not apply; .2 regulations 10.4 and 10.5 shall apply as they would apply to tankers

of 2,000 gross tonnage and over; .3 regulation 10.5.6 shall apply to ships of 2,000 gross tonnage and over;

4 IEC 60812, Edition 2.0 2006-01 "Analysis techniques for system reliability – Procedure for failure mode

and effects analysis (FMEA)".






.4 the following regulations of SOLAS chapter II-2 related to tankers do not apply and are replaced by chapters and sections of the Code as detailed below:

Regulation:

Replaced by:

10.10 11.6 4.5.1.1 and 4.5.1.2 Chapter 3 4.5.5 Relevant sections in

the Code

10.8 11.3 and 11.4 10.9 11.5 10.2 11.2.1 to 11.2.4;

.5 regulations 13.3.4 and 13.4.3 shall apply to ships of 500 gross tonnage and

over.

11.1.2 All sources of ignition shall be excluded from spaces where flammable vapour may be present, except as otherwise provided in chapters 10 and 16. 11.1.3 The provisions of this section shall apply in conjunction with chapter 3. 11.1.4 For the purposes of firefighting, any weather deck areas above cofferdams, ballast or void spaces at the after end of the aftermost hold space or at the forward end of the forwardmost hold space shall be included in the cargo area. 11.2 Fire mains and hydrants 11.2.1 Irrespective of size, ships carrying products that are subject to the Code shall comply with the requirements of regulation ll-2/10.2 of the SOLAS Convention, as applicable to cargo ships, except that the required fire pump capacity and fire main and water service pipe diameter shall not be limited by the provisions of regulations ll-2/10.2.2.4.1 and ll-2/10.2.1.3, when a fire pump is used to supply the water-spray system, as permitted by 11.3.3 of the Code. The capacity of this fire pump shall be such that these areas can be protected when simultaneously supplying two jets of water from fire hoses with 19 mm nozzles at a pressure of at least 0.5 MPa. 11.2.2 The arrangements shall be such that at least two jets of water can reach any part of the deck in the cargo area and those portions of the cargo containment system and tank covers that are above the deck. The necessary number of fire hydrants shall be located to satisfy the above arrangements and to comply with the requirements of regulations ll-2/10.2.1.5.1 and ll-2/10.2.3.3 of the SOLAS Convention, with hose lengths as specified in regulation ll-2/10.2.3.1.1. In addition, the requirements of regulation ll-2/10.2.1.6 shall be met at a pressure of at least 0.5 MPa gauge. 11.2.3 Stop valves shall be fitted in any crossover provided and in the fire main or mains in a protected location, before entering the cargo area and at intervals ensuring isolation of any damaged single section of the fire main, so that 11.2.2 can be complied with using not more than two lengths of hoses from the nearest fire hydrant. The water supply to the fire main serving the cargo area shall be a ring main supplied by the main fire pumps or a single main supplied by fire pumps positioned fore and aft of the cargo area, one of which shall be independently driven.






11.2.4 Nozzles shall be of an approved dual-purpose type (i.e. spray/jet type) incorporating a shutoff. 11.2.5 After installation, the pipes, valves, fittings and assembled system shall be subject to a tightness and function test. 11.3 Water-spray system 11.3.1 On ships carrying flammable and/or toxic products, a water-spray system, for cooling, fire prevention and crew protection shall be installed to cover:

.1 exposed cargo tank domes, any exposed parts of cargo tanks and any part of cargo tank covers that may be exposed to heat from fires in adjacent equipment containing cargo such as exposed booster pumps/heaters/re-gasification or re-liquefaction plants, hereafter addressed as gas process units, positioned on weather decks;

.2 exposed on-deck storage vessels for flammable or toxic products; .3 gas process units positioned on deck; .4 cargo liquid and vapour discharge and loading connections, including the

presentation flange and the area where their control valves are situated, which shall be at least equal to the area of the drip trays provided;

.5 all exposed emergency shut-down (ESD) valves in the cargo liquid and

vapour pipes, including the master valve for supply to gas consumers; .6 exposed boundaries facing the cargo area, such as bulkheads of

superstructures and deckhouses normally manned, cargo machinery spaces, store-rooms containing high fire-risk items and cargo control rooms. Exposed horizontal boundaries of these areas do not require protection unless detachable cargo piping connections are arranged above or below. Boundaries of unmanned forecastle structures not containing high fire-risk items or equipment do not require water-spray protection;

.7 exposed lifeboats, liferafts and muster stations facing the cargo area,

regardless of distance to cargo area; and .8 any semi-enclosed cargo machinery spaces and semi-enclosed cargo

motor room.

Ships intended for operation as listed in 1.1.10 shall be subject to special consideration (see 11.3.3.2).

11.3.2.1 The system shall be capable of covering all areas mentioned in 11.3.1.1 to 11.3.1.8, with a uniformly distributed water application rate of at least 10 ℓ/m2/min for the largest projected horizontal surfaces and 4 ℓ/m2/min for vertical surfaces. For structures having no clearly defined horizontal or vertical surface, the capacity of the water-spray system shall not be less than the projected horizontal surface multiplied by 10 ℓ/m2/min. 11.3.2.2 On vertical surfaces, spacing of nozzles protecting lower areas may take account of anticipated rundown from higher areas. Stop valves shall be fitted in the main supply line(s) in the water-spray system, at intervals not exceeding 40 m, for the purpose of isolating damaged sections. Alternatively, the system may be divided into two or more sections that may be operated independently, provided the necessary controls are located together in a readily accessible position outside the cargo area. A section protecting any area included






in 11.3.1.1 and .2 shall cover at least the entire athwartship tank grouping in that area. Any gas process unit(s) included in 11.3.1.3 may be served by an independent section. 11.3.3 The capacity of the water-spray pumps shall be capable of simultaneous protection of the greater of the following:

.1 any two complete athwartship tank groupings, including any gas process units within these areas; or

.2 for ships intended for operation as listed in 1.1.10, necessary protection

subject to special consideration under 11.3.1 of any added fire hazard and the adjacent athwartship tank grouping,

in addition to surfaces specified in 11.3.1.4 to 11.3.1.8. Alternatively, the main fire pumps may be used for this service, provided that their total capacity is increased by the amount needed for the water-spray system. In either case, a connection, through a stop valve, shall be made between the fire main and water-spray system main supply line outside the cargo area. 11.3.4 The boundaries of superstructures and deckhouses normally manned, and lifeboats, liferafts and muster areas facing the cargo area, shall also be capable of being served by one of the fire pumps or the emergency fire pump, if a fire in one compartment could disable both fire pumps. 11.3.5 Water pumps normally used for other services may be arranged to supply the water-spray system main supply line. 11.3.6 All pipes, valves, nozzles and other fittings in the water-spray system shall be resistant to corrosion by seawater. Piping, fittings and related components within the cargo area (except gaskets) shall be designed to withstand 925°C. The water-spray system shall be arranged with in-line filters to prevent blockage of pipes and nozzles. In addition, means shall be provided to back-flush the system with fresh water. 11.3.7 Remote starting of pumps supplying the water-spray system and remote operation of any normally closed valves in the system shall be arranged in suitable locations outside the cargo area, adjacent to the accommodation spaces and readily accessible and operable in the event of fire in the protected areas. 11.3.8 After installation, the pipes, valves, fittings and assembled system shall be subject to a tightness and function test. 11.4 Dry chemical powder fire-extinguishing systems 11.4.1 Ships in which the carriage of flammable products is intended shall be fitted with fixed dry chemical powder fire-extinguishing systems, approved by the Administration based on the guidelines developed by the Organization14, for the purpose of firefighting on the deck in the cargo area, including any cargo liquid and vapour discharge and loading connections on deck and bow or stern cargo handling areas, as applicable. 11.4.2 The system shall be capable of delivering powder from at least two hand hose lines, or a combination of monitor/hand hose lines, to any part of the exposed cargo liquid and vapour piping, load/unload connection and exposed gas process units.

14 Refer to the Guidelines for the approval of fixed dry chemical powder fire-extinguishing systems for the

protection of ships carrying liquefied gases in bulk (MSC.1/Circ.1315).






11.4.3 The dry chemical powder fire-extinguishing system shall be designed with not less than two independent units. Any part required to be protected by 11.4.2 shall be capable of being reached from not less than two independent units with associated controls, pressurizing medium fixed piping, monitors or hand hose lines. For ships with a cargo capacity of less than 1,000 m3, only one such unit need be fitted. A monitor shall be arranged to protect any load/unload connection area and be capable of actuation and discharge both locally and remotely. The monitor is not required to be remotely aimed, if it can deliver the necessary powder to all required areas of coverage from a single position. One hose line shall be provided at both port- and starboard side at the end of the cargo area facing the accommodation and readily available from the accommodation. 11.4.4 The capacity of a monitor shall be not less than 10 kg/s. Hand hose lines shall be non-kinkable and be fitted with a nozzle capable of on/off operation and discharge at a rate not less than 3.5 kg/s. The maximum discharge rate shall allow operation by one man. The length of a hand hose line shall not exceed 33 m. Where fixed piping is provided between the powder container and a hand hose line or monitor, the length of piping shall not exceed that length which is capable of maintaining the powder in a fluidized state during sustained or intermittent use, and which can be purged of powder when the system is shut down. Hand hose lines and nozzles shall be of weather-resistant construction or stored in weather resistant housing or covers and be readily accessible. 11.4.5 Hand hose lines shall be considered to have a maximum effective distance of coverage equal to the length of hose. Special consideration shall be given where areas to be protected are substantially higher than the monitor or hand hose reel locations. 11.4.6 Ships fitted with bow/stern load/unload connections shall be provided with independent dry powder unit protecting the cargo liquid and vapour piping, aft or forward of the cargo area, by hose lines and a monitor covering the bow/stern load/unload complying with the requirements of 11.4.1 to 11.4.5.

11.4.7 Ships intended for operation as listed in 1.1.10 shall be subject to special consideration. 11.4.8 After installation, the pipes, valves, fittings and assembled systems shall be subjected to a tightness test and functional testing of the remote and local release stations. The initial testing shall also include a discharge of sufficient amounts of dry chemical powder to verify that the system is in proper working order. All distribution piping shall be blown through with dry air to ensure that the piping is free of obstructions. 11.5 Enclosed spaces containing cargo handling equipment 11.5.1 Enclosed spaces meeting the criteria of cargo machinery spaces in 1.2.10, and the cargo motor room within the cargo area of any ship, shall be provided with a fixed fire-extinguishing system complying with the provisions of the FSS Code and taking into account the necessary concentrations/application rate required for extinguishing gas fires. 11.5.2 Enclosed spaces meeting the criteria of cargo machinery spaces in chapter 3.3, within the cargo area of ships that are dedicated to the carriage of a restricted number of cargoes, shall be protected by an appropriate fire-extinguishing system for the cargo carried. 11.5.3 Turret compartments of any ship shall be protected by internal water spray, with an application rate of not less than 10 ℓ/m2/min of the largest projected horizontal surface. If the pressure of the gas flow through the turret exceeds 4 MPa, the application rate shall be increased to 20 ℓ/m2/min. The system shall be designed to protect all internal surfaces.






11.6 Firefighter's outfits 11.6.1 Every ship carrying flammable products shall carry firefighter's outfits complying with the requirements of regulation ll-2/10.10 of the SOLAS Convention, as follows:

Total cargo capacity Number of outfits 5,000 m3 and below

Above 5,000 m3

4 5

11.6.2 Additional requirements for safety equipment are given in chapter 14. 11.6.3 Any breathing apparatus required as part of a firefighter's outfit shall be a self-contained compressed air-operated breathing apparatus having a capacity of at least 1,200 ℓ of free air.

CHAPTER 12

ARTIFICIAL VENTILATION IN THE CARGO AREA Goal To ensure that arrangements are provided for enclosed spaces in the cargo area to control the accumulation of flammable and/or toxic vapours. Scope

The requirements of this chapter replace the requirements of SOLAS regulations II-2/4.5.2.6 and 4.5.4.1, as amended. 12.1 Spaces required to be entered during normal cargo handling operations 12.1.1 Electric motor rooms, cargo compressor and pump-rooms, spaces containing cargo handling equipment and other enclosed spaces where cargo vapours may accumulate shall be fitted with fixed artificial ventilation systems capable of being controlled from outside such spaces. The ventilation shall be run continuously to prevent the accumulation of toxic and/or flammable vapours, with a means of monitoring acceptable to the Administration to be provided. A warning notice requiring the use of such ventilation prior to entering shall be placed outside the compartment. 12.1.2 Artificial ventilation inlets and outlets shall be arranged to ensure sufficient air movement through the space to avoid accumulation of flammable, toxic or asphyxiant vapours, and to ensure a safe working environment. 12.1.3 The ventilation system shall have a capacity of not less than 30 changes of air per hour, based upon the total volume of the space. As an exception, non-hazardous cargo control rooms may have eight changes of air per hour. 12.1.4 Where a space has an opening into an adjacent more hazardous space or area, it shall be maintained at an overpressure. It may be made into a less hazardous space or non-hazardous space by overpressure protection in accordance with recognized standards.






12.1.5 Ventilation ducts, air intakes and exhaust outlets serving artificial ventilation systems shall be positioned in accordance with recognized standards15. 12.1.6 Ventilation ducts serving hazardous areas shall not be led through accommodation, service and machinery spaces or control stations, except as allowed in chapter 16. 12.1.7 Electric motors' driving fans shall be placed outside the ventilation ducts that may contain flammable vapours. Ventilation fans shall not produce a source of ignition in either the ventilated space or the ventilation system associated with the space. For hazardous areas, ventilation fans and ducts, adjacent to the fans, shall be of non-sparking construction, as defined below:

.1 impellers or housing of non-metallic construction, with due regard being paid to the elimination of static electricity;

.2 impellers and housing of non-ferrous materials; .3 impellers and housing of austenitic stainless steel; and .4 ferrous impellers and housing with design tip clearance of not less

than 13 mm. Any combination of an aluminium or magnesium alloy fixed or rotating component and a ferrous fixed or rotating component, regardless of tip clearance, is considered a sparking hazard and shall not be used in these places. 12.1.8 Where fans are required by this chapter, full required ventilation capacity for each space shall be available after failure of any single fan, or spare parts shall be provided comprising a motor, starter spares and complete rotating element, including bearings of each type. 12.1.9 Protection screens of not more than 13 mm square mesh shall be fitted to outside openings of ventilation ducts. 12.1.10 Where spaces are protected by pressurization, the ventilation shall be designed and installed in accordance with recognized standards16. 12.2 Spaces not normally entered 12.2.1 Enclosed spaces where cargo vapours may accumulate shall be capable of being ventilated to ensure a safe environment when entry into them is necessary. This shall be capable of being achieved without the need for prior entry. 12.2.2 For permanent installations, the capacity of 8 air changes per hour shall be provided and for portable systems, the capacity of 16 air changes per hour. 12.2.3 Fans or blowers shall be clear of personnel access openings, and shall comply with 12.1.7.

15 Refer to the recommendation published by the International Electrotechnical Commission, in particular, to

publication IEC 60092-502:1999. 16 Refer to the recommendation published by the International Electrotechnical Commission, in particular, to

publication IEC 60092-502:1999.






CHAPTER 13

INSTRUMENTATION AND AUTOMATION SYSTEMS Goal

To ensure that the instrumentation and automation systems provides for the safe carriage, handling and conditioning of cargo liquid and vapour. 13.1 General 13.1.1 Each cargo tank shall be provided with a means for indicating level, pressure and temperature of the cargo. Pressure gauges and temperature indicating devices shall be installed in the liquid and vapour piping systems, in cargo refrigeration installations. 13.1.2 If loading and unloading of the ship is performed by means of remotely controlled valves and pumps, all controls and indicators associated with a given cargo tank shall be concentrated in one control position. 13.1.3 Instruments shall be tested to ensure reliability under the working conditions, and recalibrated at regular intervals. Test procedures for instruments and the intervals between recalibration shall be in accordance with manufacturer's recommendations. 13.2 Level indicators for cargo tanks 13.2.1 Each cargo tank shall be fitted with liquid level gauging device(s), arranged to ensure that a level reading is always obtainable whenever the cargo tank is operational. The device(s) shall be designed to operate throughout the design pressure range of the cargo tank and at temperatures within the cargo operating temperature range. 13.2.2 Where only one liquid level gauge is fitted, it shall be arranged so that it can be maintained in an operational condition without the need to empty or gas-free the tank. 13.2.3 Cargo tank liquid level gauges may be of the following types, subject to special requirements for particular cargoes shown in column "g" in the table of chapter 19:

.1 indirect devices, which determine the amount of cargo by means such as weighing or in-line flow metering;

.2 closed devices which do not penetrate the cargo tank, such as devices

using radio-isotopes or ultrasonic devices; .3 closed devices which penetrate the cargo tank, but which form part of a

closed system and keep the cargo from being released, such as float type systems, electronic probes, magnetic probes and bubble tube indicators. If closed gauging device is not mounted directly onto the tank, it shall be provided with a shutoff valve located as close as possible to the tank; and

.4 restricted devices which penetrate the tank and, when in use, permit a small

quantity of cargo vapour or liquid to escape to the atmosphere, such as fixed tube and slip tube gauges. When not in use, the devices shall be kept completely closed. The design and installation shall ensure that no dangerous escape of cargo can take place when opening the device. Such gauging devices shall be so designed that the maximum opening does not exceed 1.5 mm diameter or equivalent area, unless the device is provided with an excess flow valve.






13.3 Overflow control 13.3.1 Except as provided in 13.3.4, each cargo tank shall be fitted with a high liquid level alarm operating independently of other liquid level indicators and giving an audible and visual warning when activated. 13.3.2 An additional sensor operating independently of the high liquid level alarm shall automatically actuate a shutoff valve in a manner that will both avoid excessive liquid pressure in the loading line and prevent the tank from becoming liquid full. 13.3.3 The emergency shutdown valve referred to in 5.5 and 18.10 may be used for this purpose. If another valve is used for this purpose, the same information as referred to in 18.10.2.1.3 shall be available on board. During loading, whenever the use of these valves may possibly create a potential excess pressure surge in the loading system, alternative arrangements such as limiting the loading rate shall be used. 13.3.4 A high liquid level alarm and automatic shut-off of cargo tank filling need not be required, when the cargo tank:

.1 is a pressure tank with a volume not more than 200 m3; or .2 is designed to withstand the maximum possible pressure during the loading

operation, and such pressure is below that of the set pressure of the cargo tank relief valve.

13.3.5 The position of the sensors in the tank shall be capable of being verified before commissioning. At the first occasion of full loading after delivery and after each dry-docking, testing of high-level alarms shall be conducted by raising the cargo liquid level in the cargo tank to the alarm point. 13.3.6 All elements of the level alarms, including the electrical circuit and the sensor(s), of the high, and overfill alarms, shall be capable of being functionally tested. Systems shall be tested prior to cargo operation in accordance with 18.6.2. 13.3.7 Where arrangements are provided for overriding the overflow control system, they shall be such that inadvertent operation is prevented. When this override is operated, continuous visual indication shall be given at the relevant control station(s) and the navigation bridge. 13.4 Pressure monitoring 13.4.1 The vapour space of each cargo tank shall be provided with a direct reading gauge. Additionally, an indirect indication shall be provided at the control position required by 13.1.2. Maximum and minimum allowable pressures shall be clearly indicated. 13.4.2 A high-pressure alarm and, if vacuum protection is required, a low-pressure alarm shall be provided on the navigation bridge and at the control position required by 13.1.2. Alarms shall be activated before the set pressures are reached. 13.4.3 For cargo tanks fitted with PRVs which can be set at more than one set pressure in accordance with 8.2.7, high-pressure alarms shall be provided for each set pressure. 13.4.4 Each cargo-pump discharge line and each liquid and vapour cargo manifold shall be provided with at least one pressure indicator. 13.4.5 Local-reading manifold pressure indication shall be provided to indicate the pressure between ship's manifold valves and hose connections to the shore.






13.4.6 Hold spaces and interbarrier spaces without open connection to the atmosphere shall be provided with pressure indication. 13.4.7 All pressure indications provided shall be capable of indicating throughout the operating pressure range. 13.5 Temperature indicating devices 13.5.1 Each cargo tank shall be provided with at least two devices for indicating cargo temperatures, one placed at the bottom of the cargo tank and the second near the top of the tank, below the highest allowable liquid level. The lowest temperature for which the cargo tank has been designed, as shown on the International Certificate of Fitness for the Carriage of Liquefied Gases in Bulk required by 1.4.4, shall be clearly indicated by means of a sign on or near the temperature indicating devices. 13.5.2 The temperature indicating devices shall be capable of providing temperature indication across the expected cargo operating temperature range of the cargo tanks. 13.5.3 Where thermowells are fitted, they shall be designed to minimize failure due to fatigue in normal service. 13.6 Gas detection 13.6.1 Gas detection equipment shall be installed to monitor the integrity of the cargo containment, cargo handling and ancillary systems, in accordance with this section. 13.6.2 A permanently installed system of gas detection and audible and visual alarms shall be fitted in:

.1 all enclosed cargo and cargo machinery spaces (including turrets compartments) containing gas piping, gas equipment or gas consumers;

.2 other enclosed or semi-enclosed spaces where cargo vapours may

accumulate, including interbarrier spaces and hold spaces for independent tanks other than type C tanks;

.3 airlocks; .4 spaces in gas-fired internal combustion engines, referred to in 16.7.3.3; .5 ventilation hoods and gas ducts required by chapter 16; .6 cooling/heating circuits, as required by 7.8.4; .7 inert gas generator supply headers; and .8 motor rooms for cargo handling machinery.

13.6.3 Gas detection equipment shall be designed, installed and tested in accordance with recognized standards17 and shall be suitable for the cargoes to be carried in accordance with column "f" in table of chapter 19.

17 IEC 60079-29-1 – Explosive atmospheres – Gas detectors – Performance requirements of detectors for

flammable gases.






13.6.4 Where indicated in column "f" in the table of chapter 19 ships certified for carriage of non-flammable products, oxygen deficiency monitoring shall be fitted in cargo machinery spaces and cargo tank hold spaces. Furthermore, oxygen deficiency monitoring equipment shall be installed in enclosed or semi-enclosed spaces containing equipment that may cause an oxygen-deficient environment such as nitrogen generators, inert gas generators or nitrogen cycle refrigerant systems. 13.6.5 In the case of toxic products or both toxic and flammable products, except when column " i" in the table of chapter 19 refers to 17.5.3, portable equipment can be used for the detection of toxic products as an alternative to a permanently installed system. This equipment shall be used prior to personnel entering the spaces listed in 13.6.2 and at 30-minute intervals while they remain in the space. 13.6.6 In the case of gases classified as toxic products, hold spaces and interbarrier spaces shall be provided with a permanently installed piping system for obtaining gas samples from the spaces. Gas from these spaces shall be sampled and analysed from each sampling head location. 13.6.7 Permanently installed gas detection shall be of the continuous detection type, capable of immediate response. Where not used to activate safety shutdown functions required by 13.6.9 and chapter 16, sampling type detection may be accepted. 13.6.8 When sampling type gas detection equipment is used, the following requirements shall be met:

.1 the gas detection equipment shall be capable of sampling and analysing for each sampling head location sequentially at intervals not exceeding 30 min;

.2 individual sampling lines from sampling heads to the detection equipment

shall be fitted; and .3 pipe runs from sampling heads shall not be led through non-hazardous

spaces except as permitted by 13.6.9.

13.6.9 The gas detection equipment may be located in a non-hazardous space, provided that the detection equipment such as sample piping, sample pumps, solenoids and analysing units are located in a fully enclosed steel cabinet with the door sealed by a gasket. The atmosphere within the enclosure shall be continuously monitored. At gas concentrations above 30% lower flammable limit (LFL) inside the enclosure, the gas detection equipment shall be automatically shut down. 13.6.10 Where the enclosure cannot be arranged directly on the forward bulkhead, sample pipes shall be of steel or equivalent material and be routed on their shortest way. Detachable connections, except for the connection points for isolating valves required in 13.6.11 and analysing units, are not permitted. 13.6.11 When gas sampling equipment is located in a non-hazardous space, a flame arrester and a manual isolating valve shall be fitted in each of the gas sampling lines. The isolating valve shall be fitted on the non-hazardous side. Bulkhead penetrations of sample pipes between hazardous and non-hazardous areas shall maintain the integrity of the division penetrated. The exhaust gas shall be discharged to the open air in a non-hazardous area.






13.6.12 In every installation, the number and the positions of detection heads shall be determined with due regard to the size and layout of the compartment, the compositions and densities of the products intended to be carried and the dilution from compartment purging or ventilation and stagnant areas. 13.6.13 Any alarms status within a gas detection system required by this section shall initiate an audible and visible alarm:

.1 on the navigation bridge; .2 at the relevant control station(s) where continuous monitoring of the gas

levels is recorded; and

.3 at the gas detector readout location.

13.6.14 In the case of flammable products, the gas detection equipment provided for hold spaces and interbarrier spaces that are required to be inerted shall be capable of measuring gas concentrations of 0% to 100% by volume. 13.6.15 Alarms shall be activated when the vapour concentration by volume reaches the equivalent of 30% LFL in air. 13.6.16 For membrane containment systems, the primary and secondary insulation spaces shall be able to be inerted and their gas content analysed individually18. The alarm in the secondary insulation space shall be set in accordance with 13.6.15, that in the primary space is set at a value approved by the Administration or recognized organization acting on its behalf. 13.6.17 For other spaces described by 13.6.2, alarms shall be activated when the vapour concentration reaches 30% LFL and safety functions required by chapter 16 shall be activated before the vapour concentration reaches 60% LFL. The crankcases of internal combustion engines that can run on gas shall be arranged to alarm before 100% LFL. 13.6.18 Gas detection equipment shall be so designed that it may readily be tested. Testing and calibration shall be carried out at regular intervals. Suitable equipment for this purpose shall be carried on board and be used in accordance with the manufacturer's recommendations. Permanent connections for such test equipment shall be fitted. 13.6.19 Every ship shall be provided with at least two sets of portable gas detection equipment that meet the requirement of 13.6.3 or an acceptable national or international standard. 13.6.20 A suitable instrument for the measurement of oxygen levels in inert atmospheres shall be provided. 13.7 Additional requirements for containment systems requiring a secondary barrier 13.7.1 Integrity of barriers Where a secondary barrier is required, permanently installed instrumentation shall be provided to detect when the primary barrier fails to be liquid-tight at any location or when liquid cargo is in contact with the secondary barrier at any location. This instrumentation shall consist of appropriate gas detecting devices according to 13.6. However, the instrumentation need not be capable of locating the area where liquid cargo leaks through the primary barrier or where liquid cargo is in contact with the secondary barrier. 18 Gas Concentrations in the Insulation Spaces of Membrane LNG Carriers, March 2007 (published by

SIGTTO).






13.7.2 Temperature indication devices 13.7.2.1 The number and position of temperature-indicating devices shall be appropriate to the design of the containment system and cargo operation requirements. 13.7.2.2 When cargo is carried in a cargo containment system with a secondary barrier, at a temperature lower than -55°C, temperature-indicating devices shall be provided within the insulation or on the hull structure adjacent to cargo containment systems. The devices shall give readings at regular intervals and, where applicable, alarm of temperatures approaching the lowest for which the hull steel is suitable. 13.7.2.3 If cargo is to be carried at temperatures lower than -55°C, the cargo tank boundaries, if appropriate for the design of the cargo containment system, shall be fitted with a sufficient number of temperature-indicating devices to verify that unsatisfactory temperature gradients do not occur. 13.7.2.4 For the purposes of design verification and determining the effectiveness of the initial cooldown procedure on a single or series of similar ships, one tank shall be fitted with devices in excess of those required in 13.7.2.1. These devices may be temporary or permanent and only need to be fitted to the first ship, when a series of similar ships is built. 13.8 Automation systems 13.8.1 The requirements of this section shall apply where automation systems are used to provide instrumented control, monitoring/alarm or safety functions required by this Code. 13.8.2 Automation systems shall be designed, installed and tested in accordance with recognized standards19. 13.8.3 Hardware shall be capable of being demonstrated to be suitable for use in the marine environment by type approval or other means. 13.8.4 Software shall be designed and documented for ease of use, including testing, operation and maintenance. 13.8.5 The user interface shall be designed such that the equipment under control can be operated in a safe and effective manner at all times. 13.8.6 Automation systems shall be arranged such that a hardware failure or an error by the operator does not lead to an unsafe condition. Adequate safeguards against incorrect operation shall be provided. 13.8.7 Appropriate segregation shall be maintained between control, monitoring/alarm and safety functions to limit the effect of single failures. This shall be taken to include all parts of the automation systems that are required to provide specified functions, including connected devices and power supplies. 13.8.8 Automation systems shall be arranged such that the software configuration and parameters are protected against unauthorized or unintended change. 13.8.9 A management of change process shall be applied to safeguard against unexpected consequences of modification. Records of configuration changes and approvals shall be maintained on board. 19 Refer to the recommendations for computer-based systems contained in the standard published by the

International Electrotechnical Commission, IEC 60092-504:2001 "Electrical installations in ships – Special features – Control and instrumentation".






13.8.10 Processes for the development and maintenance of integrated systems shall be in accordance with recognized standards20. These processes shall include appropriate risk identification and management. 13.9 System integration 13.9.1 Essential safety functions shall be designed such that risks of harm to personnel or damage to the installation or the environment are reduced to a level acceptable to the Administration, both in normal operation and under fault conditions. Functions shall be designed to fail-safe. Roles and responsibilities for integration of systems shall be clearly defined and agreed by relevant parties. 13.9.2 Functional requirements of each component subsystem shall be clearly defined to ensure that the integrated system meets the functional and specified safety requirements and takes account of any limitations of the equipment under control. 13.9.3 Key hazards of the integrated system shall be identified using appropriate risk-based techniques. 13.9.4 The integrated system shall have a suitable means of reversionary control. 13.9.5 Failure of one part of the integrated system shall not affect the functionality of other parts, except for those functions directly dependent on the defective part. 13.9.6 Operation with an integrated system shall be at least as effective as it would be with individual stand-alone equipment or systems. 13.9.7 The integrity of essential machinery or systems, during normal operation and fault conditions, shall be demonstrated.

CHAPTER 14

PERSONNEL PROTECTION Goal

To ensure that protective equipment is provided for ship staff, considering both routine operations or emergency situations and possible short- or long-term effects of the product being handled. 14.1 Protective equipment 14.1.1 Suitable protective equipment, including eye protection to a recognized national or international standard, shall be provided for protection of crew members engaged in normal cargo operations, taking into account the characteristics of the products being carried. 14.1.2 Personal protective and safety equipment required in this chapter shall be kept in suitable, clearly marked lockers located in readily accessible places. 14.1.3 The compressed air equipment shall be inspected at least once a month by a responsible officer and the inspection logged in the ship's records. This equipment shall also be inspected and tested by a competent person at least once a year. 20 Refer to the International Electrotechnical Commission standard ISO/IEC 15288:2008 Systems and

software engineering – System life cycle processes, and ISO 17894:2005 Ships and marine technology – Computer applications – General principles for the development and use of programmable electronic systems in marine applications.






14.2 First-aid equipment 14.2.1 A stretcher that is suitable for hoisting an injured person from spaces below deck shall be kept in a readily accessible location. 14.2.2 The ship shall have onboard medical first-aid equipment, including oxygen resuscitation equipment, based on the requirements of the Medical First Aid Guide (MFAG) for the cargoes listed on the International Certificate of Fitness for the Carriage of Liquefied Gases in Bulk shown in appendix 2.

14.3 Safety equipment 14.3.1 Sufficient, but not less than three complete sets of safety equipment shall be provided in addition to the firefighter's outfits required by 11.6.1. Each set shall provide adequate personal protection to permit entry and work in a gas-filled space. This equipment shall take into account the nature of the cargoes, listed on the International Certificate of Fitness for the Carriage of Liquified Gases in Bulk shown in appendix 2. 14.3.2 Each complete set of safety equipment shall consist of:

.1 one self-contained positive pressure air-breathing apparatus incorporating full face mask, not using stored oxygen and having a capacity of at least 1,200 ℓ of free air. Each set shall be compatible with that required by 11.6.1;

.2 protective clothing, boots and gloves to a recognized standard; .3 steel-cored rescue line with belt; and .4 explosion-proof lamp.

14.3.3 An adequate supply of compressed air shall be provided and shall consist of:

.1 at least one fully charged spare air bottle for each breathing apparatus required by 14.3.1;

.2 an air compressor of adequate capacity capable of continuous operation,

suitable for the supply of high-pressure air of breathable quality; and .3 a charging manifold capable of dealing with sufficient spare breathing

apparatus air bottles for the breathing apparatus required by 14.3.1. 14.4 Personal protection requirements for individual products 14.4.1 Requirements of this section shall apply to ships carrying products for which those paragraphs are listed in column " i" in the table of chapter 19. 14.4.2 Suitable respiratory and eye protection for emergency escape purposes shall be provided for every person on board, subject to the following:

.1 filter-type respiratory protection is unacceptable; .2 self-contained breathing apparatus shall have at least a duration of service

of 15 min; and .3 emergency escape respiratory protection shall not be used for firefighting or

cargo-handling purposes and shall be marked to that effect.






14.4.3 One or more suitably marked decontamination showers and eyewash stations shall be available on deck, taking into account the size and layout of the ship. The showers and eyewashes shall be operable in all ambient conditions. 14.4.4 The protective clothing required under 14.3.2.2 shall be gastight.

CHAPTER 15

FILLING LIMITS FOR CARGO TANKS

Goal

To determine the maximum quantity of cargo that can be loaded. 15.1 Definitions 15.1.1 Filling limit (FL) means the maximum liquid volume in a cargo tank relative to the total tank volume when the liquid cargo has reached the reference temperature. 15.1.2 Loading limit (LL) means the maximum allowable liquid volume relative to the tank volume to which the tank may be loaded. 15.1.3 Reference temperature means (for the purposes of this chapter only):

.1 when no cargo vapour pressure/temperature control, as referred to in chapter 7, is provided, the temperature corresponding to the vapour pressure of the cargo at the set pressure of the PRVs; and

.2 when a cargo vapour pressure/temperature control, as referred to in

chapter 7, is provided, the temperature of the cargo upon termination of loading, during transport or at unloading, whichever is the greatest.

15.1.4 Ambient design temperature for unrestricted service means sea temperature of 32°C and air temperature of 45°C. However, lesser values of these temperatures may be accepted by the Administration for ships operating in restricted areas or on voyages of restricted duration, and account may be taken in such cases of any insulation of the tanks. Conversely, higher values of these temperatures may be required for ships permanently operating in areas of high-ambient temperature. 15.2 General requirements The maximum filling limit of cargo tanks shall be so determined that the vapour space has a minimum volume at reference temperature allowing for:

.1 tolerance of instrumentation such as level and temperature gauges; .2 volumetric expansion of the cargo between the PRV set pressure and the

maximum allowable rise stated in 8.4; and .3 an operational margin to account for liquid drained back to cargo tanks after

completion of loading, operator reaction time and closing time of valves, see 5.5 and 18.10.2.1.4.






15.3 Default filling limit The default value for the filling limit (FL) of cargo tanks is 98% at the reference temperature. Exceptions to this value shall meet the requirements of 15.4. 15.4 Determination of increased filling limit 15.4.1 A filling limit greater than the limit of 98% specified in 15.3 may be permitted under the trim and list conditions specified in 8.2.17, providing:

.1 no isolated vapour pockets are created within the cargo tank; .2 the PRV inlet arrangement shall remain in the vapour space; and .3 allowances need to be provided for:

.1 volumetric expansion of the liquid cargo due to the pressure increase from the MARVS to full flow relieving pressure in accordance with 8.4.1;

.2 an operational margin of minimum 0.1% of tank volume; and .3 tolerances of instrumentation such as level and temperature gauges.

15.4.2 In no case shall a filling limit exceeding 99.5% at reference temperature be permitted. 15.5 Maximum loading limit 15.5.1 The maximum loading limit (LL) to which a cargo tank may be loaded shall be determined by the following formula:

L

RFLLL

where:

LL = loading limit as defined in 15.1.2, expressed in percentage; FL = filling limit as specified in 15.3 or 15.4 expressed in percentage;

R = relative density of cargo at the reference temperature; and

L = relative density of cargo at the loading temperature.

15.5.2 The Administration may allow type C tanks to be loaded according to the formula in 15.5.1 with the relative density R as defined below, provided that the tank vent system has been approved in accordance with 8.2.18:

R = relative density of cargo at the highest temperature that the cargo may reach upon termination of loading, during transport, or at unloading, under the ambient design temperature conditions described in 15.1.4.

This paragraph does not apply to products requiring a type 1G ship.






15.6 Information to be provided to the master 15.6.1 A document shall be provided to the ship, specifying the maximum allowable loading limits for each cargo tank and product, at each applicable loading temperature and maximum reference temperature. The information in this document shall be approved by the Administration or recognized organization acting on its behalf. 15.6.2 Pressures at which the PRVs have been set shall also be stated in the document. 15.6.3 A copy of the above document shall be permanently kept on board by the master.

CHAPTER 16

USE OF CARGO AS FUEL

Goal To ensure the safe use of cargo as fuel. 16.1 General Except as provided for in 16.9, methane (LNG) is the only cargo whose vapour or boil-off gas may be utilized in machinery spaces of category A, and, in these spaces, it may be utilized only in systems such as boilers, inert gas generators, internal combustion engines, gas combustion unit and gas turbines. 16.2 Use of cargo vapour as fuel This section addresses the use of cargo vapour as fuel in systems such as boilers, inert gas generators, internal combustion engines, gas combustion units and gas turbines. 16.2.1 For vaporized LNG, the fuel supply system shall comply with the requirements of 16.4.1, 16.4.2 and 16.4.3. 16.2.2 For vaporized LNG, gas consumers shall exhibit no visible flame and shall maintain the uptake exhaust temperature below 535°C. 16.3 Arrangement of spaces containing gas consumers 16.3.1 Spaces in which gas consumers are located shall be fitted with a mechanical ventilation system that is arranged to avoid areas where gas may accumulate, taking into account the density of the vapour and potential ignition sources. The ventilation system shall be separated from those serving other spaces. 16.3.2 Gas detectors shall be fitted in these spaces, particularly where air circulation is reduced. The gas detection system shall comply with the requirements of chapter 13. 16.3.3 Electrical equipment located in the double wall pipe or duct specified in 16.4.3 shall comply with the requirements of chapter 10. 16.3.4 All vents and bleed lines that may contain or be contaminated by gas fuel shall be routed to a safe location external to the machinery space and be fitted with a flame screen.






16.4 Gas fuel supply 16.4.1 General 16.4.1.1 The requirements of this section shall apply to gas fuel supply piping outside of the cargo area. Fuel piping shall not pass through accommodation spaces, service spaces, electrical equipment rooms or control stations. The routeing of the pipeline shall take into account potential hazards, due to mechanical damage, in areas such as stores or machinery handling areas. 16.4.1.2 Provision shall be made for inerting and gas-freeing that portion of the gas fuel piping systems located in the machinery space. 16.4.2 Leak detection Continuous monitoring and alarms shall be provided to indicate a leak in the piping system in enclosed spaces and shut down the relevant gas fuel supply. 16.4.3 Routeing of fuel supply pipes Fuel piping may pass through or extend into enclosed spaces other than those mentioned in 16.4.1, provided it fulfils one of the following conditions:

.1 it is of a double-wall design with the space between the concentric pipes pressurized with inert gas at a pressure greater than the gas fuel pressure. The master gas fuel valve, as required by 16.4.6, closes automatically upon loss of inert gas pressure; or

.2 it is installed in a pipe or duct equipped with mechanical exhaust ventilation

having a capacity of at least 30 air changes per hour and is arranged to maintain a pressure less than the atmospheric pressure. The mechanical ventilation is in accordance with chapter 12, as applicable. The ventilation is always in operation when there is fuel in the piping and the master gas fuel valve, as required by 16.4.6, closes automatically if the required air flow is not established and maintained by the exhaust ventilation system. The inlet or the duct may be from a non-hazardous machinery space, and the ventilation outlet is in a safe location.

16.4.4 Requirements for gas fuel with pressure greater than 1 MPa

16.4.4.1 Fuel delivery lines between the high-pressure fuel pumps/compressors and consumers shall be protected with a double-walled piping system capable of containing a high pressure line failure, taking into account the effects of both pressure and low temperature. A single-walled pipe in the cargo area up to the isolating valve(s) required by 16.4.6 is acceptable. 16.4.4.2 The arrangement in 16.4.3.2 may also be acceptable providing the pipe or trunk is capable of containing a high pressure line failure, according to the requirements of 16.4.7 and taking into account the effects of both pressure and possible low temperature and providing both inlet and exhaust of the outer pipe or trunk are in the cargo area.






16.4.5 Gas consumer isolation

The supply piping of each gas consumer unit shall be provided with gas fuel isolation by automatic double block and bleed, vented to a safe location, under both normal and emergency operation. The automatic valves shall be arranged to fail to the closed position on loss of actuating power. In a space containing multiple consumers, the shutdown of one shall not affect the gas supply to the others. 16.4.6 Spaces containing gas consumers 16.4.6.1 It shall be possible to isolate the gas fuel supply to each individual space containing a gas consumer(s) or through which fuel gas supply piping is run, with an individual master valve, which is located within the cargo area. The isolation of gas fuel supply to a space shall not affect the gas supply to other spaces containing gas consumers if they are located in two or more spaces, and it shall not cause loss of propulsion or electrical power. 16.4.6.2 If the double barrier around the gas supply system is not continuous due to air inlets or other openings, or if there is any point where single failure will cause leakage into the space, the individual master valve for the space shall operate under the following circumstances:

.1 automatically by:

.1 gas detection within the space; .2 leak detection in the annular space of a double-walled pipe; .3 leak detection in other compartments inside the space, containing

single-walled gas piping; .4 loss of ventilation in the annular space of a double-walled pipe;

and .5 loss of ventilation in other compartments inside the space,

containing single-walled gas piping; and

.2 manually from within the space, and at least one remote location. 16.4.6.3 If the double barrier around the gas supply system is continuous, an individual master valve located in the cargo area may be provided for each gas consumer inside the space. The individual master valve shall operate under the following circumstances:

.1 automatically by:

.1 leak detection in the annular space of a double-walled pipe served by that individual master valve;

.2 leak detection in other compartments containing single-walled gas

piping that is part of the supply system served by the individual master valve; and

.3 loss of ventilation or loss of pressure in the annular space of a

double-walled pipe; and .2 manually from within the space, and at least one remote location.






16.4.7 Piping and ducting construction Gas fuel piping in machinery spaces shall comply with 5.1 to 5.9, as applicable. The piping shall, as far as practicable, have welded joints. Those parts of the gas fuel piping that are not enclosed in a ventilated pipe or duct according to 16.4.3, and are on the weather decks outside the cargo area, shall have full penetration butt-welded joints and shall be fully radiographed. 16.4.8 Gas detection Gas detection systems provided in accordance with the requirements of this chapter shall activate the alarm at 30% LFL and shut down the master gas fuel valve required by 16.4.6 at not more than 60% LFL (see 13.6.17). 16.5 Gas fuel plant and related storage tanks

16.5.1 Provision of gas fuel All equipment (heaters, compressors, vaporizers, filters, etc.) for conditioning the cargo and/or cargo boil off vapour for its use as fuel, and any related storage tanks, shall be located in the cargo area. If the equipment is in an enclosed space, the space shall be ventilated according to 12.1 and be equipped with a fixed fire-extinguishing system, according to 11.5, and with a gas detection system according to 13.6, as applicable. 16.5.2 Remote stops 16.5.2.1 All rotating equipment utilized for conditioning the cargo for its use as fuel shall be arranged for manual remote stop from the engine-room. Additional remote stops shall be located in areas that are always easily accessible, typically cargo control room, navigation bridge and fire control station. 16.5.2.2 The fuel supply equipment shall be automatically stopped in the case of low suction pressure or fire detection. Unless expressly provided otherwise, the requirements of 18.10 need not apply to gas fuel compressors or pumps when used to supply gas consumers.

16.5.3 Heating and cooling mediums If the heating or cooling medium for the gas fuel conditioning system is returned to spaces outside the cargo area, provisions shall be made to detect and alarm the presence of cargo/cargo vapour in the medium. Any vent outlet shall be in a safe position and fitted with an effective flame screen of an approved type. 16.5.4 Piping and pressure vessels Piping or pressure vessels fitted in the gas fuel supply system shall comply with chapter 5. 16.6 Special requirements for main boilers 16.6.1 Arrangements 16.6.1.1 Each boiler shall have a separate exhaust uptake. 16.6.1.2 Each boiler shall have a dedicated forced draught system. A crossover between boiler force draught systems may be fitted for emergency use providing that any relevant safety functions are maintained. 16.6.1.3 Combustion chambers and uptakes of boilers shall be designed to prevent any accumulation of gaseous fuel.






16.6.2 Combustion equipment 16.6.2.1 The burner systems shall be of dual type, suitable to burn either: oil fuel or gas fuel alone, or oil and gas fuel simultaneously. 16.6.2.2 Burners shall be designed to maintain stable combustion under all firing conditions. 16.6.2.3 An automatic system shall be fitted to change over from gas fuel operation to oil fuel operation without interruption of the boiler firing, in the event of loss of gas fuel supply. 16.6.2.4 Gas nozzles and the burner control system shall be configured such that gas fuel can only be ignited by an established oil fuel flame, unless the boiler and combustion equipment is designed and approved by recognized organization to light on gas fuel. 16.6.3 Safety 16.6.3.1 There shall be arrangements to ensure that gas fuel flow to the burner is automatically cut-off, unless satisfactory ignition has been established and maintained. 16.6.3.2 On the pipe of each gas-burner, a manually operated shut-off valve shall be fitted. 16.6.3.3 Provisions shall be made for automatically purging the gas supply piping to the burners, by means of an inert gas, after the extinguishing of these burners. 16.6.3.4 The automatic fuel changeover system required by 16.6.2.3 shall be monitored with alarms to ensure continuous availability. 16.6.3.5 Arrangements shall be made that, in case of flame failure of all operating burners, the combustion chambers of the boilers are automatically purged before relighting. 16.6.3.6 Arrangements shall be made to enable the boilers to be manually purged. 16.7 Special requirements for gas-fired internal combustion engines Dual fuel engines are those that employ gas fuel (with pilot oil) and oil fuel. Oil fuels may include distillate and residual fuels. Gas only engines are those that employ gas fuel only. 16.7.1 Arrangements 16.7.1.1 When gas is supplied in a mixture with air through a common manifold, flame arrestors shall be installed before each cylinder head. 16.7.1.2 Each engine shall have its own separate exhaust. 16.7.1.3 The exhausts shall be configured to prevent any accumulation of unburnt gaseous fuel. 16.7.1.4 Unless designed with the strength to withstand the worst case overpressure due to ignited gas leaks, air inlet manifolds, scavenge spaces, exhaust system and crank cases shall be fitted with suitable pressure relief systems. Pressure relief systems shall lead to a safe location, away from personnel. 16.7.1.5 Each engine shall be fitted with vent systems independent of other engines for crankcases, sumps and cooling systems.






16.7.2 Combustion equipment 16.7.2.1 Prior to admission of gas fuel, correct operation of the pilot oil injection system on each unit shall be verified. 16.7.2.2 For a spark ignition engine, if ignition has not been detected by the engine monitoring system within an engine specific time after opening of the gas supply valve, this shall be automatically shut off and the starting sequence terminated. It shall be ensured that any unburnt gas mixture is purged from the exhaust system. 16.7.2.3 For dual-fuel engines fitted with a pilot oil injection system, an automatic system shall be fitted to change over from gas fuel operation to oil fuel operation with minimum fluctuation of the engine power. 16.7.2.4 In the case of unstable operation on engines with the arrangement in 16.7.2.3 when gas firing, the engine shall automatically change to oil fuel mode. 16.7.3 Safety 16.7.3.1 During stopping of the engine, the gas fuel shall be automatically shut off before the ignition source. 16.7.3.2 Arrangements shall be provided to ensure that there is no unburnt gas fuel in the exhaust gas system prior to ignition. 16.7.3.3 Crankcases, sumps, scavenge spaces and cooling system vents shall be provided with gas detection (see 13.6.17). 16.7.3.4 Provision shall be made within the design of the engine to permit continuous monitoring of possible sources of ignition within the crank case. Instrumentation fitted inside the crankcase shall be in accordance with the requirements of chapter 10. 16.7.3.5 A means shall be provided to monitor and detect poor combustion or misfiring that may lead to unburnt gas fuel in the exhaust system during operation. In the event that it is detected, the gas fuel supply shall be shut down. Instrumentation fitted inside the exhaust system shall be in accordance with the requirements of chapter 10. 16.8 Special requirements for gas turbine 16.8.1 Arrangements 16.8.1.1 Each turbine shall have its own separate exhaust. 16.8.1.2 The exhausts shall be appropriately configured to prevent any accumulation of unburnt gas fuel. 16.8.1.3 Unless designed with the strength to withstand the worst case overpressure due to ignited gas leaks, pressure relief systems shall be suitably designed and fitted to the exhaust system, taking into consideration explosions due to gas leaks. Pressure relief systems within the exhaust uptakes shall be lead to a non-hazardous location, away from personnel. 16.8.2 Combustion equipment An automatic system shall be fitted to change over easily and quickly from gas fuel operation to oil fuel operation with minimum fluctuation of the engine power.






16.8.3 Safety 16.8.3.1 Means shall be provided to monitor and detect poor combustion that may lead to unburnt gas fuel in the exhaust system during operation. In the event that it is detected, the gas fuel supply shall be shut down. 16.8.3.2 Each turbine shall be fitted with an automatic shutdown device for high exhaust temperatures. 16.9 Alternative fuels and technologies 16.9.1 If acceptable to the Administration, other cargo gases may be used as fuel, providing that the same level of safety as natural gas in this Code is ensured. 16.9.2 The use of cargoes identified as toxic products shall not be permitted. 16.9.3 For cargoes other than LNG, the fuel supply system shall comply with the requirements of 16.4.1, 16.4.2, 16.4.3 and 16.5, as applicable, and shall include means for preventing condensation of vapour in the system. 16.9.4 Liquefied gas fuel supply systems shall comply with 16.4.5. 16.9.5 In addition to the requirements of 16.4.3.2, both ventilation inlet and outlet shall be in a non-hazardous area external to the machinery space.

CHAPTER 17

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Goal

To set out the additional requirements in respect of specific cargoes. 17.1 General The requirements of this chapter are applicable where reference thereto is made in column "i" in the table of chapter 19. These requirements are additional to the general requirements of the Code. 17.2 Materials of construction Materials that may be exposed to cargo during normal operations shall be resistant to the corrosive action of the gases. In addition, the following materials of construction for cargo tanks and associated pipelines, valves, fittings and other items of equipment normally in direct contact with the cargo liquid or vapour shall not be used for certain products as specified in column " i" in the table of chapter 19:

.1 mercury, copper and copper-bearing alloys, and zinc; .2 copper, silver, mercury, magnesium and other acetylide-forming metals; .3 aluminium and aluminium-bearing alloys; .4 copper, copper alloys, zinc and galvanized steel;






.5 aluminium, copper and alloys of either; and .6 copper and copper-bearing alloys with greater than 1% copper.

17.3 Independent tanks 17.3.1 Products shall be carried in independent tanks only. 17.3.2 Products shall be carried in type C independent tanks, and the requirements of 7.1.2 shall apply. The design pressure of the cargo tank shall take into account any padding pressure or vapour discharge unloading pressure. 17.4 Refrigeration systems 17.4.1 Only the indirect system described in 7.3.1.2 shall be used. 17.4.2 For a ship engaged in the carriage of products that readily form dangerous peroxides, recondensed cargo shall not be allowed to form stagnant pockets of uninhibited liquid. This may be achieved either by:

.1 using the indirect system described in 7.3.1.2, with the condenser inside the cargo tank; or

.2 using the direct system or combined system described in 7.3.1.1 and .3

respectively, or the indirect system described in 7.3.1.2 with the condenser outside the cargo tank, and designing the condensate system to avoid any places in which liquid could collect and be retained. Where this is impossible, inhibited liquid shall be added upstream of such a place.

17.4.3 If the ship is to consecutively carry products as specified in 17.4.2 with a ballast passage between, all uninhibited liquid shall be removed prior to the ballast voyage. If a second cargo is to be carried between such consecutive cargoes, the reliquefaction system shall be thoroughly drained and purged before loading the second cargo. Purging shall be carried out using either inert gas or vapour from the second cargo, if compatible. Practical steps shall be taken to ensure that polymers or peroxides do not accumulate in the cargo system. 17.5 Cargoes requiring type 1G ship 17.5.1 All butt-welded joints in cargo piping exceeding 75 mm in diameter shall be subject to 100% radiography. 17.5.2 Gas sampling lines shall not be led into or through non-hazardous areas. Alarms referred to in 13.6.2 shall be activated when the vapour concentration reaches the threshold limiting value. 17.5.3 The alternative of using portable gas detection equipment in accordance with 13.6.5 shall not be permitted. 17.5.4 Cargo control rooms shall be located in a non-hazardous area and, additionally, all instrumentation shall be of the indirect type. 17.5.5 Personnel shall be protected against the effects of a major cargo release by the provision of a space within the accommodation area that is designed and equipped to the satisfaction of the Administration. 17.5.6 Notwithstanding the requirements in 3.2.4.3, access to forecastle spaces shall not be permitted through a door facing the cargo area, unless airlock in accordance with 3.6 is provided.






17.5.7 Notwithstanding the requirements in 3.2.7, access to control rooms and machinery spaces of turret systems shall not be permitted through doors facing the cargo area. 17.6 Exclusion of air from vapour spaces Air shall be removed from cargo tanks and associated piping before loading and, then, subsequently excluded by:

.1 introducing inert gas to maintain a positive pressure. Storage or production capacity of the inert gas shall be sufficient to meet normal operating requirements and relief valve leakage. The oxygen content of inert gas shall, at no time, be greater than 0.2% by volume; or

.2 control of cargo temperatures such that a positive pressure is maintained at

all times. 17.7 Moisture control For gases that are non-flammable and may become corrosive or react dangerously with water, moisture control shall be provided to ensure that cargo tanks are dry before loading and that, during discharge, dry air or cargo vapour is introduced to prevent negative pressures. For the purposes of this paragraph, dry air is air that has a dew point of -45°C or below at atmospheric pressure. 17.8 Inhibition Care shall be taken to ensure that the cargo is sufficiently inhibited to prevent self-reaction (e.g. polymerization or dimerization) at all times during the voyage. Ships shall be provided with a certificate from the manufacturer stating:

.1 name and amount of inhibitor added; .2 date inhibitor was added and the normally expected duration of its

effectiveness; .3 any temperature limitations affecting the inhibitor; and .4 the action to be taken should the length of the voyage exceed the effective

lifetime of the inhibitors.

17.9 Flame screens on vent outlets When carrying a cargo referenced to this section, cargo tank vent outlets shall be provided with readily renewable and effective flame screens or safety heads of an approved type. Due attention shall be paid in the design of flame screens and vent heads, to the possibility of the blockage of these devices by the freezing of cargo vapour or by icing up in adverse weather conditions. Flame screens shall be removed and replaced by protection screens, in accordance with 8.2.15, when carrying cargoes not referenced to this section. 17.10 Maximum allowable quantity of cargo per tank When carrying a cargo referenced to this section, the quantity of the cargo shall not exceed 3,000 m3 in any one tank.






17.11 Cargo pumps and discharge arrangements 17.11.1 The vapour space of cargo tanks equipped with submerged electric motor pumps shall be inerted to a positive pressure prior to loading, during carriage and during unloading of flammable liquids. 17.11.2 The cargo shall be discharged only by deepwell pumps or by hydraulically operated submerged pumps. These pumps shall be of a type designed to avoid liquid pressure against the shaft gland. 17.11.3 Inert gas displacement may be used for discharging cargo from type C independent tanks, provided the cargo system is designed for the expected pressure. 17.12 Ammonia 17.12.1 Anhydrous ammonia may cause stress corrosion cracking in containment and process systems made of carbon-manganese steel or nickel steel. To minimize the risk of this occurring, measures detailed in 17.12.2 to 17.12.8 shall be taken, as appropriate. 17.12.2 Where carbon-manganese steel is used, cargo tanks, process pressure vessels and cargo piping shall be made of fine-grained steel with a specified minimum yield strength not exceeding 355 N/mm2, and with an actual yield strength not exceeding 440 N/mm2. One of the following constructional or operational measures shall also be taken:

.1 lower strength material with a specified minimum tensile strength not exceeding 410 N/mm2 shall be used; or

.2 cargo tanks, etc., shall be post-weld stress relief heat treated; or .3 carriage temperature shall be maintained, preferably at a temperature close

to the product's boiling point of -33°C, but in no case at a temperature above -20°C; or

.4 the ammonia shall contain not less than 0.1% w/w water, and the master

shall be provided with documentation confirming this. 17.12.3 If carbon-manganese steels with higher yield properties are used other than those specified in 17.12.2, the completed cargo tanks, piping, etc., shall be given a post-weld stress relief heat treatment. 17.12.4 Process pressure vessels and piping of the condensate part of the refrigeration system shall be given a post-weld stress relief heat treatment when made of materials mentioned in 17.12.1. 17.12.5 The tensile and yield properties of the welding consumables shall exceed those of the tank or piping material by the smallest practical amount. 17.12.6 Nickel steel containing more than 5% nickel and carbon-manganese steel, not complying with the requirements of 17.12.2 and 17.12.3, are particularly susceptible to ammonia stress corrosion cracking and shall not be used in containment and piping systems for the carriage of this product. 17.12.7 Nickel steel containing not more than 5% nickel may be used, provided the carriage temperature complies with the requirements specified in 17.12.2.3.






17.12.8 To minimize the risk of ammonia stress corrosion cracking, it is advisable to keep the dissolved oxygen content below 2.5 ppm w/w. This can best be achieved by reducing the average oxygen content in the tanks prior to the introduction of liquid ammonia to less than the values given as a function of the carriage temperature T in the table below:

T (°C) O2 (% v/v)

-30 and below -20 -10 0 10 20 30

0.9 0.5 0.28 0.16 0.1 0.05 0.03

Oxygen percentages for intermediate temperatures may be obtained by direct interpolation. 17.13 Chlorine 17.13.1 Cargo containment system 17.13.1.1 The capacity of each tank shall not exceed 600 m3 and the total capacity of all cargo tanks shall not exceed 1,200 m3. 17.13.1.2 The tank design vapour pressure shall not be less than 1.35 MPa (see 7.1.2 and 17.3.2). 17.13.1.3 Parts of tanks protruding above the upper deck shall be provided with protection against thermal radiation, taking into account total engulfment by fire. 17.13.1.4 Each tank shall be provided with two PRVs. A bursting disc of appropriate material shall be installed between the tank and the PRVs. The rupture pressure of the bursting disc shall be 0.1 MPa lower than the opening pressure of the pressure relief valve, which shall be set at the design vapour pressure of the tank but not less than 1.35 MPa gauge. The space between the bursting disc and the relief valve shall be connected through an excess flow valve to a pressure gauge and a gas detection system. Provisions shall be made to keep this space at or near the atmospheric pressure during normal operation. 17.13.1.5 Outlets from PRVs shall be arranged in such a way as to minimize the hazards on board the ship as well as to the environment. Leakage from the relief valves shall be led through the absorption plant to reduce the gas concentration as far as possible. The relief valve exhaust line shall be arranged at the forward end of the ship to discharge outboard at deck level with an arrangement to select either port or starboard side, with a mechanical interlock to ensure that one line is always open. 17.13.1.6 The Administration and the port Administration may require that chlorine is carried in a refrigerated state at a specified maximum pressure. 17.13.2 Cargo piping systems 17.13.2.1 Cargo discharge shall be performed by means of compressed chlorine vapour from shore, dry air or another acceptable gas, or fully submerged pumps. Cargo discharge compressors on board ships shall not be used for this. The pressure in the vapour space of the tank during discharging shall not exceed 1.05 MPa gauge.






17.13.2.2 The design pressure of the cargo piping system shall be not less than 2.1 MPa gauge. The internal diameter of the cargo pipes shall not exceed 100 mm. Only pipe bends shall be accepted for compensation of pipeline thermal movement. The use of flanged joints shall be restricted to a minimum and, when used, the flanges shall be of the welding neck type with tongue and groove. 17.13.2.3 Relief valves of the cargo piping system shall discharge to the absorption plant, and the flow restriction created by this unit shall be taken into account when designing the relief valve system (see 8.4.3 and 8.4.4). 17.13.3 Materials

17.13.3.1 The cargo tanks and cargo piping systems shall be made of steel suitable for the cargo and for a temperature of -40oC, even if a higher transport temperature is intended to be used. 17.13.3.2 The tanks shall be thermally stress relieved. Mechanical stress relief shall not be accepted as an equivalent. 17.13.4 Instrumentation: safety devices 17.13.4.1 The ship shall be provided with a chlorine absorbing plant with a connection to the cargo piping system and the cargo tanks. The absorbing plant shall be capable of neutralizing at least 2% of the total cargo capacity at a reasonable absorption rate. 17.13.4.2 During the gas-freeing of cargo tanks, vapours shall not be discharged to the atmosphere. 17.13.4.3 A gas detecting system shall be provided that is capable of monitoring chlorine concentrations of at least 1 ppm by volume. Sample points shall be located:

.1 near the bottom of the hold spaces; .2 in the pipes from the safety relief valves; .3 at the outlet from the gas absorbing plant; .4 at the inlet to the ventilation systems for the accommodation, service

and machinery spaces and control stations; and .5 on deck – at the forward end, midships and the after end of the cargo

area. This is only required to be used during cargo handling and gas-freeing operations.

The gas detection system shall be provided with an audible and visual alarm with a set point of 5 ppm. 17.13.4.4 Each cargo tank shall be fitted with a high-pressure alarm giving an audible alarm at a pressure equal to 1.05 MPa gauge. 17.13.5 Personnel protection The enclosed space required by 17.5.5 shall meet the following requirements:

.1 the space shall be easily and quickly accessible from the weather decks and from accommodation spaces by means of air locks, and shall be capable of being rapidly closed gastight;






.2 one of the decontamination showers required by 14.4.3 shall be located near the weather deck airlock to the space;

.3 the space shall be designed to accommodate the entire crew of the ship

and be provided with a source of uncontaminated air for a period of not less than 4 h; and

.4 one set of oxygen therapy equipment shall be carried in the space.

17.13.6 Filling limits for cargo tanks

17.13.6.1 The requirements of 15.1.3.2 do not apply when it is intended to carry chlorine. 17.13.6.2 The chlorine content of the gas in the vapour space of the cargo tank after loading shall be greater than 80% by volume. 17.14 Ethylene oxide 17.14.1 For the carriage of ethylene oxide, the requirements of 17.18 shall apply, with the additions and modifications as given in this section. 17.14.2 Deck tanks shall not be used for the carriage of ethylene oxide. 17.14.3 Stainless steels types 416 and 442, as well as cast iron, shall not be used in ethylene oxide cargo containment and piping systems. 17.14.4 Before loading, tanks shall be thoroughly and effectively cleaned to remove all traces of previous cargoes from tanks and associated pipework, except where the immediate prior cargo has been ethylene oxide, propylene oxide or mixtures of these products. Particular care shall be taken in the case of ammonia in tanks made of steel other than stainless steel. 17.14.5 Ethylene oxide shall be discharged only by deepwell pumps or inert gas displacement. The arrangement of pumps shall comply with 17.18.15. 17.14.6 Ethylene oxide shall be carried refrigerated only and maintained at temperatures of less than 30°C. 17.14.7 PRVs shall be set at a pressure of not less than 0.55 MPa gauge. The maximum set pressure shall be specially approved by the Administration. 17.14.8 The protective padding of nitrogen gas, as required by 17.18.27, shall be such that the nitrogen concentration in the vapour space of the cargo tank will, at no time, be less than 45% by volume. 17.14.9 Before loading, and at all times when the cargo tank contains ethylene oxide liquid or vapour, the cargo tank shall be inerted with nitrogen. 17.14.10 The water-spray system required by 17.18.29 and that required by 11.3 shall operate automatically in a fire involving the cargo containment system. 17.14.11 A jettisoning arrangement shall be provided to allow the emergency discharge of ethylene oxide in the event of uncontrollable self-reaction.






17.15 Separate piping systems Separate piping systems, as defined in 1.2.47, shall be provided. 17.16 Methyl acetylene-propadiene mixtures 17.16.1 Methyl acetylene-propadiene mixtures shall be suitably stabilized for transport. Additionally, upper limits of temperatures and pressure during the refrigeration shall be specified for the mixtures. 17.16.2 Examples of acceptable stabilized compositions are:

.1 Composition 1:

.1 maximum methyl acetylene to propadiene molar ratio of 3 to 1; .2 maximum combined concentration of methyl acetylene and

propadiene of 65 mol%; .3 minimum combined concentration of propane, butane, and

isobutane of 24 mol%, of which at least one third (on a molar basis) shall be butanes and one third propane;

.4 maximum combined concentration of propylene and butadiene

of 10 mol%;

.2 Composition 2:

.1 maximum methyl acetylene and propadiene combined concentration of 30 mol%;

.2 maximum methyl acetylene concentration of 20 mol%; .3 maximum propadiene concentration of 20 mol%; .4 maximum propylene concentration of 45 mol%; .5 maximum butadiene and butylenes combined concentration

of 2 mol%; .6 minimum saturated C4 hydrocarbon concentration of 4 mol%; and .7 minimum propane concentration of 25 mol%.

17.16.3 Other compositions may be accepted, provided the stability of the mixture is demonstrated to the satisfaction of the Administration. 17.16.4 If a ship has a direct vapour compression refrigeration system, this shall comply with the following requirements, subject to pressure and temperature limitations depending on the composition. For the example compositions given in 17.16.2, the following features shall be provided:

.1 a vapour compressor that does not raise the temperature and pressure of the vapour above 60oC and 1.75 MPa gauge during its operation, and that does not allow vapour to stagnate in the compressor while it continues to run;






.2 discharge piping from each compressor stage or each cylinder in the same stage of a reciprocating compressor shall have:

.1 two temperature-actuated shutdown switches set to operate at 60oC

or less; .2 a pressure-actuated shutdown switch set to operate at 1.75 MPa

gauge or less; and .3 a safety relief valve set to relieve at 1.8 MPa gauge or less;

.3 the relief valve required by .2.3 shall vent to a mast meeting the

requirements of 8.2.10, 8.2.11 and 8.2.15 and shall not relieve into the compressor suction line; and

.4 an alarm that sounds in the cargo control position and in the navigation

bridge when a high-pressure switch, or a high-temperature switch, operates.

17.16.5 The piping system, including the cargo refrigeration system, for tanks to be loaded with methyl acetylene-propadiene mixtures shall be either independent (as defined in 1.2.28) or separate (as defined in 1.2.47) from piping and refrigeration systems for other tanks. This segregation shall apply to all liquid and vapour vent lines and any other possible connections, such as common inert gas supply lines. 17.17 Nitrogen Materials of construction and ancillary equipment such as insulation shall be resistant to the effects of high oxygen concentrations caused by condensation and enrichment at the low temperatures attained in parts of the cargo system. Due consideration shall be given to ventilation in areas where condensation might occur, to avoid the stratification of oxygen-enriched atmosphere. 17.18 Propylene oxide and mixtures of ethylene oxide-propylene oxide with ethylene

oxide content of not more than 30% by weight 17.18.1 Products transported under the provisions of this section shall be acetylene-free. 17.18.2 Unless cargo tanks are properly cleaned, these products shall not be carried in tanks that have contained as one of the three previous cargoes any product known to catalyse polymerization, such as:

.1 anhydrous ammonia and ammonia solutions; .2 amines and amine solutions; and .3 oxidizing substances (e.g. chlorine).

17.18.3 Before loading, tanks shall be thoroughly and effectively cleaned to remove all traces of previous cargoes from tanks and associated pipework, except where the immediate prior cargo has been propylene oxide or ethylene oxide-propylene oxide mixtures. Particular care shall be taken in the case of ammonia in tanks made of steel other than stainless steel. 17.18.4 In all cases, the effectiveness of cleaning procedures for tanks and associated pipework shall be checked, by suitable testing or inspection, to ascertain that no traces of acidic or alkaline materials remain that might create a hazardous situation in the presence of these products.






17.18.5 Tanks shall be entered and inspected prior to each initial loading of these products to ensure freedom from contamination, heavy rust deposits and any visible structural defects. When cargo tanks are in continuous service for these products, such inspections shall be performed at intervals of not more than two years. 17.18.6 Tanks for the carriage of these products shall be of steel or stainless steel construction. 17.18.7 Tanks that have contained these products may be used for other cargoes after thorough cleaning of tanks and associated pipework systems by washing or purging. 17.18.8 All valves, flanges, fittings and accessory equipment shall be of a type suitable for use with these products and shall be constructed of steel or stainless steel in accordance with recognized standards. Disc or disc faces, seats and other wearing parts of valves shall be made of stainless steel containing not less than 11% chromium. 17.18.9 Gaskets shall be constructed of materials which do not react with, dissolve in, or lower the auto-ignition temperature of, these products and which are fire-resistant and possess adequate mechanical behaviour. The surface presented to the cargo shall be polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) or materials giving a similar degree of safety by their inertness. Spirally-wound stainless steel with a filler of PTFE or similar fluorinated polymer may be accepted, if approved by the Administration or recognized organization acting on its behalf. 17.18.10 Insulation and packing, if used, shall be of a material which does not react with, dissolve in, or lower the auto-ignition temperature of, these products. 17.18.11 The following materials are generally found unsatisfactory for use in gaskets, packing and similar uses in containment systems for these products and would require testing before being approved:

.1 neoprene or natural rubber, if it comes into contact with the products; .2 asbestos or binders used with asbestos; and .3 materials containing oxides of magnesium, such as mineral wools.

17.18.12 Filling and discharge piping shall extend to within 100 mm of the bottom of the tank or any sump. 17.18.13 The products shall be loaded and discharged in such a manner that venting of the tanks to atmosphere does not occur. If vapour return to shore is used during tank loading, the vapour return system connected to a containment system for the product shall be independent of all other containment systems. 17.18.14 During discharging operations, the pressure in the cargo tank shall be maintained above 0.007 MPa gauge. 17.18.15 The cargo shall be discharged only by deepwell pumps, hydraulically operated submerged pumps or inert gas displacement. Each cargo pump shall be arranged to ensure that the product does not heat significantly if the discharge line from the pump is shut off or otherwise blocked. 17.18.16 Tanks carrying these products shall be vented independently of tanks carrying other products. Facilities shall be provided for sampling the tank contents without opening the tank to atmosphere.






17.18.17 Cargo hoses used for transfer of these products shall be marked "FOR ALKYLENE OXIDE TRANSFER ONLY". 17.18.18 Hold spaces shall be monitored for these products. Hold spaces surrounding type A and type B independent tanks shall also be inerted and monitored for oxygen. The oxygen content of these spaces shall be maintained below 2% by volume. Portable sampling equipment is satisfactory. 17.18.19 Prior to disconnecting shore lines, the pressure in liquid and vapour lines shall be relieved through suitable valves installed at the loading header. Liquid and vapour from these lines shall not be discharged to atmosphere. 17.18.20 Tanks shall be designed for the maximum pressure expected to be encountered during loading, carriage or unloading of cargo. 17.18.21 Tanks for the carriage of propylene oxide with a design vapour pressure of less than 0.06 MPa, and tanks for the carriage of ethylene oxide-propylene oxide mixtures with a design vapour pressure of less than 0.12 MPa, shall have a cooling system to maintain the cargo below the reference temperature. The reference temperatures are referred to in 15.1.3. 17.18.22 Pressure relief valve settings shall not be less than 0.02 MPa gauge; and for type C independent tanks not greater than 0.7 MPa gauge for the carriage of propylene oxide and not greater than 0.53 MPa gauge for the carriage of ethylene oxide-propylene oxide mixtures. 17.18.23 The piping system for tanks to be loaded with these products shall be completely separate from piping systems for all other tanks, including empty tanks, and from all cargo compressors. If the piping system for the tanks to be loaded with these products is not independent, as defined in 1.2.28, the required piping separation shall be accomplished by the removal of spool pieces, valves, or other pipe sections and the installation of blank flanges at these locations. The required separation applies to all liquid and vapour piping, liquid and vapour vent lines and any other possible connections such as common inert gas supply lines. 17.18.24 The products shall be transported only in accordance with cargo handling plans approved by the Administration. Each intended loading arrangement shall be shown on a separate cargo handling plan. Cargo handling plans shall show the entire cargo piping system and the locations for installation of the blank flanges needed to meet the above piping separation requirements. A copy of each approved cargo handling plan shall be kept on board the ship. The International Certificate of Fitness for the Carriage of Liquefied Gases in Bulk shall be endorsed to include references to the approved cargo handling plans. 17.18.25 Before each initial loading of these products, and before every subsequent return to such service, certification verifying that the required piping separation has been achieved shall be obtained from a responsible person acceptable to the port Administration and carried on board the ship. Each connection between a blank flange and pipeline flange shall be fitted with a wire and seal by the responsible person to ensure that inadvertent removal of the blank flange is impossible. 17.18.26 The maximum allowable loading limits for each tank shall be indicated for each loading temperature that may be applied, in accordance with 15.5. 17.18.27 The cargo shall be carried under a suitable protective padding of nitrogen gas. An automatic nitrogen make-up system shall be installed to prevent the tank pressure falling below 0.007 MPa gauge in the event of product temperature fall due to ambient conditions or malfunctioning of refrigeration system. Sufficient nitrogen shall be available on board to satisfy the demand of the automatic pressure control. Nitrogen of commercially pure quality (99.9% by






volume) shall be used for padding. A battery of nitrogen bottles, connected to the cargo tanks through a pressure reduction valve, satisfies the intention of the expression "automatic" in this context. 17.18.28 The cargo tank vapour space shall be tested prior to and after loading to ensure that the oxygen content is 2% by volume or less. 17.18.29 A water-spray system of sufficient capacity shall be provided to blanket effectively the area surrounding the loading manifold, the exposed deck piping associated with product handling and the tank domes. The arrangement of piping and nozzles shall be such as to give a uniform distribution rate of 10l/m2/min. The arrangement shall ensure that any spilled cargo is washed away. 17.18.30 The water-spray system shall be capable of local and remote manual operation in case of a fire involving the cargo containment system. Remote manual operation shall be arranged such that the remote starting of pumps supplying the water-spray system and remote operation of any normally closed valves in the system can be carried out from a suitable location outside the cargo area, adjacent to the accommodation spaces and readily accessible and operable in the event of fire in the areas protected. 17.18.31 When ambient temperatures permit, a pressurized water hose ready for immediate use shall be available during loading and unloading operations, in addition to the above water-spray requirements. 17.19 Vinyl chloride In cases where polymerization of vinyl chloride is prevented by addition of an inhibitor, 17.8 is applicable. In cases where no inhibitor has been added, or the inhibitor concentration is insufficient, any inert gas used for the purposes of 17.6 shall contain no more oxygen than 0.1% by volume. Before loading is started, inert gas samples from the tanks and piping shall be analysed. When vinyl chloride is carried, a positive pressure shall always be maintained in the tanks and during ballast voyages between successive carriages. 17.20 Mixed C4 cargoes 17.20.1 Cargoes that may be carried individually under the requirements of this Code, notably butane, butylenes and butadiene, may be carried as mixtures subject to the provisions of this section. These cargoes may variously be referred to as "Crude C4", "Crude butadiene", "Crude steam-cracked C4", "Spent steam-cracked C4", "C4 stream", "C4 raffinate", or may be shipped under a different description. In all cases, the material safety data sheets (MSDS) shall be consulted as the butadiene content of the mixture is of prime concern as it is potentially toxic and reactive. While it is recognized that butadiene has a relatively low vapour pressure, if such mixtures contain butadiene they shall be regarded as toxic and the appropriate precautions applied. 17.20.2 If the mixed C4 cargo shipped under the terms of this section contains more than 50% (mole) of butadiene, the inhibitor precautions in 17.8 shall apply. 17.20.3 Unless specific data on liquid expansion coefficients is given for the specific mixture loaded, the filling limit restrictions of chapter 15 shall be calculated as if the cargo contained 100% concentration of the component with the highest expansion ratio.






17.21 Carbon dioxide: high purity 17.21.1 Uncontrolled pressure loss from the cargo can cause "sublimation" and the cargo will change from the liquid to the solid state. The precise "triple point" temperature of a particular carbon dioxide cargo shall be supplied before loading the cargo, and will depend on the purity of that cargo, and this shall be taken into account when cargo instrumentation is adjusted. The set pressure for the alarms and automatic actions described in this section shall be set to at least 0.05 MPa above the triple point for the specific cargo being carried. The "triple point" for pure carbon dioxide occurs at 0.5 MPa gauge and -54.4°C. 17.21.2 There is a potential for the cargo to solidify in the event that a cargo tank relief valve, fitted in accordance with 8.2, fails in the open position. To avoid this, a means of isolating the cargo tank safety valves shall be provided and the requirements of 8.2.9.2 do not apply when carrying this carbon dioxide. Discharge piping from safety relief valves shall be designed so they remain free from obstructions that could cause clogging. Protective screens shall not be fitted to the outlets of relief valve discharge piping, so the requirements of 8.2.15 do not apply. 17.21.3 Discharge piping from safety relief valves are not required to comply with 8.2.10, but shall be designed so they remain free from obstructions that could cause clogging. Protective screens shall not be fitted to the outlets of relief valve discharge piping, so the requirements of 8.2.15 do not apply. 17.21.4 Cargo tanks shall be continuously monitored for low pressure when a carbon dioxide cargo is carried. An audible and visual alarm shall be given at the cargo control position and on the bridge. If the cargo tank pressure continues to fall to within 0.05 MPa of the "triple point" for the particular cargo, the monitoring system shall automatically close all cargo manifold liquid and vapour valves and stop all cargo compressors and cargo pumps. The emergency shutdown system required by 18.10 may be used for this purpose. 17.21.5 All materials used in cargo tanks and cargo piping system shall be suitable for the lowest temperature that may occur in service, which is defined as the saturation temperature of the carbon dioxide cargo at the set pressure of the automatic safety system described in 17.21.1. 17.21.6 Cargo hold spaces, cargo compressor rooms and other enclosed spaces where carbon dioxide could accumulate shall be fitted with continuous monitoring for carbon dioxide build-up. This fixed gas detection system replaces the requirements of 13.6, and hold spaces shall be monitored permanently even if the ship has type C cargo containment. 17.22 Carbon dioxide: reclaimed quality 17.22.1 The requirements of 17.21 also apply to this cargo. In addition, the materials of construction used in the cargo system shall also take account of the possibility of corrosion, in case the reclaimed quality carbon dioxide cargo contains impurities such as water, sulphur dioxide, etc., which can cause acidic corrosion or other problems.






CHAPTER 18

OPERATING REQUIREMENTS Goal

To ensure that all ship staff involved in cargo operations have sufficient information about cargo properties and operating the cargo system so they can conduct cargo operations safely. 18.1 General 18.1.1 Those involved in liquefied gas carrier operations shall be made aware of the special requirements associated with, and precautions necessary for, their safe operation. 18.1.2 A copy of the Code, or national regulations incorporating the provisions of the Code, shall be on board every ship covered by the Code. 18.2 Cargo operations manuals 18.2.1 The ship shall be provided with copies of suitably detailed cargo system operation manuals approved by the Administration such that trained personnel can safely operate the ship with due regard to the hazards and properties of the cargoes that are permitted to be carried. 18.2.2 The content of the manuals shall include, but not be limited to:

.1 overall operation of the ship from dry-dock to dry-dock, including procedures for cargo tank cooldown and warm-up, transfer (including ship-to-ship transfer), cargo sampling, gas-freeing, ballasting, tank cleaning and changing cargoes;

.2 cargo temperature and pressure control systems; .3 cargo system limitations, including minimum temperatures (cargo system

and inner hull), maximum pressures, transfer rates, filling limits and sloshing limitations;

.4 nitrogen and inert gas systems; .5 firefighting procedures: operation and maintenance of firefighting systems

and use of extinguishing agents; .6 special equipment needed for the safe handling of the particular cargo; .7 fixed and portable gas detection; .8 control, alarm and safety systems; .9 emergency shutdown systems; .10 procedures to change cargo tank pressure relief valve set pressures in

accordance with 8.2.8 and 4.13.2.3; and .11 emergency procedures, including cargo tank relief valve isolation, single

tank gas-freeing and entry and emergency ship-to-ship transfer operations.






18.3 Cargo information 18.3.1 Information shall be on board and available to all concerned in the form of a cargo information data sheet(s) giving the necessary data for the safe carriage of cargo. Such information shall include, for each product carried:

.1 a full description of the physical and chemical properties necessary for the safe carriage and containment of the cargo;

.2 reactivity with other cargoes that are capable of being carried on board

in accordance with the International Certificate of Fitness for the Carriage of Liquefied Gases in Bulk;

.3 the actions to be taken in the event of cargo spills or leaks; .4 countermeasures against accidental personal contact; .5 firefighting procedures and firefighting media; .6 special equipment needed for the safe handling of the particular cargo; and .7 emergency procedures.

18.3.2 The physical data supplied to the master, in accordance with 18.3.1.1, shall include information regarding the relative cargo density at various temperatures to enable the calculation of cargo tank filling limits in accordance with the requirements of chapter 15. 18.3.3 Contingency plans in accordance with 18.3.1.3, for spillage of cargo carried at ambient temperature, shall take account of potential local temperature reduction such as when the escaped cargo has reduced to atmospheric pressure and the potential effect of this cooling on hull steel. 18.4 Suitability for carriage 18.4.1 The master shall ascertain that the quantity and characteristics of each product to be loaded are within the limits indicated in the International Certificate of Fitness for the Carriage of Liquefied Gases in Bulk required by 1.4, and in the Loading and Stability Information booklet required by 2.2.5, and that products are listed in the International Certificate of Fitness for the Carriage of Liquefied Gases in Bulk as required under section 4 of the certificate. 18.4.2 Care shall be taken to avoid dangerous chemical reactions if cargoes are mixed. This is of particular significance in respect of:

.1 tank cleaning procedures required between successive cargoes in the same tank; and

.2 simultaneous carriage of cargoes that react when mixed. This shall be

permitted only if the complete cargo systems including, but not limited to, cargo pipework, tanks, vent systems and refrigeration systems are separated as defined in 1.2.47.

18.4.3 Where products are required to be inhibited, the certificate required by 17.8 shall be supplied before departure, otherwise the cargo shall not be transported.






18.5 Carriage of cargo at low temperature When carrying cargoes at low temperatures:

.1 the cooldown procedure laid down for that particular tank, piping and ancillary equipment shall be followed closely;

.2 loading shall be carried out in such a manner as to ensure that design

temperature gradients are not exceeded in any cargo tank, piping or other ancillary equipment; and

.3 if provided, the heating arrangements associated with the cargo

containment systems shall be operated in such a manner as to ensure that the temperature of the hull structure does not fall below that for which the material is designed.

18.6 Cargo transfer operations 18.6.1 A pre-cargo operations meeting shall take place between ship personnel and the persons responsible at the transfer facility. Information exchanged shall include the details of the intended cargo transfer operations and emergency procedures. A recognized industry checklist shall be completed for the intended cargo transfer and effective communications shall be maintained throughout the operation. 18.6.2 Essential cargo handling controls and alarms shall be checked and tested prior to cargo transfer operations. 18.7 Personnel training 18.7.1 Personnel shall be adequately trained in the operational and safety aspects of liquefied gas carriers as required by the International Convention on Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping for Seafarers, 1978, as amended, the International Safety Management Code and the Medical First Aid Guide (MFAG). As a minimum:

.1 all personnel shall be adequately trained in the use of protective equipment provided on board and have basic training in the procedures, appropriate to their duties, necessary under emergency conditions; and

.2 officers shall be trained in emergency procedures to deal with conditions of

leakage, spillage or fire involving the cargo and a sufficient number of them shall be instructed and trained in essential first aid for the cargoes carried.

18.8 Entry into enclosed spaces21 18.8.1 Under normal operational circumstances, personnel shall not enter cargo tanks, hold spaces, void spaces or other enclosed spaces where gas may accumulate, unless the gas content of the atmosphere in such space is determined by means of fixed or portable equipment to ensure oxygen sufficiency and the absence of toxic atmosphere. 18.8.2 If it is necessary to gas-free and aerate a hold space surrounding a type A cargo tank for routine inspection, and flammable cargo is carried in the cargo tank, the inspection shall be conducted when the tank contains only the minimum amount of cargo "heel" to keep the cargo tank cold. The hold shall be re-inerted as soon as the inspection is completed.

21 Refer to the Revised recommendations for entering enclosed spaces aboard ships, adopted by the

Organization by resolution A.1050(27).






18.8.3 Personnel entering any space designated as a hazardous area on a ship carrying flammable products shall not introduce any potential source of ignition into the space, unless it has been certified gas-free and is maintained in that condition. 18.9 Cargo sampling 18.9.1 Any cargo sampling shall be conducted under the supervision of an officer who shall ensure that protective clothing appropriate to the hazards of the cargo is used by everyone involved in the operation. 18.9.2 When taking liquid cargo samples, the officer shall ensure that the sampling equipment is suitable for the temperatures and pressures involved, including cargo pump discharge pressure, if relevant. 18.9.3 The officer shall ensure that any cargo sample equipment used is connected properly to avoid any cargo leakage. 18.9.4 If the cargo to be sampled is a toxic product, the officer shall ensure that a "closed loop" sampling system as defined in 1.2.15 is used to minimize any cargo release to atmosphere. 18.9.5 After sampling operations are completed, the officer shall ensure that any sample valves used are closed properly and the connections used are correctly blanked. 18.10 Cargo emergency shutdown (ESD) system 18.10.1 General 18.10.1.1 A cargo emergency shutdown system shall be fitted to stop cargo flow in the event of an emergency, either internally within the ship, or during cargo transfer to ship or shore. The design of the ESD system shall avoid the potential generation of surge pressures within cargo transfer pipe work (see 18.10.2.1.4). 18.10.1.2 Auxiliary systems for conditioning the cargo that use toxic or flammable liquids or vapours shall be treated as cargo systems for the purposes of ESD. Indirect refrigeration systems using an inert medium, such as nitrogen, need not be included in the ESD function. 18.10.1.3 The ESD system shall be activated by the manual and automatic initiations listed in table 18.1. Any additional initiations shall only be included in the ESD system if it can be shown that their inclusion does not reduce the integrity and reliability of the system overall. 18.10.1.4 Ship's ESD systems shall incorporate a ship-shore link in accordance with recognized standards22. 18.10.1.5 A functional flow chart of the ESD system and related systems shall be provided in the cargo control station and on the navigation bridge. 18.10.2 ESD valve requirements

18.10.2.1 General 18.10.2.1.1 The term ESD valve means any valve operated by the ESD system. 22 ISO 28460:2010 Petroleum and natural gas industries – Installation and equipment for liquefied natural

gas – Ship-to-shore interface and port operations.






18.10.2.1.2 ESD valves shall be remotely operated, be of the fail-closed type (closed on loss of actuating power), be capable of local manual closure and have positive indication of the actual valve position. As an alternative to the local manual closing of the ESD valve, a manually operated shut-off valve in series with the ESD valve shall be permitted. The manual valve shall be located adjacent to the ESD valve. Provisions shall be made to handle trapped liquid should the ESD valve close while the manual valve is also closed. 18.10.2.1.3 ESD valves in liquid piping systems shall close fully and smoothly within 30 s of actuation. Information about the closure time of the valves and their operating characteristics shall be available on board, and the closing time shall be verifiable and repeatable. 18.10.2.1.4 The closing time of the valve referred to in 13.3.1 to 13.3.3 (i.e. time from shutdown signal initiation to complete valve closure) shall not be greater than:

(second) where:

U = ullage volume at operating signal level (m3);

LR = maximum loading rate agreed between ship and shore facility (m3/h). The loading rate shall be adjusted to limit surge pressure on valve closure to an acceptable level, taking into account the loading hose or arm, the ship and the shore piping systems, where relevant. 18.10.2.2 Ship-shore and ship-ship manifold connections One ESD valve shall be provided at each manifold connection. Cargo manifold connections not being used for transfer operations shall be blanked with blank flanges rated for the design pressure of the pipeline system. 18.10.2.3 Cargo system valves If cargo system valves as defined in section 5.5 are also ESD valves within the meaning of 18.10, then the requirements of 18.10 shall apply. 18.10.3 ESD system controls

18.10.3.1 As a minimum, the ESD system shall be capable of manual operation by a single control on the bridge and either in the control position required by 13.1.2 or the cargo control room, if installed, and no less than two locations in the cargo area. 18.10.3.2 The ESD system shall be automatically activated on detection of a fire on the weather decks of the cargo area and/or cargo machinery spaces. As a minimum, the method of detection used on the weather decks shall cover the liquid and vapour domes of the cargo tanks, the cargo manifolds and areas where liquid piping is dismantled regularly. Detection may be by means of fusible elements designed to melt at temperatures between 98°C and 104°C, or by area fire detection methods. 18.10.3.3 Cargo machinery that is running shall be stopped by activation of the ESD system in accordance with the cause and effect matrix in table 18.1.






18.10.3.4 The ESD control system shall be configured so as to enable the high-level testing required in 13.3.5 to be carried out in a safe and controlled manner. For the purpose of the testing, cargo pumps may be operated while the overflow control system is overridden. Procedures for level alarm testing and re-setting of the ESD system after completion of the high-level alarm testing shall be included in the operation manual required by 18.2.1.

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Note 2 Note1 Note 3 Note 1 Note 6

Signal from ship/shore link (see 18.10.1.4) Note 2 Note 3 n/a n/a

Loss of motive power to ESD valves** Note 2 Note 3 n/a

Main electric power failure ("blackout") Note 7 Note 7 Note 7 Note 7 Note 7 Note 7

Level alarm override (see 13.3.7) Note 4 Note 4

Note 5 Note 1 Note1 Note 1

Note 1: These items of equipment can be omitted from these specific automatic

shutdown initiators, provided the equipment inlets are protected against cargo liquid ingress.

Note 2: If the fuel gas compressor is used to return cargo vapour to shore, it shall be

included in the ESD system when operating in this mode. Note 3: If the reliquefaction plant compressors are used for vapour return/shore line

clearing, they shall be included in the ESD system when operating in that mode. Note 4: The override system permitted by 13.3.7 may be used at sea to prevent false

alarms or shutdowns. When level alarms are overridden, operation of cargo pumps and the opening of manifold ESD valves shall be inhibited except when high-level alarm testing is carried out in accordance with 13.3.5 (see 18.10.3.4).






Note 5: Cargo spray or stripping pumps used to supply forcing vaporizer may be excluded from the ESD system only when operating in that mode.

Note 6: The sensors referred to in 13.3.2 may be used to close automatically the tank

filling valve for the individual tank where the sensors are installed, as an alternative to closing the ESD valve referred to in 18.10.2.2. If this option is adopted, activation of the full ESD system shall be initiated when the high-level sensors in all the tanks to be loaded have been activated.

Note 7: These items of equipment shall be designed not to restart upon recovery of main

electric power and without confirmation of safe conditions.

* Fusible plugs, electronic point temperature monitoring or area fire detection may be used for this purpose on deck.

** Failure of hydraulic, electric or pneumatic power for remotely operated ESD valve

actuators. *** Indirect refrigeration systems which form part of the reliquefaction plant do not

need to be included in the ESD function if they employ an inert medium such as nitrogen in the refrigeration cycle.

**** Signal need not indicate the event initiating ESD. Functional requirement. N/A Not applicable. 18.10.4 Additional shutdowns

18.10.4.1 The requirements of 8.3.1.1 to protect the cargo tank from external differential pressure may be fulfilled by using an independent low pressure trip to activate the ESD system, or, as minimum, to stop any cargo pumps or compressors. 18.10.4.2 An input to the ESD system from the overflow control system required by 13.3 may be provided to stop any cargo pumps or compressors' running at the time a high level is detected, as this alarm may be due to inadvertent internal transfer of cargo from tank to tank. 18.10.5 Pre-operations testing Cargo emergency shutdown and alarm systems involved in cargo transfer shall be checked and tested before cargo handling operations begin. 18.11 Hot work on or near cargo containment systems 18.11.1 Special fire precautions shall be taken in the vicinity of cargo tanks and, particularly, insulation systems that may be flammable or contaminated with hydrocarbons or that may give off toxic fumes as a product of combustion. 18.12 Additional operating requirements Additional operating requirements will be found in the following paragraphs of the Code: 2.2.2, 2.2.5, 2.2.8, 3.8.4, 3.8.5, 5.3.2, 5.3.3.3, 5.7.3, 7.1, 8.2.7, 8.2.8, 8.2.9, 9.2, 9.3, 9.4.4, 12.1.1, 13.1.3, 13.3.6, 13.6.18, 14.3.3, 15.3, 15.6, 16.6.3, 17.4.2, 17.6, 17.7, 17.9, 17.10, 17.11, 17.12, 17.13, 17.14, 17.16, 17.18, 17.19, 17.21, 17.22.






CHAPTER 19

SUMMARY OF MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS Explanatory notes to the summary of minimum requirements Product name (column a)

The product name shall be used in the shipping document for any cargo offered for bulk shipments. Any additional name may be included in brackets after the product name. In some cases, the product names are not identical with the names given in previous issues of the Code.

(column b) Deleted

Ship type (column c)

1: Ship type 1G (2.1.2.1) 2: Ship type 2G (2.1.2.2) 3: Ship type 2PG (2.1.2.3) 4: Ship type 3G (2.1.2.4)

Independent tank type C required (column d)

Type C independent tank (4.23)

Tank environmental control (column e)

Inert: Inerting (9.4) Dry: Drying (17.7) - : No special requirements under the Code

Vapour detection (column f)

F: Flammable vapour detection T: Toxic vapour detection F+T: Flammable and toxic vapour detection A: Asphixiant

Gauging (column g)

I: Indirect or closed (13.2.3.1 and .2) R: Indirect, closed or restricted (13.2.3.1, .2, .3 and .4) C: Indirect or closed (13.2.3.1, .2 and .3)

(column h) Deleted

Special requirements (column i)

When specific reference is made to chapters 14 and/or 17, these requirements shall be additional to the requirements in any other column.

Refrigerant gases Non-toxic and non-flammable gases Unless otherwise specified, gas mixtures containing less than 5% total acetylenes may be transported with no further requirements than those provided for the major components.






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Acetaldehyde 2G/2PG - Inert F + T C 14.4.2, 14.3.3.1, 17.4.1, 17.6.1

Ammonia, anhydrous 2G/2PG - - T C 14.4, 17.2.1, 17.12

Butadiene (all isomers) 2G/2PG - - F + T C 14.4, 17.2.2, 17.4.2,

17.4.3, 17.6, 17.8

Butane (all isomers) 2G/2PG - - F R

Butane-propane mixture 2G/2PG - - F R

Butylenes (all isomers) 2G/2PG - - F R

Carbon Dioxide (high purity) 3G - - A R 17.21

Carbon Dioxide (Reclaimed quality)

3G - - A R 17.22

Chlorine 1G Yes Dry T I 14.4, 17.3.2, 17.4.1, 17.5, 17.7, 17.9, 17.13

Diethyl ether* 2G/2PG - Inert F + T C 14.4.1, 14.4.2, 17.2.6, 17.3.1, 17.6.1, 17.9, 17.10, 17.11.2, 17.11.3

Dimethylamine 2G/2PG - - F + T C 14.4, 17.2.1

Dimethyl Ether 2G/2PG F + T C

Ethane 2G - - F R

Ethyl Chloride 2G/2PG - - F +T C

Ethylene 2G - - F R

Ethylene oxide 1G Yes Inert F +T C 14.4, 17.2.2, 17.3.2, 17.4.1, 17.5, 17.6.1, 17.14






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Ethylene oxide-propylene oxide mixtures with ethylene oxide content of not more than 30% by weight*

2G/2PG - Inert F +T C 14.4.2, 17.3.1, 17.4.1, 17.6.1, 17.9, 17.10, 17.18

Isoprene* (all isomers) 2G/2PG - - F R 14.4.2, 17.8, 17.9, 17.11.1

Isoprene (part refined)* 2G/2PG - - F R 14.4.2, 17.8, 17.9, 17.11.1

Isopropylamine* 2G/2PG - - F +T C 14.4.1, 14.4.2, 17.2.4, 17.9, 17.10, 17.11.1, 17.15

Methane (LNG) 2G - - F C

Methyl acetylene-propadiene mixtures

2G/2PG - - F R 17.16

Methyl bromide 1G Yes - F + T C 14.4, 17.2.3, 17.3.2, 17.4.1, 17.5

Methyl chloride 2G/ 2PG - - F + T C 17.2.3

Mixed C4 Cargoes 2G/2PG - - F + T C 14.4, 17.2.2, 17.4.2,

17.4.3, 17.6, 17.20

Monoethylamine* 2G/2PG - - F + T C 14.4, 17.2.1, 17.3.1, 17.9, 17.10, 17.11.1, 17.15

Nitrogen 3G - - A C 17.17

Pentane (all isomers)* 2G/2PG - - F R 17.9, 17.11

Pentene (all isomers)* 2G/2PG - - F R 17.9, 17.11

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Refrigerant gases 3G - - - R

Sulphur dioxide 1G Yes Dry T C 14.4, 17.3.2, 17.4.1, 17.5, 17.7

Vinyl chloride 2G/2PG - - F + T C 14.4.1, 14.4.2, 17.2.2, 17.2.3, 17.3.1, 17.6, 17.19

Vinyl ethyl ether* 2G/2PG - Inert F + T C 14.4.1, 14.4.2, 17.2.2, 17.3.1, 17.6.1, 17.8, 17.9, 17.10, 17.11.2, 17.11.3

Vinylidene chloride* 2G/2PG - Inert F + T C 14.4.1, 14.4.2, 17.2.5,

17.6.1, 17.8, 17.9, 17.10

* This cargo is also covered by the IBC Code.






APPENDIX 1

IGC CODE PRODUCT DATA REPORTING FORM Characteristics of products proposed for transport on the IGC Code ships 1 PRODUCT IDENTITY Product name The product name should be used in the shipping document for any cargo offered for bulk shipments. Any additional name may be included in brackets after the product name. 1.1 Other names and identification numbers Main trade name : Main chemical name : Chemical formula : C.A.S number : EHS number : BMR number : RTECS number :

1.2 Associated synonyms Synonym name

Type

1.3 Composition Component name

% Type

Structure






2 Physical properties Property Units Qual Lower UpperReference/ value value comments Molecular weight Density at 20°C (kg/m3) Flash point (c.c.) (°C) Boiling point (°C) Water solubility at 20°C (mg/l) Vapour pressure at 20°C (Pa) Auto-ignition temperature (°C) Explosion limits (% v/v) MESG (mm) 3 Relevant chemical properties Water reactivity (0 - 2) 0 = No reactivity Details 1 = Reactive 2 = Highly

Does the product react with air to cause a potentially hazardous situation (Y/N) If so, provide details Reference

Is an inhibitor or stabilizer needed to prevent a hazardous reaction? (Y/N) If so, provide details Reference






4 Mammalian toxicity 4.1 Acute toxicity Qual Lower

value Upper

value Species Reference/

comments

Oral LD50 (mg/kg)

Dermal LD50 (mg/kg)

Inhalation LD50 (mg/l/4h)

4.2 Corrosivity and irritation Units Qual. Lower Upper Reference/ Value Value Comments Skin corrosion time (hours) Resultant

observation Species Reference/

Comments Skin irritation (4-hour exposure)

Eye irritation Not irritating, slightly irritating, mildly irritating, moderately irritating, severely irritating or corrosive 4.3 Sensitization Reference/Comments

Respiratory sensitizer (in humans) (Y/N)

Skin sensitization (Y/N)

4.4 Other specific long-term effects Reference/Comments Carcinogen (Y/N)

Mutagen (Y/N) Toxic to reproduction (Y/N) Other long term (Y/N) 4.5 Other relevant mammalian toxicity






5 Proposed carriage requirements

Column in the IGC Code Property Value

c Ship type d Type C independent tank required e Control of vapour space within cargo tank f Vapour detection g Gauging i Special requirements






APPENDIX 2

MODEL FORM OF INTERNATIONAL CERTIFICATE OF FITNESS FOR THE CARRIAGE OF LIQUEFIED GASES IN BULK

INTERNATIONAL CERTIFICATE OF FITNESS FOR THE CARRIAGE OF LIQUEFIED GASES IN BULK

(Official seal)

Issued under the provisions of the

INTERNATIONAL CODE FOR THE CONSTRUCTION AND EQUIPMENT OF SHIPS CARRYING LIQUEFIED GASES IN BULK

under the authority of the Government of

…………………………………………………………………………………………………………… (full official designation of country)

by……………………………………………………………………………………… (full designation of the competent person or

organization recognized by the Administration)

Particulars of ship1

Name of ship .................................................................................

Distinctive number or letters .................................................................................

IMO number2 .................................................................................

Port of registry .................................................................................

Cargo capacity (m3) .................................................................................

Ship type3 (Code paragraph 2.1.2) .................................................................................

Date on which keel was laid or on which the ship was at a similar stage of construction or, in the case of a converted ship, date on which conversion to a gas carrier was commenced …………………........................................................

The ship also complies fully with the following amendments to the Code:

……………….…………………………………………………………………………………………

……………….…………………………………………………………………………………………

The ship is exempted from compliance with the following provisions of the Code: ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………

……………..…………………………………………………………………………………………..






THIS IS TO CERTIFY: 1 That the ship has been surveyed in accordance with the provisions of section 1.4 of

the Code. 2 That the survey showed that the construction and equipment of the ship and the

condition thereof are in all respects satisfactory and that the ship complies with the relevant provisions of the Code.

3 That the following design criteria have been used:

.1 ambient air temperature …………………………………………………°C4

.2 ambient water temperature………………………………………………°C4

.3

Tank type and

number

Stress factors5

Materials5 MARVS6 A B C D

Cargo piping

Note: Tank numbers referred to in this list are identified on attachment 2, signed

and dated tank plan.

.4 Mechanical properties of the cargo tank materials were determined at .…°C7. 4 That the ship is suitable for the carriage in bulk of the following products provided

that all the relevant operational provisions of the Code are observed8.

Products Conditions of carriage (tank numbers, etc.)

Minimum temperature

Continued on attachment 1, additional signed and dated sheets. Tank numbers referred to in this list are identified on attachment 2, signed and dated tank plan.

