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RULES FOR CLASSIFICATION OF
SHIPS
GENERAL REGULATIONS
PART 1 CHAPTER 1
GENERAL REGULATIONS
JANUARY 2005
This booklet includes the relevant amendments and corrections shown in the July 2005 version of Pt.0 Ch.1 Sec.3.
CONTENTS
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Classification Principles ............................................................................................................. 5 Scope of Rules and Class Notations........................................................................................... 8 Classification Procedure........................................................................................................... 15 Legal Provisions ....................................................................................................................... 21
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CHANGES IN THE RULES

General
The present edition of the rules includes amendments and additions decided by the Board as of November 2004 and supersedes the July 2004 edition of the same chapter. The rule changes come into force as described below. This chapter is valid until superseded by a revised chapter. Supplements will not be issued except for an updated list of corrections presented in Pt.0 Ch.1 Sec.3. Pt.0 Ch.1 is normally revised in January and July each year. Revised chapters will be forwarded to all subscribers to the rules. Buyers of reprints are advised to check the updated list of rule chapters printed in Pt.0 Ch.1 Sec.1 to ensure that the chapter is current. been introduced by the new Sec.10 of Pt.5 Ch.2 Passenger and Dry Cargo Ships. Under sub-section element B700, Table B16 has been amended to cover the new additional class notation DSV-SURFACE or BOUNCE or -SAT (previous DSV-I SF or -II SF or -III SF), see Sec.4 of revised Pt.6 Ch.1 Miscellaneous Notations. Under sub-section element B700, Table B26 has been amended to cover the new additional class notation HMON (...) (previous HMON-1, HMON-2), see revised Pt.6 Ch.11Hull Monitoring System. Under sub-section element B700, Table B28 has been amended as a consequence of the revision of Pt.6 Ch.13 Gas Fuelled Engine Installations. Under sub-section element B700, a new Table B32 has been inserted covering the new additional class notation NAUT-NAVY introduced in the new chapter Pt.6 Ch.17 Safety of Navigation for Naval Vessels.
Main changes coming into force 1 July 2005

Sec.2 Scope of Rules and Classification Notations Under sub-section element B600 Table B3, the new additional notations RC-1, RC-2, RC-3 and (X/Y) covering the carriage of refrigerated containers, have been added. The notations have
Corrections and Clarifications

In addition to the above stated rule requirements, a number of corrections and clarifications have been made to the existing rule text.
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Amended, see Pt.0 Ch.1 Sec.3, July 2005
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CONTENTS
SEC. 1 CLASSIFICATION PRINCIPLES .................... 5
A. Definitions ..............................................................................5
A 100 A 200 A 300 B B B B B B B B B 100 200 300 400 500 600 700 800 900 General ..............................................................................5 Rules .................................................................................5 Audits ................................................................................5 General ..............................................................................5 Entering into force of the rules .........................................5 Application of the rules.....................................................5 Basis for assignment of class ............................................6 Basis for maintenance of class ..........................................6 Documentation ..................................................................6 Disclosure of information .................................................7 Limitation of the Society's responsibility .........................7 Vertical contract audits and audits by National Maritime Authorities ..........................................7 A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A B B B B B B B B B B 300 400 500 600 700 800 900 1000 1100 1200 1300 1400 1500 1600 1700 100 200 300 400 500 600 700 800 900 1000 Requirements for manufacturers.....................................15 Requirements for suppliers of services ...........................15 Requirements for calibration of equipment ....................15 Plan approval ..................................................................15 Survey .............................................................................15 Functional testing............................................................16 Certification of materials, components and systems.......16 Manufacturing Survey Arrangement ..............................17 Type approval .................................................................17 Acceptance of control by National Authorities ..............17 Certificate of interim class ..............................................17 Classification certificate..................................................17 Appendix to the classification certificate........................17 Entry in the Register of Vessels classed with DNV....18 Decline of application for classification .........................18 General............................................................................18 Periodical and renewal surveys.......................................18 Survey of damage ...........................................................18 Repairs ............................................................................18 Procedures for maintenance............................................18 Conversions and alterations ............................................18 Change of ownership ......................................................19 Conditions of Class and Memoranda ..............................19 Survey reports and survey status.....................................19 Rules for newbuildings applicable for ships in operation .........................................................................19 General............................................................................19 Suspension of class .........................................................20 Withdrawal of class.........................................................20 Reclassification ...............................................................20 Decisions taken by the Society .......................................20
B. The Classification Concept...................................................5
B. Retention of Class............................................................... 18
SEC. 2 SCOPE OF RULES AND CLASS NOTATIONS........................................... 8

A. Scope of Rules........................................................................8
A 100 A 200 A 300 B B B B B B B B B B 100 200 300 400 500 600 700 800 900 1000 General .............................................................................8 Application of the rules.....................................................8 Rule particulars .................................................................8 General ..............................................................................9 Construction symbols........................................................9 Main character of class .....................................................9 Service area notations .......................................................9 Other service restrictions ..................................................9 Additional class: Service and type notations ....................9 Additional class: Equipment and systems notations .......12 Additional class: Special features notations....................13 National regulations ........................................................13 Additional class: NAUTICUS ........................................14
B. Class Notations ......................................................................9
C. Suspension and Withdrawal of Class ............................... 19

C C C C 100 200 300 400
D. Appeals ................................................................................ 20
D 100
SEC. 4 LEGAL PROVISIONS...................................... 21

A. Liability and Jurisdiction .................................................. 21
A 100 A 200 A 300 Limited liability .............................................................21 Governing law.................................................................21 Venue ..............................................................................21
SEC. 3 CLASSIFICATION PROCEDURE ................. 15

A. Assignment of Class ............................................................15
A 100 A 200 Request for classification................................................15 Requirements for workshops and yards ..........................15
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SECTION 1 CLASSIFICATION PRINCIPLES

A. Definitions
A 100 General 101 For definition of general terms used in the rules, see Pt.0 Ch.2 Sec.1 A200. A 200 Rules 201 The Rules are to be understood as all those rule requirements accepted by the Board as basis for classification, which are developed by the Society or adopted from relevant International Maritime Standards. 202 Tentative rules are rules applying to new fields to which the Society reserves the right to make adjustments during a period in order to obtain the intention reflected in the rules. 203 A Guidance note given in the rules is advice which is not mandatory for assignment of class, but with which the Society, in light of general experience, advises compliance, hence, it is for the client to decide whether to apply the note or not. 204 Det Norske Veritas (DNV) is an autonomous and independent foundation with the object of safeguarding life, property and the environment. DNV undertakes classification and certification and ensures the quality of ships, offshore units and installations, facilities and systems, and carries out research in connection with these functions. DNV operates a world wide network of survey stations and is authorised by more than 120 national administrations to carry out surveys and, in most cases, issue certificates on their behalf. 205 The Society signifies DNV. 206 The Board signifies the Executive Board of DNV through its Chairman who is the President and CEO of DNV. 207 National authorities denotes the Administration of any country of registry. 208 Client means the party having requested classification or having assumed ownership of a classed ship. In cases where owners have authorised another party to operate the ship on their behalf, such party is regarded as the client. 209 IMO is the International Maritime Organization. 210 IACS is the International Association of Classification Societies. 211 A Recognised classification society means a classification society which is a full or associate member of IACS. 212 A Quality audit is a systematic and independent examination to determine whether established work processes and quality systems are adhered to. 213 A Supplier or a Manufacturer, supplies materials, components, equipment and systems to newbuildings to be classed, or to classed ships in operation, whose production is subject to design approval, surveys and testing in accordance with the rules. A 300 Audits 301 A vertical contract audit is an IACS audit which assesses the correct application of the quality system through audit of the process for a specific contract. A contract is the specific agreement between the Society and the client. It defines the extent of services requested by the client, and is concerned with: the classification of ships, both newbuildings and in operation statutory work carried out on behalf of National Maritime Authorities equipment and materials for ships. The IACS QSCS (Quality System Certification Scheme) audit team is responsible for carrying out these audits.
B. The Classification Concept

