The January 2002 edition of the Rules for Classification of High Speed, Light Craft and Naval Surface Craft contains the following new rule chapters:
Pt.5 Ch.8 Carriage of Dangerous Goods
Pt.6 Ch.1 Miscellaneous Notations
The January 2002 edition of the Rules for Classification of High Speed, Light Craft and Naval Surface Craft contains revised versions the following, rule chapters:
Pt.0 Ch.1 User Information, Amendments and Indexes
Pt.0 Ch.2 Introduction to Classification
Pt.0 Ch.5 Introduction to the rules for Naval Surface Craft
Pt.1 Ch.1 General Regulations
Pt.4 Ch.6 Piping Systems
Pt.4 Ch.10 Fire Safety
Pt.4 Ch.11 Safety of Navigation
Pt.5 Ch.1 Passenger Craft
Pt.5 Ch.2 Car Ferry
Pt.5 Ch.3 Cargo
In addition, some of the rule chapters have been subject to amendments, which have been inserted in Sec.3 of Pt.0 Ch.1. The changes come into force 1 July 2002.
Important rule changes
The rule changes covered by the revised chapters or Sec.3 of Pt.0 Ch.1 are as follows:
Pt.0 Ch.2 Sec.1 Introduction to Ship Classification - Rule Preamble
The relevant definitions of terms used elsewhere in the rules have been moved to Pt.1 Ch.1 from Pt.0 Ch.2 where they are not to be understood as a part of the rules in accordance with Pt.0 Ch.2 Sec.1 A102. Some definitions are also covered by recent amendments in other part of Pt.1 Ch.1.
Pt.0 Ch.5 Sec.2 Introduction to the Rules for Naval Surface Craft - Safety Principles
A new section has been added. The new section covers safety objectives for Naval Surface Craft, and shows in tabular form, the principles underlying the HSC Code and how they have been applied to Navel Surface Craft.
Pt.1 Ch.1 Sec.1 General Regulations - Classification Principles
The relevant definitions of terms used elsewhere in the rules have been moved to Pt.1 Ch.1 from Pt.0 Ch.2.
One of the items in the list of "Joint safety initiatives" by DNV, ABS and LR, announced 15 March 2001, known as the LAN initiatives, was to increase the transparency of information. Consequently, DNV may now release information on required class and statutory surveys and schedules, delegated statutory certification, overdue surveys and overdue conditions and class suspensions and deletions.
A provision for disclosure of information to a police authority without a court order has also been added.
Pt.1 Ch.1 Sec.2 General Regulations - Scope of Rules and Class Notations
A new class notation Car Ferry C has been added, covering a new concept ferry. Furthermore new class notations HELDK, HELDK-S, HELDK-SH and HELDK-SHF covering helicopter installations have been added.
Pt.1 Ch.1 Sec.3 General Regulations - Classification Procedure
Ability for DNV to decline an application for classification or reclassification
There has been a need for DNV to have a formal rule stating that DNV is in the position to decline an application for classification or reclassification. This has been included in a new item A1700.
Clarification with respect to whom is liable to pay the class fee
It is stated in the rules that the owner is liable for paying all the class fees and expenses. In the past there have been some cases where the owner (the registered owner of a ship) has refused to pay by claiming that he is not liable due to the fact that the ship is or was on bareboat charterer. The legal argument is that "owner" should be interpreted as the one that has the possession of the craft and not the formal registered owner. To avoid such discussions and non-payment in the future by the owner by referring to others, the rules have been amended accordingly.
Conditions and Memoranda
The rules related to issue and deletion of Conditions and Memoranda have been developed over a number of years, but some ''basic principles'' have hardly been questioned or considered. The practice has also developed into some inconsistent use of CC or MO. The market in general has at the same time shown an increased attention on ''class matters'' and the transparency of a craft's class status has also been demanded increased.
CCs have been re-defined as damage, defects or insufficiencies to the craft's hull, machinery or equipment.