5 That, in accordance with 1.4/2.6.2*, the provisions of the Code are modified in respect of the ship in the following manner:

…………………………………………………………………………………………………. 6 That the ship shall be loaded:

.1* only in accordance with loading conditions verified compliant with intact and

damage stability requirements using the approved stability instrument fitted in accordance with paragraph 2.2.6 of the Code;






.2* where a dispensation permitted by paragraph 2.2.7 of the Code applies and the approved stability instrument required by paragraph 2.2.6 of the Code is not fitted, loading shall be made in accordance with one or more of the following approved methods:

.i * in accordance with the loading conditions provided in the approved

loading manual, stamped and dated ........................ and signed by a responsible officer of the Administration, or of an organization recognized by the Administration; or

.ii * in accordance with loading conditions verified remotely using an

approved means…………………; or .iii * in accordance with a loading condition which lies within an

approved range of conditions defined in the approved loading manual referred to in i above; or

.iv * in accordance with a loading condition verified using approved

critical KG/GM data defined in the approved loading manual referred to in i above;


Where it is required to load the ship other than in accordance with the above instruction, then the necessary calculations to justify the proposed loading conditions shall be communicated to the certifying Administration who may authorize in writing the adoption of the proposed loading condition.**

This Certificate is valid until ………………………...……………….……………………………. subject to surveys in accordance with 1.4 of the Code. Completion date of the survey on which this certificate is based: ............................................ (dd/mm/yyyy)

Issued at ….………………………………………………… (Place of issue of certificate)

………….…… (Date of issue)

……………………………………… (Signature of authorized official

issuing the certificate)

(Seal or stamp of the authority, as appropriate)

_________________ * Delete as appropriate. ** Instead of being incorporated in the Certificate, this text may be appended to the Certificate, if

duly signed and stamped.






Notes on completion of certificate: 1. Alternatively, the particulars of the ship may be placed horizontally in boxes. 2. In accordance with IMO ship identification number scheme, adopted by the

Organization by resolution A.600(15). 3. Any entry shall be related to all relevant recommendations, e.g. an entry "type 2G"

shall mean type 2G in all respects prescribed by the Code. 4. The ambient temperature required for the purposes of 4.19.1.1 is to be inserted. 5. The stress factors and materials acceptable under 4.22.3.1 and 4.23.3.1 of the Code

are to be inserted. 6. All relief valve settings assigned in accordance with 4.13.2 are to be inserted. 7. Temperatures accepted by the Administration or recognized organization acting on

its behalf for the purposes of 4.18.1.3 are to be inserted. 8. Only products listed in chapter 19 of the Code or products that have been evaluated

by the Administration in accordance with paragraph 1.1.6.1, or their compatible mixtures having physical proportions within the limitations of tank design, shall be listed. In respect of the latter "new products", any special requirements provisionally agreed under the tripartite agreement shall be indicated in an addendum to the certificate.






ENDORSEMENT FOR ANNUAL AND INTERMEDIATE SURVEYS THIS IS TO CERTIFY that at a survey required by 1.4.2 of the Code the ship was found to comply with the relevant provisions of the Code. Annual survey: Signed: …………………………………………

(Signature of duly authorized official)

Place: ……………………………….................... Date (dd/mm/yyyy): ……………………………...

(Seal or stamp of the Authority, as appropriate) Annual/Intermediate* survey: Signed: …………………………………………


Place: ……………………………………………… Date (dd/mm/yyyy): ………………………………

(Seal or stamp of the Authority, as appropriate) Annual/Intermediate* survey: Signed: …………………………………………


Place: …………………………………………….. Date (dd/mm/yyyy): ……………………………...

(Seal or stamp of the Authority, as appropriate) Annual survey: Signed: …………………………………………


Place: ……………………………………………… Date (dd/mm/yyyy): ……………………………….

(Seal or stamp of the Authority, as appropriate) _________________ * Delete as appropriate.






ANNUAL/INTERMEDIATE SURVEY IN ACCORDANCE WITH PARAGRAPH 1.4.6.8.3

THIS IS TO CERTIFY that, at an annual/intermediate* survey in accordance with paragraph 1.4.6.8.3 of the Code, the ship was found to comply with the relevant provisions of the Code: Signed: …………………………………


Place: ………………………………….. Date (dd/mm/yyyy): ………………….

(Seal or stamp of the Authority, as appropriate)

ENDORSEMENT TO EXTEND THE CERTIFICATE IF VALID FOR LESS THAN 5 YEARS WHERE PARAGRAPH 1.4.6.3 APPLIES

The ship complies with the relevant provisions of the Code, and this Certificate shall, in accordance with paragraph 1.4.6.3 of the Code, be accepted as valid until .............................. Signed: …………………………………


Place: ………………………………...... Date (dd/mm/yyyy): ………………......


ENDORSEMENT WHERE THE RENEWAL SURVEY HAS BEEN COMPLETED AND PARAGRAPH 1.4.6.4 APPLIES

The ship complies with the relevant provisions of the Code, and this Certificate shall, in accordance with paragraph 1.4.6.4 of the Code, be accepted as valid until ............................ .. Annual survey: Signed: …………………………………


Place: ………………………………… Date (dd/mm/yyyy): …………………







ENDORSEMENT TO EXTEND THE VALIDITY OF THE CERTIFICATE UNTIL REACHING THE PORT OF SURVEY OR FOR A PERIOD OF GRACE WHERE PARAGRAPH 1.4.6.5 OR 1.4.6.6 APPLIES

This Certificate shall, in accordance with paragraph 1.4.6.5/1.4.6.6* of the Code, be accepted as valid until ………………………. Signed: ………………………………… (Signature of duly authorized official)



ENDORSEMENT FOR ADVANCEMENT OF ANNIVERSARY DATE WHERE PARAGRAPH 1.4.6.8 APPLIES

In accordance with paragraph 1.4.6.8 of the Code, the new anniversary date is ……………. Signed: ………………………………… (Signature of duly authorized official)


(Seal or stamp of the Authority, as appropriate) In accordance with paragraph 1.4.6.8, the new anniversary date is …………………………… Signed: ………………………………… (Signature of duly authorized official)








ATTACHMENT 1 TO THE INTERNATIONAL CERTIFICATE OF FITNESS FOR

THE CARRIAGE OF LIQUEFIED GASES IN BULK

Continued list of products to those specified in paragraph 4 of the certificate, and their conditions of carriage.

Products Conditions of carriage (tank numbers, etc.)

Minimum temperature

Date: ……………………. …………………………………………….. (as for Certificate) (Signature of official issuing the

Certificate and/or seal of issuing authority)






ATTACHMENT 2 TO THE INTERNATIONAL CERTIFICATE OF FITNESS FOR

THE CARRIAGE OF LIQUEFIED GASES IN BULK

TANK PLAN (specimen) Name of ship: Distinctive number or letters:

Date: ……………………… ………………………………………………… (dd/mm/yyyy) (Signature of official issuing the Certificate (as for Certificate) and/or seal of issuing authority)






APPENDIX 3

EXAMPLE OF AN ADDENDUM TO THE INTERNATIONAL CERTIFICATE OF FITNESS FOR THE

CARRIAGE OF LIQUEFIED GASES IN BULK Addendum to Certificate No.:

Issued at: dd/mm/yyyy

Issued in pursuance of the International Code for the Construction and Equipment of Ships Carrying Liquefied Gases in Bulk, as amended, under the authority of the Government of:

………………………………….………..

Name of ship Distinctive number or

letters

IMO number

Port of registry

Cargo capacity (m3) Ship type

THIS IS TO CERTIFY: That the ship meets the requirements for the carriage in bulk of the following product(s), provided that all relevant operational provisions of the Code are observed:

Product Conditions of carriage (tank numbers, etc.)

Minimum temperature MARVS

The transportation of this product is permitted between the following countries: The issuance of this Addendum is based on document: ……………………………………….. The Tripartite Agreement for this product is valid until: (dd/mm/yyyy)……...…………………. This Addendum will remain in force until: (dd/mm/yyyy)………………………………………… Place and date of issue: (dd/mm/yyyy)……………………………………...…………………….

Signed: ………………..…………………. (signature of authorized official)






APPENDIX 4

NON-METALLIC MATERIALS 1 General 1.1 The guidance given in this appendix is in addition to the requirements of 4.19, where applicable to non-metallic materials. 1.2 The manufacture, testing, inspection and documentation of non-metallic materials should in general comply with recognized standards, and with the specific requirements of this Code, as applicable. 1.3 When selecting a non-metallic material, the designer should ensure that it has properties appropriate to the analysis and specification of the system requirements. A material can be selected to fulfil one or more requirements. 1.4 A wide range of non-metallic materials may be considered. Therefore, the section below on material selection criteria cannot cover every eventuality and should be considered as guidance. 2 Material selection criteria 2.1 Non-metallic materials may be selected for use in various parts of liquefied gas carrier cargo systems based on consideration of the following basic properties:

.1 insulation – the ability to limit heat flow;

.2 load bearing – the ability to contribute to the strength of the containment system;

.3 tightness – the ability to provide liquid and vapour tight barriers;

.4 joining – the ability to be joined (for example by bonding, welding or fastening). 2.2 Additional considerations may apply depending on the specific system design. 3 Properties of materials 3.1 Flexibility of insulating material is the ability of an insulating material to be bent or shaped easily without damage or breakage. 3.2 Loose fill material is a homogeneous solid generally in the form of fine particles, such as a powder or beads, normally used to fill the voids in an inaccessible space to provide an effective insulation. 3.3 Nanomaterial is a material with properties derived from its specific microscopic structure. 3.4 Cellular material is a material type containing cells that are either open, closed or both and which are dispersed throughout its mass. 3.5 Adhesive material is a product that joins or bonds two adjacent surfaces together by an adhesive process. 3.6 Other materials are materials that are not characterized in this section of the Code and should be identified and listed. The relevant tests used to evaluate the suitability of material for use in the cargo system should be identified and documented.






4 Material selection and testing requirements 4.1 Material specification 4.1.1 When the initial selection of a material has been made, tests should be conducted to validate the suitability of this material for the use intended. 4.1.2 The material used should clearly be identified and the relevant tests should be fully documented. 4.1.3 Materials should be selected according to their intended use. They should:

.1 be compatible with all the products that may be carried; .2 not be contaminated by any cargo nor react with it; .3 not have any characteristics or properties affected by the cargo; and .4 be capable to withstand thermal shocks within the operating temperature

range. 4.2 Material testing The tests required for a particular material depend on the design analysis, specification and intended duty. The list of tests below is for illustration. Any additional tests required, for example in respect of sliding, damping and galvanic insulation, should be identified clearly and documented. Materials selected according to 4.1 of this appendix should be tested further according to the following table:

Function Insulation Load bearing structural Tightness Joining

Mechanical tests X X Tightness tests X Thermal tests X

Thermal shock testing should submit the material and/or assembly to the most extreme thermal gradient it will experience when in service. 4.2.1 Inherent properties of materials 4.2.1.1 Tests should be carried out to ensure that the inherent properties of the material selected will not have any negative impact in respect of the use intended. 4.2.1.2 For all selected materials, the following properties should be evaluated:

.1 density; example standard ISO 845; and .2 linear coefficient of thermal expansion (LCTE); example standard

ISO 11359 across the widest specified operating temperature range. However, for loose fill material the volumetric coefficient of thermal expansion (VCTE) should be evaluated, as this is more relevant.

4.2.1.3 Irrespective of its inherent properties and intended duty, all materials selected should be tested for the design service temperature range down to 5°C below the minimum design temperature, but not lower than -196°C.






4.2.1.4 Each property evaluation test should be performed in accordance with recognized standards. Where there are no such standards, the test procedure proposed should be fully detailed and submitted to the Administration for acceptance. Sampling should be sufficient to ensure a true representation of the properties of the material selected. 4.2.2 Mechanical tests 4.2.2.1 The mechanical tests should be performed in accordance with the following table.

ISO 527ISO 1421 ISO 3346ISO 1926

ISO 4587ISO 3347ISO 1922ISO 6237

ISO 604ISO 844

ISO 3132

ISO 3133ISO 14679

ISO 7850

Loadbearing

structural

Creep

Tensile

Shearing

Compressive

Bending

Mechanical tests

4.2.2.2 If the chosen function for a material relies on particular properties such as tensile, compressive and shear strength, yield stress, modulus or elongation, these properties should be tested to a recognized standard. If the properties required are assessed by numerical simulation according to a high order behaviour law, the testing should be performed to the satisfaction of the Administration. 4.2.2.3 Creep may be caused by sustained loads, for example cargo pressure or structural loads. Creep testing should be conducted based on the loads expected to be encountered during the design life of the containment system. 4.2.3 Tightness tests

4.2.3.1 The tightness requirement for the material should relate to its operational functionality. 4.2.3.2 Tightness tests should be conducted to give a measurement of the material's permeability in the configuration corresponding to the application envisaged (e.g. thickness and stress conditions) using the fluid to be retained (e.g. cargo, water vapour or trace gas).






4.2.3.3 The tightness tests should be based on the tests indicated as examples in the following table.

Tightness tests Tightness

Porosity/Permeability ISO 15106 ISO 2528 ISO 2782

4.2.4 Thermal conductivity tests 4.2.4.1 Thermal conductivity tests should be representative of the lifecycle of the insulation material so its properties over the design life of the cargo system can be assessed. If these properties are likely to deteriorate over time, the material should be aged as best possible in an environment corresponding to its lifecycle, for example operating temperature, light, vapour and installation (e.g. packaging, bags, boxes, etc.). 4.2.4.2 Requirements for the absolute value and acceptable range of thermal conductivity and heat capacity should be chosen taking into account the effect on the operational efficiency of the cargo containment system. Particular attention should also be paid to the sizing of the associated cargo handling system and components such as safety relief valves plus vapour return and handling equipment. 4.2.4.3 Thermal tests should be based on the tests indicated as examples in the following table or their equivalents:

4.2.5 Physical tests

4.2.5.1 In addition to the requirements of 4.19.2.3 and 4.19.3.2, the following table provides guidance and information on some of the additional physical tests that may be considered.

ISO 8301ISO 8302

x

Thermal tests Insulating

Thermal conductivity

Heat capacity






Physical tests Flexible insulating Loose fill Nano-

material Cellular Adhesive

Particle size x

Closed cells content ISO 4590

Absorption/Desorption ISO 12571 x x ISO 2896

Viscosity ISO 2555 ISO 2431

Open time ISO 10364

Thixotropic properties x

Hardness ISO 868

4.2.5.2 Requirements for loose fill material segregation should be chosen considering its potential adverse effect on the material properties (density, thermal conductivity) when subjected to environmental variations such as thermal cycling and vibration. 4.2.5.3 Requirements for a material with closed cell structures should be based on its eventual impact on gas flow and buffering capacity during transient thermal phases. 4.2.5.4 Similarly, adsorption and absorption requirements should take into account the potential adverse effect an uncontrolled buffering of liquid or gas may have on the system. 5 Quality assurance and quality control (QA/QC) 5.1 General 5.1.1 Once a material has been selected, after testing as outlined in section 4 of this appendix, a detailed quality assurance/quality control (QA/QC) programme should be applied to ensure the continued conformity of the material during installation and service. This programme should consider the material starting from the manufacturer's quality manual (QM) and then follow it throughout the construction of the cargo system. 5.1.2 The QA/QC programme should include the procedure for fabrication, storage, handling and preventive actions to guard against exposure of a material to harmful effects. These may include, for example, the effect of sunlight on some insulation materials or the contamination of material surfaces by contact with personal products such as hand creams. The sampling methods and the frequency of testing in the QA/QC programme should be specified to ensure the continued conformity of the material selected throughout its production and installation. 5.1.3 Where powder or granulated insulation is produced, arrangements should be made to prevent compacting of the material due to vibrations.






5.2 QA/QC during component manufacture The QA/QC programme in respect of component manufacture should include, as a minimum but not limited to, the following items. 5.2.1 Component identification 5.2.1.1 For each material, the manufacturer should implement a marking system to clearly identify the production batch. The marking system should not interfere, in any way, with the properties of the product. 5.2.1.2 The marking system should ensure complete traceability of the component and should include:

.1 date of production and potential expiry date; .2 manufacturer's references; .3 reference specification; .4 reference order; and .5 when necessary, any potential environmental parameters to be maintained

during transportation and storage. 5.2.2 Production sampling and audit method 5.2.2.1 Regular sampling is required during production to ensure the quality level and continued conformity of a selected material. 5.2.2.2 The frequency, the method and the tests to be performed should be defined in QA/QC programme; for example, these tests will usually cover, inter alia, raw materials, process parameters and component checks. 5.2.2.3 Process parameters and results of the production QC tests should be in strict accordance with those detailed in the QM for the material selected. 5.2.2.4 The objective of the audit method as described in the QM is to control the repeatability of the process and the efficacy of the QA/QC programme. 5.2.2.5 During auditing, auditors should be provided with free access to all production and QC areas. Audit results should be in accordance with the values and tolerances as stated in the relevant QM. 6 Bonding and joining process requirement and testing 6.1 Bonding procedure qualification 6.1.1 The bonding procedure specification and qualification test should be defined in accordance with recognized standards. 6.1.2 The bonding procedures should be fully documented before work commences to ensure the properties of the bond are acceptable.






6.1.3 The following parameters should be considered when developing a bonding procedure specification:

.1 surface preparation; .2 materials storage and handling prior to installation; .3 covering-time; .4 open-time; .5 mixing ratio, deposited quantity; .6 environmental parameters (temperature, humidity); and .7 curing pressure, temperature and time.

6.1.4 Additional requirements may be included as necessary to ensure acceptable results. 6.1.5 The bonding procedures specification should be validated by an appropriate procedure qualification testing programme. 6.2 Personnel qualifications 6.2.1 Personnel involved in bonding processes should be trained and qualified to recognized standards. 6.2.2 Regular tests should be made to ensure the continued performance of people carrying out bonding operations to ensure a consistent quality of bonding. 7 Production bonding tests and controls 7.1 Destructive testing During production, representative samples should be taken and tested to check that they correspond to the required level of strength as required for the design. 7.2 Non-destructive testing 7.2.1 During production, tests which are not detrimental to bond integrity should be performed using an appropriate technique such as:

.1 visual examination; .2 internal defects detection (for example acoustic, ultrasonic or shear test);

and .3 local tightness testing.

7.2.2 If the bonds have to provide tightness as part of their design function, a global tightness test of the cargo containment system should be completed after the end of the erection in accordance with the designer's and QA/QC programme. 7.2.3 The QA/QC standards should include acceptance standards for the tightness of the bonded components when built and during the lifecycle of the containment system.






APPENDIX 5

STANDARD FOR THE USE OF LIMIT STATE METHODOLOGIES IN THE DESIGN OF CARGO CONTAINMENT SYSTEMS OF NOVEL CONFIGURATION

1 General 1.1 The purpose of this standard is to provide procedures and relevant design parameters of limit state design of cargo containment systems of a novel configuration in accordance with section 4.27 of this Code. 1.2 Limit state design is a systematic approach where each structural element is evaluated with respect to possible failure modes related to the design conditions identified in section 4.3.4 of this Code. A limit state can be defined as a condition beyond which the structure, or part of a structure, no longer satisfies the requirements. 1.3 The limit states are divided into the three following categories:

.1 Ultimate Limit States (ULS), which correspond to the maximum load-carrying capacity or, in some cases, to the maximum applicable strain, deformation or instability in structure resulting from buckling and plastic collapse; under intact (undamaged) conditions;

.2 Fatigue Limit States (FLS), which correspond to degradation due to the

effect of cyclic loading; and .3 Accident Limit States (ALS), which concern the ability of the structure to

resist accident situations. 1.4 Part A through part D of chapter 4 of this Code shall be complied with as applicable depending on the cargo containment system concept. 2 Design format 2.1 The design format in this standard is based on a Load and Resistance Factor Design format. The fundamental principle of the Load and Resistance Factor Design format is to verify that design load effects, dL , do not exceed design resistances, dR , for any of the considered failure modes in any scenario:

d dL R A design load dkF is obtained by multiplying the characteristic load by a load factor relevant for the given load category:

dk f kF F

where:

f is load factor; and

kF is the characteristic load as specified in part B and part C of chapter 4 of

this Code.






A design load effect dL (e.g. stresses, strains, displacements and vibrations) is the most unfavourable combined load effect derived from the design loads, and may be expressed by:

1 2, ,...,d d d dNL q F F F where q denotes the functional relationship between load and load effect determined by structural analyses.

The design resistance dR is determined as follows:

kd

R C

RR

where:

kR is the characteristic resistance. In case of materials covered by

chapter 6 of this Code, it may be, but not limited to, specified minimum yield stress, specified minimum tensile strength, plastic resistance of cross sections, and ultimate buckling strength;

R is the resistance factor, defined as R m s ;

m is the partial resistance factor to take account of the probabilistic distribution of the material properties (material factor);

s is the partial resistance factor to take account of the uncertainties on the capacity of the structure, such as the quality of the construction, method considered for determination of the capacity including accuracy of analysis; and

C is the consequence class factor, which accounts for the potential results of failure with regard to release of cargo and possible human injury.

2.2 Cargo containment design shall take into account potential failure consequences. Consequence classes are defined in table 1, to specify the consequences of failure when the mode of failure is related to the Ultimate Limit State, the Fatigue Limit State, or the Accident Limit State.

Table 1: Consequence classes

Consequence class Definition Low Failure implies minor release of the cargo.

Medium Failure implies release of the cargo and potential for human injury.

High Failure implies significant release of the cargo and high potential for human injury/fatality.

3 Required analyses 3.1 Three dimensional finite element analyses shall be carried out as an integrated model of the tank and the ship hull, including supports and keying system as applicable. All the failure modes shall be identified to avoid unexpected failures. Hydrodynamic analyses shall be carried out to determine the particular ship accelerations and motions in irregular waves, and the response of the ship and its cargo containment systems to these forces and motions.






3.2 Buckling strength analyses of cargo tanks subject to external pressure and other loads causing compressive stresses shall be carried out in accordance with recognized standards. The method shall adequately account for the difference in theoretical and actual buckling stress as a result of plate out of flatness, plate edge misalignment, straightness, ovality and deviation from true circular form over a specified arc or chord length, as relevant. 3.3 Fatigue and crack propagation analysis shall be carried out in accordance with paragraph 5.1 of this standard. 4 Ultimate Limit States 4.1 Structural resistance may be established by testing or by complete analysis taking account of both elastic and plastic material properties. Safety margins for ultimate strength shall be introduced by partial factors of safety taking account of the contribution of stochastic nature of loads and resistance (dynamic loads, pressure loads, gravity loads, material strength, and buckling capacities). 4.2 Appropriate combinations of permanent loads, functional loads and environmental loads including sloshing loads shall be considered in the analysis. At least two load combinations with partial load factors as given in table 2 shall be used for the assessment of the ultimate limit states.

Table 2: Partial load factors

Load combination Permanent loads Functional loads Environmental loads

'a' 'b'

1.1 1.0

1.1 1.0

0.7 1.3

The load factors for permanent and functional loads in load combination 'a' are relevant for the normally well-controlled and/or specified loads applicable to cargo containment systems such as vapour pressure, cargo weight, system self-weight, etc. Higher load factors may be relevant for permanent and functional loads where the inherent variability and/or uncertainties in the prediction models are higher. 4.3 For sloshing loads, depending on the reliability of the estimation method, a larger load factor may be required by the Administration or recognized organization acting on its behalf. 4.4 In cases where structural failure of the cargo containment system are considered to imply high potential for human injury and significant release of cargo, the consequence class factor shall be taken as 2.1C . This value may be reduced if it is justified through risk analysis and subject to the approval by the Administration or recognized organization acting on its behalf. The risk analysis shall take account of factors including, but not limited to, provision of full or partial secondary barrier to protect hull structure from the leakage and less hazards associated with intended cargo. Conversely, higher values may be fixed by the Administration or recognized organization acting on its behalf, for example, for ships carrying more hazardous or higher pressure cargo. The consequence class factor shall in any case not be less than 1.0. 4.5 The load factors and the resistance factors used shall be such that the level of safety is equivalent to that of the cargo containment systems as described in sections 4.21 to 4.26 of this Code. This may be carried out by calibrating the factors against known successful designs.






4.6 The material factor m shall in general reflect the statistical distribution of the mechanical properties of the material, and needs to be interpreted in combination with the specified characteristic mechanical properties. For the materials defined in chapter 6 of this Code, the material factor m may be taken as:

1.1 when the characteristic mechanical properties specified by the recognized organization typically represents the lower 2.5% quantile in the statistical distribution of the mechanical properties; or

1.0 when the characteristic mechanical properties specified by the recognized

organization represents a sufficiently small quantile such that the probability of lower mechanical properties than specified is extremely low and can be neglected.

4.7 The partial resistance factors si shall in general be established based on the uncertainties in the capacity of the structure considering construction tolerances, quality of construction, the accuracy of the analysis method applied, etc. 4.7.1 For design against excessive plastic deformation using the limit state criteria given in paragraph 4.8 of this standard, the partial resistance factors si shall be taken as follows:

1

1 0.76

B

s

2

2 0.76

D

s

0.1;1

A

B

R

RMin

e

m

0.1;2C

D

R

RMin

e

m

Factors A, B, C and D are defined in section 4.22.3.1 of this Code. mR and eR are defined in section 4.18.1.3 of this Code. The partial resistance factors given above are the results of calibration to conventional type B independent tanks. 4.8 Design against excessive plastic deformation 4.8.1 Stress acceptance criteria given below refer to elastic stress analyses. 4.8.2 Parts of cargo containment systems where loads are primarily carried by membrane response in the structure shall satisfy the following limit state criteria:

fm

fL 5.1

Fb 5.1

FbL 5.1

Fbm 5.1






Fgbm 0.3

FgbL 0.3 where:

m = equivalent primary general membrane stress

L = equivalent primary local membrane stress

b = equivalent primary bending stress

g = equivalent secondary stress

1

e

s m C

Rf

2

e

s m C

RF

With regard to the stresses m , L , b and g , see also the definition of stress categories in section 4.28.3 of this Code.

Guidance Note: The stress summation described above shall be carried out by summing up each stress component ( xyyx ,, ), and subsequently the equivalent stress shall be calculated based on the resulting stress components as shown in the example below.

2 22

3L b Lx bx Lx bx Ly by Ly by Lxy bxy

4.8.3 Parts of cargo containment systems where loads are primarily carried by bending of girders, stiffeners and plates, shall satisfy the following limit state criteria:

Fbpms 25.1 (See notes 1, 2)

Fbsbpms 25.1 (See note 2)

Fgbtbsbpms 0.3 Note 1: The sum of equivalent section membrane stress and equivalent membrane stress in primary structure ( bpms ) will normally be directly available from three-dimensional finite element analyses. Note 2: The coefficient, 1.25, may be modified by the Administration or recognized organization acting on its behalf considering the design concept, configuration of the structure, and the methodology used for calculation of stresses. where:

ms = equivalent section membrane stress in primary structure






bp = equivalent membrane stress in primary structure and stress in secondary and tertiary structure caused by bending of primary structure

bs = section bending stress in secondary structure and stress in tertiary structure caused by bending of secondary structure

bt = section bending stress in tertiary structure

g = equivalent secondary stress

1

e

s m C

Rf

2

e

s m C

RF

The stresses ms , bp , bs , and bt are defined in 4.8.4. For a definition of g , see section 4.28.3 of this Code.

Guidance Note: The stress summation described above shall be carried out by summing up each stress component ( xyyx ,, ), and subsequently the equivalent stress shall be calculated based on the resulting stress components.

Skin plates shall be designed in accordance with the requirements of the Administration or recognized organization acting on its behalf. When membrane stress is significant, the effect of the membrane stress on the plate bending capacity shall be appropriately considered in addition. 4.8.4 Section stress categories Normal stress is the component of stress normal to the plane of reference. Equivalent section membrane stress is the component of the normal stress that is uniformly distributed and equal to the average value of the stress across the cross section of the structure under consideration. If this is a simple shell section, the section membrane stress is identical to the membrane stress defined in paragraph 4.8.2 of this standard. Section bending stress is the component of the normal stress that is linearly distributed over a structural section exposed to bending action, as illustrated in figure 1.






bp

bs

bt

p

bp : equivalent membrane stress in primary structurebs : section bending stress in secondary structurebt : section bending stress in tertiary structure

Figure 1: Definition of the three categories of section stress (Stresses bp and bs are normal to the cross section shown.)

4.9 The same factors C , m , si shall be used for design against buckling unless otherwise stated in the applied recognized buckling standard. In any case the overall level of safety shall not be less than given by these factors. 5 Fatigue Limit States 5.1 Fatigue design condition as described in section 4.18.2 of this Code shall be complied with as applicable depending on the cargo containment system concept. Fatigue analysis is required for the cargo containment system designed under section 4.27 of this Code and this standard. 5.2 The load factors for FLS shall be taken as 1.0 for all load categories.

5.3 Consequence class factor C and resistance factor R shall be taken as 1.0. 5.4 Fatigue damage shall be calculated as described in sections 4.18.2.2 to 4.18.2.5 of this Code. The calculated cumulative fatigue damage ratio for the cargo containment systems shall be less than or equal to the values given in table 3.

Table 3: Maximum allowable cumulative fatigue damage ratio

Consequence class

WC Low Medium High 1.0 0.5 0.5*

Note*: Lower value shall be used in accordance with sections 4.18.2.7 to 4.18.2.9

of this Code, depending on the detectability of defect or crack, etc. 5.5 Lower values may be fixed by the Administration or recognized organization acting on its behalf, for example for tank structures where effective detection of defect or crack cannot be assured, and for ships carrying more hazardous cargo. 5.6 Crack propagation analyses are required in accordance with sections 4.18.2.6 to 4.18.2.9 of this Code. The analysis shall be carried out in accordance with methods laid down in a standard recognized by the Administration or recognized organization acting on its behalf.






6 Accident Limit States 6.1 Accident design condition as described in section 4.18.3 of this Code shall be complied with as applicable, depending on the cargo containment system concept. 6.2 Load and resistance factors may be relaxed compared to the ultimate limit state considering that damages and deformations can be accepted as long as this does not escalate the accident scenario. 6.3 The load factors for ALS shall be taken as 1.0 for permanent loads, functional loads and environmental loads. 6.4 Loads mentioned in section 4.13.9 (Static heel loads) and section 4.15 (Collision and Loads due to flooding on ship) of this Code need not be combined with each other or with environmental loads, as defined in section 4.14 of this Code. 6.5 Resistance factor R shall in general be taken as 1.0. 6.6 Consequence class factors C shall in general be taken as defined in paragraph 4.4 of this standard, but may be relaxed considering the nature of the accident scenario. 6.7 The characteristic resistance kR shall in general be taken as for the ultimate limit state, but may be relaxed considering the nature of the accident scenario. 6.8 Additional relevant accident scenarios shall be determined based on a risk analysis. 7 Testing 7.1 Cargo containment systems designed according to this standard shall be tested to the same extent as described in section 4.20.3 of this Code, as applicable depending on the cargo containment system concept."

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AMENDMENTS TO THE INTERNATIONAL CODE ON THE ENHANCED PROGRAMME OF INSPECTIONS DURING SURVEYS OF BULK CARRIERS AND OIL TANKERS, 2011 (2011 ESP CODE)



ANNEX 7


AMENDMENTS TO THE INTERNATIONAL CODE ON THE

ENHANCED PROGRAMME OF INSPECTIONS DURING SURVEYS OF BULK CARRIERS AND OIL TANKERS, 2011 (2011 ESP CODE)

THE MARITIME SAFETY COMMITTEE, RECALLING Article 28(b) of the Convention on the International Maritime Organization concerning the functions of the Committee, NOTING resolution A.1049(27), by which the Assembly adopted the International Code on the Enhanced Programme of Inspections During Surveys of Bulk Carriers and Oil Tankers (hereinafter referred to as "the 2011 ESP Code"), which became effective upon entry into force of the associated amendments to regulation XI-1/2 of the International Convention for the Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS), 1974 (hereinafter referred to as "the Convention"), adopted by resolution MSC.325(90), HAVING CONSIDERED, at its ninety-third session, amendments to the 2011 ESP Code proposed and circulated in accordance with article VIII(b)(i) of the Convention, 1 ADOPTS, in accordance with article VIII(b)(iv) of the Convention, amendments to the 2011 ESP Code, the text of which is set out in the annex to the present resolution; 2 DETERMINES, in accordance with article VIII(b)(vi)(2)(bb) of the Convention, that the amendments shall be deemed to have been accepted on 1 July 2015 unless, prior to that date, more than one third of the Contracting Governments to the Convention or Contracting Governments the combined merchant fleets of which constitute not less than 50% of the gross tonnage of the world's merchant fleet, have notified their objections to the amendments; 3 INVITES Contracting Governments to note that, in accordance with article VIII(b)(vii)(2) of the Convention, the amendments shall enter into force on 1 January 2016 upon their acceptance in accordance with paragraph 2 above; 4 REQUESTS the Secretary-General, in conformity with article VIII(b)(v) of the Convention, to transmit certified copies of the present resolution and the text of the amendments contained in the annex to all Contracting Governments to the Convention; 5 ALSO REQUESTS the Secretary-General to transmit copies of this resolution and its annex to Members of the Organization, which are not Contracting Governments to the Convention.





ANNEX


ANNEX A CODE ON THE ENHANCED PROGRAMME OF INSPECTIONS

DURING SURVEYS OF BULK CARRIERS

Part A CODE ON THE ENHANCED PROGRAMME OF INSPECTIONS

DURING SURVEYS OF BULK CARRIERS HAVING SINGLE-SIDE SKIN CONSTRUCTION

1 – General 1 At the end of paragraph 1.2.6, the following sentence is added: "For transversely framed bulk carriers, a transverse section includes adjacent

frames and their end connections in way of transverse sections." 2 In paragraph 1.2.7, the words "structural areas" are inserted between the words "identifiable critical" and "and/or suspect areas". 3 At the end of paragraph 1.2.9, the words "a gauged (or measured) thickness between tnet + 0.5 mm and tnet" are replaced by the words "a measured thickness between tren + 0.5mm and tren. Renewal thickness (tren) is the minimum allowable thickness, in mm, below which renewal of structural members is to be carried out." 4 In paragraph 1.2.11 the figure "10" is inserted between the words "hard scale at" and "per cent". 5 At the beginning of paragraph 1.2.17, the words "Special consideration or" are inserted before the words "specially considered". 6 The following new paragraph 1.2.18 is added after existing paragraph 1.2.17: "1.2.18 Pitting corrosion is defined as scattered corrosion spots/areas with local

material reductions which are greater than the general corrosion in the surrounding area. Pitting intensity is defined in figure 2 of annex 15."

7 The following new paragraph 1.3.3 is added after existing paragraph 1.3.2: "1.3.3 Where the damage found on the structure mentioned in paragraph 1.3.1

above is isolated and of a localized nature which does not affect the ship's structural integrity (as for example a minor hole in a cross-deck strip), consideration may be given by the surveyor to allow an appropriate temporary repair to restore watertight or weather tight integrity after evaluation of the surrounding structure and impose an associated condition of classification or recommendation with a specific time limit in order to complete the permanent repair and retain classification."





2 – Renewal survey 8 At the end of paragraph 2.1.1, the following sentence is added: "When the renewal survey is commenced prior to the fourth annual survey, the

entire survey is to be completed within 15 months if such work is to be credited to the renewal survey."

9 The following new paragraph 2.3.3 is added after existing paragraph 2.3.2:

"2.3.3 For bulk carriers built under IACS Common Structural Rules (CSR), the identified substantial corrosion areas may be: .1 protected by coating applied in accordance with the coating

manufacturer's requirements and examined at annual intervals to confirm the coating in way is still in good condition; or alternatively

.2 required to be measured at annual intervals."

3 – Annual survey

10 At the end of paragraphs 3.4.1.3, 3.4.2.3 and 3.5, the following sentence is added:

"For bulk carriers built under the IACS Common Structural Rules, the annual thickness gauging may be omitted where a protective coating has been applied in accordance with the coating manufacturer's requirements and is maintained in good condition;"

4 – Intermediate survey

11 In the second sentence of paragraph 4.2.1.3, the words "hard protective" are inserted between the words "breakdown of" and "coating". 12 At the end of paragraph 4.2.3.3, the following new sentence and explanatory note are added:

"For bulk carriers built under IACS Common Structural Rules, the identified substantial corrosion areas may be: .1 protected by coating applied in accordance with the coating



Explanatory note:

For existing bulk carriers, where owners may elect to coat or recoat cargo holds as noted above, consideration may be given to the extent of the close-up surveys and thickness measurement. Prior to the coating of cargo holds of existing ships, scantlings should be ascertained in the presence of a surveyor."





13 The following new paragraph 4.2.3.4 is added after existing paragraph 4.2.3.3:

"4.2.3.4 Where hard protective coating is fitted in cargo holds and is found in GOOD condition, the extent of the close-up surveys and thickness measurements may be specially considered."

6 – Documentation on board

14 At the end of paragraph 6.3.2, the following text is added:

"(for CSR bulk carriers, these plans are to include for each structural element both the as-built and renewal thickness. Any thickness for voluntary addition is also to be clearly indicated on the plans. The midship section plan to be supplied on board the ship is to include the minimum allowable hull girder sectional properties for hold transverse section in all cargo holds)."

Part B CODE ON THE ENHANCED PROGRAMME OF INSPECTIONS DURING SURVEYS

OF BULK CARRIERS HAVING DOUBLE-SIDE SKIN CONSTRUCTION

1 – General 15 At the end of paragraph 1.2.6, the following sentence is added:

"For transversely framed bulk carriers, a transverse section includes adjacent frames and their end connections in way of transverse sections."

16 At the end of paragraph 1.2.9, the words "a gauged (or measured) thickness between tnet + 0.5 mm and tnet" are replaced by the words "a measured thickness between tren + 0.5mm and tren. Renewal thickness (tren) is the minimum allowable thickness, in mm, below which renewal of structural members is to be carried out". 17 At the beginning of paragraph 1.2.17, the words "Special consideration or" are inserted before the words "specially considered". 18 The following new paragraph 1.3.3 is added after the existing paragraph 1.3.2:

"1.3.3 Where the damage found on the structure mentioned in paragraph 1.3.1 above is isolated and of a localized nature which does not affect the ship's structural integrity (as for example a minor hole in a cross-deck strip), consideration may be given by the surveyor to allow an appropriate temporary repair to restore watertight or weather tight integrity after evaluation of the surrounding structure and impose an associated condition of classification or recommendation with a specific time limit in order to complete the permanent repair and retain classification."

2 – Renewal survey

19 At the end of paragraph 2.1.1, the following sentence is added:

"When the renewal survey is commenced prior to the fourth annual survey, the entire survey is to be completed within 15 months if such work is to be credited to the renewal survey."





20 The following new paragraph 2.3.3 is added after the existing paragraph 2.3.2:

"2.3.3 For bulk carriers built under IACS Common Structural Rules (CSR), the identified substantial corrosion areas may be: .1 protected by coating applied in accordance with the coating



3 – Annual survey

21 At the end of paragraphs 3.4.1.2, 3.4.2.2 and 3.5, the following sentence is added:

"For bulk carriers built under the IACS Common Structural Rules, the annual thickness gauging may be omitted where a protective coating has been applied in accordance with the coating manufacturer's requirements and is maintained in good condition;"


22 At the end of paragraph 4.2.3.3, the following new sentence and explanatory note are added:

"For bulk carriers built under IACS Common Structural Rules, the identified substantial corrosion areas may be: .1 protected by coating applied in accordance with the coating



Explanatory note:

For existing bulk carriers, where owners may elect to coat or recoat cargo holds as noted above, consideration may be given to the extent of the close-up surveys and thickness measurement. Prior to the coating of cargo holds of existing ships, scantlings should be ascertained in the presence of a surveyor."


23 At the end of paragraph 6.3.1.2, the following text is added:

"(for CSR bulk carriers, these plans are to include for each structural element both the as-built and renewal thickness. Any thickness for voluntary addition is also to be clearly indicated on the plans. The midship section plan to be supplied on board the ship is to include the minimum allowable hull girder sectional properties for hold transverse section in all cargo holds)."





ANNEX B

CODE ON THE ENHANCED PROGRAMME OF INSPECTIONS DURING SURVEYS OF OIL TANKERS

Part A CODE ON THE ENHANCED PROGRAMME OF INSPECTIONS

DURING SURVEYS OF DOUBLE-HULL OIL TANKERS

1 – General 24 At the end of paragraph 1.2.6, the following sentence is added: "For transversely framed oil tankers, a transverse section includes adjacent frames

and their end connections in way of transverse sections." 25 In paragraph 1.2.7, the words "structural areas" are inserted between the words "identifiable critical" and "and/or suspect areas". 26 At the end of paragraph 1.2.9, the words "a gauged (or measured) thickness between tnet + 0.5 mm and tnet" are replaced by the words "a measured thickness between tren + 0.5mm and tren. Renewal thickness (tren) is the minimum allowable thickness, in mm, below which renewal of structural members is to be carried out". 27 In the first sentence of paragraph 1.2.10, the word "protective" is inserted between the words "full hard" and "coating". 28 At the beginning of paragraph 1.2.16, the words "Special consideration or" are inserted before the words "specially considered". 29 At the end of paragraph 1.3.1.5, the words "(combination carriers)" are added. 30 The following new paragraph 1.3.3 is added after existing paragraph 1.3.2:

"1.3.3 Where the damage found on the structure mentioned in paragraph 1.3.1 above is isolated and of a localized nature which does not affect the ship's structural integrity (as for example a minor hole in a cross-deck strip), consideration may be given by the surveyor to allow an appropriate temporary repair to restore watertight or weathertight integrity after evaluation of the surrounding structure and impose an associated condition of classification or recommendation with a specific time limit in order to complete the permanent repair and retain classification."









"2.1.6 Concurrent crediting to both intermediate survey and renewal survey for surveys and thickness measurements of spaces should not be acceptable."

33 At the end of paragraph 2.5.2, the words "should have thickness measurements taken." are replaced by the words "are to be examined. Areas of substantial corrosion identified at previous surveys are to have thickness measurements taken".

3 – Annual survey 34 At the end of paragraph 3.5.2, the following sentence is added:

"For oil tankers built under IACS Common Structural Rules, the identified substantial corrosion areas are required to be examined and additional thickness measurements are to be carried out."


35 The following new paragraph 4.1.4 is added after existing paragraph 4.1.3 and the existing paragraph 4.1.4 is renumbered as 4.1.5:

"4.1.4 For oil tankers built under IACS Common Structural Rules, the identified substantial corrosion areas are required to be examined and additional thickness measurements are to be carried out."


36 At the end of paragraph 6.3.2, the following text is added:

"(for CSR ships these plans are to include for each structural element both the as-built and renewal thickness. Any thickness for voluntary addition is also to be clearly indicated on the plans. The midship section plan to be supplied on board the ship is to include the minimum allowable hull girder sectional properties for the tank transverse section in all cargo tanks)."

Part B CODE ON THE ENHANCED PROGRAMME OF INSPECTIONS DURING

SURVEYS OF OIL TANKERS OTHER THAN DOUBLE-HULL OIL TANKERS

1 – General 37 At the end of paragraph 1.2.5, the following sentence is added: "For transversely framed oil tankers, a transverse section includes adjacent frames

and their end connections in way of transverse sections." 38 In paragraph 1.2.6, the words "structural areas" are inserted between the words "identifiable critical" and "and/or suspect areas".





39 At the beginning of paragraph 1.2.15, the words "Special consideration or" are added before the words "specially considered". 40 The following new paragraph 1.3.3 is added after the existing paragraph 1.3.2:

"1.3.3 Where the damage found on structure mentioned in paragraph 1.3.1 above is isolated and of a localized nature which does not affect the ship's structural integrity (as for example a minor hole in a cross-deck strip), consideration may be given by the surveyor to allow an appropriate temporary repair to restore watertight or weather tight integrity after evaluation of the surrounding structure and impose an associated condition of classification or recommendation with a specific time limit in order to complete the permanent repair and retain classification."





"2.1.7 Concurrent crediting to both intermediate survey and renewal survey for surveys and thickness measurements of spaces should not be acceptable."

43 At the end of paragraph 2.5.2, the words "should have thickness measurements taken" are replaced by the words "are to be examined. Areas of substantial corrosion identified at previous surveys are to have thickness measurements taken."

6 – Documentation on board 44 At the end of paragraph 6.3.1, the following text is added:

"(for CSR ships these plans are to include for each structural element both the as-built and renewal thickness. Any thickness for voluntary addition is also to be clearly indicated on the plans. The midship section plan to be supplied on board the ship is to include the minimum allowable hull girder sectional properties for hold transverse section in all cargo tanks)."

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AMENDMENTS TO THE INTERNATIONAL MARITIME DANGEROUS GOODS (IMDG) CODE



ANNEX 8


AMENDMENTS TO THE INTERNATIONAL MARITIME

DANGEROUS GOODS (IMDG) CODE

THE MARITIME SAFETY COMMITTEE, RECALLING Article 28(b) of the Convention on the International Maritime Organization concerning the functions of the Committee, NOTING resolution MSC.122(75) by which it adopted the International Maritime Dangerous Goods Code (hereinafter referred to as "the IMDG Code"), which has become mandatory under chapter VII of the International Convention for the Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS), 1974, as amended (hereinafter referred to as "the Convention"), NOTING ALSO article VIII(b) and regulation VII/1.1 of the Convention concerning amendment procedure for amending the IMDG Code, HAVING CONSIDERED, at its ninety-third session, amendments to the IMDG Code, proposed and circulated in accordance with article VIII(b)(i) of the Convention, 1 ADOPTS, in accordance with article VIII(b)(iv) of the Convention, amendments to the IMDG Code, the text of which is set out in the annex to the present resolution; 2 DETERMINES, in accordance with article VIII(b)(vi)(2)(bb) of the Convention, that the said amendments shall be deemed to have been accepted on 1 July 2015, unless prior to that date, more than one third of the Contracting Governments to the Convention or Contracting Governments the combined merchant fleets of which constitute not less than 50% of the gross tonnage of the world's merchant fleet, have notified their objections to the amendments; 3 INVITES Contracting Governments to the Convention to note that, in accordance with article VIII(b)(vii)(2) of the Convention, the amendments shall enter into force on 1 January 2016 upon their acceptance in accordance with paragraph 2 above; 4 AGREES that Contracting Governments to the Convention may apply the aforementioned amendments in whole or in part on a voluntary basis as from 1 January 2015; 5 REQUESTS the Secretary-General, in conformity with article VIII(b)(v) of the Convention, to transmit certified copies of the present resolution and the text of the amendments contained in the annex to all Contracting Governments to the Convention; 6 ALSO REQUESTS the Secretary-General to transmit copies of this resolution and its annex to Members of the Organization, which are not Contracting Governments to the Convention.





ANNEX


Table of Contents Insert a new section as "7.1.5 Stowage Codes". Insert a new section as "7.1.6 Handling Codes". Insert a new section as "7.2.8 Segregation Codes".

PART 1 GENERAL PROVISIONS, DEFINITIONS AND TRAINING

Chapter 1.1– General provisions 1.1.1 Application and implementation of the Code 1.1.1.9 Insert a new paragraph 1.1.1.9 to read as follows:

"1.1.1.9 Lamps containing dangerous goods

The following lamps are not subject to this Code provided that they do not contain radioactive material and do not contain mercury in quantities above those specified in special provision 366 of chapter 3.3:

.1 Lamps that are collected directly from individuals and households

when transported to a collection or recycling facility; .2 Lamps each containing not more than 1 g of dangerous goods and

packaged so that there is not more than 30 g of dangerous goods per package, provided that:

(i) the lamps are manufactured according to a certified

quality management system;

Note: The application of ISO 9001:2008 may be considered acceptable for this purpose. and (ii) each lamp is either individually packed in inner

packagings, separated by dividers, or surrounded with cushioning material to protect the lamps and packed into strong outer packagings meeting the general provisions of 4.1.1.1 and capable of passing a 1.2 m drop test.





.3 Used, damaged or defective lamps each containing not more than 1 g of dangerous goods with not more than 30 g of dangerous goods per package when transported from a collection or recycling facility. The lamps shall be packed in strong outer packagings sufficient for preventing release of the contents under normal conditions of transport meeting the general provisions of 4.1.1.1 and that are capable of passing a drop test of not less than 1.2 m.

Note: lamps containing gases of class 2.2. are addressed in 2.2.2.6.4 and lamps containing radioactive material are addressed in 2.7.2.2.2.2.

.4 Lamps containing only gases of class 2.2 (according to 2.2.2.2) provided they are packaged so that the projectile effects of any rupture of the bulb will be contained within the package."

1.1.2 Conventions 1.1.2.3 International Convention for Safe Containers, 1972, as amended 1.1.2.3 Insert a new 1.1.2.3 with the following:

"1.1.2.3 International Convention for Safe Containers, 1972, as amended 1.1.2.3.1 Regulations 1 and 2 of Annex I to the International Convention for Safe

Containers (CSC), 1972, as amended, deal with safety approval plates and maintenance and examination of containers, and are reproduced in full.

Annex I

Regulations for the testing, inspection, approval and maintenance of containers

Chapter I

Regulations common to all systems of approval

Regulation 1 Safety Approval Plate

1 (a) A Safety Approval Plate conforming to the specifications

set out in the appendix to this annex shall be permanently affixed to every approved container at a readily visible place, adjacent to any other approval plate issued for official purposes, where it would not be easily damaged.

(b) On each container, all maximum operating gross mass

markings shall be consistent with the maximum operating gross mass information on the Safety Approval Plate.

(c) The owner of the container shall remove the Safety

Approval Plate on the container if:





(i) the container has been modified in a manner which would void the original approval and the information found on the Safety Approval Plate, or

(ii) the container is removed from service and is not

being maintained in accordance with the Convention, or

(iii) the approval has been withdrawn by the

Administration.

2 (a) The plate shall contain the following information in at least the English or French language:

CSC SAFETY APPROVAL Country of approval and approval reference Date (month and year) of manufacture Manufacturer's identification number of the container or, in the case of existing containers for which that number is unknown, the number allotted by the Administration

Maximum operating gross mass (kg and lb) Allowable stacking load for 1.8g (kg and lb) Transverse racking test force (newtons).

(b) A blank space should be reserved on the plate for

insertion of end-wall and/or side-wall strength values (factors) in accordance with paragraph 3 of this regulation and annex II, tests 6 and 7. A blank space should also be reserved on the plate for the first and subsequent maintenance examination dates (month and year) when used.

3 Where the Administration considers that a new container satisfies

the requirements of the present Convention in respect of safety and if, for such container, the end-wall and/or side-wall strength values (factors) are designed to be greater or less than those stipulated in annex II, such values shall be indicated on the Safety Approval Plate. Where the stacking or racking values are less than 192,000 kg or 150 kN, respectively, the container shall be considered as having limited stacking or racking capacity and shall be conspicuously marked, as required under the relevant standards*, at or before their next scheduled examination or before any other date approved by the Administration, provided this is not later than 1 July 2015.





4 The presence of the Safety Approval Plate does not remove the necessity of displaying such labels or other information as may be required by other regulations which may be in force.

5 A container, the construction of which was completed prior to

1 July 2014, may retain the Safety Approval Plate as permitted by the Convention prior to that date as long as no structural modifications occur to that container.

Regulation 2 Maintenance and examination

1 The owner of the container shall be responsible for maintaining it

in safe condition. 2 (a) The owner of an approved container shall examine the

container or have it examined in accordance with the procedure either prescribed or approved by the Contracting Party concerned, at intervals appropriate to operating conditions.

(b) The date (month and year) before which a new container

shall undergo its first examination shall be marked on the Safety Approval Plate.

(c) The date (month and year) before which the container

shall be re-examined shall be clearly marked on the container on or as close as practicable to the Safety Approval Plate and in a manner acceptable to that Contracting Party which prescribed or approved the particular examination procedure involved.

(d) The interval from the date of manufacture to the date of

the first examination shall not exceed five years. Subsequent examination of new containers and re-examination of existing containers shall be at intervals of not more than 30 months. All examinations shall determine whether the container has any defects which could place any person in danger.

3 (a) As an alternative to paragraph 2, the Contracting Party

concerned may approve a continuous examination programme if satisfied, on evidence submitted by the owner, that such a programme provides a standard of safety not inferior to the one set out in paragraph 2 above.

(b) To indicate that the container is operated under an

approved continuous examination programme, a mark showing the letters ACEP and the identification of the Contracting Party which has granted approval of the programme shall be displayed on the container on or as close as practicable to the Safety Approval Plate.

(c) All examinations performed under such a programme

shall determine whether a container has any defects





which could place any person in danger. They shall be performed in connection with a major repair, refurbishment, or on-hire/off-hire interchange and in no case less than once every 30 months.

4 As a minimum approved programmes should be reviewed once

every 10 years to ensure their continued viability. In order to ensure uniformity by all involved in the inspection of containers and their ongoing operational safety, the Contracting Party concerned shall ensure the following elements are covered in each prescribed periodic or approved continuous examination programme:

(a) methods, scope and criteria to be used during

examinations; (b) frequency of examinations; (c) qualifications of personnel to carry out examinations; (d) system of keeping records and documents that will

capture:

(i) the owner's unique serial number of the container;

(ii) the date on which the examination was carried

out; (iii) identification of the competent person who

carried out the examination; (iv) the name and location of the organization where

the examination was carried out; (v) the results of the examination; and (vi) in the case of a periodic examination scheme

(PES), the next examination date (NED);

(e) a system for recording and updating the identification numbers of all containers covered by the appropriate examination scheme;

(f) methods and systems for maintenance criteria that

addresses the design characteristics of the specific containers;

(g) provisions for maintaining leased containers if different

than those used for owned containers; and (h) conditions and procedures for adding containers into an

already approved programme.





5 The Contracting Party shall carry out periodic audits of approved programmes to ensure compliance with the provisions approved by the Contracting Party. The Contracting Party shall withdraw any approval when the conditions of approval are no longer complied with.

6 For the purpose of this regulation, the Contracting Party concerned

is the Contracting Party of the territory in which the owner is domiciled or has his head office. However, in the event that the owner is domiciled or has his head office in a country the government of which has not yet made arrangements for prescribing or approving an examination scheme and until such time as the arrangements have been made, the owner may use the procedure prescribed or approved by the Administration of a Contracting Party which is prepared to act as the Contracting Party concerned. The owner shall comply with the conditions for the use of such procedures set by the Administration in question.

7 Administrations shall make information on approved continuous

examination programmes publicly available."

Chapter 1.2 – Definitions, units of measurement and abbreviations 1.2.1 Definitions In all the definitions, whenever the term "for the transport of Class 7 material" is used, replace it with "for the transport of radioactive material".

Amend the following definitions as indicated: Design: in the first sentence, insert "fissile material excepted under 2.7.3.5.6 after "the description of".

Exclusive use: replace "and unloading is carried" with "and unloading and shipment are carried" and insert ", where so required by the provisions of this Code;" after "consignee".

Freight container: replace the last two sentences with the following:

"In addition: Small freight container means a freight container that has an internal volume of not more than 3 m3. Large freight container means a freight container that has an internal volume of more than 3 m3.".

GHS: in the reference for GHS, replace Rev.4 with "Rev.5"

Manual of Test and Criteria, add at the end "and Amend.2".

Multiple-element gas container: replace "and bundles" with "or bundles".

Radiation level: amend the end of the definition to read: "millisieverts per hour or microsieverts per hour;".

Add the following new definitions in alphabetical order:

"Large salvage packaging means a special packaging which:





.1 is designed for mechanical handling; and .2 exceeds 400 kg net mass or 450 litres capacity but has a volume

of not more than 3 m³;

into which damaged, defective or leaking dangerous goods packages, or dangerous goods that have spilled or leaked are placed for purposes of transport for recovery or disposal;" "Management system, for the transport of radioactive material, means a set of interrelated or interacting elements (system) for establishing policies and objectives and enabling the objectives to be achieved in an efficient and effective manner;" "Neutron radiation detector is a device that detects neutron radiation. In such a device, a gas may be contained in a hermetically sealed electron tube transducer that converts neutron radiation into a measureable electric signal;" "Radiation detection system is an apparatus that contains radiation detectors as components;".

Chapter 1.5 – General provisions concerning class 7 Replace the title with "GENERAL PROVISIONS CONCERNING RADIOACTIVE MATERIAL". 1.5.1 Scope and application 1.5.1.1 Amend the second and third sentences to read:

"These provisions are based on the IAEA "Regulations for the Safe Transport of Radioactive material, 2012 Edition, IAEA Safety Standards Series No. SSR–6, IAEA, Vienna (2012)". Explanatory material can be found in "Advisory material for the IAEA Regulations for the Safe Transport of Radioactive Material, IAEA Safety Standards Series No. TS-G-1.1 (Rev.2), IAEA, Vienna (2012)"."

1.5.1.2 In the second sentence of the last paragraph replace "imposing requirements" with "imposing conditions". 1.5.1.4 Amend the first sentence to read: "The provisions of this code do not apply to any of the following:" and insert a new subparagraph .4 to read as follows:

".4 Radioactive material in or on a person who is to be transported for medical treatment because the person has been subject to accidental or deliberate intake of radioactive material or to contamination;".

and renumber current subparagraphs .4 to .6 accordingly:

and replace new subparagraph .6 (former .5) with the following:

".6 Natural material and ores containing naturally occurring radionuclides (which may have been processed), provided the activity concentration of the material does not exceed 10 times the values specified in table 2.7.2.2.1, or calculated in accordance with 2.7.2.2.2.1 and 2.7.2.2.3 to 2.7.2.2.6. For natural materials and ores containing naturally occurring radionuclides that are not in secular equilibrium the calculation of the activity concentration shall be performed in accordance with 2.7.2.2.4;".





1.5.1.5 Specific provisions for the transport of excepted packages

1.5.1.5.1 Amend to read as follows:

"1.5.1.5.1 Excepted packages which may contain radioactive material in limited quantities, instruments, manufactured articles or empty packagings as specified in 2.7.2.4.1 shall be subject only to the following provisions of parts 5 to 7:

.1 The applicable provisions specified in 5.1.1.2, 5.1.2, 5.1.3.2, 5.1.5.2.2, 5.1.5.4, 5.2.1.7, 7.1.4.5.9, 7.1.4.5.10, 7.1.4.5.12, 7.8.4.1 to 7.8.4.6 and 7.8.9.1; and

.2 The requirements for excepted packages specified in 6.4.4,

except when the radioactive material possesses other hazardous properties and has to be classified in a class other than Class 7 in accordance with special provision 290 or 369 of Chapter 3.3, where the provisions listed in .1 and .2 above apply only as relevant and in addition to those relating to the main class or division."

1.5.1.5.2 Insert a new second sentence to read as follows:

"If the excepted package contains fissile material, one of the fissile exceptions provided by 2.7.2.3.5 shall apply and the requirements of 5.1.5.5 shall be met."

1.5.2 Radiation protection programme 1.5.2.4 Amend the end of the introductory sentence to read "that the effective dose either:" and insert "or" at the end of subparagraph .1.

1.5.3 Quality assurance

1.5.3 Amend to read as follows:

"1.5.3 Management system

1.5.3.1 A management system based on international, national or other standards acceptable to the competent authority shall be established and implemented for all activities within the scope of this Code, as identified in 1.5.1.3, to ensure compliance with the relevant provisions of this Code. Certification that the design specification has been fully implemented shall be available to the competent authority. The manufacturer, consignor or user shall be prepared:

.1 to provide facilities for inspection during manufacture and use; and

.2 to demonstrate compliance with this Code to the competent authority. Where competent authority approval is required, such approval shall take into account and be contingent upon the adequacy of the management system."

1.5.4 Special arrangement 1.5.4.2 Replace "Class 7" with "radioactive material", twice.





1.5.6 Non-compliance 1.5.6.1 In the introductory sentence, delete "a" before "non-compliance". In .1 amend the introductory sentence to read:

"The consignor, consignee, carrier and any organization involved during transport who may be affected, as appropriate, shall be informed of the non-compliance:"

and in .2(iv), delete "and" at the end of the sentence.

PART 2 CLASSIFICATION

Chapter 2.0 – Introduction 2.0.1 Classes, divisions, packing groups 2.0.1.2 Marine pollutants 2.0.1.2.1 Amend paragraph 2.0.1.2.1 to read as follows:

"Many of the substances assigned to classes 1 to 6.2, 8 and 9 are deemed as being marine pollutants (see chapter 2.10)."

2.0.1.3 Add the following new paragraph at the end:

"Articles are not assigned to packing groups. For packing purposes any requirement for a specific packaging performance level is set out in the applicable packing instruction.".

2.0.3 Classification of substances, mixtures and solutions with multiple hazards

(precedence of hazard characteristics) 2.0.3.5 Amend the last sentence to read as follows:

"For radioactive material in excepted packages, except for UN 3507, URANIUM HEXAFLUORIDE, RADIOACTIVE MATERIAL, EXCEPTED PACKAGE, special provision 290 of Chapter 3.3 applies."

Chapter 2.1 – Class 1 – Explosives 2.1.0 Introductory notes (these notes are not mandatory) Amend Note 2 in 2.1.3.5.5 to read as follows:

"Note 2: "Flash composition" in this table refers to pyrotechnic substances in powder form or as pyrotechnic units as presented in the firework that are used to produce an aural effect or used as a bursting charge, or propellant charge unless the time taken for the pressure rise is demonstrated to be more than 6 ms for 0.5 g of pyrotechnic substance in the HSL Flash Composition Test in appendix 7 of the Manual of Tests and Criteria."





Chapter 2. 2 – Class 2 – Gases 2.2.1 Definitions and general provisions 2.2.1.2 Add a new indent .5 to read as follows:

".5 Adsorbed gas – a gas which when packaged for transport is adsorbed onto a solid porous material resulting in an internal receptacle pressure of less than 101.3 kPa at 20C and less than 300 kPa at 50C."

2.2.2 Class subdivisions 2.2.2.6 Delete subparagraph ".4" and add the following note at the end:

"Note: This exemption does not apply to lamps. For lamps see 1.1.1.9". Chapter 2.3 – Class 3 – Flammable liquids 2.3.2 Assignment of packing group 2.3.2.2 and 2.3.2.3 Replace existing paragraphs with the following:

"2.3.2.2 Viscous flammable liquids such as paints, enamels, lacquers, varnishes, adhesives and polishes having a flash point of less than 23°C may be placed in packing group III in conformity with the procedures prescribed in the Manual of Tests and Criteria, Part III, sub-section 32.3, provided that:

.1 The viscosity expressed as the flowtime in seconds and flash point

are in accordance with the following table:

Flow-time t in seconds Jet diameter (mm) Flash point, closed-cup (°C)

20 < t ≤ 60 4 above 17

60 < t ≤ 100 4 above 10

20 < t ≤ 32 6 above 5

32 < t ≤ 44 6 above -1

44 < t ≤ 100 6 above -5

100 < t 6 no limit

.2 Less than 3% of the clear solvent layer separates in the solvent

separation test; .3 The mixture or any separated solvent does not meet the criteria for

Class 6.1 or Class 8; .4 The substances are packed in receptacles of not more than 30-litre

capacity.

2.3.2.3 Reserved."

2.3.2.5 At the beginning, replace "Viscous substances" with "Viscous liquids". Amend the fourth indent to read as follows:

"- are packed in receptacles of not more than 30-litre capacity".





Chapter 2.4 – Class 4 – Flammable solids; substances liable to spontaneous combustion; substances which, in contact with water, emit flammable gases 2.4.4 Class 4.3 – Substances which, in contact with water, emit flammable gases 2.4.4.1 Definitions and properties 2.4.4.1.2 Replace "light bulbs" with "lamps" Chapter 2.5 – Class 5 – Oxidizing substances and organic peroxides 2.5.1 Definitions and general provisions 2.5.2 Class 5.1 – Oxidizing substances 2.5.2.2 Oxidizing solids 2.5.2.2.1 Classification of solid substances of class 5.1 2.5.2.2.1.1 Amend to read as follows:

"2.5.2.2.1.1 Tests are performed to measure the potential for the solid

substance to increase the burning rate or burning intensity of a combustible substance when the two are thoroughly mixed. The procedure is given in the Manual of Tests and Criteria, part III, sub-section 34.4.1 (test O.1) or alternatively, in sub-section 34.4.3 (test O.3). Tests are conducted on the substance to be evaluated mixed with dry fibrous cellulose in mixing ratios of 1:1 and 4:1, by mass, of sample to cellulose. The burning characteristics of the mixtures are compared:

.1 in the test O.1, with the standard 3:7 mixture, by mass, of

potassium bromate to cellulose. If the burning time is equal to or less than this standard mixture, the burning times shall be compared with those from the packing group I or II reference standards, 3:2 and 2:3 ratios, by mass, of potassium bromate to cellulose respectively; or

.2 in the test O.3, with the standard 1:2 mixture, by mass, of

calcium peroxide to cellulose. If the burning rate is equal to or greater than this standard mixture, the burning rates shall be compared with those from the packing group I or II reference standards 3:1 and 1:1 ratios, by mass, of calcium peroxide to cellulose, respectively."

2.5.2.2.1.2 Amend to read as follows:

"2.5.2.2.1.2 The classification test results are assessed on the basis of:

.1 the comparison of the mean burning time (for the test O.1) or burning rate (for the test O.3) with those of the reference mixtures; and





.2 whether the mixture of substance and cellulose ignites and burns."


"2.5.2.2.1.3 A solid substance is classified in Class 5.1 if the 4:1 or 1:1 sample-to-cellulose ratio (by mass) tested, exhibits:

.1 in the test O.1, a mean burning time equal to or less than

the mean burning time of a 3:7 mixture (by mass) of potassium bromate and cellulose ; or

.2 in the test O.3, a mean burning rate equal to or greater

than the mean burning rate of a 1:2 mixture (by mass) of calcium peroxide and cellulose."

2.5.2.2.2 Assignment of packing groups 2.5.2.2.2 Amend to read as follows:

"2.5.2.2.2 Assignment of packing groups

Solid oxidizing substances are assigned to a packing group according to one of the test procedures in the Manual of Tests and Criteria, Part III, sub-section 34.4.1 (test O.1) or sub-section 34.4.3 (test O.3), in accordance with the following criteria:

.1 Test O.1:

(i) Packing group I: any substance which, in the 4:1 or 1:1

sample-to-cellulose ratio (by mass) tested, exhibits a mean burning time less than the mean burning time of a 3:2 mixture, by mass, of potassium bromate and cellulose;

(ii) Packing group II: any substance which, in the 4:1 or 1:1

sample-to-cellulose ratio (by mass) tested, exhibits a mean burning time equal to or less than the mean burning time of a 2:3 mixture (by mass) of potassium bromate and cellulose, and the criteria for packing group I are not met;

(iii) Packing group III: any substance which, in the 4:1 or 1:1

sample-to-cellulose ratio (by mass) tested, exhibits a mean burning time equal to or less than the mean burning time of a 3:7 mixture (by mass) of potassium bromate and cellulose , and the criteria for packing groups I and II are not met;

(iv) Not Class 5.1: any substance which, in both the 4:1 and

1:1 sample-to-cellulose ratio (by mass) tested, does not ignite and burn, or exhibits mean burning times greater than that of a 3:7 mixture (by mass) of potassium bromate and cellulose.





.2 Test O.3:

(i) Packing group I: any substance which, in the 4:1 or 1:1 sample-to-cellulose ratio (by mass) tested, exhibits a mean burning rate greater than the mean burning rate of a 3:1 mixture (by mass) of calcium peroxide and cellulose;

(ii) Packing group II: any substance which, in the 4:1 or 1:1

sample-to-cellulose ratio (by mass) tested, exhibits a mean burning rate equal to or greater than the mean burning rate of a 1:1 mixture (by mass) of calcium peroxide and cellulose, and the criteria for packing group I are not met;

(iii) Packing group III: any substance which, in the 4:1 or 1:1

sample-to-cellulose ratio (by mass) tested, exhibits a mean burning rate equal to or greater than the mean burning rate of a 1:2 mixture (by mass) of calcium peroxide and cellulose, and the criteria for packing groups I and II are not met;

(iv) Not Class 5.1: any substance which, in both the 4:1 and

1:1 sample-to-cellulose ratio (by mass) tested, does not ignite and burn, or exhibits a mean burning rate less than the mean burning rate of a 1:2 mixture (by mass) of calcium peroxide and cellulose."

2.5.2.3.1.1 At the end of the second sentence after "3.4.4.2" insert "(test O.2)". Chapter 2.6 – Class 6 – Toxic and infectious substances 2.6.3 Class 6.2 – Infectious substances 2.6.3.2.3 Exemptions 2.6.3.2.3.5 Amend to read as follows:

"2.6.3.2.3.5 Dried blood spots, collected by applying a drop of blood onto

absorbent material, are not subject to the provisions of this Code."

and insert two new paragraphs 2.6.3.2.3.6 and 2.6.3.2.3.7 to read as follows and renumber existing paragraphs accordingly:

"2.6.3.2.3.6 Faecal occult blood screening samples are not subject to the provisions of this Code.

2.6.3.2.3.7 Blood or blood components which have been collected for the

purposes of transfusion or for the preparation of blood products to be used for transfusion or transplantation and any tissues or organs intended for use in transplantation as well as samples drawn in connection with such purposes are not subject to the provisions of this Code."





Chapter 2.7 – Class 7 – Radioactive material 2.7.1.3 Definitions of specific terms 2.7.1.3 Amend the definitions hereafter as follows: Fissile nuclides: Amend the end of the introductory text before subparagraph .1 to read: "of fissile material are the following:". In subparagraph .1, delete "and".

Insert the following new subparagraphs and text:

".3 material with fissile nuclides less than a total of 0.25 g; .4 any combination of .1, .2 and/or .3.

These exclusions are only valid if there is no other material with fissile nuclides in the package or in the consignment if shipped unpackaged."

Surface contaminated object: at the end, replace "surfaces" with "surface".

2.7.2 Classification 2.7.2.1 General provisions 2.7.2.1.1 Amend to read as follows:

"Radioactive material shall be assigned to one of the UN numbers specified in table 2.7.2.1.1, in accordance with 2.7.2.4.2 to 2.7.2.5, taking into account the material characteristics determined in 2.7.2.3."

Table 2.7.2.1.1 – Assignment of UN Numbers

2.7.2.1.1 Amend the table as follows:

Table 2.7.2.1.1 Add a new heading row to read: "

UN Nos. Proper shipping name and description For UN Nos. 2912, 3321, 3322, 2913, 2915, 3332, 2916, 2917, 3323, 2919 and 2978, insert a reference to a new note "b" after "fissile-excepted".

Under the headings "Excepted packages" and "Uranium hexafluoride" add the following new entry:

"UN 3507 URANIUM HEXAFLUORIDE, RADIOACTIVE MATERIAL, EXCEPTED PACKAGE less than 0.1 kg per package, non-fissile or fissile-exceptedb,c"

Add the following table notes "a", "b" and "c" after the table:

"a The proper shipping name is found in the column "proper shipping name and description" and is restricted to that part shown in capital letters. In the





cases of UN Nos. 2909, 2911, 2913 and 3326, where alternative proper shipping names are separated by the word "or" only the relevant proper shipping name shall be used.

b The term "fissile-excepted" refers only to material excepted under 2.7.2.3.5. c For UN No. 3507, see also special provision 369 in Chapter 3.3."

2.7.2.2 Determination of activity level 2.7.2.2.1 In .2, insert "limits" after "concentration". Table 2.7.2.2.1 In the heading of column 4 insert "limit" after "concentration". In (a) after the table, in the introductory sentence, replace "from daughter radionuclides" with "from their progeny".

2.7.2.2.2 Amend the text before the table to read as follows:

"2.7.2.2.2 For individual radionuclides:

.1 Which are not listed in table 2.7.2.2.1 the determination of the basic radionuclide values referred to in 2.7.2.2.1 shall require multilateral approval. For these radionuclides, activity concentration limits for exempt material and activity limits for exempt consignments shall be calculated in accordance with the principles established in the International Basic Safety Standards for Protection against Ionizing Radiation and for the Safety of Radiation Sources, Safety Series No.115, IAEA, Vienna (1996). It is permissible to use an A2 value calculated using a dose coefficient for the appropriate lung absorption type as recommended by the International Commission on Radiological Protection, if the chemical forms of each radionuclide under both normal and accident conditions of transport are taken into consideration. Alternatively, the radionuclide values in table 2.7.2.2.2 may be used without obtaining competent authority approval;

.2 In instruments or articles in which the radioactive material is

enclosed or is included as a component part of the instrument or other manufactured article and which meet 2.7.2.4.1.3.3, alternative basic radionuclide values to those in table 2.7.2.2.1 for the activity limit for an exempt consignment are permitted and shall require multilateral approval. Such alternative activity limits for an exempt consignment shall be calculated in accordance with the principles set out in the International Basic Safety Standards for Protection against Ionizing Radiation and for the Safety of Radiation Sources, Safety Series No.115, IAEA, Vienna (1996)."

Table 2.7.2.2.2 – Basic radionuclide values for unknown radionuclides or mixtures

In the table for 2.7.2.2.2, in the heading of the fourth column, insert "limit" after "concentration".





2.7.2.2.4 In the introductory sentence delete "the determination of" and in the legend for X(i) and Xm replace "concentration" with "concentration limit".

2.7.2.3 Determination of other material characteristics 2.7.2.3.1 Low specific activity (LSA) material 2.7.2.3.1.2.1 In subparagraph "(i)", delete "which are intended to be processed for the use of these radionuclides". 2.7.2.3.1.2.1 Subparagraph "(iii)" to read:

"(iii) radioactive material for which the A2 value is unlimited. Fissile

material may be included only if excepted under 2.7.2.3.5;". 2.7.2.3.1.2.1 (iv), replace ", excluding fissile material not excepted under 2.7.2.3.5" with ". Fissile material may be included only if excepted under 2.7.2.3.5". 2.7.2.3.1.2.2 In subparagraph "(i)", delete "or". 2.7.2.3.1.2.3 In the introductory sentence, replace "meeting the requirements" with "that meet the requirements". 2.7.2.3.1.2.3 In subparagraph "(i)" replace "bitumen, ceramic, etc." with "bitumen and ceramic".

2.7.2.3.2 Surface contaminated object (SCO ) 2.7.2.3.2.1 At the end of subparagraph "(ii)", replace "and" with "or".

2.7.2.3.2.2 At the end of subparagraph "(ii)", replace "and" with "or".

2.7.2.3.3 Special form radioactive material 2.7.2.3.3.6.1 Amend subparagraph ".1" to read as follows:

".1 The tests prescribed in 2.7.2.3.3.5.1 and 2.7.2.3.3.5.2 provided that the specimens are alternatively subjected to the impact test prescribed in ISO 2919:2012: "Radiation Protection – Sealed Radioactive Sources – General requirements and classification":

(i) The Class 4 impact test if the mass of the special form

radioactive material is less than 200 g; and

(ii) The Class 5 impact test if the mass of the special form radioactive material is equal to or more than 200 g but less than 500 g;".

2.7.2.3.3.6.2 Replace the reference "ISO 2919:1999" with "ISO 2919:2012". 2.7.2.3.3.8.2 Replace "which are acceptable" with "provided that they are acceptable".





2.7.2.3 Determination of other material characteristics 2.7.2.3.5 Fissile material 2.7.2.3.5 Amend the first paragraph to read as follows:

"Fissile material and packages containing fissile material shall be classified under the relevant entry as "FISSILE" in accordance with table 2.7.2.1.1 unless excepted by one of the provisions of subparagraphs .1 to .6 below and transported subject to the requirements of 5.1.5.5. All provisions apply only to material in packages that meets the requirements of 6.4.7.2 unless unpackaged material is specifically allowed in the provision."

2.7.2.3.5 Fissile material 2.7.2.3.5 Delete current subparagraphs ".1" and ".4". Current ".2" and ".3" are renumbered as ".1" and ".2" respectively. 2.7.2.3.5 Insert the following new subparagraphs ".3 to .6":

".3 Uranium with a maximum uranium enrichment of 5% by mass uranium-235 provided:

(i) there is no more than 3.5 g of uranium-235 per package; (ii) the total plutonium and uranium-233 content does not exceed 1%

of the mass of uranium-235 per package; (iii) Transport of the package is subject to the consignment limit

provided in 5.1.5.5.3;

.4 Fissile nuclides with a total mass not greater than 2.0 g per package provided the package is transported subject to the consignment limit provided in 5.1.5.5.4;

.5 Fissile nuclides with a total mass not greater than 45 g either packaged or

unpackaged subject to limits provided in 5.1.5.5.5; and .6 A fissile material that meets the requirements of 5.1.5.5.2, 2.7.2.3.6 and

5.1.5.2.1.".

Table 2.7.2.3.5 – Consignment mass limits for exceptions from the requirements for packages containing fissile material

Table 2.7.2.3.5 is deleted. Insert a new paragraph 2.7.2.3.6 to read as follows:

"2.7.2.3.6 A fissile material excepted from classification as "FISSILE" under 2.7.2.3.5.6 shall be subcritical without the need for accumulation control under the following conditions:

.1 The conditions of 6.4.11.1 (a);





.2 The conditions consistent with the assessment provisions stated in 6.4.11.12 (b) and 6.4.11.13 (b) for packages; and

.3 The conditions specified in 6.4.11.11 (a), if transported by air."

2.7.2.4 Classification of packages or unpacked material 2.7.2.4.1 Classification as excepted package 2.7.2.4.1.1 Amend to read as follows:

"2.7.2.4.1.1 A package may be classified as an excepted package if it meets one of the following conditions:

.1 It is an empty package having contained radioactive

material; .2 It contains instruments or articles not exceeding the activity

limits specified in columns (2) and (3) of table 2.7.2.4.1.2; .3 It contains articles manufactured of natural uranium,

depleted uranium or natural thorium; .4 It contains radioactive material not exceeding the activity

limits specified in column (4) of table 2.7.2.4.1.2; or .5 It contains less than 0.1 kg of uranium hexafluoride not

exceeding the activity limits specified in column (4) of table 2.7.2.4.1.2."

2.7.2.4.1.3 In the introductory sentence replace "only if" with "provided that".

2.7.2.4.1.3.2 Replace "except" with "on its external surface except for the following:" and amend (ii) to read as follows:

"(ii) consumer products that either have received regulatory approval in accordance with 1.5.1.4.5 or do not individually exceed the activity limit for an exempt consignment in table 2.7.2.2.1 (column 5), provided such products are transported in a package that bears the marking "RADIOACTIVE" on its internal surface in such a manner that a warning of the presence of radioactive material is visible on opening the package; "

and insert a new subparagraph "(iii)" under ".2" to read as follows:

"(iii) Other instruments or articles too small to bear the marking "RADIOACTIVE", provided that they are transported in a package that bears the marking "RADIOACTIVE" on its internal surface in such a manner that a warning of the presence of radioactive material is visible on opening the package; and".

2.7.2.4.1.4.2 Amend to read as follows:

".2 The package bears the marking "RADIOACTIVE" on either:





(i) An internal surface in such a manner that a warning of the presence of radioactive material is visible on opening the package; or

(ii) The outside of the package, where it is impractical to mark

an internal surface." Insert a new 2.7.2.4.1.5 to read as follows:

"2.7.2.4.1.5 Uranium hexafluoride not exceeding the limits specified in column 4 of table 2.7.2.4.1.2 may be classified under UN 3507 URANIUM HEXAFLUORIDE, RADIOACTIVE MATERIAL, EXCEPTED PACKAGE, less than 0.1 kg per package, non-fissile or fissile-excepted provided that:

.1 The mass of uranium hexafluoride in the package is less

than 0.1 kg; and

.2 The conditions of 2.7.2.4.5.1 and 2.7.2.4.1.4.1 and 2.7.2.4.1.4.2 are met."

and existing paragraph 2.7.2.4.1.5 is renumbered as "2.7.2.4.1.7".

2.7.2.4.1.6 Replace "only if" with "provided that". 2.7.2.4.1.7 (former 2.7.2.4.1.5) In the introductory sentence replace "only if" with "provided that".

2.7.2.4.4 Classification as Type A package 2.7.2.4.4 In the sentence before the subparagraphs, replace "activities greater than the following:" with "activities greater than either of the following:". 2.7.2.4.4.1 Delete "or". 2.7.2.4.4 In the legend for the formula where "C(j)", delete "and".

2.7.2.4.5 Classification of uranium hexafluoride 2.7.2.4.5 Amend to read as follows:

"2.7.2.4.5 Classification of uranium hexafluoride 2.7.2.4.5.1 Uranium hexafluoride shall only be assigned to:

.1 UN No.2977, RADIOACTIVE MATERIAL, URANIUM HEXAFLUORIDE, FISSILE;

.2 UN No.2978, RADIOACTIVE MATERIAL, URANIUM

HEXAFLUORIDE, non-fissile or fissile-excepted; or

.3 UN No.3507, URANIUM HEXAFLUORIDE, RADIOACTIVE MATERIAL, EXCEPTED PACKAGE less than 0.1 kg per package, non-fissile or fissile-excepted.





2.7.2.4.5.2 The contents of a package containing uranium hexafluoride shall comply with the following requirements:

.1 For UN Nos. 2977 and 2978, the mass of uranium

hexafluoride shall not be different from that allowed for the package design, and for UN 3507, the mass of uranium hexafluoride shall be less than 0.1 kg;

.2 The mass of uranium hexafluoride shall not be greater than a

value that would lead to an ullage smaller than 5% at the maximum temperature of the package as specified for the plant systems where the package shall be used; and

.3 The uranium hexafluoride shall be in solid form and the

internal pressure shall not be above atmospheric pressure when presented for transport."

2.7.2.4.6 Classification as Type B(U), Type B(M) or Type C packages 2.7.2.4.6.1 Replace "competent authority approval certificate" with "competent authority certificate of approval". 2.7.2.4.6.2 Amend to read:

"2.7.2.4.6.2 The contents of a Type B(U), Type B(M) or Type C package shall be as specified in the certificate of approval".

2.7.2.4.6.3 is deleted. 2.7.2.4.6.4 is deleted.

Chapter 2.9 – Miscellaneous dangerous substances and articles (class 9) and

environmentally hazardous substances

Amend "Note 2" to read as follows:

"Although the environmentally hazardous substances (aquatic environment) criteria apply to all hazard classes, except for class 7 (see paragraphs 2.10.2.3, 2.10.2.5 and 2.10.3.2), the criteria have been included in this chapter."

2.9.2 Assignment to class 9

2.9.2.2 Under "Substances which, on inhalation as fine dust, may endanger health", replace all three entries by:

"2212 ASBESTOS, AMPHIBOLE (amosite, tremolite, actinolite, anthophyllite, crocidolite) 2590 ASBESTOS, CHRYSOTILE".

replace the existing heading "Electric double layer capacitors" with "Capacitors",

and replace the existing entry under this heading with the following two entries:





"3499 CAPACITOR, ELECTRIC DOUBLE LAYER (with an energy storage capacity greater than 0.3Wh) 3508 CAPACITOR, ASYMMETRIC (with an energy storage capacity greater than 0.3Wh)."

Under "Life-saving appliances", replace the three entries for UN No.3268 by:

"3268 SAFETY DEVICES, electrically initiated".

For "Other substances or articles presenting a danger during transport, but not meeting the definitions of another class", add the following new entry with the corresponding footnote:

"3509 PACKAGING DISCARDED, EMPTY, UNCLEANED**"

Footnote: "** This entry shall not be used for sea transport. Discarded packaging shall meet the requirements of 4.1.1.11."

2.9.4 Lithium batteries 2.9.4.1 Replace the second sentence with the following:

"Cells and batteries manufactured according to a type meeting the requirements of subsection 38.3 of the Manual of Tests and Criteria, Revision 3, Amendment 1 or any subsequent revision and amendment applicable at the date of the type testing may continue to be transported, unless otherwise provided in this Code. Cell and battery types only meeting the requirements of the Manual of Tests and Criteria, Revision 3, are no longer valid. However, cells and batteries manufactured in conformity with such types before 1 July 2003 may continue to be transported if all other applicable requirements are fulfilled."

and amend the note to read as follows:

"Note: Batteries shall be of a type proved to meet the testing requirements of the Manual of Tests and Criteria, part III, sub-section 38.3, irrespective of whether the cells of which they are composed are of a tested type."

Chapter 2.10 – Marine Pollutants 2.10.2 General provisions 2.10.2.4 Amend to read as follows:

"2.10.2.4 Column 4 of the Dangerous Goods List also provides information on marine pollutants using the symbol P for single entries. The absence of the symbol P or the presence of a "-" in that column does not preclude the application of 2.10.3."

2.10.2.7 Add a new paragraph 2.10.2.7 as follows:

"2.10.2.7 Marine pollutants packaged in single or combination packagings containing a net quantity per single or inner packaging of 5 l or less for





liquids or having a net mass per single or inner packaging of 5 kg or less for solids are not subject to any other provisions of this Code relevant to marine pollutants provided the packagings meet the general provisions of 4.1.1.1, 4.1.1.2 and 4.1.1.4 to 4.1.1.8. In the case of marine pollutants also meeting the criteria for inclusion in another hazard class all provisions of this Code relevant to any additional hazards continue to apply."

2.10.3 Classification 2.10.3.2 Add a new paragraph "2.10.3.2" to read as follows:

"2.10.3.2 The classification criteria of 2.9.3 are not applicable to substances or materials of class 7."

PART 3 DANGEROUS GOODS LIST, SPECIAL PROVISIONS AND EXEMPTIONS

3.1 General 3.1.2 Proper shipping names 3.1.2.9 Marine pollutants 3.1.2.9.1 Replace the existing paragraph 3.1.2.9.1 to read as follows:

"3.1.2.9.1 For the purpose of documentation, the Proper Shipping Name of generic or "not otherwise specified" (N.O.S.) entries which are classified as marine pollutants in accordance with 2.10.3, shall be supplemented with the recognized chemical name of the constituent which most predominantly contributes to the classification as marine pollutant."

3.1.4 Segregation groups 3.1.4.1 In the paragraph, replace the words "column 16" with "column 16b". Chapter 3.2 – Dangerous Goods List 3.2.1 Structure of the dangerous goods list 3.2.1 The following sentence is added at the end of column 4: "The absence of the symbol P or the presence of a "-" in that column does not preclude the application of 2.10.3." 3.2.1 The text for column 16 "column 16 Stowage and segregation – this column contains the stowage and segregation provisions as prescribed in part 7." is replaced with the following:

"Column 16a Stowage and handling – this column contains the stowage and handling codes as specified in 7.1.5 and 7.1.6.

Column 16 b Segregation – this column contains the segregation codes as

specified in 7.2.8."





Dangerous Goods List Replace the existing "column 16" with column "16a Stowage and handling" and "column "16b Segregation" as follows:



UN Number

PROPER SHIPPING NAME (Note: When there is more than one packing group or PSN the

UN No. has been annotated with a, b, c)

Class ordivision

Subsidiaryrisk(s)

Packing Group

Stowage and

Handling Segregation

1 2 3 4 5 (16a) (16b)3.1.2 "2.0 "2.0 2.0.1.3 7.1, 7.3-7.7 7.2-7.7

0004 AMMONIUM PICRATE dry or wetted with less than 10% water, by mass

1.1D Category 04SW1

SG27SG31

0005CARTRIDGES FOR WEAPONS with bursting charge

1.1F Category 05SW1


1.1E Category 04SW1


1.2F Category 05SW1

0009 AMMUNITION, INCENDIARY with or without burster, expelling charge or propelling charge

1.2G Category 03SW1


1.3G Category 03SW1

0012 CARTRIDGES FOR WEAPONS, INERT PROJECTILE or CARTRIDGES, SMALL ARMS

1.4S Category 01SW1

0014 CARTRIDGES FOR WEAPONS, BLANK or CARTRIDGES, SMALL ARMS, BLANK

1.4S Category 01SW1

0015 AMMUNITION, SMOKE with or without burster, expelling charge or propelling charge

1.2G Category 03SW1


1.3G Category 03SW1

0018 AMMUNITION, TEAR-PRODUCING with burster, expelling charge or propelling charge

1.2G Category 03SW1

SG2


1.3G Category 03SW1

SG3

0020 AMMUNITION, TOXIC with burster, expelling charge or propelling charge

1.2K Category 05SW1

0021 AMMUNITION, TOXIC with burster, expelling charge or propelling charge

1.3K Category 05SW1

0027 BLACK POWDER (GUNPOWDER) granular, or as a meal

1.1D Category 04SW1

0028BLACK POWDER (GUNPOWDER), COMPRESSED or BLACK POWDER (GUNPOWDER) IN PELLETS

1.1D Category 04SW1

0029DETONATORS, NON-ELECTRIC for blasting

1.1B Category 05SW1

0030DETONATORS, ELECTRIC for blasting

1.1B Category 05SW1

0033

BOMBS with bursting charge

1.1F Category 05SW1

0034


1.1D Category 04SW1

0035


1.2D Category 04SW1

0037

BOMBS, PHOTO-FLASH

1.1F Category 05SW1

0038

BOMBS, PHOTO-FLASH

1.1D Category 04SW1

REORGANIZATION OF COLUMN 16 IN THE DANGEROUS GOODS LISTOF THE IMDG CODE



UN Number



Class ordivision

Subsidiaryrisk(s)

Packing Group

Stowage and


0039

BOMBS, PHOTO-FLASH

1.2G Category 03SW1

0042

BOOSTERS without detonator

1.1D Category 04SW1

0043

BURSTERS explosive

1.1D Category 04SW1

0044

PRIMERS, CAP TYPE

1.4S Category 01SW1

0048

CHARGES, DEMOLITION

1.1D Category 04SW1

0049

CARTRIDGES, FLASH

1.1G Category 03SW1

0050

CARTRIDGES, FLASH

1.3G Category 03SW1

0054

CARTRIDGES, SIGNAL

1.3G Category 03SW1

0055CASES, CARTRIDGE, EMPTY, WITH PRIMER

1.4S Category 01SW1

0056

CHARGES, DEPTH

1.1D Category 04SW1

0059CHARGES, SHAPED without detonator

1.1D Category 04SW1

0060CHARGES, SUPPLEMENTARY, EXPLOSIVE

1.1D Category 04SW1

0065

CORD, DETONATING flexible

1.1D Category 04SW1

0066

CORD, IGNITER

1.4G Category 02SW1

0070

CUTTERS, CABLE, EXPLOSIVE

1.4S Category 01SW1

0072 CYCLOTRIMETHYLENETRINITRAMINE, (CYCLONITE), (RDX), (HEXOGEN), WETTED with not less than 15% water, by mass

1.1D Category 04SW1

0073DETONATORS FOR AMMUNITION

1.1B Category 05SW1

0074 DIAZODINITROPHENOL, WETTED with not less than 40% water or mixture of alcohol and water, by mass

1.1A Category 05SW1

0075 DIETHYLENEGLYCOL DINITRATE, DESENSITIZED with not less than 25% non-volatile water-insoluble phlegmatizer, by mass

1.1D Category 04SW1

0076DINITROPHENOL dry or wetted with less than 15% water, by mass

1.1D Category 04SW1

SG31

0077 DINITROPHENOLATES alkali metals, dry or wetted with less than 15% water, by mass

1.3C Category 04SW1

SG31

0078 DINITRORESORCINOL dry or wetted with less than 15% water, by mass

1.1D Category 04SW1

SG31

0079HEXANITRODIPHENYLAMINE (DIPICRYLAMINE), (HEXYL)

1.1D Category 04SW1

0081

EXPLOSIVE, BLASTING, TYPE A

1.1D Category 04SW1

SG34

0082

EXPLOSIVE, BLASTING, TYPE B

1.1D Category 04SW1

SG34

0083

EXPLOSIVE, BLASTING, TYPE C

1.1D Category 04SW1

SG28

0084

EXPLOSIVE, BLASTING, TYPE D

1.1D Category 04SW1



UN Number



Class ordivision

Subsidiaryrisk(s)

Packing Group

Stowage and


0092

FLARES, SURFACE

1.3G Category 03SW1

0093

FLARES, AERIAL

1.3G Category 03SW1

0094

FLASH POWDER

1.1G Category 03SW1

0099 FRACTURING DEVICES,EXPLOSIVE for oil wells, without detonator

1.1D Category 04SW1

0101

FUSE, NON-DETONATING

1.3G Category 03SW1

0102CORD (FUSE), DETONATING metal-clad

1.2D Category 04SW1

0103FUSE, IGNITER tubular, metal-clad

1.4G Category 02SW1

0104CORD (FUSE), DETONATING, MILD EFFECT metal-clad

1.4D Category 02SW1

0105

FUSE, SAFETY

1.4S Category 01SW1

0106

FUZES, DETONATING

1.1B Category 05SW1

0107

FUZES, DETONATING

1.2B Category 05SW1

0110GRENADES, PRACTICE hand or rifle

1.4S Category 01SW1

0113 GUANYL NITROSAMINOGUANYLIDENE HYDRAZINE, WETTED with not less than 30% water, by mass

1.1A Category 05SW1

0114GUANYL NITROSAMINOGUANYLTETRAZENE (TETRAZENE), WETTED with not less than 30% water or mi

1.1A Category 05SW1

0118 HEXOLITE (HEXOTOL) dry or wetted with less than 15% water, by mass

1.1D Category 04SW1

0121

IGNITERS

1.1G Category 03SW1

0124 JET PERFORATING GUNS, CHARGED oil well, without detonator

1.1D Category 04SW1

0129 LEAD AZIDE, WETTED with not less than 20% water, or mixture of alcohol and water, by mas

1.1A Category 05SW1

0130 LEAD STYPHNATE (LEAD TRINITRORESORCINATE), WETTED with not less than 20% water, or mixtu

1.1A Category 05SW1

0131

LIGHTERS, FUSE

1.4S Category 01SW1

0132 DEFLAGRATING METAL SALTS OF AROMATIC NITRODERIVATIVES, N.O.S.

1.3C Category 04SW1

SG31

0133 MANNITOL HEXANITRATE (NITROMANNITE), WETTED with not less than 40% water, or mixture of alcohol and water, by mass

1.1D Category 04SW1

0135 MERCURY FULMINATE, WETTED with not less than 20% water, or mixture of alcohol and water, by mass

1.1A Category 05SW1

0136

MINES with bursting charge

1.1F Category 05SW1

0137


1.1D Category 04SW1

0138


1.2D Category 04SW1



UN Number



Class ordivision

Subsidiaryrisk(s)

Packing Group

Stowage and


0143 NITROGLYCERIN, DESENSITIZED with not less than 40% non-volatile water-insoluble phlegmatizer, by mass

1.1D Category 04SW1

0144NITROGLYCERIN SOLUTION IN ALCOHOL with more than 1% but not more than 10% nitroglycerin

1.1D Category 04SW1

0146NITROSTARCH dry or wetted, with less than 20% water, by mass

1.1D Category 04SW1

0147

NITRO UREA

1.1D Category 04SW1

0150PENTAERYTHRITE TETRANITRATE (PENTAERYTHRITOL TETRANITRATE; PETN), WETTED with not less than 25% water, by mass or PENTAERYTHRITE TETRA NITRATE (PENTAERYTHRITOL TETRANITRATE; PETN), DESENSITIZED with not less than 15% phlegmatizer, by mass

1.1D Category 04SW1

0151PENTOLITE dry or wetted with less than 15% water, by mass

1.1D Category 04SW1

0153

TRINITROANILINE (PICRAMIDE)

1.1D Category 04SW1

0154 TRINITROPHENOL (PICRIC ACID) dry or wetted with less than 30% water, by mass

1.1D Category 04SW1

SG31

0155TRINITROCHLOROBENZENE (PICRYL CHLORIDE)

1.1D Category 04SW1

0159 POWDER CAKE (POWDER PASTE), WETTED with not less than 25% water, by mass

1.3C Category 04SW1

0160

POWDER, SMOKELESS

1.1C Category 04SW1

0161

POWDER, SMOKELESS

1.3C Category 04SW1

0167PROJECTILES with bursting charge

1.1F Category 05SW1


1.1D Category 04SW1


1.2D Category 04SW1

0171 AMMUNITION, ILLUMINATING with or without burster, expelling charge or propelling charge

1.2G Category 03SW1

0173

RELEASE DEVICES, EXPLOSIVE

1.4S Category 01SW1

0174

RIVETS, EXPLOSIVE

1.4S Category 01SW1

0180

ROCKETS with bursting charge

1.1F Category 05SW1

0181


1.1E Category 04SW1

0182


1.2E Category 04SW1

0183

ROCKETS with inert head

1.3C Category 04SW1

0186

ROCKET MOTORS

1.3C Category 04SW1

0190SAMPLES, EXPLOSIVE other than initiating explosive

1 Category 05SW1



UN Number



Class ordivision

Subsidiaryrisk(s)

Packing Group

Stowage and


0191

SIGNAL DEVICES, HAND

1.4G Category 02SW1

0192SIGNALS, RAILWAY TRACK, EXPLOSIVE

1.1G Category 03SW1


1.4S Category 01SW1

0194

SIGNALS, DISTRESS ship

1.1G Category 03SW1

0195

SIGNALS, DISTRESS ship

1.3G Category 03SW1

0196

SIGNALS, SMOKE

1.1G Category 03SW1

0197

SIGNALS, SMOKE

1.4G Category 02SW1

0204SOUNDING DEVICES, EXPLOSIVE

1.2F Category 05SW1

0207

TETRANITROANILINE

1.1D Category 04SW1

0208TRINITROPHENYLMETHYLNITRAMINE (TETRYL)

1.1D Category 04SW1

0209 TRINITROTOLUENE (TNT) dry or wetted with less than 30% water, by mass

1.1D Category 04SW1

0212

TRACERS FOR AMMUNITION

1.3G Category 03SW1

0213

TRINITROANISOLE

1.1D Category 04SW1

0214TRINITROBENZENE dry or wetted with less than 30% water, by mass

1.1D Category 04SW1

0215 TRINITROBENZOIC ACID dry or wetted with less than 30% water, by mass

1.1D Category 04SW1

0216

TRINITRO-m-CRESOL

1.1D Category 04SW1

SG31

0217

TRINITRONAPHTHALENE

1.1D Category 04SW1

0218

TRINITROPHENETOLE

1.1D Category 04SW1

0219 TRINITRORESORCINOL (STYPHNIC ACID) dry or wetted with less than 20% water, or mixture of

1.1D Category 04SW1

SG27

0220UREA NITRATE dry or wetted with less than 20% water, by mass

1.1D Category 04SW1

0221WARHEADS, TORPEDO with bursting charge

1.1D Category 04SW1

0222AMMONIUM NITRATE with more than 0.2% by mass of combustible substances, including any organic substance calculated as carbon, to the exclusion of any other added substance

1.1D Category 04SW1

SG27

0224BARIUM AZIDE, dry or wetted with less than 50% water, by mass

1.1A Category 05SW1

0225

BOOSTERS WITH DETONATOR

1.1B Category 05SW1

0226 CYCLOTETRAMETHYLENETETRA NITRAMINE (HMX; OCTOGEN), WETTED with not less than 15% water, by mass

1.1D Category 04SW1

0234 SODIUM DINITRO-ortho-CRESOLATE dry or wetted with less than 15% water, by mass

1.3C Category 04SW1

SG31



UN Number



Class ordivision

Subsidiaryrisk(s)

Packing Group

Stowage and


0235 SODIUM PICRAMATE dry or wetted with less than 20% water, by mass

1.3C Category 04SW1

SG31

0236 ZIRCONIUM PICRAMATE dry or wetted with less than 20% water, by mass

1.3C Category 04SW1

SG31

0237CHARGES, SHAPED, FLEXIBLE, LINEAR

1.4D Category 02SW1

0238

ROCKETS, LINE-THROWING

1.2G Category 03SW1

0240


1.3G Category 03SW1

0241

EXPLOSIVE, BLASTING, TYPE E

1.1D Category 04SW1

SG34

0242CHARGES, PROPELLING, FOR CANNON

1.3C Category 04SW1

0243 AMMUNITION, INCENDIARY, WHITE PHOSPHORUS with burster, expelling charge or propelling ch

1.2H Category 05SW1

0244 AMMUNITION, INCENDIARY, WHITE PHOSPHORUS with burster, expelling charge or propelling ch

1.3H Category 05SW1

0245 AMMUNITION, SMOKE, WHITE PHOSPHORUS with burster, expelling charge or propelling charge

1.2H Category 05SW1

0246 AMMUNITION, SMOKE, WHITE PHOSPHORUS with burster, expelling charge or propelling charge

1.3H Category 05SW1

0247AMMUNITION, INCENDIARY liquid or gel, with burster, expelling charge or propelling charg

1.3J Category 05SW1

0248CONTRIVANCES, WATER-ACTIVATED with burster, expelling charge or propelling charge

1.2L Category 05SW1

0249CONTRIVANCES, WATER-ACTIVATED with burster, expelling charge or propelling charge

1.3L Category 05SW1

0250 ROCKET MOTORS WITH HYPERGOLIC LIQUIDS with or without expelling charge

1.3L Category 05SW1


1.3G Category 03SW1


1.4B Category 05SW1

0257

FUZES, DETONATING

1.4B Category 05SW1

0266OCTOLITE (OCTOL) dry or wetted with less than 15% water, by mass

1.1D Category 04SW1


1.4B Category 05SW1

0268

BOOSTERS WITH DETONATOR

1.2B Category 05SW1

0271

CHARGES, PROPELLING

1.1C Category 04SW1

0272

CHARGES, PROPELLING

1.3C Category 04SW1

0275

CARTRIDGES, POWER DEVICE

1.3C Category 04SW1

0276


1.4C Category 02SW1

0277

CARTRIDGES, OIL WELL

1.3C Category 04SW1



UN Number



Class ordivision

Subsidiaryrisk(s)

Packing Group

Stowage and


0278

CARTRIDGES, OIL WELL

1.4C Category 02SW1


1.1C Category 04SW1

0280

ROCKET MOTORS

1.1C Category 04SW1

0281

ROCKET MOTORS

1.2C Category 04SW1

0282 NITROGUANIDINE (PICRITE) dry or wetted with less than 20% water, by mass

1.1D Category 04SW1

0283

BOOSTERS without detonator

1.2D Category 04SW1

0284GRENADES hand or rifle, with bursting charge

1.1D Category 04SW1


1.2D Category 04SW1

0286WARHEADS, ROCKET with bursting charge

1.1D Category 04SW1


1.2D Category 04SW1

0288CHARGES, SHAPED, FLEXIBLE, LINEAR

1.1D Category 04SW1

0289

CORD, DETONATING flexible

1.4D Category 02SW1

0290CORD(FUSE), DETONATING metal-clad

1.1D Category 04SW1

0291


1.2F Category 05SW1


1.1F Category 05SW1


1.2F Category 05SW1

0294


1.2F Category 05SW1

0295


1.2F Category 05SW1


1.1F Category 05SW1


1.4G Category 02SW1

0299

BOMBS, PHOTO-FLASH

1.3G Category 03SW1


1.4G Category 02SW1


1.4G Category 02SW1

SG74


1.4G Category 02SW1

0305

FLASH POWDER

1.3G Category 03SW1

0306

TRACERS FOR AMMUNITION

1.4G Category 02SW1

0312

CARTRIDGES, SIGNAL

1.4G Category 02SW1

0313

SIGNALS, SMOKE

1.2G Category 03SW1



UN Number



Class ordivision

Subsidiaryrisk(s)

Packing Group

Stowage and


0314

IGNITERS

1.2G Category 03SW1

0315

IGNITERS

1.3G Category 03SW1

0316

FUZES, IGNITING

1.3G Category 03SW1

0317

FUZES, IGNITING

1.4G Category 02SW1


1.3G Category 03SW1

0319

PRIMERS, TUBULAR

1.3G Category 03SW1

0320

PRIMERS, TUBULAR

1.4G Category 02SW1


1.2E Category 04SW1

0322 ROCKET MOTORS WITH HYPERGOLIC LIQUIDS with or without expelling charge

1.2L Category 05SW1

0323


1.4S Category 01SW1


1.2F Category 05SW1

0325

IGNITERS

1.4G Category 02SW1

0326CARTRIDGES FOR WEAPONS, BLANK

1.1C Category 04SW1


1.3C Category 04SW1

0328CARTRIDGES FOR WEAPONS, INERT PROJECTILE

1.2C Category 04SW1

0329

TORPEDOES with bursting charge

1.1E Category 04SW1

0330


1.1F Category 05SW1

0331EXPLOSIVE, BLASTING, TYPE B (AGENT, BLASTING, TYPE B)

1.5D Category 03SW1

SG34

0332EXPLOSIVE, BLASTING, TYPE E (AGENT, BLASTING, TYPE E)

1.5D Category 03SW1

SG34

0333

FIREWORKS

1.1G Category 03SW1

0334

FIREWORKS

1.2G Category 03SW1

0335

FIREWORKS

1.3G Category 03SW1

0336

FIREWORKS

1.4G Category 02SW1

0337

FIREWORKS

1.4S Category 01SW1


1.4C Category 02SW1


1.4C Category 02SW1

0340 NITROCELLULOSE dry or wetted with less than 25% water (or alcohol), by mass

1.1D Category 04SW1

0341NITROCELLULOSE unmodified or plasticized with less than 18% plasticizing substance, by mass

1.1D Category 04SW1



UN Number



Class ordivision

Subsidiaryrisk(s)

Packing Group

Stowage and


0342 NITROCELLULOSE, WETTED with not less than 25% alcohol, by mass

1.3C Category 04SW1

0343 NITROCELLULOSE, PLASTICIZED with not less than 18% plasticizing substance, by mass

1.3C Category 04SW1


1.4D Category 02SW1

0345

PROJECTILES inert, with tracer

1.4S Category 01SW1

0346PROJECTILES with burster or expelling charge

1.2D Category 04SW1


1.4D Category 02SW1


1.4F Category 05SW1

0349

ARTICLES, EXPLOSIVE, N.O.S.

