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SAFETY BULLETIN- NEW REGULATIONS 1

SB-006 / 2016

New Regulations: From 1st Jan ‘16 to 31st Dec ‘16

This documents provides an overview of the known amendments to the existing statutory regulations and

instruments, mandatory under the conventions and code. The Known amendments include : amendments that are

in transitional period towards full implementation; adopted amendments that will enter into force on or after

1st Jan 2016 to 31st Dec 2016


SB-006 / 2016

SMPL – NR – 01:- Amendments to: SOLAS VII/IBC CODE –Approved Loadicator.

An approved stability instrument capable of verifying compliance with the applicable intact and

damage stability requirements is to be fitted onboard. The approval generally applies to the

software using MSC.1/Circ.1229, but may include hardware, for example, when the instrument

receives input from sensors for the contents of tanks. Exemptions are provided for ships: (a) on a

dedicated service, with a limited number of permutations of loading such that all anticipated

conditions have been approved; (b) where stability is remotely verified by a means approved by the

Administration; (c) loaded within an approved range of loading conditions; or (d) provided with

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

Implementation Date

January 01, 2016

Adopted by Resolution

SOLAS VII, BCH Code, IBC CODE, MSC.376(93), MEPC.250(66), MEPC.249(66). MARPOL I,MEPC.248(66)

Applicable to Ship type

Chem≥ 500 GT, Keel before 2016 (Keel on after 1st July 1986) Oil ≥ 150 GT, Keel before 1st Jan 2016

Implication

Non -compliance will result in detention and deficiency. All proposals permit the continued use of previously installed stability instruments which can do the calculations. Crew members will need to be trained in the use of the programs and be confident that they can demonstrate compliance to port state officers when requested.

Action Plan

Description Responsibility Due date

Class approved Loadicator with damage stability calculation provision to be placed on board, Vessel with already Loadicator onboard need to verify for the compliance from Class.

Technical Superintendent

First scheduled renewal survey of the ship on or after 1 January 2016 but not later than 1 January 2021.

If any software upgradation or installation is required, same to be carried out under class guidance and approvals obtained.

Remarks MOC initiated and being followed up.


SB-006 / 2016

SMPL – NR – 02:- Amendments to SOLAS VII/IBC CODE- Approved Loadicator

An approved stability instrument capable of verifying compliance with the applicable intact and

damage stability requirements is to be fitted onboard. The approval generally applies to the

software using MSC.1/Circ.1229, but may include hardware, for example, when the instrument

receives input from sensors for the contents of tanks. Exemptions are provided for ships:

(a) on a dedicated service, with a limited number of permutations of loading such that all

anticipated conditions have been approved;

(b) where stability is remotely verified by a means approved by the Administration;

(c) loaded within an approved range of loading conditions; or

(d) provided with approved limiting KG/GM curves covering all applicable intact and damage

stability requirements

Implementation Date

Jan 2016


SOLAS VII, IBC Code, MSC.369(93), MEPC.250(66) MARPOL I,MEPC.248(66)


Chem≥ 500, Keel on after 1st Jan 2016 Oil ≥ 150 GT, Keel on after 1st Jan 2016

Implication

Ship Designers and Builders will need to be aware of the requirements and be prepared to supply an

approved stability instrument to tankers being built. Manufacturers will need to ensure that their damage stability programs are approved for use. This approval process can take some time and it is strongly recommended that early application to the

relevant authorities is made. Action Plan


Yard delivery after 1st January 2016, vessel team to confirm the compliance, same has to be included in delivery MOC.


Delivery of the vessel

Sample MOC Action sheet for yard delivery takeover to have a point on this regulation. CMS

Remarks


SB-006 / 2016

SMPL – NR – 03:- Amendments to SOLAS II-2- Requirement of Inert Gas System On Chemical Tankers

Inert Gas Systems are to meet MSC.367(93). Equivalent arrangements or means of protection may

be accepted in lieu of fixed systems on new chemical and oil carriers (20,000 > dwt ≥ 8,000) provided

equivalent arrangements are:

(a) capable of preventing dangerous accumulations of explosive mixtures in cargo tanks during

normal service throughout the ballast voyage and necessary in-tank operations; and