B 100 General 101 The classification concept comprises the development of independent technical standards for ships, and the verification of compliance with these standards throughout the ships' life. 102 The rules are aimed at ensuring safety against hazards to the ship, personnel, passengers and cargo, and against hazards to the environment as a consequence of sea transport. 103 The classification of ships is performed in accordance with the requirements of the rules and any other standards to which reference is made. 104 Having assigned class, the society will issue a classification certificate and enter the main particulars and details of class for the ship in the Register of Vessels classed with DNV. B 200 Entering into force of the rules 201 Rules and amendments accepted by the Board will come into force when decided by the Board, normally six (6) months after acceptance.
Guidance note: The date on which rule changes come into force is shown on the inside of the cover of new rule chapters (booklets) and revised chapters if they are reprinted. The coming into force date for rule changes concerning chapters which are not reprinted, but where the changes are published in Pt.0 Ch.1 Sec.3, is shown on the inside of the cover of Pt.0 Ch.1 and is also explained and shown in Pt.0 Ch.1 Sec.3 B101.
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202 In exceptional cases, where unacceptable service experience and or theoretical findings clearly show that safety hazards may arise in connection with items covered by the existing rules, the Board may decide to lay down at any time supplementary requirements concerning the assignment and retention of class to maintain the overall safety standard reflected by the rules. 203 If an amendment is made mandatory to ships under construction or which have already been assigned class, this will be specially stated, see 201. B 300 Application of the rules 301 The applicable rules for assignment of class to a new ship are those in force at the date (as given to the Society by the client) when the contract between the owner and the shipyard is signed. 302 Subsequent amendments not made mandatory according to 203 may be made applicable to ships under construction provided both builder and owner agree to such application. 303 Ships which undergo conversions or alterations shall comply with Sec.3 B604.
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304 Ships in operation shall comply with the rules for newbuildings to the extent specified in Sec.3 B1000. 305 The Society will consider alternatives found to represent an overall safety standard equivalent to that of the rules. Approval may be revoked if subsequent information indicates that the chosen alternative is not satisfactory. 306 In cases where detailed requirements are not given in the rules, specific solutions or decisions approved by the Society and its surveyors are to be based on the principles of the rules, and are to give a safety standard equivalent to that of the rules. 307 In accordance with 305 the Society may consider the use of reliability methods as a means of documenting compliance to class requirements. For applications to hull structures, see Pt.3 Ch.1 Sec.3 B1000. 308 Text adopted from International Maritime Standards is identified by relevant reference. B 400 Basis for assignment of class 401 Having assigned a specific class implies that the Society: has been satisfied that the ship meets the rule requirements for the particular class will, through a system of surveys, verify that the requirements stipulated for retention of class are complied with. 402 Prior to assigning class to an eligible, existing ship, it is in general to undergo all periodical surveys pertaining to the age and type of the ship. See Sec.3 A705. 403 When assigning class to a ship which has not been built under supervision of the Society, provided the ship has been built under supervision of another recognised classification society, the Society may on the basis of an overall safety consideration, in connection with a design review and survey, exempt it from rule requirements for the main class. See also 305. 404 When assigning class to a ship of a series under construction to the classification of, or a design previously accepted by, a recognised classification society, the Society may on the basis of an overall safety consideration, in connection with
Table B1 Disclosure of information Information in question: Newbuildings: 2) Approved "as carried out" structure related drawings Approved "as carried out" system and component drawings Ships in Operation: a) b) Class and statutory certificates issued by the Society Survey and certificate status including text of Conditions of Class c) Survey reports Other information: Correspondence with yard or owner
1) 2) 3) 4) 5) * ** Upon request When accepted by owner or ship yard and copyright holder as applicable When accepted by owner or through special clause in insurance contract Automatically available
a design review, exempt it from the rule requirements for the main class, and base the survey on the design approval done by the recognised society. A note to this effect may be included in the Appendix to the classification certificate. 405 When assigning class to a ship for which the Administration of the flag state undertakes approval and surveys of items covered by the rules, the Society may accept their decisions as basis of assigning class. 406 For ships permanently moored on location and intended for production and storage of hydrocarbons, the Society may also accept decisions by the National Authority with jurisdiction over the waters in which the ship is to operate (shelf state) as basis for assigning class. B 500 Basis for maintenance of class 501 The requirements for retention of class are found in Sec.3 B. In addition, classification is based on the following: Valid statutory certificates The statutory certificates of the applicable international conventions shall be valid at all times, and the surveys prescribed in the conventions shall be carried out within the time windows prescribed. Maintenance of the ship and its equipment It is assumed that the ship, machinery installations and equipment are to be maintained at a standard complying with the requirements of the rules. Installed systems or equipment carried on board in excess of the rule requirements, but otherwise covered by the rules, are either to be maintained in accordance with the rules, or be removed or be disconnected in such a way as to ensure that the installed system or equipment cannot be used. Handling of the ship It is assumed that the ship, machinery installations and equipment are to be adequately manned and competently handled. This includes also stowage of cargo, distribution of ballast and bunkers, and speed and navigation in heavy weather. Class conditions regarding the use of the ship are to be observed.
Owner
Flag Administration 1) 2) 1) 4) 1) 2)
Port State Authority
Insurance Company *
Yard or suppliers 4) 2)
a) b)
2) 4) 4) 4) + 1) 2)
1) 1) 2) + 5)
3) 1) ** 3) 2) 2)
Upon request, with background information, reports pertinent to the inspection, and details of outstanding conditions of class and statutory items Insurance Company means P&I Clubs and Hull & Machinery Underwriters Overdue Conditions of Class, only
B 600 Documentation 601 All information which may influence the judgement, decisions and requirements of the Society for the purpose of classification, is to be made available to the Society. It is the client's responsibility to ensure that such information is
brought to the attention of the Society in a timely manner. Information may be made available by submitting documents to the Society or by surveys performed at the clients premises, the ship or the premises of the client's sub-contractors.
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602 Documents for information or approval required in each chapter of the rules are to be submitted to the Society. 603 The documentation forming the basis for classification is, at all times, to reflect the true conditions. Revisions of documents are therefore to be submitted to the Society to the extent such revisions may influence decisions and requirements of the Society. B 700 Disclosure of information 701 The Society will not disclose any information received or reports made in connection with classification to any other than those entitled thereto or those having been given the right to receive information by legislation, court decision or by written permission by the owner. The supply of information may take place electronically and on a continual basis, e.g. by online access to the Society's databases.
Guidance note: Table B1 indicates which parties will be entitled to various kinds of information.
705 Notwithstanding 701 and 703 the Society may disclose any information to a police authority upon a written request by the same. 706 The Society may release information on required class and statutory surveys and schedules, delegated statutory certification, overdue surveys and overdue conditions and class suspensions and deletions. B 800 Limitation of the Society's responsibility 801 The classification service is performed on the basic assumption that other parties involved (building yard, designers, manufacturers, sub-contractors, shipowners, etc.) fulfil their individual obligations. The classification service is not performed in substitution of other parties' role or obligations. Nothing contained herein or in any certificate, report or document issued in connection with or pursuant to these rules, shall relieve any designer, engineer, builder, manufacturer, shipyard, seller, supplier, owner, operator or other parties from any obligations or consequences of default whatsoever. In particular, compliance with the rules does not imply acceptance or commissioning of a ship. This is the exclusive responsibility of the owner. Any document issued by the Society in relation to surveys performed reflects the condition of the ship at the time of survey. It is the responsibility of the owner to maintain the condition of the ship as required by the rules between surveys. B 900 Vertical contract audits and audits by National Maritime Authorities 901 For the purpose of conducting vertical audits performed by the audit team of IACS, and audits performed by the National Maritime Authorities of the flag state, access is to be provided to the ship and/or to the premises of manufacturer or shipbuilder, as appropriate.
702 The Society will not disclose information that can be considered as the property of another party except when this party's permission is given in writing. 703 Internal communication, notes, calculations etc. produced within the Society in connection with classification will not be disclosed to other parties. 704 Notwithstanding 701 to 703, authorised representatives of the maritime Administration or of the audit team of IACS performing quality audits, will have access to such information. These representatives are to confirm in writing that they are not in any manner allowed to reproduce or communicate such information to other parties.
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SECTION 2 SCOPE OF RULES AND CLASS NOTATIONS

A. Scope of Rules
A 100 General 101 The rules define acceptance criteria for design, construction, survey and testing of ships, their machinery installations, systems and equipment, applicable to the newbuilding and operational phases. A 200 Application of the rules 201 The present part of the rules, Pt.1, applies to all ships, newbuildings as well as ships in operation. 202 The rules for main class which apply to all newbuildings are given in Pt.2, 3 and 4. In addition to the main class requirements some special feature additional class notations are also covered in these parts. 203 The rules for additional class notations applicable to newbuildings, not covered by main class, are given in Pt.5 and 6. Additional class notations apply to: ships which have been designed to carry special cargoes or perform a special service special equipment and systems not covered by the main class special features not covered by other notations. 204 The rules for ships in operation are given in Pt.7. A 300 Rule particulars
301 The rules give requirements in the following areas:

Table A1 Areas covered by the rules Hull strength structural fire protection weathertight and watertight integrity stability and floatability tank arrangement Machinery installations and equipment Machinery installations and equipment, including their related auxiliary functions, with respect to strength and performance as applicable to the following main functions: power generation propulsion steering fire safety drainage and bilge pumping ballasting cargo handling, with the exception of lifting and dry cargo handling appliances such as cranes and derricks (with sheaves, blocks, wire ropes, winches and loose lifting gear) and lifting gear for cargo ramps and hoistable decks. For ships with additional class notation Crane Vessel or CRANE such appliances are subject to classification anchoring. Certain machinery installations, regardless of their contribution to the main functions stated above: electric power plant gravity tanks or pressure vessels and associated piping systems for: toxic fluids fluids with flash point below 100C fluids with temperatures above 220C boilers and steam piping systems pressure vessels and associated piping systems for compressed gases where pV 150 kNm p = design pressure in kN/m2 V = pressure vessel volume in m3 firing and combustion installations other installations stated in the rules. Life-saving appliances and arrangements Internal communications Carriage of dangerous goods dangerous goods in packaged form or in solid form in bulk construction and equipment of ships carrying dangerous liquid chemicals in bulk construction and equipment of ships carrying liquefied gases in bulk. Pollution prevention by oil by noxious substances in bulk by harmful substances. Management of safety and environmental protection (SEP) safety management systems.
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B. Class Notations
B 100 General 101 All ships will be given a main class notation consisting of a construction symbol, a main character of class, and where applicable, a service area restriction notation, e.g.: 1A1 or 1A1 R2 102 Ships also found to satisfy relevant requirements may be given additional class notations related to special service and type of ship, special systems and equipment or to special features. The complete class notation will thus consist of (as exemplified): 1A1 R2 Tanker for Oil ESP E0 ETC Main class notations: 1A1 R2
Table B1 Service area restrictions Service area Seasonal zones notations Winter Summer Tropical R0 250 No restrictions No restrictions R1 100 200 300 R2 50 100 200 R3 20 50 100 R4 5 10 20 RE Enclosed waters
402 Modified requirements related to the various service area notations are given in the relevant sections of the rules. The modifications will affect: design hull girder loads design pressures on shell, weather decks, superstructures and deckhouses anchoring and mooring equipment arrangement stability. B 500 Other service restrictions 501 Other service restrictions or operational limits included in the design assumptions of a ship will be stated in the appendix to the classification certificate, and/or on special signboards. 502 Modified rule requirements are in addition given related to the size of the ship and its general arrangement in:
Pt.3 Ch.1 Sec.1 Pt.3 Ch.2 Sec.1 Pt.3 Ch.1 Sec.3 Pt.3 Ch.2 Sec.3 Pt.3 Ch.1 Sec.5 Pt.3 Ch.2 Sec.5 Pt.3 Ch.1 Sec.13 Pt.3 Ch.3 Sec.3 Pt.4 Ch.6 Sec.4 Pt.4 Ch.8 Sec.3 regarding definition of length (barge/push-tug) regarding subdivision regarding hull section modulus regarding connection barge and push-tug regarding anchoring and mooring equipment regarding bilge pumping for vessels less than 100 gross tonnage regarding electrical installations (outside tropical waters)
Construction symbol Main character of class Service area notation
Additional class notations: Tanker for Oil ESP Service and type notation E0 Equipment and systems notation ETC Special feature notation B 200 Construction symbols 201 The symbol will be given to ships built under the supervision of DNV. will be given to ships built under the su202 The symbol pervision of a recognised classification society and later assigned class with DNV. See Sec.1 B403. B 300 Main character of class 301 The notation 1A1 will be given to ships with hull machinery and equipment found to be in compliance with the rule requirements stated in Pt.1, 2, 3 and 4. B 400 Service area notations 401 The notation R followed by a number or a letter will be given to ships with certain modifications to arrangement, equipment or scantlings in relation to ships normally built for winter weather conditions in the North Atlantic. The service area restrictions given in nautical miles and representing the maximum distance from nearest harbour or safe anchorage are given in Table B1. For the various service notations the restrictions are related to the zones, areas and seasonal periods as defined in the International Convention on Load Lines, 1966, Annex II. The service notation RE is limited to enclosed waters such as fjords, harbours, rivers and smaller lakes. The service area restrictions as related to the given service area notation are to be included in the Appendix to the classification certificate.
B 600 Additional class: Service and type notations 601 Ships arranged and or strengthened for a special service and found to be in accordance with relevant requirements in Pt.5 will be given a corresponding additional class. Service and type notations currently in use are given in Tables B2 to B15. 602 Only brackets in bold type are to be included in class notations. 603 The following type and service notations are defined as mandatory class notations: Bulk Carrier ESP Bulk Carrier ESP ES(..) Ore Carrier ESP Ore Carrier ESP ES(O) Tanker for Oil ESP Tanker for Oil Products ESP Bulk Carrier or Tanker for Oil ESP Ore Carrier or Tanker for Oil ESP Tanker for Chemicals ESP Tanker for C * ESP Tanker for Liquefied Gas Tanker for Compressed Natural Gas Passenger Ship Car Ferry A (or B) Train Ferry A (or B) Car and Train Ferry A (or B)
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The detailed specifications of these ship types are given in Pt.5.