1.4S Category 01SW1

0350


1.4B Category 05SW1

0351


1.4C Category 02SW1

0352


1.4D Category 02SW1

0353


1.4G Category 02SW1

0354


1.1L See SP943 Category 05SW1

0355



0356



0357SUBSTANCES, EXPLOSIVE, N.O.S.

1.1L Category 05SW1


1.2L Category 05SW1


1.3L Category 05SW1

0360DETONATOR ASSEMBLIES, NON-ELECTRIC for blasting

1.1B Category 05SW1


1.4B Category 05SW1

0362

AMMUNITION, PRACTICE

1.4G Category 02SW1

0363

AMMUNITION, PROOF

1.4G Category 02SW1


1.2B Category 05SW1


1.4B Category 05SW1


1.4S Category 01SW1

0367

FUZES, DETONATING

1.4S Category 01SW1

0368

FUZES, IGNITING

1.4S Category 01SW1


1.1F Category 05SW1



UN Number



Class ordivision

Subsidiaryrisk(s)

Packing Group

Stowage and


0370WARHEADS, ROCKET with burster or expelling charge

1.4D Category 02SW1

0371WARHEADS, ROCKET with burster or expelling charge

1.4F Category 05SW1


1.2G Category 03SW1

0373

SIGNAL DEVICES, HAND

1.4S Category 01SW1


1.1D Category 04SW1


1.2D Category 04SW1

0376

PRIMERS, TUBULAR

1.4S Category 01SW1

0377

PRIMERS, CAP TYPE

1.1B Category 05SW1

0378

PRIMERS, CAP TYPE

1.4B Category 05SW1

0379CASES, CARTRIDGE, EMPTY, WITH PRIMER

1.4C Category 02SW1

0380

ARTICLES, PYROPHORIC

1.2L Category 05SW1

0381


1.2C Category 04SW1

0382COMPONENTS, EXPLOSIVE TRAIN, N.O.S.

1.2B Category 05SW1


1.4B Category 05SW1


1.4S Category 01SW1

0385

5-NITROBENZOTRIAZOL

1.1D Category 04SW1

0386TRINITROBENZENESULPHONIC ACID

1.1D Category 04SW1

SG31

0387

TRINITROFLUORENONE

1.1D Category 04SW1

0388TRINITROTOLUENE (TNT) AND TRINITROBENZENE MIXTURE or TRINITROTOLUENE (TNT) AND HEXANITROSTILBENE MIXTURE

1.1D Category 04SW1

0389 TRINITROTOLUENE (TNT) MIXTURE CONTAINING TRINITROBENZENE AND HEXANITROSTILBENE

1.1D Category 04SW1

0390

TRITONAL

1.1D Category 04SW1

0391

CYCLOTRIMETHYLENETRINITRAMINE (CYCLONITE; HEXOGEN; RDX) AND CYCLOTETRAMETHYLENETETRANITRAMINE (HMX; OCTOGEN) MIXTURE, WETTED with not less than 15% water, by mass or CYCLOTRIMETHYLENETRINITRAMINE (CYCLONITE; HEXOGEN; RDX) AND CYCLOTETRAMETHYLENETETRANITRAMINE (HMX; OCTOGEN) MIXTURE, DESENSITIZED with not less than 10% phlegmatizer, by mass

1.1D Category 04SW1



UN Number



Class ordivision

Subsidiaryrisk(s)

Packing Group

Stowage and


0392

HEXANITROSTILBENE

1.1D Category 04SW1

0393

HEXOTONAL

1.1D Category 04SW1

0394 TRINITRORESORCINOL (STYPHNIC ACID), WETTED with not less than 20% water, or mixture of a

1.1D Category 04SW1

SG31

0395ROCKET MOTORS, LIQUID FUELLED

1.2J Category 05SW1

SG67

0396ROCKET MOTORS, LIQUID FUELLED

1.3J Category 05SW1

SG67

0397ROCKETS, LIQUID FUELLED with bursting charge

1.1J Category 05SW1

SG67

0398ROCKETS, LIQUID FUELLED with bursting charge

1.2J Category 05SW1

SG67

0399BOMBS WITH FLAMMABLE LIQUID with bursting charge

1.1J Category 05SW1

SG67

0400BOMBS WITH FLAMMABLE LIQUID with bursting charge

1.2J Category 05SW1

SG67

0401 DIPICRYL SULPHIDE dry or wetted with less than 10% water, by mass

1.1D Category 04SW1

0402

AMMONIUM PERCHLORATE

1.1D Category 04SW1

SG27

0403

FLARES, AERIAL

1.4G Category 02SW1

0404

FLARES, AERIAL

1.4S Category 01SW1

0405

CARTRIDGES, SIGNAL

1.4S Category 01SW1

0406

DINITROSOBENZENE

1.3C Category 04SW1

0407

TETRAZOL-1-ACETIC ACID

1.4C Category 02SW1

0408FUZES, DETONATING with protective features

1.1D Category 04SW1


1.2D Category 04SW1


1.4D Category 02SW1

0411 PENTAERYTHRITE TETRANITRATE (PENTAERYTHRITOL TETRANITRATE; PETN) with not less than 7% wax, by mass

1.1D Category 04SW1


1.4E Category 03SW1

0413CARTRIDGES FOR WEAPONS, BLANK

1.2C Category 04SW1


1.2C Category 04SW1

0415

CHARGES, PROPELLING

1.2C Category 04SW1


1.3C Category 04SW1

0418

FLARES, SURFACE

1.1G Category 03SW1

0419

FLARES, SURFACE

1.2G Category 03SW1



UN Number



Class ordivision

Subsidiaryrisk(s)

Packing Group

Stowage and


0420

FLARES, AERIAL

1.1G Category 03SW1

0421

FLARES, AERIAL

1.2G Category 03SW1

0424


1.3G Category 03SW1

0425


1.4G Category 02SW1


1.2F Category 05SW1


1.4F Category 05SW1

0428ARTICLES, PYROTECHNIC for technical purposes

1.1G Category 03SW1


1.2G Category 03SW1


1.3G Category 03SW1


1.4G Category 02SW1


1.4S Category 01SW1

0433 POWDER CAKE (POWDER PASTE), WETTED with not less than 17% alcohol, by mass

1.1C Category 04SW1


1.2G Category 03SW1


1.4G Category 02SW1

0436

ROCKETS with expelling charge

1.2C Category 04SW1

0437


1.3C Category 04SW1

0438


1.4C Category 02SW1


1.2D Category 04SW1


1.4D Category 02SW1


1.4S Category 01SW1

0442CHARGES, EXPLOSIVE, COMMERCIAL without detonator

1.1D Category 04SW1


1.2D Category 04SW1


1.4D Category 02SW1


1.4S Category 01SW1

0446CASES, COMBUSTIBLE, EMPTY, WITHOUT PRIMER

1.4C Category 02SW1

0447CASES, COMBUSTIBLE, EMPTY, WITHOUT PRIMER

1.3C Category 04SW1

04485-MERCAPTOTETRAZOL-1-ACETIC ACID

1.4C Category 02SW1

0449TORPEDOES, LIQUID-FUELLED with or without bursting charge

1.1J Category 05SW1

SG67



UN Number



Class ordivision

Subsidiaryrisk(s)

Packing Group

Stowage and


0450TORPEDOES, LIQUID-FUELLED with inert head

1.3J Category 05SW1

SG67

0451


1.1D Category 04SW1


1.4G Category 02SW1

0453


1.4G Category 02SW1

0454

IGNITERS

1.4S Category 01SW1


1.4S Category 01SW1


1.4S Category 01SW1

0457CHARGES, BURSTING, PLASTICS BONDED

1.1D Category 04SW1


1.2D Category 04SW1


1.4D Category 02SW1


1.4S Category 01SW1


1.1B Category 05SW1

0462


1.1C Category 04SW1

0463


1.1D Category 04SW1

0464


1.1E Category 04SW1

0465


1.1F Category 05SW1

0466


1.2C Category 04SW1

0467


1.2D Category 04SW1

0468


1.2E Category 04SW1

0469


1.2F Category 05SW1

0470


1.3C Category 04SW1

0471


1.4E Category 03SW1

0472


1.4F Category 05SW1


1.1A Category 05SW1


1.1C Category 04SW1


1.1D Category 04SW1


1.1G Category 03SW1


1.3C Category 04SW1



UN Number



Class ordivision

Subsidiaryrisk(s)

Packing Group

Stowage and



1.3G Category 03SW1


1.4C Category 02SW1


1.4D Category 02SW1


1.4S Category 01SW1

0482 SUBSTANCES, EXPLOSIVE, VERY INSENSITIVE (SUBSTANCES, EVI), N.O.S.

1.5D Category 03SW1

0483CYCLOTRIMETHYLENETRINITRAMINE (CYCLONITE; HEXOGEN; RDX), DESENSITIZED

1.1D Category 04SW1

0484 CYCLOTETRAMETHYLENETETRANITRAMINE (OCTOGEN; HMX), DESENSITIZED

1.1D Category 04SW1


1.4G Category 02SW1

0486 ARTICLES, EXPLOSIVE, EXTREMELY INSENSITIVE (ARTICLES, EEI)

1.6N Category 03SW1

0487

SIGNALS, SMOKE

1.3G Category 03SW1

0488

AMMUNITION, PRACTICE

1.3G Category 03SW1

0489

DINITROGLYCOLURIL (DINGU)

1.1D Category 04SW1

0490

NITROTRIAZOLONE (NTO)

1.1D Category 04SW1

0491

CHARGES, PROPELLING

1.4C Category 02SW1


1.3G Category 03SW1


1.4G Category 02SW1

0494 JET PERFORATING GUNS, CHARGED oil well, without detonator

1.4D Category 02SW1

0495

PROPELLANT, LIQUID

1.3C Category 04SW1

0496

OCTONAL

1.1D Category 04SW1

0497

PROPELLANT, LIQUID

1.1C Category 04SW1

0498

PROPELLANT, SOLID

1.1C Category 04SW1

0499

PROPELLANT, SOLID

1.3C Category 04SW1


1.4S Category 01SW1

0501

PROPELLANT, SOLID

1.4C Category 02SW1

0502

ROCKETS with inert head

1.2C Category 04SW1

0503 AIR BAG INFLATORS or AIR BAG MODULES or SEAT-BELT PRETENSIONERS

1.4G Category 02SW1

0504

1H-TETRAZOLE

1.1D Category 04SW1

0505

SIGNALS, DISTRESS, ship

1.4G Category 02SW1



UN Number



Class ordivision

Subsidiaryrisk(s)

Packing Group

Stowage and


0506

SIGNALS, DISTRESS, ship

1.4S Category 01SW1

0507

SIGNALS, SMOKE

1.4S Category 01SW1

05081-HYDROXYBENZOTRIAZOLE, ANHYDROUS, dry or wetted with less than 20% water, by mass

1.3C Category 04SW1

0509

POWDER, SMOKELESS

1.4C Category 02SW1

1001

ACETYLENE, DISSOLVED

2.1 Category DSW1SW2

SG46

1002AIR, COMPRESSED

2.2 Category A

1003AIR, REFRIGERATED LIQUID

2.2 5.1 Category D

1005

AMMONIA, ANHYDROUS

2.3 8 Category DSW2

SG35SG46

1006ARGON, COMPRESSED

2.2 Category A

1008

BORON TRIFLUORIDE

2.3 8 Category DSW2

1009 BROMOTRIFLUOROMETHANE (REFRIGERANT GAS R 13B1)

2.2 Category A

1010 BUTADIENES, STABILIZED or BUTADIENES AND HYDROCARBON MIXTURE, STABILIZED with more than 40% butadienes

2.1 Category BSW2

1011

BUTANE

2.1 Category ESW2

1012

BUTYLENE

2.1 Category ESW2

1013CARBON DIOXIDE

2.2 Category A

1016CARBON MONOXIDE, COMPRESSED

2.3 2.1 Category DSW2

1017

CHLORINE

2.3 5.1/8 P Category DSW2

SG6SG19

1018 CHLORODIFLUOROMETHANE (REFRIGERANT GAS R 22)

2.2 Category A

1020CHLOROPENTAFLUOROETHANE (REFRIGERANT GAS R 115)

2.2 Category A

1021 1-CHLORO-1,2,2,2-TETRAFLUOROETHANE (REFRIGERANT GAS R 124)

2.2 Category A

1022 CHLOROTRIFLUOROMETHANE (REFRIGERANT GAS R 13)

2.2 Category A

1023

COAL GAS, COMPRESSED


1026

CYANOGEN


1027

CYCLOPROPANE

2.1 Category ESW2

1028 DICHLORODIFLUOROMETHANE (REFRIGERANT GAS R 12)

2.2 Category A

1029 DICHLOROFLUOROMETHANE (REFRIGERANT GAS R 21)

2.2 Category A

10301,1-DIFLUOROETHANE (REFRIGERANT GAS R 152a)

2.1 Category BSW2

1032

DIMETHYLAMINE, ANHYDROUS

2.1 Category DSW2

1033

DIMETHYL ETHER

2.1 Category BSW2

1035

ETHANE

2.1 Category ESW2



UN Number



Class ordivision

Subsidiaryrisk(s)

Packing Group

Stowage and


1036

ETHYLAMINE

2.1 Category DSW2

1037

ETHYL CHLORIDE

2.1 Category BSW2

1038ETHYLENE, REFRIGERATED LIQUID

2.1 Category DSW2

1039

ETHYL METHYL ETHER

2.1 Category BSW2

1040ETHYLENE OXIDE or ETHYLENE OXIDE WITH NITROGEN up to a total pressure of 1MPa (10 bar) at 50°C


1041 ETHYLENE OXIDE AND CARBON DIOXIDE MIXTURE with more than 9% but not more than 87% ethyle

2.1 Category BSW2

1043FERTILIZER AMMONIATING SOLUTION with free ammonia

2.2 Category ESW2

1044 FIRE EXTINGUISHERS with compressed or liquefied gas

2.2 Category A

1045

FLUORINE, COMPRESSED

2.3 5.1/8 Category DSW2

SG6SG19

1046HELIUM, COMPRESSED

2.2 Category A

1048HYDROGEN BROMIDE, ANHYDROUS

2.3 8 Category DSW2

1049

HYDROGEN, COMPRESSED

2.1 Category ESW2

SG46

1050HYDROGEN CHLORIDE, ANHYDROUS

2.3 8 Category DSW2

1051 HYDROGEN CYANIDE, STABILIZED containing less than 3% water

6.1 3P I Category DSW2

1052HYDROGEN FLUORIDE, ANHYDROUS

8 6.1 I Category DSW2

1053

HYDROGEN SULPHIDE


1055

ISOBUTYLENE

2.1 Category ESW2

1056KRYPTON, COMPRESSED

2.2 Category A

1057LIGHTERS or LIGHTER REFILLS containing flammable gas

2.1 Category BSW2

1058 LIQUEFIED GASES non-flammable, charged with nitrogen, carbon dioxide or air

2.2 Category A

1060 METHYLACETYLENE AND PROPADIENE MIXTURE, STABILIZED

2.1 Category BSW2

1061

METHYLAMINE, ANHYDROUS

2.1 Category BSW2

1062METHYL BROMIDE with not more than 2.0% chloropicrin

2.3 Category DSW2

1063METHYL CHLORIDE (REFRIGERANT GAS R 40)

2.1 Category DSW2

1064

METHYL MERCAPTAN

2.3 2.1 P Category DSW2

1065NEON, COMPRESSED

2.2 Category A

1066NITROGEN, COMPRESSED

2.2 Category A

1067DINITROGEN TETROXIDE (NITROGEN DIOXIDE)


SG6SG19

1069

NITROSYL CHLORIDE

2.3 8 Category DSW2



UN Number



Class ordivision

Subsidiaryrisk(s)

Packing Group

Stowage and


1070

NITROUS OXIDE

2.2 5.1 Category ASW2

1071

OIL GAS, COMPRESSED


1072OXYGEN, COMPRESSED

2.2 5.1 Category A

1073 OXYGEN, REFRIGERATED LIQUID

2.2 5.1 Category D

1075PETROLEUM GASES, LIQUEFIED

2.1 Category ESW2

1076

PHOSGENE

2.3 8 Category DSW2

1077

PROPYLENE

2.1 Category ESW2

1078REFRIGERANT GAS, N.O.S.

2.2 Category A

1079

SULPHUR DIOXIDE

2.3 8 Category DSW2

1080SULPHUR HEXAFLUORIDE

2.2 Category A

1081TETRAFLUOROETHYLENE, STABILIZED

2.1 Category ESW2

1082TRIFLUOROCHLOROETHYLENE, STABILIZED


1083TRIMETHYLAMINE, ANHYDROUS

2.1 Category BSW2

1085

VINYL BROMIDE, STABILIZED

2.1 Category BSW2

1086

VINYL CHLORIDE, STABILIZED

2.1 Category BSW2

1087VINYL METHYL ETHER, STABILIZED

2.1 Category BSW2

1088ACETAL

3 II Category E

1089ACETALDEHYDE

3 I Category E

1090 ACETONE (ACETONE SOLUTIONS)

3 II Category E

1091ACETONE OILS

3 II Category B

1092

ACROLEIN, STABILIZED


1093

ACRYLONITRILE, STABILIZED

3 6.1 I Category ESW2

1098

ALLYL ALCOHOL

6.1 3 I Category DSW2

1099

ALLYL BROMIDE

3 6.1 P I Category BSW2

1100

ALLYL CHLORIDE


1104AMYL ACETATES

3 III Category A

1105PENTANOLS

3 II Category B

1105PENTANOLS

3 III Category A

1106AMYLAMINES

3 8 II Category B

1106AMYLAMINES

3 8 III Category A

1107AMYL CHLORIDES

3 II Category B

11081-PENTENE (n-AMYLENE)

3 I Category E

1109AMYL FORMATES

3 III Category A

1110n-AMYL METHYL KETONE

3 III Category A



UN Number



Class ordivision

Subsidiaryrisk(s)

Packing Group

Stowage and


1111

AMYL MERCAPTANS

3 II Category B SG50SG57

1112

AMYL NITRATES

3 III Category ASW2

1113

AMYL NITRITE

3 II Category ESW2

1114

BENZENE

3 II Category BSW2

1120BUTANOLS

3 II Category B

1120BUTANOLS

3 III Category A

1123BUTYL ACETATES

3 II Category B

1123BUTYL ACETATES

3 III Category A

1125

n-BUTYLAMINE

3 8 II Category BSW2

1126

1-BROMOBUTANE

3 II Category BSW2

1127CHLOROBUTANES

3 II Category B

1128n-BUTYL FORMATE

3 II Category B

1129BUTYRALDEHYDE

3 II Category B

1130CAMPHOR OIL

3 III Category A

1131

CARBON DISULPHIDE


SG63

1133 ADHESIVES containing flammable liquid

3 I Category E


3 II Category B


3 III Category A

1134CHLOROBENZENE

3 III Category A

1135

ETHYLENE CHLOROHYDRIN


1136 COAL TAR DISTILLATES, FLAMMABLE

3 II Category B

1136 COAL TAR DISTILLATES, FLAMMABLE

3 III Category A

1139 COATING SOLUTION (includes surface treatments or coatings used for industrial purposes such as vehicle under-coating, drum or barrel lining)

3 I Category E


3 II Category B


3 III Category A

1143 CROTONALDEHYDE or CROTONALDEHYDE, STABILIZED


1144CROTONYLENE

3 I Category E

1145CYCLOHEXANE

3 II Category E

1146CYCLOPENTANE

3 II Category E

1147DECAHYDRONAPHTHALENES

3 III Category A

1148DIACETONE ALCOHOL

3 II Category B

1148DIACETONE ALCOHOL

3 III Category A

1149DIBUTYL ETHERS

3 III Category A



UN Number



Class ordivision

Subsidiaryrisk(s)

Packing Group

Stowage and


11501,2-DICHLOROETHYLENE

3 II Category B

1152DICHLOROPENTANES

3 III Category A

1153 ETHYLENE GLYCOL DIETHYL ETHER

3 II Category A

1153 ETHYLENE GLYCOL DIETHYL ETHER

3 III Category A

1154

DIETHYLAMINE

3 8 II Category ESW2

1155DIETHYL ETHER (ETHYL ETHER)

3 I Category ESW2

1156DIETHYL KETONE

3 II Category B

1157DIISOBUTYL KETONE

3 III Category A

1158DIISOPROPYLAMINE

3 8 II Category B

1159

DIISOPROPYL ETHER

3 II Category ESW2

1160 DIMETHYLAMINE, AQUEOUS SOLUTION

3 8 II Category B SG35

1161DIMETHYL CARBONATE

3 II Category B

1162

DIMETHYLDICHLOROSILANE


1163

DIMETHYLHYDRAZINE, UNSYMMETRICAL

6.1 3/8P I Category DSW2

SG5SG8SG13SG35

1164

DIMETHYL SULPHIDE

3 II Category ESW2

1165DIOXANE

3 II Category B

1166

DIOXOLANE

3 II Category BSW2

1167

DIVINYL ETHER, STABILIZED

3 I Category ESW2

1169EXTRACTS, AROMATIC, LIQUID

3 II Category B

1169EXTRACTS, AROMATIC, LIQUID

3 III Category A

1170 ETHANOL (ETHYL ALCOHOL) or ETHANOL SOLUTION (ETHYL ALCOHOL SOLUTION)

3 II Category A

1170 ETHANOL (ETHYL ALCOHOL) or ETHANOL SOLUTION (ETHYL ALCOHOL SOLUTION)

3 III Category A

1171 ETHYLENE GLYCOL MONOETHYL ETHER

3 III Category A

1172ETHYLENE GLYCOL MONOETHYL ETHER ACETATE

3 III Category A

1173ETHYL ACETATE

3 II Category B

1175ETHYLBENZENE

3 II Category B

1176ETHYL BORATE

3 II Category B

11772-ETHYLBUTYL ACETATE

3 III Category A

11782-ETHYLBUTYRALDEHYDE

3 II Category B

1179ETHYL BUTYL ETHER

3 II Category B

1180ETHYL BUTYRATE

3 III Category A

1181ETHYL CHLOROACETATE

6.1 3 II Category A

1182

ETHYL CHLOROFORMATE

6.1 "3/8 I Category DSW2

SG5SG8

1183

ETHYLDICHLOROSILANE


SG5SG7SG8SG13



UN Number



Class ordivision

Subsidiaryrisk(s)

Packing Group

Stowage and


1184

ETHYLENE DICHLORIDE

3 6.1 II Category BSW2

1185

ETHYLENEIMINE, STABILIZED


1188 ETHYLENE GLYCOL MONOMETHYL ETHER

3 III Category A

1189 ETHYLENE GLYCOL MONOMETHYL ETHER ACETATE

3 III Category A

1190ETHYL FORMATE

3 II Category E

1191OCTYL ALDEHYDES

3 III Category A

1192ETHYL LACTATE

3 III Category A

1193 ETHYL METHYL KETONE (METHYL ETHYL KETONE)

3 II Category B

1194

ETHYL NITRITE SOLUTION


1195ETHYL PROPIONATE

3 II Category B

1196

ETHYLTRICHLOROSILANE


1197 EXTRACTS, FLAVOURING, LIQUID

3 II Category B

1197 EXTRACTS, FLAVOURING, LIQUID

3 III Category A

1198FORMALDEHYDE SOLUTION, FLAMMABLE

3 8 III Category ASW2

1199FURALDEHYDES

6.1 3 II Category A

1201FUSEL OIL

3 II Category B

1201FUSEL OIL

3 III Category A

1202 GAS OIL or DIESEL FUEL or HEATING OIL, LIGHT

3 III Category A

1203 MOTOR SPIRIT or GASOLINE or PETROL

3 II Category E

1204 NITROGLYCERIN SOLUTION IN ALCOHOL with not more than 1% nitroglycerin

3 II Category B

1206HEPTANES

3 II Category B

1207HEXALDEHYDE

3 III Category A

1208HEXANES

3 II Category E

1210 PRINTING INK flammable or PRINTING INK RELATED MATERIAL (including printing ink thinning or reducing compound), flammable

3 I Category E


3 II Category B


3 III Category A

1212 ISOBUTANOL (ISOBUTYL ALCOHOL)

3 III Category A

1213ISOBUTYL ACETATE

3 II Category B

1214

ISOBUTYLAMINE


1216ISOOCTENES

3 II Category B

1218ISOPRENE, STABILIZED

3 I Category E

1219 ISOPROPANOL (ISOPROPYL ALCOHOL)

3 II Category B

1220ISOPROPYL ACETATE

3 II Category B



UN Number



Class ordivision

Subsidiaryrisk(s)

Packing Group

Stowage and


1221

ISOPROPYLAMINE

3 8 I Category ESW2

1222ISOPROPYL NITRATE

3 II Category D

1223KEROSENE

3 III Category A

1224KETONES, LIQUID, N.O.S.

3 II Category B

1224KETONES, LIQUID, N.O.S.

3 III Category A

1228 MERCAPTANS, LIQUID, FLAMMABLE, TOXIC, N.O.S. or MERCAPTAN MIXTURE, LIQUID, FLAMMABLE, TO


SG50SG57

1228 MERCAPTANS, LIQUID, FLAMMABLE, TOXIC, N.O.S. or MERCAPTAN MIXTURE, LIQUID, FLAMMABLE, N.O.S

3 6.1 III Category BSW2

SG50SG57

1229MESITYL OXIDE

3 III Category A

1230

METHANOL


1231METHYL ACETATE

3 II Category B

1233METHYLAMYL ACETATE

3 III Category A

1234METHYLAL

3 II Category E

1235METHYLAMINE, AQUEOUS SOLUTION

3 II Category E SG35SG54

1237METHYL BUTYRATE

3 II Category B

1238

METHYL CHLOROFORMATE


SG5SG8

1239METHYL CHLOROMETHYL ETHER


1242

METHYLDICHLOROSILANE


SG5SG7SG8SG13

1243METHYL FORMATE

3 I Category E

1244

METHYLHYDRAZINE


SG5SG8SG13SG35

1245METHYL ISOBUTYL KETONE

3 II Category B

1246 METHYL ISOPROPENYL KETONE, STABILIZED

3 II Category B

1247METHYL METHACRYLATE MONOMER, STABILIZED

3 II Category BSW2

1248METHYL PROPIONATE

3 II Category B

1249METHYL PROPYL KETONE

3 II Category B

1250

METHYLTRICHLOROSILANE


1251METHYL VINYL KETONE, STABILIZED


SG5SG8

1259

NICKEL CARBONYL


SG63

1261NITROMETHANE

3 II Category A

1262OCTANES

3 II Category B

1263 PAINT (including paint, lacquer, enamel, stain, shellac solutions, varnish, polish, liquid filler and liquid lacquer base) or PAINT RELATED MATERIAL (including paint thinning or reducing compound)

3 I Category E



UN Number



Class ordivision

Subsidiaryrisk(s)

Packing Group

Stowage and



3 II Category B


3 III Category A

1264PARALDEHYDE

3 III Category A

1265PENTANES, liquid

3 I Category E

1265PENTANES, liquid

3 II Category E

1266 PERFUMERY PRODUCTS with flammable solvents

3 II Category B

1266 PERFUMERY PRODUCTS with flammable solvents

3 III Category A

1267PETROLEUM CRUDE OIL

3 I Category E


3 II Category B


3 III Category A

1268 PETROLEUM DISTILLATES, N.O.S. or PETROLEUM PRODUCTS, N.O.S.

3 I Category E


3 II Category B


3 III Category A

1272PINE OIL

3 III Category A

1274 n-PROPANOL (PROPYL ALCOHOL, NORMAL)

3 II Category B

1274 n-PROPANOL (PROPYL ALCOHOL, NORMAL)

3 III Category A

1275PROPIONALDEHYDE

3 II Category E

1276n-PROPYL ACETATE

3 II Category B

1277

PROPYLAMINE


12781-CHLOROPROPANE

3 II Category E

12791,2-DICHLOROPROPANE

3 II Category B

1280

PROPYLENE OXIDE

3 I Category ESW2

1281PROPYL FORMATES

3 II Category B

1282

PYRIDINE

3 II Category BSW2

1286ROSIN OIL

3 II Category B

1286ROSIN OIL

3 III Category A

1287RUBBER SOLUTION

3 II Category B

1287RUBBER SOLUTION

3 III Category A

1288SHALE OIL

3 II Category B

1288SHALE OIL

3 III Category A

1289 SODIUM METHYLATE SOLUTION in alcohol

3 8 II Category B

1289 SODIUM METHYLATE SOLUTION in alcohol

3 8 III Category A

1292TETRAETHYL SILICATE

3 III Category A

1293TINCTURES, MEDICINAL

3 II Category B



UN Number



Class ordivision

Subsidiaryrisk(s)

Packing Group

Stowage and


1293TINCTURES, MEDICINAL

3 III Category A

1294TOLUENE

3 II Category B

1295

TRICHLOROSILANE


SG5SG7SG8SG13SG72

1296

TRIETHYLAMINE


1297 TRIMETHYLAMINE, AQUEOUS SOLUTION not more than 50% trimethylamine, by mass

3 8 I Category DSW2

SG54



SG54



SG54

1298

TRIMETHYLCHLOROSILANE


1299TURPENTINE

3 III Category A

1300TURPENTINE SUBSTITUTE

3 II Category B

1300TURPENTINE SUBSTITUTE

3 III Category A

1301VINYL ACETATE, STABILIZED

3 II Category B

1302 VINYL ETHYL ETHER, STABILIZED

3 I Category D

1303VINYLIDENE CHLORIDE, STABILIZED

3 P I Category ESW2

1304 VINYL ISOBUTYL ETHER, STABILIZED

3 II Category B

1305

VINYLTRICHLOROSILANE


1306 WOOD PRESERVATIVES, LIQUID

3 II Category B

1306 WOOD PRESERVATIVES, LIQUID

3 III Category A

1307XYLENES

3 II Category B

1307XYLENES

3 III Category A

1308 ZIRCONIUM, SUSPENDED IN A FLAMMABLE LIQUID

3 I Category D


3 II Category B


3 III Category B

1309

ALUMINIUM POWDER, COATED

4.1 II Category AH1

SG17SG32SG35SG36SG52

1309

ALUMINIUM POWDER, COATED

4.1 III Category AH1


1310 AMMONIUM PICRATE, WETTED with not less than 10% water, by mass

4.1 I Category D SG7SG30

1312BORNEOL

4.1 III Category A

1313CALCIUM RESINATE

4.1 III Category A

1314CALCIUM RESINATE, FUSED

4.1 III Category A

1318 COBALT RESINATE, PRECIPITATED

4.1 III Category A

1320DINITROPHENOL, WETTED with not less than 15% water, by mass

4.1 I Category E SG7SG30



UN Number



Class ordivision

Subsidiaryrisk(s)

Packing Group

Stowage and


1321 DINITROPHENOLATES, WETTED with not less than 15% water, by mass

4.1 6.1P I Category E SG7SG30

1322 DINITRORESORCINOL, WETTED with not less than 15% water, by mass


1323FERROCERIUM

4.1 II Category A

1324FILMS, NITROCELLULOSE BASE gelatin coated, except scrap

4.1 III Category D SG7

1325 FLAMMABLE SOLID, ORGANIC, N.O.S.

4.1 II Category B

1325 FLAMMABLE SOLID, ORGANIC, N.O.S.

4.1 III Category B

1326 HAFNIUM POWDER, WETTED with not less than 25% water (a visible excess of water must be present) (a) mechanically produced, particle size less than 53 microns; (b) chemically produced, particle size less than 840 microns

4.1 II Category E SG17

1327

HAY, STRAW or BHUSA

4.1 Category ASW10

SG23

1328HEXAMETHYLENETETRAMINE

4.1 III Category A

1330MANGANESE RESINATE

4.1 III Category A

1331MATCHES, 'STRIKE ANYWHERE'

4.1 III Category B

1332METALDEHYDE

4.1 III Category A

1333

CERIUM slabs, ingots or rods

4.1 II Category A SG15SG17

1334

NAPHTHALENE, CRUDE or NAPHTHALENE, REFINED

4.1 III Category ASW23

1336 NITROGUANIDINE (PICRITE), WETTED with not less than 20% water, by mass


1337NITROSTARCH, WETTED with not less than 20% water, by mass


1338PHOSPHORUS, AMORPHOUS

4.1 III Category A SG17

1339 PHOSPHORUS HEPTASULPHIDE free from yellow or white phosphorus

4.1 II Category B SG17

1340 PHOSPHORUS PENTASULPHIDE free from yellow or white phosphorus

4.3 II Category D

1341 PHOSPHORUS SESQUISULPHIDE free from yellow or white phosphorus


1343 PHOSPHORUS TRISULPHIDE free from yellow or white phosphorus


1344 TRINITROPHENOL (PICRIC ACID), WETTED with not less than 30% water, by mass


1345RUBBER SCRAP powdered or granulated, not exceeding 840 microns and rubber content exceeding 45% or RUBBER SHODDY powdered or granulated, not exceeding 840 microns and rubber content exceeding 45%

4.1 II Category A

1346 SILICON POWDER, AMORPHOUS


1347SILVER PICRATE, WETTED with not less than 30% water, by mass


1348 SODIUM DINITRO-o-CRESOLATE, WETTED with not less than 15% water, by mass


1349 SODIUM PICRAMATE, WETTED with not less than 20% water, by mass




UN Number



Class ordivision

Subsidiaryrisk(s)

Packing Group

Stowage and


1350

SULPHUR

4.1 III Category ASW1SW23

SG17

1352 TITANIUM POWDER, WETTED with not less than 25% water (a visible excess of water must be present) (a) mechanically produced, particle size less than 53 microns; (b) chemically produced, particle size less than 840 microns


1353 FIBRES or FABRICS IMPREGNATED WITH WEAKLY NITRATED NITROCELLULOSE, N.O.S.

4.1 III Category D

1354 TRINITROBENZENE, WETTED with not less than 30% water, by mass


1355 TRINITROBENZOIC ACID, WETTED with not less than 30% water, by mass


1356 TRINITROTOLUENE (TNT), WETTED with not less than 30% water, by mass


1357UREA NITRATE, WETTED with not less than 20% water, by mass


1358 ZIRCONIUM POWDER, WETTED with not less than 25% water (a visible excess of water must be present) (a) mechanically produced, particle size less than 53 microns; (b) chemically produced, particle size less than 840 microns


1360

CALCIUM PHOSPHIDE

4.3 6.1 I Category ESW2SW5

SG35

1361CARBON animal or vegetable origin

4.2 II Category ASW1H2

1361CARBON animal or vegetable origin

4.2 III Category ASW1H2

1362

CARBON, ACTIVATED


1363

COPRA

4.2 III Category ASW1SW9H1

1364COTTON WASTE, OILY


1365COTTON, WET

4.2 III Category A

1369p-NITROSODIMETHYLANILINE

4.2 II Category D SG29

1372 FIBRES ANIMAL or FIBRES VEGETABLE burnt, wet or damp

4.2 III Category A

1373 FIBRES or FABRICS, ANIMAL or VEGETABLE or SYNTHETIC N.O.S. with oil

4.2 III Category A

1374 FISHMEAL, UNSTABILIZED (FISHSCRAP, UNSTABILIZED) High hazard. Unrestricted moisture content, Unrestricted fat content in excess of 12%, by mass; unrestricted fat content in excess of 15%, by mass, in the case of antioxidant treated fishmeal or fishscrap

4.2 II Category BSW1SW24

SG65

1374 FISHMEAL, UNSTABILIZED (FISHSCRAP, UNSTABILIZED) High hazard Unrestricted moisture content, Unrestricted fat content in excess of 12%, by mass; unrestricted fat content in excess of 15%, by mass, in the case of antioxidant treated fishmeal or fishscrap


1376 IRON OXIDE, SPENT or IRON SPONGE, SPENT obtained from coal gas purification

4.2 III Category E



UN Number



Class ordivision

Subsidiaryrisk(s)

Packing Group

Stowage and


1378 METAL CATALYST, WETTED with a visible excess of liquid

4.2 II Category C

1379 PAPER, UNSATURATED OIL TREATED incompletely dried (including carbon paper)

4.2 III Category A

1380PENTABORANE

4.2 6.1 I Category D

1381 PHOSPHORUS, WHITE or YELLOW, DRY or UNDER WATER or IN SOLUTION

4.2 6.1P I Category E

1382 POTASSIUM SULPHIDE, ANHYDROUS or POTASSIUM SULPHIDE with less than 30% water of crystall

4.2 II Category A SG35

1383PYROPHORIC METAL, N.O.S. or PYROPHORIC ALLOY, N.O.S.

4.2 I Category D

1384 SODIUM DITHIONITE (SODIUM HYDROSULPHITE)

4.2 II Category EH1

1385 SODIUM SULPHIDE, ANHYDROUS or SODIUM SULPHIDE with less than 30% water of crystallizatio


1386SEED CAKE, containing vegetable oil (a) mechanically expelled seeds, containing more tha

4.2 III Category ESW1SW25H1

1386SEED CAKE, containing vegetable oil (b) solvent extractions and expelled seeds, containi


1387WOOL WASTE, WET

4.2 III Category A

1389 ALKALI METAL AMALGAM, LIQUID

4.3 I Category D SG35

1390

ALKALI METAL AMIDE

4.3 II Category ESW2

SG35

1391 ALKALI METAL DISPERSION or ALKALINE EARTH METAL DISPERSION


1392 ALKALINE EARTH METAL AMALGAM, LIQUID


1393 ALKALINE EARTH METAL ALLOY, N.O.S.


1394ALUMINIUM CARBIDE


1395

ALUMINIUM FERROSILICON POWDER

4.3 6.1 II Category ASW2SW5H1

SG32SG35SG36

1396

ALUMINIUM POWDER, UNCOATED

4.3 II Category A SG32SG35SG36

1396

ALUMINIUM POWDER, UNCOATED

4.3 III Category A SG32SG35SG36

1397

ALUMINIUM PHOSPHIDE


SG35

1398

ALUMINIUM SILICON POWDER, UNCOATED


SG32SG35SG36

1400BARIUM


1401CALCIUM


1402CALCIUM CARBIDE

4.3 I Category B SG35

1402CALCIUM CARBIDE


1403 CALCIUM CYANAMIDE with more than 0.1% calcium carbide


1404CALCIUM HYDRIDE

4.3 I Category E SG35

1405

CALCIUM SILICIDE

4.3 II Category BSW5H1

SG35

1405

CALCIUM SILICIDE

4.3 III Category BSW5H1

SG35



UN Number



Class ordivision

Subsidiaryrisk(s)

Packing Group

Stowage and


1407CAESIUM


1408

FERROSILICON with 30% or more but less than 90% silicon

4.3 6.1 III Category ASW2SW5H1

SG35SG36

1409 METAL HYDRIDES, WATER-REACTIVE, N.O.S.


1409 METAL HYDRIDES, WATER-REACTIVE, N.O.S.

4.3 II Category D SG35

1410LITHIUM ALUMINIUM HYDRIDE


1411LITHIUM ALUMINIUM HYDRIDE, ETHEREAL


1413LITHIUM BOROHYDRIDE


1414LITHIUM HYDRIDE


1415LITHIUM


1417

LITHIUM SILICON


1418MAGNESIUM POWDER or MAGNESIUM ALLOYS POWDER

4.3 4.2 I Category A SG32SG35


4.3 4.2 II Category A SG32SG35


4.3 4.2 III Category A SG32SG35

1419

MAGNESIUM ALUMINIUM PHOSPHIDE


SG35

1420 POTASSIUM METAL ALLOYS, LIQUID


1421 ALKALI METAL ALLOY, LIQUID, N.O.S.


1422 POTASSIUM SODIUM ALLOYS, LIQUID


1423RUBIDIUM


1426SODIUM BOROHYDRIDE


1427SODIUM HYDRIDE


1428SODIUM


1431SODIUM METHYLATE

4.2 8 II Category B

1432

SODIUM PHOSPHIDE


SG35

1433

STANNIC PHOSPHIDE


SG35

1435ZINC ASHES

4.3 III Category A

1436

ZINC POWDER or ZINC DUST

4.3 4.2 I Category A SG35SG36

1436



1436



1437ZIRCONIUM HYDRIDE

4.1 II Category E

1438ALUMINIUM NITRATE

5.1 III Category A

1439AMMONIUM DICHROMATE


1442

AMMONIUM PERCHLORATE

5.1 II Category E SG49SG60

1444AMMONIUM PERSULPHATE

5.1 III Category A



UN Number



Class ordivision

Subsidiaryrisk(s)

Packing Group

Stowage and


1445

BARIUM CHLORATE, SOLID


1446BARIUM NITRATE

5.1 6.1 II Category A

1447

BARIUM PERCHLORATE, SOLID


1448

BARIUM PERMANGANATE

5.1 6.1 II Category D SG38SG49SG60

1449

BARIUM PEROXIDE

5.1 6.1 II Category AH1

SG16SG35SG59

1450

BROMATES, INORGANIC, N.O.S.


1451CAESIUM NITRATE

5.1 III Category A

1452

CALCIUM CHLORATE


1453

CALCIUM CHLORITE


1454

CALCIUM NITRATE


1455

CALCIUM PERCHLORATE


1456

CALCIUM PERMANGANATE

5.1 II Category D SG38SG49SG60

1457

CALCIUM PEROXIDE

5.1 II Category AH1

SG16SG35SG59

1458CHLORATE AND BORATE MIXTURE


1458CHLORATE AND BORATE MIXTURE

5.1 III Category A SG38SG49

1459CHLORATE AND MAGNESIUM CHLORIDE MIXTURE, SOLID


1459CHLORATE AND MAGNESIUM CHLORIDE MIXTURE, SOLID


1461CHLORATES, INORGANIC, N.O.S.


1462

CHLORITES, INORGANIC, N.O.S.


1463

CHROMIUM TRIOXIDE, ANHYDROUS

5.1 6.1/8 II Category A SG6SG16SG19

1465DIDYMIUM NITRATE

5.1 III Category A

1466FERRIC NITRATE

5.1 III Category A

1467GUANIDINE NITRATE


1469LEAD NITRATE

5.1 6.1P II Category A

1470

LEAD PERCHLORATE, SOLID

5.1 6.1P II Category A SG38SG49

1471

LITHIUM HYPOCHLORITE, DRY or LITHIUM HYPOCHLORITE MIXTURE

5.1 II Category ASW1SW8




UN Number



Class ordivision

Subsidiaryrisk(s)

Packing Group

Stowage and


1471

LITHIUM HYPOCHLORITE, DRY or LITHIUM HYPOCHLORITE MIXTURE



1472

LITHIUM PEROXIDE

5.1 II Category AH1

SG16SG35SG59

1473

MAGNESIUM BROMATE


1474

MAGNESIUM NITRATE


1475

MAGNESIUM PERCHLORATE


1476

MAGNESIUM PEROXIDE

5.1 II Category AH1

SG16SG35SG59

1477

NITRATES, INORGANIC, N.O.S.


1477

NITRATES, INORGANIC, N.O.S.


1479

OXIDIZING SOLID, N.O.S.

5.1 I Category D SG38SG49SG60SG61

1479


5.1 II Category B SG38SG49SG60SG61

1479


5.1 III Category B SG38SG49SG60SG61

1481PERCHLORATES, INORGANIC, N.O.S.


1481PERCHLORATES, INORGANIC, N.O.S.


1482

PERMANGANATES, INORGANIC, N.O.S.


1482

PERMANGANATES, INORGANIC, N.O.S.

5.1 III Category D SG38SG49SG60

1483

PEROXIDES, INORGANIC, N.O.S.

5.1 II Category AH1

SG16SG35SG59

1483

PEROXIDES, INORGANIC, N.O.S.


SG16SG35SG59

1484

POTASSIUM BROMATE


1485

POTASSIUM CHLORATE


1486

POTASSIUM NITRATE


1487POTASSIUM NITRATE AND SODIUM NITRITE MIXTURE


1488

POTASSIUM NITRITE


1489

POTASSIUM PERCHLORATE




UN Number



Class ordivision

Subsidiaryrisk(s)

Packing Group

Stowage and


1490

POTASSIUM PERMANGANATE


1491

POTASSIUM PEROXIDE

5.1 I Category BH1

SG16SG35SG59

1492

POTASSIUM PERSULPHATE


1493SILVER NITRATE

5.1 II Category A

1494

SODIUM BROMATE


1495

SODIUM CHLORATE


1496

SODIUM CHLORITE


1498

SODIUM NITRATE


1499SODIUM NITRATE AND POTASSIUM NITRATE MIXTURE


1500

SODIUM NITRITE


1502

SODIUM PERCHLORATE


1503

SODIUM PERMANGANATE


1504

SODIUM PEROXIDE

5.1 I Category BH1

SG16SG35SG59

1505

SODIUM PERSULPHATE


1506

STRONTIUM CHLORATE


1507STRONTIUM NITRATE

5.1 III Category A

1508

STRONTIUM PERCHLORATE


1509

STRONTIUM PEROXIDE

5.1 II Category AH1

SG16SG35SG59

1510

TETRANITROMETHANE

6.1 5.1 I Category DSW2

SG16

1511UREA HYDROGEN PEROXIDE

5.1 8 III Category AH1

1512ZINC AMMONIUM NITRITE

5.1 Category

1513

ZINC CHLORATE


1514ZINC NITRATE

5.1 II Category A

1515

ZINC PERMANGANATE


1516

ZINC PEROXIDE

5.1 II Category AH1

SG16SG35SG59

1517 ZIRCONIUM PICRAMATE, WETTED with not less than 20% water, by mass


1541

ACETONE CYANOHYDRIN, STABILIZED

6.1 P I Category DSW1SW2

SG35SG36



UN Number



Class ordivision

Subsidiaryrisk(s)

Packing Group

Stowage and


1544 ALKALOIDS, SOLID, N.O.S. or ALKALOIDS SALTS, SOLID, N.O.S.

6.1 I Category A


6.1 II Category A


6.1 III Category A

1545ALLYL ISOTHIOCYANATE, STABILIZED

6.1 3 II Category DSW2

1546AMMONIUM ARSENATE


1547

ANILINE

6.1 II Category ASW2

SG35

1548ANILINE HYDROCHLORIDE

6.1 III Category A

1549 ANTIMONY COMPOUND, INORGANIC, SOLID, N.O.S.

6.1 III Category A

1550ANTIMONY LACTATE

6.1 III Category A

1551 ANTIMONY POTASSIUM TARTRATE

6.1 III Category A

1553ARSENIC ACID, LIQUID


1554ARSENIC ACID, SOLID

6.1 II Category A

1555

ARSENIC BROMIDE

6.1 II Category ASW1SW2H2

1556ARSENIC COMPOUND, LIQUID, N.O.S. inorganic, including: Arsenates, n.o.s.,Arsenites, n.o.s., and Arsenic sulphides, n.o.s.

6.1 I Category BSW2

SG70


6.1 II Category BSW2

SG70


6.1 III Category BSW2

SG70

1557ARSENIC COMPOUND, SOLID, N.O.S. inorganic, including: Arsenates, n.o.s.; Arsenites, n.o.s.; and Arsenic sulphides, n.o.s.

6.1 I Category A SG70





1558ARSENIC

6.1 II Category A

1559ARSENIC PENTOXIDE

6.1 II Category A

1560

ARSENIC TRICHLORIDE

6.1 I Category BSW2

1561ARSENIC TRIOXIDE

6.1 II Category A

1562ARSENICAL DUST

6.1 II Category A

1564BARIUM COMPOUND, N.O.S.

6.1 II Category A

1564BARIUM COMPOUND, N.O.S.

6.1 III Category A

1565

BARIUM CYANIDE

6.1 P I Category ASW2

SG35

1566BERYLLIUM COMPOUND, N.O.S.

6.1 II Category A



UN Number



Class ordivision

Subsidiaryrisk(s)

Packing Group

Stowage and


1566BERYLLIUM COMPOUND, N.O.S.

6.1 III Category A

1567BERYLLIUM POWDER


1569

BROMOACETONE

6.1 3P II Category DSW2

1570BRUCINE

6.1 I Category A

1571BARIUM AZIDE, WETTED with not less than 50% water, by mass

4.1 6.1 I Category D SG7SG30

1572CACODYLIC ACID


1573CALCIUM ARSENATE

6.1 P II Category A

1574 CALCIUM ARSENATE AND CALCIUM ARSENITE MIXTURE, SOLID

6.1 P II Category A

1575

CALCIUM CYANIDE


SG35

1577 CHLORODINITROBENZENES, LIQUID

6.1 P II Category A SG15

1578 CHLORONITROBENZENES, SOLID

6.1 II Category A

1579 4-CHLORO-o-TOLUIDINE HYDROCHLORIDE, SOLID

6.1 III Category A

1580

CHLOROPICRIN

6.1 P I Category DSW2

1581CHLOROPICRIN AND METHYL BROMIDE MIXTURE with more than 2% chloropicrin


1582

CHLOROPICRIN AND METHYL CHLORIDE MIXTURE


1583CHLOROPICRIN MIXTURE, N.O.S.

6.1 I Category CSW2


6.1 II Category CSW2


6.1 III Category CSW2

1585COPPER ACETOARSENITE

6.1 P II Category A

1586COPPER ARSENITE

6.1 P II Category A

1587COPPER CYANIDE


1588 CYANIDES, INORGANIC, SOLID, N.O.S.

6.1 P I Category A SG35




6.1 P III Category A SG35

1589CYANOGEN CHLORIDE, STABILIZED

2.3 8P Category DSW2

1590

DICHLOROANILINES, LIQUID

6.1 P II Category ASW2

1591o-DICHLOROBENZENE

6.1 III Category A

1593DICHLOROMETHANE

6.1 III Category A

1594DIETHYL SULPHATE

6.1 II Category C

1595

DIMETHYL SULPHATE


1596DINITROANILINES


1597DINITROBENZENES, LIQUID


1597DINITROBENZENES, LIQUID


1598DINITRO-o-CRESOL

6.1 P II Category A

1599DINITROPHENOL SOLUTION




UN Number



Class ordivision

Subsidiaryrisk(s)

Packing Group

Stowage and


1599DINITROPHENOL SOLUTION


1600DINITROTOLUENES, MOLTEN

6.1 II Category C

1601DISINFECTANT, SOLID, TOXIC, N.O.S.

6.1 I Category ASW2





1602 DYE, LIQUID, TOXIC, N.O.S. or DYE INTERMEDIATE, LIQUID, TOXIC, N.O.S.

6.1 I Category A


6.1 II Category A


6.1 III Category A

1603

ETHYL BROMOACETATE


1604

ETHYLENEDIAMINE

8 3 II Category ASW2

SG35

1605

ETHYLENE DIBROMIDE

6.1 I Category DSW2

1606FERRIC ARSENATE

6.1 P II Category A

1607FERRIC ARSENITE

6.1 P II Category A

1608FERROUS ARSENATE

6.1 P II Category A

1611HEXAETHYL TETRAPHOSPHATE

6.1 P II Category ESW2

1612 HEXAETHYL TETRAPHOSPHATE AND COMPRESSED GAS MIXTURE

2.3 Category DSW2

1613 HYDROCYANIC ACID, AQUEOUS SOLUTION (HYDROGEN CYANIDE, AQUEOUS SOLUTION) with not more th


1614 HYDROGEN CYANIDE, STABILIZED containing less than 3% water and absorbed in a porous iner


1616LEAD ACETATE

6.1 P III Category A

1617LEAD ARSENATES

6.1 P II Category A

1618LEAD ARSENITES

6.1 P II Category A

1620LEAD CYANIDE


1621LONDON PURPLE

6.1 P II Category A

1622MAGNESIUM ARSENATE

6.1 P II Category A

1623MERCURIC ARSENATE

6.1 P II Category A

1624MERCURIC CHLORIDE

6.1 P II Category A

1625MERCURIC NITRATE

6.1 P II Category A

1626 MERCURIC POTASSIUM CYANIDE


1627MERCUROUS NITRATE

6.1 P II Category A

1629MERCURY ACETATE

6.1 P II Category A

1630 MERCURY AMMONIUM CHLORIDE

6.1 P II Category A

1631MERCURY BENZOATE

6.1 P II Category A

1634MERCURY BROMIDES

6.1 P II Category A

1636MERCURY CYANIDE




UN Number



Class ordivision

Subsidiaryrisk(s)

Packing Group

Stowage and


1637MERCURY GLUCONATE

6.1 P II Category A

1638MERCURY IODIDE

6.1 P II Category A

1639MERCURY NUCLEATE

6.1 P II Category A

1640MERCURY OLEATE

6.1 P II Category A

1641MERCURY OXIDE

6.1 P II Category A

1642MERCURY OXYCYANIDE, DESENSITIZED

6.1 P II Category A SG15SG35

1643MERCURY POTASSIUM IODIDE

6.1 P II Category A

1644MERCURY SALICYLATE

6.1 P II Category A

1645MERCURY SULPHATE

6.1 P II Category A

1646MERCURY THIOCYANATE

6.1 P II Category A

1647 METHYL BROMIDE AND ETHYLENE DIBROMIDE MIXTURE, LIQUID


1648

ACETONITRILE

3 II Category BSW2

1649

MOTOR FUEL ANTI-KNOCK MIXTURE


1650beta-NAPHTHYLAMINE, SOLID

6.1 II Category A

1651NAPHTHYLTHIOUREA

6.1 II Category A

1652NAPHTHYLUREA

6.1 II Category A

1653NICKEL CYANIDE


1654NICOTINE

6.1 II Category A

1655 NICOTINE COMPOUND, SOLID, N.O.S. or NICOTINE PREPARATION, SOLID, N.O.S.

6.1 I Category B


6.1 II Category A


6.1 III Category A

1656 NICOTINE HYDROCHLORIDE, LIQUID or SOLUTION

6.1 II Category A

1656 NICOTINE HYDROCHLORIDE, LIQUID or SOLUTION

6.1 III Category A

1657NICOTINE SALICYLATE

6.1 II Category A

1658 NICOTINE SULPHATE SOLUTION

6.1 II Category A

1658 NICOTINE SULPHATE SOLUTION

6.1 III Category A

1659NICOTINE TARTRATE

6.1 II Category A

1660

NITRIC OXIDE, COMPRESSED


SG6SG19

1661NITROANILINES (o-, m-, p-)

6.1 II Category A

1662

NITROBENZENE


1663NITROPHENOLS (o-, m-, p-)

6.1 III Category A

1664NITROTOLUENES, LIQUID

6.1 II Category A

1665NITROXYLENES, LIQUID

6.1 II Category A

1669

PENTACHLOROETHANE


1670PERCHLOROMETHYL MERCAPTAN


1671PHENOL, SOLID

6.1 II Category A



UN Number



Class ordivision

Subsidiaryrisk(s)

Packing Group

Stowage and


1672PHENYLCARBYLAMINE CHLORIDE

6.1 I Category DSW2

1673 PHENYLENEDIAMINES (o-, m-, p-)

6.1 III Category A

1674PHENYLMERCURIC ACETATE

6.1 P II Category A

1677POTASSIUM ARSENATE

6.1 II Category A

1678POTASSIUM ARSENITE

6.1 II Category A

1679POTASSIUM CUPROCYANIDE


1680POTASSIUM CYANIDE, SOLID

6.1 P I Category B SG35

1683SILVER ARSENITE

6.1 P II Category A

1684

SILVER CYANIDE


SG35

1685SODIUM ARSENATE

6.1 II Category A

1686 SODIUM ARSENITE, AQUEOUS SOLUTION

6.1 II Category A

1686 SODIUM ARSENITE, AQUEOUS SOLUTION

6.1 III Category A

1687

SODIUM AZIDE


1688SODIUM CACODYLATE


1689SODIUM CYANIDE, SOLID


1690SODIUM FLUORIDE, SOLID


1691STRONTIUM ARSENITE

6.1 II Category A

1692 STRYCHNINE or STRYCHNINE SALTS

6.1 P I Category A

1693TEAR GAS SUBSTANCE, LIQUID, N.O.S.

6.1 I Category DSW2

1693TEAR GAS SUBSTANCE, LIQUID, N.O.S.

6.1 II Category DSW2

1694

BROMOBENZYL CYANIDES, LIQUID

6.1 I Category DSW1SW2H2

SG35

1695

CHLOROACETONE, STABILIZED

6.1 "3/8P I Category DSW2

SG5SG8

1697

CHLOROACETOPHENONE, SOLID

6.1 II Category DSW1SW2H2

1698DIPHENYLAMINE CHLOROARSINE


1699DIPHENYLCHLOROARSINE, LIQUID


1700

TEAR GAS CANDLES

6.1 4.1 II Category DSW2

1701

XYLYL BROMIDE, LIQUID


1702

1,1,2,2-TETRACHLOROETHANE


1704TETRAETHYL DITHIOPYROPHOSPHATE

6.1 P II Category DSW2

1707THALLIUM COMPOUND, N.O.S.

6.1 P II Category A

1708TOLUIDINES, LIQUID

6.1 II Category A

17092,4-TOLUYLENEDIAMINE, SOLID

6.1 III Category A

1710

TRICHLOROETHYLENE




UN Number



Class ordivision

Subsidiaryrisk(s)

Packing Group

Stowage and


1711XYLIDINES, LIQUID

6.1 II Category A

1712 ZINC ARSENATE or ZINC ARSENITE or ZINC ARSENATE, ZINC ARSENITE MIXTURE

6.1 II Category A

1713ZINC CYANIDE


1714

ZINC PHOSPHIDE


SG35

1715

ACETIC ANHYDRIDE


1716

ACETYL BROMIDE

8 II Category CSW2

1717

ACETYL CHLORIDE


1718BUTYL ACID PHOSPHATE

8 III Category A

1719

CAUSTIC ALKALI LIQUID, N.O.S.

8 II Category A SG22SG35

1719

CAUSTIC ALKALI LIQUID, N.O.S.

8 III Category A SG22SG35

1722

ALLYL CHLOROFORMATE


SG5SG8

1723

ALLYL IODIDE


1724ALLYLTRICHLOROSILANE, STABILIZED

8 3 II Category CSW2

1725ALUMINIUM BROMIDE, ANHYDROUS

8 II Category ASW2

1726ALUMINIUM CHLORIDE, ANHYDROUS

8 II Category ASW2

1727

AMMONIUM HYDROGENDIFLUORIDE, SOLID

8 II Category ASW1SW2

SG35

1728

AMYLTRICHLOROSILANE

8 II Category CSW2

1729

ANISOYL CHLORIDE

8 II Category CSW2

1730ANTIMONY PENTACHLORIDE, LIQUID

8 II Category CSW2

1731ANTIMONY PENTACHLORIDE SOLUTION

8 II Category CSW2

1731ANTIMONY PENTACHLORIDE SOLUTION

8 III Category CSW2

1732

ANTIMONY PENTAFLUORIDE

8 6.1 II Category DSW2

SG6SG8SG10SG12

1733

ANTIMONY TRICHLORIDE

8 II Category CSW2

1736

BENZOYL CHLORIDE

8 II Category CSW2

1737

BENZYL BROMIDE

6.1 II Category DSW2H1

1738

BENZYL CHLORIDE

6.1 8 II Category DSW2H1

1739

BENZYL CHLOROFORMATE

8 P I Category DSW2



UN Number



Class ordivision

Subsidiaryrisk(s)

Packing Group

Stowage and


1740

HYDROGENDIFLUORIDES, SOLID, N.O.S.

8 II Category ASW1SW2

SG35

1740

HYDROGENDIFLUORIDES, SOLID, N.O.S.

8 III Category ASW1SW2

SG35

1741

BORON TRICHLORIDE

2.3 8 Category DSW1SW2

1742 BORON TRIFLUORIDE ACETIC ACID COMPLEX, LIQUID

8 II Category A

1743 BORON TRIFLUORIDE PROPIONIC ACID COMPLEX, LIQUID

8 II Category A

1744

BROMINE or BROMINE SOLUTION

8 6.1 I Category DSW1SW2H2

SG6SG16SG17SG19

1745

BROMINE PENTAFLUORIDE

5.1 6.1/8 I Category DSW1SW2

SG6SG16SG19

1746

BROMINE TRIFLUORIDE

5.1 6.1/8 I Category DSW1SW2

SG6SG16SG19

1747

BUTYLTRICHLOROSILANE


1748CALCIUM HYPOCHLORITE, DRY or CALCIUM HYPOCHLORITE MIXTURE, DRY with more than 39% available chlorine (8.8% available oxygen)

5.1 II Category DSW1SW11


1748CALCIUM HYPOCHLORITE, DRY or CALCIUM HYPOCHLORITE MIXTURE, DRY with more than 39% available chlorine (8.8% available oxygen)

5.1 III Category DSW1SW11


1749

CHLORINE TRIFLUORIDE


SG6SG19

1750CHLOROACETIC ACID SOLUTION

6.1 8 II Category CSW2

1751

CHLOROACETIC ACID, SOLID


1752

CHLOROACETYL CHLORIDE


1753CHLOROPHENYLTRICHLOROSILANE

8 P II Category CSW2

1754CHLOROSULPHONIC ACID (with or without sulphur trioxide)

8 I Category CSW2

1755

CHROMIC ACID SOLUTION

8 II Category CSW2

SG6SG8SG10SG12

1755

CHROMIC ACID SOLUTION

8 III Category CSW2

SG6SG8SG10SG12

1756CHROMIC FLUORIDE, SOLID

8 II Category A SG35

1757CHROMIC FLUORIDE SOLUTION

8 II Category A

1757CHROMIC FLUORIDE SOLUTION

8 III Category A

1758

CHROMIUM OXYCHLORIDE

8 I Category CSW2

SG6SG16SG17SG19



UN Number



Class ordivision

Subsidiaryrisk(s)

Packing Group

Stowage and


1759CORROSIVE SOLID, N.O.S.

8 I Category B


8 II Category A


8 III Category A

1760

CORROSIVE LIQUID, N.O.S.

8 I Category BSW2

1760


8 II Category BSW2

1760


8 III Category ASW2

1761 CUPRIETHYLENEDIAMINE SOLUTION

86.1 P

II Category A

1761 CUPRIETHYLENEDIAMINE SOLUTION

86.1 P

III Category A

1762CYCLOHEXENYLTRICHLOROSILANE

8 II Category CSW2

1763CYCLOHEXYLTRICHLOROSILANE

8 II Category CSW2

1764DICHLOROACETIC ACID

8 II Category A

1765

DICHLOROACETYL CHLORIDE

8 II Category DSW2

1766DICHLOROPHENYLTRICHLOROSILANE

8 P II Category CSW2

1767

DIETHYLDICHLOROSILANE


1768DIFLUOROPHOSPHORIC ACID, ANHYDROUS

8 II Category ASW2

1769

DIPHENYLDICHLOROSILANE

8 II Category CSW2

1770

DIPHENYLMETHYL BROMIDE

8 II Category DSW2

1771

DODECYLTRICHLOROSILANE

8 II Category CSW2

1773 FERRIC CHLORIDE, ANHYDROUS

8 III Category A

1774 FIRE EXTINGUISHER CHARGES corrosive liquid

8 II Category A

1775FLUOROBORIC ACID

8 II Category A

1776 FLUOROPHOSPHORIC ACID, ANHYDROUS

8 II Category A

1777

FLUOROSULPHONIC ACID

8 I Category DSW2

1778FLUOROSILICIC ACID

8 II Category A

1779FORMIC ACID with more than 85% acid, by mass


1780

FUMARYL CHLORIDE

8 II Category CSW2

1781

HEXADECYLTRICHLOROSILANE

8 II Category CSW2

1782 HEXAFLUOROPHOSPHORIC ACID

8 II Category A

1783 HEXAMETHYLENEDIAMINE SOLUTION

8 II Category A

1783 HEXAMETHYLENEDIAMINE SOLUTION

8 III Category A

1784

HEXYLTRICHLOROSILANE

8 II Category CSW2

1786HYDROFLUORIC ACID AND SULPHURIC ACID MIXTURE


1787HYDRIODIC ACID

8 II Category C



UN Number



Class ordivision

Subsidiaryrisk(s)

Packing Group

Stowage and


1787HYDRIODIC ACID

8 III Category C

1788HYDROBROMIC ACID

8 II Category C

1788HYDROBROMIC ACID

8 III Category C

1789HYDROCHLORIC ACID

8 II Category C

1789HYDROCHLORIC ACID

8 III Category C

1790HYDROFLUORIC ACID solution, with more than 60% hydrogen fluoride

8 6.1 I Category DSW1SW2H2

1790HYDROFLUORIC ACID solution, with not more than 60% hydrogen fluoride

8 6.1 II Category DSW1SW2H2

1791HYPOCHLORITE SOLUTION

8 II Category B SG20

1791HYPOCHLORITE SOLUTION

8 III Category B SG20

1792

IODINE MONOCHLORIDE

8 II Category DSW2

SG6SG16SG17SG19

1793ISOPROPYL ACID PHOSPHATE

8 III Category A

1794 LEAD SULPHATE with more than 3% free acid

8 II Category A

1796NITRATING ACID MIXTURE with more than 50% nitric acid


SG16

1796NITRATING ACID MIXTURE with not more than 50% nitric acid

8 II Category DSW2

1798

NITROHYDROCHLORIC ACID

8 I Category DSW2

SG6SG16SG17SG19

1799

NONYLTRICHLOROSILANE

8 II Category CSW2

1800OCTADECYLTRICHLOROSILANE

8 II Category CSW2

1801

OCTYLTRICHLOROSILANE

8 II Category CSW2

1802 PERCHLORIC ACID with not more than 50% acid, by mass

8 5.1 II Category C SG16

1803PHENOLSULPHONIC ACID, LIQUID

8 II Category CSW15

1804

PHENYLTRICHLOROSILANE

8 II Category CSW2

1805PHOSPHORIC ACID SOLUTION

8 III Category A

1806

PHOSPHORUS PENTACHLORIDE

8 II Category CSW2

SG6SG8SG10SG12

1807PHOSPHORUS PENTOXIDE

8 II Category A

1808

PHOSPHORUS TRIBROMIDE

8 II Category CSW2

1809

PHOSPHORUS TRICHLORIDE


1810

PHOSPHORUS OXYCHLORIDE


1811

POTASSIUM HYDROGEN DIFLUORIDE, SOLID

8 6.1 II Category ASW1SW2

SG35

1812POTASSIUM FLUORIDE, SOLID


1813 POTASSIUM HYDROXIDE, SOLID




UN Number



Class ordivision

Subsidiaryrisk(s)

Packing Group

Stowage and


1814 POTASSIUM HYDROXIDE SOLUTION


1814 POTASSIUM HYDROXIDE SOLUTION

8 III Category A SG35

1815

PROPIONYL CHLORIDE


1816

PROPYLTRICHLOROSILANE


1817

PYROSULPHURYL CHLORIDE

8 II Category CSW2

1818

SILICON TETRACHLORIDE

8 II Category CSW2

SG72

1819SODIUM ALUMINATE SOLUTION


1819SODIUM ALUMINATE SOLUTION


1823SODIUM HYDROXIDE, SOLID


1824 SODIUM HYDROXIDE SOLUTION


1824 SODIUM HYDROXIDE SOLUTION


1825SODIUM MONOXIDE


1826 NITRATING ACID MIXTURE, SPENT with more than 50% nitric acid


SG16

1826 NITRATING ACID MIXTURE, SPENT with not more than 50% nitric acid

8 II Category DSW2

1827 STANNIC CHLORIDE, ANHYDROUS

8 II Category C

1828

SULPHUR CHLORIDES

8 I Category CSW2

1829SULPHUR TRIOXIDE, STABILIZED

8 I Category CSW2

1830SULPHURIC ACID with more than 51% acid

8 II Category CSW15

1831

SULPHURIC ACID, FUMING

8 6.1 I Category CSW2SW15

1832

SULPHURIC ACID, SPENT

8 II Category CSW15

1833

SULPHUROUS ACID

8 II Category BSW2

1834

SULPHURYL CHLORIDE


1835 TETRAMETHYLAMMONIUM HYDROXIDE SOLUTION


1835 TETRAMETHYLAMMONIUM HYDROXIDE SOLUTION


1836

THIONYL CHLORIDE

8 I Category CSW2

1837

THIOPHOSPHORYL CHLORIDE

8 II Category CSW2

1838

TITANIUM TETRACHLORIDE


1839 TRICHLOROACETIC ACID, SOLID

8 II Category A

1840ZINC CHLORIDE SOLUTION

8 III Category A

1841ACETALDEHYDE AMMONIA


1843

AMMONIUM DINITRO-o-CRESOLATE, SOLID

6.1 P II Category B SG15SG16SG30SG63

1845CARBON DIOXIDE, SOLID (DRY ICE)

9 Category CSW2



UN Number



Class ordivision

Subsidiaryrisk(s)

Packing Group

Stowage and


1846

CARBON TETRACHLORIDE


1847 POTASSIUM SULPHIDE, HYDRATED with not less than 30% water of crystallization


1848 PROPIONIC ACID with not less than 10% and less than 90% acid, by mass

8 III Category A

1849SODIUM SULPHIDE, HYDRATED with not less than 30% water


1851MEDICINE, LIQUID, TOXIC, N.O.S.


1851MEDICINE, LIQUID, TOXIC, N.O.S.


1854BARIUM ALLOYS, PYROPHORIC

4.2 I Category D

1855 CALCIUM, PYROPHORIC or CALCIUM ALLOYS, PYROPHORIC

4.2 I Category D

1856RAGS, OILY

4.2 Category A

1857TEXTILE WASTE, WET

4.2 III Category A

1858 HEXAFLUOROPROPYLENE (REFRIGERANT GAS R 1216)

2.2 Category A

1859

SILICON TETRAFLUORIDE

2.3 8 Category DSW2

1860

VINYL FLUORIDE, STABILIZED

2.1 Category ESW2

1862ETHYL CROTONATE

3 II Category B

1863 FUEL, AVIATION, TURBINE ENGINE

3 I Category E


3 II Category B


3 III Category A

1865

n-PROPYL NITRATE

3 II Category D SG6SG8SG10SG12

1866RESIN SOLUTION flammable

3 I Category E


3 II Category B


3 III Category A

1868DECABORANE

4.1 6.1 II Category A SG17

1869

MAGNESIUM or MAGNESIUM ALLOYS with more than 50% magnesium in pellets, turnings or ribbons

4.1 III Category A SG17SG32SG35SG36SG52

1870POTASSIUM BOROHYDRIDE


1871TITANIUM HYDRIDE

4.1 II Category E

1872LEAD DIOXIDE

5.1 III Category A

1873 PERCHLORIC ACID with more than 50% but not more than 72% acid, by mass

5.1 8 I Category D SG16

1884BARIUM OXIDE

6.1 III Category A

1885BENZIDINE

6.1 II Category A

1886

BENZYLIDENE CHLORIDE


1887BROMOCHLOROMETHANE

6.1 III Category A

1888

CHLOROFORM




UN Number



Class ordivision

Subsidiaryrisk(s)

Packing Group

Stowage and


1889

CYANOGEN BROMIDE


SG35

1891

ETHYL BROMIDE


1892

ETHYLDICHLOROARSINE


1894 PHENYLMERCURIC HYDROXIDE

6.1 P II Category A

1895PHENYLMERCURIC NITRATE

6.1 P II Category A

1897

TETRACHLOROETHYLENE

6.1 P III Category ASW2

1898

ACETYL IODIDE

8 II Category CSW2

1902DIISOOCTYL ACID PHOSPHATE

8 III Category A

1903 DISINFECTANT, LIQUID, CORROSIVE, N.O.S.

8 I Category B


8 II Category B


8 III Category A

1905SELENIC ACID

8 I Category A

1906

SLUDGE ACID

8 II Category CSW15

1907 SODA LIME with more than 4% sodium hydroxide


1908

CHLORITE SOLUTION

8 II Category B SG6SG8SG10SG12SG20

1908

CHLORITE SOLUTION

8 III Category B SG6SG8SG10SG12SG20

1910 CALCIUM OXIDE 8 - 1911

DIBORANE


SG46

1912 METHYL CHLORIDE AND METHYLENE CHLORIDE MIXTURE

2.1 Category DSW2

1913NEON, REFRIGERATED LIQUID

2.2 Category D

1914BUTYL PROPIONATES

3 III Category A

1915CYCLOHEXANONE

3 III Category A

19162,2'-DICHLORODIETHYL ETHER

6.1 3 II Category A

1917

ETHYL ACRYLATE, STABILIZED

3 II Category BSW2

1918ISOPROPYLBENZENE

3 III Category A

1919 METHYL ACRYLATE, STABILIZED

3 II Category B

1920NONANES

3 III Category A

1921

PROPYLENEIMINE, STABILIZED

3 6.1 I Category BSW2

1922

PYRROLIDINE


SG35

1923 CALCIUM DITHIONITE (CALCIUM HYDROSULPHITE)

4.2 II Category EH1

1928 METHYLMAGNESIUM BROMIDE IN ETHYL ETHER

4.3 3 I Category D

1929POTASSIUM DITHIONITE (POTASSIUM HYDROSULPHITE)

4.2 II Category EH1



UN Number



Class ordivision

Subsidiaryrisk(s)

Packing Group

Stowage and


1931ZINC DITHIONITE (ZINC HYDROSULPHITE)

9 III Category AH1

SG11SG20

1932ZIRCONIUM, SCRAP

4.2 III Category D

1935

CYANIDE SOLUTION, N.O.S.

6.1 P I Category BSW2

SG35

1935



SG35

1935



SG35

1938

BROMOACETIC ACID SOLUTION

8 II Category ASW2

1938

BROMOACETIC ACID SOLUTION

8 III Category ASW2

1939

PHOSPHORUS OXYBROMIDE, SOLID

8 II Category CSW1SW2H2

1940THIOGLYCOLIC ACID

8 II Category A

1941

DIBROMODIFLUOROMETHANE

9 III Category ASW1

1942

AMMONIUM NITRATE with not more than 0.2% total combustible material, including any organ

5.1 III Category CSW1SW14SW23

SG16SG42SG45SG47SG48SG51SG56SG58SG59SG61

1944 MATCHES, SAFETY (book, card or strike on box)

4.1 III Category A

1945MATCHES, WAX 'VESTA'

4.1 III Category B

1950

AEROSOLS

2 SP63 -SW1SW22

SG69

1951 ARGON, REFRIGERATED LIQUID

2.2 Category D

1952ETHYLENE OXIDE AND CARBON DIOXIDE MIXTURE with not more than 9% ethylene oxide

2.2 Category A

1953COMPRESSED GAS, TOXIC, FLAMMABLE, N.O.S.


1954COMPRESSED GAS, FLAMMABLE, N.O.S.

2.1 Category DSW2

1955COMPRESSED GAS, TOXIC, N.O.S.

2.3 Category DSW2

1956COMPRESSED GAS, N.O.S.

2.2 Category A

1957

DEUTERIUM, COMPRESSED

2.1 Category ESW2

1958 1,2-DICHLORO-1,1,2,2-TETRAFLUOROETHANE (REFRIGERANT GAS R 114)

2.2 Category A

19591,1-DIFLUOROETHYLENE (REFRIGERANT GAS R 1132a)

2.1 Category ESW2

1961ETHANE, REFRIGERATED LIQUID

2.1 Category DSW2

1962

ETHYLENE

2.1 Category ESW2

1963 HELIUM, REFRIGERATED LIQUID

2.2 Category D



UN Number



Class ordivision

Subsidiaryrisk(s)

Packing Group

Stowage and


1964HYDROCARBON GAS MIXTURE, COMPRESSED, N.O.S.

2.1 Category ESW2

1965HYDROCARBON GAS MIXTURE, LIQUEFIED, N.O.S.

2.1 Category ESW2

1966HYDROGEN, REFRIGERATED LIQUID

2.1 Category DSW2

SG46

1967INSECTICIDE GAS, TOXIC, N.O.S.

2.3 Category DSW2

1968INSECTICIDE GAS, N.O.S.

2.2 Category A

1969

ISOBUTANE

2.1 Category ESW2

1970 KRYPTON, REFRIGERATED LIQUID

2.2 Category D

1971METHANE, COMPRESSED or NATURAL GAS, COMPRESSED with high methane content

2.1 Category ESW2

1972 METHANE, REFRIGERATED LIQUID or NATURAL GAS, REFRIGERATED LIQUID with high methane conte

2.1 Category DSW2

1973 CHLORODIFLUOROMETHANE AND CHLOROPENTAFLUOROETHANE MIXTURE with a fixed boiling point, with approximately 49% chlorodifluoromethane (REFRIGERANT GAS R 502)

2.2 Category A

1974 CHLORODIFLUOROBROMOMETHANE (REFRIGERANT GAS R 12B1)

2.2 Category A

1975 NITRIC OXIDE AND DINITROGEN TETROXIDE MIXTURE (NITRIC OXIDE AND NITROGEN DIOXIDE MIXTURE

2.3 Category DSW2

SG6SG19

1976 OCTAFLUOROCYCLOBUTANE (REFRIGERANT GAS RC 318)

2.2 Category A

1977 NITROGEN, REFRIGERATED LIQUID

2.2 Category D

1978

PROPANE

2.1 Category ESW2

1982 TETRAFLUOROMETHANE (REFRIGERANT GAS R 14)

2.2 Category A

1983 1-CHLORO-2,2,2-TRIFLUOROETHANE (REFRIGERANT GAS R 133a)

2.2 Category A

1984 TRIFLUOROMETHANE (REFRIGERANT GAS R 23)

2.2 Category A

1986ALCOHOLS, FLAMMABLE, TOXIC, N.O.S.


1986ALCOHOLS, FLAMMABLE, TOXIC, N.O.S.


1986 ALCOHOLS, FLAMMABLE, TOXIC, N.O.S.

3 6.1 III Category A

1987ALCOHOLS, N.O.S.

3 II Category B

1987ALCOHOLS, N.O.S.

3 III Category A

1988ALDEHYDES, FLAMMABLE, TOXIC, N.O.S.


1988ALDEHYDES, FLAMMABLE, TOXIC, N.O.S.


1988 ALDEHYDES, FLAMMABLE, TOXIC, N.O.S.


1989ALDEHYDES, N.O.S.

3 I Category E


3 II Category B


3 III Category A

1990BENZALDEHYDE

9 III Category A



UN Number



Class ordivision

Subsidiaryrisk(s)

Packing Group

Stowage and


1991

CHLOROPRENE, STABILIZED


1992FLAMMABLE LIQUID, TOXIC, N.O.S.


1992FLAMMABLE LIQUID, TOXIC, N.O.S.


1992 FLAMMABLE LIQUID, TOXIC, N.O.S.


1993FLAMMABLE LIQUID, N.O.S.

3 I Category E


3 II Category B


3 III Category A

1994

IRON PENTACARBONYL


1999 TARS, LIQUID, including road oils and cutback bitumens

3 II Category B

1999 TARS, LIQUID, including road oils and cutback bitumens

3 III Category A

2000CELLULOID in block, rods, rolls, sheets, tubes, etc., except scrap

4.1 III Category A

2001 COBALT NAPHTHENATES, POWDER

4.1 III Category A

2002CELLULOID, SCRAP

4.2 III Category D

2004MAGNESIUM DIAMIDE

4.2 II Category C

2006PLASTICS, NITROCELLULOSE-BASED, SELF-HEATING, N.O.S.

4.2 III Category C

2008ZIRCONIUM POWDER, DRY

4.2 I Category D


4.2 II Category D


4.2 III Category D

2009 ZIRCONIUM, DRY finished sheets, strip or coiled wire

4.2 III Category D

2010MAGNESIUM HYDRIDE


2011

MAGNESIUM PHOSPHIDE


SG35

2012

POTASSIUM PHOSPHIDE


SG35

2013

STRONTIUM PHOSPHIDE


SG35

2014 HYDROGEN PEROXIDE, AQUEOUS SOLUTION with not less than 20% but not more than 60% hydroge


SG16SG59SG72

2015HYDROGEN PEROXIDE, STABILIZED or HYDROGEN PEROXIDE, AQUEOUS SOLUTION, STABILIZED with mo


SG16SG59

2016 AMMUNITION, TOXIC, NON-EXPLOSIVE without burster or expelling charge, non-fuzed

6.1 II Category ESW2H1

2017 AMMUNITION, TEAR-PRODUCING, NON-EXPLOSIVE without burster or expelling charge, non-fuzed

6.1 II Category ESW2H1

2018CHLOROANILINES, SOLID

6.1 II Category A

2019CHLOROANILINES, LIQUID


2020CHLOROPHENOLS, SOLID

6.1 III Category A

2021CHLOROPHENOLS, LIQUID

6.1 III Category A

2022CRESYLIC ACID

6.1 8 II Category B



UN Number



Class ordivision

Subsidiaryrisk(s)

Packing Group

Stowage and


2023

EPICHLOROHYDRIN

6.1 3P II Category ASW2

2024MERCURY COMPOUND, LIQUID, N.O.S.



6.1 P II Category BSW2


6.1 P III Category BSW2

2025 MERCURY COMPOUND, SOLID, N.O.S.

6.1 P I Category A


6.1 P II Category A



2026 PHENYLMERCURIC COMPOUND, N.O.S.

6.1 P I Category A


6.1 P II Category A



2027SODIUM ARSENITE, SOLID

6.1 II Category A

2028 BOMBS, SMOKE, NON-EXPLOSIVE with corrosive liquid, without initiating device

8 II Category ESW2

2029

HYDRAZINE, ANHYDROUS

8 3/6.1 I Category DSW2

SG5SG8SG35

2030 HYDRAZINE, AQUEOUS SOLUTION with more than 37% hydrazine, by mass


SG35



SG35


8 6.1 III Category DSW2

SG35

2031

NITRIC ACID other than red fuming, with more than 70% nitric acid

8 5.1 I Category D SG6SG16SG17SG19

2031

NITRIC ACID other than red fuming, with at least 65% but not more than 70% nitric acid

8 5.1 II Category D SG6SG16SG17SG19

2031NITRIC ACID other than red fuming, with less than 65% nitric acid

8 II Category D

2032

NITRIC ACID, RED FUMING

8 5.1/6.1 I Category DSW2

SG6SG16SG17SG19

2033

POTASSIUM MONOXIDE


2034HYDROGEN AND METHANE MIXTURE, COMPRESSED

2.1 Category ESW2

SG46

20351,1,1-TRIFLUOROETHANE (REFRIGERANT GAS R 143a)

2.1 Category BSW2

2036XENON

2.2 Category A

2037 RECEPTACLES, SMALL, CONTAINING GAS (GAS CARTRIDGES) without a release device, non refill

2 Category BSW2

2038DINITROTOLUENES, LIQUID

6.1 II Category A

2044

2,2-DIMETHYLPROPANE

2.1 Category ESW2

2045ISOBUTYL ALDEHYDE (ISOBUTYRALDEHYDE)

3 II Category ESW2



UN Number



Class ordivision

Subsidiaryrisk(s)

Packing Group

Stowage and


2046CYMENES

3 P III Category A

2047DICHLOROPROPENES

3 II Category B

2047DICHLOROPROPENES

3 III Category A

2048DICYCLOPENTADIENE

3 III Category A

2049DIETHYLBENZENES

3 III Category A

2050 DIISOBUTYLENES, ISOMERIC COMPOUNDS

3 II Category B

20512-DIMETHYLAMINOETHANOL

8 3 II Category A

2052DIPENTENE

3 P III Category A

2053METHYL ISOBUTYL CARBINOL

3 III Category A

2054MORPHOLINE

8 3 I Category A

2055 STYRENE MONOMER, STABILIZED

3 III Category A

2056TETRAHYDROFURAN

3 II Category B

2057TRIPROPYLENE

3 II Category B

2057TRIPROPYLENE

3 III Category A

2058VALERALDEHYDE

3 II Category B

2059 NITROCELLULOSE SOLUTION, FLAMMABLE with not more than 12.6% nitrogen, by dry mass, and n

3 I Category E


3 II Category B


3 III Category A

2067

AMMONIUM NITRATE BASED FERTILIZER

5.1 III Category CSW1SW14SW23


2071AMMONIUM NITRATE BASED FERTILIZER

9 III Category ASW26

2073 AMMONIA SOLUTION relative density less than 0.880 at 15°C in water, with more than 35% b

2.2 Category ESW2

SG35SG46

2074

ACRYLAMIDE, SOLID


2075CHLORAL, ANHYDROUS, STABILIZED


2076CRESOLS, LIQUID

6.1 8 II Category B

2077alpha-NAPHTHYLAMINE

6.1 III Category A

2078

TOLUENE DIISOCYANATE

6.1 II Category CSW1SW2

2079

DIETHYLENETRIAMINE

8 II Category ASW2

SG35

2186 HYDROGEN CHLORIDE, REFRIGERATED LIQUID

2.3 8 -

2187 CARBON DIOXIDE, REFRIGERATED LIQUID

2.2 Category D

2188

ARSINE




UN Number



Class ordivision

Subsidiaryrisk(s)

Packing Group

Stowage and


2189

DICHLOROSILANE


SG4SG9SG72

2190OXYGEN DIFLUORIDE, COMPRESSED

2.3 5.1/8 Category DSW2H1

SG6SG19

2191

SULPHURYL FLUORIDE

2.3 Category DSW2

2192

GERMANE


2193 HEXAFLUOROETHANE (REFRIGERANT GAS R 116)

2.2 Category A

2194

SELENIUM HEXAFLUORIDE

2.3 8 Category DSW2

2195

TELLURIUM HEXAFLUORIDE

2.3 8 Category DSW2

2196

TUNGSTEN HEXAFLUORIDE

2.3 8 Category DSW2

2197HYDROGEN IODIDE, ANHYDROUS

2.3 8 Category DSW2

2198PHOSPHORUS PENTAFLUORIDE

2.3 8 Category DSW2

2199

PHOSPHINE


2200

PROPADIENE, STABILIZED

2.1 Category BSW2

2201NITROUS OXIDE, REFRIGERATED LIQUID

2.2 Category DSW2

2202HYDROGEN SELENIDE, ANHYDROUS


2203

SILANE

2.1 Category ESW2

SG43SG46

2204

CARBONYL SULPHIDE

2.3 Category DSW2

2205ADIPONITRILE

6.1 III Category A

2206ISOCYANATES, TOXIC, N.O.S. or ISOCYANATE SOLUTION, TOXIC, N.O.S.

6.1 II Category ESW1SW2

2206ISOCYANATES, TOXIC, N.O.S. or ISOCYANATE SOLUTION, TOXIC, N.O.S.

6.1 III Category ESW1SW2

2208

CALCIUM HYPOCHLORITE MIXTURE, DRY with more than 10% but not more than 39% available chlorine



2209 FORMALDEHYDE SOLUTION with not less than 25% formaldehyde

8 III Category A

2210 MANEB or MANEB PREPARATION with not less than 60% maneb

4.2 4.3 P III Category A SG29

2211POLYMERIC BEADS, EXPANDABLE evolving flammable vapour

9 III Category ESW1SW6

SG5SG14

2212 BLUE ASBESTOS (crocidolite) or BROWN ASBESTOS (amosite, mysorite)

9 II Category ASW2

SG29

2213

PARAFORMALDEHYDE


2214 PHTHALIC ANHYDRIDE with more than 0.05% of maleic anhydride

8 III Category A



UN Number



Class ordivision

Subsidiaryrisk(s)

Packing Group

Stowage and


2215

MALEIC ANHYDRIDE


2215

MALEIC ANHYDRIDE, MOLTEN


2216FISHMEAL (FISHSCRAP), STABILIZED Anti-oxidant treated. Moisture content greater than 5% but not exceeding 12%, by mass. Fat content not more than 15%

9 III Category BSW24

SG18SG65

2217SEED CAKE with not more than 1.5% oil and not more than 11% moisture


2218

ACRYLIC ACID, STABILIZED

8 3 II Category CSW1SW2

2219ALLYL GLYCIDYL ETHER

3 III Category A

2222ANISOLE

3 III Category A

2224

BENZONITRILE


SG35

2225BENZENESULPHONYL CHLORIDE

8 III Category ASW2

2226

BENZOTRICHLORIDE

8 II Category ASW2

2227 n-BUTYL METHACRYLATE, STABILIZED

3 III Category A

2232

2-CHLOROETHANAL

6.1 I Category DSW2

2233CHLOROANISIDINES

6.1 III Category A

2234

CHLOROBENZOTRIFLUORIDES

3 III Category ASW2

2235 CHLOROBENZYL CHLORIDES, LIQUID


2236 3-CHLORO-4-METHYLPHENYLISOCYANATE, LIQUID


2237CHLORONITROANILINES


2238CHLOROTOLUENES

3 III Category A

2239CHLOROTOLUIDINES, SOLID

6.1 III Category A

2240

CHROMOSULPHURIC ACID

8 I Category BSW2

SG6SG16SG17SG19

2241

CYCLOHEPTANE

3 II Category BSW2

2242CYCLOHEPTENE

3 II Category B

2243CYCLOHEXYL ACETATE

3 III Category A

2244CYCLOPENTANOL

3 III Category A

2245CYCLOPENTANONE

3 III Category A

2246CYCLOPENTENE

3 II Category E

2247n-DECANE

3 III Category A

2248DI-n-BUTYLAMINE

8 3 II Category A

2249DICHLORODIMETHYL ETHER, SYMMETRICAL


2250

DICHLOROPHENYL ISOCYANATES




UN Number



Class ordivision

Subsidiaryrisk(s)

Packing Group

Stowage and


2251BICYCLO[2.2.1]HEPTA-2,5-DIENE, STABILIZED (2,5-NORBORNADIENE, STABILIZED)

3 II Category D

22521,2-DIMETHOXYETHANE

3 II Category B

2253N,N-DIMETHYLANILINE

6.1 II Category A

2254MATCHES, FUSEE

4.1 III Category A

2256CYCLOHEXENE

3 II Category E

2257POTASSIUM


2258

1,2-PROPYLENEDIAMINE


2259

TRIETHYLENETETRAMINE

8 II Category BSW2

SG35

2260

TRIPROPYLAMINE


2261XYLENOLS, SOLID

6.1 II Category A

2262DIMETHYLCARBAMOYL CHLORIDE

8 II Category ASW2

2263DIMETHYLCYCLOHEXANES

3 II Category B

2264N,N-DIMETHYLCYCLOHEXYLAMINE


2265N,N-DIMETHYLFORMAMIDE

3 III Category A

2266

N,N-DIMETHYL PROPYLAMINE


2267DIMETHYL THIOPHOSPHORYL CHLORIDE

6.1 8 II Category BSW1

22693,3'-IMINODIPROPYLAMINE

8 III Category A

2270ETHYLAMINE, AQUEOUS SOLUTION with not less than 50% but not more than 70% ethylamine


SG35

2271ETHYL AMYL KETONES

3 III Category A

2272

N-ETHYLANILINE


2273

2-ETHYLANILINE


2274N-ETHYL-N-BENZYLANILINE

6.1 III Category A

22752-ETHYLBUTANOL

3 III Category A

2276

2-ETHYLHEXYLAMINE


2277 ETHYL METHACRYLATE, STABILIZED

3 II Category B

2278n-HEPTENE

3 II Category B

2279HEXACHLOROBUTADIENE


2280HEXAMETHYLENEDIAMINE, SOLID

8 III Category ASW1H2

2280HEXAMETHYLENEDIAMINE, MOLTEN


2281HEXAMETHYLENE DIISOCYANATE

6.1 II Category CSW2H1

2282HEXANOLS

3 III Category A

2283 ISOBUTYL METHACRYLATE, STABILIZED

3 III Category A

2284

ISOBUTYRONITRILE

3 6.1 II Category ESW2



UN Number



Class ordivision

Subsidiaryrisk(s)

Packing Group

Stowage and


2285

ISOCYANATOBENZOTRIFLUORIDES

6.1 3 II Category DSW1SW2

2286PENTAMETHYLHEPTANE

3 III Category A

2287ISOHEPTENES

3 II Category B

2288ISOHEXENES

3 II Category E

2289ISOPHORONEDIAMINE

8 III Category A

2290

ISOPHORONE DIISOCYANATE


2291 LEAD COMPOUND, SOLUBLE, N.O.S.


2293 4-METHOXY-4-METHYLPENTAN-2-ONE

3 III Category A

2294N-METHYLANILINE

6.1 III Category A

2295METHYL CHLOROACETATE

6.1 3 I Category D

2296METHYLCYCLOHEXANE

3 II Category B

2297METHYLCYCLOHEXANONES

3 III Category A

2298METHYLCYCLOPENTANE

3 II Category B

2299METHYL DICHLOROACETATE

6.1 III Category A

23002-METHYL-5-ETHYLPYRIDINE

6.1 III Category A

23012-METHYLFURAN

3 II Category E

23025-METHYLHEXAN-2-ONE

3 III Category A

2303ISOPROPENYLBENZENE

3 III Category A

2304NAPHTHALENE, MOLTEN

4.1 III Category C

2305 NITROBENZENESULPHONIC ACID

8 II Category A

2306NITROBENZOTRIFLUORIDES, LIQUID


23073-NITRO-4-CHLOROBENZOTRIFLUORIDE


2308

NITROSYLSULPHURIC ACID, LIQUID

8 II Category DSW2

SG6SG16SG17SG19

2309OCTADIENE

3 II Category B

2310PENTANE-2,4-DIONE


2311PHENETIDINES

6.1 III Category A

2312

PHENOL, MOLTEN


2313

PICOLINES

3 III Category ASW2

2315 POLYCHLORINATED BIPHENYLS, LIQUID

9 P II Category A SG50

2316 SODIUM CUPROCYANIDE, SOLID


2317SODIUM CUPROCYANIDE SOLUTION


SG35

2318 SODIUM HYDROSULPHIDE with less than 25% water of crystallization


2319 TERPENE HYDROCARBONS, N.O.S.

3 III Category A

2320TETRAETHYLENEPENTAMINE


2321TRICHLOROBENZENES, LIQUID




UN Number



Class ordivision

Subsidiaryrisk(s)

Packing Group

Stowage and


2322

TRICHLOROBUTENE

6.1 P II Category ASW1SW2

2323TRIETHYL PHOSPHITE

3 III Category A

2324TRIISOBUTYLENE

3 III Category A

23251,3,5-TRIMETHYLBENZENE

3 III Category A

2326TRIMETHYLCYCLOHEXYLAMINE

8 III Category A

2327 TRIMETHYLHEXAMETHYLENEDIAMINES

8 III Category A

2328 TRIMETHYLHEXAMETHYLENE DIISOCYANATE

6.1 III Category B

2329TRIMETHYL PHOSPHITE

3 III Category A

2330UNDECANE

3 III Category A

2331ZINC CHLORIDE, ANHYDROUS

8 III Category A

2332ACETALDEHYDE OXIME

3 III Category A

2333

ALLYL ACETATE


2334

ALLYLAMINE


2335

ALLYL ETHYL ETHER


2336

ALLYL FORMATE


2337

PHENYL MERCAPTAN


SG35

2338

BENZOTRIFLUORIDE

3 II Category BSW2

2339

2-BROMOBUTANE

3 II Category BSW2

2340

2-BROMOETHYL ETHYL ETHER

3 II Category BSW2

23411-BROMO-3-METHYLBUTANE

3 III Category A

2342BROMOMETHYLPROPANES

3 II Category B

23432-BROMOPENTANE

3 II Category B

2344

BROMOPROPANES

3 II Category BSW2

2344BROMOPROPANES

3 III Category A

2345

3-BROMOPROPYNE

3 II Category DSW2

2346BUTANEDIONE

3 II Category B

2347

BUTYL MERCAPTANS

3 II Category B SG35SG50SG57

2348 BUTYL ACRYLATES, STABILIZED

3 III Category A

2350BUTYL METHYL ETHER

3 II Category B

2351

BUTYL NITRITES

3 II Category BSW2

2351

BUTYL NITRITES

3 III Category ASW2

2352BUTYL VINYL ETHER, STABILIZED

3 II Category BSW2

2353

BUTYRYL CHLORIDE




UN Number



Class ordivision

Subsidiaryrisk(s)

Packing Group

Stowage and


2354

CHLOROMETHYL ETHYL ETHER


23562-CHLOROPROPANE

3 I Category E

2357

CYCLOHEXYLAMINE


2358CYCLOOCTATETRAENE

3 II Category B

2359

DIALLYLAMINE

3 6.1/8 II Category BSW2

SG5SG8

2360DIALLYL ETHER

3 6.1 II Category E

2361DIISOBUTYLAMINE

3 8 III Category A

2362

1,1-DICHLOROETHANE

3 II Category BSW2

2363

ETHYL MERCAPTAN

3 P I Category E SG50SG57

2364n-PROPYLBENZENE

3 III Category A

2366DIETHYL CARBONATE

3 III Category A

2367alpha-METHYLVALERALDEHYDE

3 II Category B

2368alpha-PINENE

3 III Category A

23701-HEXENE

3 II Category E

2371ISOPENTENES

3 I Category E

2372 1,2-DI(DIMETHYLAMINO)ETHANE

3 II Category B

2373DIETHOXYMETHANE

3 II Category B

23743,3-DIETHOXYPROPENE

3 II Category B

2375DIETHYL SULPHIDE

3 II Category E

23762,3-DIHYDROPYRAN

3 II Category B

23771,1-DIMETHOXYETHANE

3 II Category B

2378 2-DIMETHYLAMINOACETONITRILE

3 6.1 II Category ASW2

SG35

23791,3-DIMETHYLBUTYLAMINE


2380DIMETHYLDIETHOXYSILANE

3 II Category B

2381

DIMETHYL DISULPHIDE


2382DIMETHYLHYDRAZINE, SYMMETRICAL


SG17SG35

2383DIPROPYLAMINE

3 8 II Category B

2384DI-n-PROPYL ETHER

3 II Category B

2385ETHYL ISOBUTYRATE

3 II Category B

23861-ETHYLPIPERIDINE


2387FLUOROBENZENE

3 II Category B

2388FLUOROTOLUENES

3 II Category B

2389

FURAN

3 I Category ESW2

23902-IODOBUTANE

3 II Category B

2391IODOMETHYLPROPANES

3 II Category B

2392IODOPROPANES

3 III Category A

2393ISOBUTYL FORMATE

3 II Category B

2394ISOBUTYL PROPIONATE

3 III Category B



UN Number



Class ordivision

Subsidiaryrisk(s)

Packing Group

Stowage and


2395

ISOBUTYRYL CHLORIDE


2396METHACRYLALDEHYDE, STABILIZED


23973-METHYLBUTAN-2-ONE

3 II Category B

2398METHYL tert-BUTYL ETHER

3 II Category E

23991-METHYLPIPERIDINE


2400METHYL ISOVALERATE

3 II Category B

2401PIPERIDINE

8 3 I Category D SG35

2402

PROPANETHIOLS

3 II Category E SG50SG57

2403ISOPROPENYL ACETATE

3 II Category B

2404

PROPIONITRILE


2405ISOPROPYL BUTYRATE

3 III Category A

2406ISOPROPYL ISOBUTYRATE

3 II Category B

2407

ISOPROPYL CHLOROFORMATE


SG5SG8

2409ISOPROPYL PROPIONATE

3 II Category B

24101,2,3,6-TETRAHYDROPYRIDINE

3 II Category B

2411

BUTYRONITRILE


2412TETRAHYDROTHIOPHENE

3 II Category B

2413 TETRAPROPYL ORTHOTITANATE

3 III Category A

2414

THIOPHENE

3 II Category BSW2

2416TRIMETHYL BORATE

3 II Category B

2417

CARBONYL FLUORIDE

2.3 Category DSW2

2418

SULPHUR TETRAFLUORIDE

2.3 8 Category DSW2

SG35

2419

BROMOTRIFLUOROETHYLENE

2.1 Category BSW2

2420

HEXAFLUOROACETONE

2.3 8 Category DSW2

2421

NITROGEN TRIOXIDE

2.3 "5.1/8 Category DSW2

SG6SG19

2422 OCTAFLUOROBUT-2-ENE (REFRIGERANT GAS R 1318)

2.2 Category A

2424 OCTAFLUOROPROPANE (REFRIGERANT GAS R 218)

2.2 Category A

2426

AMMONIUM NITRATE, LIQUID (hot concentrated solution)

5.1 Category D SG42SG45SG47SG48SG51SG56SG58SG59SG61

2427

POTASSIUM CHLORATE, AQUEOUS SOLUTION

5.1 II Category B SG38SG49SG62

2427

POTASSIUM CHLORATE, AQUEOUS SOLUTION

5.1 III Category B SG38SG49SG62



UN Number



Class ordivision

Subsidiaryrisk(s)

Packing Group

Stowage and


2428

SODIUM CHLORATE, AQUEOUS SOLUTION


2428

SODIUM CHLORATE, AQUEOUS SOLUTION


2429

CALCIUM CHLORATE, AQUEOUS SOLUTION


2429

CALCIUM CHLORATE, AQUEOUS SOLUTION


2430ALKYLPHENOLS, SOLID, N.O.S. (including C2-C12 homologues)

8 I Category B


8 II Category B


8 III Category A

2431ortho-ANISIDINE

6.1 III Category A

2432N,N-DIETHYLANILINE

6.1 III Category A

2433

CHLORONITROTOLUENES, LIQUID

6.1 P III Category A SG6SG8SG10SG12

2434

DIBENZYLDICHLOROSILANE

8 II Category CSW2

2435 ETHYLPHENYLDICHLOROSILANE

8 II Category C

2436THIOACETIC ACID

3 II Category B

2437METHYLPHENYLDICHLOROSILANE

8 II Category CSW2

2438

TRIMETHYLACETYL CHLORIDE

6.1 "3/8 I Category DSW1SW2

SG5SG8

2439

SODIUM HYDROGENDIFLUORIDE

8 II Category ASW1SW2H2

SG35

2440 STANNIC CHLORIDE PENTAHYDRATE

8 III Category A

2441 TITANIUM TRICHLORIDE, PYROPHORIC or TITANIUM TRICHLORIDE MIXTURE, PYROPHORIC


2442

TRICHLOROACETYL CHLORIDE

8 II Category DSW2

2443

VANADIUM OXYTRICHLORIDE

8 II Category CSW2

2444

VANADIUM TETRACHLORIDE

8 I Category CSW2

2446NITROCRESOLS, SOLID

6.1 III Category A

2447 PHOSPHORUS, WHITE, MOLTEN

4.2 6.1P I Category D

2448SULPHUR, MOLTEN

4.1 III Category C SG17

2451

NITROGEN TRIFLUORIDE


2452

ETHYLACETYLENE, STABILIZED

2.1 Category BSW2

2453ETHYL FLUORIDE (REFRIGERANT GAS R 161)

2.1 Category ESW2



UN Number



Class ordivision

Subsidiaryrisk(s)

Packing Group

Stowage and


2454METHYL FLUORIDE (REFRIGERANT GAS R 41)

2.1 Category ESW2

2455METHYL NITRITE

2.2 -

24562-CHLOROPROPENE

3 I Category E

24572,3-DIMETHYLBUTANE

3 II Category E

2458HEXADIENES

3 II Category B

24592-METHYL-1-BUTENE

3 I Category E


3 II Category E

2461METHYLPENTADIENES

3 II Category E

2463ALUMINIUM HYDRIDE

4.3 I Category E

2464BERYLLIUM NITRATE


2465 DICHLOROISOCYANURIC ACID, DRY or DICHLOROISOCYANURIC ACID, SALTS

5.1 II Category AH1

2466

POTASSIUM SUPEROXIDE

5.1 I Category EH1

SG16SG35SG59

2468 TRICHLOROISOCYANURIC ACID, DRY

5.1 II Category AH1

2469

ZINC BROMATE


2470PHENYLACETONITRILE, LIQUID


2471

OSMIUM TETROXIDE

6.1 I Category BSW2

2473SODIUM ARSANILATE

6.1 III Category A

2474

THIOPHOSGENE

6.1 I Category DSW2

SG35

2475

VANADIUM TRICHLORIDE

8 III Category ASW2

2477

METHYL ISOTHIOCYANATE


2478 ISOCYANATES, FLAMMABLE, TOXIC, N.O.S. or ISOCYANATE SOLUTION, FLAMMABLE, TOXIC, N.O.S.


2478 ISOCYANATES, FLAMMABLE, TOXIC, N.O.S. or ISOCYANATE SOLUTION, FLAMMABLE, TOXIC, N.O.S.


2480

METHYL ISOCYANATE


SG35

2481

ETHYL ISOCYANATE


SG35

2482

n-PROPYL ISOCYANATE


2483

ISOPROPYL ISOCYANATE


2484

tert-BUTYL ISOCYANATE


2485

n-BUTYL ISOCYANATE


2486

ISOBUTYL ISOCYANATE


2487

PHENYL ISOCYANATE


2488

CYCLOHEXYL ISOCYANATE




UN Number



Class ordivision

Subsidiaryrisk(s)

Packing Group

Stowage and


2490DICHLOROISOPROPYL ETHER

6.1 II Category B

2491 ETHANOLAMINE or ETHANOLAMINE SOLUTION


2493

HEXAMETHYLENEIMINE


2495

IODINE PENTAFLUORIDE

5.1 "6.1/8 I Category DSW1SW2

SG6SG16SG19SG35

2496PROPIONIC ANHYDRIDE

8 III Category A

24981,2,3,6-TETRAHYDROBENZALDEHYDE

3 III Category A

2501 TRIS-(1-AZIRIDINYL) PHOSPHINE OXIDE SOLUTION

6.1 II Category A

2501 TRIS-(1-AZIRIDINYL) PHOSPHINE OXIDE SOLUTION

6.1 III Category A

2502

VALERYL CHLORIDE


2503ZIRCONIUM TETRACHLORIDE

8 III Category A

2504TETRABROMOETHANE


2505AMMONIUM FLUORIDE


2506AMMONIUM HYDROGEN SULPHATE

8 II Category ASW2

2507CHLOROPLATINIC ACID, SOLID

8 III Category A

2508MOLYBDENUM PENTACHLORIDE

8 III Category CSW2

2509 POTASSIUM HYDROGEN SULPHATE

8 II Category A

25112-CHLOROPROPIONIC ACID

8 III Category A

2512AMINOPHENOLS (o-, m-, p-)

6.1 III Category A

2513

BROMOACETYL BROMIDE

8 II Category CSW2

SG36

2514BROMOBENZENE

3 III Category A

2515

BROMOFORM

6.1 P III Category ASW1SW2H2

2516

CARBON TETRABROMIDE


2517 1-CHLORO-1,1-DIFLUOROETHANE (REFRIGERANT GAS R 142b)

2.1 Category BSW2

2518

1,5,9-CYCLODODECATRIENE


2520CYCLOOCTADIENES

3 III Category A

2521

DIKETENE, STABILIZED


SG20SG21

25222-DIMETHYLAMINOETHYL METHACRYLATE


2524ETHYL ORTHOFORMATE

3 III Category A

2525ETHYL OXALATE

6.1 III Category A

2526

FURFURYLAMINE


2527 ISOBUTYL ACRYLATE, STABILIZED

3 III Category A

2528ISOBUTYL ISOBUTYRATE

3 III Category A

2529ISOBUTYRIC ACID

3 8 III Category A



UN Number



Class ordivision

Subsidiaryrisk(s)

Packing Group

Stowage and


2531METHACRYLIC ACID, STABILIZED

8 II Category CSW2

2533METHYL TRICHLOROACETATE

6.1 III Category A

2534

METHYLCHLOROSILANE


SG4SG9

25354-METHYLMORPHOLINE (N-METHYLMORPHOLINE)


2536METHYLTETRAHYDROFURAN

3 II Category B

2538NITRONAPHTHALENE

4.1 III Category A

2541TERPINOLENE

3 III Category A

2542TRIBUTYLAMINE

6.1 II Category A

2545HAFNIUM POWDER, DRY

4.2 I Category D


4.2 II Category D


4.2 III Category D

2546TITANIUM POWDER, DRY

4.2 I Category D


4.2 II Category D


4.2 III Category D

2547

SODIUM SUPEROXIDE

5.1 I Category EH1

SG16SG35SG59

2548

CHLORINE PENTAFLUORIDE


SG6SG19

2552HEXAFLUOROACETONE HYDRATE, LIQUID


2554METHYLALLYL CHLORIDE

3 II Category E

2555 NITROCELLULOSE WITH WATER (not less than 25% water, by mass)


2556 NITROCELLULOSE WITH ALCOHOL (not less than 25% alcohol, by mass, and not more than 12.6%

4.1 II Category D SG7SG30

2557 NITROCELLULOSE with not more than 12.6% nitrogen, by dry mass, MIXTURE WITH or WITHOUT PLASTICIZER, WITH or WITHOUT PIGMENT


2558

EPIBROMOHYDRIN


25602-METHYLPENTAN-2-OL

3 III Category A


3 I Category E

2564 TRICHLOROACETIC ACID SOLUTION

8 II Category B

2564 TRICHLOROACETIC ACID SOLUTION

8 III Category B

2565DICYCLOHEXYLAMINE

8 III Category A

2567 SODIUM PENTACHLOROPHENATE

6.1 P II Category A

2570CADMIUM COMPOUND

6.1 I Category A


6.1 II Category A


6.1 III Category A

2571

ALKYLSULPHURIC ACIDS

8 II Category CSW15

2572

PHENYLHYDRAZINE


2573

THALLIUM CHLORATE




UN Number



Class ordivision

Subsidiaryrisk(s)

Packing Group

Stowage and


2574 TRICRESYL PHOSPHATE with more than 3% ortho-isomer

6.1 P II Category A

2576PHOSPHORUS OXYBROMIDE, MOLTEN

8 II Category CSW2

2577

PHENYLACETYL CHLORIDE

8 II Category CSW2

2578

PHOSPHORUS TRIOXIDE


2579

PIPERAZINE


SG35

2580 ALUMINIUM BROMIDE SOLUTION

8 III Category A

2581 ALUMINIUM CHLORIDE SOLUTION

8 III Category A

2582FERRIC CHLORIDE SOLUTION

8 III Category A

2583 ALKYLSULPHONIC ACIDS, SOLID or ARYLSULPHONIC ACIDS, SOLID with more than 5% free sulphur

8 II Category A

2584 ALKYLSULPHONIC ACIDS, LIQUID or ARYLSULPHONIC ACIDS, LIQUID with more than 5% free sulph

8 II Category B

2585 ALKYLSULPHONIC ACIDS, SOLID or ARYLSULPHONIC ACIDS, SOLID with not more than 5% free sul

8 III Category A

2586 ALKYLSULPHONIC ACIDS, LIQUID or ARYLSULPHONIC ACIDS, LIQUID with not more than 5% free s

8 III Category B

2587BENZOQUINONE

6.1 II Category A

2588PESTICIDE, SOLID, TOXIC, N.O.S.