MO has been re-defined to cover items which may constitute requirements for actions by the owner, but which may be of more formal or procedural nature, such as outstanding measurements or inspections and documentation, but also items that are not affecting the basic, mandatory safety standard of class, e.g. decommissioned equipment in excess of rule requirements, temporary or voluntary discontinuation of voluntary class notations (e.g. E0, W1), exemptions and conditions given which may normally be recorded in the Appendix to the classification certificate, repairs or alterations carried out departing from the original design, etc. In addition, minor defects not affecting the integrity or safety of the craft may be recorded as MO.
It is expected that the proposed changes will reduce the number of conditions by restricting the definition of that category and to differentiate more explicit non-obligation items from obligatory items.
Ability for DNV in certain circumstances to extend suspension and withdrawal to the owner's other craft
There has been a need for DNV to have a formal rule stating that DNV is in the position to extend the suspension of withdrawal to include other craft controlled by the same owner. New text to this effect has been added.
Withdrawal of class if the owner has been filed or goes bankrupt
Class fees are not considered as maritime lien and if the owner goes bankrupt DNV are only entitled to dividends of the outstanding. Nevertheless, some success has been achieved in such cases by stating that the class certificate will be withdrawn unless the full amount is paid. In some cases, this has led to that DNV has got a preferred creditor position. There is no provision in the present rules that give DNV the right to withdraw the class if there is a bankruptcy situation. DNV's right to withdrawal of the class certificate in such cases is based on governing law, but it might be challenged in legal terms. Therefore, DNV's position as a creditor in such cases has been improved by adding a new rule to that effect.
Reclassification
Previously the rules allowed class reinstatement to a vessel when the survey that caused the class suspension was carried out. The rules did not give any requirements to other parts of the vessel's class status; i.e. at the time of reinstatement it might be other factors related to the vessel's status which could be overdue at the time of reinstatement and the survey itself could also lead to new conditions of class in connection with this survey. This was considered unsatisfactory and the rules have been amended to avoid such situations. Stricter criteria have been introduced for class reinstatement.
Pt.4 Ch.1 Sec.3 Machinery Systems, General - Design Principles
A requirement to mark all connections to sea is added.
Pt.4 Ch.6 Sec.2 Piping Systems - Materials
Air- sounding- and filling pipes for aluminium tanks are accepted made from the same material if located outside fire hazard area.
Pt.4 Ch.6 Sec.4 Piping Systems - Craft Piping Systems
The definition of the damages assumed for damage stability calculations for dimensioning of the bilge system has been deleted. Technical changes to HSC Code 2000 have also been included.
Bilge systems based on individual pumps in each compartment having discharges above the waterline, shall have two non-return valves in series between bilge suctions and discharges.
Pt.4 Ch.6 Sec.5 Piping Systems - Machinery Piping Systems and Ventilation
The requirements for location of fuel oil tanks and tanks for other flammable liquids with corresponding gauging equipment, inlet and outlet pipes and remote control of valves have been clarified. A requirement for screening or other adequate protection of pipes containing fuel oil or other flammable liquids has been added. The requirements for heated fuel oil, equipment for fuel oil treatment, air pipes with flame arresters and starting arrangements for propulsion engines have been clarified. Technical changes to HSC Code 2000 have also been included.
Pt.4 Ch.6 Sec.6 Piping Systems - Pipes, Pumps, Valves, Flexible Hoses and Detachable Pipe Connections
Design pressure above 16 bar has been added as one of the criteria for not applying threaded joints in pipes containing flammable liquids.
Pt.4 Ch.6 Sec.7 Piping Systems - Manufacture, Workmanship, Inspection and Testing
Welding of pipe joints is to be carried out using qualified welders, approved welding procedures and consumables. Brazing of pipe joints to be carried out using qualified brazers and approved brazing procedures. Requirements for non-destructive testing for welded joints, depending on media, design pressure and size are added.
Pt.4 Ch.10 Sec.1 Fire Safety - General Requirements
The rules have generally been amended in accordance with the HSC Code 2000. Definitions have been amended and added and reference has been made to the FTP Code.
Pt.4 Ch.10 Sec.2 Fire Safety - Classification of Space Use and Structural Fire Protection
The rules have generally been amended in accordance with the HSC Code 2000.
Pt.4 Ch.10 Sec.3 Fire Safety - Material Requirements and Arrangement
The rules have generally been amended in accordance with the HSC Code 2000. References have been made to the FTP Code.