Table B2 Ships arranged for navigation in ice (Pt.5 Ch.1): ICE-C basic ice rule ICE-1A* Baltic ice rules ICE-1A Baltic ice rules ICE-1B Baltic ice rules ICE-1C Baltic ice rules ICE-1A* F ice strengthening of high powered ships for regular traffic in heavy ice ICE-05 (or -10 or -15) Arctic ice rules POLAR-10 (or -20 or -30) Arctic ice rules Icebreaker Arctic ice rules Sealer
Table B3 Passenger and dry cargo vessels (Pt.5 Ch.2): Passenger Ship non ro-ro passenger ships, mandatory Car Ferry A (or B) ro-ro passenger ships, mandatory Train Ferry A (or B) ro-ro passenger ships, mandatory Car and Train Ferry A ro-ro passenger ships, mandatory (or B) General Cargo Carrier dry cargo ships Bulk Carrier dry cargo ships Bulk Carrier ESP dry bulk cargoes, mandatory Ore Carrier ESP ore cargoes in centre holds, mandatory Bulk Carrier ESP ES(..) dry bulk cargoes, mandatory Ore Carrier ESP ES(O) ore cargoes in centre holds, mandatory Container Carrier dry cargo ships Car Carrier dry cargo ships X Carrier ships specialised for the carriage of a single type of dry cargo A = vehicles on enclosed decks B = vehicles on weather deck only ESP = enhanced survey programme ES(S) = single side skin bulk carriers with enhanced strength ES(D) = double side skin bulk carriers with enhanced strength ES(O) = ore carriers with enhanced strength X = denotes the type of cargo to be carried, e. g. Alumina, Cement, Sugar etc. Additional notations:
= roll on/roll off ships RO/RO CONTAINER = arranged for carriage of containers BC-C = designed to carry dry bulk cargoes of cargo density less than 1.0 t/m3 BC-B = designed to carry dry bulk cargoes of cargo density 1.0 t/m3 and above with all cargo holds loaded in addition to BC-C conditions BC-A = designed to carry dry bulk cargoes of cargo density 1.0 t/m3 and above with specified holds empty, at maximum draught in addition to BCB conditions. BC-B* = designed to carry dry bulk cargoes of density 1.0 t/m3 and above with any hold empty at maximum draught, applicable to double hull vessels and general cargo carriers HC-A = designed to carry dry bulk cargoes of cargo density 1.0 t/m3 and above with specified holds empty, at maximum draught in addition to HCB conditions. Not applicable for bulk carriers with length more than 150 m. HC-B = designed to carry dry bulk cargoes of cargo density 1.0 t/m3 and above with all holds loaded in addition to HC-C conditions. Not applicable for bulk carriers with length more than 150 m. HC-C = designed to carry dry bulk cargoes of cargo density less than 1.0 t/m3. Not applicable for bulk carriers with length more than 150 m. HC-B* = designed to carry dry bulk cargoes of cargo density 1.0 t/m3 and above with any holds empty at maximum draught, applicable for double hull vessels and general cargo carriers. Not applicable for bulk carriers with length more than 150 m. MCDK = arranged with movable car decks PET = arranged for carriage of cars with fuel in their tanks RC-1 = vessels for carriage of refrigerated container containing mainly chilled cargo = vessels for carriage of refrigerated containers RC-2 containing both frozen and chilled cargo RC-3 = vessels for carriage of refrigerated containers containing mainly deep frozen cargoes (X/Y) = meaning that the vessel may carry X reefer containers on deck and Y in the holds
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Table B4 Oil carriers (Pt.5 Ch.3): Tanker for Oil ESP mandatory Tanker for Oil Products ESP mandatory Bulk Carrier or Tanker for mandatory Oil ESP Ore Carrier or Tanker for Oil mandatory ESP Tanker for C * Additional notations: BOW LOADING STL= submerged turret loading SPM = single point mooring Table B5 Chemical carriers (Pt.5 Ch.4): Tanker for Chemicals ESP mandatory Tanker for C ESP ** mandatory Tanker for C * * C = specified cargo ** The additional class notation ESP is mandatory for self propelled ships intended for carriage of liquid chemicals in bulk in accordance with IMO's International Code for the Construction and Equipment of Ships carrying Dangerous Chemicals in Bulk (IBC Code), or Code for the Construction and Equipment of Ships carrying Dangerous Chemicals in Bulk (BCH Code), as applicable. Table B6 Liquefied gas carriers (Pt.5 Ch.5): Tanker for Liquefied Gas mandatory Tanker for C * * C = specified cargo Table B7 Fishing vessels (Pt.5 Ch.6): Fishing Vessel (S) Stern Trawler (S) Fishing Vessel (S)(N) Stern Trawler (S)(N) S = arranged with shifting boards in cargo holds (N) = vessel also complying with the requirements of the Norwegian Maritime Directorate
Table B8 Tugs, escort vessels, supply vessels, and other offshore or harbour vessels (Pt.5 Ch.7): Tug Escort (n,V) or (n,8 n,10) Supply Vessel Supply Vessel SF Supply Vessel Basic Supply Vessel Basic SF Standby Vessel Standby Vessel (S) Fire Fighter I or Fire Fighter II or Fire Fighter III or Fire Fighter I and II or Fire Fighter I and III Pipe Laying Vessel Cable Laying Vessel Crane Vessel Dredger Well Stimulation Vessel Well Stimulation Barge Pusher or Pusher and Pusher/Barge Unit Barge Barge for Oil Barge for Liquefied Gas Barge for Deck Cargo (n,V) = escort rating number n = transverse steering pull in tonnes V = the speed at which the pull may be attained OILREC = recovered oil reception and transportation SF = controlled stability and floatability Basic = applicable to offshore supply vessels not strengthened to regularly operate in the North Sea but primarily operate in less severe offshore environments such as: South East Asia, Africa and Brazil. LFL = low flashpoint (< 60C) liquid LFL* = low flashpoint (< 43C) liquid Table B9 Slop reception and processing facilities (Pt.5 Ch.8): Slop Reception and Processing Facility Table B10 Ships for carriage of refrigerated cargoes (Pt.5 Ch.10): Reefer(...C/...C sea) refrigerated cargoes main purpose RM(...C/...C sea) refrigeration plant, partial carriage and fishing vessels RM(Container) refrigerated containers CA controlled atmosphere in cargo chambers CA(port.) controlled atmosphere in cargo chambers with partly portable equipment Refrigerated Fruit bulk transport in refrigerated tanks Juice Carrier Table B11 Ships arranged for carriage of dangerous goods (Pt.5 Ch.11): DG-B arranged for dangerous solid bulk cargoes DG-P arranged for dangerous goods in packaged form Table B12 Ships with controlled environmental standards (Comfort Class) (Pt.5 Ch.12): COMF-V(crn) (or -C(crn) or -V(crn)C(crn)) V = noise and vibration C = indoor climate crn = comfort rating number, 1, 2 or 3, where 1 is best. Table B13 Ships for carriage of potable water (Pt.5 Ch.13) Tanker for Potable Water
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Table B14 Naval vessels (Pt.5 Ch.14): Naval Naval Support Naval Support (....) hull = additional naval requirements for arrangements as given in Pt.5 Ch.14 Sec.2, loads in Pt.5 Ch.14 Sec.3 and hull strength in Pt.5 Ch.14 Sec.4 have been applied stab = naval requirements for stability as given in Pt.5 Ch.14 Sec.5 have been applied system = additional naval requirements for piping as given in Pt.5 Ch.14 Sec.6, machinery in Pt.5 Ch.14 Sec.7, electrical in Pt.5 Ch.14 Sec.8, control and monitoring in Pt.5 Ch.14 Sec.9 have been applied fire = additional naval requirements for fire safety as given in Pt.5 Ch.14 Sec.10 or 11 have been applied evac = naval requirements for safe evacuation as given in Pt.5 Ch.14 Sec.12 have been applied radhaz = naval requirements for radiation hazards as given in Pt.5 Ch.14 Sec.13 have been applied emc = naval requirements for electromagnetic compatibility as given in Pt.5 Ch.14 Sec.14 have been applied sam = naval requirements for storage rooms for ammunition as given in Pt.5 Ch.14 Sec.15 have been applied F-NAVAL additional fire protection requirements, as given in Pt.5 Ch.14 Sec.11 I, have been applied Table B15 Compressed Natural Gas Carriers (Pt.5 Ch.15): Tanker for Compressed compressed natural gas carriers Natural Gas mandatory
F-AM F-AC F-MC F-AMC
for accommodation and machinery space for accommodation and cargo space for machinery and cargo space for accommodation, machinery and cargo space
Table B20 Integrated computer systems (Pt.6 Ch.5): ICS Table B21 Centralised cargo control for liquid cargoes (Pt.6 Ch.6): CCO Table B22 Dynamic positioning systems (Pt.6 Ch.7): dynamic positioning system without redunDYNPOS-AUTS dancy dynamic positioning system with an indeDYNPOS-AUT pendent joystick back-up and a position reference back-up dynamic positioning system with redundanDYNPOS-AUTR cy in technical design and with an independent joystick back-up dynamic positioning system with redundancy in technical design and with an independent joystick back-up. Plus a back-up DYNPOS-AUTRO dynamic positioning control system in an emergency dynamic positioning control centre, designed with physical separation for components that provide redundancy Position mooring systems (see Offshore Standard DNV-OS-E301) POSMOOR passive position mooring system mooring system designed for positioning in POSMOOR-V vicinity of other structures thruster assisted mooring system dependent POSMOOR-TA on manual remote thrust control system thruster assisted mooring system dependent POSMOOR-ATA on automatic remote thrust control system = mooring in vicinity of other structures V TA, ATA = mooring systems designed for thruster assisted mooring. Table B23 Nautical Safety (Pt.6 Ch.8): bridge design, workstation arrangement, range and NAUT-OC location of equipment (ocean areas and coastal waters) extended requirements for one-man workstation, grounding avoidance system and automation level. NAUT-AW Data on manoeuvring characteristics (all waters) NAUT-OC-Q Q denotes a successful audit of operational proceNAUT-AW-Q dures and the qualifications of bridge personnel Table B24 Loading Computer Systems (LCS) (Pt.6 Ch.9) loading computer systems for damage control, apLCS-DC ply to integrated systems developed to assist the master as a decision aid under damage conditions Table B25 Vapour control systems (Pt.6 Ch.10): VCS-1 systems for control of vapour emission from cargo VCS-2 tanks VCS-3 additional notation for VCS-1 and VCS-2: B = vapour balancing Table B26 Hull monitoring system (Pt.6 Ch.11): HMON (...) system for monitoring hull response, sea state and operational parameters. Letters and numbers in the parenthesis will indicated type of sensors/features and number installed of each
B 700 Additional class: Equipment and systems notations 701 Ships having special equipment or systems found to satisfy relevant requirements in Pt.6, will be given a corresponding additional class. Equipment and systems notations currently in use are given in Tables B16 to B34.
Table B16 Miscellaneous notations (Pt.6 Ch.1): HELDK(-S or -SH or -SHF) helicopter deck CRANE shipboard crane DEICE equipment with deicing or antiicing systems DEICE-C equipment with deicing or antiicing systems including cargo deck area DSV-SURFACE diving system (or -BOUNCE or -SAT) OPP-F oil pollution prevention - fuel systems S = ship safety requirements SH = ship and helicopter safety requirements SHF = ship and helicopter safety requirements and on board helicopter service facilities SF = intact and damage stability Table B17 Redundant propulsion (Pt.6 Ch.2): RP redundant propulsion RPS separate redundant propulsion Table B18 Periodically unattended machinery space (Pt.6 Ch.3): E0 unattended machinery space ECO machinery centralised operated Table B19 Additional fire protection (Pt.6 Ch.4): F-A for accommodation space F-M for machinery space F-C for cargo space
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Table B27 Environmental class (Pt.6 Ch.12): basic requirements for controlling and limitCLEAN ing operational emissions and discharges additional requirements for controlling and limiting operational emissions and dischargCLEAN DESIGN es. In addition, this notation specifies design requirements for protection against accidents and for limiting their consequences Table B28 Gas fuelled engine installations (Pt.6 Ch.13): mandatory for ships with gas fuelled engine GAS FUELLED installations, other than steam driven LNG carriers Table B29 Fuel treatment and conditioning system (Pt.6 Ch.14) vessels with a fuel system and equipment complying with the relevant rules may be given the additional class notation FUEL (- cSt, - kg/m3, -C) FUEL (- cSt, - kg/m3, -C) The numbers in brackets indicate the maximum viscosity in cSt at 50C, the maximum density in kg/m3 at 15C of the fuel oil and the minimum outside air temperature for which the installations are approved. Table B30 Vibration class (Pt.6 Ch.15) applicable to newbuildings and ships in operation that meet specified vibration level criteria measured VIBR at pre-defined positions for machinery, components, equipment and structure Table B31 Bridge design on seagoing ships, bridge control console (Pt.6 Ch.16) this class notation may be used to assign class to ships, constructed before 1 July 2002 and with an NAV-O equivalent class notation, that are transferred to DNV from another classification society Table B32 Safety of Navigation for naval vessels (Pt.6 Ch.17) Requirements and guidelines on safety of navigaNAUTtion for naval vessels to demonstrate compliance NAVY with SOLAS Ch. V and the HSC Code Ch. 13 and Ch. 15 as amended Table B33 Management of safe ship operation and pollution prevention (Pt.7 Ch.5) management of safety and environment protection SBM in ship operation Table B34 Ballast Water Management (Pt.6 Ch.18) Applicable to vessels complying with requirements of the International Convention for the Control and Management of Ships Ballast Water and Sediments BWM-E by use of ballast water exchange. The letters in the (d,s,f) bracket denote the kind of method that has been applied; d for dilution method, s for sequential method and f for flow-through method. Applicable to vessels complying with requirements of the International Convention for the Control and Management of Ships Ballast Water and Sediments BWM-T by means of system(s) for treatment of ballast water complying with the Guidelines for Approval of Ballast Water Management Systems. Applicable to vessels complying with requirements of the International Convention for the Control and Management of Ships Ballast Water and Sediments BWM-TP by means of system(s) for treatment of ballast water complying with the Guidelines for Approval of Prototype Ballast Water Treatment Technologies.
B 800
Additional class: Special features notations
801 Special features notations provide information regarding special design assumptions, arrangements or equipment which are not covered by the main class requirements or the other additional class notations. (See also 802).
Table B35 Special features notations BIS Ships built for in-water survey of the ship's bottom and related items (Pt.3 Ch.1 Sec.1 E) DAT( - x C) lowest design ambient air temperature (Pt.3 Ch.1 Sec.2) DK(+) decks for heavy cargo (Pt.3 Ch.1 Sec.4) HA(+) hatches for heavy cargo (Pt.3 Ch.1 Sec.4) HL() tanks for heavy liquid (Pt.3 Ch.1 Sec.4) IB(+) inner bottom strengthened for grab loading and discharging (Pt.3 Ch.1 Sec.6) HOT(... C cargo structures built for high temperature cargo tank no ...) (Pt.3 Ch.1 Sec.15) CSA-2 structural scantlings based on extended calculation procedure covering loads and structural response analysis. (Pt.3 Ch.1 Sec.16) COAT-1 requirements to specifications of corrosion COAT-2 prevention in ballast tanks for newbuildings. Cargo tanks/holds are included depending on the type of vessel. (Pt.3 Ch.1 Sec.16) PLUS-1 structural scantlings and design of critical dePLUS-2 tails in cargo area based on enhanced procedures for fatigue calculations. Intended for vessels with a long target life or vessels operating in especially harsh areas. (Pt.3 Ch.1 Sec.16) ICM increased corrosion margin (Pt.3 Ch.1 Sec.2 D300 and Pt.3 Ch.2 Sec.2 D300) PWDK decks strengthened for wheel loading (Pt.5 Ch.2 Sec.4) HOLDS(a, b, ......) combination of holds which may be empty on MAY BE EMPTY full draught (Pt.5 Ch.2 Sec.5) No MP not strengthened for multiport loading, i. e. not designed to carry maximum allowable cargo hold design mass at reduced draught (Pt.5 Ch.2 Sec.5) MAXIMUM designed for a cargo density less than CARGO 3 t/m3 (Pt.5 Ch.2 Sec.5) DENSITY(x.y) ...TEU number of twenty-foot containers which may be carried (Pt.5 Ch.2 Sec.6) ETC arranged for effective tank cleaning (Pt.5 Ch.3 Sec.1) INERT oil carriers less than 20 000 dwt fitted with inert gas system (Pt.5 Ch.3 Sec.11)
Table B36 Tailshaft monitoring (Pt.7 Ch.2): TMON Tailshaft condition monitoring arrangement
802 For chemical carriers information related to ship type, type of tanks, liquid level gauging devices, tank vent systems, overflow control, cargo stripping efficiency, cofferdams and ventilation systems outside cargo tanks may be provided where applicable, see Pt.5 Ch.4. B 900 National regulations
901 A ship trading under its own flag in domestic waters, or between neighbour states, upon agreement between such states, may be assigned class based on the flag state requirements for domestic service instead of those rule requirements pertaining to assigned class notations. The assigned class shall be the class notations and service restrictions with the least possible deviation from the rule requirements.
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tion describes, inter alia, a standard for information and information availability based on access to the Society's product model software technology. 1002 NAUTICUS will be assigned in combination with additional notations describing specific features relating to specific documentation standards. Applicable notations are described in separate sections under Pt.3 and Pt.7. 1003 Vessels assigned NAUTICUS with additional notations will be given the notation NAUTICUS(notation 1, notation 2, etc.). 1004 Newbuildings may be ordered with NAUTICUS (Newbuilding) notation, see Pt.3 Ch.1. Upon delivery from the yard, the NAUTICUS(Newbuilding) notation is maintained and relevant parts of the newbuilding product model are transferred to a ships in operation product model. 1005 NAUTICUS notations currently in use.
902 Deviations from the rule requirements will only be accepted when the national standard has been approved by the flag state as stated in 901. Deviations will not be accepted for the structural strength, machinery installations including steering appliances, and electrical systems and equipment covered by the main class. 903 The flag state whose domestic requirements are being accepted (as per 901) shall be indicated, by using lower-case letter codes in accordance with ISO standard 3166, in parentheses after the service restriction notation (e.g. R2 (nor), should the flag state be Norway or usa should the flag state be U.S.A. etc.). 904 A memo for owners (MO), containing information about the assumption for the service restriction notation, will be issued in addition to the class related information contained in the "Appendix to the classification certificate". B 1000 Additional class: NAUTICUS 1001 NAUTICUS is an additional class notation. The nota-
Table B37 NAUTICUS notations Newbuilding enhanced documentation standard to achieve improved information availability for ship newbuildings, including FEM-modelling and extended fatigue calculations, see Pt.3 Ch.1 Operation enhanced exchange of information between the owner and the Society in the operational phase, see Pt.7 Ch.7
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SECTION 3 CLASSIFICATION PROCEDURE