(b) (b) designed to minimize the risk of ignition of system- generated static electricity (e.g., use of

shore-side nitrogen)

Implementation Date

01STJan 2016


SOLAS II-2 FSS Code Ch 15, IGS, MSC.367(93)


Chemical ≥ 8000, Keel on or after 1st January 2016

Implication

The requirement will impact the design and operation of small oil and chemical tankers. Owners and builders have take into account the developments of these requirements when negotiating new building contracts, since the application date is based on the keel lay date. Ship owners and Ship Managers: Significant impact due to the costs involved for providing suitable type of inert gas systems (IGS) on board, depending on the type of the vessel. In addition, the new requirements could possibly result in extended port-stay periods.

Action Plan


N/A

Remarks For Information only


SB-006 / 2016

SMPL – NR – 04:- Amendments to SOLAS III- Lifejacket Test

Lifejackets should be tested for compliance with the specified buoyancy and stability criteria.

Further clarification is provided on the testing required for infants’ and children’s lifejackets

and the need for infants and children to participate in jump and drop tests.

Implementation Date

01STJan 2016


SOLAS III LSA Code, MSC.368(93)


All ships ≥ 500,

Implication

Manufacturers will need to prepare for the changes. The intention is to make the manufacture and use of reference test devices (RTDs) more consistent. The new requirements will apply to the manufacture and testing of NEW SOLAS lifejackets.

Action Plan


Once Flag Administrations and their ROs make necessary changes in testing methods, same has to be complied by all ships.


Remarks For Information only


SB-006 / 2016

SMPL – NR – 05:- Amendments to SOLAS II-1/9- Alternative methods for testing Steering Gear

Alternative methods for testing the main and auxiliary steering gear during sea trials are

permitted where it is impractical to test the ship at the full load condition (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) two alternatives are provided

(a) adjustment of the ahead speed for the submerged area of the rudder such that the force and

torque applied to the main steering gear are not less than what would have been otherwise

achieved at the full load condition; or

(b) the rudder force and torque at the sea trial loading condition have been reliably predicted and

extrapolated to the full load condition

Implementation Date 01stJan 2016

Adopted by Resolution SOLAS II-1/9, MSC.365(93)

Applicable to Ship type All ships ≥ 500

Implication

Ship Designers and Builders should be aware of the proposed changes and consider ways by which extrapolation can be done if it is needed. The method to extrapolate from the sea trial draught to the deepest seagoing draught will need to be agreed. Three different possible methods of demonstrating compliance have been agreed: – Ship at even keel and the rudder fully submerged with the speed of the ship corresponding to the number of maximum continuous revolutions of the main engine and maximum design pitch; – If full rudder immersion is not possible an appropriate speed should be used, calculated on the basis of the actual rudder submersion. The chosen speed should result in a force and torque on the steering gear which is at least as great as if the full service draught was being used; and – A prediction made of the actual service condition force and torque on the steering gear, which is then extrapolated to the full load condition.

Action Plan


Sample MOC Action sheet for yard delivery takeover to have a point on this regulation CMS

Remarks


SB-006 / 2016

SMPL – NR – 06:- Amendments to SOLAS II-2/9- Means of Closer of ducts in Ventilation Room.

Means of closure of ducts in in ventilation rooms are to be automatically and remotely operated,

fitted with readily removable filters and inspection hatches

Implementation Date

01stJan 2016


SOLAS II-2/9, MSC.365(93)


All ships ≥ 500, Keel on after 2016

Implication

Extra cost will incur in improving the design and construction of ventilation ducts to comply with the new requirements. The costs for providing additional inspection hatches, fire dampers and extended length of insulation along the ventilation ducts should also be considered. Another cost, at the design stage, will result from the requirements concerning the location of ventilation openings and the arrangement of ducts, the requirements for galley exhaust ducts, in particular the provision for additional dampers, exhaust and supply fans and location of their controls. In addition, the galley exhaust ducts are required to be fitted with a fire protection system complying with ‘ISO15371:2009’ and therefore builders and owners should familiarize with the requirements of the above standard while designing and installing such systems.

Action Plan


Vessel Team and Surveyors involved in the design appraisal and plan approval, as well as on site surveyors will need to be aware of the new requirements.