6.1 I Category ASW2





2589VINYL CHLOROACETATE

6.1 3 II Category A

2590WHITE ASBESTOS (chrysotile, actinolite, anthophyllite, tremolite)

9 III Category ASW2

SG29

2591 XENON, REFRIGERATED LIQUID

2.2 Category D

2599 CHLOROTRIFLUOROMETHANE AND TRIFLUOROMETHANE AZEOTROPIC MIXTURE with approximately 60% ch

2.2 Category A

2601

CYCLOBUTANE

2.1 Category BSW2

2602 DICHLORODIFLUOROMETHANE AND DIFLUOROETHANE AZEOTROPIC MIXTURE with approximately 74% dic

2.2 Category A

2603

CYCLOHEPTATRIENE


2604BORON TRIFLUORIDE DIETHYL ETHERATE

8 3 I Category DSW2

2605METHOXYMETHYL ISOCYANATE


2606

METHYL ORTHOSILICATE


2607

ACROLEIN DIMER, STABILIZED

3 III Category ASW2

2608NITROPROPANES

3 III Category A

2609TRIALLYL BORATE




UN Number



Class ordivision

Subsidiaryrisk(s)

Packing Group

Stowage and


2610

TRIALLYLAMINE


2611

PROPYLENE CHLOROHYDRIN

6.1 3 II Category ASW1SW2H2

2612

METHYL PROPYL ETHER

3 II Category ESW2

2614METHALLYL ALCOHOL

3 III Category A

2615ETHYL PROPYL ETHERS

3 II Category E

2616TRIISOPROPYL BORATE

3 II Category B

2616TRIISOPROPYL BORATE

3 III Category A

2617 METHYLCYCLOHEXANOLS flammable

3 III Category A

2618VINYLTOLUENES, STABILIZED

3 III Category A

2619

BENZYLDIMETHYLAMINE

8 3 II Category ASW1SW2

2620AMYL BUTYRATES

3 III Category A

2621ACETYL METHYL CARBINOL

3 III Category A

2622

GLYCIDALDEHYDE

3 6.1 II Category ASW2

2623 FIRELIGHTERS, SOLID with flammable liquid


2624

MAGNESIUM SILICIDE


2626 CHLORIC ACID, AQUEOUS SOLUTION with not more than 10% chloric acid


2627

NITRITES, INORGANIC, N.O.S.


2628POTASSIUM FLUOROACETATE

6.1 I Category E

2629SODIUM FLUOROACETATE

6.1 I Category E

2630SELENATES or SELENITES

6.1 I Category E

2642FLUOROACETIC ACID

6.1 I Category E

2643

METHYL BROMOACETATE


2644

METHYL IODIDE

6.1 I Category DSW1SW2H2

2645

PHENACYL BROMIDE


2646HEXACHLOROCYCLOPENTADIENE

6.1 I Category DSW2

2647

MALONONITRILE


2648

1,2-DIBROMOBUTAN-3-ONE


2649

1,3-DICHLOROACETONE

6.1 II Category BSW1SW2H2

2650

1,1-DICHLORO-1-NITROETHANE


SG17



UN Number



Class ordivision

Subsidiaryrisk(s)

Packing Group

Stowage and


2651 4,4'-DIAMINODIPHENYLMETHANE


2653

BENZYL IODIDE


2655POTASSIUM FLUOROSILICATE


2656

QUINOLINE


2657SELENIUM DISULPHIDE

6.1 II Category A

2659SODIUM CHLOROACETATE

6.1 III Category A

2660NITROTOLUIDINES (MONO)

6.1 III Category A

2661

HEXACHLOROACETONE

6.1 III Category BSW1SW2H2

2664DIBROMOMETHANE

6.1 III Category A

2667BUTYLTOLUENES

6.1 III Category A

2668

CHLOROACETONITRILE

6.1 3 I Category DSW1SW2H2

SG35

2669

CHLOROCRESOLS SOLUTION


2669

CHLOROCRESOLS SOLUTION


2670

CYANURIC CHLORIDE

8 II Category ASW1SW2H2

2671

AMINOPYRIDINES (o-, m-, p-)

6.1 II Category BSW1SW2H2

SG35

2672 AMMONIA SOLUTION relative density between 0.880 and 0.957 at 15ºC in water, with more than 10% but not more than 35% ammonia

8 III Category ASW2SW5

SG35

26732-AMINO-4-CHLOROPHENOL

6.1 II Category A

2674SODIUM FLUOROSILICATE


2676

STIBINE


2677RUBIDIUM HYDROXIDE SOLUTION


2677RUBIDIUM HYDROXIDE SOLUTION


2678

RUBIDIUM HYDROXIDE, SOLID


2679LITHIUM HYDROXIDE SOLUTION


2679LITHIUM HYDROXIDE SOLUTION


2680LITHIUM HYDROXIDE


2681CAESIUM HYDROXIDE SOLUTION


2681CAESIUM HYDROXIDE SOLUTION


2682

CAESIUM HYDROXIDE




UN Number



Class ordivision

Subsidiaryrisk(s)

Packing Group

Stowage and


2683

AMMONIUM SULPHIDE SOLUTION

8 3/6.1 II Category BSW1H2

SG35SG68

2684 3-DIETHYLAMINOPROPYLAMINE

3 8 III Category A

2685 N,N-DIETHYLETHYLENEDIAMINE

8 3 II Category A

26862-DIETHYLAMINOETHANOL

8 3 II Category A

2687 DICYCLOHEXYLAMMONIUM NITRITE

4.1 III Category A

26881-BROMO-3-CHLOROPROPANE

6.1 III Category A

2689 GLYCEROL-alpha-MONOCHLOROHYDRIN

6.1 III Category A

2690N,n-BUTYLIMIDAZOLE

6.1 II Category A

2691

PHOSPHORUS PENTABROMIDE

8 II Category BSW1SW2H2

SG36SG37

2692

BORON TRIBROMIDE

8 I Category CSW1H2

2693BISULPHITES, AQUEOUS SOLUTION, N.O.S.

8 III Category ASW2

SG35

2698 TETRAHYDROPHTHALIC ANHYDRIDES with more than 0.05% maleic anhydride

8 III Category A

2699

TRIFLUOROACETIC ACID

8 I Category BSW1SW2H2

2705

1-PENTOL


2707DIMETHYLDIOXANES

3 II Category B

2707DIMETHYLDIOXANES

3 III Category A

2709BUTYLBENZENES

3 III Category A

2710DIPROPYL KETONE

3 III Category A

2713ACRIDINE

6.1 III Category A

2714ZINC RESINATE

4.1 III Category A

2715ALUMINIUM RESINATE

4.1 III Category A

2716

1,4-BUTYNEDIOL


2717CAMPHOR synthetic

4.1 III Category A

2719

BARIUM BROMATE


2720CHROMIUM NITRATE

5.1 III Category A

2721

COPPER CHLORATE


2722LITHIUM NITRATE

5.1 III Category A

2723

MAGNESIUM CHLORATE


2724MANGANESE NITRATE

5.1 III Category A

2725NICKEL NITRATE

5.1 III Category A

2726

NICKEL NITRITE


2727THALLIUM NITRATE

6.1 5.1P II Category A

2728ZIRCONIUM NITRATE

5.1 III Category A



UN Number



Class ordivision

Subsidiaryrisk(s)

Packing Group

Stowage and


2729HEXACHLOROBENZENE

6.1 III Category A

2730NITROANISOLES, LIQUID

6.1 III Category A

2732 NITROBROMOBENZENES, LIQUID

6.1 III Category A

2733 AMINES, FLAMMABLE, CORROSIVE, N.O.S. or POLYAMINES, FLAMMABLE, CORROSIVE, N.O.S.

3 8 I Category DSW2

SG35



SG35



SG35

2734 AMINES, LIQUID, CORROSIVE, FLAMMABLE, N.O.S. or POLYAMINES, LIQUID, CORROSIVE, FLAMMABLE

8 3 I Category A SG35

2734 AMINES, LIQUID, CORROSIVE, FLAMMABLE, N.O.S. or POLYAMINES, LIQUID, CORROSIVE, FLAMMABLE

8 3 II Category A SG35

2735 AMINES, LIQUID, CORROSIVE, N.O.S. or POLYAMINES, LIQUID, CORROSIVE, N.O.S.

8 I Category A SG35





2738N-BUTYLANILINE


2739BUTYRIC ANHYDRIDE

8 III Category A

2740

n-PROPYL CHLOROFORMATE

6.1 "3/8 I Category BSW2

SG5SG8

2741

BARIUM HYPOCHLORITE with more than 22% available chlorine

5.1 6.1 II Category B SG35SG38SG49SG53SG60

2742

CHLOROFORMATES, TOXIC, CORROSIVE, FLAMMABLE, N.O.S.

6.1 II Category ASW1SW2H1H2

SG5SG8

2743

n-BUTYL CHLOROFORMATE

6.1 "3/8 II Category ASW1SW2H1H2

SG5SG8

2744

CYCLOBUTYL CHLOROFORMATE

6.1 "3/8 II Category ASW1SW2H1H2

SG5SG8

2745

CHLOROMETHYL CHLOROFORMATE

6.1 8 II Category ASW1SW2H1H2

2746

PHENYL CHLOROFORMATE


2747

tert-BUTYLCYCLOHEXYL CHLOROFORMATE

6.1 III Category ASW1H1H2



UN Number



Class ordivision

Subsidiaryrisk(s)

Packing Group

Stowage and


2748

2-ETHYLHEXYL CHLOROFORMATE


2749TETRAMETHYLSILANE

3 I Category D

2750

1,3-DICHLOROPROPANOL-2


2751

DIETHYLTHIOPHOSPHORYL CHLORIDE

8 II Category DSW1SW2H2

27521,2-EPOXY-3-ETHOXYPROPANE

3 III Category A

2753 N-ETHYLBENZYLTOLUIDINES, LIQUID

6.1 III Category A

2754N-ETHYLTOLUIDINES

6.1 II Category A

2757CARBAMATE PESTICIDE, SOLID, TOXIC

6.1 I Category ASW2





2758 CARBAMATE PESTICIDE, LIQUID, FLAMMABLE, TOXIC flashpoint less than 23ºC


2758 CARBAMATE PESTICIDE, LIQUID, FLAMMABLE, TOXIC flashpoint less than 23ºC


2759ARSENICAL PESTICIDE, SOLID, TOXIC

6.1 I Category ASW2





2760 ARSENICAL PESTICIDE, LIQUID, FLAMMABLE, TOXIC flashpoint less than 23ºC


2760 ARSENICAL PESTICIDE, LIQUID, FLAMMABLE, TOXIC flashpoint less than 23ºC


2761ORGANOCHLORINE PESTICIDE, SOLID, TOXIC

6.1 I Category ASW2





2762ORGANOCHLORINE PESTICIDE, LIQUID, FLAMMABLE, TOXIC flashpoint less than 23ºC


2762ORGANOCHLORINE PESTICIDE, LIQUID, FLAMMABLE, TOXIC flashpoint less than 23ºC


2763TRIAZINE PESTICIDE, SOLID, TOXIC

6.1 I Category ASW2





2764 TRIAZINE PESTICIDE, LIQUID, FLAMMABLE, TOXIC flashpoint less than 23ºC


2764 TRIAZINE PESTICIDE, LIQUID, FLAMMABLE, TOXIC flashpoint less than 23ºC




UN Number



Class ordivision

Subsidiaryrisk(s)

Packing Group

Stowage and


2771THIOCARBAMATE PESTICIDE, SOLID, TOXIC

6.1 I Category ASW2





2772 THIOCARBAMATE PESTICIDE, LIQUID, FLAMMABLE, TOXIC flashpoint less than 23ºC


2772 THIOCARBAMATE PESTICIDE, LIQUID, FLAMMABLE, TOXIC flashpoint less than 23ºC


2775COPPER BASED PESTICIDE, SOLID, TOXIC

6.1 I Category ASW2





2776 COPPER BASED PESTICIDE, LIQUID, FLAMMABLE, TOXIC flashpoint less than 23ºC


2776 COPPER BASED PESTICIDE, LIQUID, FLAMMABLE, TOXIC flashpoint less than 23ºC


2777MERCURY BASED PESTICIDE, SOLID, TOXIC






2778 MERCURY BASED PESTICIDE, LIQUID, FLAMMABLE, TOXIC flashpoint less than 23ºC

3 6.1P I Category BSW2

2778 MERCURY BASED PESTICIDE, LIQUID, FLAMMABLE, TOXIC flashpoint less than 23ºC

3 6.1P II Category BSW2

2779SUBSTITUTED NITROPHENOL PESTICIDE, SOLID, TOXIC

6.1 I Category ASW2





2780 SUBSTITUTED NITROPHENOL PESTICIDE, LIQUID, FLAMMABLE, TOXIC flashpoint less than 23ºC


2780 SUBSTITUTED NITROPHENOL PESTICIDE, LIQUID, FLAMMABLE, TOXIC flashpoint less than 23ºC


2781BIPYRIDILIUM PESTICIDE, SOLID, TOXIC

6.1 I Category ASW2





2782 BIPYRIDILIUM PESTICIDE, LIQUID, FLAMMABLE, TOXIC flashpoint less than 23ºC


2782 BIPYRIDILIUM PESTICIDE, LIQUID, FLAMMABLE, TOXIC flashpoint less than 23ºC


2783ORGANOPHOSPHORUS PESTICIDE, SOLID, TOXIC

6.1 I Category ASW2





UN Number



Class ordivision

Subsidiaryrisk(s)

Packing Group

Stowage and




2784 ORGANOPHOSPHORUS PESTICIDE, LIQUID, FLAMMABLE, TOXIC flashpoint less than 23ºC


2784 ORGANOPHOSPHORUS PESTICIDE, LIQUID, FLAMMABLE, TOXIC flashpoint less than 23ºC


2785

4-THIAPENTANAL

6.1 III Category DSW1

SG20SG21

2786ORGANOTIN PESTICIDE, SOLID, TOXIC






2787 ORGANOTIN PESTICIDE, LIQUID, FLAMMABLE, TOXIC flashpoint less than 23ºC

3 6.1P I Category BSW2

2787 ORGANOTIN PESTICIDE, LIQUID, FLAMMABLE, TOXIC flashpoint less than 23ºC

3 6.1P II Category BSW2

2788ORGANOTIN COMPOUND, LIQUID, N.O.S.






2789 ACETIC ACID, GLACIAL or ACETIC ACID SOLUTION, more than 80% acid, by mass

8 3 II Category A

2790 ACETIC ACID SOLUTION not less than 50% but not more than 80% acid, by mass

8 II Category A

2790 ACETIC ACID SOLUTION more than 10% and less than 50% acid, by mass

8 III Category A

2793 FERROUS METAL BORINGS, SHAVINGS, TURNINGS, or CUTTINGS in a form liable to self-heating

4.2 III Category A

2794BATTERIES, WET, FILLED WITH ACID electric storage

8 Category ASW16

2795BATTERIES, WET, FILLED WITH ALKALI electric storage

8 Category ASW16

SG35

2796 SULPHURIC ACID with not more than 51% acid or BATTERY FLUID, ACID

8 II Category B

2797

BATTERY FLUID, ALKALI


2798PHENYLPHOSPHORUS DICHLORIDE

8 II Category BSW2

2799PHENYLPHOSPHORUS THIODICHLORIDE

8 II Category BSW2

2800 BATTERIES, WET, NON-SPILLABLE electric storage

8 Category A

2801 DYE, LIQUID, CORROSIVE, N.O.S. or DYE INTERMEDIATE, LIQUID, CORROSIVE, N.O.S.

8 I Category A


8 II Category A


8 III Category A

2802COPPER CHLORIDE

8 P III Category A

2803

GALLIUM

8 III Category BSW1



UN Number



Class ordivision

Subsidiaryrisk(s)

Packing Group

Stowage and


2805 LITHIUM HYDRIDE, FUSED SOLID


2806LITHIUM NITRIDE

4.3 I Category E

2807MAGNETIZED MATERIAL

9 III -

2809

MERCURY


SG24

2810

TOXIC LIQUID, ORGANIC, N.O.S.

6.1 I Category BSW2

2810



2810



2811TOXIC SOLID, ORGANIC, N.O.S.

6.1 I Category B


6.1 II Category B


6.1 III Category A

2812SODIUM ALUMINATE, SOLID

8 -

2813WATER-REACTIVE SOLID, N.O.S.

4.3 I Category ESW2




4.3 III Category ESW2

2814 INFECTIOUS SUBSTANCE, AFFECTING HUMANS

6.2 SW7

2815

N-AMINOETHYLPIPERAZINE


2817 AMMONIUM HYDROGENDIFLUORIDE SOLUTION


2817 AMMONIUM HYDROGENDIFLUORIDE SOLUTION


2818

AMMONIUM POLYSULPHIDE SOLUTION

8 6.1 II Category BSW1SW2H2

SG35

2818

AMMONIUM POLYSULPHIDE SOLUTION

8 6.1 III Category BSW1SW2H2

SG35

2819AMYL ACID PHOSPHATE

8 III Category A

2820

BUTYRIC ACID


2821PHENOL SOLUTION

6.1 II Category A

2821PHENOL SOLUTION

6.1 III Category A

2822

2-CHLOROPYRIDINE


2823

CROTONIC ACID, SOLID


2826

ETHYL CHLOROTHIOFORMATE

8 3P II Category ASW2

2829CAPROIC ACID

8 III Category A

2830

LITHIUM FERROSILICON

4.3 II Category ESW2SW5H1

2831

1,1,1-TRICHLOROETHANE


2834

PHOSPHOROUS ACID

8 III Category ASW1



UN Number



Class ordivision

Subsidiaryrisk(s)

Packing Group

Stowage and


2835SODIUM ALUMINIUM HYDRIDE


2837 BISULPHATES, AQUEOUS SOLUTION

8 II Category A

2837 BISULPHATES, AQUEOUS SOLUTION

8 III Category A

2838VINYL BUTYRATE, STABILIZED

3 II Category B

2839

ALDOL


2840BUTYRALDOXIME

3 III Category A

2841DI-n-AMYLAMINE


2842NITROETHANE

3 III Category A

2844

CALCIUM MANGANESE SILICON


SG35

2845 PYROPHORIC LIQUID, ORGANIC, N.O.S.


2846 PYROPHORIC SOLID, ORGANIC, N.O.S.

4.2 I Category D

28493-CHLOROPROPANOL-1

6.1 III Category A

2850PROPYLENE TETRAMER

3 III Category A

2851

BORON TRIFLUORIDE DIHYDRATE

8 II Category BSW1SW2H2

2852 DIPICRYL SULPHIDE, WETTED with not less than 10% water, by mass


2853MAGNESIUM FLUOROSILICATE


2854AMMONIUM FLUOROSILICATE


2855ZINC FLUOROSILICATE


2856FLUOROSILICATES, N.O.S.


2857 REFRIGERATING MACHINES containing non-flammable, non-toxic gases or ammonia solution (UN2672)

2.2 Category A

2858 ZIRCONIUM, DRY coiled wire, finished metal sheets, strip (thinner than 254 microns but not thinner than 18 microns)

4.1 III Category A

2859

AMMONIUM METAVANADATE

6.1 II Category A SG6SG8SG10SG12

2861

AMMONIUM POLYVANADATE

6.1 II Category A SG6SG8SG10SG12

2862 VANADIUM PENTOXIDE, non-fused form

6.1 III Category A

2863 SODIUM AMMONIUM VANADATE

6.1 II Category A

2864POTASSIUM METAVANADATE

6.1 II Category A

2865HYDROXYLAMINE SULPHATE

8 III Category A

2869TITANIUM TRICHLORIDE MIXTURE

8 II Category ASW2

2869TITANIUM TRICHLORIDE MIXTURE

8 III Category ASW2

2870ALUMINIUM BOROHYDRIDE


2870 ALUMINIUM BOROHYDRIDE IN DEVICES


2871ANTIMONY POWDER

6.1 III Category A

2872DIBROMOCHLOROPROPANES

6.1 II Category A

2872DIBROMOCHLOROPROPANES

6.1 III Category A



UN Number



Class ordivision

Subsidiaryrisk(s)

Packing Group

Stowage and


2873N,N-DI-n-BUTYLAMINOETHANOL

6.1 III Category A

2874

FURFURYL ALCOHOL


2875HEXACHLOROPHENE

6.1 III Category A

2876RESORCINOL

6.1 III Category A

2878 TITANIUM, SPONGE GRANULES or TITANIUM, SPONGE POWDERS

4.1 III Category D SG17

2879

SELENIUM OXYCHLORIDE


2880CALCIUM HYPOCHLORITE, HYDRATED or CALCIUM HYPOCHLORITE, HYDRATED MIXTURE with not less than 5.5% but not more than 16% water



2880CALCIUM HYPOCHLORITE, HYDRATED or CALCIUM HYPOCHLORITE, HYDRATED MIXTURE with not less than 5.5% but not more than 16% water



2881METAL CATALYST, DRY

4.2 I Category C


4.2 II Category C


4.2 III Category C

2900 INFECTIOUS SUBSTANCE, AFFECTING ANIMALS only

6.2 SW7

2901

BROMINE CHLORIDE


SG6SG19

2902PESTICIDE, LIQUID, TOXIC, N.O.S.

6.1 I Category BSW2





2903 PESTICIDE, LIQUID, TOXIC, FLAMMABLE, N.O.S. flashpoint not less than 23ºC

6.1 3 I Category BSW2




6.1 3 III Category ASW2

2904 CHLOROPHENOLATES, LIQUID or PHENOLATES, LIQUID

8 III Category A

2905 CHLOROPHENOLATES, SOLID or PHENOLATES, SOLID

8 III Category A

2907 ISOSORBIDE DINITRATE MIXTURE with not less than 60% lactose, mannose, starch, or calcium


2908 RADIOACTIVE MATERIAL, EXCEPTED PACKAGE - EMPTY PACKAGING

7 See SP290 Category A

2909RADIOACTIVE MATERIAL, EXCEPTED PACKAGE - ARTICLES MANUFACTURED FROM NATURAL URANIUM or D


2910RADIOACTIVE MATERIAL, EXCEPTED PACKAGE - LIMITED QUANTITY OF MATERIAL


2911 RADIOACTIVE MATERIAL, EXCEPTED PACKAGE - INSTRUMENTS or ARTICLES


2912 RADIOACTIVE MATERIAL, LOW SPECIFIC ACTIVITY (LSA-I), non fissile or fissile-excepted

7 See SP172 Category ASW20



UN Number



Class ordivision

Subsidiaryrisk(s)

Packing Group

Stowage and


2913 RADIOACTIVE MATERIAL, SURFACE CONTAMINATED OBJECTS( SCO-I or SCO-II), non fissile or fis


2915RADIOACTIVE MATERIAL, TYPE A PACKAGE, non-special form, non fissile or fissile-excepted

7 See SP172 Category ASW20SW21

2916 RADIOACTIVE MATERIAL, TYPE B(U) PACKAGE, non fissile or fissile-excepted


2917 RADIOACTIVE MATERIAL, TYPE B(M) PACKAGE, non fissile or fissile-excepted


2919 RADIOACTIVE MATERIAL TRANSPORTED UNDER SPECIAL ARRANGEMENT, non fissile or fissile-excep


2920

CORROSIVE LIQUID, FLAMMABLE, N.O.S.

8 3 I Category CSW1SW2

2920

CORROSIVE LIQUID, FLAMMABLE, N.O.S.

8 3 II Category CSW1SW2

2921CORROSIVE SOLID, FLAMMABLE, N.O.S.

8 4.1 I Category BSW1H2

2921CORROSIVE SOLID, FLAMMABLE, N.O.S.

8 4.1 II Category BSW1H2

2922CORROSIVE LIQUID, TOXIC, N.O.S.






2923CORROSIVE SOLID, TOXIC, N.O.S.






2924FLAMMABLE LIQUID, CORROSIVE, N.O.S.

3 8 I Category ESW2





2925FLAMMABLE SOLID, CORROSIVE, ORGANIC, N.O.S.


2925FLAMMABLE SOLID, CORROSIVE, ORGANIC, N.O.S.

4.1 8 III Category DSW2

2926FLAMMABLE SOLID, TOXIC, ORGANIC, N.O.S.

4.1 6.1 II Category BSW2

2926FLAMMABLE SOLID, TOXIC, ORGANIC, N.O.S.

4.1 6.1 III Category BSW2

2927TOXIC LIQUID, CORROSIVE, ORGANIC, N.O.S.


2927TOXIC LIQUID, CORROSIVE, ORGANIC, N.O.S.


2928TOXIC SOLID, CORROSIVE, ORGANIC, N.O.S.


2928TOXIC SOLID, CORROSIVE, ORGANIC, N.O.S.




UN Number



Class ordivision

Subsidiaryrisk(s)

Packing Group

Stowage and


2929TOXIC LIQUID, FLAMMABLE, ORGANIC, N.O.S.


2929TOXIC LIQUID, FLAMMABLE, ORGANIC, N.O.S.


2930 TOXIC SOLID, FLAMMABLE, ORGANIC, N.O.S.

6.1 4.1 I Category B

2930 TOXIC SOLID, FLAMMABLE, ORGANIC, N.O.S.

6.1 4.1 II Category B

2931VANADYL SULPHATE

6.1 II Category A

2933 METHYL 2-CHLOROPROPIONATE

3 III Category A

2934 ISOPROPYL 2-CHLOROPROPIONATE

3 III Category A

2935ETHYL 2-CHLOROPROPIONATE

3 III Category A

2936THIOLACTIC ACID

6.1 II Category A

2937 alpha-METHYLBENZYL ALCOHOL, LIQUID

6.1 III Category A

29409-PHOSPHABICYCLONONANES (CYCLOOCTADIENE PHOSPHINES)

4.2 II Category A

2941FLUOROANILINES

6.1 III Category A

29422-TRIFLUOROMETHYLANILINE

6.1 III Category A

2943TETRAHYDROFURFURYLAMINE

3 III Category A

2945

N-METHYLBUTYLAMINE


2946 2-AMINO-5-DIETHYLAMINOPENTANE

6.1 III Category A

2947ISOPROPYL CHLOROACETATE

3 III Category A

2948

3-TRIFLUOROMETHYLANILINE


2949 SODIUM HYDROSULPHIDE, HYDRATED with not less than 25% water of crystallization


2950 MAGNESIUM GRANULES, COATED particle size not less than 149 microns


2956

5-tert-BUTYL-2,4,6-TRINITRO-m-XYLENE (MUSK XYLENE)

4.1 III Category DSW1SW2H2H3

SG1

2965

BORON TRIFLUORIDE DIMETHYL ETHERATE


SG5SG7SG8SG13

2966THIOGLYCOL

6.1 II Category A

2967SULPHAMIC ACID

8 III Category A

2968 MANEB, STABILIZED or MANEB PREPARATION, STABILIZED against self-heating

4.3 III Category B SG29SG35

2969CASTOR BEANS or CASTOR MEAL or CASTOR POMACE or CASTOR FLAKE

9 II Category ESW2

SG10SG18SG29

2977 RADIOACTIVE MATERIAL, URANIUM HEXAFLUORIDE, FISSILE

7 8 Category ASW12

2978 RADIOACTIVE MATERIAL, URANIUM HEXAFLUORIDE non fissile or fissile-excepted

7 8 Category ASW12

2983 ETHYLENE OXIDE AND PROPYLENE OXIDE MIXTURE with not more than 30% ethylene oxide


2984 HYDROGEN PEROXIDE, AQUEOUS SOLUTION with not less than 8% but less than 20% hydrogen peroxide (stabilized as necessary)


SG16SG59SG72



UN Number



Class ordivision

Subsidiaryrisk(s)

Packing Group

Stowage and


2985CHLOROSILANES, FLAMMABLE, CORROSIVE, N.O.S.


2986CHLOROSILANES, CORROSIVE, FLAMMABLE, N.O.S.


2987CHLOROSILANES, CORROSIVE, N.O.S.

8 II Category CSW2

2988

CHLOROSILANES, WATER-REACTIVE, FLAMMABLE, CORROSIVE, N.O.S.


SG5SG7SG8SG13

2989LEAD PHOSPHITE, DIBASIC


2989LEAD PHOSPHITE, DIBASIC

4.1 III Category B SG29

2990LIFE-SAVING APPLIANCES, SELF-INFLATING

9 Category A SG18SG71

2991 CARBAMATE PESTICIDE, LIQUID, TOXIC, FLAMMABLE, flashpoint not less than 23ºC






2992CARBAMATE PESTICIDE, LIQUID, TOXIC

6.1 I Category BSW2





2993 ARSENICAL PESTICIDE, LIQUID, TOXIC, FLAMMABLE flashpoint not less than 23ºC






2994ARSENICAL PESTICIDE, LIQUID, TOXIC

6.1 I Category BSW2





2995ORGANOCHLORINE PESTICIDE, LIQUID, TOXIC, FLAMMABLE flashpoint not less than 23ºC






2996ORGANOCHLORINE PESTICIDE, LIQUID, TOXIC

6.1 I Category BSW2





2997 TRIAZINE PESTICIDE, LIQUID, TOXIC, FLAMMABLE, flashpoint not less than 23ºC






UN Number



Class ordivision

Subsidiaryrisk(s)

Packing Group

Stowage and




2998TRIAZINE PESTICIDE, LIQUID, TOXIC

6.1 I Category BSW2





3005 THIOCARBAMATE PESTICIDE, LIQUID, TOXIC, FLAMMABLE flashpoint not less than 23ºC






3006THIOCARBAMATE PESTICIDE, LIQUID, TOXIC

6.1 I Category BSW2





3009 COPPER BASED PESTICIDE, LIQUID, TOXIC, FLAMMABLE flashpoint not less than 23ºC

6.1 I Category BSW2





3010COPPER BASED PESTICIDE, LIQUID, TOXIC

6.1 I Category BSW2





3011 MERCURY BASED PESTICIDE, LIQUID, TOXIC, FLAMMABLE flashpoint not less than 23ºC

6.1 3P I Category BSW2


6.1 3P II Category BSW2


6.1 3P III Category ASW2

3012MERCURY BASED PESTICIDE, LIQUID, TOXIC






3013 SUBSTITUTED NITROPHENOL PESTICIDE, LIQUID, TOXIC, FLAMMABLE flashpoint not less than 23º






3014SUBSTITUTED NITROPHENOL PESTICIDE, LIQUID, TOXIC

6.1 I Category BSW2





UN Number



Class ordivision

Subsidiaryrisk(s)

Packing Group

Stowage and




3015 BIPYRIDILIUM PESTICIDE, LIQUID, TOXIC, FLAMMABLE flashpoint not less than 23ºC

6.1 I Category BSW2





3016BIPYRIDILIUM PESTICIDE, LIQUID, TOXIC

6.1 I Category BSW2





3017 ORGANOPHOSPHORUS PESTICIDE, LIQUID, TOXIC, FLAMMABLE flashpoint not less than 23ºC






3018ORGANOPHOSPHORUS PESTICIDE, LIQUID, TOXIC

6.1 I Category BSW2





3019 ORGANOTIN PESTICIDE, LIQUID, TOXIC, FLAMMABLE flashpoint not less than 23ºC

6.1 3P I Category BSW2


6.1 3P II Category BSW2


6.1 3P III Category ASW2

3020ORGANOTIN PESTICIDE, LIQUID, TOXIC






3021 PESTICIDE, LIQUID, FLAMMABLE, TOXIC, N.O.S. flashpoint less than 23ºC


3021 PESTICIDE, LIQUID, FLAMMABLE, TOXIC, N.O.S. flashpoint less than 23ºC


30221,2-BUTYLENE OXIDE, STABILIZED


3023

2-METHYL-2-HEPTANETHIOL


SG57

3024 COUMARIN DERIVATIVE PESTICIDE, LIQUID, FLAMMABLE, TOXIC, flashpoint less than 23ºC


3024 COUMARIN DERIVATIVE PESTICIDE, LIQUID, FLAMMABLE, TOXIC, flashpoint less than 23ºC


3025 COUMARIN DERIVATIVE PESTICIDE, LIQUID, TOXIC, FLAMMABLE flashpoint not less than 23ºC




UN Number



Class ordivision

Subsidiaryrisk(s)

Packing Group

Stowage and






3026COUMARIN DERIVATIVE PESTICIDE, LIQUID, TOXIC

6.1 I Category BSW2





3027COUMARIN DERIVATIVE PESTICIDE, SOLID, TOXIC

6.1 I Category ASW2





3028BATTERIES, DRY, CONTAINING POTASSIUM HYDROXIDE, SOLID electric storage


3048

ALUMINIUM PHOSPHIDE PESTICIDE

6.1 I Category ESW2SW5

3054CYCLOHEXANETHIOL (CYCLOHEXYL MERCAPTAN)

3 III Category ASW2

SG50SG57

30552-(2-AMINOETHOXY) ETHANOL

8 8 III Category A

3056n-HEPTALDEHYDE

3 III Category A

3057

TRIFLUOROACETYL CHLORIDE

2.3 8 Category DSW2

3064NITROGLYCERIN SOLUTION IN ALCOHOL with more than 1% but not more than 5% nitroglycerin

3 II Category E

3065ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES, with more than 70% alcohol by volume

3 II Category A

3065 ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES, with more than 24% but not more than 70% alcohol by volume

3 III Category A

3066 PAINT (including paint, lacquer, enamel, stain, shellac, varnish, polish, liquid filler

8 II Category BSW2

3066 PAINT (including paint, lacquer, enamel, stain, shellac, varnish, polish, liquid filler

8 III Category ASW2

3070 ETHYLENE OXIDE AND DICHLORODIFLUOROMETHANE MIXTURE with not more than 12.5% ethylene oxi

2.2 Category A

3071 MERCAPTANS, LIQUID, TOXIC, FLAMMABLE, N.O.S. or MERCAPTAN MIXTURE, LIQUID, TOXIC, FLAMMA


SG57

3072LIFE-SAVING APPLIANCES, NOT SELF-INFLATING containing dangerous goods as equipment

9 Category A SG18SG71

3073

VINYLPYRIDINES, STABILIZED

6.1 "3/8 II Category CSW2

SG5SG8SG35

3077 ENVIRONMENTALLY HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCE, SOLID, N.O.S.

9 III Category ASW23

3078CERIUM turnings or gritty powder


3079METHACRYLONITRILE, STABILIZED




UN Number



Class ordivision

Subsidiaryrisk(s)

Packing Group

Stowage and


3080 ISOCYANATES, TOXIC, FLAMMABLE, N.O.S or ISOCYANATE SOLUTION, TOXIC, FLAMMABLE, N.O.S.


3082 ENVIRONMENTALLY HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCE, LIQUID, N.O.S.

9 III Category A

3083

PERCHLORYL FLUORIDE


3084 CORROSIVE SOLID, OXIDIZING, N.O.S.

8 5.1 I Category C

3084 CORROSIVE SOLID, OXIDIZING, N.O.S.

8 5.1 II Category C

3085

OXIDIZING SOLID, CORROSIVE, N.O.S.

5.1 8 I Category DH1

SG38SG49SG60

3085


5.1 8 II Category BH1

SG38SG49SG60

3085


5.1 8 III Category BH1

SG38SG49SG60

3086 TOXIC SOLID, OXIDIZING, N.O.S.

6.1 5.1 I Category C

3086 TOXIC SOLID, OXIDIZING, N.O.S.

6.1 5.1 II Category C

3087

OXIDIZING SOLID, TOXIC, N.O.S.

5.1 5.1 I Category D SG38SG49SG60

3087


5.1 6.1 II Category B SG38SG49SG60

3087


5.1 6.1 III Category B SG38SG49SG60

3088 SELF-HEATING SOLID, ORGANIC, N.O.S.

4.2 II Category C

3088 SELF-HEATING SOLID, ORGANIC, N.O.S.

4.2 III Category C

3089 METAL POWDER, FLAMMABLE, N.O.S.


3089 METAL POWDER, FLAMMABLE, N.O.S.

4.1 III Category B SG17

3090 LITHIUM METAL BATTERIES (including lithium alloy batteries)

9 II Category A

3091 LITHIUM METAL BATTERIES CONTAINED IN EQUIPMENT or LITHIUM METAL BATTERIES PACKED WITH EQUIPMENT (including lithium alloy batteries)

9 II Category A

30921-METHOXY-2-PROPANOL

3 III Category A

3093 CORROSIVE LIQUID, OXIDIZING, N.O.S.

8 5.1 I Category C

3093 CORROSIVE LIQUID, OXIDIZING, N.O.S.

8 5.1 II Category C

3094 CORROSIVE LIQUID, WATER-REACTIVE, N.O.S.

8 4.3 I Category D

3094 CORROSIVE LIQUID, WATER-REACTIVE, N.O.S.

8 4.3 II Category D

3095 CORROSIVE SOLID, SELF-HEATING, N.O.S.

8 4.2 I Category D

3095 CORROSIVE SOLID, SELF-HEATING, N.O.S.

8 4.2 II Category D

3096 CORROSIVE SOLID, WATER-REACTIVE, N.O.S.

8 4.3 I Category D

3096 CORROSIVE SOLID, WATER-REACTIVE, N.O.S.

8 4.3 II Category D

3097 FLAMMABLE SOLID, OXIDIZING, N.O.S.

4.1 5.1 II -

3097 FLAMMABLE SOLID, OXIDIZING, N.O.S.

4.1 5.1 III -

3098

OXIDIZING LIQUID, CORROSIVE, N.O.S.

5.1 8 I Category DH1

SG38SG49SG60



UN Number



Class ordivision

Subsidiaryrisk(s)

Packing Group

Stowage and


3098


5.1 8 II Category BH1

SG38SG49SG60

3098


5.1 8 III Category BH1

SG38SG49SG60

3099

OXIDIZING LIQUID, TOXIC, N.O.S.

5.1 6.1 I Category D SG38SG49SG60

3099


5.1 6.1 II Category B SG38SG49SG60

3099


5.1 6.1 III Category B SG38SG49SG60

3100 OXIDIZING SOLID, SELF-HEATING, N.O.S.

5.1 4.2 I -

3100 OXIDIZING SOLID, SELF-HEATING, N.O.S.

5.1 4.2 II -

3101

ORGANIC PEROXIDE TYPE B, LIQUID

5.2 See SP181 Category DSW1

SG1SG35SG36

3102

ORGANIC PEROXIDE TYPE B, SOLID


SG1SG35SG36

3103ORGANIC PEROXIDE TYPE C, LIQUID

5.2 Category DSW1

SG35SG36

3104ORGANIC PEROXIDE TYPE C, SOLID

5.2 Category DSW1

SG35SG36

3105

ORGANIC PEROXIDE TYPE D, LIQUID

5.2 Category DSW1

SG35SG36SG72

3106ORGANIC PEROXIDE TYPE D, SOLID

5.2 Category DSW1

SG35SG36

3107

ORGANIC PEROXIDE TYPE E, LIQUID

5.2 Category DSW1

SG35SG36SG72

3108ORGANIC PEROXIDE TYPE E, SOLID

5.2 Category DSW1

SG35SG36

3109

ORGANIC PEROXIDE TYPE F, LIQUID

5.2 Category DSW1

SG35SG36SG72

3110ORGANIC PEROXIDE TYPE F, SOLID

5.2 Category DSW1

SG35SG36

3111ORGANIC PEROXIDE TYPE B, LIQUID, TEMPERATURE CONTROLLED


SG1SG35SG36

3112ORGANIC PEROXIDE TYPE B, SOLID, TEMPERATURE CONTROLLED

5.2 See SP181 Category DSW1SW3

SG1SG35SG36

3113 ORGANIC PEROXIDE TYPE C, LIQUID, TEMPERATURE CONTROLLED


SG35SG36

3114 ORGANIC PEROXIDE TYPE C, SOLID, TEMPERATURE CONTROLLED


SG35SG36

3115 ORGANIC PEROXIDE TYPE D, LIQUID, TEMPERATURE CONTROLLED


SG35SG36

3116 ORGANIC PEROXIDE TYPE D, SOLID, TEMPERATURE CONTROLLED


SG35SG36

3117 ORGANIC PEROXIDE TYPE E, LIQUID, TEMPERATURE CONTROLLED


SG35SG36

3118 ORGANIC PEROXIDE TYPE E, SOLID, TEMPERATURE CONTROLLED


SG35SG36



UN Number



Class ordivision

Subsidiaryrisk(s)

Packing Group

Stowage and


3119 ORGANIC PEROXIDE TYPE F, LIQUID, TEMPERATURE CONTROLLED


SG35SG36

3120 ORGANIC PEROXIDE TYPE F, SOLID, TEMPERATURE CONTROLLED


SG35SG36

3121 OXIDIZING SOLID, WATER-REACTIVE, N.O.S.

5.1 4.3 I -

3121 OXIDIZING SOLID, WATER-REACTIVE, N.O.S.

5.1 4.3 II -

3122 TOXIC LIQUID, OXIDIZING, N.O.S.

6.1 5.1 I Category C

3122 TOXIC LIQUID, OXIDIZING, N.O.S.


3123TOXIC LIQUID, WATER-REACTIVE, N.O.S.


3123TOXIC LIQUID, WATER-REACTIVE, N.O.S.


3124TOXIC SOLID, SELF-HEATING, N.O.S.


3124TOXIC SOLID, SELF-HEATING, N.O.S.


3125TOXIC SOLID, WATER-REACTIVE, N.O.S.


3125TOXIC SOLID, WATER-REACTIVE, N.O.S.


3126SELF-HEATING SOLID, CORROSIVE, ORGANIC, N.O.S.

4.2 8 II Category C

3126SELF-HEATING SOLID, CORROSIVE, ORGANIC, N.O.S.

4.2 8 III Category C

3127 SELF-HEATING SOLID, OXIDIZING, N.O.S.

4.2 5.1 II -

3127 SELF-HEATING SOLID, OXIDIZING, N.O.S.

4.2 5.1 III -

3128 SELF-HEATING SOLID, TOXIC, ORGANIC, N.O.S.


3128 SELF-HEATING SOLID, TOXIC, ORGANIC, N.O.S.

4.2 6.1 III Category C

3129 WATER-REACTIVE LIQUID, CORROSIVE, N.O.S.

4.3 8 I Category D

3129WATER-REACTIVE LIQUID, CORROSIVE, N.O.S.

4.3 8 II Category ESW5

3129 WATER-REACTIVE LIQUID, CORROSIVE, N.O.S.

4.3 8 III Category E

3130 WATER-REACTIVE LIQUID, TOXIC, N.O.S.


3130WATER-REACTIVE LIQUID, TOXIC, N.O.S.

4.3 6.1 II Category ESW5

3130WATER-REACTIVE LIQUID, TOXIC, N.O.S.

4.3 6.1 III Category ESW5

3131 WATER-REACTIVE SOLID, CORROSIVE, N.O.S.

4.3 8 I Category D

3131WATER-REACTIVE SOLID, CORROSIVE, N.O.S.

4.3 8 II Category ESW5

3131WATER-REACTIVE SOLID, CORROSIVE, N.O.S.

4.3 8 III Category ESW5

3132 WATER-REACTIVE SOLID, FLAMMABLE, N.O.S.

4.3 4.1 I -


4.3 4.1 II -


4.3 5.1 III -

3133 WATER-REACTIVE SOLID, OXIDIZING, N.O.S.

4.3 5.1 II -

3133 WATER-REACTIVE SOLID, OXIDIZING, N.O.S.

4.3 5.1 III -

3134 WATER-REACTIVE SOLID, TOXIC, N.O.S.


3134WATER-REACTIVE SOLID, TOXIC, N.O.S.




UN Number



Class ordivision

Subsidiaryrisk(s)

Packing Group

Stowage and


3134WATER-REACTIVE SOLID, TOXIC, N.O.S.


3135 WATER-REACTIVE SOLID, SELF-HEATING, N.O.S.

4.3 4.2 I -


4.3 4.2 II -


4.3 4.2 III -

3136 TRIFLUOROMETHANE, REFRIGERATED LIQUID

2.2 Category D

3137 OXIDIZING SOLID, FLAMMABLE, N.O.S.

5.1 4.1 I -

3138 ETHYLENE, ACETYLENE AND PROPYLENE MIXTURE, REFRIGERATED LIQUID containing at least 71.5% ethylene, with not more than 22.5% acetylene and not more than 6% propylene

2.1 Category DSW2

SG46

3139

OXIDIZING LIQUID, N.O.S.

5.1 I Category D SG38SG49SG60

3139



3139



3140 ALKALOIDS, LIQUID, N.O.S. or ALKALOIDS SALTS, LIQUID, N.O.S.

6.1 I Category A


6.1 II Category A


6.1 III Category A

3141 ANTIMONY COMPOUND, INORGANIC, LIQUID, N.O.S.

6.1 III Category A

3142DISINFECTANT, LIQUID, TOXIC, N.O.S.

6.1 I Category ASW2





3143 DYE, SOLID, TOXIC, N.O.S. or DYE INTERMEDIATE, SOLID, TOXIC, N.O.S.

6.1 I Category A


6.1 II Category A


6.1 III Category A

3144 NICOTINE COMPOUND, LIQUID, N.O.S. or NICOTINE PREPARATION, LIQUID, N.O.S.

6.1 I Category BSW2





3145ALKYLPHENOLS, LIQUID, N.O.S. (including C2-C12 homologues)

8 I Category B


8 II Category B


8 III Category A

3146ORGANOTIN COMPOUND, SOLID, N.O.S.






UN Number



Class ordivision

Subsidiaryrisk(s)

Packing Group

Stowage and




3147 DYE, SOLID, CORROSIVE, N.O.S. or DYE INTERMEDIATE, SOLID, CORROSIVE, N.O.S.

8 I Category A


8 II Category A


8 III Category A

3148WATER-REACTIVE LIQUID, N.O.S.

4.3 I Category ESW2





3149 HYDROGEN PEROXIDE AND PEROXYACETIC ACID MIXTURE, with acid(s), water and not more than 5


SG16SG59SG72

3150 DEVICES, SMALL, HYDROCARBON GAS POWERED orHYDROCARBON GAS REFILLS FOR SMALL DEVICES wi

2.1 Category BSW2

3151 POLYHALOGENATED BIPHENYLS, LIQUID or POLYHALOGENATED TERPHENYLS, LIQUID


3152 POLYHALOGENATED BIPHENYLS, SOLID or POLYHALOGENATED TERPHENYLS, SOLID


3153PERFLUORO (METHYL VINYL ETHER)

2.1 Category ESW2

3154PERFLUORO (ETHYL VINYL ETHER)

2.1 Category ESW2

3155PENTACHLOROPHENOL

6.1 P II Category A

3156 COMPRESSED GAS, OXIDIZING, N.O.S.

2.2 5.1 Category D

3157 LIQUEFIED GAS, OXIDIZING, N.O.S.

2.2 5.1 Category D

3158 GAS, REFRIGERATED LIQUID, N.O.S.

2.2 Category D

3159 1,1,1,2-TETRAFLUOROETHANE (REFRIGERANT GAS R 134a)

2.2 Category A

3160LIQUEFIED GAS, TOXIC, FLAMMABLE, N.O.S.


3161LIQUEFIED GAS, FLAMMABLE, N.O.S.

2.1 Category DSW2

3162

LIQUEFIED GAS, TOXIC, N.O.S.

2.3 Category DSW2

3163LIQUEFIED GAS, N.O.S.

2.2 Category A

3164 ARTICLES, PRESSURIZED, PNEUMATIC or HYDRAULIC (containing non-flammable gas)

2.2 Category A

3165 AIRCRAFT HYDRAULIC POWER UNIT FUEL TANK (containing a mixture of anhydrous hydrazine and

3 "6.1/8 I Category DSW2

SG5SG8SG13

3166ENGINE, INTERNAL COMBUSTION or VEHICLE, FLAMMABLE GAS POWERED or VEHICLE, FLAMMABLE LIQU

9 Category A

3167 GAS SAMPLE, NON-PRESSURIZED, FLAMMABLE, N.O.S., not refrigerated liquid

2.1 Category D

3168 GAS SAMPLE, NON-PRESSURIZED, TOXIC, FLAMMABLE, N.O.S., not refrigerated liquid

2.3 2.1 Category D



UN Number



Class ordivision

Subsidiaryrisk(s)

Packing Group

Stowage and


3169 GAS SAMPLE, NON-PRESSURIZED, TOXIC, N.O.S., not refrigerated liquid

2.3 Category D

3170 ALUMINIUM SMELTING BY-PRODUCTS or ALUMINIUM REMELTING BY-PRODUCTS


3170 ALUMINIUM SMELTING BY-PRODUCTS or ALUMINIUM REMELTING BY-PRODUCTS

4.3 III Category BSW5H1

3171 BATTERY-POWERED VEHICLE or BATTERY-POWERED EQUIPMENT

9 Category A

3172 TOXINS, EXTRACTED FROM LIVING SOURCES, LIQUID, N.O.S.

6.1 I Category B


6.1 II Category B


6.1 III Category A

3174TITANIUM DISULPHIDE

4.2 III Category A

3175 SOLIDS CONTAINING FLAMMABLE LIQUID, N.O.S.

4.1 II Category B

3176 FLAMMABLE SOLID, ORGANIC, MOLTEN, N.O.S.

4.1 II Category C

3176 FLAMMABLE SOLID, ORGANIC, MOLTEN, N.O.S.

4.1 III Category C

3178 FLAMMABLE SOLID, INORGANIC, N.O.S.

4.1 II Category B

3178 FLAMMABLE SOLID, INORGANIC, N.O.S.

4.1 III Category B

3179FLAMMABLE SOLID, TOXIC, INORGANIC, N.O.S.

4.1 6.1 II Category BSW2

3179FLAMMABLE SOLID, TOXIC, INORGANIC, N.O.S.

4.1 6.1 III Category BSW2

3180 FLAMMABLE SOLID, CORROSIVE, INORGANIC, N.O.S.


3180 FLAMMABLE SOLID, CORROSIVE, INORGANIC, N.O.S.

4.1 8 III Category DSW2

3181 METAL SALTS OF ORGANIC COMPOUNDS, FLAMMABLE, N.O.S.


3181 METAL SALTS OF ORGANIC COMPOUNDS, FLAMMABLE, N.O.S.


3182 METAL HYDRIDES, FLAMMABLE, N.O.S.

4.1 II Category E

3182 METAL HYDRIDES, FLAMMABLE, N.O.S.

4.1 III Category E

3183 SELF-HEATING LIQUID, ORGANIC, N.O.S.

4.2 II Category C

3183 SELF-HEATING LIQUID, ORGANIC, N.O.S.

4.2 III Category C

3184 SELF-HEATING LIQUID, TOXIC, ORGANIC, N.O.S.


3184 SELF-HEATING LIQUID, TOXIC, ORGANIC, N.O.S.


3185SELF-HEATING LIQUID, CORROSIVE, ORGANIC, N.O.S.

4.2 8 II Category C

3185SELF-HEATING LIQUID, CORROSIVE, ORGANIC, N.O.S.


3186 SELF-HEATING LIQUID, INORGANIC, N.O.S.

4.2 II Category C

3186 SELF-HEATING LIQUID, INORGANIC, N.O.S.

4.2 III Category C

3187 SELF-HEATING LIQUID, TOXIC, INORGANIC, N.O.S.


3187 SELF-HEATING LIQUID, TOXIC, INORGANIC, N.O.S.


3188 SELF-HEATING LIQUID, CORROSIVE, INORGANIC, N.O.S.

4.2 8 II Category C

3188 SELF-HEATING LIQUID, CORROSIVE, INORGANIC, N.O.S.


3189 METAL POWDER, SELF-HEATING, N.O.S.

4.2 II Category C



UN Number



Class ordivision

Subsidiaryrisk(s)

Packing Group

Stowage and


3189 METAL POWDER, SELF-HEATING, N.O.S.

4.2 III Category C

3190 SELF-HEATING SOLID, INORGANIC, N.O.S.

4.2 II Category C

3190 SELF-HEATING SOLID, INORGANIC, N.O.S.

4.2 III Category C

3191 SELF-HEATING SOLID, TOXIC, INORGANIC, N.O.S.


3191 SELF-HEATING SOLID, TOXIC, INORGANIC, N.O.S.


3192 SELF-HEATING SOLID, CORROSIVE, INORGANIC, N.O.S.

4.2 8 II Category C

3192 SELF-HEATING SOLID, CORROSIVE, INORGANIC, N.O.S.


3194 PYROPHORIC LIQUID, INORGANIC, N.O.S.


3200 PYROPHORIC SOLID, INORGANIC, N.O.S.

4.2 I Category D

3205 ALKALINE EARTH METAL ALCOHOLATES, N.O.S.

4.2 II Category B

3205 ALKALINE EARTH METAL ALCOHOLATES, N.O.S.

4.2 III Category B

3206 ALKALI METAL ALCOHOLATES, SELF-HEATING, CORROSIVE, N.O.S.

4.2 8 II Category B

3206 ALKALI METAL ALCOHOLATES, SELF-HEATING, CORROSIVE, N.O.S.

4.2 8 III Category B

3208METALLIC SUBSTANCE, WATER-REACTIVE, N.O.S.

4.3 I Category ESW2





3209 METALLIC SUBSTANCE, WATER-REACTIVE, SELF-HEATING, N.O.S.

4.3 4.2 I Category ESW2





3210

CHLORATES, INORGANIC, AQUEOUS SOLUTION, N.O.S.


3210

CHLORATES, INORGANIC, AQUEOUS SOLUTION, N.O.S.


3211

PERCHLORATES, INORGANIC, AQUEOUS SOLUTION, N.O.S.


3211

PERCHLORATES, INORGANIC, AQUEOUS SOLUTION, N.O.S.


3212

HYPOCHLORITES, INORGANIC, N.O.S.



3213

BROMATES, INORGANIC, AQUEOUS SOLUTION, N.O.S.


3213

BROMATES, INORGANIC, AQUEOUS SOLUTION, N.O.S.


3214

PERMANGANATES, INORGANIC, AQUEOUS SOLUTION, N.O.S.

5.1 II Category D SG38SG49SG60SG62



UN Number



Class ordivision

Subsidiaryrisk(s)

Packing Group

Stowage and


3215PERSULPHATES, INORGANIC, N.O.S.


3216

PERSULPHATES, INORGANIC, AQUEOUS SOLUTION, N.O.S.


3218

NITRATES, INORGANIC, AQUEOUS SOLUTION, N.O.S.


3218

NITRATES, INORGANIC, AQUEOUS SOLUTION, N.O.S.


3219

NITRITES, INORGANIC, AQUEOUS SOLUTION, N.O.S.


3219

NITRITES, INORGANIC, AQUEOUS SOLUTION, N.O.S.


3220 PENTAFLUOROETHANE (REFRIGERANT GAS R 125)

2.2 Category A

3221

SELF-REACTIVE LIQUID TYPE B


SG1SG35SG36

3222

SELF-REACTIVE SOLID TYPE B


SG1SG35SG36

3223

SELF-REACTIVE LIQUID TYPE C

4.1 Category DSW1

SG35SG36

3224

SELF-REACTIVE SOLID TYPE C

4.1 Category DSW1

SG35SG36

3225

SELF-REACTIVE LIQUID TYPE D

4.1 Category DSW1

SG35SG36

3226

SELF-REACTIVE SOLID TYPE D

4.1 Category DSW1

SG35SG36

3227

SELF-REACTIVE LIQUID TYPE E

4.1 Category DSW1

SG35SG36

3228

SELF-REACTIVE SOLID TYPE E

4.1 Category DSW1

SG35SG36

3229

SELF-REACTIVE LIQUID TYPE F

4.1 Category DSW1

SG35SG36

3230

SELF-REACTIVE SOLID TYPE F

4.1 Category DSW1

SG35SG36

3231

SELF-REACTIVE LIQUID TYPE B, TEMPERATURE CONTROLLED


SG1SG35SG36

3232

SELF-REACTIVE SOLID TYPE B, TEMPERATURE CONTROLLED


SG1SG35SG36

3233 SELF-REACTIVE LIQUID TYPE C, TEMPERATURE CONTROLLED


SG35SG36

3234SELF-REACTIVE SOLID TYPE C, TEMPERATURE CONTROLLED


SG35SG36

3235 SELF-REACTIVE LIQUID TYPE D, TEMPERATURE CONTROLLED


SG35SG36

3236SELF-REACTIVE SOLID TYPE D, TEMPERATURE CONTROLLED


SG35SG36

3237SELF-REACTIVE LIQUID TYPE E, TEMPERATURE CONTROLLED


SG35SG36

3238SELF-REACTIVE SOLID TYPE E, TEMPERATURE CONTROLLED


SG35SG36



UN Number



Class ordivision

Subsidiaryrisk(s)

Packing Group

Stowage and


3239SELF-REACTIVE LIQUID TYPE F, TEMPERATURE CONTROLLED


SG35SG36

3240SELF-REACTIVE SOLID TYPE F, TEMPERATURE CONTROLLED


SG35SG36

3241

2-BROMO-2-NITROPROPANE-1,3-DIOL

4.1 III Category CSW1SW2H2 H3

3242

AZODICARBONAMIDE


3243SOLIDS CONTAINING TOXIC LIQUID, N.O.S.


3244SOLIDS CONTAINING CORROSIVE LIQUID, N.O.S.

8 II Category BSW2

3245 GENETICALLY MODIFIED MICROORGANISMS or GENETICALLY MODIFIED ORGANISMS

9 SW7 SG50

3246METHANESULPHONYL CHLORIDE


3247SODIUM PEROXOBORATE, ANHYDROUS


3248MEDICINE, LIQUID, FLAMMABLE, TOXIC, N.O.S


3248 MEDICINE, LIQUID, FLAMMABLE, TOXIC, N.O.S


3249MEDICINE, SOLID, TOXIC, N.O.S.


3249MEDICINE, SOLID, TOXIC, N.O.S.


3250

CHLOROACETIC ACID, MOLTEN


3251

ISOSORBIDE-5-MONONITRATE

4.1 III Category DSW1H2 H3

3252

DIFLUOROMETHANE (REFRIGERANT GAS R 32)

2.1 Category DSW2

3253DISODIUM TRIOXOSILICATE


3254TRIBUTYLPHOSPHANE


3255tert-BUTYL HYPOCHLORITE

4.2 8 I Category D

3256 ELEVATED TEMPERATURE LIQUID, FLAMMABLE, N.O.S. with flashpoint above 60ºC, at or above i

3 III Category A

3257ELEVATED TEMPERATURE LIQUID, N.O.S. at or above 100ºC and below its flashpoint (includin

9 III Category ASW5

3258ELEVATED TEMPERATURE SOLID, N.O.S. at or above 240ºC

9 III Category ASW5

3259 AMINES, SOLID, CORROSIVE, N.O.S. or POLYAMINES, SOLID, CORROSIVE, N.O.S.

8 I Category A SG35





3260 CORROSIVE SOLID, ACIDIC, INORGANIC, N.O.S.

8 I Category B


8 II Category B



UN Number



Class ordivision

Subsidiaryrisk(s)

Packing Group

Stowage and



8 III Category A

3261 CORROSIVE SOLID, ACIDIC, ORGANIC, N.O.S.

8 I Category B


8 II Category B


8 III Category A

3262 CORROSIVE SOLID, BASIC, INORGANIC, N.O.S.

8 I Category B SG35





3263 CORROSIVE SOLID, BASIC,ORGANIC, N.O.S.

8 I Category B SG35





3264CORROSIVE LIQUID, ACIDIC, INORGANIC, N.O.S.

8 I Category BSW2


8 II Category BSW2


8 III Category ASW2

3265CORROSIVE LIQUID, ACIDIC, ORGANIC, N.O.S.

8 I Category BSW2


8 II Category BSW2


8 III Category ASW2

3266CORROSIVE LIQUID, BASIC, INORGANIC, N.O.S.

8 I Category BSW2

SG35


8 II Category BSW2

SG35


8 III Category ASW2

SG35

3267CORROSIVE LIQUID, BASIC, ORGANIC, N.O.S.

8 I Category BSW2

SG35


8 II Category BSW2

SG35


8 III Category ASW2

SG35

3268 AIR BAG INFLATORS or AIR BAG MODULES or SEAT-BELT PRETENSIONERS

9 III Category A

3269POLYESTER RESIN KIT

3 II Category B

3269POLYESTER RESIN KIT

3 III Category A

3270NITROCELLULOSE MEMBRANE FILTERS with not more than 12.6% nitrogen, by dry mass

4.1 II Category D

3271ETHERS, N.O.S.

3 II Category B

3271ETHERS, N.O.S.

3 III Category A

3272ESTERS, N.O.S.

3 II Category B

3272ESTERS, N.O.S.

3 III Category A

3273NITRILES, FLAMMABLE, TOXIC, N.O.S.


SG35

3273NITRILES, FLAMMABLE, TOXIC, N.O.S.


SG35

3274 ALCOHOLATES SOLUTION, N.O.S. in alcohol

3 8 II Category B



UN Number



Class ordivision

Subsidiaryrisk(s)

Packing Group

Stowage and


3275NITRILES, TOXIC, FLAMMABLE, N.O.S.


SG35

3275NITRILES, TOXIC, FLAMMABLE, N.O.S.


SG35

3276 NITRILES, TOXIC, LIQUID, N.O.S.






3277

CHLOROFORMATES, TOXIC, CORROSIVE, N.O.S.


3278 ORGANOPHOSPHORUS COMPOUND, TOXIC, LIQUID, N.O.S.

6.1 I Category B


6.1 II Category B


6.1 III Category A

3279 ORGANOPHOSPHORUS COMPOUND, TOXIC, FLAMMABLE N.O.S.


3279 ORGANOPHOSPHORUS COMPOUND, TOXIC, FLAMMABLE N.O.S.


3280 ORGANOARSENIC COMPOUND, LIQUID, N.O.S.

6.1 I Category B


6.1 II Category B


6.1 III Category A

3281METAL CARBONYLS, LIQUID, N.O.S.

6.1 I Category DSW2





3282 ORGANOMETALLIC COMPOUND, TOXIC, LIQUID, N.O.S.

6.1 I Category B


6.1 II Category B


6.1 III Category A

3283 SELENIUM COMPOUND, SOLID, N.O.S.

6.1 I Category B


6.1 II Category B


6.1 III Category A

3284TELLURIUM COMPOUND, N.O.S.

6.1 I Category B


6.1 II Category B


6.1 III Category A

3285VANADIUM COMPOUND, N.O.S.

6.1 I Category B


6.1 II Category B


6.1 III Category A

3286FLAMMABLE LIQUID, TOXIC, CORROSIVE, N.O.S.

3 6.1/8 I Category ESW2

SG5SG8

3286FLAMMABLE LIQUID, TOXIC, CORROSIVE, N.O.S.

3 6.1/8 II Category BSW2

SG5SG8

3287TOXIC LIQUID, INORGANIC, N.O.S.

6.1 I Category BSW2



UN Number



Class ordivision

Subsidiaryrisk(s)

Packing Group

Stowage and






3288 TOXIC SOLID, INORGANIC, N.O.S.

6.1 I Category B


6.1 II Category B


6.1 III Category A

3289TOXIC LIQUID, CORROSIVE, INORGANIC, N.O.S.


3289TOXIC LIQUID, CORROSIVE, INORGANIC, N.O.S.


3290TOXIC SOLID, CORROSIVE, INORGANIC, N.O.S.


3290TOXIC SOLID, CORROSIVE, INORGANIC, N.O.S.


3291 CLINICAL WASTE, UNSPECIFIED, N.O.S. or (BIO) MEDICAL WASTE, N.O.S. or REGULATED MEDICAL

6.2 II SW28

3292 BATTERIES, CONTAINING SODIUM or CELLS, CONTAINING SODIUM

4.3 II Category A

3293 HYDRAZINE, AQUEOUS SOLUTION with not more than 37% hydrazine, by mass


3294HYDROGEN CYANIDE, SOLUTION IN ALCOHOL with not more than 45% hydrogen cyanide


3295 HYDROCARBONS, LIQUID, N.O.S.

3 I Category E


3 II Category B


3 III Category A

3296 HEPTAFLUOROPROPANE (REFRIGERANT GAS R 227)

2.2 Category A

3297 ETHYLENE OXIDE AND CHLOROTETRAFLUOROETHANE MIXTURE with not more than 8.8% ethylene oxide

2.2 Category A

3298 ETHYLENE OXIDE AND PENTAFLUOROETHANE MIXTURE with not more than 7.9% ethylene oxide

2.2 Category A

3299 ETHYLENE OXIDE AND TETRAFLUOROETHANE MIXTURE with not more than 5.6% ethylene oxide

2.2 Category A

3300ETHYLENE OXIDE AND CARBON DIOXIDE MIXTURE with more than 87% ethylene oxide


3301 CORROSIVE LIQUID, SELF-HEATING, N.O.S.

8 4.2 I Category D

3301 CORROSIVE LIQUID, SELF-HEATING, N.O.S.

8 4.2 II Category D

33022-DIMETHYLAMINOETHYL ACRYLATE


3303COMPRESSED GAS, TOXIC, OXIDIZING, N.O.S.


3304COMPRESSED GAS, TOXIC, CORROSIVE, N.O.S.

2.3 8 Category DSW2

3305 COMPRESSED GAS, TOXIC, FLAMMABLE, CORROSIVE, N.O.S.


SG4SG9

3306COMPRESSED GAS, TOXIC, OXIDIZING, CORROSIVE, N.O.S.


SG6SG19

3307LIQUEFIED GAS, TOXIC, OXIDIZING, N.O.S.




UN Number



Class ordivision

Subsidiaryrisk(s)

Packing Group

Stowage and


3308LIQUEFIED GAS, TOXIC, CORROSIVE, N.O.S.

2.3 8 Category DSW2

3309 LIQUEFIED GAS, TOXIC, FLAMMABLE, CORROSIVE, N.O.S.


SG4SG9

3310LIQUEFIED GAS, TOXIC, OXIDIZING, CORROSIVE, N.O.S.


SG6SG19

3311 GAS, REFRIGERATED LIQUID, OXIDIZING, N.O.S.

2.2 5.1 Category D

3312GAS, REFRIGERATED LIQUID, FLAMMABLE, N.O.S.

2.1 Category DSW2

3313 ORGANIC PIGMENTS, SELF-HEATING

4.2 II Category C

3313 ORGANIC PIGMENTS, SELF-HEATING

4.2 III Category C

3314 PLASTICS MOULDING COMPOUND in dough, sheet or extruded rope form, evolving flammable vapour

9 III Category ESW1SW6

SG5SG14

3315

CHEMICAL SAMPLE, TOXIC

6.1 I Category DSW2

3316CHEMICAL KIT or FIRST AID KIT

9 Category A

3317 2-AMINO-4,6-DINITROPHENOL, WETTED with not less than 20% water, by mass


3318 AMMONIA SOLUTION relative density less than 0.880 at 15°C in water, with more than 50% ammonia

2.3 8 Category DSW2

SG35SG46

3319 NITROGLYCERIN MIXTURE, DESENSITIZED, SOLID, N.O.S. with more than 2% but not more than 10% nitroglycerin, by mass

4.1 Category E

3320 SODIUM BOROHYDRIDE AND SODIUM HYDROXIDE SOLUTION with not more than 12% sodium borohydride and not more than 40% sodium hydroxide, by mass


3320 SODIUM BOROHYDRIDE AND SODIUM HYDROXIDE SOLUTION with not more than 12% sodium borohydride and not more than 40% sodium hydroxide, by mass


3321 RADIOACTIVE MATERIAL, LOW SPECIFIC ACTIVITY (LSA-II), non fissile or fissile-excepted


3322 RADIOACTIVE MATERIAL, LOW SPECIFIC ACTIVITY (LSA-III), non fissile or fissile-excepted


3323 RADIOACTIVE MATERIAL, TYPE C PACKAGE, non fissile or fissile-excepted


3324 RADIOACTIVE MATERIAL, LOW SPECIFIC ACTIVITY (LSA-II), FISSILE

7 See SP172 Category ASW12SW20

3325 RADIOACTIVE MATERIAL, LOW SPECIFIC ACTIVITY, (LSA-III), FISSILE


3326 RADIOACTIVE MATERIAL, SURFACE CONTAMINATED OBJECTS (SCO-I or SCO-II), FISSILE


3327RADIOACTIVE MATERIAL, TYPE A PACKAGE, FISSILE, non-special form

7 See SP172 Category ASW12SW20SW21

3328 RADIOACTIVE MATERIAL, TYPE B(U) PACKAGE, FISSILE


3329 RADIOACTIVE MATERIAL, TYPE B(M) PACKAGE, FISSILE


3330 RADIOACTIVE MATERIAL, TYPE C PACKAGE, FISSILE


3331 RADIOACTIVE MATERIAL, TRANSPORTED UNDER SPECIAL ARRANGEMENT, FISSILE




UN Number



Class ordivision

Subsidiaryrisk(s)

Packing Group

Stowage and


3332RADIOACTIVE MATERIAL, TYPE A PACKAGE, SPECIAL FORM, non fissile or fissile-excepted


3333 RADIOACTIVE MATERIAL, TYPE A PACKAGE, SPECIAL FORM, FISSILE


3334 AVIATION REGULATED LIQUID, N.O.S.

9 -

3335 AVIATION REGULATED SOLID, N.O.S.

9 -

3336 MERCAPTANS, LIQUID, FLAMMABLE, N.O.S. or MERCAPTAN MIXTURE, LIQUID, FLAMMABLE, N.O.S.

3 I Category E SG50SG57




3 III Category B SG50SG57

3337REFRIGERANT GAS R 404A

2.2 Category A

3338REFRIGERANT GAS R 407A

2.2 Category A

3339REFRIGERANT GAS R 407B

2.2 Category A

3340REFRIGERANT GAS R 407C

2.2 Category A

3341THIOUREA DIOXIDE

4.2 II Category D

3341THIOUREA DIOXIDE

4.2 III Category D

3342

XANTHATES


3342

XANTHATES


3343 NITROGLYCERIN MIXTURE, DESENSITIZED, LIQUID, FLAMMABLE, N.O.S. with not more than 30% nitroglycerin, by mass

3 Category D

3344 PENTAERYTHRITE TETRANITRATE (PENTAERYTHRITOL TETRANITRATE; PETN) MIXTURE, DESENSITIZED, SOLID, N.O.S. with more than 10% but not more than 20% PETN, by mass

4.1 II Category E

3345 PHENOXYACETIC ACID DERIVATIVE PESTICIDE, SOLID, TOXIC

6.1 I Category ASW2





3346 PHENOXYACETIC ACID DERIVATIVE PESTICIDE, LIQUID, FLAMMABLE, TOXIC flashpoint less than 23°C


3346 PHENOXYACETIC ACID DERIVATIVE PESTICIDE, LIQUID, FLAMMABLE, TOXIC flashpoint less than 23°C


3347 PHENOXYACETIC ACID DERIVATIVE PESTICIDE, LIQUID, TOXIC, FLAMMABLE flashpoint not than 23°C


3347 PHENOXYACETIC ACID DERIVATIVE PESTICIDE, LIQUID, TOXIC, FLAMMABLE flashpoint not less than 23°C


3347 PHENOXYACETIC ACID DERIVATIVE PESTICIDE, LIQUID, TOXIC, FLAMMABLE flashpoint not less than 23°C




UN Number



Class ordivision

Subsidiaryrisk(s)

Packing Group

Stowage and


3348 PHENOXYACETIC ACID DERIVATIVE PESTICIDE, LIQUID, TOXIC

6.1 I Category BSW2





3349PYRETHROID PESTICIDE, SOLID, TOXIC

6.1 I Category ASW2





3350 PYRETHROID PESTICIDE, LIQUID, FLAMMABLE, TOXIC flashpoint less than 23°C


3350 PYRETHROID PESTICIDE, LIQUID, FLAMMABLE, TOXIC flashpoint less than 23°C


3351 PYRETHROID PESTICIDE, LIQUID, TOXIC, FLAMMABLE flashpoint not less than 23°C






3352PYRETHROID PESTICIDE, LIQUID, TOXIC

6.1 I Category BSW2





3354 INSECTICIDE GAS, FLAMMABLE, N.O.S.

2.1 Category D

3355INSECTICIDE GAS, TOXIC, FLAMMABLE, N.O.S.


3356 OXYGEN GENERATOR, CHEMICAL

5.1 II Category D

3357 NITROGLYCERIN MIXTURE, DESENSITIZED, LIQUID, N.O.S with not more than 30% nitroglycerin,

3 II Category D

3358 REFRIGERATING MACHINES containing flammable, non-toxic, liquefied gas

2.1 Category D

3359FUMIGATED CARGO TRANSPORT UNIT

9 Category BSW2

3360FIBRES, VEGETABLE, DRY

4.1 Category A

3361CHLOROSILANES, TOXIC, CORROSIVE, N.O.S.


3362 CHLOROSILANES, TOXIC, CORROSIVE, FLAMMABLE, N.O.S.

6.1 "3/8 II Category CSW2

SG5SG8

3363 DANGEROUS GOODS IN MACHINERY or DANGEROUS GOODS IN APPARATUS

9 Category A

3364 TRINITROPHENOL (PICRIC ACID), WETTED with not less than 10% water, by mass


3365 TRINITROCHLOROBENZENE (PICRYL CHLORIDE), WETTED with not less than 10% water by mass


3366 TRINITROTOLUENE (TNT), WETTED with not less than 10% water, by mass


3367 TRINITROBENZENE, WETTED with not less than 10% water, by mass




UN Number



Class ordivision

Subsidiaryrisk(s)

Packing Group

Stowage and


3368 TRINITROBENZOIC ACID, WETTED with not less than 10% water, by mass


3369 SODIUM DINITRO-o-CRESOLATE, WETTED with not less than 10% water, by mass


3370UREA NITRATE, WETTED with not less than 10% water, by mass


33712-METHYLBUTANAL

3 II Category B

3373BIOLOGICAL SUBSTANCE, CATEGORY B

6.2 Category CSW2SW18

3374

ACETYLENE, SOLVENT FREE


SG46

3375

AMMONIUM NITRATE EMULSION or SUPENSION or GEL intermediate for blasting explosives



3376 4-NITROPHENYLHYDRAZINE, with not less than 30% water, by mass


3377

SODIUM PERBORATE MONOHYDRATE


SG59

3378SODIUM CARBONATE PEROXYHYDRATE


SG59

3378

SODIUM CARBONATE PEROXYHYDRATE


SG59

3379 DESENSITIZED EXPLOSIVE, LIQUID, N.O.S.

3 I Category D SG30

3380DESENSITIZED EXPLOSIVE, SOLID, N.O.S.


3381 TOXIC BY INHALATION LIQUID, N.O.S. with an inhalation toxicity lower than or equal to 200 ml/m³ and saturated vapour concentration greater than or equal to 500 LC50

6.1 I Category DSW2

3382 TOXIC BY INHALATION LIQUID, N.O.S. with an inhalation toxicity lower than or equal to 1000 ml/m³ and saturated vapour concentration greater than or equal to 10 LC50

6.1 I Category DSW2

3383TOXIC BY INHALATION LIQUID, FLAMMABLE, N.O.S. with an inhalation toxicity lower than or equal to 200 ml/m³ and saturated vapour concentration greater than or equal to 500 LC50


3384 TOXIC BY INHALATION LIQUID, FLAMMABLE, N.O.S. with an inhalation toxicity lower than or equal to 1000 ml/m³ and saturated vapour concentration greater than or equal to 10 LC50


3385TOXIC BY INHALATION LIQUID, WATER-REACTIVE, N.O.S. with an inhalation toxicity lower than or equal to 200 ml/m³ and saturated vapour concentration greater than or equal to 500 LC50




UN Number



Class ordivision

Subsidiaryrisk(s)

Packing Group

Stowage and


3386 TOXIC BY INHALATION LIQUID, WATER-REACTIVE, N.O.S. with an inhalation toxicity lower than or equal to 1000 ml/m³ and saturated vapour concentration greater than or equal to 10 LC50


3387TOXIC BY INHALATION LIQUID, OXIDIZING, N.O.S. with an inhalation toxicity lower than or equal to 200 ml/m³ and saturated vapour concentration greater than or equal to 500 LC50


3388 TOXIC BY INHALATION LIQUID, OXIDIZING, N.O.S. with an inhalation toxicity lower than or equal to 1000 ml/m³ and saturated vapour concentration greater than or equal to 10 LC50


3389TOXIC BY INHALATION LIQUID, CORROSIVE, N.O.S. with an inhalation toxicity lower than or equal to 200 ml/m³ and saturated vapour concentration greater than or equal to 500 LC50


3390 TOXIC BY INHALATION LIQUID, CORROSIVE, N.O.S. with an inhalation toxicity lower than equal to 1000 ml/m³ and saturated vapour concentration greater than or equal to 10 LC50


3391 ORGANOMETALLIC SUBSTANCE, SOLID, PYROPHORIC

4.2 I Category D

3392 ORGANOMETALLIC SUBSTANCE, LIQUID, PYROPHORIC


3393 ORGANOMETALLIC SUBSTANCE, SOLID, PYROPHORIC, WATER-REACTIVE

4.2 4.3 I Category D SG35

3394 ORGANOMETALLIC SUBSTANCE, LIQUID, PYROPHORIC, WATER-REACTIVE

4.2 4.3 I Category D SG35SG63

3395 ORGANOMETALLIC SUBSTANCE, SOLID, WATER-REACTIVE

4.3 I Category ESW2

SG35



SG35



SG35

3396 ORGANOMETALLIC SUBSTANCE, SOLID, WATER-REACTIVE, FLAMMABLE


SG35



SG35



SG35

3397 ORGANOMETALLIC SUBSTANCE, SOLID, WATER-REACTIVE, SELF-HEATING


SG35



SG35



SG35

3398 ORGANOMETALLIC SUBSTANCE, LIQUID, WATER-REACTIVE

4.3 I Category ESW2

SG35



SG35



SG35

3399 ORGANOMETALLIC SUBSTANCE, LIQUID, WATER-REACTIVE, FLAMMABLE


SG35



UN Number



Class ordivision

Subsidiaryrisk(s)

Packing Group

Stowage and




SG35


4.3 3 III Category ESW2

SG35

3400 ORGANOMETALLIC SUBSTANCE, SOLID , SELF-HEATING

4.2 II Category C

3400 ORGANOMETALLIC SUBSTANCE, SOLID , SELF-HEATING

4.2 III Category C

3401 ALKALI METAL AMALGAM, SOLID


3402 ALKALINE EARTH METAL AMALGAM, SOLID


3403 POTASSIUM METAL ALLOYS, SOLID


3404 POTASSIUM SODIUM ALLOYS, SOLID


3405

BARIUM CHLORATE SOLUTION

5.1 6.1 II Category A SG38SG49SG62

3405

BARIUM CHLORATE SOLUTION

5.1 6.1 III Category A SG38SG49SG62

3406

BARIUM PERCHLORATE SOLUTION

5.1 6.1 II Category A SG38SG49SG62

3406

BARIUM PERCHLORATE SOLUTION

5.1 6.1 III Category A SG38SG49SG62

3407

CHLORATE AND MAGNESIUM CHLORIDE MIXTURE SOLUTION


3407

CHLORATE AND MAGNESIUM CHLORIDE MIXTURE SOLUTION


3408LEAD PERCHLORATE SOLUTION


3408LEAD PERCHLORATE SOLUTION

5.1 6.1P III Category A SG38SG49

3409 CHLORONITROBENZENES, LIQUID

6.1 II Category A

3410 4-CHLORO-o-TOLUIDINE HYDROCHLORIDE SOLUTION

6.1 III Category A

3411 beta-NAPHTHYLAMINE SOLUTION

6.1 II Category A

3411 beta-NAPHTHYLAMINE SOLUTION

6.1 III Category A

3412 FORMIC ACID with not less than 10% but not more than 85% acid by mass

8 II Category ASW2

3412 FORMIC ACID with not less than 5% but less than 10% acid by mass

8 III Category ASW2

3413 POTASSIUM CYANIDE SOLUTION



6.1 P II Category B SG35



3414SODIUM CYANIDE SOLUTION



6.1 P II Category B SG35



3415SODIUM FLUORIDE SOLUTION


3416

CHLOROACETOPHENONE, LIQUID

6.1 II Category DSW1 SW2 H2



UN Number



Class ordivision

Subsidiaryrisk(s)

Packing Group

Stowage and


3417

XYLYL BROMIDE, SOLID


3418 2,4-TOLUYLENEDIAMINE SOLUTION

6.1 III Category A

3419 BORON TRIFLUORIDE ACETIC ACID COMPLEX, SOLID

8 II Category A

3420 BORON TRIFLUORIDE PROPIONIC ACID COMPLEX, SOLID

8 II Category A

3421

POTASSIUM HYDROGEN DIFLUORIDE SOLUTION


SG35

3421

POTASSIUM HYDROGEN DIFLUORIDE SOLUTION

8 6.1 III Category ASW1SW2

SG35

3422 POTASSIUM FLUORIDE SOLUTION


3423 TETRAMETHYLAMMONIUM HYDROXIDE, SOLID


3424

AMMONIUM DINITRO-o-CRESOLATE SOLUTION

6.1 P II Category B SG15SG16SG30SG63

3424

AMMONIUM DINITRO-o-CRESOLATE SOLUTION


3425BROMOACETIC ACID, SOLID

8 II Category A

3426

ACRYLAMIDE SOLUTION

6.1 III Category ASW1 H2

3427 CHLOROBENZYL CHLORIDES, SOLID

6.1 III Category A

3428 3-CHLORO-4-METHYLPHENYLISOCYANATE, SOLID


3429CHLOROTOLUIDINES, LIQUID

6.1 III Category A

3430XYLENOLS, LIQUID

6.1 II Category A

3431NITROBENZOTRIFLUORIDES, SOLID


3432 POLYCHLORINATED BIPHENYLS, SOLID


3434NITROCRESOLS, LIQUID

6.1 III Category A

3436HEXAFLUOROACETONE HYDRATE, SOLID


3437

CHLOROCRESOLS, SOLID

6.1 II Category ASW1 H2

3438 alpha-METHYLBENZYL ALCOHOL, SOLID

6.1 III Category A

3439NITRILES, TOXIC, SOLID, N.O.S.






3440 SELENIUM COMPOUND, LIQUID, N.O.S.

6.1 I Category B


6.1 II Category B


6.1 III Category A

3441 CHLORODINITROBENZENES, SOLID


3442

DICHLOROANILINES, SOLID


3443DINITROBENZENES, SOLID


3444 NICOTINE HYDROCHLORIDE, SOLID

6.1 II Category A

3445NICOTINE SULPHATE, SOLID

6.1 II Category A



UN Number



Class ordivision

Subsidiaryrisk(s)

Packing Group

Stowage and


3446NITROTOLUENES, SOLID

6.1 II Category A

3447NITROXYLENES, SOLID

6.1 II Category A

3448TEAR GAS SUBSTANCE, SOLID, N.O.S.

6.1 I Category DSW2

3448TEAR GAS SUBSTANCE, SOLID, N.O.S.


3449

BROMOBENZYL CYANIDES, SOLID

6.1 I Category DSW1 SW2 H2

SG35

3450DIPHENYLCHLOROARSINE, SOLID


3451TOLUIDINES, SOLID

6.1 II Category A

3452XYLIDINES, SOLID

6.1 II Category A

3453PHOSPHORIC ACID, SOLID

8 III Category A

3454DINITROTOLUENES, SOLID

6.1 II Category A

3455CRESOLS, SOLID

6.1 8 II Category B

3456

NITROSYLSULPHURIC ACID, SOLID

8 II Category DSW2

SG6SG16SG17SG19

3457

CHLORONITROTOLUENES, SOLID


3458NITROANISOLES, SOLID

6.1 III Category A

3459 NITROBROMOBENZENES, SOLID

6.1 III Category A

3460 N-ETHYLBENZYLTOLUIDINES, SOLID

6.1 III Category A

3462 TOXINS, EXTRACTED FROM LIVING SOURCES, SOLID, N.O.S.

6.1 I Category B


6.1 II Category B


6.1 III Category A

3463 PROPIONIC ACID with not less than 90% acid by mass

8 3 II Category A

3464 ORGANOPHOSPHORUS COMPOUND, TOXIC, SOLID, N.O.S.

6.1 I Category B


6.1 II Category B


6.1 III Category A

3465 ORGANOARSENIC COMPOUND, SOLID, N.O.S.

6.1 I Category B


6.1 II Category B


6.1 III Category A

3466METAL CARBONYLS, SOLID, N.O.S.

6.1 I Category DSW2





3467 ORGANOMETALLIC COMPOUND, TOXIC, SOLID, N.O.S.

6.1 I Category B


6.1 II Category B



UN Number



Class ordivision

Subsidiaryrisk(s)

Packing Group

Stowage and



6.1 III Category A

3468 HYDROGEN IN A METAL HYDRIDE STORAGE SYSTEM or HYDROGEN IN A METAL HYDRIDE STORAGE SYSTEM

2.1 Category D

3469 PAINT, FLAMMABLE, CORROSIVE (including paint, lacquer, enamel, stain, shellac, varnish,

3 8 I Category ESW2




3 III Category ASW2

3470 PAINT, CORROSIVE, FLAMMABLE (including paint, lacquer, enamel, stain, shellac, varnish,


3471

HYDROGENDIFLUORIDES SOLUTION, N.O.S.


SG35

3471

HYDROGENDIFLUORIDES SOLUTION, N.O.S.

8 6.1 III Category ASW1SW2

SG35

3472

CROTONIC ACID, LIQUID

8 III Category ASW1 H2

3473 FUEL CELL CARTRIDGES or FUEL CELL CARTRIDGES CONTAINED IN EQUIPMENT or FUEL CELL CARTRID

3 Category A

34741-HYDROXYBENZOTRIAZOLE MONOHYDRATE


3475 ETHANOL AND GASOLINE MIXTURE or ETHANOL AND MOTOR SPIRIT MIXTURE or ETHANOL AND PETROL MIXTURE, with more than 10% ethanolMIXTURE, with more than 10% ethanol

3 II Category E

3476 FUEL CELL CARTRIDGES or FUEL CELL CARTRIDGES CONTAINED IN EQUIPMENT or FUEL CELL CARTRIDGES PACKED WITH EQUIPMENT, containing water-reactive substances

4.3 Category A

3477 FUEL CELL CARTRIDGES or FUEL CELL CARTRIDGES CONTAINED IN EQUIPMENT or FUEL CELL CARTRID

8 Category A

3478FUEL CELL CARTRIDGES or FUEL CELL CARTRIDGES CONTAINED IN EQUIPMENT or FUEL CELL CARTRIDGES PACKED WITH EQUIPMENT, containing liquefied flammable gas

2.1 Category B

3479 FUEL CELL CARTRIDGES or FUEL CELL CARTRIDGES CONTAINED IN EQUIPMENT or FUEL CELL CARTRIDGES PACKED WITH EQUIPMENT, containing hydrogen in metal hydride

2.1 Category B

3480 LITHIUM ION BATTERIES (including lithium ion polymer batteries)

9 II Category A

3481 LITHIUM ION BATTERIES CONTAINED IN EQUIPMENT or LITHIUM ION BATTERIES PACKED WITH EQUIPMENT (including lithium ion polymer batteries)

9 II Category A



UN Number



Class ordivision

Subsidiaryrisk(s)

Packing Group

Stowage and


3482 ALKALI METAL DISPERSION, FLAMMABLE or ALKALINE EARTH METAL DISPERSION, FLAMMABLE

4.3 3 I Category D SG35

3483

MOTOR FUEL ANTI-KNOCK MIXTURE, FLAMMABLE

6.1 3 I Category DSW1SW2

3484 HYDRAZINE, AQUEOUS SOLUTION, FLAMMABLE with more than 37% hydrazine, by mass

8 "3/6.1 I Category DSW2

SG5SG8SG35

3485 CALCIUM HYPOCHLORITE, DRY, CORROSIVE or CALCIUM HYPOCHLORITE MIXTURE, DRY, CORROSIVE with more than 39%available chlorine (8.8% availableoxygen)



3486 CALCIUM HYPOCHLORITE MIXTURE, DRY, CORROSIVE with more than 10% but not more than 39% available chlorine

5.1 8 III Category DSW1SW11


3487CALCIUM HYPOCHLORITE, HYDRATED, CORROSIVE or CALCIUM HYPOCHLORITE, HYDRATED MIXTURE, CORROSIVE, with not less than 5.5% but not more than 16% water



3487CALCIUM HYPOCHLORITE, HYDRATED, CORROSIVE or CALCIUM HYPOCHLORITE, HYDRATED MIXTURE, CORROSIVE, with not less than 5.5% but not more than 16% water

5.1 8 III Category DSW1SW11


3488TOXIC BY INHALATION LIQUID, FLAMMABLE, CORROSIVE, N.O.S. with an LC50lower than or equal to 200 ml/m3and saturated vapour concentrationgreater than or equal to 500 LC50


SG5SG8

3489TOXIC BY INHALATION LIQUID, FLAMMABLE, CORROSIVE, N.O.S. with an LC50lower than or equal to 1000 ml/m3and saturated vapour concentrationgreater than or equal to 10 LC50


SG5SG8

3490TOXIC BY INHALATION LIQUID, WATER-REACTIVE, FLAMMABLE, N.O.S. with anLC50 lower than or equal to200 ml/m3 and saturated vapourconcentration greater than or equalto 500 LC50

6.1 4.3/3 I Category DSW2

SG5SG7SG13

3491

TOXIC BY INHALATION LIQUID, WATER-REACTIVE, FLAMMABLE, N.O.S. with anLC50 lower than or equal to1000 ml/m3 and saturated vapourconcentration greater than or equalto 10 LC50

6.1 4.3/3 I Category DSW2

SG5SG7SG13

3494PETROLEUM SOUR CRUDE OIL, FLAMMABLE, TOXIC

3 I Category DSW2


3 II Category DSW2


3 III Category CSW2

3495

IODINE


SG37



UN Number



Class ordivision

Subsidiaryrisk(s)

Packing Group

Stowage and


3496BATTERIES, NICKEL-METAL HYDRIDE

9 Category ASW1

3497

KRILL MEAL


SG65

3497KRILL MEAL

4.2 III Category A

3498

IODINE MONOCHLORIDE, LIQUID

8 II Category DSW2

SG6SG16SG17SG19

3499 CAPACITOR, electric double layer (with an energy storage capacity greater than 0.3 Wh)

9 Category A

3500 CHEMICAL UNDER PRESSURE, N.O.S.

2.2 Category B

3501CHEMICAL UNDER PRESSURE, FLAMMABLE, N.O.S.

2.1 Category DSW2

3502CHEMICAL UNDER PRESSURE, TOXIC, N.O.S.


3503CHEMICAL UNDER PRESSURE, CORROSIVE, N.O.S.

2.2 8 Category DSW2

3504CHEMICAL UNDER PRESSURE, FLAMMABLE, TOXIC, N.O.S.


3505 CHEMICAL UNDER PRESSURE, FLAMMABLE, CORROSIVE, N.O.S.

2.1 8 Category DSW2

3506MERCURY CONTAINED IN MANUFACTURED ARTICLES


SG24





In the dangerous goods list, amend the following entries as follows:

0005 in column (1) and in column (18), the first existing row in the dangerous goods list "0005" is replaced with "0004".

0082 in column (9), delete "PP65".




0222 Amend column (2) to read "AMMONIUM NITRATE". In column (6) insert "370". In column (10) insert "IBC100"; In column (11), insert "B2, B3, B17".