A. Assignment of Class
A 100 Request for classification 101 A request for classification of a ship is to be submitted in writing by the client. A 200 Requirements for workshops and yards
Guidance note: For test equipment used for periodic maintenance and testing of E0, see Pt.6 Ch.3.
201 Builders unknown to the Society are to demonstrate their capability to carry out fabrication of adequate quality in accordance with the rules before construction is started. 202 Welding of important structures, machinery installations and equipment is to be carried out by approved welders, with approved welding consumables and at welding shops accepted by the Society. Requirements for approval of welding shops, welders, manufacturers of welding consumables, welding consumables and welding procedures are given in the rules (see Pt.2 Ch.3). 203 During fabrication and construction work, the Society's surveyors are to have safe access to the works at all reasonable times, insofar as the work affects classification. The client is to ensure, through contracts with the parties concerned or otherwise, that such access is possible, and that the Society is notified as to when and where the surveyor's attendance is needed. 204 The following general documentation from the builder (workshop and yard) and from subcontractors (as specified in 301) is to be submitted when requested by the Society: outline specification for the ship list of subcontractors to the building yard list of subcontractors to the manufacturer of products to be delivered, if applicable. A 300 Requirements for manufacturers
A 600 Plan approval 601 The builder or manufacturer shall submit the following documentation, as specified in the applicable chapters of the rules, and according to documentation lists supplied by the Society upon receipt of class request, before production commences: a) Plans and specifications required for approval, in triplicate, including one copy for each sister ship, as applicable. Moreover, the Society may specify alternative or additional requirements. b) Corresponding technical descriptions, calculations and data, including material specifications. Any documents submitted for re-approval are to be especially marked to identify the revised parts. The builder, with which the Society has the classification contract, is responsible for co-ordinating that plans and other documents are submitted, and for distributing any approval comments that may have been given. 602 When a ship, which is not built under supervision of the Society, is to be classified, the information required in 601 is, in general, to be submitted for approval. The extent of documentation approval for a ship, which is classed, or which was previously classed, with another recognised classification society, will be decided upon in each case. 603 Plans that have been found to comply with the rule requirements will be provided with a statement of approval. Conditions and limitations of the approval may be stated on the plans returned with the statement of approval, or in the accompanying letter of approval. 604 The approval may be revoked at any time if subsequent information indicates that the design solution was contrary to the rule requirements or intentions. 605 The English language shall be used in plans and specifications submitted for approval. The possibility of using the local language shall be agreed upon in each case. 606 When plans and documents are submitted as electronic files, the format and transfer method shall be agreed upon in each case. A 700 Survey 701 When a ship is built under the supervision of the Society, the Society will verify: that the construction and scantlings comply with the rule requirements and the approved plans, and that the required materials are used that the materials, components and systems have been certified in accordance with the rules that the work is carried out in compliance with the applicable rules and with good engineering practices. IACS "Shipbuilding and Repair Quality Standard - Part A" is regarded as an example of a standard regarding hull structures describing such good engineering practices. that satisfactory tests are carried out to the extent and in the manner prescribed by the rules.
301 Manufacturers of materials, components and equipment of categories not covered by 200 are to be considered for approval according to criteria established by the Society, as applicable. 302 Any required quality control of materials, components and equipment, is to be traceable and documented in writing. Further, quality control is to be carried out by qualified personnel at facilities and with equipment suitable for that control. A 400 Requirements for suppliers of services
401 Suppliers providing services on behalf of the owner, such as measurements, tests and maintenance of safety systems and equipment, the result of which may form the basis for the surveyor's decisions, are to be approved by the Society, according to criteria established by the Society. Where surveyors use such services in making decisions affecting statutory certifications, the suppliers are subject to approval by the Society, where the Society is so authorised by the relevant flag Administration. For such services the Society may accept approvals done by the flag Administration, or duly authorised organisations acting on behalf of the flag Administration. A 500 Requirements for calibration of equipment
501 Measuring and test equipment used in services by manufacturers, builders, repairers or owners, the result of which may form the basis for the surveyor's decisions, is to have a calibration status or an appropriate accuracy to the surveyor's satisfaction.
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Supervision is to be carried out at the building yard and/or the sub-suppliers at the discretion of the Society, which also decides the extent and method of control. 702 The verification method applied by the Society at the building yard or at the manufacturers' will normally be based on visual inspections and tests. The Society may base its verification on audits of an accepted Quality System implemented at the yard or at the manufacturer in combination with an agreed manufacturing survey arrangement. 703 When a ship, which has not been built under the supervision of the Society, is to be classified, the Society will carry out surveys to confirm: that the design and scantlings comply with the approved plans that the material, components and systems are in accordance with the rules that the workmanship is in compliance with the applicable rules and with good engineering practice. Functional tests are to be carried out as deemed necessary by the Society. 704 For ships built under the supervision of another recognised society the requirements of 703 will normally be considered as complied with for the main class. 705 When an existing ship is to be classified it is in general to undergo all periodical surveys pertaining to the age and type of ship. The extent of surveys will be decided by the Society in each separate case. Ships previously classed by a recognised society will, as a minimum, be subject to the surveys specified in IACS Procedural Requirements No. 1A. A 800 Functional testing 801 A test programme is to be prepared by the builder to the satisfaction of the surveyor. The programme is to specify systems and components to be tested, and the testing procedure. The programme is to include sea trials of the ship with machinery and equipment installed. 802 The tests are to give evidence as to satisfactory operation in accordance with the rules. When testing the control and safety system, failure modes are to be simulated as realistically as possible. 803 Unless otherwise agreed, the testing required by the rules is to be carried out in the presence of a surveyor. Data are to be recorded according to the test programs and as considered necessary by the surveyor. A 900 Certification of materials, components and systems 901 The scope of classification includes certification of materials, components and systems intended for the ship. The applicable chapters of the rules define the extent of the certification that is needed for classification. The objective of the certification is to ensure that materials, components and systems used in ships to be classed by the Society conform to the rules and other standards within the framework of the rules. The certification is a conformity assessment normally including both design and production assessment. The production assessment includes inspection and testing during production and/or of the final product. 902 The design assessment of the materials, components and systems shall either be on a case by case basis or follow the procedure for type approval. 903 When the case by case procedure is used, documentation of the design shall be submitted for assessment for every application as required in the applicable chapters of the rules.
A design assessment letter or design verification report shall be issued by the Society when compliance with the requirements for the design for the actual application is confirmed. 904 When the type approval procedure is used, documentation of the design and the results of type testing as required in type approval programmes and the applicable chapters of the rules, shall be submitted for assessment. A type approval certificate shall be issued by the Society when compliance with the requirements for the design is confirmed. The type approval certificate has a validity of 2 or 4 years depending on type of material, component and system. 905 The production assessment of materials, components and systems shall either be on a case by case basis or on the basis of an agreed Manufacturing Survey Arrangement (MSA). 906 When the case by case procedure is used, the survey and testing shall be performed on the basis of approved design documentation for the actual application and as required in the applicable chapters of the rules. Compliance with the approved design documentation and the requirements shall be documented through certificates as required in the applicable chapters of the rules. 907 When the production assessment is based on an MSA, the survey and testing shall be performed on the basis of approved design documentation and in accordance with requirements and procedures laid down in the MSA. Compliance with the approved design documentation and the requirements shall be documented through certificates as specified in the MSA or as required in the applicable chapters of the rules. 908 Certification of materials, components and systems shall be documented by the following types of documents: 1) Det Norske Veritas Product Certificate (NV): A document signed by a surveyor of the Society stating: conformity with rule requirements that tests are carried out on the certified product itself that tests are made on samples taken from the certified product itself that tests are performed in presence of the surveyor or in accordance with special agreements. 2) Works Certificate (W): A document signed by the manufacturer stating: conformity with rule requirements that tests are carried out on the certified product itself that tests are made on samples taken from the certified product itself that tests are witnessed and signed by a qualified department of the manufacturers. 3) Test Report (TR): A document signed by the manufacturer stating: conformity with rule requirements that tests are carried out on samples from the current production. The applicable chapters and sections of the rules will specify which of the above mentioned documentation will be required.
Guidance note: For guidance regarding spare parts for ships in operation, see Pt.7 Ch.1 Sec.3 C300.
909 Where the rules require Works Certificate (W) or Test Report (TR), the surveyor may at any time require tests to be carried out in his presence and/or check elements of the quality control in operation.
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910 For identification and traceability, certified products are to be stamped in accordance with the marking given in the product certificate and as specified by the applicable chapters of the rules. 911 For certain components and systems as defined in the applicable chapters of the rules, the certification may be based on defined internationally recognised standards and certification schemes that cover the overall quality, safety and environmental standard of the rules. Compliance with the requirements of the standard shall be documented as required by the standard. 912 To ensure an efficient, cost effective and correct certification process, a General Certification Agreement is normally to be established with manufacturers delivering NV certified products. The General Certification Agreement may be part of a Manufacturing Survey Arrangement. The General Certification Agreement is to include information on the procedures for design and production assessment and on transfer of information and experience between the Manufacturer and the Society. A 1000 Manufacturing Survey Arrangement 1001 When the procedures and processes of a building yard's or a manufacturer's quality system meet the quality, safety and environmental standard of the rules, a Manufacturing Survey Arrangement (MSA) may be established with the yard or the manufacturer as an alternative to the verification and production assessment described in the applicable rule chapters. 1002 The agreed MSA is to be described in a document stating the requirements, scope, acceptance criteria, documentation and the roles of the Society and the yard or the manufacturer in connection with the production assessment. 1003 When it is agreed through an MSA that the majority of the required surveys and tests are being completed without the presence of a surveyor, it is conditional upon the manufacturer that he has in operation a quality system certified by an accredited certification body to ISO 9002, or equivalent. 1004 When establishing an MSA, an initial assessment of the manufacturers ability to control product quality and to comply with the scope, requirements and criteria laid down in the MSA shall be performed. The extent and frequency of periodical assessments of the manufacturer shall be included in the MSA. 1005 An MSA is normally given a validity of 4 years. When the MSA is based on a certified quality system, the MSA automatically becomes invalid if the quality system certification is no longer valid. A 1100 Type approval 1101 Type approval is a procedure for design assessment. Type approval can be applied to a: product group of products system. This procedure should normally be used for design assessment of standard designs. 1102 The type approval procedure will normally consist of the following elements: design approval type testing issuance of type approval certificate. The type approval procedure used by the Society is described in Standard for Certification No. 1.2.