Delivery of the vessel

Sample MOC Action sheet for yard delivery takeover to have a point on this regulation.

CMS

Remarks


SB-006 / 2016

SMPL – NR – 07:- Amendments to SOLAS II-2/13 - Additional requirement Machinery space escape route.

Means of escape from machinery spaces and workshops and control rooms within, to a safe

position outside of, the machinery space is required by a continuous fire shelter for new passenger

and cargo ships. Additionally, inclined open-tread ladders/stairways providing an escape route

are to be fitted with a steel shield on their underside to provide escaping personnel protection

against heat and flame from beneath

Implementation Date

01stJan 2016


SOLAS II-2/13, MSC.365(93)


All ships ≥ 500, Keel on after 2016

Implication

There will be significant cost implications since the new amendments would require design changes to the escape routes of machinery spaces of cargo ships and smaller passenger ships, to provide the same level of protection as the passenger ships.

Action Plan


Sample MOC Action sheet for yard delivery takeover to have a point on this regulation.

CMS

Remarks


SB-006 / 2016

SMPL – NR – 08:- Amendments to MARPOL VI I- IAPP Certificate

The Supplement to the IAPP Certificate has been extensively revised to provide information on the

certification details of diesel engines.

Implementation Date

01stMarch, 2016


MARPOL VI I , MEPC.258(67)


All ships ≥ 400 GT

Implication

Non- compliance will result in detention and Deficiency. This should avoid any problem with the port State control by clearly stating the applicable regulation/requirement

Action Plan


Liaison with Class for the issuance of the same. (All ships subject to MARPOL Annex VI certification (ships engaged in the international voyage of 400 GT, including offshore structures). Certificates issued or replaced on or after 1 March 2016.)


Certificates issued

or replaced on or

after 1 March 2016.

MOC to be initiated and followed up CMS

Remarks


SB-006 / 2016

SMPL – NR – 09:- Amendment to SOLAS VII - ESP Code Revisions.

The ESP Code is revised to refer to the Common Structural Rules, as appropriate, and new

requirements for minimum thickness.

Implementation Date

01stJan, 2016


SOLAS VII, MSC.371(93)


All bulk carriers and oil tankers, GT >= 500 GT

Implication

These updates to the 2011 ESP Code bring it into line with the following revisions of the IACS UR Z10 series of unified requirements on surveys of oil tankers and bulk carriers: UR Z10.1 Rev.20, UR Z10.2 Rev.30, UR Z10.4 Rev.11 and UR Z10.5 Rev.13. Some changes have been made to the wording as contained in the IACS documents to ensure consistency with SOLAS I/10. IACS requirements and the IMO requirements are the same. This will make the planning for surveys easier.

Action Plan


New regulation bulletin to be circulated among all Technical superintendent for their information

CMS 20-Feb-2016

Remarks


SB-006 / 2016

SMPL – NR – 10:- Amendment to SOLAS XI-1/7- Atmosphere testing equipment for Cargo Ship Requires the carriage of portable atmosphere testing instrument(s) capable of measuring

concentrations of oxygen, flammable gases or vapors, hydrogen Sulphide and carbon monoxide

prior to entry into enclosed spaces. Instruments required by other SOLAS requirements may be

used to satisfy this regulation. Means to calibrate these instruments are also to be provided.

Implementation Date

01stJuly 2016


SOLAS XI-1/7,MSC.380(94)


(All new and existing ships)Cargo ≥ 400

Implication

In order to avoid duplication, equipment already available on board, required by SOLAS or other Codes as applicable to the ship type, can be considered to fulfil this requirement, provided the equipment is in compliance with the regulation and is not used as part of the personal protective safety equipment.

Action Plan


Proper training to use the instruments, learn measurement procedures, including the interpretation of the obtained readings, prior to entering enclosed spaces should be provided.

Master 01st July 2016

This instrument will be part of the ship’s equipment and only be used by a competent person.

In addition, the revised recommendations for entering enclosed spaces onboard ships (Resolution A.1050 (27)) should be followed.

Vessels (Bulk & Container) to be provided with Multi Gas detector (O2, IIL, H2S, CO) with means to calibrate onboard.