0503 In column (2), amend name to read: "SAFETY DEVICES, PYROTECHNIC".

1005 in column (4) insert "P" 1008 In column (6), replace "-" with "373" 1043 in column (7b) amend the code to read "E0".

1044 in column (9), insert "PP91".

1051 PG I

in column (7b) amend the code to read "E0".

1082 in column (2), add "(REFRIGERANT GAS R 1113)" at the end.

1089 PG I


1098 in column (4) insert "P" 1183 PG I

in column (16a) insert "H1" and in column (16b) "SG25" and "SG26"

1206 in column (4) insert "P". 1210 in column (6), insert "367".

1228 PG II


1242 PG I


1259 PG I


1261 PG II


1262 in column (4) insert "P" 1263 in column (6), insert "367".

1272 in column (4) insert "P" 1278 PG II


1295 PG I

in column (16)a insert "H1" and in column (16b) "SG25" and "SG26"

1299 in column (4) insert "P"





1308 PG I


1309 PG II


1309 PG III


1323 in column (16a) insert "H1" and in column (16b) "SG25" and "SG26"

1331 PG III


1333 PG II




1340 PG II

in column (16a) insert "H1" and in column (16b) "SG26"

1343 PG II


1357 in column (6) delete "919"

1358 PG II


1360 PG I


1361 PG II and

PG III


1363 PG III


1364 PG III


1365 PG III


1373 PG III


1376 PG III

in column (7b) amend the code to read "E0"; in column (16a) insert "H1" and in column (16b) "SG26"

1378 PG II

in colum (7b) amend the code to read "E0".

1379 PG III


1380 PG I


1383 PG I


1386 PG III


1389 PG I


1390 PG II






1391 PG I


1392 PG I


1393 PG II


1394 PG II


1395 PG II


1396 PG II


1396 PG III


1397 PG I


1398 PG III


1400 PG II


1401 PG II


1402 PG I


1402 PG II


1403 PG III


1404 PG I


1405 PG II


1405 PG III


1407 PG I


1408 PG III


1409 PG I


1409 PG II


1410 PG I


1411 PG I


1413 PG I


1414 PG I






1415 PG I


1417 PG II


1418 PG I


1418 PG II and

PG III


1419 PG I


1420 PG I


1421 PG I


1422 PG I


1423 PG I


1426 PG I


1427 PG I


1428 PG I


1432 PG I


1433 PG I


1435 PG III


1436 PG I, II

and PG III


1449 PG II

in column (16a) replace "Category "A" with "Category C"; in column (16a) insert "H1" and in column (16b) "SG26" .

1457 PG II

in column (16a) replace "Category "A" with "Category C" and insert "H1"; in column (16)b "SG26"

1472 PG II

in column (16a) replace "Category "A" with "Category C" and insert "H1"; in column (16b) "SG26"

1476 PG II


1483 PG II and

III


1491 PG I

in column (16a) replace "Category "B" with "Category C" and insert "H1"; in column (16b) "SG26"





1504 PG I

in column (16a) replace "Category B" with "Category C" and insert "H1"; in column (16b) "SG26"

1509 PG II


1516 PG II


1545 PG II




1567 PG II


1569 PG II


1583 all packing

groups




1613 PG I


1614 PG I


1649 PG I


1672 PG I


1693 PG I and

PG II


1694 PG I


1697 PG II


1698 PG I


1699 PG I


1700 in column (5), delete the packing group.

1701 PG II




1722 PG I


1732 PG II







1792 PG II


1796 PG II


1802 PG II


1806 PG II


1808 PG II


1826 PG II


1832 PG II


1837 PG II




1855 PG I


1868 PG II


1869 PG III


1870 PG I


1889 PG I


1906 PG II




1932 PG III


1939 PG II


1942 Amend column (2) to read "AMMONIUM NITRATE with not more than 0.2% combustible substances, including any organic substance calculated as carbon, to the exclusion of any other added substance".

2002 PG III


2004 PG II


2006 PG III


2008 PG II and

III


2009 PG III






2010 PG I


2011 PG I


2012 PG I


2013 PG I




2030 PG II



2073 in column (7b) amend the code to read "E0". in column (4) insert "P"

2208 in column (4) insert "P" 2210 PG III


2212 PG II

in column (2) amend the name to read "ASBESTOS, AMPHIBOLE (amosite, tremolite, actinolite, anthophyllite, crocidolite)";

in column (6) insert "274"; in colum (7b) amend the code to read "E0"; in column (16a) insert "H4"; in column (17) delete the fifth sentence "Crocidolite (blue asbestos) should be regarded as the most hazardous type of asbestos." and the last two sentences "If cleaning of cargo spaces must be carried out at sea, the safety procedures followed and standard of equipment used must be at least as effective as those which would be employed in a port. Until such cleaning is undertaken, the cargo spaces in which the asbestos has been carried should be closed and access to those spaces should be prohibited."

2217 PG III


2218 in column (4) insert "P" 2241 in column (4) insert "P" 2249 PG I


2254 PG III


2257 PG I


2295 PG I


2304 in column (4) insert "P" 2325 in column (4) insert "P" 2331 in column (4) insert "P"





2363 PG I



in column (4) insert "P" in colum (7b) amend the code to read "E0".

2404 PG II


2438 PG I


2441 PG I


2442 PG II


2443 PG II


2463 PG I


2466 PG I

in column (16a) replace "Category E" with "Category D" and insert "H1"; in column (16b) "SG26"

2545 PG I,

PG II and III


2546 PG I,

PG II and III


2547 PG I

in column (16a) replace "Category E" with "Category D" and insert "H1"; in column (16b) "SG26"

2558 PG I


2590 in column (2) amend the name to read "ASBESTOS, CHRYSOTILE"; In column (16a) insert "H4" in column (17) delete the last two sentences "If cleaning of cargo spaces must be carried out at sea, the safety procedures followed and standard of equipment used must be at least as effective as those which would be employed in a port. Until such cleaning is undertaken, the cargo spaces in which the asbestos has been carried should be closed and access to those spaces should be prohibited."

2624 PG II


2626 PG II




2709 in column (4) insert "P". 2740 PG I


2743 PG II






2749 PG I


2793 PG III


2798 PG II


2799 PG II


2805 PG II


2813 PG I, II

and PG III


2826 PG II


2830 PG II


2835 PG II

in column (7b) amend the code to read "E0". in column (16a) insert "H1" and in column (16b) "SG26"

2844 PG III


2845 PG I


2846 PG I


2850 in column (4) insert "P" 2858 PG III


2870 PG I (both

entries)


2878 PG III


2880 all packing

groups

in column (4) insert "P"

2881 PG II


2881 PG I, II

and PG III


2910 in column (6) delete "325" and insert "368" 2950 PG III


2956 PG III


2965 PG I


2968 PG III






2977 in column (6) delete special provision "172". 2978 in column (6) delete special provision "172". 2988 in column (16a) insert "H1" and in column (16b) "SG25" and "SG26"

3048 PG I


3066 in column (6), insert "367". 3077 in column (6), insert "969".

3078 PG II


3082 in column (6) insert"969". 3089 PG II


3089 PGIII

in column (10) replace "IBC 06" by "IBC 08"; in column (11) insert "B2 and B4" in column (16a) insert "H1" and in column (16b) "SG25" and "SG26"

3090 in column (5), delete the packing group; in column (6) delete "957" and insert "376" and "377"; in column (8) insert "P908, P909", "LP903" and "LP904"; in column (16a) insert "SW19".

3091 in column (5), delete the packing group, in column (6) delete "957" and insert "376" and "377", in column (8) insert "P908, P909", "LP903" and "LP904" in column (16a) insert "SW19".

3094 PG I and

PG II


3096 PG I and

PG II


3097 PG II and

PG III


3100 PG II


3121 PG I and

PG II


3121 PG II


3122 PG I


3123 PG I and

PG II


3123 PG I


3125 PG I and II






3127 PG II and

PG III


3129 PG I,

PG II and PG III


3129 PG II


3130 PG I,

PG II and PG III


3130 PG II


3131 PG I, II

and PG III

in column (16a) insert "H1" and in column (16b) SG26"

3132 PG I, II

and PG III


3133 PG II and

PG III

in column (7b) amend the code to read "E0". in column (16a) insert "H1" and in column (16b) "SG26"

3134 PG I, II

and PG III


3135 PG I, II

and PG III


3137 PG I


3148 PG I,

PG II and PG III


3164 in column (6), insert "371".

3166 in column (6) insert "SP 970".

3170 PG II and

PG III


3189 PG II and

III


3194 PG I


3200 PG I


3208 PG I and

III






3208 PG II


3209 PG I,

PG II and PG III


3242 PG II


3251 PG III


3268 in column (2), amend the name to read: "SAFETY DEVICES, electrically initiated" and in column (5), delete the packing group.

3292 in column (5), delete the packing group; in column (16a) insert "H1" and in column (16b) "SG26"

3294 PG I


3315 PG I


3316

delete the existing entry (note: the replacement for this entry is shown in the table for new entries)




3375 In column (8), replace "P099" by "P505"; in column (10) replace "IBC99" by "IBC02" and in column (11), insert "B16".

3378 PG II

In column (6) delete "967". (Amendment applies to the printed version only)

3385 PG I


3386 PG I


3391 PG I


3392 PG I


3393 PG I

in column (14) Insert "TP41". in column (16a) insert "H1" and in column (16b) "SG26"

3394 PG I

in column (14) Insert "TP41"; in column (16a) insert "H1" and in column (16b) "SG26"

3395 all packing

groups


3396 all packing

groups






3397 all packing

groups


3398 all packing

groups


3399 all packing

groups


3401 PG I


3402 PG I


3403 PG I


3404 PG I


3416 PG II


3422 In column (15) replace "S-B" with "S-A".

3448 PG I and

PG II


3450 PG I


3451 in column (4) insert "P" 3454 in column (4) insert "P"



3476 in column (16a) insert "H1" and in column (16b) "SG26"

3480 in column (5), delete the packing group;

in column (6) delete "957" and insert "376" and "377"; in column (8) insert "P908, P909", "LP903" and "LP904"; in column (16a) insert "SW19".

3481 in column (5), delete the packing group; in column (6) delete "957" and insert "376" and "377"; in column (8) insert "P908, P909", "LP903" and "LP904" in column (16) insert "SW19".

3482 PG I


3483 PG I

in column (7b) amend the code to read "E0"

3485 in column (4) insert "P" 3486 in column (4) insert "P"





3487 all packing

groups

in column (4) insert "P"

3490 PG I


3491 PG I


3498 PG II

in column (7b) amend the code to read "E0"

3499 In column (2) amend the proper shipping name to read as follows: "CAPACITOR, ELECTRIC DOUBLE LAYER (with an energy storage capacity greater than 0.3Wh)"






3.2.1 Dangerous Goods List

(1) (2) (3) (4) (5) (6) (7a) (7b) (8) (9) (10) (11) (12) (13) (14) (15) (16a) (16b) (17) 3316 9 - II 251

340 See

SP 251 See SP

340 P901 - - - - - - F-A, S-P Category A. -

3316 CHEMICAL KIT or FIRST AID KIT

9 III 251 340

See SP 251

See SP 340

P901 - - - - - - F-A, S-P Category A. -

3507 URANIUM HEXAFLUORIDE, RADIOACTIVE MATERIAL, EXCEPTED PACKAGE, less than 0.1 kg per package, non-fissile or fissile-excepted

8 7 I 317 369

0 E0 P805 - - - - - - F-I, S-S Category A, SW12

See 1.5.1.

3508 CAPACITOR, ASYMMETRIC (with an energy storage capacity greater than 0.3Wh)

9 - - 372 0 E0 P003 - - - - - - -- Category A Articles intended to store energy containing positive and negative electrodes comprised of different materials and an electrolyte. Asymetric capacitors may be transported in a charged state.

3509 PACKAGING DISCARDED, EMPTY, UNCLEANED

9 968 0 E0 - - - - - - - -- - This entry shall not be used for sea transport. Discarded packaging shall meet the requirements of 4.1.1.11. Discarded packaging means packagings, large packagings or intermediate bulk containers (IBC), or parts thereof, which have contained dangerous goods, other than radioactive material, which are transported for disposal, recycling or recovery of their material, other than reconditioning, repair, routine maintenance, remanufacturing or reuse, and which have been emptied to the extent that only residues of dangerous goods adhering to the packaging parts are present.

3510 ADSORBED GAS, FLAMMABLE, N.O.S.

2.1 - - 274 0 E0 P208 - - - - - - F-D, S-U Category D. SW2

-

3511 ADSORBED GAS, N.O.S. 2.2 - 274 E0 P208 - - - - - - F-C, S-V Category A. - 3512 ADSORBED GAS, TOXIC,

N.O.S. 2.3 - 274 0 E0 P208 - - - - - - F-C, S-U Category D.

SW2 -

3513 ADSORBED GAS, OXIDIZING, N.O.S.

2.2 5.1 - 274 0 E0 P208 - - - - - - F-C. S-W Category D. -

3514 ADSORBED GAS, TOXIC, FLAMMABLE, N.O.S.

2.3 2.1 - 274 0 E0 P208 - - - - - - F-D, S,-U Category D. SW2

-

3515 ADSORBED GAS, TOXIC, OXIDIZING, N.O.S.

2.3 5.1 - 274 0 E0 P208 - - - - - - F-C, S-W Category D. SW2

-

3516 ADSORBED GAS, TOXIC, CORROSIVE, N.O.S.

2.3 8 - 274 0 E0 P208 - - - - - - F-C, S-U Category D. SW2

-

3517 ADSORBED GAS, TOXIC, FLAMMABLE, CORROSIVE, N.O.S.

2.3 2.1 8

- 274 0 E0 P208 - - - - - - F-D, S-U Category D. SW2 .

SG4 SG9

-





(1) (2) (3) (4) (5) (6) (7a) (7b) (8) (9) (10) (11) (12) (13) (14) (15) (16a) (16b) (17) 3518 ADSORBED GAS, TOXIC,

OXIDIZING, CORROSIVE, N.O.S.

2.3 5.1 8

- 274 0 E0 P208 - - - - - - F-C, S-W Category D. SW2

SG6 SG19

-

3519 BORON TRIFLUORIDE, ADSORBED

2.3 8 - 0 E0 P208 - - - - - - F-C, S-U Category D. SW2

Non-flammable, toxic and corrosive gas. Forms dense white corrosive fumes in moist air. Reacts violently with water, evolving hydrogen fluoride, an irritating and corrosive gas apparent as white fumes. In the presence of moisture, highly corrosive to glass and most metals. Much heavier than air (2.35). Highly irritating to skin, eyes and mucous membranes.

3520 CHLORINE, ADSORBED 2.3 5.1 8

- 0 E0 P208 - - - - - - F-C, S-W Category D. SW2

SG6 SG19

Non-flammable, toxic and corrosive yellow gas with a pungent odour. Corrosive to glass and to most metals. Much heavier than air (2.4). Highly irritating to skin, eyes and mucous membranes. Powerful oxidant which may cause fire.

3521 SILICON TETRAFLUORIDE, ADSORBED


Non-flammable, toxic and corrosive gas with a pungent odour. Corrosive to metals. In moist air, produces hydrogen fluoride. Much heavier than air (3.6). Highly irritating to skin, eyes and mucous membranes.

3522 ARSINE, ADSORBED 2.3 2.1 - 0 E0 P208 - - - - - - F-D, S-U Category D. SW2.

Flammable, toxic, colourless gas with a garlic odour. Explosive limits: 3.9% to 77.8%. Much heavier than air (2.8).

3523 GERMANE, ADSORBED 2.3 2.1 - 0 E0 P208 - - - - - - F-D, S-U Category D. SW2

Flammable, toxic, colourless gas with a pungent odour. Much heavier than air (2.6)

3524 PHOSPHORUS PENTAFLUORIDE, ADSORBED


Non-flammable, toxic and corrosive gas with an irritating odour. Reacts with water or moist air to produce toxic and corrosive fumes. Corrosive to glass and to most metals. Much heavier than air (4.3). Highly irritating to skin, eyes and mucous membranes.

3525 PHOSPHINE, ADSORBED 2.3 2.1 - 0 E0 P208 - - - - - - F-D, S-U Category D. SW2

Flammable, toxic, colourless gas with a garlic odour. Ignites spontaneously in air. Heavier than air (1.2). Irritating to skin, eyes and mucous membranes.

3526 HYDROGEN SELENIDE, ADSORBED

2.3 2.1 - 0 E0 P208 - - - - - - F-D, S-U Category D. SW2

Flammable, toxic, colourless gas with a disagreeable odour. Much heavier than air (2.8). Highly irritating to skin, eyes and mucous membranes.





Chapter 3.3 – Special provisions applicable to certain substances, materials or articles Amend the following Special Provisions as indicated hereunder: SP 66 Amend to read as follows:

"Cinnabar is not subject to the provisions of this Code". SP 122 At the end, add: ", 4.1.4.2 packing instruction IBC520 and 4.2.5.2.6 portable tank instruction T23." SP 135 Amend to read as follows:

"135 The dihydrated sodium salt of dichloroisocyanuric acid does not meet the criteria for inclusion in Class 5.1 and is not subject to the provisions of this Code unless meeting the criteria for inclusion in another Class or Division."

SP 172 Amend to read as follows:

"172 Where a radioactive material has (a) subsidiary risk(s):

.1 The substance shall be allocated to Packing Group I, II or III, if appropriate, by application of the packing group criteria provided in part 2 corresponding to the nature of the predominant subsidiary risk;

.2 Packages shall be labelled with subsidiary risk labels

corresponding to each subsidiary risk exhibited by the material; corresponding placards shall be affixed to cargo transport units in accordance with the relevant provisions of 5.3.1;

.3 For the purposes of documentation and package marking, the

proper shipping name shall be supplemented with the name of the constituents which most predominantly contribute to this (these) subsidiary risk(s) and which shall be enclosed in parenthesis;

.4 The dangerous goods transport document shall indicate the

subsidiary class or division and, where assigned the packing group as required by 5.4.1.4.1.4 and 5.4.1.4.1.5.

For packing, see also 4.1.9.1.5."

SP 225 At the end, add:

"Fire extinguishers shall be manufactured, tested, approved and labelled according to the provisions applied in the country of manufacture. Fire extinguishers under this entry include: .1 portable fire extinguishers for manual handling and operation; .2 fire extinguishers for installation in aircraft;





.3 fire extinguishers mounted on wheels for manual handling; .4 fire extinguishing equipment or machinery mounted on wheels or wheeled

platforms or units transported similar to (small) trailers, and .5 fire extinguishers composed of a non-rollable pressure drum and equipment,

and handled e.g. by fork lift or crane when loaded or unloaded." SP 235 Amend to read as follows:

"235 This entry applies to articles which contain Class 1 explosive substances and which may also contain dangerous goods of other classes. These articles are used to enhance safety in vehicles, vessels or aircraft – e.g. air bag inflators, air bag modules, seat-belt pretensioners, and pyromechanical devices."

SP 251 Insert the following new third paragraph after "to any individual substance in the kit":

"Where the kit contains only dangerous goods to which no packing group is assigned, no packing group need be indicated on the dangerous goods transport document."


"280 This entry applies to safety devices for vehicles, vessels or aircraft, e.g. air bag inflators, air bag modules, seat-belt pretensioners, and pyromechanical devices, which contain dangerous goods of Class 1 or of other classes, when transported as component parts and if these articles as presented for transport have been tested in accordance with Test Series 6(c) of Part 1 of the Manual of Tests and Criteria, with no explosion of the device, no fragmentation of device casing or pressure receptacle, and no projection hazard nor thermal effect which would significantly hinder fire-fighting or emergency response efforts in the immediate vicinity. This entry does not apply to life saving appliances described in special provision 296 (UN Nos. 2990 and 3072)."


"289 Safety devices, electrically initiated and safety devices, pyrotechnic installed in vehicles, vessels or aircraft or in completed components such as steering columns, door panels, seats, etc. are not subject to the provisions of this Code."


"306 This entry may only be used for substances that are too insensitive for acceptance into Class 1 when tested in accordance with Test Series 2 (see Manual of Tests and Criteria, Part I)."

SP 309 Amend the last sentence to read as follows:

"Substances shall satisfactorily pass Tests 8(a), (b) and (c) of Test Series 8 of the Manual of Tests and Criteria, Part I, Section 18 and be approved by the competent authority."





SP 310 At the end, include a new "Note" to read as follows:

"For damage or defective lithium batteries and cells see SP 376" SP 361 At the end of subparagraph .5 insert "except those manufactured before 1 January 2014;" SP 363 In subparagraph .3, replace "loaded in an orientation" with "oriented" SP 919 is deleted. SP 957 Is deleted. SP 961 Replace existing 961 with the following:

"SP 961 Internal combustion engines, fuel cell engines, vehicles, and battery-powered equipment are not subject to the provisions of this Code if any of the following conditions are met:

.1 Internal combustion engines, fuel cell engines vehicles, and

battery-powered equipment are stowed on the vehicle, special category and ro-ro spaces or on the weather deck of a roll-on/roll-off ship or a cargo space designated by the Administration (flag State) in accordance with SOLAS 74, chapter II-2, regulation 20 as specifically designed and approved for the carriage of vehicles and there are no signs of leakage from the battery, engine, fuel cell, compressed gas cylinder or accumulator, or fuel tank when applicable. When packed in a cargo transport unit the exception does not apply to container cargo spaces of a ro-ro ship. Vehicles powered solely by lithium batteries and hybrid electric vehicles powered by both an internal combustion engine and lithium metal or ion batteries, the battery is of a type proved to meet the requirements of the United Nations Manual of Tests and Criteria, part III, subsection 38.3, unless otherwise approved by the competent Authority;

.2 Internal combustion engines, vehicles powered by a flammable

liquid fuel with a flashpoint of 38°C or above, there are no leaks in any portion of the fuel system, the fuel tank(s) contains 450 ℓ of fuel or less and installed batteries are protected from short-circuit.

.3 Internal combustion engines with a fuel tank attached and vehicles

powered by a flammable liquid fuel with a flashpoint less than 38°C, the fuel tank(s) are empty and installed batteries are protected from short circuit. The internal combustion engines or vehicle are considered to be empty of flammable liquid fuel when the fuel tank has been drained and the vehicle cannot be operated due to a lack of fuel. Engine components such as fuel lines, fuel filters and injectors do not need to be cleaned, drained or purged to be considered empty. The fuel tank does not need to be cleaned or purged;

.4 Internal combustion engines with an attached fuel tank and vehicles

powered by a flammable gas (liquefied or compressed), the fuel tank(s) are empty and the positive pressure in the tank does not exceed 2 bar, the fuel shut-off or isolation valve is closed and secured, and installed batteries are protected from short circuit;





.5 Vehicles or battery powered equipment solely powered by a wet or dry electric storage battery or a sodium battery, and the battery is protected from short circuit;

.6 Internal combustion engines powered by a flammable liquid or

flammable gas have been cleaned, drained and purged of all flammable liquids and gases or the engine has been sealed to prevent leakage of any residues; or

.7 Fuel cell engines are protected from inadvertent operation by

closing fuel supply lines or by other means and the fuel supply reservoir has been drained and sealed. The fuel supply reservoir does not need to be cleaned or purged.

Notwithstanding above, dangerous goods required for the operation of the internal combustion engines or the vehicle or for the safety of the operator such as fire extinguishers, compressed gas cylinders, accumulators, airbag inflators, starter batteries, etc., shall be securely mounted. All other dangerous goods in the vehicle shall be separately packaged and consigned for transport, as appropriate, in accordance with this Code. For fuel cell engines, all dangerous goods other than fuel and fuel cells shall be separately packaged and consigned for transport, as appropriate, in accordance with this Code."

SP 962 Replace 962 with the following:

"SP 962 internal combustion engines, vehicles, fuel cell engines, or battery powered equipment not meeting the conditions of special provision 961 shall be assigned to class 9 and shall meet the following requirements:

.1 internal combustion engines, vehicles, combustion engines, fuel cell

engines or battery powered equipment shall not show signs of leakage from batteries, engines, fuel cells, compressed gas cylinders or accumulators, or fuel tank(s) when applicable;

.2 for flammable liquid powered vehicles and internal combustion

engines the fuel tank(s) containing the flammable liquid shall not be more than one fourth full and in any case the flammable liquid shall not exceed 250 ℓ unless otherwise approved by the competent authority;

.3 for flammable gas powered vehicles and internal combustion

engines, the fuel shut-off valve of the fuel tank(s) shall be securely closed;

.4 installed batteries shall be protected from damage, short circuit, and

accidental activation during transport. Lithium ion or lithium metal batteries shall be of a type proved to meet the requirements of the United Nations Manual of Tests and Criteria, part III, subsection 38.3, unless otherwise approved by the competent authority; and

Notwithstanding above dangerous goods required for the operation of the internal combustion engines or the vehicle or for the safety of the operator





such as fire extinguishers, compressed gas accumulators, airbag inflators, starter batteries, etc., shall be securely mounted.

The provisions of this Code relevant to marking, labelling, placarding and marine pollutants shall not apply."

SP 963 Replace the words "column 16" with "columns 16a and 16b" Insert the following new special provisions:

"367 For the purposes of documentation and package marking:

The proper shipping name "Paint related material" may be used for consignments of packages containing "Paint" and "Paint related material" in the same package; The proper shipping name "Paint related material, corrosive, flammable" may be used for consignments of packages containing "Paint, corrosive, flammable" and "Paint related material, corrosive, flammable" in the same package; The proper shipping name "Paint related material, flammable, corrosive" may be used for consignments of packages containing "Paint, flammable, corrosive" and "Paint related material, flammable, corrosive" in the same package; and The proper shipping name "Printing ink related material" may be used for consignments of packages containing "Printing Ink" and "Printing ink related material" in the same package."

"368 In the case of non-fissile or fissile-excepted uranium hexafluoride, the material shall be classified under UN 3507 or UN 2978." "369 In accordance with 2.0.3.5, this radioactive material in an excepted package possessing corrosive properties is classified in Class 8 with a radioactive material subsidiary risk.

Uranium hexafluoride may be classified under this entry only if the conditions of 2.7.2.4.1.2, 2.7.2.4.1.5, 2.7.2.4.5.2 and, for fissile-excepted material, of 2.7.2.3.6 are met. In addition to the provisions applicable to the transport of Class 8 substances, the provisions of 5.1.3.2, 5.1.5.2.2, 5.1.5.4.1.2, 7.1.4.5.9, 7.1.4.5.10, 7.1.4.5.12, and 7.8.4.1 to 7.8.4.6 shall apply. No Class 7 label is required to be displayed."

"370 This entry applies to:

- ammonium nitrate with more than 0.2% combustible substances,

including any organic substance calculated as carbon, to the exclusion of any added substance; and

- ammonium nitrate with not more than 0.2% combustible substances,

including any organic substance calculated as carbon, to the exclusion of any added substance, that is not too sensitive for acceptance into





Class 1 when tested in accordance with Test Series 2 (see Manual of Tests and Criteria, Part I). See also UN No. 1942."

"371 .1 This entry also applies to articles, containing a small pressure

receptacle with a release device. Such articles shall comply with the following requirements:

(a) The water capacity of the pressure receptacle shall not

exceed 0.5 litres and the working pressure shall not exceed 25 bar at 15°C;

(b) The minimum burst pressure of the pressure receptacle shall be at

least four times the pressure of the gas at 15°C; (c) Each article shall be manufactured in such a way that unintentional

firing or release is avoided under normal conditions of handling, packing, transport and use. This may be fulfilled by an additional locking device linked to the activator;

(d) Each article shall be manufactured in such a way as to prevent

hazardous projections of the pressure receptacle or parts of the pressure receptacle;

(e) Each pressure receptacle shall be manufactured from material which

will not fragment upon rupture; (f) The design type of the article shall be subjected to a fire test. For this

test, the provisions of paragraphs 16.6.1.2 except letter g, 16.6.1.3.1 to 16.6.1.3.6, 16.6.1.3.7 (b) and 16.6.1.3.8 of the Manual of Tests and Criteria shall be applied. It shall be demonstrated that the article relieves its pressure by means of a fire degradable seal or other pressure relief device, in such a way that the pressure receptacle will not fragment and that the article or fragments of the article do not rocket more than 10 m;

(g) The design type of the article shall be subjected to the following test.

A stimulating mechanism shall be used to initiate one article in the middle of the packaging. There shall be no hazardous effects outside the package such as disruption of the package, metal fragments or a receptacle which passes through the packaging.

.2 The manufacturer shall produce technical documentation of the design type,

manufacture as well as the tests and their results. The manufacturer shall apply procedures to ensure that articles produced in series are made of good quality, conform to the design type and are able to meet the requirements in .1. The manufacturer shall provide such information to the Competent Authority on request."

"372 This entry applies to asymmetric capacitors with an energy storage capacity greater than 0.3 Wh. Capacitors with an energy storage capacity of 0.3 Wh or less are not subject to the provisions of this Code.





Energy storage capacity means the energy stored in a capacitor, as calculated according to the following equation,

Wh = 1/2CN(UR2-UL

2) × (1/3600), using the nominal capacitance (CN), rated voltage (UR) and rated lower limit voltage (UL).

All asymmetric capacitors to which this entry applies shall meet the following conditions: (a) Capacitors or modules shall be protected against short circuit; (b) Capacitors shall be designed and constructed to safely relieve pressure that

may build up in use, through a vent or a weak point in the capacitor casing. Any liquid which is released upon venting shall be contained by packaging or by equipment in which a capacitor is installed;

(c) Capacitors shall be marked with the energy storage capacity in Wh, except

those manufactured before 1 January 2016; (d) Capacitors containing an electrolyte meeting the classification criteria of

any class or division of dangerous goods shall be designed to withstand a 95 kPa pressure differential;

Capacitors containing an electrolyte not meeting the classification criteria of any class or division of dangerous goods, including when configured in a module or when installed in equipment are not subject to other provisions of this Code. Capacitors containing an electrolyte meeting the classification criteria of any class or division of dangerous goods, with an energy storage capacity of 20 Wh or less, including when configured in a module, are not subject to other provisions of this Code when the capacitors are capable of withstanding a 1.2 metre drop test unpackaged on an unyielding surface without loss of contents. Capacitors containing an electrolyte meeting the classification criteria of any class or division of dangerous goods that are not installed in equipment and with an energy storage capacity of more than 20 Wh are subject to this Code. Capacitors installed in equipment and containing an electrolyte meeting the classification criteria of any class or division of dangerous goods, are not subject to other provisions of these Regulations provided that the equipment is packaged in a strong outer packaging constructed of suitable material, and of adequate strength and design, in relation to the packaging's intended use and in such a manner as to prevent accidental functioning of capacitors during transport. Large robust equipment containing capacitors may be offered for transport unpackaged or on pallets when capacitors are afforded equivalent protection by the equipment in which they are contained. Note: Notwithstanding the provisions of this special provision, nickel-carbon asymmetric capacitors containing Class 8 alkaline electrolytes shall be transported as UN 2795, BATTERIES, WET, FILLED WITH ALKALI, electric storage." "373 Neutron radiation detectors containing non-pressurized boron trifluoride gas may be transported under this entry provided that the following conditions are met:





.1 Each radiation detector shall meet the following conditions.

(i) The pressure in each detector shall not exceed 105 kPa absolute at 20°C;

(ii) The amount of gas shall not exceed 13 g per detector; (iii) Each detector shall be manufactured under a registered quality

assurance programme;

NOTE: The application of ISO 9001:2008 may be considered acceptable for this purpose.

(iv) Each neutron radiation detector shall be of welded metal

construction with brazed metal to ceramic feed through assemblies. These detectors shall have a minimum burst pressure of 1800 kPa as demonstrated by design type qualification testing; and

(v) Each detector shall be tested to a 1 x 10-10 cm3/s leaktightness

standard before filling.

.2 Radiation detectors transported as individual components shall be transported as follows: (i) Detectors shall be packed in a sealed intermediate plastics liner with

sufficient absorbent material to absorb the entire gas contents; (ii) They shall be packed in strong outer packaging. The completed

package shall be capable of withstanding a 1.8 m drop test without leakage of gas contents from detectors;

(iii) The total amount of gas from all detectors per outer packaging shall

not exceed 52 g.

.3 Completed neutron radiation detection systems containing detectors meeting the conditions of paragraph (a) shall be transported as follows:

(i) The detectors shall be contained in a strong sealed outer casing; (ii) The casing shall contain sufficient absorbent material to absorb the

entire gas contents; (iii) The completed systems shall be packed in strong outer packagings

capable of withstanding a 1.8 m drop test without leakage unless a system's outer casing affords equivalent protection.

Packing instruction P200 of 4.1.4.1 is not applicable. The transport document shall include the following statement "Transport in accordance with special provision 373". Neutron radiation detectors containing not more than 1 g of boron trifluoride, including those with solder glass joints, are not subject to this Code provided they





meet the requirements in paragraph .1 and are packed in accordance with paragraph .2. Radiation detection systems containing such detectors are not subject to this Code provided they are packed in accordance with paragraph .3. Nuclear radiation detectors shall be stowed in accordance with stowage Category A." "SP 376 Lithium ion cells or batteries and lithium metal cells or batteries identified as being damaged or defective such that they do not conform to the type tested according to the applicable provisions of the Manual of Tests and Criteria shall comply with the requirements of this special provision.

For the purposes of this special provision, these may include, but are not limited to: - Cells or batteries identified as being defective for safety reasons; - Cells or batteries that have leaked or vented; - Cells or batteries that cannot be diagnosed prior to transport; or - Cells or batteries that have sustained physical or mechanical damage.

NOTE: In assessing a battery as damaged or defective, the type of battery and its previous use and misuse shall be taken into account. Cells and batteries shall be transported according to the provisions applicable to UN 3090, UN 3091, UN 3480 and UN 3481, except special provision 230 and as otherwise stated in this special provision. Packages shall be marked "DAMAGED/DEFECTIVE LITHIUM-ION BATTERIES" or "DAMAGED/DEFECTIVE LITHIUM METAL BATTERIES", as applicable. Cells and batteries shall be packed in accordance with packing instructions P908 of 4.1.4.1 or LP904 of 4.1.4.3, as applicable. Cells and batteries liable to rapidly disassemble, dangerously react, produce a flame or a dangerous evolution of heat or a dangerous emission of toxic, corrosive or flammable gases or vapours under normal conditions of transport shall not be transported except under conditions specified by the competent authority." "SP 377 Lithium ion and lithium metal cells and batteries and equipment containing such cells and batteries transported for disposal or recycling, either packed together with or packed without non-lithium batteries, may be packaged in accordance with packing instruction P909 of 4.1.4.1. These cells and batteries are not subject to the requirements of section 2.9.4. Packages shall be marked "LITHIUM BATTERIES FOR DISPOSAL" or "LITHIUM BATTERIES FOR RECYCLING". Identified damaged or defective batteries shall be transported in accordance with special provision 376 and packaged in accordance with P908 of 4.1.4.1 or LP904 of 4.1.4.3, as applicable."





"SP 968 This entry shall not be used for sea transport. Discarded packaging shall meet the requirements of 4.1.1.11."

"SP 969 Substances classified in accordance to 2.9.3 are subject to the provisions for marine pollutants. Substances which are transported under UN 3077 and 3082 but which do not meet the criteria of 2.9.3 (see 2.9.2.2) are not subject to the provisions for marine pollutants. However for substances that are identified as marine pollutants in this Code (see Index) but which no longer meet the criteria of 2.9.3, the provisions of 2.10.2.6 apply." "SP 970 This entry only applies to internal combustion engines (including machinery or equipment powered by such engines) to fuel cell engines, and to vehicles powered by flammable liquid, flammable gas and fuel cells containing flammable liquid or gas (including hybrid electric vehicles, see SP 312 or SP 240). For the purposes of this entry vehicles are defined as road vehicles (e.g. cars, motorcycles), boats, aircraft, wheeled or tracked construction or farming equipment and any other self-propelled apparatus designed to carry one or more persons or goods. For internal combustion engines where the requirement of Special Provisions 961 or 962 are not met, an appropriate name and description shall be selected and the relevant provisions of this Code shall apply. If a vehicle is powered by a flammable liquid and a flammable gas internal combustion engine, it shall be assigned to UN 3166 VEHICLE, FLAMMABLE GAS POWERED."

Chapter 3.4 – Dangerous goods packed in limited quantities 3.4.1 General 3.4.1.2 In subparagraph ".5" delete the reference "5.3.2.3". 3.4.3 Stowage 3.4.3 In the paragraph, replace the words "column 16" with "column 16a". 3.4.4 Segregation 3.4.4.1 In subparagraph ".2" replace the words "column 16" with "column 16b" 3.4.5 Marking and placarding Amend section 3.4.5.1 and 3.4.5.2 to read as follows:

"3.4.5 Marking and Placarding 3.4.5.1 Except for air transport, packages containing dangerous goods in limited quantities shall bear the marking shown below:





Marking for packages containing limited quantities The marking shall be readily visible, legible and able to withstand open weather exposure without a substantial reduction in effectiveness. The marking shall be in the form of a square set at an angle of 45° (diamond-shaped). The top and bottom portions and the surrounding line shall be black. The centre area shall be white or a suitable contrasting background. The minimum dimensions shall be 100 mm x 100 mm and the minimum width of the line forming the diamond shall be 2 mm. Where dimensions are not specified, all features shall be in approximate proportion to those shown. If the size of the package so requires, the minimum outer dimensions shown above may be reduced to be not less than 50 mm x 50 mm provided the marking remains clearly visible. The minimum width of the line forming the diamond may be reduced to a minimum of 1 mm. NOTE: The provisions of 3.4.5.1 of the IMDG Code amendment 36-12 may continue to be applied until 31 December 2016."

3.4.5.2 Packages containing dangerous goods packed in conformity with the provisions of Part 3, Chapter 4 of the ICAO Technical Instructions for the Transport of Dangerous Goods may bear the marking shown below to certify conformity with these provisions:

Marking for packages containing limited quantities conforming to Part 3, Chapter 4 of the ICAO Technical Instructions for the Safe Transport of Dangerous Goods by Air.





The marking shall be readily visible, legible and able to withstand open weather exposure without a substantial reduction in effectiveness. The marking shall be in the form of a square set at an angle of 45° (diamond-shaped). The top and bottom portions and the surrounding line shall be black. The centre area shall be white or a suitable contrasting background. The minimum dimensions shall be 100 mm x 100 mm and the minimum width of the line forming the diamond shall be 2 mm. The symbol "Y" shall be placed in the centre of the mark and shall be clearly visible. Where dimensions are not specified, all features shall be in approximate proportion to those shown. If the size of the package so requires, the minimum outer dimensions shown above may be reduced to be not less than 50 mm x 50 mm provided the marking remains clearly visible. The minimum width of the line forming the diamond may be reduced to a minimum of 1 mm. The symbol "Y" shall remain in approximate proportion to that shown above. Note: The provisions of 3.4.5.2 of IMDG Code (amendment 36-12) may continue to be applied until 31 December 2016."

3.4.5.3 Amend to read as follows:

"3.4.5.3 Multimodal recognition of marks

3.4.5.3.1 Packages containing dangerous goods bearing the marking shown in 3.4.5.2 with or without the additional labels and markings for air transport shall be deemed to meet the provisions of section 3.4.2 and need not bear the marking shown in 3.4.5.1.

3.4.5.3.2 Packages containing dangerous goods in limited quantities bearing the

marking shown in 3.4.5.1 and conforming with the provisions of the ICAO Technical Instructions for the Safe Transport of Dangerous Goods by Air, including all necessary marks and labels specified in Parts 5 and 6, shall be deemed to meet the provisions of section 3.4.1 as appropriate and of section 3.4.2."

3.4.5.5 Placarding and marking of cargo transport units 3.4.5.5.3 Delete the existing paragraph and insert "reserve" Chapter 3.5 – Dangerous goods packed in excepted quantities 3.5.4 Marking of packages 3.5.4.1 Delete the mark and the text below the mark. 3.5.4.2 and 3.5.4.3 Amend to read as follows:





"3.5.4.2

Excepted quantities mark

* The Class or, when assigned, the Division number(s) shall be shown in this location.

** The name of the consignor or of the consignee shall be shown in this

location if not shown elsewhere on the package.

The marking shall be in the form of a square. The hatching and symbol shall be of the same colour, black or red, on white or suitable contrasting background. The minimum dimensions shall be 100 mm x 100 mm. Where dimensions are not specified, all features shall be in approximate proportion to those shown. 3.5.4.3 An overpack containing dangerous goods in excepted quantities shall display the markings required by 3.5.4.1, unless such markings on packages within the overpack are clearly visible. Note: The provisions of 3.5.4.1 and 3.5.4.2 of the IMDG Code (amendment 36-12) may continue to be applied until 31 December 2016."

3.5.7 Stowage 3.5.7.1 In the paragraph, replace the words "column 16" with "column 16a" 3.5.8 Segregation 3.5.8.1 In the paragraph, replace the words "column 16" with "column 16b" 3.5.8.2 In the paragraph, replace the words "column 16" with "column 16b"

Minimum dimension 100 mm

Min

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Appendix A – List of generic and N.O.S. Proper Shipping Names Add the following new entries in appendix A under the appropriate class in the general entries section:

Class or Division

Subsidiary Risk

UN No Proper Shipping Name

2.1 3510 ADSORBED GAS, FLAMMABLE, N.O.S.

2.2 3511 ADSORBED GAS, N.O.S. 2.3 3512 ADSORBED GAS, TOXIC, N.O.S. 2.2 5.1 3513 ADSORBED GAS, OXIDIZING, N.O.S. 2.3 2.1 3514 ADSORBED GAS, TOXIC,

FLAMMABLE, N.O.S. 2.3 5.1 3515 ADSORBED GAS, TOXIC, OXIDIZING,

N.O.S. 2.3 8 3516 ADSORBED GAS, TOXIC,

CORROSIVE, N.O.S. 2.3 2.1 + 8 3517 ADSORBED GAS, TOXIC,

FLAMMABLE, CORROSIVE, N.O.S. 2.3 5.1 + 8 3518 ADSORBED GAS, TOXIC, OXIDIZING,

CORROSIVE, N.O.S. Appendix B – Glossary of terms Amend the entry for "AIR BAG INFLATORS, PYROTECHNIC or AIR BAG MODULES, PYROTECHNIC or SEAT-BELT PRETENSIONERS, PYROTECHNIC" to read:

"SAFETY DEVICES, electrically initiated". Amend the definition to read as follows:

"Articles which contain pyrotechnic substances or dangerous goods of other classes and are used in vehicles, vessels or aircraft to enhance safety to persons. Examples are: air bag inflators, air bag modules, seat-belt pretensioners and pyromechanical devices. These pyromechanical devices are assembled components for tasks such as but not limited to separation, locking, or release-and-drive or occupant restraint. The term includes "SAFETY DEVICES, PYROTECHNIC"."





Alphabetical index Amend the following entries as indicated hereunder: Amend the entries for "AIR BAG INFLATORS, PYROTECHNIC or AIR BAG MODULES, PYROTECHNIC or SEAT-BELT PRETENSIONERS, PYROTECHNIC" to read as follows:

«Air bag inflators, see 1.4G 9

0503 3268»

«Air bag modules, see 1.4G 9

0503 3268»

«Seat-belt pretensioners, see

1.4G 9

0503 3268»

In the entries for "Actinolite", "Anthophyllite" and "Tremolite" in the UN No. column, replace "2590" with "2212". Delete the entries for "Asbestos, blue or brown", "Asbestos, white", "Chryosotile", , "BLUE ASBESTOS (crocidolite)", "BROWN ASBESTOS (amosite, mysorite)", "WHITE ASBESTOS (chrysotile, actinolite, anthophyllite, tremolite)". (delete entries regardless names in the UN Regulations differs from those in the IMDG Code) In the entry for "TRIFLUOROCHLOROETHYLENE, STABILIZED" UN No. 1082, add at the end "(REFRIGERANT GAS R 1113)". In the entry for "AMMONIUM NITRATE", (UN 1942), amend the description to read as follows "AMMONIUM NITRATE with not more than 0.2% combustible substances, including any organic substance calculated as carbon, to the exclusion of any other added substance". In the entry for "AMMONIUM NITRATE", (UN 0222), amend the description to read as follows "AMMONIUM NITRATE". In the entry for "CAPACITOR, electric double layer…" (UN 3499), amend the description to read as follows: "CAPACITOR, ELECTRIC DOUBLE LAYER (with an energy storage capacity greater than 0.3Wh)". Drazoxolon: Replace "see PESTICIDE, N.O.S." with "see ORGANOCHLORINE PESTICIDE". Kelevan: Replace "see PESTICIDE, N.O.S." with "see ORGANOCHLORINE PESTICIDE". Nabam: Replace "see THIOCARBAMATE PESTICIDE" with "see Note 1". Oxamyl: Replace "see PESTICIDE, N.O.S." with "see CARBAMATE PESTICIDE". In the entry for "AMMONIA, ANHYDROUS", UN (1005), insert "P" in the column for MP. In the entries for "ALLYL ALCOHOL" and "Propenyl alcohol", UN (1098), insert "P" in the column for MP. In the entry for "HEPTANES", UN (1206), insert "P" in the column for MP.





In the entries for "Hexane" and "2-Methylpentane", UN (1208), insert "P" in the column for MP. In the entries for "Isooctane", "2-Methylheptane", "OCTANES" and "2,2,4-Trimethylpentane", UN (1262), insert "P" in the column for MP. In the entry for "PINE OIL", UN (1272), insert "P" in the column for MP. In the entry for "TURPENTINE", UN (1299), insert "P" in the column for MP. In the entries for "Creosote salts", "NAPHTHALENE, CRUDE" and "NAPHTHALENE, REFINED", UN (1334), insert "P" in the column for MP. In the entries for "Aminobenzene", "ANILINE", "Aniline oil" and "Phenylamine", UN (1547), insert "P" in the column for MP. In the entries for "Methyldinitrobenzenes, molten" and "DINITROTOLUENES, MOLTEN", UN (1600), insert "P" in the column for MP. In the entry for "TOLUIDINES, LIQUID", UN (1708), insert "P" in the column for MP. In the entries for "CALCIUM HYPOCHLORITE, DRY with more than 39% available chlorine (8.8% available oxygen)" and "CALCIUM HYPOCHLORITE MIXTURE, DRY with more than 39% available chlorine (8.8% available oxygen", UN (1748), insert "P" in the column for MP. In the entry for "Sodium hypochlorite solution ", UN (1791), insert "P" in the column for MP. In the entry for "ZINC CHLORIDE SOLUTION", UN (1840), insert "P" in the column for MP. In the entry for "NONANES", UN (1920), insert "P" in the column for MP. Insert a new entry "2,4-Dichlorophenol,see," in the column for Substance, material or article, "P" in the column for MP, "6.1" in the column for Class, "2020" in the column for UN No.. In the entry for "DINITROTOLUENES, LIQUID" and "Methyldinitrobenzenes, liquid", UN (2038), insert "P" in the column for MP. Insert a new entry "1,3-Dichloropropene, see" in the column for Substance, material or article, "P" in the column for MP, "3" in the column for Class, "2047" in the column for UN No.. In the entry for "AMMONIA SOLUTION relative density less than 0.880 at 15°C in water, with more than 35% but not more than 50% ammonia", UN (2073), insert "P" in the column for MP. In the entries for "Bleaching powder" and "CALCIUM HYPOCHLORITE MIXTURE, DRY with more than 10% but not more than 39% available chlorine", UN (2208), insert "P" in the column for MP. In the entries for "Propenoic acid, stabilized", "Acroleic acid, stabilized" and "ACRYLIC ACID, STABILIZED", UN (2218), insert "P" in the column for MP.





In the entries for "meta-Chlorotoluene" and "para-Chlorotoluene", delete "P", and in the entry for "ortho-Chlorotoluene", UN (2238) insert "P" in the column for MP. In the entry for "CYCLOHEPTANE", UN (2241), insert "P" in the column for MP. In the entry for "NAPHTHALENE, MOLTEN", UN (2304), insert "P" in the column for MP. In the entries for "1,3,5-TRIMETHYLBENZENE" and "Mesitylene", UN (2325), insert "P" in the column for MP. In the entry for "ZINC CHLORIDE, ANHYDROUS", UN (2331), insert "P" in the column for MP. In the entry for "alpha-PINENE", UN (2368), insert "P" in the column for MP. In the entries for "DIMETHYL DISULPHIDE", "Methyl disulphide" and "Methyldithiomethane", UN (2381), insert "P" in the column for MP. In the entry for "AMMONIA SOLUTION relative density between 0.880 and 0.957 at 15°C in water, with more than 10% but not more than 35% ammonia, by mass", UN (2672), insert "P" in the column for MP. In the entries for "BUTYLBENZENES", "Isobutylbenzene", "2-Methyl-2-phenylpropane", "1-Phenylbutane" and "2-Phenylbutane", UN (2709), insert "P" in the column for MP. In the entries for "Dodecene", "PROPYLENE TETRAMER" and "Tetrapropylene", UN (2850), insert "P" in the column for MP. In the entries for "CALCIUM HYPOCHLORITE, HYDRATED with not less than 5.5% but not more than 16% water" and "CALCIUM HYPOCHLORITE, HYDRATED MIXTURE with not less than 5.5% but not more than 16% water", UN (2880), insert "P" in the column for MP. In the entry for "AMMONIA SOLUTION relative density less than 0.880 at 15°C in water, with more than 50% ammonia", UN (3318), insert "P" in the column for MP. In the entry for "TOLUIDINES, SOLID", UN (3451), insert "P" in the column for MP. In the entries for "DINITROTOLUENES, SOLID" and "Methyldinitrobenzenes, solid", UN (3454), insert "P" in the column for MP. In the entry for "CALCIUM HYPOCHLORITE MIXTURE, DRY, CORROSIVE with more than 39% available chlorine (8.8% available oxygen)", UN (3485), insert "P" in the column for MP. In the entry for "CALCIUM HYPOCHLORITE MIXTURE, DRY, CORROSIVE with more than 10% but not more than 39% available chlorine", UN (3486), insert "P" in the column for MP. In the entries for "CALCIUM HYPOCHLORITE, HYDRATED MIXTURE, CORROSIVE with not less than 5.5% but not more than 16% water" and "CALCIUM HYPOCHLORITE, HYDRATED, CORROSIVE with not less than 5.5% but not more than 16% water", UN (3487), insert "P" in the column for MP.





Add the following new entries in alphabetical order:

Name and description Class UN No.

ADSORBED GAS, FLAMMABLE, N.O.S.

2.1 3510

ADSORBED GAS, N.O.S. 2.2 3511

ADSORBED GAS, OXIDIZING, N.O.S.

2.2 3513

ADSORBED GAS, TOXIC, CORROSIVE, N.O.S.

2.3 3516

ADSORBED GAS, TOXIC, FLAMMABLE, CORROSIVE, N.O.S.

2.3 3517

ADSORBED GAS, TOXIC, FLAMMABLE, N.O.S.

2.3 3514

ADSORBED GAS, TOXIC, N.O.S.

2.3 3512

ADSORBED GAS, TOXIC, OXIDIZING, CORROSIVE, N.O.S.

2.3 3518

ADSORBED GAS, TOXIC, OXIDIZING, N.O.S.

2.3 3515

Amphibole asbestos, see 9 2212

ARSINE, ADSORBED 2.3 3522

ASBESTOS, AMPHIBOLE

9 2212

ASBESTOS, CHRYSOTILE

9 2590

BORON TRIFLUORIDE, ADSORBED

2.3 3519

CAPACITOR, ASYMMETRIC, (with an energy storage capacity greater than 0.3Wh)

9 3508

CHLORINE, ADSORBED 2.3 3520

Chrysotile, see 9 2590

GERMANE, ADSORBED 2.3 3523

HYDROGEN SELENIDE, ADSORBED

2.3 3526





Name and description Class UN No.

Mercurous chloride, see 6.1 2025

PACKAGING DISCARDED, EMPTY, UNCLEANED

9 3509

PHOSPHINE, ADSORBED

2.3 3525

PHOSPHORUS PENTAFLUORIDE, ADSORBED

2.3 3524

SAFETY DEVICES, electrically initiated

9 3268

SAFETY DEVICES, PYROTECHNIC

1.4G 0503

SILICON TETRAFLUORIDE, ADSORBED

2.3 3521

URANIUM HEXAFLUORIDE, RADIOACTIVE MATERIAL, EXCEPTED PACKAGE, less than 0.1 kg per package, non-fissile or fissile-excepted

8 3507

Talcum with tremolite and/or actinolite, see

9 2212

PART 4 PACKING AND TANK PROVISIONS

Chapter 4.1 – Use of packagings, including intermediate bulk containers (IBCs) and

large packagings 4.1.1 General provisions for the packing of dangerous goods in packagings,

including IBCs and large packagings 4.1.1.3 In paragraph 4.1.1.3, in the third line, the reference "6.3.2" is replaced with "6.3.5". 4.1.1.5.2 Insert a new 4.1.1.5.2 to read as follows:

"4.1.1.5.2 Use of supplementary packagings within an outer packaging (e.g. an intermediate packaging or a receptacle inside a required inner packaging) additional to what is required by the packing instructions is authorized provided all relevant requirements are met, including those of 4.1.1.3, and, if appropriate, suitable cushioning is used to prevent movement within the packaging."

and the remaining paragraphs are renumbered accordingly.





4.1.4 List of packing instructions 4.1.4.1 Packing instructions concerning the use of packagings (except IBCs and large

packagings) P001 Insert a new last sentence in subparagraph (a) of PP1 as follows

"On roll-on/roll-off ships the unit loads may be carried in vehicles other than closed vehicles provided they are securely fenced to the full height of the cargo carried;"

P003 Add a new special packing provision PP91 to read as follows:

"PP91 For UN 1044, large fire extinguishers may also be transported unpackaged provided that the requirements of 4.1.3.8.1.1 to 4.1.3.8.1.5 are met, the valves are protected by one of the methods in accordance with 4.1.6.1.8.1 to 4.1.6.1.8.4 and other equipment mounted on the fire extinguisher is protected to prevent accidental activation. For the purpose of this special packing provision, "large fire extinguishers" means fire extinguishers as described in subparagraphs .3 to .5 of special provision 225 of Chapter 3.3."

P114(a) Under Outer Packagings, Drums: Before "fibre (1G)" insert "plywood (1D)". P116 In the column for "outer packagings", amend the first entry for "bags" to read: "woven plastics (5H1, 5H2, 5H3)". Amend special packing provision PP65 to read: "Deleted". P131 and P137 In the entry for "boxes", in the column for "outer packagings" add: "plastics, solid (4H2)". P404 (1) Amend to read as follows: (1) Combination packagings

Outer packagings: (1A1, 1A2, 1B1, 1B2, 1N1, 1N2, 1H1, 1H2, 1D, 1G, 4A, 4B, 4N, 4C1, 4C2, 4D, 4F, 4G or 4H2)

Inner packagings: Metal receptacles with a maximum net mass of 15 kg each. Inner packagings shall be hermetically sealed and have threaded closures;

Glass receptacles, with a maximum net mass of 1 kg each, having threaded closures with gaskets, cushioned on all sides and contained in hermetically sealed metal cans.

Outer packagings shall have a maximum net mass of 125 kg. P501, P502 and P504 Amend the last entry under "Composite packaging" to read as follows:

"Glass receptacle in steel, aluminium, fibre or plywood drum (6PA1, 6PB1, 6PD1 or 6PG1) or in a steel, aluminium, wood or fibreboard box or in wickerwork hamper (6PA2, 6PB2, 6PC, 6PG2 or 6PD2) or in solid or expanded plastics packaging (6PH1 or 6PH2)."

P601 (2) and P602 (2) At the beginning, insert "or plastics" after "consisting of metal".





P650 Amend the diagram in paragraph (4) to read as follows:

P802 (3) Amend to read as follows:

"(3) Composite packagings: Glass receptacle in steel, aluminium or plywood drum (6PA1, 6PB1 or 6PD1) or in a steel, aluminium or wood box or in wickerwork hamper (6PA2, 6PB2, 6PC or 6PD2) or in solid plastics packaging (6PH2); maximum capacity: 60 litres."

P901 After "(see 3.3.1, special provision 251)", insert the following new sentence: "Where the kit contains only dangerous goods to which no packing group is assigned, packagings shall meet Packing Group II performance level." P903 In paragraph (2), replace subparagraphs (a) and (b) with the following subparagraphs (a) to (c):

"(a) Strong outer packagings; (b) Protective enclosures (e.g. fully enclosed or wooden slatted crates); or (c) Pallets or other handling devices."

P904 Amend the diagram to read as follows:

P906 (2) Amend to read as follows:

"(2) For transformers and condensers and other devices:





(a) Packagings in accordance with packing instructions P001 or P002. The articles shall be secured with suitable cushioning material to prevent inadvertent movement during normal conditions of transport; or

(b) Leakproof packagings which are capable of containing, in addition

to the devices, at least 1.25 times the volume of the liquid PCBs, polyhalogenated biphenyls or terphenyls present in them. There shall be sufficient absorbent material in the packagings to absorb at least 1.1 times the volume of liquid which is contained in the devices. In general, transformers and condensers shall be carried in leakproof metal packagings which are capable of holding, in addition to the transformers and condensers, at least 1.25 times the volume of the liquid present in them."

Insert the following new packing instructions:





P208 PACKING INSTRUCTION P208 This instruction applies to Class 2 adsorbed gases. (1) The following packagings are authorized provided the general packing requirements of 4.1.6.1

are met: Cylinders specified in Chapter 6.2 and in accordance with ISO 11513:2011 or ISO 9809-1:2010.

(2) The pressure of each filled cylinder shall be less than 101.3 kPa at 20C and less than 300 kPa at 50C.

(3) The minimum test pressure of the cylinder shall be 21 bar. (4) The minimum burst pressure of the cylinder shall be 94.5 bar. (5) The internal pressure at 65C of the filled cylinder shall not exceed the test pressure of the

cylinder. (6) The adsorbent material shall be compatible with the cylinder and shall not form harmful or

dangerous compounds with the gas to be adsorbed. The gas in combination with the adsorbent material shall not affect or weaken the cylinder or cause a dangerous reaction (e.g. a catalyzing reaction).

(7) The quality of the adsorbent material shall be verified at the time of each fill to assure the pressure and chemical stability requirements of this packing instruction are met each time an adsorbed gas package is offered for transport.

(8) The adsorbent material shall not meet the criteria of any of the Classes or Divisions in this Code. (9) Requirements for cylinders and closures containing toxic gases with an LC50 less than or equal

to 200 ml/m3 (ppm) (see table 1) shall be as follows: (a) Valve outlets shall be fitted with pressure retaining gas-tight plugs or caps having threads

matching those of the valve outlets.

(b) Each valve shall either be of the packless type with non-perforated diaphragm, or be of a type which prevents leakage through or past the packing.

(c) Each cylinder and closure shall be tested for leakage after filling.

(d) Each valve shall be capable of withstanding the test pressure of the cylinder and be directly connected to the cylinder by either a taper-thread or other means which meets the requirements of ISO 10692-2:2001.

(e) Cylinders and valves shall not be fitted with a pressure relief device.

(10) Valve outlets for cylinders containing pyrophoric gases shall be fitted with gas-tight plugs or caps having threads matching those of the valve outlets.

(11) The filling procedure shall be in accordance with Annex A of ISO 11513:2011. (12) The maximum period for periodic inspections shall be 5 years. (13) Special packing provisions that are specific to a substance (see table 1).

Material compatibility

a: Aluminum alloy cylinders shall not be used.

d: When steel cylinders are used, only those bearing the "H" mark in accordance with 6.2.2.7.4 (p) are permitted.

Gas specific provisions

r: The filling ratio of this gas shall be limited such that, if complete decomposition occurs, the pressure does not exceed two thirds of the test pressure of the cylinder.

Material Compatibility for N.O.S Adsorbed Gas Entries

z: The construction materials of the cylinders and their accessories shall be compatible with the contents and shall not react to form harmful or dangerous compounds therewith.





P208 PACKING INSTRUCTION P208 Table 1: ADSORBED GASES

UN No. Name and description Class

or Division Subsidiary

risk LC50 ml/m3

Special packing

provisions

(1) (2) (3) (4) (5) (6) 3510 ADSORBED GAS, FLAMMABLE, N.O.S. 2.1 z 3511 ADSORBED GAS, N.O.S. 2.2 z 3512 ADSORBED GAS, TOXIC, N.O.S. 2.3 ≤ 5000 z 3513 ADSORBED GAS, OXIDIZING, N.O.S. 2.2 5.1 z

3514 ADSORBED GAS, TOXIC, FLAMMABLE, N.O.S. 2.3 2.1 ≤ 5000 z

3515 ADSORBED GAS, TOXIC, OXIDIZING, N.O.S. 2.3 5.1 ≤ 5000 z

3516 ADSORBED GAS, TOXIC, CORROSIVE, N.O.S. 2.3 8 ≤ 5000 z

3517 ADSORBED GAS, TOXIC, FLAMMABLE, CORROSIVE, N.O.S. 2.3 2.1

8 ≤ 5000 z

3518 ADSORBED GAS, TOXIC, OXIDIZING, CORROSIVE, N.O.S. 2.3 5.1

8 ≤ 5000 z

3519 BORON TRIFLUORIDE, ADSORBED 2.3 8 387 a

3520 CHLORINE, ADSORBED 2.3 5.1 8

293 a

3521 SILICON TETRAFLUORIDE, ADSORBED 2.3 8 450 a 3522 ARSINE, ADSORBED 2.3 2.1 20 d 3523 GERMANE, ADSORBED 2.3 2.1 620 d, r

3524 PHOSPHORUS PENTAFLUORIDE, ADSORBED 2.3 8 190

3525 PHOSPHINE, ADSORBED 2.3 2.1 20 d 3526 HYDROGEN SELENIDE, ADSORBED 2.3 2.1 2





P505 PACKING INSTRUCTION P505 This instruction applies to UN No. 3375 The following packagings are authorized, provided that the general provisions of 4.1.1 and 4.1.3 are met:

Combination packagings: Inner packaging

maximum capacity

Outer packaging

maximum net mass

Boxes (4B, 4C1, 4C2, 4D, 4G, 4H2) or drums (1B2, 1G, 1N2, 1H2, 1D) jerricans (3B2, 3H2) with glass, plastics or metal inner packagings

5 l 125 kg

Single packagings: Maximum capacity Drums aluminium (1B1, 1B2), plastics (1H1, 1H2)

250 l 250 l

Jerricans aluminium (3B1, 3B2), plastics (3H1, 3H2)

60 l 60 l

Composite packagings plastics receptacle with outer aluminium drum (6HB1) 250 l plastics receptacle with outer fibre, plastics or plywood drum (6HG1, 6HH1, 6HD1)

250 l

plastics receptacle with outer aluminium crate or box or plastics receptacle with outer wooden, plywood, fibreboard or solid plastics box (6HB2, 6HC, 6HD2, 6HG2, 6HH2)

60 l

glass receptacle with outer aluminium, fibre or plywood drum (6PB1, 6PG1, 6PD1) or with outer expanded plastics or solid plastics receptacles (6PH1, 6PH2) or with outer aluminium crate or box or with outer wooden or fibreboard box or with outer wickerwork hamper (6PB2, 6PC, 6PG2, 6PD2)

60 l

P805 PACKING INSTRUCTION P805 This instruction applies to UN 3507.

The following packagings are authorized provided that the general provisions of 4.1.1 and 4.1.3 and the special packing provisions of 4.1.9.1.2, 4.1.9.1.4 and 4.1.9.1.7 are met:

Packagings consisting of:

(a) Metal or plastics primary receptacle(s); in

(b) Leakproof rigid secondary packaging(s); in

(c) A rigid outer packaging:

Drums (1A2, 1B2, 1N2, 1H2, 1D, 1G);

Boxes (4A, 4B, 4C1, 4C2, 4D, 4F, 4G, 4H1, 4H2);

Jerricans (3A2, 3B2, 3H2).

Additional requirements:

1. Primary inner receptacles shall be packed in secondary packagings in a way that, under normal conditions of transport, they cannot break, be punctured or leak their contents into the secondary packaging. Secondary packagings shall be secured in outer packagings with suitable cushioning material to prevent movement. If multiple primary receptacles are placed in a single secondary packaging, they shall be either individually wrapped or separated so as to prevent contact between them.





P805 PACKING INSTRUCTION P805 2. The contents shall comply with the provisions of 2.7.2.4.5.2;

3. The provisions of 6.4.4 shall be met.

Special packing provision:

In the case of fissile-excepted material, limits specified in 2.7.2.3.5 and 6.4.11.2 shall be met.

P908 PACKING INSTRUCTION P908 This instruction applies to UN Nos. 3090, 3091, 3480 and 3481. The following packagings are authorized for damaged or defective lithium ion cells and batteries and lithium metal cells and batteries including those contained in equipment, provided the general provisions of 4.1.1 and 4.1.3 are met: For cells and batteries and equipment containing cells and batteries: Drums (1A2, 1B2, 1N2, 1H2, 1D, 1G) Boxes (4A, 4B, 4N, 4C1, 4C2, 4D, 4F, 4G, 4H1, 4H2) Jerricans (3A2, 3B2, 3H2) Packagings shall conform to the packing group II performance level.

1. Each cell or battery or equipment containing such cells or batteries shall be individually packed in inner packaging and placed inside of an outer packaging. The inner packaging or outer packaging shall be leak-proof to prevent the potential release of electrolyte.

2. Each inner packaging shall be surrounded by sufficient non-combustible and non-conductive thermal insulation material to protect against a dangerous evolution of heat.

3. Sealed packagings shall be fitted with a venting device when appropriate.

4. Appropriate measures shall be taken to minimize the effects of vibrations and shocks, prevent movement of the cells or batteries within the package that may lead to further damage and a dangerous condition during transport. Cushioning material that is non-combustible and non-conductive may also be used to meet this requirement.

5. Non combustibility shall be assessed according to a standard recognized in the country where the packaging is designed or manufactured.

For leaking cells or batteries, sufficient inert absorbent material shall be added to the inner or outer packaging to absorb any release of electrolyte. A cell or battery with a net mass of more than 30 kg shall be limited to one cell or battery per outer packaging. Additional requirements: Cells or batteries shall be protected against short circuit.





P909 PACKING INSTRUCTION P909 This instruction applies to UN Nos. 3090, 3091, 3480 and 3481 transported for disposal or recycling, either packed together with or packed without non-lithium batteries:

(1) Cells and batteries shall be packed in accordance with the following: (a) The following packagings are authorized, provided that the general provisions of 4.1.1 and 4.1.3,

are met: Drums (1A2, 1B2, 1N2, 1H2, 1D, 1G); Boxes (4A, 4B, 4N, 4C1, 4C2, 4D, 4F, 4G, 4H2); and Jerricans (3A2, 3B2, 3H2).

(b) Packagings shall conform to the packing group II performance level. (c) Metal packagings shall be fitted with a non-conductive lining material (e.g. plastics) of adequate

strength for the intended use. (2) However, lithium ion cells with a Watt-hour rating of not more than 20 Wh, lithium ion batteries with a

Watt-hour rating of not more than 100 Wh, lithium metal cells with a lithium content of not more than 1 g and lithium metal batteries with an aggregate lithium content of not more than 2 g may be packed in accordance with the following:

(a) In strong outer packaging up to 30 kg gross mass meeting the general provisions of 4.1.1, except 4.1.1.3, and 4.1.3.

(b) Metal packagings shall be fitted with a non-conductive lining material (e.g. plastics) of adequate strength for the intended use.

(3) For cells or batteries contained in equipment, strong outer packagings constructed of suitable material, and of adequate strength and design in relation to the packaging capacity and its intended use, may be used. Packagings need not meet the requirements of 4.1.1.3. Large equipment may be offered for transport unpackaged or on pallets when the cells or batteries are afforded equivalent protection by the equipment in which they are contained.

(4) In addition, for cells or batteries with a gross mass of 12 kg or more employing a strong, impact resistant outer casing, strong outer packagings constructed of suitable material and of adequate strength and design in relation to the packagings capacity and its intended use, may be used. Packagings need not meet the requirements of 4.1.1.3.

Additional requirements: 1. Cells and batteries shall be designed or packed to prevent short circuits and the dangerous evolution of heat. 2. Protection against short circuits and the dangerous evolution of heat includes, but is not limited to:

-individual protection of the battery terminals, -inner packaging to prevent contact between cells and batteries, -batteries with recessed terminals designed to protect against short circuits, or -the use of a non-conductive and non-combustible cushioning material to fill empty space between the cells or batteries in the packaging.

3. Cells and batteries shall be secured within the outer packaging to prevent excessive movement during transport (e.g. by using a non-combustible and non-conductive cushioning material or through the use of a tightly closed plastics bag).

4.1.4.2 Packing instructions concerning the use of IBCs In IBC02, insert the following new special provision B16: "B16 For UN 3375, IBCs of type 31A and 31N are not allowed without competent authority approval." In IBC04, replace "and 21N" with ", 21N, 31A, 31B and 31N".





In IBC05 (1), replace "and 21N" with ", 21N, 31A, 31B and 31N". In IBC05 (2), replace "and 21H2" with ", 21H2, 31H1 and 31H2". In IBC05 (3), replace "and 21HZ1" with ", 21HZ1 and 31HZ1". In IBC06 (1), IBC07 (1) and IBC08 (1), replace "and 21N" with ", 21N, 31A, 31B and 31N". In IBC06 (2), IBC07 (2) and IBC08 (2), replace "and 21H2" with ", 21H2, 31H1 and 31H2". In IBC06 (3), IBC07 (3) and IBC08 (3), replace "and 21HZ2" with "21HZ2 and 31HZ1". IBC100, in the first line of packing instruction IBC100, insert "0222" after "0082". Insert the following special packing provisions:

"B2 For UN No. 0222 in IBCs other than metal or rigid plastics IBCs, the IBCs shall be transported in closed cargo transport units."

"B3 For UN No. 0222, flexible IBCs shall be sift-proof and water resistant or

shall be fitted with a sift-proof and water resistant liner." "B17 For UN No. 0222, metal IBCs are not authorized."

4.1.4.3 Special packing instructions concerning the use of large packagings Insert the following new packing instructions: LP903 PACKING INSTRUCTION LP903 This instruction applies to UN Nos. 3090, 3091, 3480 and 3481 The following large packagings are authorized for a single battery, including for a battery contained in equipment, provided that the general provisions of 4.1.1 and 4.1.3 are met: Rigid large packagings conforming to the packing group II performance level, made of:

steel (50A); aluminium (50B); metal other than steel or aluminium (50N); rigid plastics (50H); natural wood (50C); plywood (50D); reconstituted wood (50F); rigid fibreboard (50G).

The battery shall be packed so that the battery is protected against damage that may be caused by its movement or placement within the large packaging. Additional requirement: Batteries shall be protected against short circuit.





LP904 PACKING INSTRUCTION LP904 This instruction applies to UN Nos. 3090, 3091, 3480 and 3481 The following large packagings are authorized for a single damaged or defective battery and for a single damaged or defective battery contained in equipment, provided the general provisions of 4.1.1 and 4.1.3 are met For batteries and equipment containing batteries:

steel (50A) aluminium (50B) metal other than steel or aluminium (50N) rigid plastics (50H) plywood (50D)

Packagings shall conform to the packing group II performance level.

1. Each battery or equipment containing such battery shall be individually packed in an inner packaging and placed inside of an outer packaging. The inner packaging or outer packaging shall be leak-proof to prevent the potential release of electrolyte.

2. Each inner packaging shall be surrounded by sufficient non-combustible and non-conductive thermal insulation material to protect against a dangerous evolution of heat.

3. Sealed packagings shall be fitted with a venting device when appropriate. 4. Appropriate measures shall be taken to minimize the effects of vibrations and shocks, prevent

movement of the battery within the package that may lead to further damage and a dangerous condition during transport. Cushioning material that is non-combustible and non-conductive may also be used to meet this requirement.

5. Non combustibility shall be assessed according to a standard recognized in the country where the packaging is designed or manufactured. For leaking batteries, sufficient inert absorbent material shall be added to the inner or outer packaging to absorb any release of electrolyte. Additional requirements:

Batteries shall be protected against short circuit. 4.1.6 Special packing provisions for goods of class 2 4.1.6.1 General provisions

4.1.6.1.2 Replace "ISO 11114-1:1997" with "ISO 11114-1:2012".

4.1.9 Special packing provisions for class 7 4.1.9.1 General 4.1.9 Amend the title to read "Special packing provisions for radioactive material" 4.1.9.1.3 Delete ", other than an excepted package,". 4.1.9.1.6 Amend the introductory sentence to read as follows:

"Before a packaging is first used to transport radioactive material, it shall be confirmed that it has been manufactured in conformity with the design specifications to ensure compliance with the relevant provisions of is Code and any applicable certificate of approval. The following requirements shall also be fulfilled, if applicable:".





In subparagraph .1, replace "package" with "packaging".

In subparagraph .2, amend the beginning of the sentence to read as follows:

"For each packaging intended for use as a Type B(U), Type B(M) or Type C package and for each packaging intended to contain fissile material …".

In subparagraph.3, amend the text to read as follows:

".3 For each packaging intended to contain fissile material, it shall be ensured

that the effectiveness of the criticality safety features is within the limits applicable to or specified for the design and in particular where, in order to comply with the requirements of 6.4.11.1 neutron poisons are specifically included, checks shall be performed to confirm the presence and distribution of those neutron poisons."

4.1.9.1.7 Insert a new paragraph to read as follows:

"4.1.9.1.7 Before each shipment of any package, it shall be ensured that the

package contains neither:

.1 Radionuclides different from those specified for the package design; nor

.2 Contents in a form, or physical or chemical state different

from those specified for the package design."

Current paragraphs 4.1.9.1.7 to 4.1.9.1.11 become new paragraphs 4.1.9.1.8 to 4.1.9.1.12. 4.1.9.1.8 (former 4.1.9.1.7) Amend to read as follows:

"4.1.9.1.8 Before each shipment of any package, it shall be ensured that all the

requirements specified in the relevant provisions of this Code and in the applicable certificates of approval have been fulfilled. The following requirements shall also be fulfilled, if applicable:

.1 It shall be ensured that lifting attachments which do not meet the

requirements of 6.4.2.2 have been removed or otherwise rendered incapable of being used for lifting the package, in accordance with 6.4.2.3;

.2 Each Type B(U), Type B(M) and Type C package shall be held

until equilibrium conditions have been approached closely enough to demonstrate compliance with the requirements for temperature and pressure unless an exemption from these requirements has received unilateral approval;

.3 For each Type B(U), Type B(M) and Type C package, it shall be

ensured by inspection and/or appropriate tests that all closures, valves and other openings of the containment system through which the radioactive contents might escape are properly closed and, where appropriate, sealed in the manner for which the demonstrations of compliance with the requirements of 6.4.8.8 and 6.4.10.3 were made;





.4 For packages containing fissile material the measurement specified in 6.4.11.5 (b) and the tests to demonstrate closure of each package as specified in 6.4.11.8 shall be performed."

4.1.9.2 Provisions and controls for transport of LSA material and SCO 4.1.9.2.2 Amend to read as follows:

"4.1.9.2.2 For LSA material and SCO which are or contain fissile material, which is not excepted under 2.7.2.3.5, the applicable requirements of 7.1.4.5.15 and 7.1.4.5.16 shall be met."

4.1.9.2.3 Insert a new paragraph 4.1.9.2.3 to read as follows:

"4.1.9.2.3 For LSA material and SCO which are or contain fissile material, the applicable requirements of 6.4.11.1 shall be met."

and current paragraphs 4.1.9.2.3 and 4.1.9.2.4 become new paragraphs 4.1.9.2.4 and 4.1.9.2.5 respectively. Table 4.1.9.2.4 is renumbered as 4.1.9.2.5. 4.1.9.2.4 (former 4.1.9.2.3) In .2, delete "and" at the end. Add a new subparagraph .4 to read as follows:

".4 Unpackaged fissile material shall meet the requirements of 2.7.2.3.5.5"

4.1.9.2.5 (former 4.1.9.2.4) Replace "4.1.9.2.3" with "4.1.9.2.4" and "table 4.1.9.2.4" with "table 4.1.9.2.5". Table 4.1.9.2.5 In note "a" under the table replace "4.1.9.2.3" with "4.1.9.2.4".

4.1.9.3 Packages containing fissile material 4.1.9.3 Amend to read as follows:

"4.1.9.3 The contents of packages containing fissile material shall be as specified

for the package design either directly in the provisions of this Code or in the certificate of approval."

Chapter 4.2 – Use of portable tanks and multiple-element gas containers (MEGCs) 4.2.5 Portable tank instructions and special provisions 4.2.5.2.6 Portable tank instructions 4.2.5.2.6 Amend the header to the tabulated portable tank instructions for T1 – T22 to read as follows:

"These portable tank instructions apply to liquid and solid substances of Class 1 and Classes 3 to 9. The general provisions of section 4.2.1 and the requirements of section 6.7.2 shall be met."

4.2.5.2.6 In tank instruction T23, at the end of footnote § add: ""CORROSIVE" subsidiary risk placard required (Model No 8, see 5.2.2.2.2)."





4.2.5.3 Portable tank special provisions 4.2.5.3 In special provision TP32, paragraph (b), at the beginning, insert "For UN 3375 only,". 4.2.5.3 Add the following new portable tank special provision:

"TP41 The 2.5 year internal examination may be waived or substituted by other test methods or inspection procedures specified by the competent authority or its authorized body, provided that the portable tank is dedicated to the transport of the organometallic substances to which this tank special provision is assigned. However this examination is required when the conditions of 6.7.2.19.7 are met."

PART 5 CONSIGNMENT PROCEDURES

Chapter 5.1 – General provisions 5.1.2 Use of overpacks and unit loads 5.1.2.1 Add the following new sentence and note at the end:

"The lettering of the "OVERPACK" marking shall be at least 12 mm high. Note: The size requirement for the "OVERPACK" marking shall apply as from 1 January 2016."

5.1.3 Empty uncleaned packagings or units 5.1.3.2 Replace "Packagings, including IBCs, and tanks" with "Freight containers, tanks, IBCs, as well as other packagings and overpacks,".

5.1.5 General provisions for class 7 5.1.5.1 Approval of shipments and notification 5.1.5.1.1 General 5.1.5.1.1 In the first sentence replace "for package designs" with "of package designs".

5.1.5.1.2 Shipment approvals 5.1.5.1.2 In subparagraph .4 replace "according to" with "in accordance with".

5.1.5.1.4 Notifications 5.1.5.1.4 In subparagraph .3 replace "for shipment approval" with "for approval of shipment (see 6.4.23.2)".

5.1.5.2 Certificates issued by competent authority





5.1.5.2.1 In .1, insert a new subparagraph .3 to read as follows:

".3 fissile material excepted under 2.7.2.3.5.6;".

and consequently, current subparagraphs .3 to .6 are renumbered as .4 to .7. 5.1.5.2.1 In subparagraph .5 (former .4) delete "all" and "replace "6.4.11.2" with "2.7.2.3.5, 6.4.11.2 or 6.4.11.3". 5.1.5.2.1 Insert new .4 and .5 to read as follows:

".4 Determination of the basic radionuclide values referred to in 2.7.2.2.1

for individual radionuclides which are not listed in table 2.7.2.2.1 (see 2.7.2.2.2 .1);

.5 Alternative activity limits for an exempt consignment of instruments or

articles (see 2.7.2.2.2.2);. 5.1.5.2.1 Amend the second paragraph after subparagraphs .1 to .5 to read as follows:

"The certificates of approval for the package design and the shipment may be combined into a single certificate."

5.1.5.2.3 In the first sentence, amend the beginning of the sentence to read:

"For package designs where it is not required that a competent authority issue a certificate of approval, the consignor …"

5.1.5.3 Determination of transport index (TI) and criticality safety index (CSI) 5.1.5.3.4 In the first sentence, replace "and overpacks" with ", overpacks and freight containers". In subparagraph .1, replace (twice) "or overpack" with ", overpack or freight container". In subparagraph.5, insert "or freight container" after "overpack". In the table in 5.1.5.3.4, replace "and overpacks" with ", overpacks and freight containers" and in note "b" to the table insert at end "except for freight containers (see table 7.1.4.5.3)". 5.1.5.3.5 Replace "design or shipment approval" with "approval of design or shipment".

5.1.5.4 Specific provisions for excepted packages 5.1.5.4 Amend the title to read "Specific provisions for excepted packages of radioactive material of Class 7". 5.1.5.4.1 After "excepted packages", insert "of radioactive material of Class 7".






"5.1.5.4.2 The documentation requirements of Chapter 5.4 do not apply to excepted packages of radioactive material of Class 7, except that:

.1 The UN number preceded by the letters "UN" and the name

and address of the consignor and the consignee and, if relevant, the identification mark for each competent authority certificate of approval (see 5.4.1.5.7.1 7.) shall be shown on a transport document such as a bill of lading, air waybill or other similar document complying with the requirements of 5.4.1.2.1 to 5.4.1.2.4;

.2 The requirements of 5.4.1.6.2 and, if relevant, those

of 5.4.1.5.7.1.7, 5.4.1.5.7.3 and 5.4.1.5.7.4 shall apply; .3 The requirements of 5.4.2 and 5.4.4 shall apply."

5.1.5.4.3 Insert a new paragraph to read as follows:

"5.1.5.4.3 The requirements of 5.2.1.5.8 and 5.2.2.1.12.5 shall apply if relevant."

5.1.5.5 Specific provisions for the consignment of fissile material Insert a new section 5.1.5.5 as follows:

"5.1.5.5 Specific provisions for the consignment of fissile material Fissile material meeting one of the provisions of 2.7.2.3.5.1 to 2.7.2.3.5.6 shall meet the following requirements: .1 Only one of the provisions of 2.7.2.3.5.1 to 2.7.2.3.5.6 is allowed per

consignment; .2 Only one approved fissile material in packages classified in accordance

with 2.7.2.3.5.6 is allowed per consignment unless multiple materials are authorized in the certificate of approval;

.3 Fissile material in packages classified in accordance with 2.7.2.3.5.3

shall be transported in a consignment with no more than 45 g of fissile nuclides;

.4 Fissile material in packages classified in accordance with 2.7.2.3.5.4

shall be transported in a consignment with no more than 15 g of fissile nuclides;

.5 Unpackaged or packaged fissile material classified in accordance

with 2.7.2.3.5.5 shall be transported under exclusive use on a conveyance with no more than 45 g of fissile nuclides."





Chapter 5.2 – Marking and labelling of packages including IBCs 5.2.1 Marking of packages including IBCs 5.2.1.1 Amend the second sentence to read as follows:

"The UN number and the letters "UN" shall be at least 12 mm high, except for packages of 30 litres capacity or less or of 30 kg maximum net mass and for cylinders of 60 litres water capacity when they shall be at least 6 mm in height and except for packages of 5 litres or 5 kg or less when they shall be of an appropriate size."

5.2.1.3 Add the following new sentence and note at the end:

"The lettering of the "SALVAGE" marking shall be at least 12 mm high.

NOTE: The size requirement for the "SALVAGE" marking shall apply as from 1 January 2016."

5.2.1.5 Special marking provisions for class 7 5.2.1.5 Replace "for Class 7" with "for radioactive material". 5.2.1.5.1 Insert the following sentence at the end:

"Each overpack shall be legibly and durably marked on the outside of the overpack with an identification of either the consignor or consignee, or both unless these markings of all packages within the overpack are clearly visible."

5.2.1.5.2 After "excepted packages" insert "of radioactive material of Class 7". 5.2.1.5.5 Amend the introductory sentence to read as follows:

"Each package which conforms to a design approved under one or more of paragraphs 5.1.5.2.1, 6.4.22.1 to 6.4.22.4, 6.4.23.4 to 6.4.23.7 and 6.4.24.2 shall be legibly and durably marked on the outside of the package with the following information:"

5.2.1.5.5 Amend .3 to read as follows:

".3 "Type B(U)", "Type B(M)" or "Type C", in the case of a Type B(U), Type B(M) or Type C package design"

5.2.1.5.5 Delete subparagraph 4. 5.2.1.5.7 Replace "4.1.9.2.3" with "4.1.9.2.4". 5.2.1.5.8 Replace "competent authority design or shipment approval" with "competent authority approval of design or shipment".

5.2.1.6 Special marking provisions for marine pollutants 5.2.1.6.1 Replace existing paragraph with the following:

"5.2.1.6.1 "Except as provided in 2.10.2.7, packages containing marine pollutants meeting the criteria of 2.9.3 shall be durably marked with the marine pollutant mark."





5.2.1.6.3 Amend 5.2.1.6.3 and figure to read as follows:

"5.2.1.6.3 The marine pollutant mark shall be as shown in the figure below.

Marine Pollutant Mark The marking shall be in the form of a square set at an angle of 45° (diamond-shaped). The symbol (fish and tree) shall be black on white or suitable contrasting background. The minimum dimensions shall be 100 mm x 100 mm and the minimum width of line forming the diamond shall be 2 mm. If the size of the package so requires, the dimensions/line thickness may be reduced, provided the marking remains clearly visible. Where dimensions are not specified, all features shall be in approximate proportion to those shown. NOTE 1: The labelling provisions of 5.2.2 apply in addition to any requirement for packages to bear the marine pollutant mark. NOTE 2: The provisions of 5.2.1.6.3 of IMDG Code (Amendment 36-12) may continue to be applied until 31 December 2016."

5.2.1.7 Amend the figures and caption below to read as follows:

"

Two black or red arrows on white or suitable contrasting background.

The rectangular border is optional All features shall be in approximate proportion to those shown."

or





5.2.2 Labelling of packages including IBCs 5.2.2.1 Labelling provisions 5.2.2.1.12 Special provisions for the labelling of radioactive material 5.2.2.1.12.1 Amend the first and second sentences to read as follows:

"Except when enlarged labels are used in accordance with 5.3.1.1.5.1, each package, overpack and freight container containing radioactive material shall bear the labels conforming to the applicable models Nos. 7A, 7B or 7C, according to the appropriate category. Labels shall be affixed to two opposite sides on the outside of the package or overpack or on the outside of all four sides of a freight container or tank."

5.2.2.1.12.1 In the fourth sentence amend "under 6.4.11.2" read "under the provisions of 2.7.2.3.5", replace "which conform to model" with "conforming to model"; replace the last phrase of the fourth sentence with the following:

"such labels, where applicable shall be affixed adjacent to the labels conforming to the applicable model Nos. 7A, 7B or 7C."

5.2.2.1.12.2 In the introductory sentence, replace "Nos. 7A, 7B and 7C" with "the applicable model No. 7A, 7B or 7C". 5.2.2.1.12.2 In .2, amend the last sentence to read as follows:

"For fissile material, the total mass of fissile nuclides in units of grams (g), or multiples thereof, may be used in place of activity".


"5.2.2.1.12.3 Each label conforming to the model No. 7E shall be completed with the criticality safety index (CSI) as stated in the certificate of approval applicable in the countries through or into which the consignment is transported and issued by the competent authority or as specified in 6.4.11.2 or 6.4.11.3."


"5.2.2.1.12.4 For overpacks and freight containers, the label conforming to model No. 7E shall bear the sum of the criticality safety indexes of all the packages contained therein".

5.2.2.1.12.5 Replace "competent authority design or shipment approval" with "competent authority approval of design or shipment".

5.2.2.2 Provisions for labels 5.2.2.2.1.1 Amend to read as follows:

"5.2.2.2.1.1 Labels shall be configured as shown in the figure below:





Class/division label * The class or, for divisions 5.1 and 5.2, the Division number shall be shown in the

bottom corner ** Additional text/numbers/letters shall (if mandatory) or may (if optional) be shown in

this bottom half *** The class or division symbol or, for divisions 1.4, 1.5 and 1.6, the division number

and for Model No 7E the word "FISSILE" shall be shown in this top half".

5.2.2.2.1.1.1 Labels shall be displayed on a background of contrasting colour, or shall have either a dotted or solid outer boundary line. 5.2.2.2.1.1.2 The label shall be in the form of a square set at an angle of 45° (diamond-shaped). The minimum dimensions shall be 100 mm x 100 mm and the minimum width of the line inside the edge forming the diamond shall be 2 mm. The line inside the edge shall be parallel and 5 mm from the outside of that line to the edge of the label. The line inside the edge on the upper half of the label shall be the same colour as the symbol and the line inside the edge on the lower half of the label shall be the same colour as the class or division number in the bottom corner. Where dimensions are not specified, all features shall be in approximate proportion to those shown. 5.2.2.2.1.1.3 If the size of the package so requires the dimensions may be reduced, provided the symbols and other elements of the label remain clearly visible. The line inside the edge shall remain 5 mm to the edge of the label. The minimum width of the line inside the edge shall remain 2 mm. Dimensions for cylinders shall comply with 5.2.2.2.1.2. NOTE: The provisions of 5.2.2.2.1.1 of the IMDG Code (Amendment 36-12) may continue to be applied until 31 December 2016. When so applied, 5.2.2.2.1.1.1, 5.2.2.2.1.1.2 and 5.2.2.2.1.1.3 shall not apply until 31 December 2016."





5.2.2.2.2 Specimen Labels 5.2.2.2.2 Insert a new "note" under the heading as follows:

"Note: Labels shall satisfy the provisions below and conform, in terms of colour, symbols and general format, to the models shown in 5.2.2.2.2. Corresponding models required for other modes of transport, with minor variations which do not affect the obvious meaning of the label, are also acceptable."

The following symbols within the IMDG Code, should be replaced by those used by the UN Recommendations:

Class 2.1, Class 2.3, No. 3, No. 4, Class 4.3, Class 5.1, Class 5.2, Class 6 and Class 8.

Chapter 5.3 – Placarding and marking of cargo transport units 5.3.1 Placarding 5.3.1.1 Placarding provisions 5.3.1.1.4 Placarding requirements 5.3.1.1.4.1 Replace the existing subparagraph ".1" with the following:

".1 a freight container, semi-trailer or portable tank: one on each side and one on each end of the unit. Portable tanks having a capacity of less than 3,000 litres may be placarded or, alternatively, may be labeled instead, on only two opposite sides."

5.3.1.1.5 Special provisions for class 7 5.3.1.1.5.1 Amend the last sentence to read as follows:

"Instead of using both labels and placards, it is permitted as an alternative to use enlarged labels only, as shown in label models Nos. 7A, 7B and 7C, except having the minimum size shown in figure 5.3.1."

5.3.1.1.5.2 In the introductory sentence replace "No." with "Nos.", "or 7E" with "and 7E" and "(Model 7D)" with "(model No.7D)".

5.3.1.2 Specifications for placards 5.3.1.2.1 Amend to read as follows:

"5.3.1.2.1 Except as provided in 5.3.1.2.2 for the Class 7 placard, and in 5.3.2.3.2 for the marine pollutant mark, a placard shall be configured as shown in the figure below.





Placard (except for class 7)

The placard shall be in the form of a square set at an angle of 45° (diamond-shaped). The minimum dimensions shall be 250 mm x 250 mm (to the edge of the placard). The line inside the edge shall be parallel and 12.5 mm from the outside of that line to the edge of the placard. The symbol and line inside the edge shall correspond in colour to the label for the class or division of the dangerous goods in question. The class or division symbol/numeral shall be positioned and sized in proportion to those prescribed in 5.2.2.2 for the corresponding class or division of the dangerous goods in question. The placard shall display the number of the class or division (and for goods in Class 1, the compatibility group letter) of the dangerous goods in question in the manner prescribed in 5.2.2.2 for the corresponding label, in digits not less than 25 mm high. Where dimensions are not specified, all features shall be in approximate proportion to those shown. NOTE: The provisions of 5.3.1.2.1 from the IMDG Code (amendment 36-12) may continue to be applied until 31 December 2016."

5.3.2 Marking of cargo transport units 5.3.2.0.2 Insert a new second new sentence as follows:

"This may be reduced to 12 mm for portable tank containers with a capacity of less than 3,000 litres."

5.3.2.2 Elevated temperature substances 5.3.2.2.1 Amend to read as follows:

"5.3.2.2.1 Cargo transport units containing a substance that is transported or offered for transport in a liquid state at a temperature equal to or exceeding 100°C, in a solid state at a temperature equal to or exceeding 240°C shall bear on each side and on each end the mark shown in the figure below.





Mark for transport at elevated temperature

The marking shall be an equilateral triangle. The colour of the mark shall be red. The minimum dimension of the sides shall be 250 mm except for portable tanks with a capacity of less than 3,000 litres where the sides may be reduced to 100 mm. Where dimensions are not specified, all features shall be in approximate proportion to those shown. Note: The provisions of 5.3.2.2 of the IMDG Code (Amendment 36-12) may continue to be applied until 31 December 2016."

5.3.2.3 Marine pollutant mark 5.3.2.3 Replace existing paragraph under 5.3.2.3 with the following:

"5.3.2.3.1 Except as provided in 2.10.2.7, cargo transport units containing marine pollutants shall clearly display the marine pollutant mark in locations indicated in 5.3.1.1.4.1"

5.3.2.3.2 The marine pollutant mark for cargo transport units shall be as described

in 5.2.1.6.3, except that the minimum dimensions shall be 250 mm x 250 mm. For portable tanks with a capacity of less than 3,000 litres, the dimensions may be reduced to 100 mm x 100 mm."

Chapter 5.4 – Documentation 5.4.1 Dangerous goods transport information 5.4.1.4.3 Information which supplements the Proper Shipping Name in the dangerous goods description 5.4.1.4.3 Replace existing subparagraph ".5" with the following:

".5 Marine pollutants: Except as provided in 2.10.2.7, if the goods to be transported are marine pollutants, the goods shall be identified as "MARINE POLLUTANT", and for generic or "not otherwise specified" (N.O.S.) entries the Proper Shipping Name shall be supplemented with





the recognized chemical name of the marine pollutant (see 3.1.2.9). The term "MARINE POLLUTANT" may be supplemented with the term "ENVIRONMENTALLY HAZARDOUS";

5.4.1.5 Information required in addition to the dangerous goods description 5.4.1.5.7 Radioactive material 5.4.1.5.7.1 Amend subparagraph .6 to read as follows:

".6 For fissile material:

(i) Shipped under one exception of 2.7.2.3.5.1 to 2.7.2.3.5.6,

reference to that paragraph; (ii) Shipped under 2.7.2.3.5.1 to 2.7.2.3.5.5, the total mass of

fissile nuclides;

(iii) Contained in a package for which one of 6.4.11.2 (a) to (c) or 6.4.11.3 is applied, reference to that paragraph;

(iv) The criticality safety index, where applicable."

5.4.1.5.7.1 In subparagraph .7, replace "competent authority approval certificate" with "competent authority certificate of approval" and insert "fissile material excepted under 2.7.2.3.5.6," before "special arrangement". 5.4.1.5.7.3 Replace "competent authorities design or shipment approval" with "competent authority approval of design or shipment".

5.4.1.6 Certification 5.4.1.6.1 In the text of the certification, after "above", insert "/ below*". and insert the following footnote:

"* as appropriate". 5.4.1.5.12 Transport of solid dangerous goods in bulk containers 5.4.1.5.12 At the end replace the sentence "Bulk container BK2 approved by the competent authority of …" with the following:

"Bulk container BK(x) approved by the competent authority of …".

and at the end insert the following note:

Note: "(x)" shall be replaced with "1" or "2", as appropriate.





5.4.2 Container/vehicle packing certificate 5.4.2.1.8 Amend to read as follows:

".8 When substances presenting a risk of asphyxiation are used for cooling or conditioning purposes (such as dry ice (UN 1845) or nitrogen, refrigerated liquid (UN 1977) or argon, refrigerated liquid (UN 1951)), the container/vehicle is externally marked in accordance with 5.5.3.6; and".

5.4.3 Documentation required aboard the ship 5.4.3.1 The footnote reference in the paragraph "* FAL.2/Circ.52/Rev.1 may be used for this purpose" is replaced with "Resolution FAL. 10(35), adopted on 16 January 2009, amendments to the annex to the convention on facilitation of international maritime traffic, 1965". Chapter 5.5 – Special provisions 5.5.2.3 Marking and placarding Amend 5.5.2.3.2 as follows:

"5.5.2.3.2 The fumigation warning mark shall be as shown in the figure below.

Fumigation warning mark

The marking shall be a rectangle. The minimum dimensions shall be 400 mm wide x 300 mm high and the minimum width of the outer line shall be 2 mm. The marking shall be in black print on a white background with lettering not less than 25 mm high. Where dimensions are not specified, all features shall be in approximate proportion to those shown. Note: The provisions of 5.5.2.3.2 of the IMDG Code (Amendment 36-12) may continue to be applied until 31 December 2016."

* Insert details as appropriate

DANGER

THIS UNIT IS UNDER FUMIGATION

WITH ( fumigant name* ) APPLIED ON ( date* ) ( time* ) VENTILATED ON ( date* )

DO NOT ENTER

Minimum dimension 400 mm

Min

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dim

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5.5.3 Special provisions applicable to packages and cargo transport units containing substances presenting a risk of asphyxiation when used for cooling or conditioning purposes (such as dry ice (UN 1845) or nitrogen, refrigerated liquid (UN 1977) or argon, refrigerated liquid (UN 1951))

5.5.3.1 Scope 5.5.3 Add a new subparagraph 5.5.3.1.4 to read as follows:

"5.5.3.1.4 Cargo transport units containing substances used for cooling or conditioning purposes include cargo transport units containing substances used for cooling or conditioning purposes inside packages as well as cargo transport units with unpackaged substances used for cooling or conditioning purposes."

5.5.3.2 General 5.5.3.2.2 Amend the first sentence as follows:

"5.5.3.2.2 When dangerous goods are loaded in cargo transport units containing

substances used for cooling or conditioning purposes any provisions of these Regulations relevant to these dangerous goods apply in addition to the provisions of this section."


"5.5.3.2.4 Persons engaged in the handling or transport of cargo transport units containing substances used for cooling or conditioning purposes shall be trained commensurate with their responsibilities."

5.5.3.6 Marking of cargo transport units 5.5.3.6.1 Add "purposes" after "cooling or conditioning" in the first sentence. 5.5.3.6.2 Amend paragraph to read as follows:

"5.5.3.6.2 The warning mark shall be as shown in the figure below





Coolant/conditioning warning mark for cargo transport units

* Insert proper shipping name of the coolant/conditioner. The lettering shall be in capitals, all be on one line and shall be at least 25 mm high. If the length of the proper shipping name is too long to fit in the space provided, the lettering may be reduced to the maximum size possible to fit. For example: CARBON DIOXIDE, SOLID.

** Insert "AS COOLANT" or "AS CONDITIONER" as appropriate. The lettering shall be in capitals, all be on one line and be at least 25 mm high.

The marking shall be a rectangle. The minimum dimensions shall be 150 mm wide x 250 mm high. The word "WARNING" shall be in red or white and be at least 25 mm high. Where dimensions are not specified, all features shall be in approximate proportion to those shown. NOTE: The provisions of 5.5.3.6.2 of the IMDG Code (Amendment 36-12) may continue to be applied until 31 December 2016."

5.5.3.7 Documentation 5.5.3.7.1 Replace "that have been cooled or conditioned" with "containing or have contained substances used for cooling or conditioning purposes".





PART 6 CONSTRUCTION AND TESTING OF PACKAGINGS, INTERMEDIATE BULK

CONTAINERS (IBCs), LARGE PACKAGINGS, PORTABLE TANKS, MULTIPLE-ELEMENT GAS CONTAINERS (MEGCs)

AND ROAD TANK VEHICLES

Chapter 6.1 – Provisions for the construction and testing of packagings (other than for class 6.2 substances)

6.1.1 Applicability and general provisions 6.1.1.1 Applicability 6.1.1.1.4 Amend to read "Packagings for liquids, other than combination packagings, with capacity exceeding 450 L".

6.1.3 Marking

6.1.3.1(e) Insert a reference to note "*" at the centre of the symbol and add the following note under the symbol:

"* The last two digits of the year of manufacture may be displayed at that place. In such a case, the two digits of the year in the type approval marking and in the inner circle of the clock shall be identical."

and insert a new Note at the end to read as follows:

"NOTE: Other methods that provide the minimum required information in a durable, visible and legible form are also acceptable."

Chapter 6.2 – Provisions for the construction and testing of pressure receptacles,

aerosol dispensers, small receptacles containing gas (gas cartridges) and fuel cell cartridges containing liquefied flammable gas

6.2.1 General provisions 6.2.1.1 Design and construction 6.2.1.1.5 Add the following new last sentence:

"The test pressure of a cylinder for an adsorbed gas shall be in accordance with packing instruction P208."

6.2.2 Provisions for UN pressure receptacles 6.2.2 Add the following new second sentence:

"Manufacture of new pressure receptacles or service equipment according to any particular standard in 6.2.2.1 and 6.2.2.3 is not permitted after the date shown in the right hand column of the tables."

Renumber the existing NOTE as "NOTE 1".





Add the following new note:

"NOTE 2: UN pressure receptacles and service equipment constructed according to standards applicable at the date of manufacture may continue in use subject to the periodic inspection provisions of this Code."

6.2.2.1 Design, construction and initial inspection and test 6.2.2.1.1 In the table, add a new third column. Add a new first row with the following text:

Reference Title Applicable for manufacture

For ISO Standards "ISO 9809-1:1999", "ISO 9809-2:2000"and "ISO 9809-3:2000", in the third column, add "Until 31 December 2018". After ISO Standard "ISO 9809-1:1999" add the following new standard:

ISO 9809-1:2010 Gas cylinders -- Refillable seamless steel gas

cylinders -- Design, construction and testing -- Part 1: Quenched and tempered steel cylinders with tensile strength less than 1 100 MPa

Until further notice

After ISO Standard "ISO 9809-2:2000" add the following new standard:

ISO 9809-2:2010 Gas cylinders – Refillable seamless steel gas cylinders – Design, construction and testing – Part 2: Quenched and tempered steel cylinders with tensile strength greater than or equal to 1 100 MPa


After ISO Standard "ISO 9809-3:2000" add the following new standard:

ISO 9809-3:2010 Gas cylinders -- Refillable seamless steel gas cylinders -- Design, construction and testing -- Part 3: Normalized steel cylinders


For all the other standards, in the column "Applicable for manufacture", add "Until further notice". 6.2.2.1.2 In the table, add a new third column. Add a new first row with the following text:


For ISO Standard "ISO 11120:1999", in the column "Applicable for manufacture", add "Until further notice".





6.2.2.1.3 Amend the first table to read as follows:


ISO 9809-1:1999 Gas cylinders – Refillable seamless steel gas cylinders – Design, construction and testing – Part 1: Quenched and tempered steel cylinders with tensile strength less than 1 100 MPa NOTE: The note concerning the F factor in section 7.3 of this standard shall not be applied for UN cylinders.