1103 For certain products and systems as defined in applicable chapters of the rules, type approval is sufficient for certification of product quality, i.e. production assessment is not required. 1104 For certain products and systems as defined in the applicable chapters of the rules, type approval is a mandatory procedure for design assessment. 1105 For products and systems manufactured for stock, type approval is to be the normal procedure for assessment of design. 1106 For type approved products, where the basis for approval are the rules of the Society, plans and technical descriptions of the product need not be submitted for approval for each ship unless otherwise stated as a condition on the type approval certificate. In such cases only the arrangement or system plans, interface plans and those plans mentioned on the type approval certificate are to be submitted for approval. A 1200 Acceptance of control by National Authorities 1201 In cases where the Administration of a flag state reviews plans, carries out type approval and surveys the ship according to statutory regulations, DNV may accept documentation from the flag Administration as proof of compliance with relevant class rules. Necessary documentation, such as copies of approved plans, reports and other particulars approved by the flag Administration are to be submitted. A 1300 Certificate of interim class 1301 When the surveyor is of the opinion that the requirements corresponding to the class in question have been met, he will document the completion of the building supervision by issuing the certificate of interim class, which is valid until the administration of the Society has confirmed the class and issued the classification certificate. 1302 At the discretion of the surveyor the building supervision may be considered to be completed with some minor items unverified, provided Conditions of Class (see B800) are issued to the effect that the remaining work, surveys or other measures are to be completed within a specified time. At the same time the surveyor will document the completion of the newbuilding supervision by issuing the certificate of interim class as indicated in 1301. 1303 In case of classification of an existing ship not built under the supervision of the Society, or classification of an existing ship previously classed by the Society, the surveyor will issue the certificate of interim class when he is satisfied that the applicable requirements have been met. A 1400 Classification certificate 1401 When the administration of the Society has examined the surveyor's report and is satisfied that the requirements corresponding to the class in question have been met, the class will be assigned and a classification certificate will be issued. Provided the requirements for maintenance of class will be complied with, and unless the class has been withdrawn in writing at an earlier stage, the classification certificate will be valid for 5 years. 1402 Declarations confirming compliance with the rules may upon request be issued for propulsion machinery, main boilers and specific additional class notations, provided the Society's main class has been assigned. A 1500 Appendix to the classification certificate 1501 An Appendix to the classification certificate will be issued stating assumptions for the assignment of class and conditions regarding the use of the vessel which were established or assumed at the time of assignment of class.
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A 1600 Entry in the Register of Vessels classed with DNV 1601 When a ship has been assigned class, its main particulars and details of class will be entered in the Register. In addition to the class notations, an appropriate type descriptive note may be entered in the Register, indicating the type of the ship in greater detail than given in the class notations, and/or providing additional information on the ship's functions, design and construction. This descriptive note is provided for information only and is not to be regarded as part of the ship's class notations. 1602 For ships built under the supervision of the Society, the class is entered with a statement of the year and month from which the periodical surveys will be dated. For other ships a notation is made of the year and month of completion of the survey mentioned in 705. 1603 If the ship is not immediately commissioned upon completion of the building supervision, the ship is subject to a condition survey at the time when she enters service. Provided the result of this survey is in all respects satisfactory, subsequent periodical surveys will date from the time of the condition survey. A 1700 Decline of application for classification 1701 The Society reserves the right to decline an application for classification or reclassification where the prior history or condition of the ship or prior experience with the owner indicates this to be appropriate.
sued by an authorised IACS member and the Cargo Ship Safety Radio Certificate issued by an organisation authorised by the Flag Administration.
Guidance note: In case of dually classed vessels, the Society may accept statutory certification by the 'dual' class society, upon agreement.
B 200 Periodical and renewal surveys 201 A ship shall be subjected to surveys with the frequency and extent given in Pt.7 Ch.2. B 300 Survey of damage 301 If the hull, machinery installations or equipment covered by classification sustain damage of such extent that it may be presumed to lead to a Condition of Class (see 800), the Society is to be informed without delay. The ship is to be surveyed in the first port of call or according to further instructions from the Society. The survey is to be of the extent which the surveyor considers necessary for ascertaining the amount of damage. B 400 Repairs 401 When hull, machinery installations, systems or equipment is covered by classification and is to be subjected to repairs of any significance, then the work shall be carried out by qualified personnel and in compliance with the applicable rules, and with good engineering practices under the supervision of a surveyor.
Guidance note: IACS "Shipbuilding and Repair Quality Standard - Part B" is regarded as an example of a standard concerning hull structures that describe such good engineering practices. Guidelines for hull repairs can be found in Classification Note No. 72.1.
B. Retention of Class
B 100 General 101 In order to retain a ship's class with the Society, the owner is to: submit complete and correct information on the ship and its use, which would be of significance to the Society for its assessment of the condition of the ship in relation to the rules submit complete and correct information on the ownership and management of the ship, addresses and corresponding administrative information pertinent to the relations with the Society submit correct information on the flag registry of the ship subject the ship to prescribed periodical and renewal surveys, surveys of damage, repairs, conversions and alterations subject the ship to unscheduled surveys when deemed necessary by the Society rectify deficiencies and carry out Conditions of Class (see 800) specified by the Society in accordance with the rules within the given time limit pay all fees and expenses due to the Society. The owner has, with his or her managers, charterers and operators, a joint and several liability for any such fees and expenses. If a request for work is made by any other than the owner, that party will, in addition to the owner, be responsible for the payment of the relevant fees. 102 It is the duty of the owner to request surveys from the Society and to provide the assistance and safe access required to the extent necessary for completion of the surveys in accordance with the rules. 103 The statutory certificates shall be issued by the Society when so authorised by the Flag Administration itself. The Society will not accept statutory certificates issued by a third party. The Society may accept the Safety Management Certificate is-
402 If repairs, (e.g. during voyage) stipulated in 401 are to be carried out without the attendance of a surveyor, a repair plan should be approved by the Society in advance. Repairs shall only be carried out to an extent and by methods which at any time do not seriously affect the main functions of the ship and its watertight and structural integrity. 403 In cases where repairs are carried out without attendance of a surveyor, documentation with respect to quality of materials used, and the qualification of personnel having carried out the repairs, are to be available when the surveyor is called for acceptance. B 500 Procedures for maintenance 501 When referring to maintenance procedures in the rules, these are normally meant to be procedures recommended by the supplier of the relevant equipment or systems or to other applicable recognised standards for the equipment or system in question. B 600 Conversions and alterations 601 If hull, machinery installations, equipment or systems covered by classification are to be converted or altered, the changes are to be documented and are to be approved by the Society in advance. 602 Alterations to hull, machinery and equipment made possible by amendments of the applicable rules may be undertaken provided the general safety and performance standard required for retention of class will be maintained. 603 The conversion or the alteration is to take place under the surveyor's supervision in the same manner as for new constructions, see A701. 604 Ships which undergo conversions or alterations are to satisfy the following:
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All ships which undergo repairs, alterations, modifications and outfitting related thereto shall continue to comply with at least the requirements previously applicable to these ships. Such ships if constructed before the date the present rule standard came into force shall, as a rule, comply with the requirements for ships constructed on or after that date to at least the same extent as they did before undergoing such repairs, alterations, modifications or outfitting. Repairs, alterations and modifications of a major character and outfitting related thereto shall meet the requirements for ships constructed on or after the date the present rule standard came into force in so far as the Society deems reasonable and practicable. (SOLAS regulation II-1/1.3) 605 By modifications of a major character is to be understood major conversions defined as a conversion of an existing ship: i) which substantially alters the dimensions or carrying capacity of the ship; or ii) which changes the type of the ship; or iii) the intent of which in the opinion of the Society is substantially to prolong its life. (MARPOL 73/78, Annex I, Regulation 1(8)(a)) 606 Repairs, alterations and modifications are not to impair the safety standard of the ship. See Classification Note No. 8. B 700 Change of ownership 701 A ship retains class when transferred to another owner, with the exception of class notations and survey arrangements based on certification of management of operations, which will be deleted automatically. In the case of such transfer the previous owner is to give the Society a written notice immediately. Until this has been done communication with binding effect will be sent to the previous owner. B 800 Conditions of Class and Memoranda 801 If it is found that the ship's hull, machinery and or equipment have sustained damage, become defective or deficient relative to the applicable requirements, the Society will issue a written statement in the form of a condition. 802 A condition of class (abbreviated CC) will be issued if the condition is related to requirements set by the rules. A CC is subject to specified rectification (e.g. repairs) or operation (e.g. survey) and shall be carried out within a given time limit, in order that the ship retain class. If the defect or deficiency is of a nature that requires immediate rectification, then this will be specifically communicated to the owner or his representative. 803 A condition on behalf of the administration (abbreviated CA) will be issued if the condition is related to statutory surveys where DNV has been authorised. 804 If the Society deems it necessary to carry out examinations in order to ascertain whether damage defect or insufficiency has been sustained or is imminent, a condition (CC or CA) will be issued. 805 A Memorandum to owner (abbreviated MO) is information related to the ship, its machinery and equipment or to rule requirements. An MO will be issued in relation to items that are considered to be of no immediate material significance regarding safety. An MO may supplement information given otherwise, e.g. in the Appendix to the classification certificate (see A1500) or the Register of vessels classed with DNV (see A1601). An MO may, for example, be used in the following cases: exemptions from rule requirements limitations on the use of the ship or its equipment deficient or lack of documentation
defects or deficiencies of no concern to class technical measurements or examinations required suspended voluntary class notations equipment in excess of class requirements taken out of use.
A written MO that is no longer valid will be deleted. 806 A time limit may be given if an action is required by the owner under the MO. If the required action is not carried out within the given time limit, the MO will be replaced by a CC. 807 Conditions and memoranda are given in writing to the owners. Conditions may be made verbally, provided that the representative of the owner(s) accepts the condition and the surveyor ensures that the condition has been rectified before the survey has been completed. 808 The Society may at any time alter a condition, memorandum or information if this is considered appropriate. B 900 Survey reports and survey status 901 The surveyor will prepare and submit to the owner reports on all surveys which have been carried out. 902 The Society will make available survey and certificate status reports, to owners, via the DNV Internet website. It is the owners responsibility to obtain this information from the DNV Internet website. Survey and certificate status reports, on paper, will be distributed by special request, only. B 1000 Rules for newbuildings applicable for ships in operation 1001 Previous and current chapters of rules for newbuildings, Pt.2 to Pt.6, are applicable to ships in operation as follows: Ships for which the initial newbuilding survey has been carried out by DNV or another recognised classification society Chapters in force at the date of the signing of the newbuilding class request for the ship in question, see also Sec.1 B301. Other ships Chapters in force at the date of entry into class of the ship in question, see also Sec.1 B303. In special cases, amendments to the current newbuilding requirements may be made mandatory to ships in operation. If so, this will be especially stated. Irrespective of these general regulations, requirements adopted from the International Maritime Standards need not exceed those in force at the time of building of the ship, including later retroactive amendments. 1002 When applying the relevant chapters mentioned in 1001 to ships in operation, some reduction in the requirements may be accepted for normal wear, tear and corrosion. 1003 For hull items, such reductions or corrosion allowances may be established at the time of the renewal survey, according to Classification Note No. 72.1. 1004 When components are renewed, such components should in general be delivered with documentation as per valid rules at the time of newbuilding. However, if present rules are less stringent, they may replace the old rules. This applies to both design approval and survey of such components.
C. Suspension and Withdrawal of Class