31st Mar 2016

MOC to be initiated and followed up. CMS 01st Mar 2016

Remarks


SB-006 / 2016

SMPL – NR – 11:- Amendments to SOLAS VI/2- Container Weight Verification

Requires the verification of the gross mass of cargo containers, except containers driven onboard

ro-ro ships engaged in short international voyages (not more than 200 miles from port), by the

shipper using calibrated and certified equipment. Guidelines for verifying the gross mass of a

container carrying cargo are contained in MSC.1/Circ.1475. Containers include tank-containers,

flat-racks, bulk containers, etc, but exclude offshore containers (defined in MSC/Circ.860).

Implementation Date

01stJuly, 2016


SOLAS VI/2MSC.380(94) MSC.1/Circ.1475


All ships

Implication

Carrier need to have the correct weight of the container provided by the shipper and ports/terminals

worldwide will either need to provide calibrated measurement equipment or confirm with the shipper that

the weight has been calculated prior to the container arriving in port to avoid ship delays or containers being

caught in a dispute.

Action Plan


Records of the weighment of all containers by supplier as per above regulations to be verified by Master & Chief Officer after the implementation date.

MASTER 01st July, 2016

Remarks


SB-006 / 2016

SMPL – NR – 12:- Amendment to SOLAS II-1- the new Goal Based Ship construction standards, GBS.

Class society’s rules for oil tankers and Single Side Skin bulk carriers (excluding ore carriers

and combination carriers) are to meet the new Goal Based Ship construction standards, GBS,

which provide for a design life of not less than 25 years under specified operating and

environmental conditions for unrestricted ocean service (i.e., North Atlantic environmental

conditions). GBS provides for adequate strength, integrity and stability to minimize the risk marine

pollution environment due to the ship’s structural failure resulting in flooding or loss of

watertight integrity.

Implementation Date

1stJuly 2016


SOLAS II-1, MSC.290(87) MSC.287(87)


Oil & Bulk ≥ 150, Keel on after 1st July 2016 Oil tankers of 150 metres in length and above and bulk carriers of 150 metres in length and above, constructed with single deck, top-side tanks and hopper side tanks in cargo spaces, excluding ore carriers and combination carriers: – for which the building contract is placed on or after 1 July 2016; – in the absence of a building contract, the keels of which are laid or which are at a similar stage of construction on or after 1 July 2017; or – the delivery of which is on or after 1 July 2020.

Implication

New bulk carriers and oil tankers will be required to be designed and built in accordance with GBS, by using

a set of classification rules which have been verified by IMO as conforming to the GBS functional

requirements. The IACS harmonized Common Structural Rules for oil tankers and bulk carriers have been

submitted to the IMO for audit.

Changes to GBS compliant ships will need to be recorded on the plans and documents in the Ship

Construction File.

Action Plan


Related to ship building Shipowner sand Shipbuilders

1st July 2016

Generic MOC Action sheet for yard delivery takeover to have a point on this regulation

CMS

Remarks


SB-006 / 2016

SMPL – NR – 13:- Amendment to SOLAS V/19.2- Commissioning of ECDIS onboard. Electronic Chart Display and Information System (ECDIS) is to be fitted onboard unless the ship is

to be decommissioned within two years of the compliance date. Cargo ships excluded tankers.

Implementation Date

1stJuly 2016


SOLAS V/19.2, MSC.282(86)


Cargo ≥50000 GT, Keel before 01st July 2013.

Implication

Replacement of the Record of Equipment for the Cargo Ship Safety Equipment Certificate and the Cargo Ship Safety

Certificate will be issued on expiry of current certificates after 1st July 2016.

Action Plan


ECDIS to be fitted onboard.

Appropriate training and familiarization as per company’s SMS for the

use of ECDIS in accordance with the paragraph 6.5 of the ISM Code. Deck

officers must be fully familiar with the operation of ECDIS prior to the

first voyage after the installation of ECDIS in accordance with paragraph

6.3 of the ISM Code.

Due reference is to be made to SN.1/Circ. 276 on Transitioning from

paper chart to electronic chart display and information systems (ECDIS)

navigation.


Not later than the first

survey* on or after 1

July 2016

Bulk & Container at above 50000 to be identified. CMS 01-Mar-2016

MOC to be initiated and followed up. CMS 31st Mar 2016

Remarks

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