Until 31 December 2018

ISO 9809-1:2010 Gas cylinders – Refillable seamless steel gas cylinders – Design, construction and testing – Part 1: Quenched and tempered steel cylinders with tensile strength less than 1 100 MPa


ISO 9809-3:2000 Gas cylinders – Refillable seamless steel gas cylinders – Design, construction and testing – Part 3: Normalized steel cylinders


ISO 9809-3:2010 Gas cylinders – Refillable seamless steel gas cylinders – Design, construction and testing – Part 3: Normalized steel cylinders


6.2.2.1.3 (second table), 6.2.2.1.4 and 6.2.2.1.5 In the tables, add a new third column. Add a new first row with the following text:


For all the standards, in the column "Applicable for manufacture", add "Until further notice". 6.2.2.1.6 After 6.2.2.1.5 insert the following new paragraphs:

"6.2.2.1.6 The standard shown below applies for the design, construction and initial inspection and test of UN bundles of cylinders. Each cylinder in a UN bundle of cylinders shall be a UN cylinder complying with the requirements of 6.2.2. The inspection requirements related to the conformity assessment system and approval for UN bundles of cylinders shall be in accordance with 6.2.2.5.

Reference Title Applicable for

manufacture ISO 10961:2010 Gas cylinders – Cylinder bundles – Design,

manufacture, testing and inspection Until further notice

NOTE: Changing one or more cylinders of the same design type, including the same test pressure, in an existing UN bundle of cylinders does not require re-certification of the existing bundle." "6.2.2.1.7 The following standards apply for the design, construction and initial inspection and test of UN cylinders for adsorbed gases except that the inspection requirements related to the conformity assessment system and approval shall be in accordance with 6.2.2.5.






ISO 11513:2011 Gas cylinders – Refillable welded steel cylinders containing materials for sub-atmospheric gas packaging (excluding acetylene) – Design, construction, testing, use and periodic inspection


ISO 9809-1:2010

Gas cylinders – Refillable seamless steel gas cylinders – Design, construction and testing – Part 1: Quenched and tempered steel cylinders with tensile strength less than 1 100 MPa


".

6.2.2.2 Materials 6.2.2.2 Replace "ISO 11114-1:1997" with "ISO 11114-1:2012". In the title for standard "ISO 11114-1:2012", delete "Transportable". Delete the note at the end.

6.2.2.3 Service equipment 6.2.2.3 Amend the first table to read as follows:


ISO 11117:1998 Gas cylinders – Valve protection caps and valve guards for industrial and medical gas cylinders – Design, construction and tests


ISO 11117:2008 + Cor 1:2009

Gas cylinders − Valve protection caps and valve

guards − Design, construction and tests Until further notice

ISO 10297:1999 Gas cylinders – Refillable gas cylinder valves – Specification and type testing


ISO 10297:2006 Gas cylinders – Refillable gas cylinder valves – Specification and type testing


ISO 13340:2001 Transportable gas cylinders – Cylinders valves for non-refillable cylinders – Specification and prototype testing


6.2.2.3 In the second table, add a new third column. Add a new first row with the following text:


For ISO Standard "ISO 16111:2008", in the column "Applicable for manufacture", add "Until further notice". 6.2.2.4 In the table, add a new third column. Add a new first row with the following text:

Reference Title Applicable For all standards, in the column "Applicable", add "Until further notice". 6.2.2.4 Periodic inspection and test 6.2.2.4 In the table of standards for periodic inspection and test, after the entry for "ISO 10462:2005" add the following new entry:





ISO 11513:2011

Gas cylinders – Refillable welded steel cylinders containing materials for sub-atmospheric gas packaging (excluding acetylene) – Design, construction, testing, use and periodic inspection


6.2.2.7 Marking of refillable UN pressure receptacles 6.2.2.7 Amend the note to read as follows:

"Note: Marking requirements for UN metal hydride storage systems are given in 6.2.2.9 and marking requirements for UN bundles of cylinders are given in 6.2.2.10."

6.2.2.7.4 In subparagraph (p) replace "ISO 11114-1:1997" with "ISO 11114-1:2012". 6.2.2.7.9 Is deleted. 6.2.2.9 Marking of UN metal hydride storage systems 6.2.2.9.2 In subparagraph (j) replace "ISO 11114-1:1997" with "ISO 11114-1:2012".

6.2.2.10 Marking of bundles of cylinders Add the following new section:

"6.2.2.10 Marking of bundles of cylinders 6.2.2.10.1 Individual cylinders in a bundle of cylinders shall be marked in

accordance with 6.2.2.7. 6.2.2.10.2 Refillable UN bundles of cylinders shall be marked clearly and legibly with certification, operational, and manufacturing marks. These marks shall be permanently affixed (e.g. stamped, engraved, or etched) on a plate permanently attached to the frame of the bundle of cylinders. Except for the UN packaging symbol, the minimum size of the marks shall be 5 mm. The minimum size of the UN packaging symbol shall be 10 mm. 6.2.2.10.3 The following marks shall be applied:

(a) The certification marks specified in 6.2.2.7.2 (a), (b), (c), (d)

and (e); (b) The operational marks specified in 6.2.2.7.3 (f), (i), (j) and the

total of the mass of the frame of the bundle and all permanently attached parts (cylinders, manifold, fittings and valves). Bundles intended for the carriage of UN 1001 acetylene, dissolved and UN 3374 acetylene, solvent free shall bear the tare mass as specified in clause B.4.2 of ISO 10961:2010; and

(c) The manufacturing marks specified in 6.2.2.7.4 (n), (o) and,

where applicable, (p).





6.2.2.10.4 The marks shall be placed in three groups:

(a) The manufacturing marks shall be the top grouping and shall appear consecutively in the sequence given in 6.2.2.10.3 (c);

(b) The operational marks in 6.2.2.10.3 (b) shall be the middle

grouping and the operational mark specified in 6.2.2.7.3 (f) shall be immediately preceded by the operational mark specified in 6.2.2.7.3 (i) when the latter is required;

(c) Certification marks shall be the bottom grouping and shall

appear in the sequence given in 6.2.2.10.3 (a)." 6.2.4 Provisions for aerosol dispensers, small receptacles containing gas

(gas cartridges) and fuel cell cartridges containing liquefied flammable gas 6.2.4 In the heading, delete the word "flammable". Insert the following text after the heading:

"Each filled aerosol dispenser or gas cartridge or fuel cell cartridge shall be subjected to a test in a hot water bath in accordance with 6.2.4.1 or an approved water bath alternative in accordance with 6.2.4.2."

6.2.4.1 Small receptacles containing gas (gas cartridges) and fuel cell cartridges containing liquefied flammable gas

Delete 6.2.4.1, 6.2.4.1.1 and 6.2.4.1.2, heading 6.2.4.2 and the text under this heading. Renumber heading 6.2.4.2.1 as 6.2.4.1. 6.2.4.2 Aerosol dispensers 6.2.4.2.1 Hot water bath test 6.2.4.2.1.1 Renumber as 6.2.4.1.1. In the first sentence, after "capacity of the aerosol dispenser" insert ", gas cartridge or fuel cell cartridge". In the second sentence, after "to heat or if aerosol dispensers" insert "gas cartridges or fuel cell cartridges" and after "one aerosol dispenser," insert "gas cartridge or fuel cell cartridge". 6.2.4.2.1.2 Renumber as 6.2.4.1.2. After the first "aerosol dispenser" insert ", receptacle or fuel cell cartridge". After the second "aerosol dispenser" insert ", gas cartridge or fuel cell cartridge". Renumber heading 6.2.4.2.2 as 6.2.4.2 and, in the text under this heading, replace "of 6.2.4.2.2.1, 6.2.4.2.2.2 and 6.2.4.2.2.3" by "of 6.2.4.2.1 and, as appropriate, 6.2.4.2.2 or 6.2.4.2.3". 6.2.4.2.2 Alternative methods 6.2.4.2.2.1 Renumber as 6.2.4.2.1. In the first sentence, after "Aerosol dispenser" insert ", gas cartridge or fuel cell cartridge". In the second sentence, after "that all aerosol dispensers" insert ", gas cartridges or fuel cell cartridges" In indent (f) insert the following text at the end ", gas cartridges or fuel cell cartridges". Before 6.2.4.2.2.2, insert the following text "6.2.4.2.2 Aerosol dispensers".





6.2.4.2.2.2 Pressure and leak testing of aerosol dispensers before filling 6.2.4.2.2.2 Renumber as 6.2.4.2.2.1. Replace "Every" with "Each" at the beginning of the first sentence. 6.2.4.2.2.3 Testing of the aerosol dispensers after filling 6.2.4.2.2.3 Renumber as 6.2.4.2.2.2. Add a new 6.2.4.2.3 to read as follows:

"6.2.4.2.3 Gas cartridges and fuel cell cartridges 6.2.4.2.3.1 Pressure testing of gas cartridges and fuel cell cartridges Each gas cartridge or fuel cell cartridge shall be subjected to a test pressure equal to or in excess of the maximum expected in the filled receptacle at 55°C (50°C if the liquid phase does not exceed 95% of the capacity of the receptacle at 50°C). This test pressure shall be that specified for the gas cartridge or fuel cell cartridge and shall not be less than two thirds the design pressure of the gas cartridge or fuel cell cartridge. If any gas cartridge or fuel cell cartridge shows evidence of leakage at a rate equal to or greater than 3.3 x 10-2 mbar.l.s-1 at the test pressure or distortion or any other defect, it shall be rejected. 6.2.4.2.3.2 Leak testing gas cartridges and fuel cell cartridges Prior to filling and sealing, the filler shall ensure that the closures (if any), and the associated sealing equipment are closed appropriately and the specified gas is used. Each filled gas cartridge or fuel cell cartridge shall be checked for the correct mass of gas and shall be leak tested. The leak detection equipment shall be sufficiently sensitive to detect at least a leak rate of 2.0 x 10-3 mbar.l.s-1 at 20°C. Any gas cartridge or fuel cell cartridge that has gas masses not in conformity with the declared mass limits or shows evidence of leakage or deformation, shall be rejected."

Chapter 6.4 – Provisions for the construction, testing and approval of packages and

material of class 7 In the title, replace "class 7" with "radioactive material".

6.4.2 General provisions 6.4.2.11 Insert a new paragraph 6.4.2.11 to read as follows:

"6.4.2.11 A package shall be so designed that it provides sufficient shielding to

ensure that, under routine conditions of transport and with the maximum radioactive contents that the package is designed to contain, the radiation level at any point on the external surface of the package would not exceed the values specified in 2.7.2.4.1.2, 4.1.9.1.10 and 4.1.9.1.11, as applicable, with account taken of 7.1.4.5.3.3 and 7.1.4.5.5".





Current paragraphs 6.4.2.11 and 6.4.2.12 become 6.4.2.12 and 6.4.2.13 respectively. 6.4.3 Additional provisions for packages transported by air 6.4.3.3 Replace "leakage" with "loss or dispersal of radioactive contents from the containment system,". 6.4.6 Provisions for packages containing uranium hexafluoride 6.4.6.1 Amend the first sentence to read as follows:

"Packages designed to contain uranium hexafluoride shall meet the requirements which pertain to the radioactive and fissile properties of the material prescribed elsewhere in this Code."

6.4.6.2 In subparagraphs .1 and .3, insert at the end: "except as allowed in 6.4.6.4". 6.4.6.4 In the introductory sentence replace "the approval of the competent authority" with "multilateral approval" and insert "the packages are designed:" at the end, after "if". and in subparagraphs (a) and (b) delete "the packages are designed" and replace "and" with "and/or" at the end. In subparagraph (c), delete "for packaged designed" and replace "hexafluoride, the packages" with "hexafluoride and the packages". 6.4.8 Provisions for Type B(U) packages 6.4.8.1 Amend to read as follows:

"6.4.8.1 Type B(U) packages shall be designed to meet the requirements specified in 6.4.2, the requirements specified in 6.4.3 if carried by air, and of 6.4.7.2 to 6.4.7.15, except as specified in 6.4.7.14 (a), and, in addition, the requirements specified in 6.4.8.2 to 6.4.8.15."

6.4.8.2 Amend the end of the introductory paragraph to read: "…which may cause one or more of the following:". And in (a) and (b), delete "or" at the end. 6.4.8.8 In subparagraph (b), replace "and the tests in" with "and either the test in." 6.4.9 Provisions for Type B(M) packages 6.4.9.1 In the first sentence, replace "6.4.8.4, 6.4.8.5 and 6.4.8.6," with "6.4.8.4 to 6.4.8.6". And in the second sentence, insert "6.4.8.4 and" after "packages specified in".

6.4.10 Provisions for Type C packages 6.4.10.3 Amend to read as follows:

"6.4.10.3 A package shall be so designed that, if it were at the maximum normal operating pressure and subjected to: (a) The tests specified in 6.4.15, it would restrict the loss of radioactive

contents to not more than 10-6 A2 per hour; and (b) The test sequences in 6.4.20.1,





(i) it would retain sufficient shielding to ensure that the radiation level at 1 m from the surface of the package would not exceed 10 mSv/h with the maximum radioactive contents which the package is designed to contain; and

(ii) it would restrict the accumulated loss of radioactive contents in a

period of 1 week to not more than 10 A2 for krypton-85 and not more than A2 for all other radionuclides."

The text of last paragraph remains unchanged. 6.4.11 Provisions for packages containing fissile material 6.4.11.1 In (a), insert "routine," before "normal". 6.4.11.1 Amend (b)(i) to read as follows: "of 6.4.7.2 except for unpackaged material when specifically allowed by 2.7.2.3.5.5;". 6.4.11.1 In (b)(ii) delete "and" at the end. 6.4.11.1 Amend (b)(iii) to read as follows: "of 6.4.7.3 unless the material is excepted by 2.7.2.3.5;". 6.4.11.1 Insert a new (b) (iv) to read as follows:

"(iv) of 6.4.11.4 to 6.4.11.14, unless the material is excepted by 2.7.2.3.5, 6.4.11.2 or 6.4.11.3."


"6.4.11.2 Packages containing fissile material that meet the provisions of

subparagraph (d) and one of the provisions of (a) to (c) below are excepted from the requirements of 6.4.11.4 to 6.4.11.14.

(a) Packages containing fissile material in any form provided that:

(i) The smallest external dimension of the package is not less than 10 cm;

(ii) The criticality safety index of the package is calculated

using the following formula:

280

(g) packagein *nuclides fissileother of

Z

(g) packagein 235- Uof 550

MassMassCSI

* Plutonium may be of any isotopic composition provided that the amount of Pu-241 is less than that of Pu-240 in the package where the values of Z are taken from table 6.4.11.2.

(iii) The CSI of any package does not exceed 10;

(b) Packages containing fissile material in any form provided that:






(ii) The package, after being subjected to the tests specified

in 6.4.15.1 to 6.4.15.6; - Retains its fissile material contents; - Preserves the minimum overall outside dimensions of the

package to at least 30 cm; - Prevents the entry of a 10 cm cube.

(iii) The criticality safety index of the package is calculated using the

following formula:

280


Z


MassMassCSI

* Plutonium may be of any isotopic composition provided that the amount of Pu-241 is less than that of Pu-240 in the package. where the values of Z are taken from table 6.4.11.2.

(iv) The criticality safety index of any package does not exceed 10;

(c) Packages containing fissile material in any form provided that:


(ii) The package, after being subjected to the tests specified

in 6.4.15.1 to 6.4.15.6; - Retains its fissile material contents; - Preserves the minimum overall outside dimensions of the

package to at least 10 cm; - Prevents the entry of a 10 cm cube.

(iii) The CSI of the package is calculated using the following formula:

280


450


MassMassCSI

* Plutonium may be of any isotopic composition provided that the amount of Pu-241

is less than that of Pu-240 in the package.

(iv) The maximum mass of fissile nuclides in any package does not exceed 15 g;





(d) The total mass of beryllium, hydrogenous material enriched in deuterium, graphite and other allotropic forms of carbon in an individual package shall not be greater than the mass of fissile nuclides in the package except where their total concentration does not exceed 1 g in any 1,000 g of material. Beryllium incorporated in copper alloys up to 4% in weight of the alloy does not need to be considered."

Table 6.4.11.2 Insert a new table 6.4.11.2 to read as follows:

"Table 6.4.11.2 Values of Z for calculation of criticality safety index in accordance with 6.4.11.2

Enrichement

a Z

Uranium enriched up to 1.5% 2200

Uranium enriched up to 5% 850



Uranium enriched up to 100% 450 a If a package contains uranium with varying enrichments of U-235, then the value corresponding to the highest enrichment shall be used for Z. "

6.4.11.3 Insert a new paragraph 6.4.11.3 to read as follows:

"6.4.11.3 Packages containing not more than 1 000 g of plutonium are excepted from the application of 6.4.11.4 to 6.4.11.14 provided that:

(a) Not more than 20% of the plutonium by mass is fissile nuclides;

(b) The criticality safety index of the package is calculated using

the following formula:

1000

(g) plutonium of mass250 CSI

(c) If uranium is present with the plutonium, the mass of uranium shall be no more than 1% of the mass of the plutonium."

Current paragraphs 6.4.11.3 to 6.4.11.13 become new paragraphs 6.4.11.4 to 6.4.11.14. 6.4.11.4 (former 6.4.11.3) Replace "6.4.11.7 to 6.4.11.12" with "6.4.11.8 to 6.4.11.13". 6.4.11.5 (former 6.4.11.4) Replace "6.4.11.7 to 6.4.11.12" with "6.4.11.8 to 6.4.11.13" and insert "either" at the end of the introductory sentence. 6.4.11.8 (former 6.4.11.7), in the last sentence of the introductory paragraph, insert "either of" before "the following:" and in subparagraph (a) and (b) (i), replace "6.4.11.12 (b)" with "6.4.11.13 (b)".





6.4.11.9 (former 6.4.11.8), in the last sentence replace "6.4.11.12 (b)" with "6.4.11.13 (b)" and "6.4.11.9 (c)" with "6.4.11.10 (c)". 6.4.11.10 (former 6.4.11.9) In the introductory sentence replace "6.4.11.7 and 6.4.11.8" with "6.4.11.8 and 6.4.11.9". 6.4.11.10 (former 6.4.11.9) In subparagraph (b), replace "6.4.11.11 (b)" with "6.4.11.12 (b)". In (c), replace "6.4.11.12 (b)" with "6.4.11.13 (b)". 6.4.11.11 (former 6.4.11.10) In subparagraph (b), replace "6.4.11.9" with "6.4.11.10" and "6.4.11.7" with "6.4.11.8". 6.4.11.13 (former 6.4.11.12) In subparagraph (c), replace "6.4.11.12 (b)" with "6.4.11.13(b)". 6.4.11.14 (former 6.4.11.13) Replace "6.4.11.11 and 6.4.11.12" with "6.4.11.12 and 6.4.11.13". 6.4.13 Testing the integrity of the containment system and shielding and evaluating

criticality safety 6.4.13 In subparagraph (c) replace "6.4.11.13" with "6.4.11.14".

6.4.15 Test for demonstrating ability to withstand normal conditions of transport 6.4.15.5 In subparagraph (a), amend the beginning to read: "The equivalent of 5 times …". 6.4.17 Tests for demonstrating ability to withstand accident conditions of transport 6.4.17.2 In the introductory paragraph, replace "6.4.11.12" with "6.4.11.13". 6.4.17.2 In subparagraph (b), move the phrase "so as to suffer maximum damage" to the end of the sentence after "on the target". 6.4.17.2 In subparagraph (c), insert the following new third sentence: "The lower face of the steel plate shall have its edges and corners rounded off to a radius of not more than 6 mm." 6.4.19 Water leakage test for packages containing fissile material 6.4.19.1 Replace "6.4.11.7 to 6.4.11.12" with "6.4.11.8 to 6.4.11.13". 6.4.19.2 Replace "6.4.11.12" with "6.4.11.13". 6.4.20 Tests for Type C packages 6.4.20.2 In the first sentence, insert "vertical" before "solid". In the second sentence replace "the probe to the surface of the specimen shall be as to cause" with "the package specimen and the impact point on the package surface shall be such as to cause".





6.4.22 Approvals of package designs and materials 6.4.22.4 Amend to read as follows:

"6.4.22.4 Each package design for fissile material which is not excepted by any of the paragraphs 2.7.2.3.5.1 to 2.7.2.3.5.6, 6.4.11.2 and 6.4.11.3 shall require multilateral approval."

6.4.22.6 Insert a new paragraph 6.4.22.6 to read as follows:

"6.4.22.6 The design for a fissile material excepted from "FISSILE" classification in accordance with 2.7.2.3.5.6 shall require multilateral approval.

6.4.22.7 Insert a new paragraph to read as follows:

"6.4.22.7 Alternative activity limits for an exempt consignment of instruments or

articles in accordance with 2.7.2.2.2.2 shall require multilateral approval."

6.4.23 Applications for approval and approvals for radioactive material transport 6.4.23.2 In the introductory sentence replace "shipment approval" with "approval of shipment". In subparagraph .3, amend the end of the paragraph to read as follows:

"… referred to in the certificate of approval for the package design, if applicable, issued under 5.1.5.2.1.1.3, 5.1.5.2.1.1.6 or 5.1.5.2.1.1.7, are to be put into effect.".

6.4.23.4 In (f), insert "nuclear" after "irradiated" and replace "6.4.11.4 (b)" with "6.4.11.5 (b)". In (i), replace "quality assurance programme" with "management system" and "1.1.2.3.1" with "1.5.3.1". 6.4.23.5 In the introductory sentence, delete "for package approval". in subparagraph (a), replace "6.4.8.4, 6.4.8.5, 6.4.8.6" with "6.4.8.4 to 6.4.8.6". and in subparagraph (d), amend the beginning of the sentence to read: "a statement of the range". 6.4.23.6 Replace "quality assurance programme" with "management system". 6.4.23.7 Replace "quality assurance programme" with "management system". 6.4.23.8 In subparagraph (d) replace "quality assurance programme" with "management system". 6.4.23.9 Insert a new paragraph to read as follows:

"6.4.23.9 An application for approval of design for fissile material excepted from "FISSILE" classification in accordance with table 2.7.2.1.1, under 2.7.2.3.5.6 shall include:

(a) A detailed description of the material; particular reference shall

be made to both physical and chemical states;





(b) A statement of the tests that have been carried out and their results, or evidence based on calculation methods to show that the material is capable of meeting the requirements specified in 2.7.2.3.6;

(c) A specification of the applicable management system as

required in 1.5.3.1; (d) A statement of specific actions to be taken prior to shipment."


"6.4.23.10 An application for approval of alternative activity limits for an exempt consignment of instruments or articles shall include:

(a) An identification and detailed description of the instrument or

article, its intended uses and the radionuclide(s) incorporated; (b) The maximum activity of the radionuclide(s) in the instrument or

article; (c) Maximum external radiation levels arising from the instrument or

article; (d) The chemical and physical forms of the radionuclide(s)

contained in the instrument or article; (e) Details of the construction and design of the instrument or

article, particularly as related to the containment and shielding of the radionuclide in routine, normal and accident conditions of transport;

(f) The applicable management system, including the quality

testing and verification procedures to be applied to radioactive sources, components and finished products to ensure that the maximum specified activity of radioactive material or the maximum radiation levels specified for the instrument or article are not exceeded, and that the instruments or articles are constructed according to the design specifications;

(g) The maximum number of instruments or articles expected to be

shipped per consignment and annually; (h) Dose assessments in accordance with the principles and

methodologies set out in the International Basic Safety Standards for Protection against Ionizing Radiation and for the Safety of Radiation Sources, Safety Series No.115, IAEA, Vienna (1996), including individual doses to transport workers and members of the public and, if appropriate, collective doses arising from routine, normal and accident conditions of transport, based on representative transport scenarios the consignments are subject to."

Current paragraphs 6.4.23.9 to 6.4.23.11 become new paragraphs 6.4.23.11 to 6.4.23.13.





6.4.23.11 (former 6.4.23.9), in the introductory sentence, replace "approval certificate" with "certificate of approval". 6.4.23.11 (former 6.4.23.9) (a), replace "6.4.23.10 (b)" with "6.4.23.12 (b). 6.4.23.11 (former 6.4.23.9) (b) Insert "or alternative activity limit for exempt consignment" at the end of the first sentence. Amend the second sentence to read: "The identification mark of the approval of shipment shall be clearly related to the identification mark of the approval of design." 6.4.23.11 (former 6.4.23.9) (c) In the introductory sentence, replace "types of approval certificates" with "types of certificate of approval". Insert the following line between those corresponding to LD and T: "FE Fissile material complying with the requirements of 2.7.2.3.6". Add the following line at the end of the list: "AL Alternative activity limits for an exempt consignment of instruments or articles". 6.4.23.11 (former 6.4.23.9) (d) Insert "certificates of approval of" before "package design", delete (twice) "approval certificates" after "radioactive material", and replace "6.4.24.2 to 6.4.24.4" with "6.4.24.2 to 6.4.24.5". 6.4.23.12 (former 6.4.23.10) In the introductory sentence replace "type codes" with "identification marks". 6.4.23.12 (former 6.4.23.10) (a) Replace "6.4.23.9 (a), (b), (c) and (d)" with "6.4.23.11 (a), (b), (c) and (d)"; "design approval" with "approval of design", and "shipment approval" with "the approval of shipment". 6.4.23.12 (former 6.4.23.10) (a) For A/132/B(M)F-96, replace "package design approval certificate" with "certificate of approval for the package design". 6.4.23.12 (former 6.4.23.10) (a) For A/132/B(M)F-96T, replace "shipment approval" with "approval of shipment". 6.4.23.12 (former 6.4.23.10) (a) For A/137/X, replace "a special arrangement approval" with "an approval of special arrangement". 6.4.23.12 (former 6.4.23.10) (a) For A/139/IF-96 and A/145/H(U)-96, replace "package design approval certificate" with "certificate of approval for the package design". 6.4.23.12 (former 6.4.23.10) (b) Replace "according to 6.4.23.16" with "in accordance with 6.4.23.20". 6.4.23.12 (former 6.4.23.10) (c) Replace (twice) "package design approval certificate" with "certificate of approval for the package design"; and "approval certificate" with "certificate of approval" in the last sentence. 6.4.23.13 (former 6.4.23.11) In the introductory sentence replace "approval certificate" with "certificate of approval" and in (i) replace "quality assurance programme" with "management system".






"6.4.23.14 Each certificate of approval issued by a competent authority for material excepted from classification as "FISSILE" shall include the following information: (a) Type of certificate; (b) The competent authority identification mark; (c) The issue date and an expiry date; (d) List of applicable national and international regulations,

including the edition of the IAEA Regulations for the Safe Transport of Radioactive Material under which the exception is approved;

(e) A description of the excepted material; (f) Limiting specifications for the excepted material; (g) A specification of the applicable management system as

required in 1.5.3.1; (h) Reference to information provided by the applicant relating to

specific actions to be taken prior to shipment; (i) If deemed appropriate by the competent authority, reference

to the identity of the applicant; (j) Signature and identification of the certifying official; (k) Reference to documentation that demonstrates compliance

with 2.7.2.3.6."

Current paragraphs 6.4.23.12 to 6.4.23.14 become new paragraphs 6.4.23.15 to 6.4.23.17. 6.4.23.15 (former 6.4.23.12), in the introductory sentence replace "approval certificate" with "certificate of approval". 6.4.23.15 (former 6.4.23.12) (j), replace "amounts" with "mass" and amend the end of the paragraph to read as follows: "… special form radioactive material, low dispersible radioactive material or fissile material excepted under 2.7.2.3.5.6 if applicable;". 6.4.23.15 (former 6.4.23.12) (k)(v), replace "6.4.11.4 (b)" with "6.4.11.5(b)". 6.4.23.15 (former 6.4.23.12) (r), replace "quality assurance programme" with "management system". 6.4.23.16 (former 6.4.23.13), in the introductory sentence, replace "approval certificate" with "certificate of approval". 6.4.23.16 (former 6.4.23.13) (i), replace "design approval certificate(s)" with "certificate(s) of approval of design".





6.4.23.16 (former 6.4.23.13) (g), replace "amounts" with "mass" and amend the end of the paragraph to read as follows: "…special form radioactive material, low dispersible radioactive material or fissile material excepted under 2.7.2.3.5.6 if applicable;". 6.4.23.16 (former 6.4.23.13) (l), replace "quality assurance programme" with "management system". 6.4.23.17 (former 6.4.23.14), in the introductory sentence, replace "approval certificate" with "certificate of approval". 6.4.23.17 (former 6.4.23.14) (h), replace "shipment approval" with "approval of shipment". 6.4.23.17 (former 6.4.23.14) (l), amend the end of the second sentence to read as follows: "… mass in grams (for fissile material the total mass of fissile nuclides or the mass for each fissile nuclide, when appropriate) and whether special form radioactive material, low dispersible radioactive material or fissile material excepted under 2.7.2.3.5.6, if applicable;". 6.4.23.17 (former 6.4.23.14) (n), amend the introductory sentence to read as follows: "For package designs containing fissile material which require multilateral approval of the package design in accordance with 6.4.22.4:". 6.4.23.17 (former 6.4.23.14) (n)(vi), replace "6.4.11.4 (b)" with "6.4.11.5 (b)". 6.4.23.17 (former 6.4.23.14) (t), replace "quality assurance programme" with "management system". 6.4.23.18 Insert a new paragraph 6.4.23.18 to read as follows:

"6.4.23.18 Each certificate issued by a competent authority for alternative activity limits for an exempt consignment of instruments or articles according to 5.1.5.2.1.4 shall include the following information:

(a) Type of certificate; (b) The competent authority identification mark; (c) The issue date and an expiry date; (d) List of applicable national and international regulations,

including the edition of the IAEA Regulations for the Safe Transport of Radioactive Material under which the exemption is approved;

(e) The identification of the instrument or article; (f) A description of the instrument or article; (g) Design specifications for the instrument or article; (h) A specification of the radionuclide(s), the approved alternative

activity limit(s) for the exempt consignment(s) of the instrument(s) or article(s);





(i) Reference to documentation that demonstrates compliance with 2.7.2.2.2.2;

(j) If deemed appropriate by the competent authority, reference to

the identity of the applicant; (k) Signature and identification of the certifying official."

Current paragraphs 6.4.23.15 and 6.4.23.16 become 6.4.23.19 and 6.4.23.20 respectively. 6.4.24 Transitional measures for class 7 6.4.24.1 Amend to read as follows:

"Packages not requiring competent authority approval of design (excepted packages, Type IP-1, Type IP-2, Type IP-3 and Type A packages) shall meet these Regulations in full, except that packages that meet the requirements of the 1985 or 1985 (as amended 1990) Editions of IAEA Regulations for the Safe Transport of Radioactive Material (IAEA Safety Series No.6):

(a) May continue in transport provided that they were prepared for transport

prior to 31 December 2003, and subject to the requirements of 6.4.24.4, if applicable;

(b) May continue to be used provided that:

(i) They were not designed to contain uranium hexafluoride; (ii) The applicable requirements of 1.5.3.1 of this Code are applied; (iii) The activity limits and classification in Chapter 2.7 of these

Regulations are applied; (iv) The requirements and controls for transport in Parts 1, 3, 4, 5

and 7 of this Code are applied; (v) The packaging was not manufactured or modified

after 31 December 2003." 6.4.24.2 Amend to read as follows:

"6.4.24.2 Packages requiring competent authority approval of the design shall meet the provisions of this Code in full unless the following conditions are met:

(a) The packagings were manufactured to a package design

approved by the competent authority under the provisions of the 1973 or 1973 (as amended) or the 1985 or 1985 (as amended 1990) Editions of IAEA Safety Series No.6);

(b) The package design is subject to multilateral approval; (c) The applicable requirements of 1.5.3.1 of this Code are applied;





(d) The activity limits and classification in Chapter 2.7 of this Code are applied;

(e) The requirements and controls for transport in in Parts 1, 3, 4,

5 and 7 of this Code are applied; (f) For a package containing fissile material and transported by

air, the requirement of 6.4.11.11 is met; (g) For packages that meet the requirements of the 1973 or 1973

(as amended) Editions of IAEA Safety Series No. 6:

(i) The packages retain sufficient shielding to ensure that the radiation level at 1 m from the surface of the package would not exceed 10 mSv/h in the accident conditions of transport defined in the 1973 Revised or 1973 Revised (as amended) Editions of IAEA Safety Series No.6 with the maximum radioactive contents which the package is authorized to contain;

(ii) The packages do not utilize continuous venting; (iii) A serial number in accordance with the provision of

5.2.1.5.5 is assigned to and marked on the outside of each packaging."


"No new manufacture of packagings to a package design meeting the provisions of the 1973, 1973 (as amended), 1985, and 1985 (as amended 1990) Editions of IAEA Safety Series No.6 shall be permitted to commence."


"6.4.24.4 Packages excepted from the requirements for fissile materials under the Regulations annexed to the 16th revised edition or the seventeenth revised edition of the United Nations Recommendations on the Transport of Dangerous Goods (2009 Edition of IAEA Safety Standard Series No.TS-R-1)

6.4.24.4 Packages containing fissile material that is excepted from classification

as "FISSILE" according to 2.7.2.3.5.1 (i) or (iii) of the IMDG Code amendment 35-10) or amendment 36-12, (paragraphs 417 (a) (i) or (iii) of the 2009 Edition of IAEA Regulations for the Safe Transport of Radioactive Material) prepared for transport before 31 December 2014 may continue in transport and may continue to be classified as non-fissile or fissile-excepted except that the consignment limits in table 2.7.2.3.5 of these editions shall apply to the conveyance. The consignment shall be transported under exclusive use."

and current paragraph 6.4.24.4 becomes new 6.4.24.5.





6.4.24.5 (former 6.4.24.4) In the first sentence, replace "programme of quality assurance" with "management system". Replace the last sentence with the following: "No new manufacture of such special form radioactive material shall be permitted to commence." Chapter 6.5 – Provisions for the construction and testing of intermediate bulk

containers (IBCs) 6.5.2 Marking 6.5.2.2 Additional marking Amend 6.5.2.2.2 to read as follows:

"6.5.2.2.2 The maximum permitted stacking load applicable when the IBC is in use shall be displayed on a symbol as shown in the figures below. The symbol shall be durable and clearly visible.

IBCs capable of being stacked IBCs NOT capable of being stacked

The minimum dimensions shall be 100 mm x 100 mm. The letters and numbers indicating the mass shall be at least 12 mm high. The area within the printer's marks indicated by the dimensional arrows shall be square. Where dimensions are not specified, all features shall be in approximate proportion to those shown. The mass marked above the symbol shall not exceed the load imposed during the design type test (see 6.5.6.6.4) divided by 1.8. NOTE: The provisions of 6.5.2.2.2 shall apply to all IBCs manufactured, repaired or remanufactured as from 1 January 2011. The provisions of 6.5.2.2.2 of the IMDG Code (Amendment 36-12) may continue to be applied to all IBCs manufactured, repaired or remanufactured between 1 January 2011 and 31 December 2016."

6.5.2.2.4 After "The date of the manufacture of the plastics inner receptacle may alternatively be marked on the inner receptacle adjacent to the remainder of the marking." add the following new sentence: "In such a case, the two digits of the year in the primary marking and in the inner circle of the clock shall be identical.". At the end, add a new "Note" to read as follows:

"Note: Other methods that provide the minimum required information in a durable, visible and legible form are also acceptable."





Chapter 6.6 – Provisions for the construction and testing of large packagings 6.6.2 Code for designating types of large packagings 6.6.2.2 At the beginning, replace "The letter "W"" with "The letters "T" or "W"" and insert a new second sentence to read as follows: "The letter "T" signifies a large salvage packaging conforming to the requirements of 6.6.5.1.9."

6.6.3 Marking 6.6.3.2 Insert a new second example to read as follows:

"

50AT/Y/05/01/B/PQRS

2500/1000

For a large steel salvage packaging suitable for

stacking; stacking load: 2 500 kg; maximum gross

mass: 1,000 kg."

Amend 6.6.3.3 to read as follows:

"6.6.3.3 The maximum permitted stacking load applicable when the large packaging is in use shall be displayed on a symbol as shown in the figures below. The symbol shall be durable and clearly visible.

Large packagings capable of being stacked Large packagings NOT capable of being stacked

The minimum dimensions shall be 100 mm x 100 mm. The letters and numbers indicating the mass shall be at least 12 mm high. The area within the printer's marks indicated by the dimensional arrows shall be square. Where dimensions are not specified, all features shall be in approximate proportion to those shown. The mass marked above the symbol shall not exceed the load imposed during the design type test (see 6.6.5.3.3.4) divided by 1.8. "NOTE: The provisions of 6.6.3.3 shall apply to all large packagings manufactured, repaired or remanufactured as from 1 January 2015. The provisions of 6.6.3.3 of the IMDG Code (Amendment 36-12) may continue to be applied to all IBCs manufactured, repaired or remanufactured between 1 January 2015 and 31 December 2016."





6.6.5 Test provisions for large packagings 6.6.5.1 Performance and frequency of test 6.6.5.1.9 Insert the following new paragraph to read as follows:

"6.6.5.1.9 Large salvage packagings Large salvage packagings shall be tested and marked in accordance with the provisions applicable to packing group II large packagings intended for the transport of solids or inner packagings, except as follows: (a) The test substance used in performing the tests shall be water, and the

large salvage packagings shall be filled to not less than 98% of their maximum capacity. It is permissible to use additives, such as bags of lead shot, to achieve the requisite total package mass so long as they are placed so that the test results are not affected. Alternatively, in performing the drop test, the drop height may be varied in accordance with 6.6.5.3.4.4.2 (b);

(b) Large salvage packagings shall, in addition, have been successfully

subjected to the leakproofness test at 30 kPa, with the results of this test reflected in the test report required by 6.6.5.4; and

(c) Large salvage packagings shall be marked with the letter "T" as

described in 6.6.2.2."

Chapter 6.7 – Provisions for the design, construction, inspection and testing of portable tanks and multiple-element gas containers (ME GCs)

6.7.2 Provisions for the design, construction, inspection and testing of portable tanks intended for the transport of substances of class 1 and classes 3 to 9

6.7.2.20.2, 6.7.3.16.2 and 6.7.5.13.2 Replace "shall be marked" with "shall be durably marked".

6.7.5 Provisions for the design, construction, inspection and testing of multiple-element gas containers (MEGCs) intended for the transport of non-refrigerated gases

6.7.5.2.4.1 Replace "ISO 11114-1:1997" with "ISO 11114-1:2012". Chapter 6.9 - Provisions for the design, construction, inspection and testing of bulk containers 6.9.4.6 Delete the footnote "*" assigned to BK, and insert the following note at the end:

Note: "(x)" shall be replaced with "1" or "2", as appropriate.





PART 7 PROVISIONS CONCERNING TRANSPORT OPERATIONS

Chapter 7.1 – General stowage provisions 7.1.3 Stowage categories 7.1.3.1 Stowage categories for class 1 7.1.3.1 In the paragraph replace the words "column 16" with "16a". 7.1.3.2 Stowage categories for classes 2 to 9 7.1.3.2 In the paragraph replace the words "column 16" with "16a". 7.1.4 Special stowage provisions 7.1.4.1 Stowage of empty uncleaned packagings, including IBCs and large

packagings 7.1.4.1 In the paragraph replace the words "column 16" with "16a" 7.1.4.5 Stowage of goods of class 7 7.1.4.5.2 Replace "approval certificate" with "certificate of approval". 7.1.4.5.3.1 In the table amend the two first rows under the heading to read as follows:

Freight container Small freight container 50 Large freight container 50

and in the note "a" to the table, replace "7.1.4.5.6" with "7.1.4.5.5". 7.1.4.5.3.4 In the table amend the two first rows under the heading to read as follows:

Freight container Small freight container 50 n.a

Large freight container 50 100 Amend the end of note "b" to the table to read as follows: "… and stowed so as to maintain a spacing of at least 6 m from other groups." and amend the end of the first sentence of note "c" to the table to read as follows: "… and stowed so as to maintain a spacing of at least 6 m from other groups." 7.1.4.5.10 Amend the end of the paragraph to read as follows:

"… and shall not be re-used unless the following conditions are fulfilled:

.1 the non-fixed contamination shall not exceed the limits specified in 4.1.9.1.2;





.2 the radiation level resulting from the fixed contamination shall not exceed 5 Sv/h at the surface."

7.1.4.5.13.2 Delete " to the critical group". 7.1.5 Stowage Codes 7.1.5 Insert a new 7.1.5 with the following:

"7.1.5 Stowage Codes

The stowage codes given in column 16a of the dangerous goods list are as specified below:

Stowage Code Description

SW1 Protected from sources of heat.

SW2 Clear of living quarters.

SW3 Shall be transported under temperature control.

SW4 Surface ventilation is required to assist in removing any residual solvent vapour.

SW5 If under deck, stow in a mechanically ventilated space.

SW6 When stowed under-deck, mechanical ventilation shall be in accordance with SOLAS regulation II-2/19 (II-2/54) for flammable liquids with flashpoint below 23oC c.c.

SW7 As approved by the competent authorities of the countries involved in the shipment

SW8 Ventilation may be required. The possible need to open hatches in case of fire to provide maximum ventilation and to apply water in an emergency, and the consequent risk to the stability of the ship through flooding of the cargo spaces, shall be considered before loading.

SW9 Provide a good through ventilation for bagged cargo. Double strip stowage is recommended. The illustration in 7.6.2.7.2.3 shows how this can be achieved. During the voyage regular temperature readings shall be taken at varying depths in the hold and recorded. If the temperature of the cargo exceeds the ambient temperature and continues to increase, ventilation shall be closed down.






SW10 Unless carried in closed cargo transport units, bales shall be properly covered by tarpaulins or the like. Cargo spaces shall be clean, dry and free from oil or grease. Ventilator cowls leading into the cargo space shall have sparking-preventing screens. All other openings, entrances and hatches leading to the cargo space shall be securely closed. During temporary interruption of loading, when the hatch remains uncovered, a fire-watch shall be kept. During loading or discharge, smoking in the vicinity shall be prohibited and fire-fighting appliances kept ready for immediate operation.

SW11 Cargo transport units shall be shaded from direct sunlight. Packages in cargo transport units shall be stowed so as to allow for adequate air circulation throughout the cargo.

SW12 taking account of any supplementary requirements specified in the transport documents.

SW13 taking account of any supplementary requirements specified in the competent authority approval certificate(s).

SW14 Category A only if the special stowage provisions of 7.4.1.4 and 7.6.2.8.4 are complied with

SW15 For metal drums, stowage category B.

SW16 For unit loads in open cargo transport units, stowage category B.

SW17 Category E, for closed cargo transport unit and pallet boxes only. Ventilation may be required. The possible need to open hatches in case of fire to provide maximum ventilation and to apply water in an emergency, and the consequent risk to the stability of the ship through flooding of the cargo space, shall be considered before loading.

SW18 Category A, when transported in accordance with P650.

SW19 For batteries transported in accordance with SP 376 or SP 377 Category C, unless transported on a short international voyage.

SW20 For uranyl nitrate hexahydrate solution stowage category D applies.

SW21 For uranium metal pyrophoric and thorium metal pyrophoric stowage category D applies.

SW22 For AEROSOLS with a maximum capacity of 1 litre: Category A. For AEROSOLS with a capacity above 1 litre: Category B. For WASTE AEROSOLS: Category C, Clear of living quarters.

SW23 When transported in BK3 bulk container, see 7.6.2.12 and 7.7.3.9.

SW24 For special stowage provisions see 7.4.1.3 and 7.6.2.7.2.






SW25 For special stowage provisions see 7.6.2.7.3.

SW26 For special stowage provisions see 7.4.1.4 and 7.6.2.11.1.1.

SW27 For special stowage provisions see 7.6.2.7.2.1.

SW28 As approved by the competent authority of the country of origin. "

7.1.6 Handling Codes 7.1.6 Insert a new 7.1.6 with the following:

"7.1.6 Handling Codes

The handling codes given in column 16a of the dangerous goods list are as specified below:

Handling Codes

Description

H1 Keep as dry as reasonably practicable H2 Keep as cool as reasonably practicable H3 During transport, it should be stowed (or kept) in a cool ventilated place H4 If cleaning of cargo spaces has to be carried out at sea, the safety

procedures followed and standard of equipment used shall be at least as effective as those employed as industry best practice in a port. Until such cleaning is undertaken, the cargo spaces in which the asbestos has been carried shall be closed and access to those spaces shall be prohibited.

" Chapter 7.2 – General segregation provisions 7.2.3 Segregation provisions 7.2.3.1 In the paragraph, replace twice the words "column 16" with "column 16b". 7.2.3.4 In the paragraph, replace the words "column 16" with "column 16b". 7.2.4 Segregation table in the row "Flammable gases 2.1" versus column of class 4.3 replace "X" with "2". in the row "Flammable liquid 3" versus column of class 4.3 replace "1" with "2". in the row "Substances which, in contact with water, emit flammable gases 4.3" versus column 2.1 replace "X" with "2".





in the row "Substances which, in contact with water, emit flammable gases 4.3" versus column 3 replace "1" with "2". 7.2.5 Segregation groups 7.2.3.1 In the paragraph, replace the words "column 16 (stowage and segregation)" with "column 16b" 7.2.6 Special segregation provisions and exemptions 7.2.6.4 In the paragraph, replace the words "column 16" with "column 16b". and in "examples" replace "column 16" with "column 16b". 7.2.8 Segregation Codes 7.2.8 Insert a new 7.2.8 with the following: "7.2.8 Segregation Codes

The segregation codes given in column 16b of the dangerous goods list are as specified below:

Segregation Codes Description

SG1 For packages carrying a subsidiary risk of class 1, segregation as for class 1, division 1.3.

SG2 Segregation as for class 1.2G

SG3 Segregation as for Class 1.3G

SG4 Segregation as for class 2.1

SG5 Segregation as for class 3

SG6 Segregation as for class 5.1

SG7 Stow "away from" class 3

SG8 Stow "away from" class 4.1











SG14 Stow "separated from" class 1 except for division 1.4S

SG15 Stow "separated from" class 3

SG16 Stow "separated from" class 4.1



SG19 Stow "separated from" class 7

SG20 Stow "away from" acids

SG21 Stow "away from" alkalis

SG22 Stow "away from" ammonium salts

SG23 Stow "away from" animal or vegetable oils

SG24 Stow "away from" azides

SG25 Stow "separated from" goods of classes 2.1 and 3.

SG26 In addition: from goods of classes 2.1 and 3 when stowed on deck of a containership a minimum distance of two container spaces athwartship shall be maintained, when stowed on ro-ro ships a distance of 6 m athwartship shall be maintained.

SG27 Stow "away from" explosives containing chlorates or perchlorates

SG28 Stow "away from" ammonium compounds and explosives containing ammonium compounds or salts

SG29 Segregation from foodstuffs as in 7.3.4.2.2, 7.6.3.1.2 or 7.7.3.7.

SG30 Stow "away from" heavy metals and their salts

SG31 Stow "away from" lead and its compounds

SG32 Stow "away from" liquid halogenated hydrocarbons

SG33 Stow "away from" powdered metals

SG34 When containing ammonium compounds, "away from" chlorates or perchlorates and explosives containing chlorates or perchlorates.

SG35 Stow "separated from" acids.






SG36 Stow "separated from" alkalis.

SG37 Stow "separated from" ammonia.

SG38 Stow "separated from" ammonium compounds.

SG39 Stow "separated from" ammonium compounds other than AMMONIUM PERSULPHATE (UN 1444).

SG40 Stow "separated from" ammonium compounds other than mixtures of ammonium persulphates and/or potassium persulphates and/or sodium persulphates.

SG41 Stow "separated from" animal or vegetable oil.

SG42 Stow "separated from" bromates.

SG43 Stow "separated from" bromine.

SG44 Stow "separated from" CARBON TETRACHLORIDE (UN 1846).

SG45 Stow "separated from" chlorates.

SG46 Stow "separated from" chlorine.

SG47 Stow "separated from" chlorites.

SG48 Stow "separated from" combustible material (particularly liquids). Combustible material does not include packing materials or dunnage.

SG49 Stow "separated from" cyanides

SG50 Segregation from foodstuffs as in 7.3.4.2.1, 7.6.3.1.2 or 7.7.3.6.

SG51 Stow "separated from" hypochlorites

SG52 Stow "separated from" iron oxide

SG53 Stow "separated from" liquid organic substances

SG54 Stow "separated from" mercury and mercury compounds

SG55 Stow "separated from" mercury salts

SG56 Stow "separated from" nitrites

SG57 Stow "separated from" odour-absorbing cargoes






SG58 Stow "separated from" perchlorates

SG59 Stow "separated from" permanganates

SG60 Stow "separated from" peroxides

SG61 Stow "separated from" powdered metals

SG62 Stow "separated from" sulphur

SG63 Stow "separated longitudinally by an intervening complete compartment or hold from" Class 1.

SG64 Reserved

SG65 Stow "separated by a complete compartment or hold from" class 1 except for division 1.4.

SG66 Reserved

SG67 Stow "separated from" division 1.4 and "separated longitudinally by an intervening complete compartment of hold from" divisions 1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 1.5 and 1.6 except from explosives of compatibility group J.

SG68 If flashpoint 60oC c.c. or below, segregation as for class 3, but "away from" class 4.1.

SG69 For AEROSOLS with a maximum capacity of 1 litre: Segregation as for class 9. Stow "separated from" class 1 except for division 1.4. For AEROSOLS with a capacity above 1 litre: Segregation as for the appropriate subdivision of class 2. For WASTE AEROSOLS: Segregation as for the appropriate subdivision of class 2.

SG70 For arsenic sulphides, "separated from" acids

SG71 Within the appliance, to the extent that the dangerous goods are integral parts of the complete life-saving appliance, there is no need to apply the provisions on segregation of substances in chapter 7.2.

SG72 See 7.2.6.3.2.

SG73 Reserved

SG 74 Segregation as for 1.4G.

SG 75 Stow "separated from" strong acids.

"





Annex Segregation flow chart

In the boxes, replace the words "column 16" with "column 16b", Chapter 7.3 – Consigning operations concerning the packing and use of cargo

transport units (CTUs) and related provisions 7.3.2 General provisions for cargo transport units 7.3.2.2 In the paragraph delete reference to footnote "* See IMO publication, sales number IB282E" 7.3.3 Packing of cargo transport units 7.3.3.1 The existing paragraph "7.3.3.1" is renumbered as "7.3.3.2". 7.3.3.1 Insert a new "7.3.3.1" with the following:

"7.3.3.1 Prior to the use of a cargo transport unit it shall be checked to ensure that it is apparently fit for its intended purpose*."

and add the corresponding footnote as follows:

____________ "* For safety approval plates and maintenance and examination of containers

see the International Convention for Safe Containers, 1972, as amended annex I regulations 1 and 2 (see 1.1.2.3)."

7.3.3.2 The existing "7.3.3.2" is renumbered as "7.3.3.3", and at the end, the following new sentence is added:

"Whenever the handling provision "keep as dry as reasonably practicable" (H1) is assigned in column (16a) of the dangerous goods list, the cargo transport unit including any contained goods, securing or packing materials shall be kept as dry as reasonably practicable."

7.3.4.2 Segregation in relation to foodstuffs 7.3.4.2.1 In the paragraph, replace the words "column 16" with "column 16b". 7.3.4.2.2 In subparagraph ".4", replace the words "column 16" with "column 16b". 7.3.7 Cargo transport units under temperature control 7.3.7.2 General provisions 7.3.7.2.4 Replace existing paragraph with the following:

"7.3.7.2.4 Prior to the use of cargo transport unit, the refrigeration system shall be subjected to a thorough inspection and a test to ensure that all parts are functioning properly.

7.3.7.2.4.1 Refrigerant gas shall only be replaced in accordance with the

manufacturer's operating instructions for the refrigeration system. Prior to filling replacement refrigerant gas, a certificate of analysis from the supplier shall be obtained and checked to confirm that the




AMENDMENTS TO THE INTERNATIONAL CONVENTION ON STANDARDS OF TRAINING, CERTIFICATION AND WATCHKEEPING FOR SEAFARERS (STCW), 1978



ANNEX 9


AMENDMENTS TO THE INTERNATIONAL CONVENTION ON STANDARDS OF

TRAINING, CERTIFICATION AND WATCHKEEPING FOR SEAFARERS (STCW), 1978

THE MARITIME SAFETY COMMITTEE, RECALLING Article 28(b) of the Convention on the International Maritime Organization concerning the functions of the Committee, RECALLING ALSO article XII of the International Convention on Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping for Seafarers (STCW), 1978 (hereinafter referred to as "the Convention"), concerning the procedures for amending the Convention, RECALLING FURTHER that the Assembly, by resolution A.1070(28), adopted the IMO Instruments Implementation Code (III Code), NOTING proposed amendments to the Convention to make the use of the III Code mandatory, HAVING CONSIDERED, at its ninety-third session, amendments to the Convention proposed and circulated in accordance with article XII(1)(a)(i) of the Convention, 1 ADOPTS, in accordance with article XII(1)(a)(iv) of the Convention, amendments to the Convention, the text of which is set out in the annex to the present resolution; 2 DETERMINES that, pursuant to new regulation I/16, whenever the word "should" is used in the III Code (Annex to resolution A.1070(28)), it is to be read as being "shall", except for paragraphs 29, 30, 31 and 32; 3 DETERMINES ALSO, in accordance with article XII(1)(a)(vii)(2) of the Convention, that the amendments to the Convention shall be deemed to have been accepted on 1 July 2015, unless, prior to that date more than one third of Parties or Parties the combined merchant fleets of which constitute not less than 50% of the gross tonnage of the world's merchant shipping of ships of 100 gross register tonnes or more, have notified their objections to the amendments; 4 INVITES Parties to note that, in accordance with article XII(1)(a)(viii) of the Convention, that the amendments to the Convention, shall enter into force on 1 January 2016 upon their acceptance in accordance with paragraph 2 above; 5 REQUESTS the Secretary-General, in conformity with article XII(1)(a)(v) to transmit certified copies of the present resolution and the text of the amendments contained in the annex to all Parties to the Convention; 6 ALSO REQUESTS the Secretary-General to transmit copies of this resolution and its annex to Members of the Organization, which are not Parties to the Convention.





ANNEX

AMENDMENTS TO THE INTERNATIONAL CONVENTION ON STANDARDS OF TRAINING, CERTIFICATION AND WATCHKEEPING FOR

SEAFARERS (STCW), 1978, AS AMENDED

CHAPTER I

GENERAL PROVISIONS 1 The following new definitions are added at the end of regulation I/1.36:

"37 Audit means a systematic, independent and documented process for obtaining audit evidence and evaluating it objectively to determine the extent to which audit criteria are fulfilled.

38 Audit Scheme means the IMO Member State Audit Scheme established by

the Organization and taking into account the guidelines developed by the Organization*.

39 Code for Implementation means the IMO Instruments Implementation Code

(III Code) adopted by the Organization by resolution A.1070(28).

40 Audit Standard means the Code for Implementation. __________________ * Refer to the Framework and Procedures for the IMO Member State Audit Scheme, adopted by

the Organization by resolution A.1067(28)." 2 A new regulation I/16 is added after the existing regulation I/15:

"Regulation I/16 Verification of compliance 1 Parties shall use the provisions of the Code for Implementation in the execution of their obligations and responsibilities contained in the present Convention. 2 Every Party shall be subject to periodic audits by the Organization in accordance with the audit standard to verify compliance with and implementation of the present Convention. 3 The Secretary-General of the Organization shall have responsibility for administering the Audit Scheme, based on the guidelines developed by the Organization*. 4 Every Party shall have responsibility for facilitating the conduct of the audit and implementation of a programme of actions to address the findings, based on the guidelines developed by the Organization*.





5 Audit of all Parties shall be:

.1 based on an overall schedule developed by the Secretary-General of the Organization, taking into account the guidelines developed by the Organization; and

.2 conducted at periodic intervals, taking into account the guidelines

developed by the Organization*. _________________ * Refer to the Framework and Procedures for the IMO Member State Audit Scheme, adopted

by the Organization by resolution A.1067(28)."

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AMENDMENTS TO THE SEAFARERS' TRAINING, CERTIFICATION AND WATCHKEEPING (STCW) CODE



ANNEX 10


AMENDMENTS TO THE SEAFARERS' TRAINING,

CERTIFICATION AND WATCHKEEPING (STCW) CODE THE MARITIME SAFETY COMMITTEE, RECALLING Article 28(b) of the Convention on the International Maritime Organization concerning the functions of the Committee, RECALLING ALSO article XII and regulation I/1.2.3 of the International Convention on Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping for Seafarers (STCW), 1978, hereinafter referred to as "the Convention", concerning the procedures for amending part A of the Seafarers' Training, Certification and Watchkeeping (STCW) Code, HAVING CONSIDERED, at its ninety-third session, amendments to part A of the STCW Code, proposed and circulated in accordance with article XII(1)(a)(i) of the Convention, 1 ADOPTS, in accordance with article XII(1)(a)(iv) of the Convention, amendments to the STCW Code, the text of which is set out in the annex to the present resolution; 2 DETERMINES, in accordance with article XII(1)(a)(vii)(2) of the Convention, that the said amendments to the STCW Code shall be deemed to have been accepted on 1 July 2015 unless, prior to that date, more than one third of Parties or Parties the combined merchant fleets of which constitute not less than 50% of the gross tonnage of the world's merchant shipping of ships of 100 gross tonnage or more, have notified their objections to the amendments; 3 INVITES Parties to the Convention to note that, in accordance with article XII(1)(a)(ix) of the Convention, the annexed amendments to the STCW Code shall enter into force on 1 January 2016 upon their acceptance in accordance with paragraph 2 above; 4 REQUESTS the Secretary-General, in conformity with article XII(1)(a)(v) of the Convention, to transmit certified copies of the present resolution and the text of the amendments contained in the annex to all Parties to the Convention; 5 ALSO REQUESTS the Secretary-General to transmit copies of this resolution and its annex to Members of the Organization, which are not Parties to the Convention.





ANNEX

AMENDMENTS TO PART A OF THE SEAFARERS' TRAINING, CERTIFICATION AND WATCHKEEPING (STCW) CODE

CHAPTER I – GENERAL PROVISIONS 1 A new section A-I/16 is added after the existing section A-I/15 that reads as follows:

"Section A-I/16 Verification of compliance 1 For the purpose of regulation I/16 the areas that shall be subject to audit are indicated in the table below:

AREAS SUBJECT TO BE AUDITED

REFERENCE AREA REMARKS AND SUMMARY DESCRIPTION

INITIAL COMMUNICATION OF INFORMATION

Article IV, regulation I/7, and section A-I/7, paragraph 2

Initial communication of information

Has the Party communicated information pursuant to article IV and regulation I/7? If yes, has the Maritime Safety Committee confirmed that the information provided demonstrates that "full and complete effect" is given to the provisions of the STCW Convention?

SUBSEQUENT REPORTS

Article IX and section A-I/7, paragraph 3.1

Equivalents Has the Administration retained/adopted any equivalent educational and training arrangements since communicating information pursuant to regulation I/7? If yes, have the details of such arrangements been reported to the Secretary-General?

Regulation I/10 and section A-I/7, paragraph 3.2

Recognition of certificates Does the Administration recognize certificates issued by other Party in accordance with regulation I/10? If yes, has the Party submitted reports on the measures taken to ensure compliance with regulation I/10?

Regulation VII/1, section A-I/7, paragraph 3.3

Alternative certification Does the Party authorize employment of seafarers holding alternative certificates issued under regulation VII/1 on ships entitled to fly its flag? If yes, has a copy of the type of minimum safe manning document issued to such ships been provided to the Secretary-General?





AREAS SUBJECT TO BE AUDITED

REFERENCE AREA REMARKS AND SUMMARY DESCRIPTION

Regulation I/8.3 and section A-I/7, paragraph 4

Communication of information concerning the periodic independent evaluation

Has the Party communicated its report of independent evaluation pursuant to regulation I/8?

Regulation I/7.4, and section A-I/7 paragraphs 5 and 6

Communication of information concerning STCW amendments

Has the Party communicated a report concerning implementation of subsequent mandatory amendments to the STCW Convention and Code?

Regulation I/13, paragraphs 4 and 5

Conduct of trials Has the Administration authorized ships entitle to fly its flag to participate in trials? If yes, have the details of such trials been reported to the Secretary-General (paragraph 4)?, and Have the details of results of the trials been reported to the Secretary-General (paragraph 5)?

Article VIII

Dispensations Has the Administration issued any dispensation? If yes, are reports related to dispensations issued during each year sent to the Secretary-General?

CONTROL

Article X and regulation I/4

Port State control Has the Party exercised port State control? If yes, have control measures as required under article X been established?

FITNESS FOR DUTY AND WATCHKEEPING ARRANGEMENTS Regulation VIII/1, paragraph 1 and section A-VIII/1

Fatigue prevention Has the Administration established measures to enforce the STCW Convention and Code requirements in respect of fatigue prevention?

Regulation VIII/ 1, paragraph 2 and section A-VIII/1, paragraph 10

Prevention of drug and alcohol abuse

Has the Administration established measures to enforce STCW Convention and Code requirements for the purpose of preventing drug and alcohol abuse?

Regulation VIII/2 Watchkeeping arrangements and principles to be observed

Has the Administration directed the attention of companies, masters, chief engineer officers and all watchkeeping personnel to the requirements, principles and guidance set out in the STCW Code to ensure that safe continuous watches appropriate to prevailing circumstances and conditions are maintained in all seagoing ships at all times?





2 The following new text is inserted at the end of the existing notes 6 and 7 of table A-I/9 as follows:

"Other equivalent confirmatory test methods currently recognized by the Administration may continue to be used."

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AMENDMENTS TO THE PROTOCOL OF 1988 RELATING TO THE INTERNATIONAL CONVENTION ON

LOAD LINES, 1966, AS AMENDED



ANNEX 11


AMENDMENTS TO THE PROTOCOL OF 1988 RELATING TO

THE INTERNATIONAL CONVENTION ON LOAD LINES, 1966, AS AMENDED THE MARITIME SAFETY COMMITTEE, RECALLING Article 28(b) of the Convention on the International Maritime Organization concerning the functions of the Committee, RECALLING ALSO article VI of the Protocol of 1988 relating to the International Convention on Load Lines, 1966 (hereinafter referred to as the "1988 Load Lines Protocol") concerning amendment procedures, RECALLING FUTHER that the Assembly, by resolution A.1070(28), adopted the IMO Instruments implementation Code (III Code), NOTING proposed amendments to the 1988 Load Lines Protocol to make the III Code mandatory, HAVING CONSIDERED, at its ninety-third session, amendments to the 1988 Load Lines Protocol proposed and circulated in accordance with paragraph 2(a) of article VI thereof, 1 ADOPTS, in accordance with paragraph 2(d) of article VI of the 1988 Load Lines Protocol, amendments to the 1988 Load Lines Protocol, the text of which is set out in the annex to the present resolution; 2 DETERMINES that, pursuant to new regulation 53 of Annex IV, whenever the word "should" is used in the III Code (annex to resolution A.1070(28)), it is to be read as being "shall", except for paragraphs 29, 30, 31 and 32; 3 DETERMINES ALSO, in accordance with paragraph 2(f)(ii)(bb) of article VI of the 1988 Load Lines Protocol, that the said amendments shall be deemed to have been accepted on 1 July 2015, unless, prior to that date, more than one third of the Parties to the 1988 Load Lines Protocol or Parties the combined merchant fleets of which constitute not less than 50% of the gross tonnage of all the merchant fleets of all Parties, have notified their objections to the amendments; 4 INVITES the Parties concerned to note that, in accordance with paragraph 2(g)(ii) of article VI of the 1988 Load Lines Protocol, the amendments shall enter into force on 1 January 2016 upon their acceptance in accordance with paragraph 2 above; 5 REQUESTS the Secretary-General, in conformity with paragraph 2(e) of article VI of the 1988 Load Lines Protocol, to transmit certified copies of the present resolution and the text of the amendments contained in the annex to all Parties to the 1988 Load Lines Protocol; 6 ALSO REQUESTS the Secretary-General to transmit copies of this resolution and its annex to Members of the Organization, which are not Parties to the 1988 Load Lines Protocol.






ANNEX

AMENDMENTS TO ANNEX B TO THE PROTOCOL OF 1988 RELATING TO THE INTERNATIONAL CONVENTION ON LOAD LINES, 1966, AS AMENDED

ANNEX B

ANNEXES TO THE CONVENTION AS MODIFIED BY

THE PROTOCOL OF 1988 RELATING THERETO

Annex I

Regulations for determining load lines

Chapter I General

Regulation 3 Definitions of terms used in the annexes 1 The following new definitions are added after definition (16): "(17) Audit means a systematic, independent and documented process for

obtaining audit evidence and evaluating it objectively to determine the extent to which audit criteria are fulfilled. (18) Audit Scheme means the IMO Member State Audit Scheme established by the Organization and taking into account the guidelines developed by the Organization*. (19) Code for Implementation means the IMO Instruments Implementation Code (III Code) adopted by the Organization by resolution A.1070(28). (20) Audit Standard means the Code for Implementation. ________________ * Refer to the Framework and Procedures for the IMO Member State Audit Scheme, adopted by

the Organization by resolution A.1067(28)."






ANNEX B

ANNEXES TO THE CONVENTION AS MODIFIED BY THE PROTOCOL OF 1988 RELATING THERETO

2 A new annex IV is added after annex III, to read as follows:

"Annex IV

Verification of compliance

Regulation 53 Application Contracting Governments shall use the provisions of the Code for Implementation in the execution of their obligations and responsibilities contained in the present Convention.

Regulation 54 Verification of compliance (1) Every Contracting Government shall be subject to periodic audits by the Organization in accordance with the audit standard to verify compliance with and implementation of the present Convention. (2) The Secretary-General of the Organization shall have responsibility for administering the Audit Scheme, based on the guidelines developed by the Organization*. (3) Every Contracting Government shall have responsibility for facilitating the conduct of the audit and implementation of a programme of actions to address the findings, based on the guidelines developed by the Organization*. (4) Audit of all Contracting Governments shall be:

(a) based on an overall schedule developed by the Secretary-General of the Organization, taking into account the guidelines developed by the Organization*; and

(b) conducted at periodic intervals, taking into account the guidelines

developed by the Organization*. ________________ * Refer to the Framework and Procedures for the IMO Member State Audit Scheme, adopted by

the Organization by resolution A.1067(28)."

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AMENDMENTS TO THE CODE FOR THE CONSTRUCTION AND EQUIPMENT OF SHIPS CARRYING DANGEROUS

CHEMICALS IN BULK (BCH CODE)



ANNEX 12


AMENDMENTS TO THE CODE FOR THE CONSTRUCTION

AND EQUIPMENT OF SHIPS CARRYING DANGEROUS CHEMICALS IN BULK (BCH CODE)

THE MARITIME SAFETY COMMITTEE, RECALLING Article 28(b) of the Convention on the International Maritime Organization concerning the functions of the Committee, RECALLING ALSO resolution A.212(VII) by which the Assembly, at its seventh session, adopted the Code for the Construction and Equipment of Ships Carrying Dangerous Chemicals in Bulk (BCH Code), which provides safety requirements for chemical tankers supplementary to the provisions of the International Convention for the Safety of Life at Sea, 1974, as amended,

RECALLING FURTHER resolution MEPC.20(22) by which the Marine Environment Protection Committee adopted the BCH Code to make it mandatory under MARPOL,

NOTING resolution MSC.29(61) by which, at its sixty-first session, it adopted the revised BCH Code, NOTING ALSO resolutions MSC.369(93) and MEPC.250(66), respectively, by which it, and the Marine Environment Protection Committee, adopted corresponding amendments to the International Code for the Construction and Equipment of Ships Carrying Dangerous Chemicals in Bulk (IBC Code), NOTING FURTHER resolution MEPC.249(66) by which the MEPC, at its sixty-sixth session, adopted amendments to the BCH Code, CONSIDERING that it is highly desirable for the provisions of the BCH Code which are mandatory under MARPOL and recommendatory from a safety standpoint, to remain identical when adopted by the Marine Environment Protection Committee and the Maritime Safety Committee, HAVING CONSIDERED, at its ninety-third session, amendments to the BCH Code proposed by the Sub-Committee on Stability and Load Lines and Fishing Vessels Safety, at its fifty-fifth session, which were approved by the Committee at its ninety-second session, RECOGNIZING the need to bring the approved amendments to the BCH Code into force on the date on which corresponding amendments to the IBC Code enter into force, 1 ADOPTS amendments to the Code for the Construction and Equipment of Ships Carrying Dangerous Chemicals in Bulk (BCH Code), as amended, the text of which is set out in the annex to the present resolution; 2 DETERMINES that the said amendments shall become effective on 1 January 2016 upon acceptance and entry into force of the corresponding amendments to the IBC Code adopted by resolution MSC.369(93).






ANNEX



Chapter II – Cargo containment Part A – Physical protection (Siting of cargo tanks; ship stability)

1 Existing subparagraph 2.2.1 is replaced by the following:

"2.2.1 General: Ships subject to this Code may be assigned the minimum freeboard permitted by the International Convention on Load Lines, 1966. The additional requirements in paragraph 2.2.4, taking into account any empty or partially filled tank as well as the specific gravities of cargoes to be carried, however, should govern the allowed operating draught for any actual condition of loading. 2.2.1.1 All ships engaged in the transport of chemicals in bulk should be supplied with loading and stability manuals for the information and guidance of the master. These manuals should contain details concerning the loaded conditions of full and empty or partially empty tanks, the position of these tanks in the ship, the specific gravities of the various parcels of cargoes carried, and any ballast arrangements in critical conditions of loading. Provisions for evaluating other conditions of loading should be contained in the manuals. 2.2.1.2 All ships subject to the Code, shall be fitted with a stability instrument, capable of verifying compliance with intact and damage stability requirements approved by the Administration, at the first scheduled renewal survey of the ship on or after 1 January 2016, but not later than 1 January 2021, having regard to the performance standards recommended by the Organization*:

.1 notwithstanding the above, a stability instrument fitted on a ship before 1 January 2016 need not be replaced provided it is capable of verifying compliance with intact and damage stability, to the satisfaction of the Administration; and

.2 for the purposes of control under regulation 16 of MARPOL Annex II,

the Administration shall issue a document of approval for the stability instrument.

_____________ * Refer to part B, chapter 4, of the International Code on Intact Stability, 2008 (2008 IS Code),

as amended; the Guidelines for the Approval of Stability Instruments (MSC.1/Circ.1229), annex, section 4, as amended; and the technical standards defined in part 1 of the Guidelines for verification of damage stability requirements for tankers (MSC.1/Circ.1461).

2.2.1.3 The Administration may waive the requirements of paragraph 2.2.1.2 for the following ships provided the procedures employed for intact and damage stability verification maintain the same degree of safety as being loaded in accordance with the approved conditions**. Any such waiver shall be duly noted on the Certificate of Fitness referred to in paragraph 1.6.3:

.1 ships which are on a dedicated service, with a limited number of

permutations of loading such that all anticipated conditions have






been approved in the stability information provided to the master in accordance with the requirements of paragraph 2.2.1.1;



conditions; or .4 ships provided with approved limiting KG/GM curves covering all

applicable intact and damage stability requirements. ________________ ** Refer to operational guidance provided in part 2 of the Guidelines for verification of damage

stability requirements for tankers (MSC.1/Circ.1461).

Certificate of Fitness 2 Paragraph 6 is replaced with the following:


.1*** only in accordance with loading conditions verified compliant with intact and damage stability requirements using the approved stability instrument fitted in accordance with paragraph 2.2.1.2 of the Code;

.2*** where a waiver permitted by paragraph 2.2.1.3 of the Code is

granted and the approved stability instrument required by paragraph 2.2.1.2 of the Code is not fitted, loading shall be made in accordance with one or more of the following approved methods:

(i) *** in accordance with the loading conditions provided in the

approved loading manual, stamped and dated ................. and signed by a responsible officer of the Administration, or of an organization recognized by the Administration; or

(ii) *** in accordance with loading conditions verified remotely

using an approved means ………..………………; or (iii) *** in accordance with a loading condition which lies within an


(iv) *** in accordance with a loading condition verified using


.3*** in accordance with the loading limitations appended to this Certificate.

Where it is required to load the ship other than in accordance with the above instruction, then the necessary calculations to justify the proposed loading conditions shall be communicated to the certifying Administration who may authorize in writing the adoption of the proposed loading condition. ________________ *** Delete as appropriate."

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AMENDMENTS TO THE CODE FOR THE CONSTRUCTION AND EQUIPMENT OF SHIPS CARRYING LIQUEFIED

GASES IN BULK (GC CODE)



ANNEX 14


AMENDMENTS TO THE CODE FOR THE CONSTRUCTION AND

EQUIPMENT OF SHIPS CARRYING LIQUEFIED GASES IN BULK (GC CODE)

THE MARITIME SAFETY COMMITTEE, RECALLING Article 28(b) of the Convention on the International Maritime Organization concerning the functions of the Committee, RECALLING ALSO resolution A.328(IX) by which the Assembly, at its ninth session, adopted the Code for the Construction and Equipment of Ships Carrying Liquefied Gases in Bulk (GC Code), NOTING resolution MSC.370(93), by which it adopted amendments to the International Code for the Construction and Equipment of Ships Carrying Liquefied Gases in Bulk (IGC Code), HAVING CONSIDERED, at its ninety-third session, amendments to the GC Code proposed by the Sub-Committee on Stability and Load Lines and Fishing Vessels Safety, at its fifty-fifth session, which were approved by the Committee at its ninety-second session,

RECOGNIZING the need for the amendments to the GC Code to become effective on the date on which the corresponding amendments to the IGC Code enter into force,

1 ADOPTS amendments to the Code for the Construction and Equipment of Ships Carrying Liquefied Gases in Bulk (GC Code), as amended, the text of which is set out in the annex to the present resolution; 2 DETERMINES that the said amendments shall become effective on 1 January 2016 upon acceptance and entry into force of the corresponding amendments to the IGC Code adopted by resolution MSC.370(93).

Date of entry into force of the aforementioned amendments to the IGC Code.






ANNEX

AMENDMENTS TO THE CODE FOR THE CONSTRUCTION AND EQUIPMENT OF SHIPS CARRYING LIQUEFIED GASES IN BULK (GC CODE)

CHAPTER II SHIP SURVIVAL CAPABILITY AND CARGO TANK LOCATION

Paragraph 2.2 – Freeboard and stability

1 A new subparagraph 2.2.4 is added as follows:

"2.2.4 All ships, subject to the Code, should be fitted with a stability instrument, capable of verifying compliance with intact and damage stability requirements, approved by the Administration, at the first scheduled periodical survey of the ship on or after 1 January 2016, but not later than 1 January 2021, having regard to the performance standards recommended by the Organization*:

.1 notwithstanding the requirements above, a stability instrument

fitted on a ship before 1 January 2016 need not be replaced provided it is capable of verifying compliance with intact and damage stability, to the satisfaction of the Administration; and

.2 the Administration should issue a document of approval for the

stability instrument. ________________ * Refer to part B, chapter 4, of the International Code on Intact Stability, 2008 (2008 IS Code),

as amended; the Guidelines for the Approval of Stability Instruments (MSC.1/Circ.1229), annex, section 4, as amended; and the technical standards defined in part 1 of the Guidelines

for verification of damage stability requirements for tankers (MSC.1/Circ.1461)." 2 A new subparagraph 2.2.5 is added as follows:

"2.2.5 The Administration may waive the requirements of paragraph 2.2.4 for the following ships, provided the procedures employed for intact and damage stability verification maintain the same degree of safety as being loaded in accordance with the approved conditions*. Any such waiver should be duly noted on the Certificate of Fitness referred to in paragraph 1.6.4:

.1 ships which are on a dedicated service, with a limited number of permutations of loading such that all anticipated conditions have been approved in the stability information provided to the master in accordance with the requirements of paragraph 2.2.3;



conditions; or






.4 ships provided with approved limiting KG/GM curves covering all applicable intact and damage stability requirements.

________________ * Refer to operational guidance provided in part 2 of the Guidelines for verification of damage

stability requirements for tankers (MSC.1/Circ.1461)." Certificate of Fitness 3 The existing paragraph 6 is replaced by the following:


.1* only in accordance with loading conditions verified compliant with intact and damage stability requirements using the approved stability instrument fitted in accordance with paragraph 2.2.4 of the Code;

.2* where a waiver permitted by paragraph 2.2.5 of the Code is

granted and the approved stability instrument required by paragraph 2.2.4 of the Code is not fitted, loading shall be made in accordance with one or more of the following approved methods:

(i) * in accordance with the loading conditions provided in the

approved loading manual, stamped and dated .................. and signed by a responsible officer of the Administration, or of an organization recognized by the Administration; or

(ii) * in accordance with loading conditions verified remotely

using an approved means…………………; or (iii) * in accordance with a loading condition which lies within an


(iv) * in accordance with a loading condition verified using



Where it is required to load the ship other than in accordance with the above instruction, then the necessary calculations to justify the proposed loading conditions should be communicated to the certifying Administration who may authorize in writing the adoption of the proposed loading condition. ________________ * Delete as appropriate."

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AMENDMENTS TO THE REVISED RECOMMENDATION ON TESTING OF LIFE-SAVING APPLIANCES

(RESOLUTION MSC.81(70), AS AMENDED)



ANNEX 15


AMENDMENTS TO THE REVISED RECOMMENDATION ON TESTING

OF LIFE-SAVING APPLIANCES (RESOLUTION MSC.81(70), AS AMENDED) THE MARITIME SAFETY COMMITTEE, RECALLING Article 28(b) of the Convention on the International Maritime Organization concerning the functions of the Committee, RECALLING ALSO resolution A.689(17) entitled Testing of life-saving appliances, by which the Assembly, at its seventeenth session, adopted the Recommendation on testing of life-saving appliances, RECALLING FURTHER that the Assembly, when adopting resolution A.689(17), authorized the Committee to keep the Recommendation on testing of life-saving appliances under review and to adopt, when appropriate, amendments thereto, NOTING resolution MSC.81(70), by which, at its seventieth session, it adopted the Revised recommendation on testing of life-saving appliances, introducing more precise provisions for the testing of life-saving appliances based on the requirements of the International Life-Saving Appliances (LSA) Code, RECOGNIZING the need to appropriately align the relevant provisions of the Revised recommendation on testing of life-saving appliances with the associated amendments to the LSA Code adopted by resolution MSC.320(89), HAVING CONSIDERED, at its ninety-third session, proposed amendments to the Revised recommendation on testing of life-saving appliances, prepared by the Sub-Committee on Ship Design and Equipment at its fifty-seventh session, 1 ADOPTS amendments to the Revised recommendation on testing of life-saving appliances (resolution MSC.81(70)), the text of which is set out in the annex to the present resolution; 2 RECOMMENDS Governments to apply the annexed amendments when testing life-saving appliances.






ANNEX

AMENDMENTS TO THE REVISED RECOMMENDATION ON TESTING OF LIFE-SAVING APPLIANCES (RESOLUTION MSC.81(70), AS AMENDED)

Part 1 – Prototype tests for life-saving appliances

Section 2 – Lifejackets 1 In paragraph 2.6, the first sentence is replaced with the following:

"The tests specified in 2.6.1 to 2.6.7 should be carried out on eight specimens of each lifejacket-buoyancy material. A further four specimens of each lifejacket-buoyancy material should be prepared for the test specified in 2.6.8."

2 Paragraph 2.7.2.3 is amended to read as follows:

".3 at least one male should be from the lowest and highest weight group and one female should be from the lowest weight group and one female should be more than 80 kg and 1.8 m;"

3 The following sentence is added at the end of paragraph 2.8.1:

"Each test for a candidate lifejacket and the relevant RTD should be conducted on the same day."

4 In paragraph 2.8.4, the following sentence is added after the second sentence:

"Prior to taking the measurements in 2.8 and 2.9, the proper fit, donning, and fastening of the RTD on the subject should be checked and corrected as necessary."

5 In paragraph 2.8.7.1, the words "plus 1 s" are added after the words "the average

time in the RTD". 6 In paragraph 2.8.7.2, the words "minus 10 mm" are added at the end. 7 In paragraph 2.8.7.3, the words "minus 5°" are replaced with the words "minus 10°". 8 In paragraph 2.8.7.4, the word "(head)" is deleted and the words "minus 5°" are

replaced with the words "minus 10°". 9 Paragraph 2.8.9.1 is amended to read as follows:

".1 surface the test subject in a face up position with an average freeboard for all the subjects of not less than the average determined for the RTD after the turning test in accordance with 2.8.6 minus 15 mm;"

10 The following sentence is added at the end of paragraph 2.9:

"The tests may be modified for child test subjects under 12 years of age who are not comfortable in water, so as to ensure their safety and cooperation."

11 In paragraph 2.9.1.5, the words "infant lifejacket" are deleted. 12 In paragraph 2.9.2.1, the words "plus 1 s" are added at the end.






13 In paragraph 2.9.2.2, the words "minus 10 mm" are added at the end. 14 In paragraph 2.9.2.4, the word "(head)" is deleted. 15 The chapeau of paragraph 2.9.3 is replaced with the following:

"Infant lifejackets should meet the requirements of 2.9.2.1 and 2.9.2.2, however, the requirements for torso angle, faceplane and mobility may be relaxed if necessary in order to:"

APPENDIX 1

Adult reference test device (RTD) design and construction

16 Appendix 1 is replaced with the following: "1 GENERAL The RTD is intended for use only as a test reference standard to represent the desired level of in-water performance of a lifejacket required by the Convention, and is not considered representative of any other required lifejacket performance. The adult RTD is designed to fit persons from a chest size of 700 mm to 1350 mm and to be comfortable to wear as a non-reversible device such that it would be obvious to the wearer as to which is the inside and outside of the device, even under reduced lighting conditions. The adult RTD is made with two types of buoyant foam in a vest style using a heavy nylon cover fabric shell secured to the body with 25 mm webbing, closures and adjustments. The shell is made with slide fasteners (zippers) in place of closing seams to hold the foam within, in order that the foam inserts can be easily removed to check their buoyancy and renew or supplement them if they are out of tolerance. Hook and loop fasteners are used on the interior foam retainers to position and prevent shifting of the foam panels. 2 MATERIALS All materials used should comply with ISO 12402-7:2006. 2.1 Foam requirements The performance of the RTD is dependent on using plastic foam of the proper stiffness, shape and buoyancy. 2.1.1 Stiffness Two different stiffness foams are used: one is a soft foam and the other is a stiff foam. A bridge deflection test is provided to determine acceptability for the intended application. Figure A.20 provides the setup details and table A.1 provides the specific measured values. For selecting the type of foam for the specific insert, see tables A.2 and A.3. To measure the centre deflection of a foam panel of the specified cross-section (a b) and 110 mm wide, place the foam panel centred across the two equal height, parallel horizontal surfaces separated by the specified distance (c), and then load with a mass of the specified width. Note the length of the load should be at least 110 mm, such that when placed on the foam panel it will extend the full width of the foam panel. It is acceptable for the load to extend beyond the width of the foam panel provided that it is centred over the panel with equal amounts extending over the sides of the foam panel. Measure the deflection at the bottom centre location of the foam panel 30 s after placing the load on the panel.






2.1.2 Shape The shape of each foam insert is specified in figures A.27 to A.30. For dimensions see tables A.2 and A.4. 2.1.3 Buoyancy The total design buoyancy of the foam inserts is 149 N. Table A.3 specifies the foam characteristics, the buoyancy for each insert and its tolerances and the overall buoyancy distribution to be verified with using the RTD for certification testing. 2.2 Other component requirements See table A.2. 3 CONSTRUCTION The construction and assembly of the device should be in accordance with tables A.2 to A.5, figures A.1 to A.19 and figures A.21 to A.36. A tolerance of 6 mm is used throughout for fabric cutting and stitching assembly. A tolerance of 6 mm is also used for foam cutting, however, the buoyancy requirements of table A.3 should be met. 3.1 Seams 3.1.1 The seam allowances are 13 mm, unless otherwise specified. All structural seams use a lock type stitch so that the seam will not unravel when a force is applied in the direction of the seam on any of the threads forming the stitch. Stitching should have a density of 7 to 12 stitches per 25 mm of stitch length. The box-X stitching on the webbing is 15 mm 18 mm, unless otherwise specified. The bar-tack stitching on the webbing is 15 mm 2 mm. 3.1.2 On the closing seam of the back section of the outer and inside cover, the cut ends of the fabric are turned under and stitched so that the fabric will not ravel. The cut ends of webbing should be heat-sealed. 3.1.3 Tabs on the ends of the waist belt are formed by turning under 40 mm of material twice and stitching 19 mm from the end of the folds with box-X or bar tack stitching. 3.1.4 The zippers are set to the fabric by turning under the raw edge of the fabric 13 mm, aligning the fold with the centre of the closed zipper, and topstitching through both layers of fabric and the zipper tape. The stitch line should be far enough from the zipper teeth or coil so as not to interfere with the operation of the zipper. 3.2 Assembling the fabric cover The fabric cover is assembled as described below, with the dimensions described in figures A.31 through A.33 and table A.4.






3.2.1 Assembling the inside cover 3.2.1.1 Attach the interior fabric retainers for foam inserts 1 (component 1.7) to the "wrong" (interior) side on each lobe of the inside cover fabric (component 1.3).

Figure A.1 – Location of Interior fabric retainers 3.2.1.2 Sew the hook and loop fasteners (component 4) to opposing sides of the interior fabric retainers for foam inserts 2 (component 1.8) as shown in figure A.2.

Figure A.2 – Orientation of hook and loop fasteners 3.2.1.3 Fold the interior fabric retainers for foam inserts 2 (component 1.8) in half and sew to the inside edge seam allowance of the "wrong" (interior) side of the inside cover fabric (component 1.3). Sew one fabric retainer to each lobe of the front cover fabric with the hook and loop fasteners (component 4) facing upward and oriented toward the outer edge of the inside cover fabric. Turn the bottom edge of the back cover up 13 mm and topstitch.

Figure A.3 – Location of fabric retainers

3.2.1.4 Attach one 89 mm black belt-loop webbing (component 3.5) to each lobe of the "right" (exterior) side of the inside cover fabric. Join the shoulder darts.






Figure A.4 – Completed inside cover 3.2.2 Assembling the collar cover 3.2.2.1 Attach the yellow collar attachment webbing (component 3.6) to the inside collar cover (component 1.5), placing one reinforcement patch (component 1.6) under the fabric, with a tack on each side, as in figure A.5. The webbing should be centred on the fabric, creating a 254 mm loop measured from the edge of one tack to the edge of the other.

Figure A.5 – Collar attachment on collar cover 3.2.2.2 Sew the 280 mm zipper (component 6.5) to the inside and outer collar cover fabric (component 1.5) as in figure A.6.

Figure A.6 – Joining the inside and outer collar cover 3.2.2.3 With the "right" (exterior) sides of the fabric together, join the sides of the inside and outer collar cover fabric (component 1.5) at the sides and around the neck opening. To allow access to the collar foam insert, do not join the fabric at the ends of the zipper. Turn the collar cover right side out.






Figure A.7 – Completed collar cover 3.2.3 Assembling the outer cover 3.2.3.1 Attach one 76 mm black belt-loop webbing (component 3.4) to each shoulder on the "right" (exterior) side of the front outer cover fabric (component 1.1) using double bar tack stitches on each end, creating a 40 mm loop opening.

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Figure A.8 – Attaching the shoulder loops 3.2.3.2 Sew the 370 mm zipper (component 6.6) to the back outer cover (component 1.2) and front outer cover (component 1.1) as shown in figure A.9. Turn the bottom edge of the back cover up 13 mm and topstitch.

Figure A.9 – Completed outer cover






3.2.4 Joining the collar to the front outer cover

Join the shoulder darts on the front outer cover (component 1.1). Lace the yellow collar attachment webbing (component 3.6) through the black shoulder straps (component 3.4) with the collar loop facing toward the cover fabric. Stitch the collar cover fabric tabs to the neck seam.

Figure A.10 – Joining the collar to the front outer cover 3.2.5 Assembling and attaching the hardware assemblies 3.2.5.1 Construct the chest strap buckle assemblies by lacing the 127 mm black chest strap webbing (component 3.1) through the male and female buckles (component 6.1) and stitching, as shown in figure A.11.

Key 1 Male buckle 2 Female buckle

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Figure A.11 – Chest strap buckle assembly

3.2.5.2 Construct the waist belt assemblies by lacing the 203 mm black waist belt webbing (component 3.3) through the slide adjusters (component 6.2), snap hook (component 6.3), and D-ring (component 6.4), and stitching as shown in figure A.12.

Key 1 D-Ring 2 Snap hook 3 Slide adjuster

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Figure A.12 – Waist belt assembly

1 2

3 2

1 3






3.2.5.3 Lace the left side yellow collar attachment webbing (component 3.6) through the male chest strap buckle assembly. With one fabric reinforcement (component 1.6) positioned on the "wrong" (interior) side of the front outer cover fabric (component 1.1), attach the chest strap buckle assembly to the yellow collar attachment webbing and cover fabric with a box-X stitch. Repeat on the right side with the female chest strap buckle assembly.

Figure A.13 – Attachment of chest strap buckle assembly 3.2.5.4 Lace the left side yellow collar attachment webbing (component 3.6) through the snap hook waist belt assembly. Attach the waist belt assembly to the yellow collar attachment webbing and the front outer cover fabric (component 1.1) with a box-X stitch. Repeat on the right side with the D-ring waist belt assembly. 3.2.5.5 Stitch the yellow collar attachment webbing to cover front, between the two buckle assemblies on each front forming a rectangle.

Figure A.14 – Chest and waist belt attachments

3.2.6 Joining the inside and outer covers 3.2.6.1 Join the inside cover fabric (component 1.3) to the front and back outer cover fabric (components 1.1 and 1.2) at the sides by sewing a 440 mm zipper (component 6.7) on the outside edge of each front.






Figure A.15 – Joining the inside and outer cover fabric 3.2.6.2 Join a centre gusset (component 1.4) to the left and right lobes of the outer cover fabric, then join to the inside cover. The seam created by joining the outside edges should be centred on the end of the gusset with the taper of the gusset forming a point as it approaches the neck curve, as shown in figure A.16.

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Figure A.16 – Joining the inside and outer over with the centre gusset 3.2.7 Finishing 3.2.7.1 Turn the cover right-side out. Attach the 1867 mm black waist belt webbing (component 3.3) to the back cover with three tacks, one centred on the fabric and one on each corner of the fabric. Tack the free ends of the webbing with a box-X with ends double folded. Top stitch through the inside and back outer covers, 80 mm from the foam access zipper (component 6.6).






Figure A.17 – Attaching the waist belt

3.2.7.2 Lace the 1867 mm black waist belt webbing (component 3.3) through the slide adjusters (component 6.2) on each waist belt assembly.

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Figure A.18 – Completed RTD cover and hardware






3.3 Inserting the front foam Slide the front foam inserts (components 2.2.1 and 2.2.2) under the interior fabric retainers for foam inserts 1 (component 1.7). Slide the interior fabric retainers for foam inserts 2 (component 1.8) through the slot in the front foam inserts (components 2.1.1 and 2.1.2). Wrap the interior fabric retainer for foam inserts around the foam insert so that the retainer passes around the front of the RTD as shown in figure A.19. Close the hook and loop fastener. Close the zipper (component 6.7).

` Key 1 Interior fabric retainers for foam inserts 1 (component 1.7) 2 Interior fabric retainers for foam inserts 2 (component 1.8) 3 Slot (cut through foam)

__________________________________________ Figure A.19 – Inserting the front foam

3.4 Validation The proper assembly of the RTD should be verified according to the Guidelines developed by the Organization*.

* Refer to the Guidelines for validating the construction of a completed adult lifejacket reference test devices

(RTDs) (MSC.1/Circ.1470).

Front

2

3

1

Back






Key: 1 Foam at initial setup 2 Centre load 3 Load 4 Foam bridge deflection after 30 s

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Figure A.20 – Foam bridge deflection test

Table A.1 – Specifications for the foam bridge deflection test Dimension shown in figure A.20 Load mass

Foam type a

(Length) mm

(Not shown) (Width)

mm

b (Thickness)

mm

c (Span)

mm

d (Load width)

mm

e (Deflection)

mm kg

Stiff 394 110 83 300 120 20 8.6

Soft 394 110 45 150 30 25 0.75






Table A.2 – Parts, quantity and assembly

Component Description Quantity See Figure Construction notes

1 Cover fabric 420 denier nylon, with ravel resistant coating, orange

1.1 Front outer cover 1 A.21

1.2 Back outer cover 1 A.21

1.3 Inside cover 1 A.22

1.4 Centre gusset 2 A.23

1.5 Collar, outer and inside cover

2 A.24

1.6 Fabric reinforcement 4 A.25

A.33

Attach to inside of collar cover, as attachment 1, for reinforcement at webbing attachment (see figure A.33).

1.7 Interior fabric retainers for foam inserts 1

2 A.26

A.1

Attach to inside of front cover, as attachment 3, stitch to cover at each side to form a foam retainer for inside front foam insert components 2.2.1 and 2.2.2 (see figure A.1).

1.8 Interior fabric retainers for foam inserts 2

2 A.26

A.3

Attach hoop and loop fasteners to the ends and stitch at centre to the inside of front cover, as attachment 4, to form a foam retainer for front foam insert components 2.1.1 and 2.1.2 (see figure A.3).

2 Foam

2.1 Stiff See tables A.1 and A.3

2.1.1 Front foam insert, right side

81 mm thick 1 A.27

2.1.2 Front foam insert, left side

81 mm thick 1 A.27

2.1.3 Collar foam insert 56 mm thick 1 A.29

2.2 Soft See tables A.1 and A.3

2.2.1 Inside front foam insert, right side

46 mm thick 1 A.28

2.2.2 Inside front foam insert, left side

46 mm thick 1 A.28

2.2.3 Back foam insert 25 mm thick 1 A.30






Table A.2 (continued)

Component Description Quantity See Figure Construction notes

3 Webbing 25 mm, polypropylene, with easy adjustment and no significant slippage when used with the specified hardware.

3.1 Chest strap 127 mm, black 2 A.11 A.31

On left side of front cover, attach webbing with male buckle. On right side of front cover attach webbing with female buckle. The free ends of the chest strap are folded under the yellow webbing (collar attachment webbing), with reinforcing fabric (see figure A.25) on inside of cover fabric. A box-x stitch is used to attach the chest strap to the front cover.

3.2 Waist belt 203 mm, black 2 A.12 A.31

On left side attach waist belt with slide and buckle clip waist belt. On right side attach bottom belt with D-ring and slide.

3.3 Waist belt 1,867 mm, black 1 A.31 A.32 A.17

Form 40 mm tab on each end. Attach to back cover using three box-x stitches (after front and back covers are assembled).

3.4 Belt-loop on front cover

76 mm, black 2 A.31 A.8

Attach webbing to front outer cover and form a belt-loop (one on each side) by two sets of double bar tack stitches.

3.5 Belt-loop on inside cover

89 mm, black 2 A.32 A.4

Attach webbing to inside cover and form a belt-loop (one on each side) by two box-x stitches.

3.6 Collar attachment 1,384 mm, yellow 1 A.14 A.6

A.31 A.33

Attach webbing to collar and reinforcing fabric, in two places using box-x stitch.

4 Hook and loop fastener

50 mm 70 mm, black generic

2 A.2 A.26

Hook and loop fasteners are attached to the ends of interior fabric retainer for foam insert.

5 Thread Generic synthetic AR 6 Hardware 6.1 Buckle Male and female

25 mm, plastic 1 Chest strap

6.2 Slide Adjuster 25 mm, plastic 2 Waist belt 6.3 Snap hook 25 mm, SS, 1,600 N

single-end strength 1 Waist belt

6.4 D-ring 25 mm, SS, 1,600 N single-end strength

2 Waist belt

6.5 Zipper 280 mm, open-ended, plastic (zipper chain and pulls)

1 A.6 A.33

Foam access for collar cover

6.6 Zipper 370 mm, plastic (zipper chain and pulls)

1 A.9 A.31

Foam access for back cover

6.7 Zipper 440 mm, plastic (zipper chain and pulls)

2 A.15 A.31 A.32

Foam access for front cover






Table A.2 – Foam insert specifications

Values in Newton (N) Front right Front left Inside front right Inside front left Back Collar

Foam typea Stiff Stiff Soft Soft Soft Stiff

Buoyancyb 34 1,1 34 1,1 17,75 0,65 17,75 0,65 18,5 0,7 28 0,8

a The buoyancy of most foams will change over time with the greatest change occurring in the first several months after manufacture. The exact kind of foam selected will need to be evaluated to determine the amount of additional buoyancy needed at the time of manufacture to maintain the values specified.

b Buoyancy distribution: 69% front 1.5 percentage points.

Table A.3 – List of dimensions shown in figures A.21 to A.33

Dimensions in millimetres

Letter Figure

A.21 A.22 A.23 A.24 A.25 A.26

A.27 A.28 A.29 A.30 A.31 A.32 A.33

a 66 298 23 308 73 198 76 20 188 120 138 19

b 298 100 497 75 73 46 46 56 274 18 18 155

c 427 1106 586 10 130 76 394 51 414 35 35 53

d 430 199 102 288 205 84 38 216 343 55 295 25

e 423 398 342 72 76 51 229 147 95 55 45

f 141 597 396 470 157 165 259 223 320

g 100 1124 65 394 45 90

R 51 70

h 705 141 46 40

i 199 8 55

j 398 20 225

k 197 20 80

l 723 76

m 176 46

n 245 38

o 165

p 25






Table A.5 – List of dimensions shown in figures A.35 and A.36

Dimensions in millimetres

Figure Dimension

a b c d e f g h i j k l

A.35 450 530 980a 90 60 340 20 310 70 50 60 260

A.36 260 340 230 120 215 210 60 290

m n o p q r

A.35 240 270 130 80 70 30

A.36

a Dimension c in figure A.35 dimensions a b (i.e. dart closed).

Key: 1 Dart

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Figure A.11 – Outer cover, front and back sections

n

m






Key: 1 Dart

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Figure A.22 – Inside cover






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Figure A.23 – Centre gusset

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Figure A.24 – Outer and inside cover, collar

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Figure A.25 – Fabric reinforcement

b






Key: 1 Fabric retainer for the front soft foam insert

2 Fabric retainer for the soft and stiff foam inserts 3 Hook and loop fastener (hook portion) 4 Hook and loop fastener (loop portion)

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Figure A.26 – Interior foam retainer

Key: 1 Slot (cut through foam insert) α 45°

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Figure A.27 – Front foam insert

2

3 4

e

f






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Figure A.28 – Inside front foam insert

Key: 1 Skive 2 Side towards body

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Figure A.29 – Collar foam insert

R






____________________________________________________________ Figure A.30 – Back foam insert






Key: 1 Waist belt (1,867 mm) attachment to outside of back cover 2 Belt loop webbing (76 mm) attachment to outside of front cover 3 Chest strap (webbing (127 mm)) attachment to outside of front cover 4 Waist belt (203 mm) attachment to outside of front cover 5 Zipper (440 mm) attachment to front 6 Zipper (370 mm) attachment to the front and back covers 7 Dart 8 Collar webbing (1,384 mm) attachment to outside of front cover

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Figure A.31 – Attachments to front and back cover (dimensions on pattern, before sewing)






Key: 1 Waist belt (1,867 mm) attachment to outside of back cover and inside cover (see figure A.31) 2 Zipper (440 mm) attachment 3 Interior fabric retainer attachment to inside front cover 4 Interior fabric retainer attachment to centre of inside front cover 5 Belt loop webbing (89 mm) attachment to outside of cover 6 Dart

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Figure A.32 – Attachments to inside cover (dimensions on pattern, before sewing)






Key: 1 Collar webbing (1,384 mm) attachment on the outside of the inner cover with reinforcement fabric inside 2 Zipper (280 mm) attachment to the outer and inner covers

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Figure A.33 – Attachments to outer and inside collar cover (dimensions on pattern, before sewing)

Figure A.34 – Assembly views of finished RTD






` Key: 1 Dart at shoulder seam; shown spread out 2 Seam line and side zipper location

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Figure A.35 – Assembly dimensions of finished RTD body with collar removed

Key: 1 Collar attachment webbing 2 Nearest point of attachment to chest of vest 3 Centre of neck seam on vest 4 Assembly seam in neck of vest

Note: h is measured along the webbing to the nearest point of attachment.

___________________________________________________________ Figure A.36 – Assembly dimensions of finished RTD collar"

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PERFORMANCE STANDARDS FOR SHIPBORNE BEIDOU SATELLITE NAVIGATION

SYSTEM (BDS) RECEIVER EQUIPMENT



ANNEX 18

RESOLUTION MSC.379(93)

(adopted on 16 May 2014)

PERFORMANCE STANDARDS FOR SHIPBORNE BEIDOU SATELLITE NAVIGATION SYSTEM (BDS) RECEIVER EQUIPMENT

THE MARITIME SAFETY COMMITTEE, RECALLING Article 28(b) of the Convention on the International Maritime Organization concerning the functions of the Committee, RECALLING ALSO resolution A.886(21), by which the Assembly resolved that the function of adopting performance standards and technical specifications, as well as amendments thereto shall be performed by the Maritime Safety Committee and/or the Marine Environment Protection Committee, as appropriate, on behalf of the Organization, RECALLING FURTHER that, in accordance with resolution A.1046(27), containing the IMO policy for the recognition and acceptance of suitable radionavigation systems intended for international use, the "Revised Report on the Study of a Worldwide Radionavigation System", the BDS satellite navigation system may be recognized as a possible component of the world-wide radionavigation system, NOTING that shipborne receiving equipment for the worldwide radionavigation system should be designed to satisfy the detailed requirements of the particular system concerned, RECOGNIZING the need to develop performance standards for shipborne BDS receiver equipment in order to ensure the operational reliability of such equipment and taking into account the technological progress and experience gained, HAVING CONSIDERED the recommendation made by the Sub-Committee on Safety of Navigation, at its fifty-ninth session, 1 ADOPTS the performance standards for shipborne BDS receiver equipment, set out in the annex to the present resolution; 2 RECOMMENDS Governments to ensure that BDS receiver equipment installed on or after 1 July 2016 conform to performance standards not inferior to those specified in the annex to the present resolution.