C 100 General 101 The Society may suspend or withdraw a ship's class in
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cases where the assumptions as the basis for classification, or the provisions for retention of class, have been violated. 102 The decision to suspend or withdraw a ship's main and, if applicable, mandatory class notations is made by the administration of the Society. However, in cases of automatic suspension, see 201 and 202, no individual decision is made. Suspension or withdrawal of class may take effect immediately or after a specified period of time. 103 If the owner's default only affects conditions related to non-mandatory class notations, the suspension or withdrawal may be limited to these class notations only. Such suspension or withdrawal may be made by the surveyor in connection with certificate endorsement. 104 When it is considered that an owners failure to comply with the rule requirements is sufficiently serious or fraudulent the suspension or withdrawal of class may, at the discretion of the Society, be extended to include other ships controlled by the same owner. C 200 Suspension of class 201 If the renewal surveys for hull, machinery installations and equipment related to main and mandatory class notations, as defined in Sec.2 B, are not completed before the expiry date of the classification certificate, and if no postponement has been granted as given in Pt.7 Ch.1 Sec.2 B700, the class will be automatically suspended with immediate effect (see also 302), unless the surveys are under completion. 202 If the annual or intermediate surveys are not completed within 3 months from the anniversary date of the classification certificate the class is automatically suspended with immediate effect, unless the surveys are under completion. 203 The Society may further decide to suspend a ship' s class if the ship is not submitted to the required periodical surveys also when this is due to force majeure cases, e.g. a major casualty. 204 In addition to the conditions laid down in 201, 202 and 203, a ship's class or additional class notations may also be suspended with immediate effect by the administration of the Society in cases where repair of deficiencies are not carried out to the surveyor's satisfaction or otherwise dealt with in an appropriate manner within the time limits given by the surveyor. 205 Where a suspension of class has come into effect the Society will: notify the owner in writing notify the proper authorities in the country where the ship is registered make an entry to this effect in the "Register of vessels classed with DNV". C 300 Withdrawal of class 301 The class will be withdrawn at the owner's request. 302 If the outstanding surveys specified in 201, 202 and 203 or required repairs as given in 204 are not carried out within a specified time after the class suspension, the Society may decide to withdraw the ship's class. 303 When any ship proceeds to sea without having rectified
a condition of class which was required to be dealt with before leaving port, the class will be withdrawn with immediate effect. 304 If the outstanding debt owed to the Society is not paid within a fixed date, the Society may withdraw the ship's class with one month's written notice. This also applies when the obligation to pay rests with a yard or with the ship's previous owners. In special cases a shorter notice may be given. 305 If the owner makes a general assignment for the benefit of his creditors or if any proceedings are commenced in court or any order or judgement is given by any court for a liquidation, winding up of the owner, the Society may withdraw the class with immediate effect. 306 Where a withdrawal of class has come into effect the Society will: notify the owner in writing notify the proper authorities in the country where the ship is registered make an entry to this effect in the "Register of vessels classed with DNV". C 400 Reclassification 401 If the outstanding surveys leading to class suspension as given in 201, 202 and 203 or required repairs as given in 204 are carried out within a specified time, and the result of this survey is such that no condition of class is given and furthermore that there is no overdue periodical surveys or conditions of class at that time, the class will be reinstated and the existing classification certificate retains its validity. 402 In all other cases than that given in 401, and if the circumstances leading to withdrawal of class no longer exist, a ship's class may only be reinstated based upon a written request from the owner. The survey extent will in such instances be dependent upon the ship's classification status at the time of withdrawal. 403 When the surveyor is satisfied that the applicable requirements given in 402 have been met, he will issue a certificate of interim class which will remain valid until the administration of the Society has confirmed the class and issued the classification certificate. 404 When the class is reinstated, the Society will confirm the reinstatement in writing to the owners and to the Authorities in the country where the ship is registered and make the information available to any third party upon request.
D. Appeals
D 100 Decisions taken by the Society 101 The client may request that a decision by the Society is to be taken up for reconsideration by one or more surveyors specially appointed by the Society. The expenses incurred are to be paid by the party making the appeal, however, if the earlier decision is revoked, the expenses will be covered by the Society.
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SECTION 4 LEGAL PROVISIONS