Pt.4 Ch.10 Sec.4 Fire Safety - Ventilation
The rules have generally been amended in accordance with the HSC Code 2000.
Pt.4 Ch.10 Sec.5 Fire Safety - Fire Detection Systems
The rules have generally been amended in accordance with the HSC Code 2000.
Pt.4 Ch.10 Sec.6 Fire Safety - Fire Detection Systems
The rules have generally been amended in accordance with the HSC Code 2000, including new requirements for protection of deep-fat cooking equipment.
Pt.4 Ch.10 Sec.7 Fire Safety - Fire Pumps, Fire Mains, Hydrants and Hoses
The rules have generally been amended in accordance with the HSC Code 2000.
Pt.4 Ch.10 Sec.8 Fire Safety - Miscellaneous
The rules have generally been amended in accordance with the HSC Code 2000.
Pt.4 Ch.11 Sec.1 Safety of Navigation - General Requirements
IMO's Maritime Safety Committee (MSC) adopted the new HSC Code, 2000 at their 73rd session. The new HSC Code comes into force from 1 July 2002. Consequently, the DNV rules have been updated in order to incorporate the new requirements.
Pt.4 Ch.11 Sec.2 Safety of Navigation - Navigational Equipment
IMO's Maritime Safety Committee (MSC) adopted the new HSC Code, 2000 at their 73rd session. The new HSC Code comes into force from 1 July 2002. Consequently, the DNV rules have been updated in order to incorporate the new requirements. Chapter 13 is generally covered in Sec.2. The most important changes are:
Carriage requirement for:
voyage data recorders (VDR)
automatic identification system (AIS)
receiver for a global navigation satellite system (or a terrestrial radionavigation system)
sound reception system
New IMO performance standards have also been included.
Pt.4 Ch.11 Sec.3 Safety of Navigation - Operating Compartment Layout
IMO's Maritime Safety Committee (MSC) adopted the new HSC Code, 2000 at their 73rd session. The new HSC Code comes into force from 1 July 2002. Consequently, the DNV rules have been updated in order to incorporate the new requirements. Chapter 15 is generally covered in Sec.3.
Pt.4 Ch.11 Sec.4 Safety of Navigation - Handling, Controllability and Performance
IMO's Maritime Safety Committee (MSC) adopted the new HSC Code, 2000 at their 73rd session. The new HSC Code comes into force from 1 July 2002. Consequently, the DNV rules have been updated in order to incorporate the new requirements. Chapter 17 is generally covered in Sec.4.
Pt.5 Ch.1 Sec.4 Passenger Craft - Fire Safety
The rules have generally been amended in accordance with the HSC Code 2000.
Pt.5 Ch.2 Sec.1 Car Ferry - General Regulations
A new commuter car ferry concept has been developed over the last couple of years, which are said to be both more efficient and environmental friendly than the existing commuter car ferries.
The aim is to be able to approve vessels that combine lightweight construction, in line with HSLC car ferries, in a ferry operated as a conventional commuter car ferry where passengers may sit in their vehicles during the journey.
Pt.5 Ch.2 Sec.4 Car Ferry - Fire Safety
The rules have generally been amended in accordance with the HSC Code 2000.
Pt.5 Ch.3 Sec.4 Cargo - Machinery and System
The rules have generally been amended in accordance with the HSC Code 2000, including new requirements for protection of crew accommodation.
Pt.5 Ch.8 Sec.1 Carriage of Dangerous Goods - Fire Safety
The rules have been expanded in accordance with the HSC Code 2000 to include requirements for carriage of dangerous goods; similar to the requirements contained in SOLAS.
Pt.6 Ch.1 Sec.1 Miscellaneous Notations - General Requirements
New class notations HELDK-S, HELDK-SH and HELDK-SHF covering requirements for shipboard safety, helicopter safety and on-board helicopter service facilities, respectively, have been added.
Pt.6 Ch.1 Sec.2 Miscellaneous Notations - Helicopter Installations
Requirements for helicopter installations have been added based on the similar rules for ships, upgraded regarding fire protection and fire fighting to be been in line with IMO regulations. The rules have been expanded compared to the previous rules for ships concerning requirements for helicopter service facilities and a requirement for an operation manual, including a landing guide.