ANNEX

PERFORMANCE STANDARDS FOR SHIPBORNE BEIDOU SATELLITE NAVIGATION SYSTEM (BDS) RECEIVER EQUIPMENT

1 Introduction 1.1 As a global navigation satellite system compatible with other navigation satellite systems worldwide, the BDS is a system independently developed and operated by China and is comprised of three major components: space constellation, ground control segment and user terminals. The space constellation consists of five geosynchronous earth orbit (GEO) satellites and 27 medium-earth orbit (MEO) satellites and three inclined geosynchronous satellite orbit (IGSO) satellites. The GEO satellites are positioned at longitudes of 058.75° E, 080° E, 110.5° E, 140° E and 160° E, respectively. The MEO satellites are operating in an orbit with an altitude of 21,500 km and an inclination of 55°, which are evenly distributed in three orbital planes. The IGSO satellites are operating in an orbit with an altitude of 36,000 km and an inclination of 55°, which are evenly distributed in three inclined geosynchronous orbital planes. The subsatellite track for the three IGSO satellites are coincided while the longitude of the intersection point is at 118° E. This geometry ensures that a minimum of four satellites are visible to users worldwide with a position dilution of precision (PDOP) ≤ 6. Each satellite transmits open service signal B1I on "L" bands with carrier frequency as 1561.098 MHz. B1I signal includes ranging code which could provide the open service. A navigation data message is superimposed on this code. BDS satellites are identified by Code Division Multiple Access (CDMA). 1.2 The BDS Open Service (OS) provides positioning, navigation and timing services, free of direct user charges. The BDS receiver equipment should be capable of receiving and processing the open service signal. 1.3 BDS receiver equipment intended for navigational purposes on ships with a speed not exceeding 70 knots, in addition to the general requirements specified in resolution A.694(17)1, should comply with the following minimum performance requirements. 1.4 The standards cover the basic requirements of position fixing, determination of course over ground (COG), speed over ground (SOG) and timing, either for navigation purposes or as input to other functions. The standards do not cover other computational facilities which may be in the equipment nor cover the requirements for other systems that may take input from the BDS receiver. 2 BDS receiver equipment 2.1 The term "BDS receiver equipment" as used in the performance standards includes all the components and units necessary for the system to properly perform its intended functions. The BDS receiver equipment should include the following minimum facilities:

.1 antenna capable of receiving BDS signals; .2 BDS receiver and processor; .3 means of accessing the computed latitude/longitude position;

1 Refer to publication IEC 60945.






.4 data control and interface; and .5 position display and, if required, other forms of output.

If BDS forms part of an approved Integrated Navigation System (INS), requirements of 2.1.3, 2.1.4, 2.1.5 may be provided within the INS. 2.2 The antenna design should be suitable for fitting at a position on the ship which ensures a clear view of the satellite constellation, taking into consideration any obstructions that might exist on the ship. 3 Performance standards for BDS receiver equipment The BDS receiver equipment should:

.1 be capable of receiving and processing the BDS positioning and velocity, and timing signals, and should use the ionospheric model broadcast to the receiver by the constellation to generate ionospheric corrections;

.2 provide position information in latitude and longitude in degrees, minutes

and thousandths of minutes2;

.3 provide time referenced to universal time coordinated UTC (NTSC)3;

.4 be provided with at least two outputs from which position information, UTC, course over ground (COG), speed over ground (SOG) and alarms can be supplied to other equipment. The output of position information should be based on the WGS 84 datum and should be in accordance with international standards4. The output of UTC, course over ground (COG), speed over ground (SOG) and alarms should be consistent with the requirements of 3.15 and 3.17;

.5 have static accuracy such that the position of the antenna is determined to

be within 25 m horizontally (95%) and 30 m vertically (95%);

.6 have dynamic accuracy equivalent to the static accuracy specified in .5 above under the normal sea states and motion experienced in ships5;

.7 have position information in latitude and longitude in degrees, minutes and

thousandths of minutes with a position resolution equal to or better than 0.001 min of latitude and longitude;

.8 be capable of selecting automatically the appropriate satellite-transmitted

signals to determine the ship's position and velocity, and time with the required accuracy and update rate;

2 BeiDou uses China Geodetic Coordinate System (CGCS) 2000 which is a realization of the International

Terrestrial Reference Frame (ITRF) system and differs from WGS 84 by less than 5 cm worldwide. Conversion to WGS 84 is not needed for maritime navigation.

3 China National Time Service Centre. 4 Publication IEC 61162. 5 Refer to resolution A.694(17), publications IEC 6721-3-6 and IEC 60945.






.9 be capable of acquiring satellite signals with input signals having carrier levels in the range of -130dBm to -120dBm. Once the satellite signals have been acquired, the equipment should continue to operate satisfactorily with satellite signals having carrier levels down to -133dBm;

.10 be capable of operating satisfactorily under normal interference conditions

consistent with the requirements of resolution A.694(17);

.11 be capable of acquiring position, velocity and time to the required accuracy within 12 min where there is no valid almanac data;

.12 be capable of acquiring position, velocity and time to the required accuracy

within 1 min where there is valid almanac data;

.13 be capable of reacquiring position, velocity and time to the required accuracy within 1 min when there has been a service interruption of 60 s or less;

.14 generate and output to a display and digital interface6 a new position

solution at least once every 1 s for conventional craft and at least once every 0.5 s for high-speed craft;

.15 provide the COG, SOG and UTC outputs, with a validity mark aligned with

that on the position output. The accuracy requirements for COG and SOG should not be inferior to the relevant performance standards for heading7 and speed and distance measuring equipment (SDME)8 and the accuracy should be obtained under the various dynamic conditions that could be experienced on board ships;

.16 provide at least one normally closed contact, which should indicate failure

of the BDS receiver equipment;

.17 have a bidirectional interface to facilitate communication so that alarms can be transferred to external systems and so that audible alarms from the BDS receiver can be acknowledged from external systems; the interface should comply with the relevant international standards6; and

.18 have the facilities to process differential BDS (DBDS) data fed to it in

accordance with the standards of ITU-R9 and the appropriate RTCM standard and provide indication of the reception of DBDS signals and whether they are being applied to the ship's position. When a BDS receiver is equipped with a differential receiver, performance standards for static and dynamic accuracies (paragraphs 3.5 and 3.6 above) should be 10 m (95%).

4 Integrity checking, failure warnings and status indications 4.1 The BDS receiver equipment should also indicate whether the performance of BDS is outside the bounds of requirements for general navigation in the ocean, coastal, port approach and restricted waters, and inland waterway phases of the voyage as specified in either resolution A.1046(27) or appendix 2 to resolution A.915(22) and any subsequent amendments, as appropriate.

6 Publication IEC 61162. 7 Resolution A.424(XI) for conventional craft and resolution A.821(19) for high-speed craft. 8 Resolution A.824(19), as amended by resolution MSC.96(72). 9 ITU-R Recommendation M.823.






4.2 The BDS receiver equipment should, as a minimum:

.1 provide a warning within 5 s of loss of position or if a new position based on the information provided by the BDS constellation has not been calculated for more than 1 s for conventional craft and 0.5 s for high-speed craft. Under such conditions the last known position and the time of last valid fix, with the explicit indication of the state allowing for no ambiguity, should be output until normal operation is resumed;

.2 use Receiver Autonomous Integrity Monitoring (RAIM) to provide integrity

performance appropriate to the operation being undertaken; and .3 provide a self-test function.

5 Protection Precautions should be taken to ensure that no permanent damage can result from an accidental short circuit or grounding of the antenna or any of its input or output connections or any of the BDS receiver equipment inputs or outputs for a duration of five minutes.

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ANNEX 1

RESOLUTION MSC.380(94) (adopted on 21 November 2014)

AMENDMENTS TO THE INTERNATIONAL CONVENTION

FOR THE SAFETY OF LIFE AT SEA (SOLAS), 1974, AS AMENDED

THE MARITIME SAFETY COMMITTEE, RECALLING Article 28(b) of the Convention on the International Maritime Organization concerning the functions of the Committee, RECALLING ALSO article VIII(b)(vi)(2) of the International Convention for the Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS), 1974 ("the Convention"), concerning the amendment procedure applicable to the annex to the Convention, other than to the provisions of chapter I, HAVING CONSIDERED, at its ninety-fourth session, amendments to the Convention, proposed and circulated in accordance with article VIII(b)(i) thereof, 1 ADOPTS, in accordance with article VIII(b)(iv) of the Convention, amendments to the Convention, the text of which is set out in the annex to the present resolution; 2 DETERMINES, in accordance with article VIII(b)(vi)(2)(bb) of the Convention, that the said amendments shall be deemed to have been accepted on 1 January 2016 unless, prior to that date, more than one third of the Contracting Governments to the Convention or Contracting Governments, the combined merchant fleets of which constitute not less than 50% of the gross tonnage of the world's merchant fleet, have notified to the Secretary-General of the Organization their objections to the amendments; 3 INVITES SOLAS Contracting Governments to note that, in accordance with article VIII(b)(vii)(2) of the Convention, the amendments shall enter into force on 1 July 2016 upon their acceptance in accordance with paragraph 2 above; 4 REQUESTS the Secretary-General, for the purposes of article VIII(b)(v) of the Convention, to transmit certified copies of the present resolution and the text of the amendments contained in the annex to all Contracting Governments to the Convention; and 5 ALSO REQUESTS the Secretary-General to transmit copies of this resolution and its annex to Members of the Organization which are not Contracting Governments to the Convention.



ANNEX

AMENDMENTS TO THE INTERNATIONAL CONVENTION FOR THE SAFETY OF LIFE AT SEA (SOLAS), 1974, AS AMENDED

CHAPTER II-2 CONSTRUCTION – PROTECTION, FIRE DETECTION AND FIRE EXTINCTION

Part C Suppression of fire

Regulation 10 – Fire fighting

1 The title of existing paragraph 5.2 is replaced as follows:

"5.2 Machinery spaces of category A containing internal combustion machinery"

CHAPTER VI CARRIAGE OF CARGOES AND OIL FUELS

Part A General Provisions

Regulation 2 – Cargo information

2 The following new paragraphs 4 to 6 are added after existing paragraph 3:

"4 In the case of cargo carried in a container*, except for containers carried on a chassis or a trailer when such containers are driven on or off a ro-ro ship engaged in short international voyages as defined in regulation III/3, the gross mass according to paragraph 2.1 of this regulation shall be verified by the shipper, either by:

.1 weighing the packed container using calibrated and certified equipment; or

.2 weighing all packages and cargo items, including the mass of pallets, dunnage and other securing material to be packed in the container and adding the tare mass of the container to the sum of the single masses, using a certified method approved by the competent authority of the State in which packing of the container was completed.

5 The shipper of a container shall ensure the verified gross mass** is stated in the shipping document. The shipping document shall be:

.1 signed by a person duly authorized by the shipper; and

.2 submitted to the master or his representative and to the terminal representative sufficiently in advance, as required by the master or his representative, to be used in the preparation of the ship stowage plan***.



6 If the shipping document, with regard to a packed container, does not provide the verified gross mass and the master or his representative and the terminal representative have not obtained the verified gross mass of the packed container, it shall not be loaded on to the ship. __________________ * The term "container" should be considered as having the same meaning as defined and applied

in the International Convention for Safe Containers (CSC), 1972, as amended, taking into account the Guidelines for the approval of offshore containers handled in open seas (MSC/Circ.860) and the Revised recommendations on harmonized interpretation and implementation of the International Convention for Safe Containers, 1972, as amended (CSC.1/Circ.138/Rev.1).

** Refer to the Guidelines regarding the verified gross mass of a container carrying cargo

(MSC.1/Circ.1475).

*** This document may be presented by means of EDP or EDI transmission techniques.

The signature may be an electronic signature or may be replaced by the name, in capitals, of

the person authorized to sign."

CHAPTER XI-1 SPECIAL MEASURES TO ENHANCE MARITIME SAFETY

3 The following new regulation 7 is added after existing regulation 6:

"Regulation 7 – Atmosphere testing instrument for enclosed spaces Every ship to which chapter I applies shall carry an appropriate portable atmosphere testing instrument or instruments*. As a minimum, these shall be capable of measuring concentrations of oxygen, flammable gases or vapours, hydrogen sulphide and carbon monoxide prior to entry into enclosed spaces**. Instruments carried under other requirements may satisfy this regulation. Suitable means shall be provided for the calibration of all such instruments. __________________ * Refer to the Guidelines to facilitate the selection of portable atmosphere testing instruments for

enclosed spaces as required by SOLAS regulation XI-1/7 (MSC.1/Circ.1477).

** Refer to the Revised recommendations for entering enclosed spaces aboard ships

(resolution A.1050(27))."



APPENDIX

CERTIFICATES

Record of Equipment for Cargo Ship Safety (Form C) Record of Equipment for Cargo Ship Safety (Form E)

4 Section 2 of the Record of Equipment for Cargo Ship Safety (Form C) and the Record of Equipment for Cargo Ship Safety (Form E), is replaced with the following:

"2 Details of life-saving appliances

1 Total number of persons for which life-saving appliances are provided ……………

2 Total number of davit launched lifeboats 2.1 Total number of persons accommodated by

them 2.2 Number of self-righting partially enclosed

lifeboats (regulation III/431) 2.3 Number of totally enclosed lifeboats

(regulation III/31 and LSA Code, section 4.6) 2.4 Number of lifeboats with a self-contained air

support system (regulation III/31 and LSA Code, section 4.8)

2.5 Number of fire-protected lifeboats (regulation III/31 and LSA Code, section 4.9)

2.6 Other lifeboats 2.6.1 Number 2.6.2 Type

Port Side Starboard Side

………………. ………………. ………………. ………………. ………………. ………………. ………………. ……………….

……………….. ……………….. ………………. ………………. ………………. ………………. ………………. ……………….

3 Total number of free-fall lifeboats 3.1 Total number of persons accommodated by

them 3.2 Number of totally enclosed lifeboats

(regulation III/31 and LSA Code, section 4.7) 3.3 Number of lifeboats with a self-contained air

support system (regulation III/31 and LSA Code, section 4.8)

3.4 Number of fire-protected lifeboats (regulation III/31 and LSA Code, section 4.9)

………………..…………………… ………………..…………………… ………………..…………………… ………………..…………………… ………………..……………………

4 Number of motor lifeboats (included in the total lifeboats shown in 2 and 3 above)

…………………………………

4.1 Number of lifeboats fitted with searchlights ………………………………… 5 Number of rescue boats ………………………………… 5.1 Number of boats which are included in the

total lifeboats shown in 2 and 3 above

………………………………… 6 Liferafts ………………………………… 6.1 Those for which approved launching

appliances are required

………………………………… 6.1.1 Number of liferafts …………………………………

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1 Refer to the 1983 amendments to SOLAS (MSC.6(48)), applicable to ships constructed on or after 1 July 1986, but before 1 July 1998.



2 Details of life-saving appliances (continued) 1 Total number of persons for which life-saving appliances are provided ……………

Port Side Starboard Side

6.1.2 Number of persons accommodated by them

…………………………………

6.2 Those for which approved launching appliances are not required

…………………………………

6.2.1 Number of liferafts ………………………………… 6.2.2 Number of persons accommodated by

them …………………………………

6.3 Number of liferafts required by regulation III/31.1.4

…………………………………

7 Number of lifebuoys ………………………………… 8 Number of lifejackets ………………………………… 9 Immersion suits ………………………………… 9.1 Total number ………………………………… 9.2 Number of suits complying with the

requirements for lifejackets …………………………………

10 Number of anti-exposure suits ………………………………… 11 Radio installations used in life-saving

appliances …………………………………

11.1 Number of search and rescue locating devices

…………………………………

11.1.1 Radar search and rescue transponders (SART)

…………………………………

11.1.2 AIS search and rescue transmitters (AIS-SART)

…………………………………

11.2 Number of two-way VHF radiotelephone apparatus

…………………………………

"

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MSC.1/Circ.1260/Rev.1 23 May 2014

UNIFIED INTERPRETATIONS OF COLREG 1972, AS AMENDED

1 The Maritime Safety Committee, at its eighty-fourth session (7 to 16 May 2008), with a view to providing more specific guidance for certain rules, which are open to different interpretations contained in IMO instruments, approved the unified interpretations of COLREG 1972, as amended, prepared by the Sub-Committee on Safety of Navigation. 2 The Maritime Safety Committee, at its ninety-third session (14 to 23 May 2014), reviewed and approved a revised unified interpretation of annex I, section 9(b) – Horizontal sectors of COLREG 1972, as amended, prepared by the Sub-Committee on Safety of Navigation at its fifty-ninth session (2 to 6 September 2013), as set out in the annex. 3 Member Governments are invited to use the annexed unified interpretations with respect to Rule 27(b)(i) and annex I, section 3(b) as guidance when applying relevant provisions of COLREGs to vessels constructed on or after 1 January 2009, whilst the revised unified interpretation with respect to annex I, section 9(b) be used as guidance to vessels constructed on or after 1 July 2015 and to bring the unified interpretations to the attention of all parties concerned. 4 This circular revokes MSC.1/Circ.1260 and MSC.1/Circ.1260/Corr.1.

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MSC.1/Circ.1260/Rev.1 Annex, page 1

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UNIFIED INTERPRETATIONS OF COLREG 1972, AS AMENDED Rule 27(b)(i) – Vessels not under command or restricted in their ability to manoeuvre "Not under command" (NUC) all-round red lights (Rule 27(a)(i)) may be used as part of the "Restricted Ability to Manoeuvre" (RAM) lights provided the vertical and horizontal distances required by COLREG 1972 are complied with and the electrical system is arranged so that the all-round white light (RAM) may be switched on independently from the two all-round red lights (NUC). Annex I, section 3(b) – Horizontal positioning and spacing of lights The term "near the side" is interpreted as being a distance of not more than 10 per cent of the breadth of the vessel inboard from the side, up to a maximum of 1 metre. Where the application of above requirement is impractical (e.g. small ships with superstructure of reduced width), exemption may be given on the basis of the flag State Administration's acceptance. Annex I, section 9(b) – Horizontal sectors 1 In order to comply with the one (1) mile requirement in 9(b)(ii), the screening of each all-round light shall be as follows:

13602

where : Screened angle of one all-round light : Screened angle of the other all-round light 2 Screenings details and the arrangement of obstacles are to be considered when carrying out the drawing approval process.

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MSC.1/Circ.1478 19 May 2014

UNIFIED INTERPRETATION ON THE APPLICATION OF THE PERFORMANCE STANDARD FOR ALTERNATIVE MEANS OF CORROSION PROTECTION FOR CARGO

OIL TANKS OF CRUDE OIL TANKERS (RESOLUTION MSC.289(87))

1 The Maritime Safety Committee, at its ninety-third session (14 to 23 May 2014), with a view to providing specific guidance on the application of the relevant requirements of the Performance standard for alternative means of corrosion protection for cargo oil tanks of crude oil tankers, as adopted by resolution MSC.289(87), approved the Unified interpretation on the application of the Performance standard for alternative means of corrosion protection for cargo oil tanks of crude oil tankers (resolution MSC.289(87), prepared by the Sub-Committee on Ship Design and Construction, at its first session (20 to 24 January 2014). 2 Member Governments are invited to use the annexed Unified Interpretations as guidance when applying relevant provisions of the Performance standard for alternative means of corrosion protection for cargo oil tanks of crude oil tankers and to bring them to the attention of all parties concerned.

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MSC.1/Circ.1478 Annex, page 1


ANNEX

UNIFIED INTERPRETATION ON THE APPLICATION OF THE PERFORMANCE STANDARD FOR ALTERNATIVE MEANS OF CORROSION PROTECTION

FOR CARGO OIL TANKS OF CRUDE OIL TANKERS, AS SET OUT

IN THE ANNEX TO THE ANNEX OF RESOLUTION MSC.289(87) Paragraph 2.1 – General principles 1 Normal and higher strength Corrosion Resistant Steels as defined within this Unified Interpretation, is steel whose corrosion resistance performance in the bottom or top of the internal cargo oil tank is tested and approved to satisfy the requirements in resolution MSC.289(87) in addition to other relevant requirements for ship material, structure strength and construction. It is not the intention of this document to suggest that Corrosion Resistant Steels be used for corrosion resistant applications in other areas of a ship. 2 Corrosion Resistant Steels are similar to conventional ship construction steels in terms of chemical composition and mechanical properties. 3 The weldability of Corrosion Resistant Steels is similar to the weldability of conventional ship construction steels and, therefore, normal shipyard welding requirements in terms of qualification by the approval of welding consumables and welding procedure qualification also apply. Paragraph 2.2 – Technical File 1 The shipbuilder is to prepare and submit the Technical File to the Administration for verification. If the applicable corrosion protection method varies for different locations, the information required for the Technical File is to include each location and corrosion protection method separately. Once verified, one copy of the Technical File is to be placed on board the ship. The following construction records are to be included in the Technical File: 1.1 The copy of the Type Approval Certificate. 1.2 Other technical data is to include:

(a) Detail of the brand of welding consumables and welding process used. (b) Repair method. Only to be included when specially recommended by the

manufacturer of corrosion resistant steel.

1.3 Application records

(a) Areas of application/location of corrosion resistant steel. (b) Brand of corrosion resistant steel and thickness.

Note: Items (a) and (b) above may be substituted by the information given in the hull-related approved drawings. However, each brand of corrosion resistant steel used and its location is to be indicated on the approved drawings, the drawings are to be included in the Technical File. 1.4 The test certificates and actual measured values of plate thickness of each corrosion resistant steel, and individual welding conditions need not be included.



2 After the ship enters service, the shipowner or operator is to maintain repair data in the Technical File for review by the Administration. The information required is to include each location and corrosion protection method separately. These records should include: 2.1 Where repairs are made in service to the cargo oil tank in which corrosion resistant steel is used, the following information is to be added to the Technical File:

(a) areas of repair work; (b) repair method (replacement by corrosion resistant steel or coating); (c) records of the brand of corrosion resistant steel used, plate thickness and

welding consumables (brand name and welding method) if corrosion resistant steel is used; and

(d) records in accordance with the Performance standard for protective coatings

for cargo oil tanks of crude oil tankers (resolution MSC.288(87)), if coating is used.

2.2 Repairs that require records to be maintained as mentioned in paragraph 2.1 above include the following:

(a) replacement by corrosion resistant steel; (b) application of coating on members in which corrosion resistant steel is used

(including cases where corrosion resistant steel is replaced with conventional steel and coating); (Note 1) and

(c) repairs of pitted parts.(Note 2)

Note 1: Details of coating on repairs to corrosion resistant steel are to be recorded in the Corrosion Resistant Steel Technical File. In such cases, duplicates of these coating records do not need to be included in the Coating Technical File. Note 2: The wastage limit of the pitted part or area is to be as deemed appropriate by the classification society and/or Administration. However, the standard value of the permissible wastage amount is to be taken as about 40% of the original thickness. In this case weld repairs are required. Only welding consumables approved for the relevant corrosion resistant steel are to be used. The full depth of the pitting is to be filled up by the weld metal. If non-approved welding consumables are used, an appropriate area around the repaired part is to be coated suitably after the repairs in accordance with the IMO Performance standard for protective coatings for cargo oil tanks of crude oil tankers. 2.3 Plate thickness records during periodical surveys need not be recorded in the Technical File. Paragraph 3.3 – Special application 1 Where other items of structure, such as appurtenances, are not clearly identified, the application of the PSPC-COT Alt to these items is described here. 1.1 Means of access, to be used for ship inspections, which are not integral to the ship structure.



1.1.1 Permanent means of access which are not integral to the ship's structure include:

- ladders - rails - independent platforms - steps

1.1.2 Appropriate corrosion protection measures are to be adopted for permanent means of access mentioned in paragraph 1.1.1 above. 1.1.3 When corrosion resistant steel is used, in principle, a corrosion resistant steel of the same brand as used in the main structure is to be used for the means of access and the attachments. 1.1.4 When conventional steel is used, and is welded to corrosion resistant steel, corrosion protection measures for the attachment and weld are recommended to be in accordance with the Performance standard for protective coatings for cargo oil tanks of crude oil tankers (resolution MSC.288(87)). 1.1.5 Other corrosion protection measures are to be left to the discretion of the Administration. 1.1.6 Where other corrosion protection measures other than those stated above, for example cathodic protection are used, the performance of the corrosion resistant steel of the surrounding structure is not to be impaired. 1.2 Access arrangements integral to the ship's structure 1.2.1 The phrase "Access arrangements that are integral to the ship structure" in paragraph 3.2.2 of the annex to the Performance standard for alternative means of corrosion protection for cargo oil tanks of crude oil tankers (resolution MSC.289(87)) means access arrangements integral to the ship structure such as the items mentioned below, for access in the cargo oil tanks of crude oil tankers.

- Stiffeners and girders with increased depth for walkways 1.2.2 Appropriate corrosion protection measures are to be adopted for access arrangement given in paragraph 1.2.1. If coating is applied, the provisions of the Performance standard for protective coatings for cargo oil tanks (resolution MSC.288(87)) are to be followed. If corrosion resistant steel is used on the above arrangements, in principle, corrosion resistant steel of the same brand/type as that used in the cargo oil tanks of crude oil tankers, is to be used. 1.3 Supporting members, etc. 1.3.1 It is recommended that pipes and supporting members for measuring equipment or outfitting items that are not strength members of the hull be protected either by coating or by use of corrosion resistant steel in accordance with the provisions of paragraph 1.1.4. 1.4 Work attachments 1.4.1 In the case of attachments (conventional steel) used only during construction work such as hanging pieces, if welding consumables which are not indicated on the Type Approval Certificate of the corrosion resistant steel are used, it is recommended that the welded part is coated in accordance with figure 3.3.1.



Figure 3.3.1 Range of coating when work

attachments are welded to corrosion resistant steel

Paragraph 3.2 – Area of application 1 Structural members in the COT that require protection measures against corrosion are specified in the Performance standard for alternative means of corrosion protection for cargo oil tanks of crude oil tankers (resolution MSC.289(87). 2 Different methods of corrosion protection (coating and corrosion resistant steel) may be adopted for (a) and (b) above. Moreover, a combination of different corrosion protection methods may be used for each of the structural members within the areas identified by (a) and (b). 3 Acceptable combinations of corrosion protection methods are shown in table 1.

Table 1 – Acceptable combinations of corrosion protection methods

Member Lower surface of strength deck (a) Upper surface of inner bottom plating (b)

Corrosion protection method

Case 1 Corrosion resistant steel – Brand A* Corrosion resistant steel – Brand B*

Case 2 Coating Corrosion resistant steel – Brand B*

Case 3 Corrosion resistant steel – Brand A* Coating

Case 4 Corrosion resistant steel – Brand C* Corrosion resistant steel – Brand C*

*Corrosion Resistant Steel and coating may be used on the same member. 4 If different corrosion protection methods (coating and corrosion resistant steel) are selected for either (a) or (b), the selected procedure for each member is to comply with the relevant performance standards. 5 Where corrosion resistant steel is used it is to be type approved by the Administration.



Figure 3.4.1 6 Where different brands of corrosion resistant steels are used in the same structural member, see figure 3.4.1, the weld joining the two different steels is to be coated. Coating is to be in accordance with the Performance standard for protective coatings for cargo oil tanks of crude oil tankers (resolution MSC.288(87)). However, coating of the weld is not required if the welding consumable used to produce the weld has been subject to the necessary corrosion tests. In such a case, a type approval certificate is required for the both steel brands in association with the welding consumable used. 7 When corrosion resistant steel and conventional steel are used together in an area where corrosion protection is necessary, see figure 3.4.2, the conventional steel and the weld is to be coated in accordance with the Performance standard for protective coatings for cargo oil tanks of crude oil tankers (resolution MSC.288(87)),

Figure 3.4.2 8 Where the welding consumable used is different from that indicated on the Type Approval Certificate of corrosion resistant steel, the weld is to be coated in accordance with the Performance standard for protective coatings for cargo oil tanks of crude oil tankers (resolution MSC.288(87)), see figure 3.4.3.

Figure 3.4.3



Paragraph 4 – Approval 1 Approval procedure 1.1 The steel must be approved and graded accordingly. 1.2 The approval procedure for corrosion testing of corrosion resistant steel is described in the annex to the Performance standard for alternative means of corrosion protection for cargo oil tanks of crude oil tankers (resolution MSC.289(87)). 1.3 The Administration's approval is not needed for the testing laboratory where a surveyor of the Administration is present at specified stages to witness the approval tests. 1.4 In the case where the Administration is not present at specified stages to witness the approval tests, the testing laboratory is to be approved. 1.5 Where the scope of approval changes, for example for additions to the applicable welding consumables, the effects of these changes are to be subjected to corrosion resistance tests for the welded joints specified in the annex to the Performance standard for alternative means of corrosion protection for cargo oil tanks of crude oil tankers (resolution MSC.289(87)). 2 Type Approval Certificate 2.1 The Type Approval Certificate for approved corrosion resistant steel is to include the following items: (a) brand name, manufacturer and certificate number; (b) steel grade and area of application designation; (c) chemical composition range (including additive and/or controlling element

percentages to improve corrosion resistance); (d) maximum thickness; (e) steelmaking process; (f) casting process; (g) delivery condition; (h) brand of welding consumables and welding method; and (i) period of validity of approval. 2.2 The Type Approval Certificate is valid for a maximum period of 5 years from the date of approval. When the renewal of approval is carried out, the period of validity will be a maximum period of 5 years from the next day after the expiry date of the previous validity.



Paragraph 5 – Inspection and verification requirements 1 General requirements 1.1 The general requirements are as follows: (a) Corrosion resistant steel type approved by the Administration is to be used. (b) Welding consumables used are to be the Brand specified on the type approval

certificate. (c) Welding work is to be implemented according to the approved welding

procedure. (d) The correct use of corrosion resistant steel is verified by engineering review

and survey. (e) The shipbuilder is to prepare a Technical File after the construction work has

been completed, and submit it to the Administration for verification. (f) The Technical File is to be maintained on board the ship. 1.2 If any of the items in 1.1(a) to 1.1(f) above are not complied with, the Administration notifies the shipbuilder immediately who confirms the corrective action to be followed and its completion. A SOLAS Safety Construction Certificate should not be issued until all required corrective actions have been closed to the satisfaction of the Administration. 2 Procedure applicable to new ships 2.1. Product inspection is to be carried out as part of material certification. The control range of the chemical composition is determined as follows: 2.1.1 The manufacturer is to supply data relating to the control of applicable chemical elements that the manufacturer has intentionally added or is controlling to improve corrosion resistance. Upper and lower limits for all such elements and any relationship between these elements are to be disclosed. The manufacturer is to obtain the Administration's approval for these additions and the relationships. 2.1.2 The effect of variation of each element is to be assessed by using sufficient corrosion tests to determine the effects of variation with variations of other elements used to enhance corrosion resistance. 2.1.3 The corrosion resistance test is to be conducted in accordance with the appendix to annex 3 to the Performance standard for the alternative means of corrosion protection for cargo oil tanks of crude oil tankers (resolution MSC.289(87)). 2.2 Survey during the construction stage 2.2.1 The Administration's surveyor is to verify that corrosion resistant steel has been used correctly at the appropriate locations. 2.2.2 The verification in 2.2.1 is to be implemented periodically, and the frequency is to be determined on assessment of quality control feedback of each shipyard. However, if some deficiency is found, the shipyard is to formulate the necessary remedial action with regard to both the deficient location and counter measures to be taken to improve inspection methods.



3 Procedure applicable to ships in service 3.1 If the repair method is described in the Technical File, repairs are to be carried out in accordance with the said method. 3.2 If corrosion resistant steel or coated member is to be replaced, the same corrosion protection method to the one used during construction is recommended. 3.3 If corrosion resistant steel is to be used during repairs, use of the corrosion resistant steel of the same brand as that used during construction is recommended. 3.4 If conventional steel is used in a corrosion resistant steel member that is to be replaced, coating is to be applied to the conventional steel. In this case, it is required that the coating complies with paragraph 3.4.3 of the Performance standard for protective coatings for crude oil tanks of crude oil tankers (resolution MSC.288(87)), see figure 3.4.2. 3.5 The application of welding consumables to be used is to be confirmed through the latest Type Approval Certificate of the relevant corrosion resistant steel to ensure conformity (brands of the welding consumables are indicated on the Type Approval Certificate). 3.6 If the welding consumables specified in the Type Approval Certificate for the corrosion resistant steel cannot be used, the weld is to be coated, see figure 3.4.3. In this case, it is required that the coating complies with paragraph 3.4.3 of the Performance standard for protective coatings for cargo oil tanks of crude oil tankers (resolution MSC.288(87)). 4 Welding Considerations 4.1 Welding workmanship standards accepted for conventional steel may be used. 4.2 An approved welding procedure is to be used for welding work as appropriate to the grades (excluding subscripts related to corrosion resistance), welding consumables, welding position and plate thickness, etc. of the corrosion resistant steel to be used. Appendix – Test procedures for qualification of corrosion resistant steel for cargo tanks in crude oil tankers 1 Test on simulated upper deck conditions 1.1 Test condition (a) The chemical composition of the conventional shipbuilding steel used for test

purposes (table 1 in the annex to the Performance standard for alternative means of corrosion protection for cargo oil tanks of crude oil tankers (resolution MSC.289(87))) is to be based on ladle analysis given in the mill certificate. Steel complying with a national standard that meets the requirements of table 1 is also acceptable.

(b) All the base material specimens should be located in one tank. Figure 2 in the

annex to the Performance Standard for alternative means of corrosion protection for cargo oil tanks of crude oil tankers (resolution MSC.289(87)) only shows locations of 20 specimens. The tank can be designed to hold 25 or more specimens; alternatively specimens can be added and removed as necessary so that the appropriate time periods are achieved within the total timescale of 98 days.



(c) Since certain factors such as control and measurement of temperature and

size of chamber may affect the corrosion rate achieved, it should be confirmed that the corrosion rate of conventional steel in the conditions and equipment of the test, satisfies the rate criteria, before carrying out corrosion test for evaluation of corrosion resistant steel.

(d) To remove specimens, the chamber is to be purged with 100% nitrogen gas

while the specimens are in the high temperature region until the specimens are dry.

(e) The cycling pattern of specimen temperature and temperature of distilled

water should be controlled such that each cycle is as identical as possible throughout the whole corrosion test period. These temperatures must be recorded. See figure App 1.

Figure App 1 – Schematic view of temperature controlling accuracy

of specimens and distilled water during corrosion test (f) The transition time, a, a*, c and c* in figure App 1 is the time from when the

cooling and heating commences until the lower or upper temperature is reached, see figure App 2. The transition of each cycle is to be as identical as possible throughout the whole corrosion test period.

Figure App 2 – Transition time definition

(g) The temperature of both the specimens and the water is to be continuously

recorded throughout the test.



(h) Welded specimens may be tested with the parent material tests or tested separately against 5 conventional steel specimens.

(i) Base material is to be prepared such that the surface to be tested is to be

taken from a position within 2 mm of one rolled surface. This surface is to be ground to bare steel and polished to 600 grit finish.

(j) For welded samples, a test assembly is to be made from the same steel cast

as the base material test in (i) but may be from a plate of different thickness. The assembly is to be welded using the process and consumable to be approved for use with the base material. The surface to be tested is to be selected such that the width of weld metal, excluding heat affected zone, is to be between 10 and 20 mm. This surface is to be ground to bare steel and polished to 600 grit finish.

(k) Specimens are to be weighed to an accuracy of ± 1 mg. (l) Where the calculated corrosion loss of conventional steel is less than

0.05 mm/year, the concentration of H2S may be increased in the simulated cargo oil tank gas. All tests will be carried out at this increased level.

(m) At least 3 values of individual weight loss of conventional steel should be in

the range of maximum X and minimum Y measured in grams. X = (0.11 x S x D)/10

Y = (0.05 x S x D)/10

Where

S = surface area (cm2)

D = density (g/cm3)

2 Test on simulated inner bottom conditions 2.1 Test condition (a) The conventional steel used should also meet the requirements of table 1 in

the annex to the Performance standard for alternative means of corrosion protection for cargo oil tanks of crude oil tankers (resolution MSC.289(87)) and interpretations 1.1 (a) above.

(b) Base material is to be prepared such that one surface is to be taken from a

position within 2 mm of one rolled surface. All surfaces are to be ground to bare steel and polished to 600 grit finish.

(c) For welded samples, a test assembly is to be made from the same steel cast

as the base material test in (e) but may be from a plate of different thickness. The assembly is to be welded using the process and consumable to be approved for use with the base material. The surface to be tested is to be selected such that the width of weld metal, excluding heat affected zone, is to be between 10 and 20 mm. This surface is to be ground to bare steel and polished to 600 grit finish.

(d) Specimens are to be weighed to an accuracy of ± 1 mg.



(e) One specimen that has a corrosion rate deviating from the average corrosion rate by more than +25% may be eliminated from the results, provided that the cause of the accelerated corrosion is demonstrated to be due to localized corrosion around the hanging hole and/or stamp (e.g. crevice corrosion, pitting corrosion, etc.).

3 Interpretation of weld discontinuity 3.1 Preparation of samples after corrosion test (a) All five samples are to be prepared as follows. (b) Two full thickness specimens approximately 20 mm long x 5 mm wide are to

be sectioned with their principle axis perpendicular to the weld fusion line. Each specimen is to be located such that the weld fusion line is located approximately at its mid length. See figure App 3.

Figure App 3 – Sectioning plan (c) The specimens are to be mounted in resin to allow polishing of the cross section.

The specimens are to be etched in Nital after polishing to reveal the fusion boundary.

(d) A photomicrograph is to be taken at a magnification of approximately 100 X. 3.2 Evaluation of depth step

(a) On the photomicrograph, construct a line A–B, perpendicular to the corrosion surface through the point where fusion line and the surface cross. See figure App 4.

Figure App 4 – Determination of corrosion depth on photomicrograph



(b) Construct two parallel lines C-D and E-F one representing the higher level, the other the lower level. Each line is to be constructed over a distance of ≥ 300 µm from line A-B on the base metal and weld metal side, respectively.

(c) Measure the distance r mm between the intersection point at line A-B and

each average surface line on the photomicrograph. (d) If the intersection point at line A-B and average surface line of welded metal

part is above that of base metal part, then the existence of step should be neglected for this sample.

(e) Calculate the depth of discontinuous step R in µm from the actual

photomicrograph magnification M as follows:

M

mmrmR

1000

3.3 Evaluation of step angle (a) Evaluation for angle of step is unnecessary if the depth of step calculated on

both samples see paragraph 3.2, are not greater than 30 µm or if either step exceeds 50 µm for a single specimen. Otherwise the angle of step is to be calculated as follows.

(b) Produce a photomicrograph at a magnification of approximately 250 X, see

figure App 5. (c) Draw an average surface line C-D for base metal part and E-F for weld metal

part. (d) Find the closest intersection point with the step of the base metal surface

profile and the constructed line C-D and the closest intersection point with the step for weld metal constructed line E-F respectively, and connect those two intersection points.

Figure App 5 – Calculation of step angle



(e) Measure the angle "a" in degrees given by the line C-D and the connected line described in paragraph d, see figure App 2.

3.4 Acceptance criteria (a) If the depth of both steps are less than or equal to 30 µm then the

measurement of angle is unnecessary, and the sample is considered to be acceptable.

(b) If the depth of steps on both photomicrographs are less than or equal to 50 µm

and in addition if both the measured angles are less than or equal to 15 degrees, then the sample is considered to be acceptable.

(c) If either of the conditions described in paragraphs a or b above are not in

compliance, the sample is considered to contain a "discontinuous surface" and fails the test.

(d) Welds should be evaluated as "without discontinuous surface" when all

5 corrosion test samples are considered acceptable.

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4 ALBERT EMBANKMENT


MSC.1/Circ.1479 19 May 2014

UNIFIED INTERPRETATION ON THE APPLICATION OF THE PERFORMANCE

STANDARD FOR PROTECTIVE COATINGS FOR CARGO OIL TANKS OF CRUDE OIL TANKERS

(RESOLUTION MSC.288(87))

1 The Maritime Safety Committee, at its ninety-third session (14 to 23 May 2014), with a view to providing specific guidance on the application of the relevant requirements of the Performance standard for protective coatings for cargo oil tanks of crude oil tankers, as adopted by resolution MSC.288(87), approved the Unified interpretation on the application of the Performance standard for protective coatings for cargo oil tanks of crude oil tankers (resolution MSC.288(87)), prepared by the Sub-Committee on Ship Design and Construction, at its first session (20 to 24 January 2014). 2 Member Governments are invited to use the annexed Unified Interpretations as guidance when applying relevant provisions of the Performance standard for protective coatings for cargo oil tanks of crude oil tankers and to bring them to the attention of all parties concerned.

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ANNEX

UNIFIED INTERPRETATION ON THE APPLICATION OF THE PERFORMANCE STANDARD FOR PROTECTIVE COATINGS FOR CARGO OIL TANKS

OF CRUDE OIL TANKERS (PSPC-COT) (RESOLUTION MSC.288(87))

Paragraph 2 – Definitions GOOD: Condition with spot rusting on less than 3% of the area under consideration without visible failure of the coating, or no-perforated blistering. Breakdown at edges or welds should be less than 20% of edges or weld lines in the area under consideration. Coating Technical File (CTF): A term used for the collection of documents describing issues related to the coating system and its application from the point in time when the first document is provided and for the entire life of the ship including the inspection agreement and all elements of PSPC-COT 3.4. Paragraph 3.2 – General principles 1 Inspection of surface preparation and coating processes agreement should be signed by shipyard, shipowner and coating manufacturer and should be presented by the shipyard to the Administration for review prior to commencement of any coating work on any stage of a new building and as a minimum should comply with the PSPC-COT. 2 To facilitate the review, the following from the CTF, should be available:

a) Coating specification including selection of areas (spaces) to be coated,

selection of coating system, surface preparation and coating process. b) Statement of Compliance or Type Approval of the coating system.

3 The agreement should be included in the CTF and should at least cover:

a) Inspection process, including scope of inspection, who carries out the

inspection, the qualifications of the coating inspector(s) and appointment of one qualified coating inspector (responsible for verifying that the coating is applied in accordance with the PSPC-COT). Where more than one coating inspector will be used then their areas of responsibility should be identified. (For example, multiple construction sites).

b) Language to be used for documentation.

4 Any deviations in the procedure relative to the PSPC-COT noted during the review should be raised with the shipyard, which is responsible for identifying and implementing the corrective actions. 5 Cargo Ship Safety Certificate or Cargo Ship Safety Construction Certificate, as appropriate, should not be issued until all required corrective actions have been closed to the satisfaction of the Administration.



Paragraph 3.4 – Coating Technical File (CTF) Procedure for Coating Technical File Review 1 The shipyard is responsible for compiling the Coating Technical File (CTF) either in paper or electronic format, or a combination of the two.

2 The CTF is to contain all the information required by paragraph 3.4 of the PSPC and the inspection of surface preparation and the coating processes agreement (see PSPC-COT, paragraph 3.2). 3 The CTF should be reviewed for content in accordance with the PSPC-COT, paragraph 3.4.2. 4 Any deviations found under paragraph 3 should be raised with the shipyard, which is responsible for identifying and implementing the corrective actions.

5 Cargo Ship Safety Certificate or Cargo Ship Safety Construction Certificate, as appropriate, should not be issued until all required corrective actions have been closed to the satisfaction of the Administration. Paragraph 3.5 – Health and safety In order to document compliance with paragraph 3.5 of the PSPC-COT relevant documentation from the coating manufacturer concerning health and safety aspects such as Material Safety Data Sheet is recommended to be included in the CTF for information. Paragraph 4.5 – Special application Reference is made to the Guidelines for corrosion protection of permanent means of access arrangements (MSC.1/Circ.1279), approved by MSC 84 in May 2008. Paragraph 4, table 1 – Footnotes of standards Only the footnoted standards referred to in PSPC-COT table 1 are to be applied, i.e. they are mandatory. Paragraph 4, table 1, section 1.3 – Design of coating system

Procedure for coating system approval Type Approval Certificate showing compliance with the PSPC-COT 5 should be issued if the results of either method A+C, or B+C are found satisfactory by the Administration. The Type Approval Certificate should indicate the Product and the Shop Primer tested. The certificate should also indicate other type approved shop primers with which the product may be used which have under gone the cross over test in a laboratory meeting the requirements in Method A, paragraph 1.1 of this Unified Interpretation. The documents required to be submitted are identified in the following sections, in addition for all type approvals the following documentation is required: Technical Data Sheet showing all the information required by PSPC-COT, paragraph 3.4.2.2.



Winter type epoxy is required separate prequalification test including shop primer compatibility test according to PSPC-COT, annex 1. Winter and summer type coating are considered different unless Infrared (IR) identification and Specific Gravity (SG) demonstrates that they are the same. Method A: Laboratory test 1.1 Coating pre-qualification test should be carried out by the test laboratory which is recognized by the Administration.

1.2 Results from satisfactory pre-qualification tests (PSPC-COT, table 1: 1.3) of the coating system should be documented and submitted to the Administration. 1.3.1 Type Approval tests should be carried out for the epoxy based system with the stated shop primer in accordance with the PSPC-COT, annex 1. If the tests are satisfactory, a Type Approval Certificate will be issued to include both the epoxy and the shop primer. The Type Approval Certificate will allow the use of the epoxy either with the named shop primer or on bare prepared steel. 1.3.2 An epoxy based system may be used with shop primers other than the one with which it was originally tested provided that, the other shop primers are approved as part of a system, PSPC-COT, table 1: 2.3 and table 1: 3.2, and have been tested according to the immersion test of PSPC-COT, annex 1, or in accordance with resolution MSC.215(82), which is known as the "Crossover Test". If the test or tests are satisfactory, a Type Approval Certificate will be issued. In this instance the Type Approval Certificate will include the details of the epoxy and a list of all shop primers with which it has been tested that have passed these requirements. The Type Approval Certificate will allow the use of the epoxy with all the named shop primers or on bare prepared steel. 1.3.3 Alternatively the epoxy can be tested without shop primer on bare prepared steel to the requirements of the PSPC-COT, annex 1. If the test or tests are satisfactory, a Type Approval Certificate will be issued. The Type Approval Certificate will just record the epoxy. The certificate will allow the use of the epoxy on bare prepared steel only. If in addition, crossover tests are satisfactorily carried out with shop primers, which are approved as part of a system, the Type Approval Certificate will include the details of shop primers which have satisfactorily passed the crossover test. In this instance the Type Approval Certificate will allow the use of the epoxy based system with all the named shop primers or on bare prepared steel. 1.3.4 The Type Approval Certificate is invalid if the formulation of either the epoxy or the shop primer is changed. It is the responsibility of the coating manufacturer to inform the Administration immediately of any changes to the formulation. 1.3.5 For the coating pre-qualification test, the measured average dry film thickness (DFT) on each prepared test panels should not exceed a nominal DFT (NDFT) of 320 microns plus 20% unless a paint manufacturer specifies a NDFT greater than 320 microns. In the latter case, the average DFT should not exceed the specified NDFT plus 20% and the coating system should be certified to the specified NDFT if the system passes the tests according to annex 1 of PSPC-COT. The measured DFT should meet the "90/10" rule and the maximum DFT should be always below the maximum DFT value specified by the manufacturer.



Method B: 5 years field exposure

1.4 Coating manufacturer's records, which should at least include the information indicated in paragraph 1.4.1, should be examined to confirm coating system has 5 years field exposure, and the current product is the same as that being assessed. 1.4.1 Manufacturer's records

- Original application records

- Original coating specification

- Original Technical Data Sheet

- Current formulation's unique identification (Code or number)

- If the mixing ratio of base and curing agent has changed, a statement from the coating manufacturer confirming that the composition mixed product is the same as the original composition. This should be accompanied by an explanation of the modifications made.

- Current Technical Data Sheet for the current production site

- SG and IR identification of original product

- SG and IR identification of the current product

- If original SG and IR cannot be provided then a statement from the coating manufacturer confirming the readings for the current product are the same as those of the original.

1.5 Either class survey records from an Administration or a joint (coating manufacturer and Administration) survey of cargo tanks of a selected ship is to be carried out for the purpose of verification of compliance with the requirements of paragraphs 1.4 and 1.9. The reporting of the coating condition in both cases should be in accordance with the principles given in section 4 of MSC.1/Circ.1399. 1.6 The selected ship is to have cargo tanks in regular use, of which:

- At least one tank is exposed to minimum temperature of 60oC plus or minus 3oC. - For field exposure the ship should be trading in varied trade routes and carrying

substantial varieties of crude oils including highest temperature and lowest pH limits to ensure a realistic sample: for example, three ships on three different trade areas with different varieties of crude cargoes.

1.7 In the case that the selected ship does not meet the requirements in paragraph 1.6 then the limitations on lowest pH and Highest temperature of crude oils carried should be clearly stated on the Type Approval Certificate. 1.8 In all cases of approval by Method B, the shop primer should be removed prior to application of the approved epoxy based system coating, unless it can be confirmed that the shop primer applied during construction, is identical in formulation to that applied in the selected ship used as a basis of the approval. 1.9 All cargo tanks should be in "GOOD" condition excluding mechanical damages, without touch up or repair in the prior 5 years.



1.9.1 "Good" is defined as: Condition with spot rusting on less than 3% of the area under consideration without visible failure of the coating, or no perforated blistering. Breakdown at edges or welds should be less than 20% of edges or welds in the area under consideration. 1.9.2 Examples of how to report coating conditions with respect to areas under consideration should be as those given in the principles contained in section 4 of MSC.1/Circ.1399. 1.10 If the applied NDFT is greater than required by the PSPC, the applied NDFT will be the minimum to be applied during construction. This will be reported prominently on the Type Approval Certificate. 1.11 If the results of the inspection are satisfactory, a Type Approval Certificate should be issued to include both the epoxy based system and the shop primer. The Type Approval Certificate should allow the use of the epoxy based system either with the named shop primer or on bare prepared steel. The Type Approval Certificate should reference the inspection report which will also form part of the Coating Technical File. 1.12 The Type Approval Certificate is invalid if the formulation of either the epoxy based system or the shop primer is changed. It is the responsibility of the coating manufacturer to inform the Administration immediately of any changes to the formulation. Method C: Coating manufacturer 1.18 The coating/shop primer manufacturer should meet the requirements set out in IACS UR Z17 paragraphs 4 to 7, (except for 4.6) and paragraphs 1.18.1 to 1.18.6 below, which should be verified by the Administration. 1.18.1 Coating manufacturers

(a) Extent of engagement – Production of coating systems in accordance with PSPC-COT and this Unified Interpretation.

(b) These requirements apply to both the main coating manufacturer and the shop

primer manufacturer where both coatings form part of the total system. (c) The coating manufacturer should provide to the Administration the following

information;

- A detailed list of the production facilities.

- Names and location of raw material suppliers, which should be clearly stated.

- A detailed list of the test standards and equipment to be used, (scope of approval).

- Details of quality control procedures employed.

- Details of any sub-contracting agreements.

- List of quality manuals, test procedures and instructions, records, etc.

- Copy of any relevant certificates with their issue number and/or date e.g. Quality Management System certification.



(d) Inspection and audit of the manufacturer's facilities will be based on the requirements of the PSPC-COT.

(e) With the exception of early "scale up" from laboratory to full production,

adjustment outside the limitations listed in the QC instruction referred to below is not acceptable, unless justified by trials during the coating system's development programme, or subsequent testing. Any such adjustments must be agreed by the formulating technical centre.

If formulation adjustment is envisaged during the production process the maximum allowable limits will be approved by the formulating technical centre and clearly stated in the QC working procedures.

(f) The manufacturer's quality control system will ensure that all current

production is the same formulation as that supplied for the Type Approval Certificate. Formulation change is not permissible without testing in accordance with the test procedures in the PSPC-COT and the issue of a Type Approval Certificate by the Administration.

(g) Batch records including all QC test results such as viscosity, specific gravity

and airless spray characteristics will be accurately recorded. Details of any additions will also be included.

(h) Whenever possible, raw material supply and lot details for each coating batch

will be traceable. Exceptions may be where bulk supply such as solvents and pre-dissolved solid epoxies are stored in tanks, in which case it may only be possible to record the supplier's blend.

(i) Dates, batch numbers and quantities supplied to each coating contract will be

clearly recorded. 1.18.2 All raw material supply should be accompanied the supplier's "Certificate of Conformance". The certificate will include all requirements listed in the coating manufacturer's QC system. 1.18.3 In the absence of a raw material supplier's certificate of conformance, the coating manufacturer should verify conformance to all requirements listed in the coating manufacturer's QC system. 1.18.4 Drums should be clearly marked with the details as described on the "Type Approval Certificate". 1.18.5 Product Technical Data Sheets must comply with all the PSPC-COT requirements. The QC system will ensure that all Product Technical Data Sheets are current. 1.18.6 QC procedures of the originating technical centre will verify that all production units comply with the above stipulations and that all raw material supply is approved by the technical centre. 1.19 In the case that a coating manufacturer wishes to have products which are manufactured in different locations under the same name, then IR identification and SG should be used to demonstrate that they are the same coating, or individual approval tests will be required for the paint manufactured in each location.



1.20 The Type Approval Certificate is invalid if the formulation of either the epoxy based system or the shop primer is changed. It is the responsibility of the coating manufacturer to inform class immediately of any changes to the formulation. Failure to inform class of an alteration to the formulation will lead to cancellation of the certificates for that manufacturer's products. Paragraph 4, table 1, section 1.4 – Job specification Wet film thickness should be regularly checked during application for quality control by the Builder. PSPC-COT does not state who should check WFT, it is accepted for this to be the Builder. Measurement of DFT should be done as part of the inspection required in PSPC-COT, paragraph 6. Stripe coats should be applied as a coherent film showing good film formation and no visible defects. The application method employed should insure that all areas that require stripe coating are properly coated by brush or roller. A roller may be used for scallops, ratholes etc. but not for edges and welds. Paragraph 4, table 1, section 2 – PSP (Primary surface preparation) Section 2.2: The conductivity of soluble salts is measured in accordance with standards ISO 8502-6 and ISO 8502-9 or equivalent method as validated according to NACE SP0508-2010, and compared with the conductivity of 50 mg/m2 NaCl. If the measured conductivity is less than or equal to, then it is acceptable. Minimum readings to be taken are one (1) per plate in the case of manually applied shop primer. In cases where an automatic process for application of shop primer is used, there should be means to demonstrate compliance with PSPC-COT through a Quality Control System, which should include a monthly test. Section 2.3: Shop primers not containing zinc or not silicate based are considered to be "alternative systems" and therefore equivalency is to be established in accordance with section 8 of the PSPC-COT with test acceptance criteria for "alternative systems" given in section 3.1 (right columns) of appendixes 1 and 2 to annex 1 of PSPC-COT. Procedure for review of Quality Control of Automated Shop Primer plants 1 It is recognized that the inspection requirements of PSPC-COT, paragraph 6.2, may be difficult to apply to an automated shop primer plant and a Quality Control approach would be a more practical way of enabling compliance with the requirements of PSPC-COT. 2 As required in PSPC it is the responsibility of the coating inspector to confirm that the quality control procedures are ensuring compliance with PSPC-COT. 3 When reviewing the Quality Control for automated shop primer plants the following procedures should be included. 3.1 Procedures for management of the blasting grit including measurement of salt and contamination. 3.2 Procedures recording the following: steel surface temperature, relative humidity, dewpoint.



3.3 Procedures for controlling or monitoring surface cleanliness, surface profile, oil, grease, dust and other contamination. 3.4 Procedures for recording/measuring soluble salts. 3.5 Procedures for verifying thickness and curing of the shop primer conforms to the values specified in the Technical Specification.

Paragraph 4, table 1, section 3 – SSP (Secondary surface reparation) Sections 3.2 to 3.4: Usually, the fillet welding on tank boundary watertight bulkhead is left without coating on block stage (because not yet be leakage tested), in which case it can be categorized as erection joint ("butt") to be power tooled to St 3. Section 3.6: The conductivity of soluble salts is measured in accordance with standards ISO 8502-6 and ISO 8502-9, or equivalent method as validated according to NACE SP0508-2010, and compared with the conductivity of 50 mg/m2 NaCl. If the measured conductivity is less than or equal to, then it is acceptable. All soluble salts have a detrimental effect on coatings to a greater or lesser degree. The standard ISO 8502-9:1998 does not provide the actual concentration of NaCl. The percentage of NaCl in the total soluble salts will vary from site to site. Minimum readings to be taken are one (1) reading per block/section/unit prior to applying. Paragraph 4, table 1, section 4 – Miscellaneous Section 4.3: All DFT measurements should be measured. Only the final DFT measurements need to be measured and reported for compliance with the PSPC-COT by the qualified coating inspector. The Coating Technical File may contain a summary of the DFT measurements which typically will consist of minimum and maximum DFT measurements, number of measurements taken and percentage above and below required DFT. The final DFT compliance with the 90/10 practice should be calculated and confirmed, see PSPC-COT, paragraph 2.8. Paragraph 4, table 1, section 5 – Coating system approval See Interpretation of PSPC-COT table 1: 1 Design of coating system, 1.3 Coating prequalification test. Paragraph 4, table 1, section 6 – Coating inspection requirements Procedure for assessment of Coating Inspectors' qualifications 1 Coating inspectors required to carry out inspections in accordance with the PSPC-COT, paragraph 6, should be qualified to NACE Coating Inspector Level 2, FROSIO Inspector Level III, or an equivalent qualification. Equivalent qualifications are described in paragraph 3 below.



2 However, only coating inspectors with at least 2 years relevant coating inspector experience and qualified to NACE Coating Inspector Level 2 or FROSIO Inspector Level III, or with an equivalent qualification, can write and/or authorise procedures, or decide upon corrective actions to overcome non-compliances. 3 Equivalent Qualification 3.1 Equivalent qualification is the successful completion, as determined by course tutor, of an approved course.

3.1.1 The course tutors should be qualified with at least 2 years relevant experience and qualified to NACE Coating Inspector Level 2 or FROSIO Inspector Level III, or with an equivalent qualification. 3.1.2 Approved Course: A course that has a syllabus based on the issues associated with the PSPC including the following:

- Health environment and safety

- Corrosion

- Materials and design

- International standards referenced in PSPC

- Curing mechanisms

- Role of inspector

- Test instruments

- Inspection procedures

- Coating specification

- Application procedures

- Coating failures

- Pre-job conference

- MSDS and product data sheet review

- Coating Technical File

- Surface preparation

- Dehumidification

- Waterjetting

- Coating types and inspection criteria

- Specialized application equipment

- Use of inspection procedures for destructive testing and non-destructive testing instruments

- Inspection instruments and test methods

- Coating inspection techniques

- Cathodic protection

- Practical exercises, case studies.



Examples of approved courses may be internal courses run by the coating manufacturers or shipyards etc. 3.1.3 Such a course should have an acceptable measurement of performance, such as an examination with both theoretical and practical elements. The course and examination should be approved by the Administration. 3.2 Equivalent qualification arising from practical experience: An individual may be qualified without attending a course where it can be shown that the individual:

- has a minimum of 5 years practical work experience as a coating inspector of ballast tanks and/or cargo tanks during new construction within the last 10 years; and

- has successfully completed the examination given in paragraph 3.1.3.

4 Assistants to coating Inspectors 4.1 If the coating inspectors requires assistance from other persons to perform part of the inspections, those persons should perform the inspections under the coating inspector's supervision and should be trained to the coating inspector's satisfaction. 4.2 Such training should be recorded and endorsed either by the inspector, the yard's training organization or inspection equipment manufacturer to confirm competence in using the measuring equipment and confirm knowledge of the measurements required by the PSPC-COT. 4.3 Training records should be available for verification. Paragraph 4, table 1, section 7 – Coating verification requirements Procedure for Verification of Application of the PSPC-COT 1 The verification requirements of PSPC-COT, paragraph 7, should be carried out by the Administration. 1.1 Monitoring implementation of the coating inspection requirements, as called for in PSPC-COT, paragraph 7.5 means checking, on a sampling basis, that the inspectors are using the correct equipment, techniques and reporting methods as described in the inspection procedures reviewed by the Administration. 2 Any deviations found under paragraph 1.1 should be raised initially with the coating inspector, who is responsible for identifying and implementing the corrective actions. 3 In the event that corrective actions are not acceptable to the Administration or in the event that corrective actions are not closed out then the shipyard should be informed. 4 Cargo Ship Safety Certificate or Cargo Ship Safety Construction Certificate, as appropriate, should not be issued until all required corrective actions have been closed out to the satisfaction of the Administration. Annex 1 – Footnotes of standards Only the footnoted standards referred to in annex 1 are to be applied, i.e. they are mandatory.

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4 ALBERT EMBANKMENT


MSC.1/Circ.1480 29 May 2014

UNIFIED INTERPRETATION OF SOLAS REGULATION II-2/9.7.1.1

1 The Maritime Safety Committee, at its ninety-third session (14 to 23 May 2014), with a view to providing more specific guidance on flexible bellows of combustible materials, approved a unified interpretation on SOLAS regulation II-2/9.7.1.1, prepared by the Sub-Committee on Ship Systems and Equipment at its first session (10 to 14 March 2014), as set out in the annex. 2 Member Governments are invited to use the annexed unified interpretation as guidance when applying SOLAS regulation II-2/9.7.1.1 to ships constructed before 1 January 2016 and to bring the unified interpretation to the attention of all parties concerned.

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ANNEX

UNIFIED INTERPRETATION OF SOLAS REGULATION II-2/9.7.1.1

A short length, not exceeding 600 mm, of flexible bellows constructed of combustible material may be used for connecting fans to the ducting in air-conditioning rooms.

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ANNEX 2


AMENDMENTS TO THE INTERNATIONAL CODE ON THE ENHANCED PROGRAMME

OF INSPECTIONS DURING SURVEYS OF BULK CARRIERS AND OIL TANKERS, 2011 (2011 ESP CODE)

THE MARITIME SAFETY COMMITTEE, RECALLING Article 28(b) of the Convention on the International Maritime Organization concerning the functions of the Committee, NOTING resolution A.1049(27), by which the Assembly adopted the International Code on the Enhanced Programme of Inspections During Surveys of Bulk Carriers and Oil Tankers, 2011 ("the 2011 ESP Code"), will become effective upon entry into force of the associated amendments to chapter XI-1 of the International Convention for the Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS), 1974 ("the Convention"), HAVING CONSIDERED, at its ninety-fourth session, amendments to the 2011 ESP Code proposed and circulated in accordance with article VIII(b)(i) of the Convention, 1 ADOPTS, in accordance with article VIII(b)(iv) of the Convention, amendments to the 2011 ESP Code, the text of which is set out in the annex to the present resolution; 2 DETERMINES, in accordance with article VIII(b)(vi)(2)(bb) of the Convention, that the amendments shall be deemed to have been accepted on 1 January 2016 unless, prior to that date, more than one third of the Contracting Governments to the Convention or Contracting Governments the combined merchant fleets of which constitute not less than 50% of the gross tonnage of the world's merchant fleet, have notified to the Secretary-General of the Organization their objections to the amendments; 3 INVITES Contracting Governments to note that, in accordance with article VIII(b)(vii)(2) of the Convention, the amendments shall enter into force on 1 July 2016 upon their acceptance in accordance with paragraph 2 above; 4 REQUESTS the Secretary-General, for the purposes of article VIII(b)(v) of the Convention, to transmit certified copies of the present resolution and the text of the amendments contained in the annex to all Contracting Governments to the Convention; 5 ALSO REQUESTS the Secretary-General to transmit copies of this resolution and its annex to Members of the Organization, which are not Contracting Governments to the Convention.



ANNEX

AMENDMENTS TO THE INTERNATIONAL CODE ON THE ENHANCED PROGRAMME OF INSPECTIONS DURING SURVEYS OF BULK CARRIERS

AND OIL TANKERS, 2011 (2011 ESP CODE)

ANNEX A

CODE ON THE ENHANCED PROGRAMME OF INSPECTIONS DURING SURVEYS OF BULK CARRIERS

Part A

CODE ON THE ENHANCED PROGRAMME OF INSPECTIONS DURING SURVEYS OF

BULK CARRIERS HAVING SINGLE-SIDE SKIN CONSTRUCTION 1 The text in paragraph 5.3.2.3 is replaced by the following:

".3 hydraulic arm vehicles such as conventional cherry pickers, lifts and

moveable platforms;"

2 The following new paragraph 5.5 is added after the existing paragraph 5.4:

"5.5 Rescue and emergency response equipment If breathing apparatus and/or other equipment is used as "Rescue and emergency response equipment" then the equipment should be suitable for the configuration of the space being surveyed."

3 The existing paragraphs 5.5 and 5.6 are renumbered, respectively. 4 In the table of contents, a new reference to paragraph "5.5 Rescue and emergency response equipment" is added after reference to paragraph 5.4 and the existing reference to paragraph numbers 5.5 and 5.6 are renumbered accordingly. 5 In the renumbered paragraph 5.6.7, the referenced paragraph numbers 5.5.5 and 5.5.6 are replaced by 5.6.5 and 5.6.6. 6 The following new paragraph 6.1.3 is added after the existing paragraph 6.1.2:

"6.1.3 For bulk carriers subject to SOLAS regulation II-1/3-10, the owner should arrange the updating of the Ship Construction File (SCF) throughout the ship's life whenever a modification of the documentation included in the SCF has taken place. Documented procedures for updating the SCF should be included within the Safety Management System."

7 The existing text under paragraph 6.3 is numbered as paragraph 6.3.1 and the following new paragraph 6.3.2 is added at the end of paragraph 6.3:

"6.3.2 For bulk carriers subject to SOLAS regulation II-1/3-10, the Ship Construction File (SCF), limited to the items to be retained on board, should be available on board."



8 The existing text under paragraph 6.4 is numbered as paragraph 6.4.1 and the following new paragraphs 6.4.2 and 6.4.3 are added at the end of paragraph 6.4:

"6.4.2 For bulk carriers subject to SOLAS regulation II-1/3-10, on completion of the survey, the surveyor should verify that the update of the Ship Construction File (SCF) has been done whenever a modification of the documentation included in the SCF has taken place.

6.4.3 For bulk carriers subject to SOLAS regulation II-1/3-10, on completion of the survey, the surveyor should verify any addition and/or renewal of materials used for the construction of the hull structure are documented within the Ship Construction File list of materials."

Part B

CODE ON THE ENHANCED PROGRAMME OF INSPECTIONS DURING SURVEYS OF BULK CARRIERS HAVING DOUBLE-SIDE SKIN CONSTRUCTION

9 The text in paragraph 5.3.2.3 is replaced by the following:

".3 hydraulic arm vehicles such as conventional cherry pickers, lifts and moveable platforms;"

10 The following new paragraph 5.5 is added after the existing paragraph 5.4:

"5.5 Rescue and emergency response equipment

If breathing apparatus and/or other equipment is used as "Rescue and emergency response equipment" then the equipment should be suitable for the configuration of the space being surveyed."

11 The existing paragraphs 5.5 and 5.6 are renumbered, respectively.

12 In the table of contents, a new reference to paragraph "5.5 Rescue and emergency response equipment" is added after reference to paragraph 5.4 and the existing reference to paragraph numbers 5.5 and 5.6 are renumbered accordingly.

13 In the renumbered paragraph 5.6.7, the referenced paragraph numbers 5.5.5 and 5.5.6 are replaced by 5.6.5 and 5.6.6.

14 The following new paragraph 6.1.3 is added after the existing paragraph 6.1.2:

"6.1.3 For bulk carriers subject to SOLAS regulation II-1/3-10, the Owner should arrange the updating of the Ship Construction File (SCF) throughout the ship's life whenever a modification of the documentation included in the SCF has taken place. Documented procedures for updating the SCF should be included within the Safety Management System."


"6.3.2 For bulk carriers subject to SOLAS regulation II-1/3-10, the Ship Construction File (SCF), limited to the items to be retained on board, should be available on board."




"6.4.2 For bulk carriers subject to SOLAS regulation II-1/3-10, on completion of the survey, the surveyor should verify that the update of the Ship Construction File (SCF) has been done whenever a modification of the documentation included in the SCF has taken place. 6.4.3 For bulk carriers subject to SOLAS regulation II-1/3-10, on completion of the survey, the surveyor should verify any addition and/or renewal of materials used for the construction of the hull structure are documented within the Ship Construction File list of materials."

ANNEX B

CODE ON THE ENHANCED PROGRAMME OF INSPECTIONS DURING SURVEYS OF OIL TANKERS

Part A

CODE ON THE ENHANCED PROGRAMME OF INSPECTIONS DURING SURVEYS OF DOUBLE-HULL OIL TANKERS

17 The text in paragraph 2.6.1 is replaced by the following new text:

"2.6.1 The minimum requirements for ballast tank pressure testing at the renewal survey are given in 2.6.3 and in annex 3. The minimum requirements for cargo tank testing at the renewal survey are given in 2.6.4 and annex 3. Cargo tank testing carried out by the vessel's crew under the direction of the master may be accepted by the surveyor provided the following conditions are complied with:

.1 the tank testing procedure has been submitted by the owner and

reviewed by the Administration or recognized organization prior to the testing being carried out;

.2 there is no record of leakage, distortion or substantial corrosion that would affect the structural integrity of the tank;

.3 the tank testing has been satisfactorily carried out within special survey window not more than 3 months prior to the date of the survey on which the overall or close up survey is completed;

.4 the satisfactory results of the testing is recorded in the vessel's logbook; and

.5 the internal and external condition of the tanks and associated structure are found satisfactory by the surveyor at the time of the overall and close up survey."



18 The text in paragraph 5.3.2.3 is replaced by the following: ".3 hydraulic arm vehicles such as conventional cherry pickers, lifts and

moveable platforms;" 19 The following new paragraph 5.5 is added after the existing paragraph 5.4:


20 The existing paragraphs 5.5 and 5.6 are renumbered, respectively. 21 In the table of contents, a new reference to paragraph "5.5 Rescue and emergency response equipment" is added after reference to paragraph 5.4 and the existing reference to paragraph numbers 5.5 and 5.6 are renumbered accordingly. 22 In the renumbered paragraph 5.6.7, the referenced paragraph numbers 5.5.5 and 5.5.6 are replaced by 5.6.5 and 5.6.6. 23 The following new paragraph 6.1.3 is added after the existing paragraph 6.1.2:

"6.1.3 For oil tankers subject to SOLAS regulation II-1/3-10, the Owner should arrange the updating of the Ship Construction File (SCF) throughout the ship's life whenever a modification of the documentation included in the SCF has taken place. Documented procedures for updating the SCF should be included within the Safety Management System."


"6.3.2 For oil tankers subject to SOLAS regulation II-1/3-10, the Ship Construction File (SCF), limited to the items to be retained on board, should be available on board."


"6.4.2 For oil tankers subject to SOLAS regulation II-1/3-10, on completion of the survey, the surveyor should verify that the update of the Ship Construction File (SCF) has been done whenever a modification of the documentation included in the SCF has taken place. 6.4.3 For oil tankers subject to SOLAS regulation II-1/3-10, on completion of the survey, the surveyor should verify any addition and/or renewal of materials used for the construction of the hull structure are documented within the Ship Construction File list of materials."



Part B

CODE ON THE ENHANCED PROGRAMME OF INSPECTIONS DURING SURVEYS OF OIL TANKERS OTHER THAN

DOUBLE-HULL OIL TANKERS 26 The text in paragraph 2.6.1 is replaced by the following new text:

"2.6.1 The minimum requirements for ballast tank pressure testing at the renewal survey are given in 2.6.3 and in annex 3. The minimum requirements for cargo tank testing at the renewal survey are given in 2.6.4 and annex 3. Cargo tank testing carried out by the vessel's crew under the direction of the master may be accepted by the surveyor provided the following conditions are complied with:

.1 the tank testing procedure has been submitted by the owner and reviewed by the Administration or recognized organization prior to the testing being carried out;

.2 there is no record of leakage, distortion or substantial corrosion

that would affect the structural integrity of the tank; .3 the tank testing has been satisfactorily carried out within special

survey window not more than 3 months prior to the date of the survey on which the overall or close up survey is completed;

.4 the satisfactory results of the testing is recorded in the vessel's

logbook; and .5 the internal and external condition of the tanks and associated

structure are found satisfactory by the surveyor at the time of the overall and close up survey."

27 The text in paragraph 5.3.2.3 is replaced by the following:

".3 hydraulic arm vehicles such as conventional cherry pickers, lifts and

moveable platforms;" 28 The following new paragraph 5.5 is added after the existing paragraph 5.4:


29 The existing paragraphs 5.5 and 5.6 are renumbered, respectively.



30 In the table of contents, a new reference to paragraph "5.5 Rescue and emergency response equipment" is added after reference to paragraph 5.4 and the existing reference to paragraph numbers 5.5 and 5.6 are renumbered accordingly. 31 In the renumbered paragraph 5.6.7, the referenced paragraph numbers 5.5.5 and 5.5.6 are replaced by 5.6.5 and 5.6.6.

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ANNEX 3


AMENDMENTS TO THE CODE FOR THE CONSTRUCTION AND EQUIPMENT OF

MOBILE OFFSHORE DRILLING UNITS (MODU CODE)

THE MARITIME SAFETY COMMITTEE, RECALLING Article 28(b) of the Convention on the International Maritime Organization concerning the functions of the Committee, RECALLING ALSO that the Assembly, when adopting resolution A.414(XI) on the Code for the Construction and Equipment of Mobile Offshore Drilling Units (MODU Code), authorized the Committee to amend the Code as necessary after due consultation with relevant organizations as the Committee deems necessary, RECOGNIZING the need for introduction into this Code of provisions for enclosed space entry and rescue drills, HAVING CONSIDERED, at its ninety-fourth session, the recommendations made by the Sub-Committee on Dangerous Goods, Solid Cargoes and Containers, at its eighteenth session, 1 ADOPTS amendments to the MODU Code, set out in the annex to the present resolution; 2 INVITES all Governments concerned to take appropriate steps to give effect to the annexed amendments to the Code by 1 July 2016.



ANNEX


MOBILE OFFSHORE DRILLING UNITS (MODU CODE)

1 After chapter 14 "Operation requirements", insert new chapter 15 as follows:

"CHAPTER 15

SPECIAL MEASURES TO ENHANCE SAFETY

15.1 Atmosphere testing instrument for enclosed spaces 15.1.1 Each unit should carry an appropriate portable atmosphere testing instrument or instruments*. As a minimum, these should be capable of measuring concentrations of oxygen, flammable gases or vapours, hydrogen sulphide and carbon monoxide prior to entry into enclosed spaces**. Instruments carried under other requirements may satisfy this regulation. Suitable means should be provided for the calibration of all such instruments. 15.1.2 Such instruments should be in addition to those provided with the unit's firemen's outfits.

____________________ * Refer to the Guidelines to facilitate the selection of portable atmosphere testing instruments for




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ANNEX 4



MOBILE OFFSHORE DRILLING UNITS, 1989 (1989 MODU CODE)

THE MARITIME SAFETY COMMITTEE, RECALLING Article 28(b) of the Convention on the International Maritime Organization concerning the functions of the Committee, RECALLING ALSO that the Assembly, when adopting resolution A.649(16) on the Code for the Construction and Equipment of Mobile Offshore Drilling Units, 1989 (1989 MODU Code), authorized the Committee to amend the Code, when appropriate, taking into consideration the developing design and safety features after due consultation with appropriate organizations, RECOGNIZING the need for introduction into this Code of provisions for enclosed space entry and rescue drills, HAVING CONSIDERED, at its ninety-fourth session, the recommendations made by the Sub-Committee on Dangerous Goods, Solid Cargoes and Containers, at its eighteenth session, 1 ADOPTS amendments to the 1989 MODU Code, set out in the annex to the present resolution; 2 INVITES all Governments concerned to take appropriate steps to give effect to the annexed amendments to the 1989 MODU Code by 1 July 2016.



ANNEX

AMENDMENTS TO THE CODE FOR THE CONSTRUCTION AND EQUIPMENT OF MOBILE OFFSHORE DRILLING UNITS, 1989 (1989 MODU CODE)

1 After chapter 14 "Operating requirements", insert new chapter 15 as follows:

"CHAPTER 15

SPECIAL MEASURES TO ENHANCE SAFETY 15.1 Atmosphere testing instrument for enclosed spaces 15.1.1 Each unit should carry an appropriate portable atmosphere testing instrument or instruments*. As a minimum, these should be capable of measuring concentrations of oxygen, flammable gases or vapours, hydrogen sulphide and carbon monoxide prior to entry into enclosed spaces**. Instruments carried under other requirements may satisfy this regulation. Suitable means should be provided for the calibration of all such instruments. 15.1.2 Such instruments should be in addition to those provided with the unit's firemen's outfits. ______________________ * Refer to the Guidelines to facilitate the selection of portable atmosphere testing instruments for




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ANNEX 5



MOBILE OFFSHORE DRILLING UNITS, 2009 (2009 MODU CODE)

THE MARITIME SAFETY COMMITTEE, RECALLING Article 28(b) of the Convention on the International Maritime Organization concerning the functions of the Committee, RECALLING ALSO that the Assembly, when adopting resolution A.1023(26) on the Code for the Construction and Equipment of Mobile Offshore Drilling Units, 2009 (2009 MODU Code), authorized the Committee to amend the Code as appropriate, taking into consideration development in the design and technologies, in consultation with appropriate organizations, RECOGNIZING the need for introduction into this Code of provisions for enclosed space entry and rescue drills, HAVING CONSIDERED, at its ninety-fourth session, the recommendations made by the Sub-Committee on Dangerous Goods, Solid Cargoes and Containers, at its eighteenth session, 1 ADOPTS amendments to the 2009 MODU Code, set out in the annex to the present resolution; 2 INVITES all Governments concerned to take appropriate steps to give effect to the annexed amendments to the 2009 MODU Code by 1 July 2016.



ANNEX


1 After chapter 14 "Operating requirements", insert new chapter 15 as follows:

"CHAPTER 15

SPECIAL MEASURES TO ENHANCE SAFETY 15.1 Atmosphere testing instrument for enclosed spaces 15.1.1 Each unit should carry an appropriate portable atmosphere testing instrument or instruments*. As a minimum, these should be capable of measuring concentrations of oxygen, flammable gases or vapours, hydrogen sulphide and carbon monoxide prior to entry into enclosed spaces**. Instruments carried under other requirements may satisfy this regulation. Suitable means should be provided for the calibration of all such instruments. 15.1.2 Such instruments should be in addition to those provided with the unit's firefighter's outfits.

____________________ * Refer to the Guidelines to facilitate the selection of portable atmosphere testing instruments for




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ANNEX 6


INTERNATIONAL CODE FOR SHIPS OPERATING IN POLAR WATERS (POLAR CODE)

THE MARITIME SAFETY COMMITTEE, RECALLING article 28(b) of the Convention on the International Maritime Organization concerning the function of the Committee, RECOGNIZING the need to provide a mandatory framework for ships operating in polar waters due to the additional demands on ships, their systems and operation, which go beyond the existing requirements of the International Convention for the Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS), 1974, as amended ("the Convention"), and other relevant binding IMO instruments, NOTING resolution MSC.386(94), by which it adopted, inter alia, the new chapter XIV of the Convention, NOTING ALSO that the Marine Environment Protection Committee, at its sixty-seventh session, approved with a view to adoption, at its sixty-eighth session, the Introduction, as it relates to environmental protection, and parts II-A and II-B of the International Code for Ships Operating in Polar Waters (Polar Code), and also considered for adoption relevant amendments to the International Convention for the Prevention of Pollution from Ships, 1973, as modified by the 1978 Protocol, HAVING CONSIDERED, at its ninety-fourth session, the draft International Code for Ships Operating in Polar Waters, 1 ADOPTS the safety-related provisions of the Introduction, and the whole of parts I-A and I-B of the Polar Code, the text of which is set out in the annex to the present resolution; 2 AGREES that amendments to the Introduction of the Polar Code that address both safety and environmental protection shall be adopted in consultation with the Marine Environment Protection Committee; 3 INVITES Contracting Governments to the Convention to note that the Polar Code will take effect on 1 January 2017 upon entry into force of the new chapter XIV of the Convention; 4 INVITES ALSO Contracting Governments to consider the voluntary application of the Polar Code, as far as practicable, also to ships not covered by the Polar Code and operating in polar waters. 5 REQUESTS the Secretary-General of the Organization, for the purposes of article VIII(b)(v) of the Convention, to transmit certified copies of the present resolution and the text of the Polar Code, contained in the annex, to all Contracting Governments to the Convention;



6 REQUESTS ALSO the Secretary-General of the Organization to transmit copies of the present resolution and the text of the Code contained in the annex to all Members of the Organization which are not Contracting Governments to the SOLAS Convention; 7 REQUESTS FURTHER the Secretary-General to prepare a consolidated text of the Polar Code upon adoption of the environmental protection related provisions by the Marine Environment Protection Committee.



INTERNATIONAL CODE FOR SHIPS OPERATING IN POLAR WATERS (POLAR CODE)

CONTENTS

INTRODUCTION ..................................................................................................................................... 6 1 Goal ........................................................................................................................... 6 2 Definitions ........................................................................................................................... 6 3 Sources of hazards ...................................................................................................................... 7 4 Structure of the Code................................................................................................................... 8 5 Figures illustrating the Antarctic area and Arctic waters ........................................................ 8 PART I-A ............................................................................................................................................... 10 SAFETY MEASURES ........................................................................................................................... 10 CHAPTER 1 – GENERAL ..................................................................................................................... 10 1.1 Structure of this part ..................................................................................................................10 1.2 Definitions .........................................................................................................................10 1.3 Certificate and survey ................................................................................................................11 1.4 Performance standards .............................................................................................................12 1.5 Operational assessment ............................................................................................................12 CHAPTER 2 – POLAR WATER OPERATIONAL MANUAL (PWOM) ................................................ 12 2.1 Goal .........................................................................................................................12 2.2 Functional requirements ...........................................................................................................12 2.3 Regulations .........................................................................................................................13 CHAPTER 3 – SHIP STRUCTURE ...................................................................................................... 14 3.1 Goal .........................................................................................................................14 3.2 Functional requirements ...........................................................................................................14 3.3 Regulations .........................................................................................................................14 CHAPTER 4 –SUBDIVISION AND STABILITY ................................................................................... 15 4.1 Goal .........................................................................................................................15 4.2 Functional requirements ...........................................................................................................15 4.3 Regulations .........................................................................................................................15 CHAPTER 5 – WATERTIGHT AND WEATHERTIGHT INTEGRITY ................................................... 16 5.1 Goal .........................................................................................................................16 5.2 Functional requirements ...........................................................................................................16 5.3 Regulations .........................................................................................................................16 CHAPTER 6 – MACHINERY INSTALLATIONS .................................................................................. 17 6.1 Goal .........................................................................................................................17 6.2 Functional requirements ...........................................................................................................17 6.3 Regulations .........................................................................................................................17 CHAPTER 7 – FIRE SAFETY/PROTECTION ...................................................................................... 19 7.1 Goal .........................................................................................................................19 7.2 Functional requirements ...........................................................................................................19 7.3 Regulations .........................................................................................................................19 CHAPTER 8 – LIFE-SAVING APPLIANCES AND ARRANGEMENTS .............................................. 20 8.1 Goal .........................................................................................................................20 8.2 Functional requirements ...........................................................................................................20 8.3 Regulations .........................................................................................................................21 CHAPTER 9 – SAFETY OF NAVIGATION .......................................................................................... 23 9.1 Goal .........................................................................................................................23 9.2 Functional requirements ...........................................................................................................23 9.3 Regulations .........................................................................................................................23 CHAPTER 10 – COMMUNICATION ..................................................................................................... 25 10.1 Goal .........................................................................................................................25 10.2 Functional requirements ...........................................................................................................25 10.3 Regulations .........................................................................................................................25 CHAPTER 11 – VOYAGE PLANNING ................................................................................................. 26 11.1 Goal .........................................................................................................................26 11.2 Functional requirement .............................................................................................................26 11.3 Requirements .........................................................................................................................27



CHAPTER 12 –MANNING AND TRAINING ......................................................................................... 27 12.1 Goal .........................................................................................................................27 12.2 Functional requirements ...........................................................................................................27 12.3 Regulations .........................................................................................................................28 PART I-B ............................................................................................................................................... 29 ADDITIONAL GUIDANCE REGARDING THE PROVISIONS OF THE INTRODUCTION AND PART I-A ...................................................................................................................................... 29 1 ADDITIONAL GUIDANCE TO SECTION 2 (DEFINITIONS) OF THE INTRODUCTION......................................29 2 ADDITIONAL GUIDANCE TO CHAPTER 1 (GENERAL) ..........................................................................30 3 ADDITIONAL GUIDANCE TO CHAPTER 2 (POLAR WATER OPERATIONAL MANUAL (PWOM)) ...............31

3.1 Recommendation on the content of the Polar Water Operational Manual ................ 31 3.2 Guidance on navigation with icebreaker assistance ................................................... 31 3.3 Guidance on the development of contingency plans .................................................. 32

4 ADDITIONAL GUIDANCE TO CHAPTER 3 (SHIP STRUCTURE) ...............................................................32 5 ADDITIONAL GUIDANCE TO CHAPTER 4 (SUBDIVISION AND STABILITY) ...............................................33 6 ADDITIONAL GUIDANCE TO CHAPTER 5 (WATERTIGHT AND WEATHERTIGHT INTEGRITY) ......................33 7 ADDITIONAL GUIDANCE TO CHAPTER 6 (MACHINERY INSTALLATIONS) ...............................................33 8 ADDITIONAL GUIDANCE TO CHAPTER 7 (FIRE SAFETY/PROTECTION) ..................................................34 9 ADDITIONAL GUIDANCE TO CHAPTER 8 (LIFE-SAVING APPLIANCES AND ARRANGEMENTS) ..................34

9.1 Sample personal survival equipment ............................................................................ 34 9.2 Sample group survival equipment ................................................................................. 34

10 ADDITIONAL GUIDANCE TO CHAPTER 9 (SAFETY OF NAVIGATION) .....................................................35 11 ADDITIONAL GUIDANCE TO CHAPTER 10 (COMMUNICATION) .............................................................36 12 ADDITIONAL GUIDANCE TO CHAPTER 11 (VOYAGE PLANNING) ..........................................................37 [PART II-A ............................................................................................................................................. 38 POLLUTION PREVENTION MEASURES ............................................................................................ 38 CHAPTER 1 .......................................................................................................................................... 38 PREVENTION OF POLLUTION BY OIL .............................................................................................. 38 1.1 Operational requirements .........................................................................................................38 1.2 Structural requirements ............................................................................................................38 CHAPTER 2 .......................................................................................................................................... 38 CONTROL OF POLLUTION BY NOXIOUS LIQUID SUBSTANCES IN BULK .................................. 38 2.1 Operational requirements .........................................................................................................38 CHAPTER 3 .......................................................................................................................................... 39 PREVENTION OF POLLUTION BY HARMFUL SUBSTANCES CARRIED BY SEA IN PACKAGED FORM .................................................................................................................................................... 39 CHAPTER 4 .......................................................................................................................................... 39 PREVENTION OF POLLUTION BY SEWAGE FROM SHIPS ............................................................. 39 4.1 Definitions .........................................................................................................................39 4.2 Operational requirements .........................................................................................................39 CHAPTER 5 .......................................................................................................................................... 40 PREVENTION OF POLLUTION BY GARBAGE FROM SHIPS .......................................................... 40 5.1 Definitions .........................................................................................................................40 5.2 Operational requirements] ........................................................................................................40 [PART II-B ............................................................................................................................................. 42 ADDITIONAL GUIDANCE TO PART II-A ........................................................................................... 42 1 Additional guidance to chapter 1 .............................................................................................42 2 Additional guidance to chapter 2 .............................................................................................42 3 Additional guidance to chapter 5 .............................................................................................42 4 Additional guidance under other environmental Conventions and guidelines] .................42



PREAMBLE 1 The International Code for Ships Operating in Polar Waters has been developed to supplement existing IMO instruments in order to increase the safety of ships' operation and mitigate the impact on the people and environment in the remote, vulnerable and potentially harsh polar waters. 2 The Code acknowledges that polar water operation may impose additional demands on ships, their systems and operation beyond the existing requirements of the International Convention for the Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS), 1974, the International Convention for the Prevention of Pollution from Ships, 1973, as modified by the 1978 Protocol relating thereto (MARPOL), as amended, and other relevant binding IMO instruments. 3 The Code acknowledges that the polar waters impose additional navigational demands beyond those normally encountered. In many areas, the chart coverage may not currently be adequate for coastal navigation. It is recognized even existing charts may be subject to unsurveyed and uncharted shoals. 4 The Code also acknowledges that coastal communities in the Arctic could be, and that polar ecosystems are, vulnerable to human activities, such as ship operation. 5 The relationship between the additional safety measures and the protection of the environment is acknowledged as any safety measure taken to reduce the probability of an accident, will largely benefit the environment. 6 While Arctic and Antarctic waters have similarities, there are also significant differences. Hence, although the Code is intended to apply as a whole to both Arctic and Antarctic, the legal and geographical differences between the two areas have been taken into account. 7 The key principles for developing the Polar Code have been to use a risk-based approach in determining scope and to adopt a holistic approach in reducing identified risks.



INTRODUCTION 1 Goal The goal of this Code is to provide for safe ship operation and the protection of the polar environment by addressing risks present in polar waters and not adequately mitigated by other instruments of the Organization. 2 Definitions

For the purpose of this Code, the terms used have the meanings defined in the following paragraphs. Terms used in part I-A, but not defined in this section shall have the same meaning as defined in SOLAS. Terms used in part II-A, but not defined in this section shall have the same meaning as defined in article 2 of MARPOL and the relevant MARPOL Annexes. 2.1 Category A ship means a ship designed for operation in polar waters in at least medium first-year ice, which may include old ice inclusions. 2.2 Category B ship means a ship not included in category A, designed for operation in polar waters in at least thin first-year ice, which may include old ice inclusions. 2.3 Category C ship means a ship designed to operate in open water or in ice conditions less severe than those included in categories A and B. 2.4 First-year ice means sea ice of not more than one winter growth developing from young ice with thickness from 0.3 m to 2.0 m1. 2.5 Ice free waters means no ice present. If ice of any kind is present this term shall not be used1. 2.6 Ice of land origin means ice formed on land or in an ice shelf, found floating in water1. 2.7 MARPOL means the International Convention for the Prevention of Pollution from Ships, 1973, as modified by the 1978 Protocol relating thereto (MARPOL), as amended. 2.8 Medium first-year ice means first-year ice of 70 cm to 120 cm thickness.1 2.9 Old ice means sea ice which has survived at least one summer's melt; typical thickness up to 3 m or more. It is subdivided into residual first-year ice, second-year ice and multi-year ice1. 2.10 Open water means a large area of freely navigable water in which sea ice is present in concentrations less than 1/10. No ice of land origin is present1. 2.11 Organization means the International Maritime Organization. 2.12 Sea ice means any form of ice found at sea which has originated from the freezing of sea water1.

1 Refer to the WMO Sea Ice Nomenclature.



2.13 SOLAS means the International Convention for the Safety of Life at Sea, 1974, as amended. 2.14 STCW Convention means the International Convention on Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping for Seafarers, 1978, as amended. 2.15 Thin first-year ice means first-year ice 30 cm to 70 cm thick. 3 Sources of hazards 3.1 The Polar Code considers hazards which may lead to elevated levels of risk due to increased probability of occurrence, more severe consequences, or both:

.1 Ice, as it may affect hull structure, stability characteristics, machinery systems, navigation, the outdoor working environment, maintenance and emergency preparedness tasks and malfunction of safety equipment and systems;

.2 experiencing topside icing, with potential reduction of stability and equipment functionality;

.3 low temperature, as it affects the working environment and human performance, maintenance and emergency preparedness tasks, material properties and equipment efficiency, survival time and performance of safety equipment and systems;

.4 extended periods of darkness or daylight as it may affect navigation and human performance;

.5 high latitude, as it affects navigation systems, communication systems and the quality of ice imagery information;

.6 remoteness and possible lack of accurate and complete hydrographic data and information, reduced availability of navigational aids and seamarks with increased potential for groundings compounded by remoteness, limited readily deployable SAR facilities, delays in emergency response and limited communications capability, with the potential to affect incident response;

.7 potential lack of ship crew experience in polar operations, with potential for human error;

.8 potential lack of suitable emergency response equipment, with the potential for limiting the effectiveness of mitigation measures;

.9 rapidly changing and severe weather conditions, with the potential for escalation of incidents; and

.10 the environment with respect to sensitivity to harmful substances and other environmental impacts and its need for longer restoration.

3.2 The risk level within polar waters may differ depending on the geographical location, time of the year with respect to daylight, ice-coverage, etc. Thus, the mitigating measures required to address the above specific hazards may vary within polar waters and may be different in Arctic and Antarctic waters.



4 Structure of the Code

This Code consists of Introduction, parts I and II. The Introduction contains mandatory provisions applicable to both parts I and II. Part I is subdivided into part I-A, which contains mandatory provisions on safety measures, and part I-B containing recommendations on safety. Part II is subdivided into part II-A, which contains mandatory provisions on pollution prevention, and part II-B containing recommendations on pollution prevention. 5 Figures illustrating the Antarctic area and Arctic waters, as defined in

SOLAS regulations XIV/1.2 and XIV/1.3, respectively, and MARPOL Annex I, regulations 11.46.2; Annex II, regulations 10.21.2; Annex IV, regulation 7.17.3; and Annex V, regulation 3.13.2

Figure 1 – Maximum extent of Antarctic area application2

2 It should be noted that this figure is for illustrative purposes only.



Figure 2 – Maximum extent of Arctic waters application3

3 It should be noted that this figure is for illustrative purposes only.



PART I-A

SAFETY MEASURES

CHAPTER 1 – GENERAL 1.1 Structure of this part Each chapter in this part consists of the overall goal of the chapter, functional requirements to fulfil the goal, and regulations. A ship shall be considered to meet a functional requirement set out in this part when either:

.1 the ship's design and arrangements comply with all the regulations associated with that functional requirement; or

.2 part(s) or all of the ship's relevant design and arrangements have been reviewed and approved in accordance with regulation 4 of SOLAS chapter XIV, and any remaining parts of the ship comply with the relevant regulations.

1.2 Definitions In addition to the definitions included in the relevant SOLAS chapters and the introduction of this Code, the following definitions are applicable to this part. 1.2.1 Bergy waters mean an area of freely navigable water in which ice of land origin is present in concentrations less than 1/10. There may be sea ice present, although the total concentration of all ice shall not exceed 1/10. 1.2.2 Escort means any ship with superior ice capability in transit with another ship. 1.2.3 Escorted operation means any operation in which a ship's movement is facilitated through the intervention of an escort. 1.2.4 Habitable environment means a ventilated environment that will protect against hypothermia. 1.2.5 Icebreaker means any ship whose operational profile may include escort or ice management functions, whose powering and dimensions allow it to undertake aggressive operations in ice-covered waters. 1.2.6 Ice Class means the notation assigned to the ship by the Administration or by an organization recognized by the Administration showing that the ship has been designed for navigation in sea-ice conditions. 1.2.7 Maximum expected time of rescue means the time adopted for the design of equipment and system that provide survival support. It shall never be less than 5 days. 1.2.8 Machinery Installations means equipment and machinery and its associated piping and cabling, which is necessary for the safe operation of the ship.



1.2.9 Mean Daily Low Temperature (MDLT) means the mean value of the daily low temperature for each day of the year over a minimum 10 year period. A data set acceptable to the Administration may be used if 10 years of data is not available4. 1.2.10 Polar Class (PC) means the ice class assigned to the ship by the Administration or by an organization recognized by the Administration based upon IACS Unified Requirements. 1.2.11 Polar Service Temperature (PST) means a temperature specified for a ship which is intended to operate in low air temperature, which shall be set at least 10oC below the lowest MDLT for the intended area and season of operation in polar waters. 1.2.12 Ship intended to operate in low air temperature means a ship which is intended to undertake voyages to or through areas where the lowest Mean Daily Low Temperature (MDLT) is below -10oC. 1.2.13 Tankers mean oil tankers as defined in SOLAS regulation II-1/2.22, chemical tankers as defined in SOLAS regulation II-1/3.19 and gas carriers as defined in SOLAS regulation VII/11.2. 1.2.14 Upper ice waterline means the waterline defined by the maximum draughts forward and aft for operation in ice. 1.3 Certificate and survey 1.3.1 Every ship to which this Code applies shall have on board a valid Polar Ship Certificate.

1.3.2 Except as provided for in paragraph 1.3.3, the Polar Ship Certificate shall be issued after an initial or renewal survey to a ship which complies with the relevant requirements of this Code. 1.3.3 For category C cargo ships, if the result of the assessment in paragraph 1.5 is that no additional equipment or structural modification is required to comply with the Polar Code, the Polar Ship Certificate may be issued based upon documented verification that the ship complies with all relevant requirements of the Polar Code. In this case, for continued validity of the certificate, an on board survey should be undertaken at the next scheduled survey. 1.3.4 The certificate referred to in this regulation shall be issued either by the Administration or by any person or organization recognized by it in accordance with SOLAS regulation XI-1/1. In every case, that Administration assumes full responsibility for the certificate. 1.3.5 The Polar Ship Certificate shall be drawn up in the form corresponding to the model given in appendix 1 to this Code. If the language used is neither English, nor French nor Spanish, the text shall include a translation into one of these languages. 1.3.6 Polar Ship Certificate validity, survey dates and endorsements shall be harmonized with the relevant SOLAS certificates in accordance with the provisions of regulation I/14 of the SOLAS Convention. The certificate shall include a supplement recording equipment required by the Code.

4 Refer also to additional guidance in part I-B.



1.3.7 Where applicable, the certificate shall reference a methodology to assess operational capabilities and limitations in ice to the satisfaction of the Administration, taking into account the guidelines developed by the Organization5.

1.4 Performance standards

1.4.1 Unless expressly provided otherwise, ship systems and equipment addressed in this Code shall satisfy at least the same performance standards referred to in SOLAS.

1.4 2 For ships operating in low air temperature, a polar service temperature (PST) shall be specified and shall be at least 10oC below the lowest MDLT for the intended area and season of operation in polar waters. Systems and equipment required by this Code shall be fully functional at the polar service temperature.

1.4.3 For ships operating in low air temperature, survival systems and equipment shall be fully operational at the polar service temperature during the maximum expected rescue time.

1.5 Operational assessment

In order to establish procedures or operational limitations, an assessment of the ship and its equipment shall be carried out, taking into consideration the following:

.1 the anticipated range of operating and environmental conditions, such as:

.1 operation in low air temperature;

.2 operation in ice;

.3 operation in high latitude; and

.4 potential for abandonment onto ice or land;

.2 hazards, as listed in section 3 of the Introduction, as applicable; and

.3 additional hazards, if identified.

CHAPTER 2 – POLAR WATER OPERATIONAL MANUAL (PWOM)

2.1 Goal

The goal of this chapter is to provide the owner, operator, master and crew with sufficient information regarding the ship's operational capabilities and limitations in order to support their decision-making process.

2.2 Functional requirements

2.2.1 In order to achieve the goal set out in paragraph 2.1 above, the following functional requirements are embodied in the regulations of this chapter.

2.2.2 The Manual shall include information on the ship-specific capabilities and limitations in relation to the assessment required under paragraph 1.5. 2.2.3 The Manual shall include or refer to specific procedures to be followed in normal operations and in order to avoid encountering conditions that exceed the ship's capabilities.

5 Refer to guidance to be developed by the Organization.



2.2.4 The Manual shall include or refer to specific procedures to be followed in the event of incidents in polar waters.

2.2.5 The Manual shall include or refer to specific procedures to be followed in the event that conditions are encountered which exceed the ship's specific capabilities and limitations in paragraph 2.2.2.

2.2.6 The Manual shall include or refer to procedures to be followed when using icebreaker assistance, as applicable.

2.3 Regulations 2.3.1 In order to comply with the functional requirements of paragraphs 2.2.1 to 2.2.6, the Manual shall be carried on board.

2.3.2 In order to comply with the functional requirements of paragraph 2.2.2, the Manual shall contain, where applicable, the methodology used to determine capabilities and limitations in ice. 2.3.3 In order to comply with the functional requirements of paragraph 2.2.3, the Manual shall include risk-based procedures for the following:

.1 voyage planning to avoid ice and/or temperatures that exceed the ship's design capabilities or limitations;

.2 arrangements for receiving forecasts of the environmental conditions;

.3 means of addressing any limitations of the hydrographic, meteorological and navigational information available;

.4 operation of equipment required under other chapters of this Code; and

.5 implementation of special measures to maintain equipment and system functionality under low temperatures, topside icing and the presence of sea ice, as applicable.

2.3.4 In order to comply with the functional requirements of paragraph 2.2.4, the Manual shall include risk-based procedures to be followed for:

.1 contacting emergency response providers for salvage, search and rescue (SAR), spill response, etc., as applicable; and

.2 in the case of ships ice strengthened in accordance with chapter 3, procedures for maintaining life support and ship integrity in the event of prolonged entrapment by ice.

2.3.5 In order to comply with the functional requirements of paragraph 2.2.5, the Manual shall include risk-based procedures to be followed for measures to be taken in the event of encountering ice and/or temperatures which exceed the ship's design capabilities or limitations.

2.3.6 In order to comply with the functional requirements of paragraph 2.2.6, the Manual shall include risk-based procedures for monitoring and maintaining safety during operations in ice, as applicable, including any requirements for escort operations or icebreaker assistance. Different operational limitations may apply depending on whether the ship is operating independently or with icebreaker escort. Where appropriate, the PWOM should specify both options.



CHAPTER 3 – SHIP STRUCTURE

3.1 Goal

The goal of this chapter is to provide that the material and scantlings of the structure retain their structural integrity based on global and local response due to environmental loads and conditions.


In order to achieve the goal set out in paragraph 3.1 above, the following functional requirements are embodied in the regulations of this chapter:

.1 for ships intended to operate in low air temperature, materials used shall be suitable for operation at the ships polar service temperature; and

.2 in ice strengthened ships, the structure of the ship shall be designed to resist both global and local structural loads anticipated under the foreseen ice conditions.

3.3 Regulations

3.3.1 In order to comply with the functional requirements of paragraph 3.2.1 above, materials of exposed structures in ships shall be approved by the Administration, or a recognized organization accepted by it, taking into account standards acceptable to the Organization6 or other standards offering an equivalent level of safety based on the polar service temperature. 3.3.2 In order to comply with the functional requirements of paragraph 3.2.2 above, the following apply:

.1 scantlings of category A ships shall be approved by the Administration, or a recognized organization accepted by it, taking into account standards acceptable to the Organization7 or other standards offering an equivalent level of safety;

.2 scantlings of category B ships shall be approved by the Administration, or a recognized organization accepted by it, taking into account standards acceptable to the Organization8 or other standards offering an equivalent level of safety;

.3 scantlings of ice strengthened category C ships shall be approved by the Administration, or a recognized organization accepted by it, taking into account acceptable standards adequate for the ice types and concentrations encountered in the area of operation; and

.4 a category C ship need not be ice strengthened if, in the opinion of the Administration, the ship's structure is adequate for its intended operation.

6 Refer to IACS UR S6 Use of Steel Grades for Various Hull Members – Ships of 90 m in Length and Above

(latest version) or IACS URI Requirements concerning Polar Class (latest version), as applicable.

7 Refer to Polar Class 1-5 of IACS URI Requirements concerning Polar Class (latest version).

8 Refer to Polar Class 6-7 of IACS URI Requirements concerning Polar Class (latest version).



CHAPTER 4 –SUBDIVISION AND STABILITY 4.1 Goal

The goal of this chapter is to ensure adequate subdivision and stability in both intact and damaged conditions.



.1 ships shall have sufficient stability in intact conditions when subject to ice accretion; and

.2 ships of category A and B, constructed on or after 1 January 2017, shall have sufficient residual stability to sustain ice-related damages.

4.3 Regulations 4.3.1 Stability in intact conditions 4.3.1.1 In order to comply with the functional requirement of paragraph 4.2.1, for ships operating in areas and during periods where ice accretion is likely to occur, the following icing allowance shall be made in the stability calculations:

.1 30 kg/m2 on exposed weather decks and gangways; .2 7.5 kg/m2 for the projected lateral area of each side of the ship above the

water plane; and .3 the projected lateral area of discontinuous surfaces of rail, sundry booms,

spars (except masts) and rigging of ships having no sails and the projected lateral area of other small objects shall be computed by increasing the total projected area of continuous surfaces by 5% and the static moments of this area by 10%.

4.3.1.2 Ships operating in areas and during periods where ice accretion is likely to occur

shall be:

.1 designed to minimize the accretion of ice; and

.2 equipped with such means for removing ice as the Administration may require; for example, electrical and pneumatic devices, and/or special tools such as axes or wooden clubs for removing ice from bulwarks, rails and erections.

4.3.1.3 Information on the icing allowance included in the stability calculations shall be given in the PWOM.

4.3.1.4 Ice accretion shall be monitored and appropriate measures taken to ensure that the ice accretion does not exceed the values given in the PWOM.



4.3.2 Stability in damaged conditions

4.3.2.1 In order to comply with the functional requirements of paragraph 4.2.2, ships of categories A and B, constructed on or after 1 January 2017, shall be able to withstand flooding resulting from hull penetration due to ice impact. The residual stability following ice damage shall be such that the factor si, as defined in SOLAS regulations II-1/7-2.2 and II-1/7-2.3, is equal to one for all loading conditions used to calculate the attained subdivision index in SOLAS regulation II-1/7. However, for cargo ships that comply with subdivision and damage stability regulations in another instrument developed by the Organization, as provided by SOLAS regulation II-1/4.1, the residual stability criteria of that instrument shall be met for each loading condition. 4.3.2.2 The ice damage extents to be assumed when demonstrating compliance with paragraph 4.3.2.1 shall be such that:

.1 the longitudinal extent is 4.5% of the upper ice waterline length if centred forward of the maximum breadth on the upper ice waterline, and 1.5% of upper ice waterline length otherwise, and shall be assumed at any longitudinal position along the ship's length;

.2 the transverse penetration extent is 760 mm, measured normal to the shell

over the full extent of the damage; and .3 the vertical extent is the lesser of 20% of the upper ice waterline draught or

the longitudinal extent, and shall be assumed at any vertical position between the keel and 120% of the upper ice waterline draught.

CHAPTER 5 – WATERTIGHT AND WEATHERTIGHT INTEGRITY

5.1 Goal

The goal of this chapter is to provide measures to maintain watertight and weathertight integrity.


In order to achieve the goal set out in paragraph 5.1 above, all closing appliances and doors relevant to watertight and weathertight integrity of the ship shall be operable.

5.3 Regulations

In order to comply with the functional requirements of paragraph 5.2 above, the following apply:

.1 for ships operating in areas and during periods where ice accretion is likely to occur, means shall be provided to remove or prevent ice and snow accretion around hatches and doors; and

.2 in addition, for ships intended to operate in low air temperature the

following apply:

.1 if the hatches or doors are hydraulically operated, means shall be provided to prevent freezing or excessive viscosity of liquids; and



.2 watertight and weathertight doors, hatches and closing devices which are not within an habitable environment and require access while at sea shall be designed to be operated by personnel wearing heavy winter clothing including thick mittens.

CHAPTER 6 – MACHINERY INSTALLATIONS

6.1 Goal The goal of this chapter is to ensure that, machinery installations are capable of delivering the required functionality necessary for safe operation of ships.


6.2.1 In order to achieve the goal set out in paragraph 6.1 above, the following functional requirements are embodied in the regulations of this chapter.

6.2.1.1 Machinery installations shall provide functionality under the anticipated environmental conditions, taking into account:

.1 ice accretion and/or snow accumulation;

.2 ice ingestion from seawater;

.3 freezing and increased viscosity of liquids;

.4 seawater intake temperature; and

.5 snow ingestion.

6.2.1.2 In addition, for ships intended to operate in low air temperatures:

.1 machinery installations shall provide functionality under the anticipated environmental conditions, also taking into account:

.1 cold and dense inlet air; and

.2 loss of performance of battery or other stored energy device; and

.2 materials used shall be suitable for operation at the ships polar service temperature.

6.2.1.3 In addition, for ships ice strengthened in accordance with chapter 3, machinery installations shall provide functionality under the anticipated environmental conditions, taking into account loads imposed directly by ice interaction.

6.3 Regulations

6.3.1 In order to comply with the functional requirement of paragraph 6.2.1.1 above, taking into account the anticipated environmental conditions, the following apply:

.1 machinery installations and associated equipment shall be protected against the effect of ice accretion and/or snow accumulation, ice ingestion from sea water, freezing and increased viscosity of liquids, seawater intake temperature and snow ingestion;



.2 working liquids shall be maintained in a viscosity range that ensures operation of the machinery; and

.3 seawater supplies for machinery systems shall be designed to prevent ingestion of ice,9 or otherwise arranged to ensure functionality.

6.3.2 In addition, for ships intended to operate in low air temperatures, the following apply:

.1 in order to comply with the functional requirement of paragraph 6.2.1.2 above, exposed machinery and electrical installation and appliances shall function at the polar service temperature;

.2 in order to comply with the functional requirement of paragraph 6.2.1.2.1 above, means shall be provided to ensure that combustion air for internal combustion engines driving essential machinery is maintained at a temperature in compliance with the criteria provided by the engine manufacturer; and

.3 in order to comply with the functional requirements of paragraph 6.2.1.2.2 above, materials of exposed machinery and foundations shall be approved by the Administration, or a recognized organization accepted by it, taking into account standards acceptable to the Organization10, 11 or other standards offering an equivalent level of safety based on the polar service temperature.

6.3.3 In addition, for ships ice strengthened in accordance with chapter 3, in order to comply with the functional requirements of paragraph 6.2.1.3 above, the following apply:

.1 scantlings of propeller blades, propulsion line, steering equipment and

other appendages of category A ships shall be approved by the Administration, or a recognized organization accepted by it, taking into account standards acceptable to the Organization10or other standards offering an equivalent level of safety;

.2 scantlings of propeller blades, propulsion line, steering equipment and other appendages of category B ships shall be approved by the Administration, or a recognized organization accepted by it, taking into account standards acceptable to the Organization11 or other standards offering an equivalent level of safety; and

.3 scantlings of propeller blades, propulsion line, steering equipment and other appendages of ice-strengthened category C ships shall be approved by the Administration, or a recognized organization accepted by it, taking into account acceptable standards adequate with the ice types and concentration encountered in the area of operation.

9 Refer to MSC/Circ.504, Guidance on design and construction of sea inlets under slush ice conditions.

10 Refer to Polar Class 1–5 of IACS URI Requirements concerning Polar Class (2011).

11 Refer to Polar Class 6–7 of IACS URI Requirements concerning Polar Class (2011).



CHAPTER 7 – FIRE SAFETY/PROTECTION

7.1 Goal The goal of this chapter is to ensure that fire safety systems and appliances are effective and operable, and that means of escape remain available so that persons on board can safely and swiftly escape to the lifeboat and liferaft embarkation deck under the expected environmental conditions. 7.2 Functional requirements 7.2.1 In order to achieve the goal set out in paragraph 7.1 above, the following functional requirements are embodied in the regulations of this chapter:

.1 all components of fire safety systems and appliances if installed in exposed positions shall be protected from ice accretion and snow accumulation;

.2 local equipment and machinery controls shall be arranged so as to avoid freezing, snow accumulation and ice accretion and their location to remain accessible at all time;

.3 the design of fire safety systems and appliances shall take into consideration the need for persons to wear bulky and cumbersome cold weather gear, where appropriate;

.4 means shall be provided to remove or prevent ice and snow accretion from accesses; and

.5 extinguishing media shall be suitable for intended operation. 7.2.2 In addition, for ships intended to operate in low air temperature, the following apply:

.1 all components of fire safety systems and appliances shall be designed to

ensure availability and effectiveness under the polar service temperature; and

.2 materials used in exposed fire safety systems shall be suitable for operation at the polar service temperature.

7.3 Regulations

7.3.1 In order to comply with the requirement of paragraph 7.2.1.1, the following apply:

.1 isolating and pressure/vacuum valves in exposed locations are to be protected from ice accretion and remain accessible at all time; and

.2 all two-way portable radio communication equipment shall be operable at

the polar service temperature. 7.3.2 In order to comply with the requirement of paragraph 7.2.1.2, the following apply:

.1 fire pumps including emergency fire pumps, water mist and water spray

pumps shall be located in compartments maintained above freezing;



.2 the fire main is to be arranged so that exposed sections can be isolated and means of draining of exposed sections shall be provided. Fire hoses and nozzles need not be connected to the fire main at all times, and may be stored in protected locations near the hydrants;

.3 firefighter's outfits shall be stored in warm locations on the ship; and

.4 where fixed water-based firefighting systems are located in a space separate from the main fire pumps and use their own independent sea suction, this sea suction is to be also capable of being cleared of ice accumulation.

7.3.3 In addition, for ships intended to operate in low air temperature, the following apply:

.1 In order to comply with the requirement of paragraph 7.2.2.1, portable and semi-portable extinguishers shall be located in positions protected from freezing temperatures, as far as practical. Locations subject to freezing are to be provided with extinguishers capable of operation under the polar service temperature.

.2 In order to comply with the functional requirements of paragraph 7.2.2.2 above, materials of exposed fire safety systems shall be approved by the Administration, or a recognized organization accepted by it, taking into account standards acceptable to the Organization12 or other standards offering an equivalent level of safety based on the polar service temperature.

CHAPTER 8 – LIFE-SAVING APPLIANCES AND ARRANGEMENTS

8.1 Goal The goal of this chapter is to provide for safe escape, evacuation and survival.



8.2.1 Escape

8.2.1.1 Exposed escape routes shall remain accessible and safe, taking into consideration the potential icing of structures and snow accumulation. 8.2.1.2 Survival craft and muster and embarkation arrangements shall provide safe abandonment of ship, taking into consideration the possible adverse environmental conditions during an emergency. 8.2.2 Evacuation

All life-saving appliances and associated equipment shall provide safe evacuation and be functional under the possible adverse environmental conditions during the maximum expected time of rescue.

12 Refer to IACS UR S6 Use of Steel Grades for Various Hull Members – Ships of 90 m in Length and Above (2013)

or IACS URI Requirements concerning Polar Class (2011).



8.2.3 Survival

8.2.3.1 Adequate thermal protection shall be provided for all persons on board, taking into account the intended voyage, the anticipated weather conditions (cold and wind), and the potential for immersion in polar water, where applicable.

8.2.3.2 Life-saving appliances and associated equipment shall take account of the potential of operation in long periods of darkness, taking into consideration the intended voyage.

8.2.3.3 Taking into account the presence of any hazards, as identified in the assessment in chapter 1, resources shall be provided to support survival following abandoning ship, whether to the water, to ice or to land, for the maximum expected time of rescue. These resources shall provide:

.1 a habitable environment;

.2 protection of persons from the effects of cold, wind and sun;

.3 space to accommodate persons equipped with thermal protection adequate for the environment;

.4 means to provide sustenance;

.5 safe access and exit points; and

.6 means to communicate with rescue assets. 8.3 Regulations 8.3.1 Escape In order to comply with the functional requirements of paragraphs 8.2.1.1 and 8.2.1.2 above, the following apply:

.1 for ships exposed to ice accretion, means shall be provided to remove or prevent ice and snow accretion from escape routes, muster stations, embarkation areas, survival craft, its launching appliances and access to survival craft;

.2 in addition, for ships constructed on or after 1 January 2017, exposed

escape routes shall be arranged so as not to hinder passage by persons wearing suitable polar clothing; and

.3 in addition, for ships intended to operate in low air temperatures, adequacy

of embarkation arrangements shall be assessed, having full regard to any effect of persons wearing additional polar clothing.

8.3.2 Evacuation In order to comply with the functional requirement of paragraph 8.2.2 above, the following apply:

.1 ships shall have means to ensure safe evacuation of persons, including safe deployment of survival equipment, when operating in ice-covered waters, or directly onto the ice, as applicable; and



.2 where the regulations of this chapter are achieved by means of adding devices requiring a source of power, this source shall be able to operate independently of the ship's main source of power.

8.3.3 Survival 8.3.3.1 In order to comply with the functional requirement of paragraph 8.2.3.1 above, the following apply:

.1 for passenger ships, a proper sized immersion suit or a thermal protective aid shall be provided for each person on board; and

.2 where immersion suits are required, they shall be of the insulated type.

8.3.3.2 In addition, for ships intended to operate in extended periods of darkness, in order to comply with the functional requirements of paragraph 8.2.3.2 above, searchlights suitable for continuous use to facilitate identification of ice shall be provided for each lifeboat. 8.3.3.3 In order to comply with the functional requirement of paragraph 8.2.3.3 above, the following apply:

.1 no lifeboat shall be of any type other than partially or totally enclosed type;

.2 taking into account the assessment referred to in chapter 1, appropriate survival resources, which address both individual (personal survival equipment) and shared (group survival equipment) needs, shall be provided, as follows:

.1 life-saving appliances and group survival equipment that provide effective protection against direct wind chill for all persons on board;

.2 personal survival equipment in combination with life-saving appliances or group survival equipment that provide sufficient thermal insulation to maintain the core temperature of persons; and

.3 personal survival equipment that provide sufficient protection to prevent frostbite of all extremities; and

.3 in addition, whenever the assessment required under paragraph 1.5

identifies a potential of abandonment onto ice or land, the following apply:

.1 group survival equipment shall be carried, unless an equivalent level of functionality for survival is provided by the ship's normal life-saving appliances;

.2 when required, personal and group survival equipment sufficient

for 110% of the persons on board shall be stowed in easily accessible locations, as close as practical to the muster or embarkation stations;

.3 containers for group survival equipment shall be designed to be easily movable over the ice and be floatable;



.4 whenever the assessment identifies the need to carry personal and group survival equipment, means shall be identified of ensuring that this equipment is accessible following abandonment;

.5 if carried in addition to persons, in the survival craft, the survival craft and launching appliances shall have sufficient capacity to accommodate the additional equipment;

.6 passengers shall be instructed in the use of the personal survival equipment and the action to take in an emergency; and

.7 the crew shall be trained in the use of the personal survival equipment and group survival equipment.

8.3.3.4 In order to comply with the functional requirement of paragraph 8.2.3.3.4 above, adequate emergency rations shall be provided, for the maximum expected time of rescue.

CHAPTER 9 – SAFETY OF NAVIGATION

9.1 Goal

The goal of this chapter is to provide for safe navigation.


In order to achieve the goal set out in paragraph 9.1 above, the following functional requirements are embodied in the regulations of this chapter.

9.2.1 Nautical information

Ships shall have the ability to receive up-to-date information including ice information for safe navigation.

9.2.2 Navigational equipment functionality

9.2.2.1 The navigational equipment and systems shall be designed, constructed, and installed to retain their functionality under the expected environmental conditions in the area of operation.

9.2.2.2 Systems for providing reference headings and position fixing shall be suitable for the intended areas.

9.2.3 Additional navigational equipment

9.2.3.1 Ships shall have the ability to visually detect ice when operating in darkness. 9.2.3.2 Ships involved in operations with an icebreaker escort shall have suitable means to indicate when the ship is stopped. 9.3 Regulations 9.3.1 Nautical information

In order to comply with the functional requirement of paragraph 9.2.1 above, ships shall have means of receiving and displaying current information on ice conditions in the area of operation.



9.3.2 Navigational equipment functionality 9.3.2.1 In order to comply with the functional requirement of paragraph 9.2.2.1 above, the following apply:

.1 ships constructed on or after 1 January 2017, ice strengthened in accordance with chapter 3, shall have either two independent echo-sounding devices or one echo-sounding device with two separate independent transducers;

.2 ships shall comply with SOLAS regulation V/22.1.9.4, irrespective of the date of construction and the size and, depending on the bridge configuration, a clear view astern;

.3 for ships operating in areas, and during periods, where ice accretion is

likely to occur, means to prevent the accumulation of ice on antennas required for navigation and communication shall be provided; and

.4 in addition, for ships ice strengthened in accordance with chapter 3, the

following apply: .1 where equipment required by SOLAS chapter V or this chapter

have sensors that project below the hull, such sensors shall be protected against ice; and

.2 in category A and B ships constructed on or after 1 January 2017,

the bridge wings shall be enclosed or designed to protect navigational equipment and operating personnel.

9.3.2.2 In order to comply with the functional requirement of paragraph 9.2.2.2 above, the following apply:

.1 ships shall have two non-magnetic means to determine and display their heading. Both means shall be independent and shall be connected to the ship's main and emergency source of power; and

.2 ships proceeding to latitudes over 80 degrees shall be fitted with at least

one GNSS compass or equivalent, which shall be connected to the ship's main and emergency source of power.

9.3.3 Additional navigational equipment 9.3.3.1 In order to comply with the functional requirement of paragraph 9.2.3.1 ships, with the exception of those solely operating in areas with 24 hours daylight, shall be equipped with two remotely rotatable, narrow-beam search lights controllable from the bridge to provide lighting over an arc of 360 degrees, or other means to visually detect ice. 9.3.3.2 In order to comply with the functional requirement of paragraph 9.2.3.2, ships involved in operations with an icebreaker escort shall be equipped with a manually initiated flashing red light visible from astern to indicate when the ship is stopped. This light shall have a range of visibility of at least two nautical miles, and the horizontal and vertical arcs of visibility shall conform to the stern light specifications required by the International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea.



CHAPTER 10 – COMMUNICATION

10.1 Goal The goal of this chapter is to provide for effective communication for ships and survival craft during normal operation and in emergency situations. 10.2 Functional requirements In order to achieve the goal set out in paragraph 10.1 above, the following functional requirements are embodied in the regulations of this chapter. 10.2.1 Ship communication 10.2.1.1 Two-way voice and/or data communications ship-to-ship and ship-to-shore shall be available at all points along the intended operating routes. 10.2.1.2 Suitable means of communications shall be provided where escort and convoy operations are expected. 10.2.1.3 Means for two-way on-scene and SAR coordination communications for search and rescue purposes including aeronautical frequencies shall be provided. 10.2.1.4 Appropriate communication equipment to enable telemedical assistance in polar areas shall be provided. 10.2.2 Survival craft and rescue boat communications capabilities

10.2.2.1 For ships intended to operate in low air temperature, all rescue boats and lifeboats, whenever released for evacuation, shall maintain capability for distress alerting, locating and on-scene communications. 10.2.2.2 For ships intended to operate in low air temperature, all other survival craft, whenever released, shall maintain capability for transmitting signals for location and for communication. 10.2.2.3 Mandatory communication equipment for use in survival craft, including liferafts, and rescue boats shall be capable of operation during the maximum expected time of rescue. 10.3 Regulations 10.3.1 Ship communication 10.3.1.1 In order to comply with the functional requirements of paragraph 10.2.1.1 above, communication equipment on board shall have the capabilities for ship-to-ship and ship-to-shore communication, taking into account the limitations of communications systems in high latitudes and the anticipated low temperature. 10.3.1.2 In order to comply with the functional requirements of paragraph 10.2.1.2 above, ships intended to provide icebreaking escort shall be equipped with a sound signaling system mounted to face astern to indicate escort and emergency manoeuvres to following ships as described in the International Code of Signals.



10.3.1.3 In order to comply with the functional requirements of paragraph 10.2.1.3 above, two-way on-scene and SAR coordination communication capability in ships shall include:

.1 voice and/or data communications with relevant rescue coordination centres; and

.2 equipment for voice communications with aircraft on 121.5 and 123.1 MHz.

10.3.1.4 In order to comply with the functional requirements of paragraph 10.2.1.4 above, the communication equipment shall provide for two-way voice and data communication with a Telemedical Assistance Service (TMAS).

10.3.2 Survival craft and rescue boat communications capabilities

10.3.2.1 For ships intended to operate in low air temperature, in order to comply with the functional requirements of paragraph 10.2.2.1 above, all rescue boats and lifeboats, whenever released for evacuation, shall:

.1 for distress alerting, carry one device for transmitting ship to shore alerts;

.2 in order to be located, carry one device for transmitting signals for location; and

.3 for on-scene communications, carry one device for transmitting and receiving on-scene communications.

10.3.2.2 For ships intended to operate in low air temperature, in order to comply with the functional requirements of paragraph 10.2.2.2 above, all other survival craft shall:

.1 in order to be located, carry one device for transmitting signals for location; and

.2 for on-scene communications, carry one device for transmitting and

receiving on-scene communications.

10.3.2.3 In order to comply with the functional requirements of paragraph 10.2.2.3 above, recognizing the limitations arising from battery life, procedures shall be developed and implemented such that mandatory communication equipment for use in survival craft, including liferafts, and rescue boats are available for operation during the maximum expected time of rescue.

CHAPTER 11 – VOYAGE PLANNING

11.1 Goal The goal of this chapter is to ensure that the Company, master and crew are provided with sufficient information to enable operations to be conducted with due consideration to safety of ship and persons on board and, as appropriate, environmental protection.

11.2 Functional requirement

In order to achieve the goal set out in paragraph 11.1 above, the voyage plan shall take into account the potential hazards of the intended voyage.



11.3 Requirements In order to comply with the functional requirement of paragraph 11.2 above, the master shall consider a route through polar waters, taking into account the following:

.1 the procedures required by the PWOM; .2 any limitations of the hydrographic information and aids to navigation

available; .3 current information on the extent and type of ice and icebergs in the vicinity

of the intended route; .4 statistical information on ice and temperatures from former years; .5 places of refuge; .6 current information and measures to be taken when marine mammals are

encountered relating to known areas with densities of marine mammals, including seasonal migration areas;13

.7 current information on relevant ships' routing systems, speed

recommendations and vessel traffic services relating to known areas with densities of marine mammals, including seasonal migration areas;14

.8 national and international designated protected areas along the route; and .9 operation in areas remote from search and rescue (SAR) capabilities.15

CHAPTER 12 – MANNING AND TRAINING

12.1 Goal

The goal of this chapter is to ensure that ships operating in polar waters are appropriately manned by adequately qualified, trained and experienced personnel.

12.2 Functional requirements In order to achieve the goal set out in paragraph 12.1 above, companies shall ensure that masters, chief mates and officers in charge of a navigational watch on board ships operating in polar waters shall have completed training to attain the abilities that are appropriate to the capacity to be filled and duties and responsibilities to be taken up, taking into account the provisions of the STCW Convention and the STCW Code, as amended.

13 Refer to MEPC/Circ.674 on Guidance document for minimizing the risk of ship strikes with cetaceans.

14 Refer to MEPC/Circ.674 on Guidance document for minimizing the risk of ship strikes with cetaceans.

15 Refer to MSC.1/Circ.1184 on Enhanced contingency planning guidance for passenger ships operating in

areas remote from SAR facilities and A.999(25) on Guidelines on voyage planning for passenger ships operating in remote areas.



12.3 Regulations

12.3.1 In order to meet the functional requirement of paragraph 12.2 above while operating in polar waters, masters, chief mates and officers in charge of a navigational watch shall be qualified in accordance with chapter V of the STCW Convention and the STCW Code, as amended, as follows:

Ice conditions Tankers Passenger ships Other

Ice Free Not applicable Not applicable Not applicable

Open waters Basic training for master, chief mate and officers in charge of a navigational watch

Basic training for master, chief mate and officers in charge of a navigational watch

Not applicable

Other waters

Advanced training for master and chief mate. Basic training for officers in charge of a navigational watch

Advanced training for master and chief mate. Basic training for officers in charge of a navigational watch

Advanced training for master and chief mate. Basic training for officers in charge of a navigational watch.

12.3.2 The Administration may allow the use of a person(s) other than the master, chief mate or officers of the navigational watch to satisfy the requirements for training, as required by paragraph 12.3.1, provided that:

.1 this person(s) shall be qualified and certified in accordance with regulation II/2 of the STCW Convention and section A-II/2 of the STCW Code, and meets the advance training requirements noted in the above table;

.2 while operating in polar waters the ship has sufficient number of persons meeting the appropriate training requirements for polar waters to cover all watches;

.3 this person(s) is subject to the Administration's minimum hours of rest requirements at all times;

.4 when operating in waters other than open waters or bergy waters, the master, chief mate and officers in charge of a navigational watch on passenger ships and tankers shall meet the applicable basic training requirements noted in the above table; and

.5 when operating in waters with ice concentration of more than 2/10, the master, chief mate and officers in charge of a navigational watch on cargo ships other than tankers shall meet the applicable basic training requirements noted in the above table.

12.3.3 The use of a person other than the officer of the navigational watch to satisfy the requirements for training does not relieve the master or officer of the navigational watch from their duties and obligations for the safety of the ship.

12.3.4 Every crew member shall be made familiar with the procedures and equipment contained or referenced in the PWOM relevant to their assigned duties.



PART I-B

ADDITIONAL GUIDANCE REGARDING THE PROVISIONS OF THE INTRODUCTION AND PART I-A

1 ADDITIONAL GUIDANCE TO SECTION 2 (DEFINITIONS) OF THE INTRODUCTION

Definitions used in the figure above MDHT – Mean Daily High Temperature MDAT – Mean Daily Average Temperature MDLT – Mean Daily Low Temperature Guidance instructions for determining MDLT: 1 Determine the daily low temperature for each day for a 10 year period. 2 Determine the average of the values over the 10 year period for each day. 3 Plot the daily averages over the year. 4 Take the lowest of the averages for the season of operation.



2 ADDITIONAL GUIDANCE TO CHAPTER 1 (GENERAL) 1 Limitations for operating in ice 1.1 Limitations for operation in ice can be determined using systems, tools or analysis that evaluate the risks posed by the anticipated ice conditions to the ship, taking into account factors such as its ice class, seasonal changing of ice strength, icebreaker support, ice type, thickness and concentration. The ship's structural capacity to resist ice load and the ship's planned operations should be considered. The limitations should be incorporated into an ice operational decision support system. 1.2 Limitations for operating in ice should be determined using an appropriate methodology, such methodologies exist, have been in use for a number of years and have been validated with service experience. Existing methodologies and other systems may be acceptable to the Administration. 1.3 Operation in ice should take into account any operational limitations of the ship; extended information on the ice operational methodology contained in the PWOM; the condition of the ship and ship's systems, historical weather/ice data and weather/ice forecasts for the intended area of operation, current conditions including visual ice observations, sea state, visibility and the judgment of qualified personnel. 2 Operational assessment

2.1 This guidance is intended to support shipowners carrying out, and Administrations reviewing, the assessment required in part I-A, section 1.5, for operational limitations and procedures for the Polar Ship Certificate.

2.2 Steps for an operational assessment:

.1 identify relevant hazards from section 3 of the Introduction and other hazards based on a review of the intended operations;

.2 develop a model16 to analyse risks considering:

.1 development of accident scenarios;

.2 probability of events in each accident scenario; and

.3 consequence of end states in each scenario;

.3 assess risks and determine acceptability:

.1 estimate risk levels in accordance with the selected modelling approach; and

.2 assess whether risk levels are acceptable; and

16

Reference is made to the techniques in appendix 3 of the Revised guidelines for Formal Safety Assessment

(FSA) for use in the IMO Rule-Making Process (MSC-MEPC.2/Circ.12) and standard IEC/ISO 31010

"Risk management – Risk assessment techniques"



.4 in the event that risk levels determined in steps 1 to 3 are considered to be too high, identify current or develop new risk control options that aim to achieve one or more of the following: .1 reduce the frequency of failures through better design, procedures,

training, etc.;

.2 mitigate the effect of failures in order to prevent accidents;

.3 limit the circumstances in which failures may occur; or

.4 mitigate consequences of accidents; and

.5 incorporate risk control options for design, procedures, training and limitations, as applicable.

3 Performance standards A system previously accepted based on manufacturer certifications, classification society certifications and/or satisfactory service of existing systems may be acceptable for installation on new and existing ships if no performance or testing standards are accepted by the Organization. 3 ADDITIONAL GUIDANCE TO CHAPTER 2 (POLAR WATER OPERATIONAL MANUAL

(PWOM)) 3.1 Recommendation on the content of the Polar Water Operational Manual The Polar Water Operational Manual (PWOM) is intended to address all aspects of operations addressed by chapter 2 of part I-A. When appropriate information, procedures or plans exist elsewhere in a ship's documentation, the PWOM itself does not need to replicate this material, but may instead cross-reference the relevant reference document. A model Table of Contents is found in appendix 2.

The model follows the general structure of chapter 2. Not every section outlined below will be applicable to every polar ship. Many category C ships that undertake occasional or limit polar voyages will not need to have procedures for situations with a very low probability of occurrence. However, it may still be advisable to retain a common structure for the PWOM as a reminder that if assumptions change then the contents of the manual may also need to be updated. Noting an aspect as "not applicable" also indicates to the Administration that this aspect has been considered and not merely omitted.

3.2 Guidance on navigation with icebreaker assistance

With respect to navigation with icebreaker assistance, the following should be considered:

.1 while approaching the starting point of the ice convoy to follow an icebreaker/icebreakers or in the case of escorting by icebreaker of one ship to the point of meeting with the icebreaker, ships should establish radio communication on the VHF channel 16 and act in compliance with the icebreaker's instructions;

.2 the icebreaker rendering the icebreaker assistance of ship ice convoy should command ships in the ice convoy;



.3 position of a ship in the ice convoy should be determined by the icebreaker rendering the assistance;

.4 ship within the ice convoy, in accordance with the instructions of the icebreaker rendering the assistance, should establish communication with the icebreaker by VHF channel indicated by the icebreaker;

.5 the ship, while navigating in the ice convoy, should ensure compliance with the instructions of the icebreaker;

.6 position in the ice convoy, speed and distance to a ship ahead should be as instructed by the icebreaker;

.7 the ship should immediately notify the icebreaker of any difficulties to maintain the position within the ice convoy, speed and/or distance to any other ship in the ice convoy; and

.8 the ship should immediately report to the icebreaker of any damage.

3.3 Guidance on the development of contingency plans

'

See also additional guidance to chapter 9.

4 ADDITIONAL GUIDANCE TO CHAPTER 3 (SHIP STRUCTURE)

Method for determining equivalent ice class

1 The guidance presented below is intended to assist in determining equivalency with standards acceptable to the Organization, as referenced in chapters 3 and 6 of the Code. The methodology is consistent with guidance developed by the Organization17 while allowing for the use of a simplified approach.

2 The basic approach for considering equivalency for categories A and B ships can be the same for both new and existing ships. It involves comparing other ice classes to the IACS Polar Classes. For ice classes under category C, additional information on comparisons of strengthening levels is available for the guidance of owners and Administrations.18 The responsibility for generating the equivalency request and supporting information required should rest with the owner/operator. Review/approval of any equivalency request should be undertaken by the flag State Administration, or by a recognized organization acting on its behalf under the provisions of the Code for Recognized Organizations (RO Code). Several classification societies have developed easy-to-use tools for determination of compliance with the IACS Polar Class structural requirements, as have some Administrations and other third parties.

3 The scope of a simplified equivalency assessment (referring to paragraphs 6.1 to 6.3 below) is expected to be limited to materials selection, structural strength of the hull and propulsion machinery.

17 Refer to the Guidelines for the approval of alternatives and equivalents as provided for in various IMO

instruments (MSC.1/Circ.1455).

18 Refer to the annex to HELCOM Recommendation 25/7, Safety of Winter Navigation in the Baltic Sea Area,

available at www.helcom.fi



4 If there is not full and direct compliance, then an equivalent level of risk can be accepted in accordance with guidance provided by the Organization. An increase in the probability of an event can be balanced by a reduction in its consequences. Alternatively, a reduction in probability could potentially allow acceptance of more serious consequences. Using a hull area example, a local shortfall in strength level or material grade could be accepted if the internal compartment is a void space, for which local damage will not put the overall safety of the ship at risk or lead to any release of pollutants. 5 For existing ships, service experience can assist in risk assessment. As an example, for an existing ship with a record of polar ice operations a shortfall in the extent of the ice belt (hull areas) may be acceptable if there is no record of damage to the deficient area; i.e. a ship that would generally meet PC 5 requirements but in limited areas is only PC 7 could still be considered as a category A, PC 5 ship. In all such cases, the ship's documentation should make clear the nature and scope of any deficiencies. 6 The process includes the following stages of assessment:

.1 select the target Polar Class for equivalency;

.2 compare materials used in the design with minimum requirements under the IACS Polar Class URs; identify any shortfalls; and

.3 compare strength levels of hull and machinery components design with requirements under the IACS Polar Class URs; quantify levels of compliance.

7 Where gaps in compliance are identified in steps 1 to 3, additional steps should be necessary to demonstrate equivalency, as outlined below:

.4 identify any risk mitigation measures incorporated in the design of the ship (over and above the requirements of the Code and IACS URs);

.5 where applicable, provide documentation of service experience of existing

ships, in conditions relevant to the target ice class for equivalency; and

.6 undertake an assessment, taking into account information from steps 1 to 5, as applicable, and on the principles outlined in paragraphs 2 to 6 above.

8 Documentation provided with an application for equivalency should identify each stage that has been undertaken, and sufficient supporting information to validate assessments. 9 Where a ship in categories A or B is provided with an equivalency for ice class by its flag State, this should be noted in its Polar Ship Certificate. 5 ADDITIONAL GUIDANCE TO CHAPTER 4 (SUBDIVISION AND STABILITY) No additional guidance 6 ADDITIONAL GUIDANCE TO CHAPTER 5 (WATERTIGHT AND WEATHERTIGHT INTEGRITY) No additional guidance. 7 ADDITIONAL GUIDANCE TO CHAPTER 6 (MACHINERY INSTALLATIONS) Refer to additional guidance to chapter 3.



8 ADDITIONAL GUIDANCE TO CHAPTER 7 (FIRE SAFETY/PROTECTION) No additional guidance. 9 ADDITIONAL GUIDANCE TO CHAPTER 8 (LIFE-SAVING APPLIANCES AND ARRANGEMENTS)

9.1 Sample personal survival equipment When considering resources to be included with the personal survival equipment, the following should be taken into account:

Suggested Equipment

Protective clothing (hat, gloves, socks, face and neck protection, etc.)

Skin protection cream

Thermal protective aid

Sunglasses

Whistle

Drinking mug

Penknife

Polar survival guidance

Emergency food

Carrying bag

9.2 Sample group survival equipment When considering resources to be included in the group survival equipment, the following should be taken into account:

Suggested Equipment

Shelter – tents or storm shelters or equivalent – sufficient for maximum number

of persons

Thermal protective aids or similar – sufficient for maximum number of persons

Sleeping bags – sufficient for at least one between two persons

Foam sleeping mats or similar – sufficient for at least one between two persons

Shovels – at least 2

Sanitation (e.g. toilet paper)

Stove and fuel – sufficient for maximum number of persons ashore and

maximum anticipated time of rescue

Emergency food – sufficient for maximum number of persons ashore and

maximum anticipated time of rescue



Suggested Equipment

Flashlights – one per shelter

Waterproof and windproof matches – two boxes per shelter

Whistle

Signal mirror

Water containers & water purification tablets

Spare set of personal survival equipment

Group survival equipment container (waterproof and floatable)

10 ADDITIONAL GUIDANCE TO CHAPTER 9 (SAFETY OF NAVIGATION) 10.1 Radars equipped with enhanced ice detection capability should be promoted used, in particular, in shallow waters. 10.2 As the chart coverage of polar waters in many areas may not currently be adequate for coastal navigation, navigational officers should:

.1 exercise care to plan and monitor their voyage accordingly, taking due account of the information and guidance in the appropriate nautical publications;

.2 be familiar with the status of hydrographic surveys and the availability and

quality of chart information for the areas in which they intend to operate; .3 be aware of potential chart datum discrepancies with GNSS positioning;

and .4 aim to plan their route through charted areas and well clear of known shoal

depths, following established routes whenever possible. 10.3 Any deviations from the planned route should be undertaken with particular caution. For example, and when operating on the continental shelf:

.1 the echo-sounder should be working and monitored to detect any sign of unexpected depth variation, especially when the chart is not based on a full search of the sea floor; and

.2 independent cross-checking of positioning information (e.g. visual and

radar fixing and GNSS) should be undertaken at every opportunity. Mariners should ensure to report to the relevant charting authority (Hydrographic Office) any information that might contribute to improving the nautical charts and publications.

10.4 Ships should be fitted with:

.1 a suitable means to de-ice sufficient conning position windows to provide unimpaired forward and astern vision from conning positions; and



.2 an efficient means of clearing melted ice, freezing rain, snow, mist and spray from outside and accumulated condensation from inside. A mechanical means to clear moisture from the outside face of a window should have operating mechanisms protected from freezing or the accumulation of ice that would impair effective operation.

11 ADDITIONAL GUIDANCE TO CHAPTER 10 (COMMUNICATION)

11.1 Limitations of communication systems in high latitude

11.1.1 Current maritime digital communication systems were not designed to cover polar waters.

11.1.2 VHF is still largely used for communication at sea, but only over short distances (line of sight) and normally only for voice communication. HF and MF are also used for emergency situations. Digital VHF, mobile phone systems and other types of wireless technology offer enough digital capacity for many maritime applications, but only to ships within sight of shore-based stations, and are, therefore, not generally available in polar waters. AIS could also be used for low data-rate communication, but there are very few base stations, and the satellite-based AIS system is designed for data reception only.

11.1.3 The theoretical limit of coverage for GEO systems is 81.3° north or south, but instability and signal dropouts can occur at latitudes as low as 70° north or south under certain conditions. Many factors influence the quality of service offered by GEO systems, and they have different effects depending on the system design.

11.1.4 Non-GMDSS systems may be available and may be effective for communication in polar waters.

11.2 Advice for the operation of multiple alerting and communication devices in the event of an incident

A procedure should be developed to ensure that when survival craft are in close proximity, not more than two alerting or locating devices are activated (as required by regulation 10.3.2) at the same time. This is to:

.1 preserve battery life;

.2 enable extended periods of time for the transmission of alerting or locating signals; and

.3 avoid potential interference.

11.3 For satellite distress beacons, although multiple beacon transmissions can be detected successfully by the satellite system, it is not recommended to activate multiple beacons, unless the survival craft operating the beacons are widely dispersed, as this can cause interference on direction-finding equipment.

11.4 Advice on location and communication equipment to be carried by rescue boats and survival craft

In determining the equipment to be carried for transmitting signals for location, the capabilities of the search and rescue resources likely to respond should be borne in mind. Responding ships and aircraft may not be able to home to 406/121.5 MHz, in which case other locating devices (e.g. AIS-SART) should be considered.



12 ADDITIONAL GUIDANCE TO CHAPTER 11 (VOYAGE PLANNING) In developing and executing a voyage plan ships should consider the following:

.1 in the event that marine mammals are encountered, any existing best practices should be considered to minimize unnecessary disturbance; and

.2 planning to minimize the impact of the ship's voyage where ships are

trafficking near areas of cultural heritage and cultural significance. See also additional guidance to chapter 9. 13 ADDITIONAL GUIDANCE TO CHAPTER 12 (MANNING AND TRAINING) No additional guidance



[PART II-A* POLLUTION PREVENTION MEASURES

CHAPTER 1 PREVENTION OF POLLUTION BY OIL

1.1 Operational requirements

1.1.1 In Arctic waters any discharge into the sea of oil or oily mixtures from any ship shall be prohibited. 1.1.2 The provisions of paragraph 1.1.1 shall not apply to the discharge of clean or segregated ballast. 1.1.3 Subject to the approval of the Administration, a category A ship constructed before [date of entry into force] that cannot comply with paragraph 1.1.1 for oil or oily mixtures from machinery spaces and is operating continuously in Arctic waters for more than 30 days shall comply with paragraph 1.1.1 not later than the first intermediate or renewal survey, whichever comes first, one year after [the date of entry into force]. Until such date these ships shall comply with the discharge requirements of MARPOL Annex I, regulation 15.3.

1.1.4 Operation in polar waters shall be taken into account, as appropriate, in the Oil Record Books, manuals and the shipboard oil pollution emergency plan or the shipboard marine pollution emergency plan as required by MARPOL Annex I. 1.2 Structural requirements

1.2.1 For category A and B ships constructed on or after [date of entry into force] with an aggregate oil fuel capacity of less than 600 m3, all oil fuel tanks shall be separated from the outer shell by a distance of not less than 0.76 m. This provision does not apply to small oil fuel tanks with a maximum individual capacity not greater than 30 m3. 1.2.2 For category A and B ships constructed on or after [date of entry into force] of less than 600 tonnes deadweight, all cargo tanks constructed and utilized to carry oil shall be separated from the outer shell by a distance of not less than 0.76 m. 1.2.3 For category A and B ships constructed on or after [date of entry into force] all oil residue (sludge) tanks and oily bilge water holding tanks shall be separated from the outer shell by a distance of not less than 0.76 m. This provision does not apply to small tanks with a maximum individual capacity not greater than 30 m3.

CHAPTER 2 CONTROL OF POLLUTION BY NOXIOUS LIQUID SUBSTANCES IN BULK

2.1 Operational requirements 2.1.1 In Arctic waters any discharge into the sea of noxious liquid substances, or mixtures containing such substances, shall be prohibited. * It should be noted that parts II-A and II-B are expected to be adopted by MEPC 68 (11 to 15 May 2015).



2.1.2 Operation in polar waters shall be taken into account, as appropriate, in the Cargo Record Book, the Manual and the shipboard marine pollution emergency plan for noxious liquid substances or the shipboard marine pollution emergency plan as required by MARPOL Annex II. 2.1.3 For category A and B ships constructed on or after [date of entry into force] the carriage of noxious liquid substances (NLS) identified in chapter 17, column e, as ship type 3 or identified as NLS in chapter 18 of the International Code for the Construction and Equipment of Ships Carrying Dangerous Chemicals in Bulk in cargo tanks of type 3 ships shall be subject to the approval of the Administration. The results shall be reflected on the International Pollution Prevention Certificate for the Carriage of Noxious Liquid Substances in Bulk or Certificate of Fitness identifying the operation in polar waters.

CHAPTER 3 PREVENTION OF POLLUTION BY HARMFUL SUBSTANCES CARRIED BY SEA IN

PACKAGED FORM Kept blank intentionally.

CHAPTER 4 PREVENTION OF POLLUTION BY SEWAGE FROM SHIPS

4.1 Definitions

4.1.1 Constructed means a ship the keel of which is laid or which is at a similar stage of construction.

4.1.2 Ice-shelf means a floating ice sheet of considerable thickness showing 2 to 50 m or more above sea-level, attached to the coast.19 4.1.3 Fast ice means sea ice which forms and remains fast along the coast, where it is attached to the shore, to an ice wall, to an ice front, between shoals or grounded icebergs.4 4.2 Operational requirements 4.2.1 Discharges of sewage within polar waters are prohibited except when performed in accordance with MARPOL Annex IV and the following requirements:

.1 the ship is discharging comminuted and disinfected sewage in accordance with regulation 11.1.1 of MARPOL Annex IV at a distance of more than 3 nautical miles from any ice-shelf or fast ice and shall be as far as practicable from areas of ice concentration exceeding 1/10; or

.2 the ship is discharging sewage that is not comminuted or disinfected in

accordance with regulation 11.1.1 of MARPOL Annex IV and at a distance of more than 12 nautical miles from any ice-shelf or fast ice and shall be as far as practicable from areas of ice concentration exceeding 1/10; or

19 Refer to the WMO Sea-Ice Nomenclature.



.3 the ship has in operation an approved sewage treatment plant20 certified by the Administration to meet the operational requirements in either regulation 9.1.1 or 9.2.1 of MARPOL Annex IV, and discharges sewage in accordance with regulation 11.1.2 of Annex IV and shall be as far as practicable from the nearest land, any ice-shelf, fast ice or areas of ice concentration exceeding 1/10.

4.2.2 Discharge of sewage into the sea is prohibited from category A and B ships constructed on or after [date of entry into force], and all passenger ships constructed on or after [date of entry into force], except when such discharges are in compliance with paragraph 4.2.1.3 of this chapter. 4.2.3 Notwithstanding the requirements of paragraph 4.2.1, category A and B ships that operate in areas of ice concentrations exceeding 1/10 for extended periods of time, may only discharge sewage using an approved sewage treatment plant certified by the Administration to meet the operational requirements in either regulation 9.1.1 or 9.2.1 of MARPOL Annex IV. Such discharges shall be subject to the approval by the Administration.

CHAPTER 5 PREVENTION OF POLLUTION BY GARBAGE FROM SHIPS

5.1 Definitions

5.1.1 Ice-shelf means a floating ice sheet of considerable thickness showing 2 to 50 m or more above sea-level, attached to the coast21. 5.1.2 Fast ice means sea ice which forms and remains fast along the coast, where it is attached to the shore, to an ice wall, to an ice front, between shoals or grounded icebergs6. 5.2 Operational requirements 5.2.1 In Arctic waters, discharge of garbage into the sea permitted in accordance with regulation 4 of MARPOL Annex V, shall meet the following additional requirements:

.1 discharge into the sea of food wastes is only permitted when the ship is as far as practicable from areas of ice concentration exceeding 1/10, but in any case not less than 12 nautical miles from the nearest land, nearest ice-shelf, or nearest fast ice;

.2 food wastes shall be comminuted or ground and shall be capable of

passing through a screen with openings no greater than 25 mm. Food wastes shall not be contaminated by any other garbage type;

.3 food wastes shall not be discharged onto the ice; .4 discharge of animal carcasses is prohibited; and

20 Refer to resolution MEPC.2(VI), resolution MEPC.159(55) or resolution MEPC.227(64) as applicable. 21 Refer to the WMO Sea-Ice Nomenclature.



.5 discharge of cargo residues that cannot be recovered using commonly available methods for unloading shall only be permitted while the ship is en route and where all the following conditions are satisfied:

.1 cargo residues, cleaning agents or additives, contained in hold

washing water do not include any substances classified as harmful to the marine environment, taking into account guidelines developed by the Organization;

.2 both the port of departure and the next port of destination are

within Arctic waters and the ship will not transit outside Arctic waters between those ports;

.3 no adequate reception facilities are available at those ports taking

into account guidelines developed by the Organization; and .4 where the conditions of subparagraphs 5.2.1.5.1, 5.2.1.5.2

and 5.2.1.5.3 of this paragraph have been fulfilled, discharge of cargo hold washing water containing residues shall be made as far as practicable from areas of ice concentration exceeding 1/10, but in any case not less than 12 nautical miles from the nearest land, nearest ice shelf, or nearest fast ice.

5.2.2 In the Antarctic area, discharge of garbage into the sea permitted in accordance with regulation 6 of MARPOL Annex V, shall meet the following additional requirements:

.1 discharges under regulation 6.1 of MARPOL Annex V shall be as far as practicable from areas of ice concentration exceeding 1/10, but in any case not less than 12 nautical miles from the nearest fast ice; and

.2 food waste shall not be discharged onto ice.

5.2.3 Operation in polar waters shall be taken into account, as appropriate, in the Garbage Record Book, Garbage Management Plan and the placards as required by MARPOL Annex V.]



[PART II-B

ADDITIONAL GUIDANCE REGARDING THE PROVISIONS OF THE INTRODUCTION AND PART II-A

1 Additional guidance to chapter 1 .1 Ships are encouraged to apply regulation 43 of MARPOL Annex I when operating in Arctic waters. 1.2 Non-toxic biodegradable lubricants or water-based systems should be considered in lubricated components located outside the underwater hull with direct seawater interfaces, like shaft seals and slewing seals. 2 Additional guidance to chapter 2 Category A and B ships, constructed on or after [date of entry into force] and certified to carry noxious liquid substances (NLS), are encouraged to carry NLS identified in chapter 17, column e, as ship type 3 or identified as NLS in chapter 18 of the International Code for the Construction and Equipment of Ships Carrying Dangerous Chemicals in Bulk, in tanks separated from the outer shell by a distance of not less than 760 mm. 3 Additional guidance to chapter 5 In order to minimize the risks associated with animal cargo mortalities, consideration should be given to how animal carcasses will be managed, treated, and stored on board when ships carrying such cargo are operating in polar waters. Reference is made in particular to the 2012 Guidelines for the implementation of MARPOL Annex V (resolution MEPC.219(63)) and the 2012 Guidelines for the development of garbage management plans (resolution MEPC.220(63)). 4 Additional guidance under other environmental Conventions and guidelines 4.1 Until the International Convention for the Control and Management of Ships' Ballast Water and Sediments enters into force, the ballast water management provisions of the ballast water exchange standard, set out in regulation D-1, or the ballast water performance standard, set out in regulation D-2 of the Convention should be considered as appropriate. The provisions of the Guidelines for ballast water exchange in the Antarctic treaty area (resolution MEPC.163(56)) should be taken into consideration along with other relevant guidelines developed by the Organization. 4.2 In selecting the ballast water management system, attention should be paid to limiting conditions specified in the appendix of the Type Approval Certificate and the temperature under which the system has been tested, in order to ensure its suitability and effectiveness in polar waters. 4.3 In order to minimize the risk of invasive aquatic species transfers via biofouling, measures should be considered to minimize the risk of more rapid degradation of anti-fouling coatings associated with polar ice operations. Reference is made in particular to the 2011 Guidelines for the control and management of ships' biofouling to minimize the transfer of invasive aquatic species (resolution MEPC.207(62)).



Table: Example of matters related to anti-fouling systems taken into consideration by some ice-going ships (This table is used by some operators of ice-going ships.)

Hull Sea chest

Year round operation in ice-covered polar waters

Abrasion resistant low friction ice coating.

No anti-fouling system.

Abrasion resistant coating.

Compliant with the AFS Convention. Thickness of anti-fouling system to be decided by shipowner.

Intermittent operation in ice-covered polar waters

Abrasion resistant low friction ice coating.

In sides, above bilge keel, max thickness of anti-fouling system 75 µm, to protect hull between application of anti-fouling system and next anticipated voyage to ice-covered waters. In bottom area thickness to be decided by shipowner. Composition of anti-fouling system should also be decided by the shipowner.


Category B and C vessels



]



APPENDIX 1

Form of Certificate for Ships operating in Polar Waters

POLAR SHIP CERTIFICATE

This Certificate shall be supplemented by a Record of Equipment for the Polar Ship Certificate

(Official seal)

(State)

Issued under the provisions of the

International Convention for the Safety of Life at Sea, 1974, as amended

under the authority of the Government of

(name of the State)

by ____________________________________________________________ (person or organization authorized)

Particulars of ship1 Name of ship………………………………………………………………………………… Distinctive number or letters……………………………………………………………….. Port of registry……………………………………………………………………………….. Gross tonnage……………………………………………………………………………….. IMO Number2

.….........................................................................................................

1 Alternatively, the particulars of the ship may be placed horizontally in boxes.

2 In accordance with IMO ship identification number scheme adopted by the Organization by

resolution A.1078(28).



THIS IS TO CERTIFY:

1 That the ship has been surveyed in accordance with the applicable safety-related provisions of the International Code for Ships Operating in Polar Waters.

2 That the survey3 showed that the structure, equipment, fittings, radio station arrangements, and materials of the ship and the condition thereof are in all respects satisfactory and that the ship complies with the relevant provisions of the Code.

Category A/B/C4 ship as follows:

Ice Class and Ice Strengthened Draft Range

Ice class Maximum draft Minimum draft

Aft Fwd Aft Fwd

2.1 Ship type: tanker/passenger ship/other4

2.2 Ship restricted to operate in ice free waters/open waters/other ice conditions4

2.3 Ship intended to operate in low air temperature: Yes/No4

2.3.1 Polar Service Temperature: ……..°C/Not Applicable4

2.4 Maximum expected time of rescue …….days 3 The ship was/was not4 subjected to an alternative design and arrangements in

pursuance of regulation(s) XIV/4 of the International Convention for the Safety of Life at Sea, 1974, as amended.

4 A Document of approval of alternative design and arrangements for structure, machinery and electrical installations/fire protection/life-saving appliances and arrangements4

is/is not4 appended to this Certificate.

5 Operational limitations

The ship has been assigned the following limitations for operation in polar waters:

5.1 Ice conditions: ...............................................................................................

.......................................................................................................................

5.2 Temperature: ................................................................................................

5.3 High latitudes: ...............................................................................................

3 Subject to regulation 1.3 of the International Code for Ships Operating in Polar Waters.

4 Delete as appropriate.



This certificate is valid until . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . subject to the annual/periodical/intermediate surveys in accordance with section 1.3 of the Code5

Completion date of the survey on which this certificate is based:. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (dd/mm/yyyy)

Issued at . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (Place of issue of certificate)

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

(Date of issue) (Signature of authorized official issuing the certificate)

(Seal or stamp of the issuing authority, as appropriate)

5 Delete as applicable



Endorsement for annual, periodical and intermediate surveys6 THIS IS TO CERTIFY that, at a survey required by regulation 1.3 of the Code, the ship was found to comply with the relevant requirements of the Code. Annual survey: Signed: ……………………………………………. (Signature of authorized official)

Place: …………………………………………….

Date: …………………………………………….


Annual/Periodical/Intermediate6 survey: Signed: ……………………………………………. (Signature of authorized official)

Place: …………………………………………….

Date: …………………………………………….

(Seal or stamp of the authority, as appropriate) Annual/Periodical/Intermediate6 survey: Signed: ……………………………………………. (Signature of authorized official)

Place: …………………………………………….

Date: …………………………………………….

(Seal or stamp of the authority, as appropriate) Annual survey: Signed: ……………………………………………. (Signature of authorized official)

Place: …………………………………………….

Date: …………………………………………….





Endorsement to extend the certificate if valid for less than 5 years where regulation I/14(c) of the Convention applies7 The ship complies with the relevant requirements of the Convention, and this certificate shall, in accordance with regulation I/14(c) of the Convention, be accepted as valid until.................

Signed: ................................................................. (Signature of authorized official)

Place: ...................................................................

Date: ..................................................................... (Seal or stamp of the authority, as appropriate)

Endorsement where the renewal survey has been completed and regulation I/14(d) of the Convention applies7 The ship complies with the relevant requirements of the Convention, and this certificate shall, in accordance with regulation I/14(d) of the Convention, be accepted as valid until.................


Place: ...................................................................


Endorsement to extend the validity of the certificate until reaching the port of survey or for a period of grace where regulation I/14(e) or I/14(f) of the Convention applies7 This certificate shall, in accordance with regulation I/14(e)/l/14(f)7of the Convention, be accepted as valid until............................


Place: ...................................................................





Endorsement for advancement of anniversary date where regulation l/14(h) of the Convention applies7

In accordance with regulation I/14(h) of the Convention, the new anniversary date is ..............


Place: ...................................................................


In accordance with regulation I/14(h) of the Convention, the new anniversary date is ..............


Place: ...................................................................





Record of Equipment for the Polar Ship Certificate

This record shall be permanently attached to the Polar Ships Certificate

RECORD OF EQUIPMENT FOR COMPLIANCE WITH THE INTERNATIONAL CODE

FOR SHIPS OPERATING IN POLAR WATERS

1 Particulars of ship: Name of ship:…………………………………………………… Distinctive number or letters:………………………………….. 2 Record of equipment

2.1 Life-saving appliances

1 Total number of immersion suits with insulation: .........................

1.1 for crew .........................

1.2 for passengers .........................

2 Total number of thermal protective aids .........................

3 Personal and Group Survival Equipment .........................

3.1 Personal survival equipment – for number of persons .........................

3.2 Group survival equipment – for number persons .........................

3.3 Total capacity of liferafts in compliance with chapter 8 of the

Polar Code .........................

3.4 Total capacity of lifeboats in compliance with chapter 8 of the

Polar Code .........................

2.2 Navigation equipment

1 Two independent echo-sounding devices or a device with two separate independent transducers .........................

2 Remotely rotatable, narrow-beam search lights controllable from the bridge or other means to visually detect ice .........................

3 Manually initiated flashing red light visible from astern (for ships involved in icebreaking operations) .........................

4 Two or more non-magnetic independent means to determine and display heading .........................

5 GNSS compass or equivalent (for ships proceeding to latitudes over 80 degrees) .........................



2.3 Communication equipment

1 Sound signaling system mounted to face astern to indicate escort and emergency manoeuvres to following ships as described in the International Code of Signals (for ships intended to provide ice breaking escort).

………………...

2 Voice and/or data communications with relevant rescue coordination centres. .........................

3

Equipment for voice communications with aircraft on 121.5 and 123.1 MHz. .........................

4

Two-way voice and data communication with a Telemedical Assistance Service (TMAS). .........................

5 5.1

All rescue boats and lifeboats, whenever released for evacuation, have a device (for ships certified to operate in low air temperature):

for transmitting vessel to shore alerts; .........................

5.2

for transmitting signals for location; .........................

5.3

for transmitting and receiving on-scene communications. ………………..

6 6.1

All other survival craft have a device:

for transmitting signals for location; and .........................

6.2

for transmitting and receiving on-scene communications. …………………

THIS IS TO CERTIFY that this Record is correct in all respects Issued at………………………………………………………………………………

(Place of issue of the Record)

………………………………. ……………………………………………………. (Date of issue) (Signature of duly authorized official issuing the Record)

(Seal or stamp of the issuing authority, as appropriate)



APPENDIX 2

Model Table of Contents for the Polar Water Operational Manual (PWOM)

SAFETY MEASURES

1 – Operational capabilities and limitations

Chapter 1 Operation in ice 1.1 Operator guidance for safe operation

Guidance: The PWOM should establish the means by which decisions as to whether ice conditions exceed the ship's design limits should be made, taking into account the operational limitations on the Polar Ship Certificate. An appropriate decision support system, such as the Canada's Arctic Ice Regime Shipping System, and/or the Russian Ice Certificate as described in the Rules of Navigation on the water area of the Northern Sea Route, can be used... Bridge personnel should be trained in the proper use of the system to be utilized. For ships that will operate only in ice-free waters, procedures to ensure that will keep the ship from encountering ice should be established. 1.2 Icebreaking capabilities

Guidance: The PWOM should provide information on the ice conditions in which the ship can be expected to make continuous progress. This may be drawn, for example from numerical analysis, model test or from ice trials. Information on the influence of ice strength for new or decayed ice and of snow cover may be included. 1.3 Manoeuvring in ice

1.4 Special features

Guidance: Where applicable, the PWOM should include the results of any equivalency analyses made to determine Polar Ship category/ice class. The manual should also provide information on the use of any specialized systems fitted to assist in ice operations.

Chapter 2 Operation in low air temperatures

2.1 System design

Guidance: The PWOM should list all ship systems susceptible to damage or loss of functionality by exposure to low temperatures, and the measures to be adopted to avoid malfunction.

Chapter 3 Communication and navigation capabilities in high latitudes

Guidance: The PWOM should identify any restrictions to operational effectiveness of communications and navigational equipment that may result from operating in high latitudes.



Chapter 4 Voyage duration

Guidance: The PWOM should provide information on any limitations on ship endurance such as fuel tankage, fresh water capacity, provision stores, etc. This will normally only be a significant consideration for smaller ships, or for ships planning to spend extended periods in ice.

Division 2 – Ship operations

Chapter 1 Strategic planning

Assumptions used in conducting the analyses referred to below should be included in the Manual.

1.1 Avoidance of hazardous ice

Guidance: For ships operating frequently in polar waters, the PWOM should provide information with respect to periods during which the ship should be able to operate for intended areas of operation. Areas that pose particular problems, e.g. chokepoints, ridging, as well as worst recorded ice conditions should be noted. Where the available information is limited or of uncertain quality, this should be recognized and noted as a risk for voyage planning. 1.2 Avoidance of hazardous temperatures

Guidance: For ships operating frequently in polar waters, the PWOM should provide information with respect to, the daily mean daily low temperature as well as the minimum recorded temperature for each of the days during the intended operating period. Where the available information is limited or of uncertain quality, this should be recognized as a risk for voyage planning.

1.3 Voyage duration and endurance

Guidance: Procedures to establish requirements for supplies should be established, and appropriate safety levels for safety margins determined taking into account various scenarios, e.g. slower than expected steaming, course alterations, adverse ice conditions, places of refuge and access to provisions. Sources for and availability of fuel types should be established, taking into account long lead times required for deliveries.

1.4 Human resources management

Guidance: The PWOM should provide guidance for the human resources management, taking into account the anticipated ice conditions and requirements for ice navigation, increased levels of watch keeping, hours of rest, fatigue and a process that ensures that these requirements will be met.

Chapter 2 Arrangements for receiving forecasts of environmental conditions

Guidance: The PWOM should set out the means and frequency for provision of ice and weather information. Where a ship is intended to operate in or in the presence of ice, the manual should set out when weather and ice information is required and the format for the information.

When available, the information should include both global and localized forecasts that will identify weather and ice patterns/regimes that could expose the ship to adverse conditions.



The frequency of updates should provide enough advance notice that the ship can take refuge or use other methods of avoiding the hazard if the conditions are forecast to exceed its capabilities. The PWOM may include use of a land-based support information provider an effective method of sorting through available information, thereby providing the ship only with information that is relevant, reducing demands on the ship's communications systems. The manual may also indicate instances in which additional images should be obtained and analysed, as well as where such additional information may be obtained. 2.1 Ice information

Guidance: The PWOM should include or refer to guidance on how radar should be used to identify ice floes, how to tune the radar to be most effective, instructions on how to interpret radar images, etc. If other technologies are to be used to provide ice information, their use should also be described. 2.2 Meteorological information

Chapter 3 Verification of hydrographic, meteorological and navigational information Guidance: The PWOM should provide guidance on the use of hydrographic information as further described in the additional guidance to chapter 10. Chapter 4 Operation of Special Equipment 4.1 Navigation systems 4.2 Communications systems Chapter 5 Procedures to maintain equipment and system functionality 5.1 Icing prevention and de-icing

Guidance: The PWOM should provide guidance on how to prevent or mitigate icing by operational means, how to monitor and assess ice accretion, how to conduct de-icing using equipment available on the ship, and how to maintain the safety of the ship and its crew during all of these aspects of the operation. 5.2 Operation of seawater systems

Guidance: The PWOM should provide guidance on how to monitor, prevent or mitigate ice ingestion by seawater systems when operating in ice or in low water temperatures. This may include recirculation, use of low rather than high suctions, etc. 5.3 Procedures for low temperature operations

Guidance: The PWOM should provide guidance on maintaining and monitoring any systems and equipment that are required to be kept active in order to ensure functionality; e.g. by trace heating or continuous working fluid circulation.



Division 3 – Risk management Chapter 1 Risk mitigation in limiting environmental condition 1.1 Measures to be considered in adverse ice conditions

Guidance: The PWOM should contain guidance for the use of low speeds in the presence of hazardous ice. Procedures should also be set for enhanced watchkeeping and lookout manning in situations with high risks from ice, e.g. in proximity to icebergs, operation at night, and other situations of low visibility. When possibilities for contact with hazardous ice exist, procedures should address regular monitoring, e.g. soundings/inspections of compartments and tanks below the waterline. 1.2 Measures to be considered in adverse temperature conditions

Guidance: The PWOM should contain guidance on operational restrictions in the event that temperatures below the ships polar service temperature are encountered or forecast. These may include delaying the ship, postponing the conduct of certain types of operation, using temporary heating, and other risk mitigation measures.

Chapter 2 Emergency response Guidance: In general, where the possibility of encountering low air temperatures, sea ice, and other hazards is present, the PWOM should provide guidance on procedures that will increase the effectiveness of emergency response measures. 2.1 Damage control

Guidance: the PWOM should consider damage control measures arrangements for emergency transfer of liquids and access to tanks and spaces during salvage operations.

2.2 Firefighting 2.4 Escape and evacuation

Guidance: Where supplementary or specialized lifesaving equipment is carried to address the possibilities of prolonged durations prior to rescue, abandonment onto ice or adjacent land, or other aspects specific to polar operations, the PWOM should contain guidance on the use of the equipment and provision for appropriate training and drills.

Chapter 3 Coordination with emergency response services 3.1 Ship emergency response

Guidance: The PWOM should include procedures to be followed in preparing for a voyage and in the event of an incident arising. 3.2 Salvage

Guidance: The PWOM should include procedures to be followed in preparing for a voyage and in the event of an incident arising.



3.3 Search and rescue

Guidance: The PWOM should contain information on identifying relevant Rescue Coordination Centres for any intended routes, and should require that contact information and procedures be verified and updated as required as part of any voyage plan. Chapter 4 Procedures for maintaining life support and ship integrity in the event of

prolonged entrapment by ice. Guidance: Where any ship incorporates special features to mitigate safety or environmental risks due to prolonged entrapment by ice, the PWOM should provide information on how these are to be set up and operated. This may include, for example, adding additional equipment to be run from emergency switchboards, draining systems at risk of damage through freezing, isolating parts of HVAC systems, etc. 4.1 System configuration

4.2 System operation Division 4 – Joint operations

Chapter 1 Escorted operations Guidance: The PWOM should contain or reference information on the rules and procedures set out by coastal States who require or offer icebreaking escort services. The manual should also emphasize the need for the master to take account of the ship's limitations in agreeing on the conduct of escort operations. Chapter 2 Convoy operations

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ANNEX 7



THE MARITIME SAFETY COMMITTEE, RECALLING Article 28(b) of the Convention on the International Maritime Organization concerning the functions of the Committee, RECALLING ALSO article VIII(b) of the International Convention for the Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS), 1974 ("the Convention"), concerning the amendment procedure applicable to the annex to the Convention, other than to the provisions of chapter I, RECOGNIZING the need to provide a mandatory framework for ships operating in polar waters due to the additional demands on ships, their systems and operation, which go beyond the existing requirements of the Convention, and other relevant binding IMO instruments, NOTING resolution MSC.385(94), by which the Committee adopted the International Code for Ships Operating in Polar Waters (Polar Code) with respect to its provisions for safety, NOTING ALSO that the Marine Environment Protection Committee, at its sixty-seventh session, approved with a view to adoption, at its sixty-eighth session, amendments to the International Convention for the Prevention of Pollution from Ships, 1973, as modified by the Protocol of 1978, and that it will also consider for adoption the environmental protection provisions of the Polar Code, NOTING FURTHER the proposed amendments to the Convention to make use of the safety provisions of the Polar Code mandatory, HAVING CONSIDERED, at its ninety-fourth session, amendments to the Convention, proposed and circulated in accordance with article VIII(b)(i) thereof, 1 ADOPTS, in accordance with article VIII(b)(iv) of the Convention, amendments to the Convention, the text of which is set out in the annex to the present resolution; 2 DETERMINES, in accordance with article VIII(b)(vi)(2)(bb) of the Convention, that the said amendments shall be deemed to have been accepted on 1 July 2016, unless, prior to that date, more than one third of the Contracting Governments to the Convention or Contracting Governments the combined merchant fleets of which constitute not less than 50% of the gross tonnage of the world's merchant fleet, have notified to the Secretary-General of the Organization their objections to the amendments; 3 INVITES SOLAS Contracting Governments to note that, in accordance with article VIII(b)(vii)(2) of the Convention, the amendments shall enter into force on 1 January 2017 upon their acceptance in accordance with paragraph 2 above;



4 REQUESTS the Secretary-General, for the purposes of article VIII(b)(v) of the Convention, to transmit certified copies of the present resolution and the text of the amendments contained in the annex to all Contracting Governments to the Convention; 5 ALSO REQUESTS the Secretary-General to transmit copies of this resolution and its annex to Members of the Organization which are not Contracting Governments to the Convention.



ANNEX


A new chapter XIV is added after chapter XIII, as follows:

"CHAPTER XIV SAFETY MEASURES FOR SHIPS OPERATING IN POLAR WATERS

Regulation 1 – Definitions For the purpose of this chapter:

1 Polar Code means the International Code for Ships Operating in Polar Waters, consisting of an introduction and parts I-A and II-A and parts I-B and II-B, as adopted by resolutions MSC.385(94) and of the Marine Environment Protection Committee*, as may be amended, provided that: .1 amendments to the safety-related provisions of the introduction

and part I-A of the Polar Code are adopted, brought into force and take effect in accordance with the provisions of article VIII of the present Convention concerning the amendment procedures applicable to the annex other than chapter I; and

.2 amendments to part I-B of the Polar Code are adopted by

the Maritime Safety Committee in accordance with its Rules of Procedure.

__________________ * Refer to the resolution of adoption of the International Code for Ships Operating in Polar

Waters, by the Marine Environment Protection Committee.

2 Antarctic area means the sea area south of latitude 60o S. 3 Arctic waters means those waters which are located north of a line from the latitude 58º00΄.0 N and longitude 042º00΄.0 W to latitude 64º37΄.0 N, longitude 035º27΄.0 W and thence by a rhumb line to latitude 67º03΄.9 N, longitude 026º33΄.4 W and thence by a rhumb line to the latitude 70º49΄.56 N and longitude 008º59΄.61 W (Sørkapp, Jan Mayen) and by the southern shore of Jan Mayen to 73º31'.6 N and 019º01'.0 E by the Island of Bjørnøya, and thence by a great circle line to the latitude 68º38΄.29 N and longitude 043º23΄.08 E (Cap Kanin Nos) and hence by the northern shore of the Asian Continent eastward to the Bering Strait and thence from the Bering Strait westward to latitude 60º N as far as Il'pyrskiy and following the 60th North parallel eastward as far as and including Etolin Strait and thence by the northern shore of the North American continent as far south as latitude 60º N and thence eastward along parallel of latitude 60º N, to longitude 056º37΄.1 W and thence to the latitude 58º00΄.0 N, longitude 042º00΄.0 W.

4 Polar waters means Arctic waters and/or the Antarctic area.

5 Ship constructed means a ship the keel of which is laid or which is at a similar stage of construction.



6 At a similar stage of construction means the stage at which: .1 construction identifiable with a specific ship begins; and .2 assembly of that ship has commenced comprising at least 50 tonnes

or 1% of the estimated mass of all structural material, whichever is less.

Regulation 2 – Application 1 Unless expressly provided otherwise, this chapter applies to ships operating in polar waters, certified in accordance with chapter I. 2 Ships constructed before 1 January 2017 shall meet the relevant requirements of the Polar Code by the first intermediate or renewal survey, whichever occurs first, after 1 January 2018. 3 In applying part I-A of the Polar Code, consideration should be given to the additional guidance in part I-B of the Polar Code. 4 This chapter shall not apply to ships owned or operated by a Contracting Government and used, for the time being, only in Government non-commercial service. However, ships owned or operated by a Contracting Government and used, for the time being, only in Government non-commercial service are encouraged to act in a manner consistent, so far as reasonable and practicable, with this chapter. 5 Nothing in this chapter shall prejudice the rights or obligations of States under international law. Regulation 3 – Requirements for ships to which this chapter applies

1 Ships to which this chapter applies shall comply with the requirements of the safety-related provision of the introduction and with part I-A of the Polar Code and shall, in addition to the requirements of regulations I/7, I/8, I/9, and I/10, as applicable, be surveyed and certified, as provided for in that Code. 2 Ships to which this chapter applies holding a certificate issued pursuant to the provisions of paragraph 1 shall be subject to the control established in regulations I/19 and XI-1/4. For this purpose, such certificates shall be treated as a certificate issued under regulation I/12 or I/13. Regulation 4 – Alternative design and arrangement

1 The goal of this regulation is to provide a methodology for alternative design and arrangements for structure, machinery, and electrical installations, fire safety and life-saving appliances and arrangements.

2 Structural arrangements, machinery and electrical installation, fire safety design and arrangement measures and as well as life-saving appliances and arrangements may deviate from the prescriptive requirements set out in chapters 3, 6, 7 and 8 of the Polar Code, provided that the alternative design and arrangements meet the intent of the goal and functional requirements concerned and provide an equivalent level of safety to the requirements in those chapters.



3 When alternative designs or arrangements deviate from the prescriptive requirements of chapters 3, 6, 7 and 8 of the Polar Code, an engineering analysis, evaluation and approval of the design and arrangements shall be carried out based on the guidelines approved by the Organization1.

4 Any alternative designs or arrangement deviating from the prescriptive requirements shall be recorded in the Polar Ship Certificate and the ship's Polar Water Operational Manual, as required by the Polar Code, also defining the technical and operational measures and conditions for the allowed deviation. __________________ 1 Refer to the Guidelines for the approval of alternatives and equivalents as provided for in

various IMO instruments (MSC.1/Circ.1455), the Guidelines on alternative design and arrangements for SOLAS chapters II-1 and III (MSC.1/Circ.1212) and the Guidelines on

alternative design and arrangements for fire safety (MSC/Circ.1002), as applicable."

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ANNEX 12


AMENDMENTS TO THE CODE FOR THE CONSTRUCTION AND EQUIPMENT

OF MOBILE OFFSHORE DRILLING UNITS, 2009 (2009 MODU CODE) THE MARITIME SAFETY COMMITTEE, RECALLING Article 28(b) of the Convention on the International Maritime Organization concerning the functions of the Committee, RECALLING ALSO that the Assembly, when adopting resolution A.1023(26) on the Code for the Construction and Equipment of Mobile Offshore Drilling Units, 2009 (2009 MODU Code), authorized the Committee to amend the 2009 MODU Code as appropriate, taking into consideration developments in design and technology, in consultation with appropriate organizations, NOTING that the 2009 MODU Code contains the requirements regarding the type, quantity, operation and maintenance of life-saving appliances for mobile offshore units for drilling, production and service in offshore oil and gas fields as well as the corresponding provisions for crew training, RECOGNIZING that these requirements and provisions are very similar to the SOLAS requirements and that some of them, being applied to mobile offshore units, may lead to potentially hazardous situations, due to the fact that they have been developed on the basis of typical operations for conventional ships, HAVING CONSIDERED, at its ninety-fourth session, the recommendation made by the Sub-Committee on Ship Systems and Equipment at its first session, upon review the 2009 MODU Code, 1 ADOPTS, the amendments to the Code for the Construction and Equipment of Mobile Offshore Drilling Units, 2009 (2009 MODU Code), as set out in the annex to the present resolution, for mobile offshore drilling units, the keels of which are laid or which are at a similar stage of construction on or after 18 November 2014; 2 INVITES Governments to implement the amendments attached to the present resolution and to bring them to the attention of all parties concerned.



ANNEX


CHAPTER 14

OPERATIONS

14.12 Practice musters and drills In paragraph 14.12.4 a new subparagraph ".3" is added with the following:

".3 alternatively, the provisions regarding launching and manoeuvring may be considered as having been met for those units that have, (a) implemented the Guidelines developed by the Organization* and they are included in the unit's operating procedures or, (b) by other equivalent means acceptable to the Administration."

and the following corresponding footnote is added:

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"* Refer to the Guidelines on alternative methods for lifeboat drills on MODUs, developed by

the Organization and included in MSC.1/Circ.1485."

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ANNEX 13


AMENDMENT TO THE RECOMMENDATION ON CONDITIONS FOR THE APPROVAL OF

SERVICING STATIONS FOR INFLATABLE LIFERAFTS (RESOLUTION A.761(18)) THE MARITIME SAFETY COMMITTEE, RECALLING Article 28(b) of the Convention on the International Maritime Organization concerning the functions of the Committee, RECALLING ALSO that the Assembly, when adopting resolution A.761(18) Recommendation on conditions for the approval of servicing stations for inflatable liferafts, authorized the Committee to keep this resolution under review and to adopt, when appropriate, amendments thereto, HAVING CONSIDERED, at its ninety-fourth session, the recommendation made by the Sub-Committee on Ship Systems and Equipment at its first session, upon review the Recommendation, 1 ADOPTS the amendment to the Recommendation on conditions for the approval of servicing stations for inflatable liferafts (annex to resolution A.761(18)), as set out in the annex to the present resolution; 2 INVITES Governments to inspect servicing stations for inflatable liferafts within their authority in accordance with the recommendation as amended by the present resolution.



ANNEX AMENDMENT TO THE RECOMMENDATION ON CONDITIONS FOR THE APPROVAL OF

SERVICING STATIONS FOR INFLATABLE LIFERAFTS (RESOLUTION A.761(18))

ANNEX

The existing subparagraph 5.11 is replaced by the following:

".11 all items of equipment should be checked to ensure that they are in good condition and that dated items are replaced at the time of servicing in cases where the expiry date falls before the next service date of the liferaft;"

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ANNEX 16

RESOLUTION MSC 389(94) (Adopted on 21 November 2014)

AMENDMENTS TO THE EXISTING MANDATORY SHIP REPORTING SYSTEM

"OFF CHENGSHAN JIAO PROMONTORY" THE MARITIME SAFETY COMMITTEE, RECALLING Article 28(b) of the Convention on the International Maritime Organization concerning the functions of the Committee, RECALLING ALSO regulation V/11 of the International Convention for the Safety of Life at Sea, 1974 (SOLAS Convention), in relation to the adoption of mandatory ship reporting systems by the Organization, RECALLING FURTHER resolution A.858(20) resolving that the function of adopting ship reporting systems shall be performed by the Committee on behalf of the Organization, TAKING INTO ACCOUNT the guidelines and criteria for ship reporting systems adopted by resolution MSC.43(64), as amended by resolutions MSC.111(73) and MSC.189(79), HAVING CONSIDERED the recommendations of the Sub-Committee on Navigation, Communication and Search and Rescue at its first regular session, 1 ADOPTS in accordance with SOLAS regulation V/11, the amended mandatory ship

reporting system "Off Chengshan Jiao Promontory", as set out in the annex; 2 DECIDES that the above-mentioned amended mandatory ship reporting system will

enter into force at 0000 hours UTC on 1 June 2015; 3 REQUESTS the Secretary-General to bring this resolution and its annex to the

attention of Contracting Governments to the SOLAS Convention and to members of the Organization.



ANNEX

MANDATORY SHIP REPORTING SYSTEM "OFF CHENGSHAN JIAO PROMONTORY"

1 Categories of ships required to participate in the system

1.1 The following ships are required to participate in the system: .1 passenger ships; .2 all oil tankers 150 gross tonnage and above, all ships carrying hazardous

cargo; .3 ships of LOA more than 200 m or draft more than 12 m; .4 ships engaged in towing or pushing another ship, regardless of gross

tonnage; and .5 ships are compulsory to report to VTS in circumstances where they:

.1 are "not under command" or at anchor in the TSSs, .2 are "restricted in their ability to manoeuvre"; or .3 have defective navigational equipment.

1.2 The meaning of hazardous cargoes is as follows: .1 goods classified in the International Maritime Dangerous Goods (IMDG

Code); .2 substances classified in chapter 17 of the International Code for the

Construction and Equipment of Ships Carrying Dangerous Chemicals in Bulk (IBC Code) and chapter 19 of the International Code for the Construction and Equipment of Ships Carrying Liquefied Gases in Bulk (IGC Code);

.3 oils as defined in MARPOL Annex I; .4 noxious liquid substances as defined in MARPOL Annex II; .5 harmful substances as defined in MARPOL Annex III; and .6 radioactive materials specified in the Code for the Safe Carriage of

Irradiated Nuclear Fuel, Plutonium and High-level Radioactive Wastes in Flasks on Board Ships (INF Code).

2 Geographical coverage of the system and the numbers and editions of the

reference charts used for the delineation of the system

2.1 The waters covered by the Ship Reporting System is the water area with the VTS Centre (geographical position is 37°23′.65N, 122°42′.12E) as the centre and 24 miles as the radius.



2.2 The relevant charts are Chinese charts Nos.1305, 35001. Chart datum is World Geodetic System 1984 (WGS 84) Datum. 3 Format, reporting time and geographical positions for submitting reports,

authority to whom the reports should be sent, available services 3.1 Format The format for reporting is as set forth in paragraph 2 of the appendix to Assembly resolution A.851(20)

A Name of ship, call sign, and IMO number (if applicable) C or D Position (latitude and longitude or in relation to a landmark) E Course F Speed G Port of departure I Port of destination (optional) Q Defects and limitation (ships towing are to report length of tow and name of

object in tow) U Overall length and gross tonnage

3.2 Content and geographical position for submitting reports 3.2.1 Participating ships are to report the information in paragraph 3.1 when entering the ship reporting system area. Reports are not required when a participating ship leaves the area. 3.2.2 When a participating ship leaves a port that is located within the reporting area, it shall report its name, position, departure time and port of destination. 3.2.3 When a participating ship arrives at a port or anchorage within the reporting area, it shall report, on arrival at its berth, its name, position and arrival time. 3.2.4 When a traffic incident or a pollution incident occurs within the reporting area, the ship(s) shall immediately report the type, time, and location of the incident, extent of damage or pollution, and whether assistance is needed. The ship(s) shall provide any additional information related to the incident, as required by the shore-based authority. 3.3 Authority The competent authority is Weihai Maritime Safety Administration, China. The voice call sign is "Chengshan Jiao VTS Centre". 4 Information to be provided to ships and procedures to be followed 4.1 The Chengshan Jiao VTS Centre, where appropriate, will provide participating ships with information such as conflicting ship traffic, abnormal weather conditions, and maritime safety information. 4.2 Participating ships shall maintain a listening watch on the designated VTS working channel.



5 Radio communications required for the system, frequencies on which reports should be transmitted and the information to be reported.

5.1 The working channels of the Chengshan Jiao VTS Centre are:

Primary-Channel 08 Secondary-Channel 09 or 65

5.2 The language used for reports in the system will be Chinese or English. Marine communication phrases in a prescribed format will be used in all direct-printing telegraphy and radiotelephony communications. 6 Rules and regulations in force in the area of the system China has taken appropriate action to implement international conventions to which it is a party including, where appropriate, adopting domestic legislation and promulgating regulations through domestic law. Relevant laws in force include domestic legislation and regulations to implement the Convention on the International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea, 1972, the International Convention for the Safety of Life at Sea, 1974, and the International Convention for the Prevention of Pollution from Ships, 1973/1978. 7 Shore-based facilities to support operation of the system 7.1 Chengshan Jiao VTS Centre is comprised of radar, VHF communications, information processing and display, information transmission, recording, replay, and hydro-meteorological sensors. Its functions are data collection and evaluation, provision of information, navigation assistance, and support to allied services. 7.2 Chengshan Jiao VTS Centre maintains a continuous 24 hour watch. 8 Alternative communications if the communication facility of the shore-based

authority fails Chengshan Jiao VTS Centre has built in redundancies with multiple receivers on each channel. Alternative means of ship to shore communication are by HF (SSB), telex (facsimile), email, or cellular telephone.

Fax +86-631-5232467

Email [email protected]

Mobile phone +86-631-5203320 +86-631-5190330

9 Measures to be taken if a ship fails to comply 9.1 Appropriate measures will be taken to enforce compliance with the system, consistent with international law.



APPENDIX 1

CHARTLET

BOUNDARY OF MANDATORY SHIP REPORTING SYSTEM "OFF CHENGSHAN JIAO PROMONTORY"

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MSC.1/Circ.1487 12 January 2015

UNIFIED INTERPRETATIONS OF CHAPTERS 5, 9 AND 10 OF THE FSS CODE

1 The Maritime Safety Committee, at its ninety-fourth session (17 to 21 November 2014), with a view to providing more specific guidance for release operation of the CO2 system, fixed fire detection and fire alarm systems and sample extraction smoke detection systems, approved unified interpretations on chapters 5, 9 and 10 of the FSS Code, as prepared by the Sub-Committee on Ship Systems and Equipment at its first session (10 to 14 March 2014), as set out in the annex. 2 Member Governments are invited to use the annexed unified interpretations as guidance when applying paragraph 2.1.3.2 of chapter 5, paragraph 2.5.1.1 of chapter 9 and paragraph 2.4.1.2 of chapter 10 of the FSS Code to the systems to be installed on board ships constructed on or after 21 November 2014 and to bring the unified interpretation to the attention of all parties concerned.

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ANNEX

UNIFIED INTERPRETATIONS OF CHAPTERS 5, 9 AND 10 OF THE FSS CODE

CHAPTER 5 FIXED GAS FIRE-EXTINGUISHING SYSTEMS Release operation of the CO2 systems (paragraph 2.1.3.2, as amended by resolution MSC.339(91)) 1 Conventional cargo spaces means cargo spaces other than ro-ro spaces or container holds equipped with integral reefer containers, which need not be provided with means for automatically giving audible and visual warning of the release. 2 The requirements of FSS Code, chapter 5, paragraph 2.2.2 apply to the spaces identified in paragraph 2.1.3.2 of chapter 5 of the FSS Code.

CHAPTER 9 FIXED FIRE DETECTION AND FIRE ALARM SYSTEM Power supply to the alarm sounder system when not an integral part of the detection system (paragraph 2.5.1.1) 3 The alarm sounder system utilized by the fixed fire detection and fire alarm system should be powered from no less than two sources of power, one of which should be an emergency source of power. 4 In vessels required by SOLAS regulation II-1/42 or II-1/43 to be provided with a transitional source of emergency electrical power, the alarm sounder system should also be powered from this power source.

CHAPTER 10 SAMPLE EXTRACTION SMOKE DETECTION SYSTEMS CO2 room with control panel (paragraph 2.4.1.2, as amended by MSC.292(87)) 5 If the CO2 system discharge pipes are used for the sample extraction smoke detection system, the control panel can be located in the CO2 room provided that an indicating unit* is located on the navigation bridge. Such arrangements are considered to satisfy the requirements of the FSS Code, chapter 10, paragraph 2.4.1.2, as amended by resolution MSC.292(87).

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UNIFIED INTERPRETATION OF PART 3 OF ANNEX 1 TO THE 2010 FTP CODE

1 The Maritime Safety Committee, at its ninety-fourth session (17 to 21 November 2014), with a view to providing more specific guidance for testing and approval of pipe penetrations and cable transits which do not utilize conventional components, for use in "A" class divisions, approved a unified interpretation on part 3 of annex 1 to the 2010 FTP Code, prepared by the Sub-Committee on Ship Systems and Equipment at its first session (10 to 14 March 2014), as set out in the annex. 2 Member Governments are invited to use the annexed unified interpretation as guidance when applying paragraph 1.13 of appendix 1 to the 2010 FTP Code, annex 1, part 3, for approvals to be granted on or after 21 November 2014 and to bring the unified interpretation to the attention of all parties concerned.

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ANNEX

UNIFIED INTERPRETATION OF PART 3 OF ANNEX 1 TO THE 2010 FTP CODE TEST FOR "A", "B" AND "F" CLASS DIVISIONS (ANNEX 1 TO PART 3) 1 Arrangement 1.1 "A" class pipe penetrations and cable transits that are:

.1 constructed without structural sleeves of minimum 3 mm thickness and minimum 60 mm length welded or bolted to the division; and/or

.2 constructed with removable, soft or intumescent filling material,

are "those types of constructions which do not utilize conventional components of horizontal and vertical divisions" (appendix 1, paragraph 1.13) and are to be subject to additional testing and/or design criteria as described below. 2 Additional testing/design criteria 2.1 Filling materials should be adequately secured by bonded materials or mechanical means that cannot be removed without the use of tools in order to prevent damage by normal ship vibrations and pressures. 2.2 The pipe penetration/cable transit should not have any visible openings. It should not be possible to manually penetrate any part of the penetration with a 6 mm gap gauge, as described in paragraph 7.10 of annex 1 to part 3 of the 2010 FTP Code. 3 Approval 3.1 Penetrations in structural divisions should not impair the structural strength of the division. The structural make-up of the penetration is to be fully described so that its use and the need for additional stiffening for the division can be fully assessed.

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UNIFIED INTERPRETATION OF THE REVISED RECOMMENDATION ON TESTING OF LIFE-SAVING APPLIANCES (RESOLUTION MSC.81(70))

1 The Maritime Safety Committee, at its ninety-fourth session (17 to 21 November 2014), with a view to providing more specific guidance for load testing of hooks for primary release of lifeboats and rescue boats, approved a unified interpretation on the Revised recommendation on testing of life-saving appliances (resolution MSC.81(70)), prepared by the Sub-Committee on Ship Systems and Equipment at its first session (10 to 14 March 2014), as set out in the annex. 2 Member Governments are invited to use the annexed unified interpretation as guidance when applying paragraph 5.3.4 of part 2 of the Revised recommendation on testing of life-saving appliances (resolution MSC.81(70)), to the lifeboats and rescue boats to be installed on board ships constructed on or after 21 November 2014 and to bring the unified interpretation to the attention of all parties concerned.

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ANNEX

UNIFIED INTERPRETATION OF THE REVISED RECOMMENDATION ON TESTING OF LIFE-SAVING APPLIANCES (RESOLUTION MSC.81(70))

Load testing of hooks for primary release of lifeboats and rescue boats (paragraph 5.3.4 of part 2 of the Revised recommendation on testing of life-saving appliances (resolution MSC.81(70))) 1 The above regulation applies only to lifeboats and rescue boats launched by falls. 2 The test does not apply to the secondary means of launching for free-fall lifeboats. 3 The test may be carried out on board the ship or on shore, either at the manufacturer's plant or at the shipyard, by using an appropriate mock-up of the launching arrangements which is equivalent to the launching arrangement installed on board the ship. 4 The "weight of the boat" to be considered for the load in the case of single fall systems is the "weight of the boat with its full complement of persons and equipment", which shall be multiplied by two.

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UNIFIED INTERPRETATION OF SOLAS REGULATION III/31.1.4

1 The Maritime Safety Committee, at its ninety-fourth session (17 to 21 November 2014), with a view to providing more specific guidance on arrangements for remotely located survival craft, approved a unified interpretation of SOLAS regulation III/31.1.4, prepared by the Sub-Committee on Ship Systems and Equipment at its first session (10 to 14 March 2014), as set out in the annex. 2 Member Governments are invited to use the annexed unified interpretation as guidance when applying SOLAS regulation III/31.1.4 to the liferafts to be installed on board ships constructed on or after 21 November 2014 and to bring the unified interpretation to the attention of all parties concerned. 3 This circular supersedes MSC.1/Circ.1243.

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ANNEX

UNIFIED INTERPRETATION OF SOLAS REGULATION III/31.1.4

Arrangements for remotely located survival craft 1 Liferafts required by SOLAS regulation III/31.1.4 should be regarded as "remotely located survival craft" with regard to SOLAS regulation III/7.2.1.4. 2 The area where these remotely located survival craft are stowed should be provided with: .1 a minimum number of two lifejackets and two immersion suits;

.2 adequate means of illumination complying with SOLAS regulation III/16.7, either fixed or portable, which should be capable of illuminating the liferaft stowage position, as well as the area of water into which the liferaft should be launched; portable lights, when used, should have brackets to permit their positioning on both sides of the vessel; and

.3 an embarkation ladder or other means of embarkation enabling descent to

the water in a controlled manner1 as per SOLAS regulation III/11.7. 3 With regard to the distance between the embarkation station and stowage location of the liferaft as required by SOLAS regulation III/31.1.4 (remotely located survival craft), the embarkation station should be so arranged that the requirements of regulation III/13.1.3 can be satisfied. 4 Exceptionally, the embarkation station and stowage position of the liferaft (remotely located survival craft) may be located on different decks provided that the liferaft can be launched from the stowage deck using the attached painter to relocate it to the embarkation ladder positioned on the other deck (traversing a stairway between different decks with the liferaft carried by crew members is not acceptable). 5 Notwithstanding paragraph 2, where the exceptional cases mentioned in paragraph 4 exist, the following provisions should be applied:

.1 the lifejackets and the immersion suits required by paragraph 2.1 may be stowed at the embarkation station;

.2 adequate means of illumination complying with paragraph 2.2 should also

illuminate the liferaft stowage position, embarkation station and area of water where the liferaft is to be embarked;

.3 the embarkation ladder or other means of embarkation as required by

paragraph 2.3 may be stowed at the embarkation station; and

.4 notwithstanding the requirements in paragraph 4.1.3.2 of the LSA Code, the painter should be long enough to reach the relevant embarkation station.

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AMENDMENTS TO THE UNIFIED INTERPRETATIONS OF SOLAS CHAPTER II-2, THE FSS CODE, THE FTP CODE AND RELATED FIRE TEST PROCEDURES

(MSC/Circ.1120)

1 The Maritime Safety Committee, at its ninety-fourth session (17 to 21 November 2014), with a view to facilitating consistent implementation of paragraph 2.3.2.3 of chapter 14 of the FSS Code upon entry into force of the related amendments adopted by resolution MSC.339(91), approved unified interpretations on positioning of the aftermost foam monitors, prepared by the Sub-Committee on Ship Systems and Equipment at its first session, as set out in the annex, in the form of amendments to MSC/Circ.1120. 2 Member Governments are invited to use the unified interpretations set out in the annex as guidance when applying paragraph 2.3.2.3 of chapter 14 of the FSS Code and to bring them to the attention of all parties concerned.

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ANNEX

AMENDMENTS TO THE UNIFIED INTERPRETATIONS OF SOLAS CHAPTER II-2, THE FSS CODE, THE FTP CODE AND RELATED FIRE TEST PROCEDURES

(MSC/Circ.1120)

ANNEX

The existing interpretation on foam systems positions of aft monitors (paragraph 2.3.2.3 of the FSS Code, chapter 14) is replaced by the following:

"Foam systems positions of aft monitors The port and starboard monitors required by this paragraph may also be located in the cargo area above oil bunker tanks adjacent to cargo tanks if capable of protecting the deck below and aft of each other."

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AMENDMENTS TO THE UNIFIED INTERPRETATIONS OF SOLAS CHAPTER II-2 AND THE FSS AND FTP CODES (MSC/Circ.1456)

1 The Maritime Safety Committee, at its ninety-fourth session (17 to 21 November 2014), with a view to facilitating consistent implementation of SOLAS regulation II-2/10.2.1.4.4, approved unified interpretations on the location of the fire main isolation valves in tankers, prepared by the Sub-Committee on Ship Systems and Equipment at its first session, as set out in the annex, in the form of amendments to MSC.1/Circ.1456. 2 Member Governments are invited to use the annexed unified interpretations as guidance when applying SOLAS regulation II-2/10.2.1.4.4 and to bring them to the attention of all parties concerned.

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ANNEX

AMENDMENTS TO THE UNIFIED INTERPRETATIONS OF SOLAS CHAPTER II-2 AND THE FSS AND FTP CODES (MSC/Circ.1456)

ANNEX 1

The existing paragraph 4 is replaced by the following: "4 Location of the fire main isolation valves in tankers (regulation II-2/10.2.1.4.4) The complete interpretation of the phrase "the isolation valves shall be fitted in the fire main at the poop front in a protected position" would be that the valve should be located within an accommodation space, service spaces or control station. However, the valve may be located on the open deck aft of the cargo area provided that the valve is located:

.1 at least 5 m aft of the aft end of the aftermost cargo tank; or .2 if the above .1 is not practical, within 5 m aft of the aft end of the aftermost

cargo tank provided the valve is protected by a permanent steel obstruction."

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MSC.1/Circ.1495

21 November 2014

UNIFIED INTERPRETATION OF SOLAS REGULATION V/23.3.3 1 The Maritime Safety Committee, at its ninety-fourth session (17 to 21 November 2014), approved a unified interpretation of SOLAS regulation V/23.3.3 on Pilot transfer arrangements, prepared by the Sub-Committee on Navigation, Communications and Search and Rescue (NCSR), at its first session, as set out in the annex. 2 Member Governments are invited to use the unified interpretation as guidance when applying the relevant provisions of SOLAS regulation V/23.3.3 for pilot transfer equipment and arrangements, and to bring this unified interpretation to the attention of all parties concerned.

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ANNEX

UNIFIED INTERPRETATION OF SOLAS REGULATION V/23.3.3 SOLAS regulation V/23.3.3 states:

Safe and convenient access to, and egress from, the ship shall be provided by either: .1 a pilot ladder requiring a climb of not less than 1.5 m and not more

than 9 m above the surface of the water so positioned and secured that:

.1.4 the single length of pilot ladder is capable of reaching the water from the point of access to, or egress from, the ship and due allowance is made for all conditions of loading and trim of the ship, and for an adverse list of 15o; the securing strong point, shackles and securing ropes shall be at least as strong as the side ropes; or

.2 an accommodation ladder in conjunction with the pilot ladder

(i.e. a combination arrangement), or other equally safe and convenient means, whenever the distance from the surface of the water to the point of access to the ship is more than 9 m.

Interpretation Subparagraphs 1 and 2 of SOLAS regulation V/23.3.3. address two different and distinct arrangements – the former when only a pilot ladder is provided; the latter when a combined arrangement of "an accommodation ladder used in conjunction with the pilot ladder" is provided. 1 SOLAS regulation V/23.3.3.1 limits the climb to not more than 9 m on a single ladder. If only a pilot ladder is to be used, the maximum height of 9 m from the "safe and convenient access to, and egress from, the ship" to the surface of the water is to include consideration of an adverse list of 15°. 2 SOLAS regulation V/23.3.3.2 and section 3 of resolution A.1045(27) applies to a combined arrangement of "an accommodation ladder used in conjunction with the pilot ladder" for "Safe and convenient access to, and egress from, the ship" for which a 15° list requirement does not apply. 3 Member Governments are invited to use the unified interpretation provided in paragraphs 1 and 2 above as guidance when applying the relevant provisions of SOLAS regulation V/23.3.3 for pilot transfer equipment and arrangements and to bring them to the attention of all parties concerned.

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MSC.1/Circ.1496

21 November 2014

UNIFIED INTERPRETATION ON THE APPENDIX TO THE SOLAS CONVENTION REGARDING THE RECORDS OF EQUIPMENT CONCERNING

NAUTICAL CHARTS AND ECDIS

Completion of items 2.1 and 2.2 of part 3 of the Form E and items 2.1 and 2.2 of Part 5 of Forms P and C

1 The Maritime Safety Committee, at its ninety-fourth session (17 to 21 November 2014), approved a unified interpretation on the Appendix to the SOLAS Convention regarding the records of equipment concerning nautical charts and ECDIS, prepared by the Sub-Committee on Navigation, Communications and Search and Rescue (NCSR), at its first session, as set out in the annex. 2 Member Governments are invited to bring this unified interpretation to the attention of all parties concerned.

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ANNEX

UNIFIED INTERPRETATION ON THE APPENDIX TO THE SOLAS CONVENTION REGARDING THE RECORDS OF EQUIPMENT CONCERNING

NAUTICAL CHARTS AND ECDIS

Completion of items 2.1 and 2.2 of Part 3 of the Form E and items 2.1 and 2.2 of Part 5 of Forms P and C

SOLAS regulation V/19.2.1.4 All ships, irrespective of size, shall have ... nautical charts and nautical publications to plan and display the ship's route for the intended voyage and to plot and monitor positions throughout the voyage. An electronic chart display and information system (ECDIS) is also accepted as meeting the chart carriage requirements of this subparagraph. Ships to which paragraph 2.10 applies shall comply with the carriage requirements for ECDIS detailed therein; SOLAS regulation V/27 Nautical charts and nautical publications, such as sailing directions, lists of lights, notices to mariners, tide tables and all other nautical publications necessary for the intended voyage, shall be adequate and up to date. Record of Equipment for the Cargo Ship Safety Equipment Certificate (Form E) – Part 3 Details of navigational systems and equipment

Item Actual provision

2.1 Nautical charts/Electronic chart display and information system (ECDIS)2

2.2 Back-up arrangements for ECDIS 2 Delete as appropriate

Record of Equipment for the Passenger Ship Safety Certificate (Form P) and Record of Equipment for the Cargo Ship Safety Certificate (Form C) – Part 5 Details of navigational systems and equipment


2.1 Nautical charts/Electronic chart display and information system (ECDIS)3

2.2 Back-up arrangements for ECDIS 3 Delete as appropriate

Interpretation Items 2.1 and 2.2 of Part 3 of the Form E and items 2.1 and 2.2 of Part 5 of Forms P and C shall be completed according to the following scenarios: 1. Nautical Charts only


2.1 Nautical charts/Electronic chart display and information system (ECDIS)

"Provided"

2.2 Back-up arrangements for ECDIS " - "



2. Two ECDIS only (no nautical charts) Item Actual provision


"Provided"

2.2 Back-up arrangements for ECDIS "ECDIS"

3. ECDIS + Nautical Charts



"Both provided"

2.2 Back-up arrangements for ECDIS "ECDIS" or "Nautical Charts"*

* Enter as appropriate.

Or


"Provided"

2.2 Back-up arrangements for ECDIS "Nautical Charts"

___________ NOTES: 1 The ship's management is responsible to determine what form of charts is to be used

onboard as the primary means of navigation. Where paper charts are used as the primary means of navigation then they may also be regarded as the ECDIS back-up arrangements.

2 Paper charts or ECDIS provided as the "back-up arrangement" may be used alternatively

with the primary ECDIS, and not be limited to use only when the primary ECDIS is inoperable.

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4 ALBERT EMBANKMENT



UNIFIED INTERPRETATION OF CHAPTER 3 OF THE FSS CODE

1 The Maritime Safety Committee, at its ninety-fourth session (17 to 21 November 2014), with a view to providing more specific guidance for the application of the relevant requirements of the FSS Code, approved the following unified interpretation for paragraph 2.1.2.2 of chapter 3 of the FSS Code:

"Paragraph 2.1.2.2 of chapter 3 of the FSS Code, adopted by resolution MSC.339(91), requires an audible alarm and a visual or other device which will alert the user. In this context, a pressure indicator, with which the user can read that the volume of remaining air in the cylinder has been reduced to no less than 200 litres, regardless of the need for supplemental lighting, may be regarded as a visual device."

2 Member Governments are invited to use the above unified interpretation as guidance when applying the relevant provision of the FSS Code and to bring it to the attention of all parties concerned.

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