A. Liability and Jurisdiction
A 100 Limited liability 101 If any person suffers loss or damage which is proved to have been caused by any negligent act or omission of Det Norske Veritas, then Det Norske Veritas shall pay compensation to such person for his proved direct loss or damage. However, the compensation shall not exceed an amount equal to ten times the fee charged for the service in question, provided that the maximum compensation shall never exceed USD 2 million. In this provision "Det Norske Veritas" shall mean the Foundation Det Norske Veritas as well as all its subsidiaries, directors, officers, employees, agents and any other acting on behalf of Det Norske Veritas. A 200 Governing law
201 These Rules, the classification of the ship or unit and the relationship between the Society and other parties shall be governed by Norwegian law. A 300 Venue
301 Any dispute arising in relation to or as a consequence of these Rules shall only be resolved by the courts of Norway, the Municipal Court of Oslo being the proper venue.
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RULES FOR CLASSIFICATION OF

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CHANGES IN THE RULES

Main changes coming into force 1 July 2005

Corrections and Clarifications

Amended, see Pt.0 Ch.1 Sec.3, July 2005

Rules for Ships, January 2005 Pt.1 Ch.1 Contents Page 3

B. The Classification Concept...................................................5

SEC. 2 SCOPE OF RULES AND CLASS NOTATIONS........................................... 8

B. Class Notations ......................................................................9

C. Suspension and Withdrawal of Class ............................... 19

SEC. 4 LEGAL PROVISIONS...................................... 21

SEC. 3 CLASSIFICATION PROCEDURE ................. 15

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Rules for Ships, January 2005 Pt.1 Ch.1 Contents Page 4

Amended, see Pt.0 Ch.1 Sec.3, July 2005

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Amended, see Pt.0 Ch.1 Sec.3, July 2005

Rules for Ships, January 2005 Pt.1 Ch.1 Sec.1 Page 5

SECTION 1 CLASSIFICATION PRINCIPLES

B. The Classification Concept

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Rules for Ships, January 2005 Pt.1 Ch.1 Sec.1 Page 6

Amended, see Pt.0 Ch.1 Sec.3, July 2005

Port State Authority

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Amended, see Pt.0 Ch.1 Sec.3, July 2005

Rules for Ships, January 2005 Pt.1 Ch.1 Sec.1 Page 7

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Rules for Ships, January 2005 Pt.1 Ch.1 Sec.2 Page 8

Amended, see Pt.0 Ch.1 Sec.3, July 2005

SECTION 2 SCOPE OF RULES AND CLASS NOTATIONS

301 The rules give requirements in the following areas:

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Amended, see Pt.0 Ch.1 Sec.3, July 2005

Rules for Ships, January 2005 Pt.1 Ch.1 Sec.2 Page 9

Construction symbol Main character of class Service area notation

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Rules for Ships, January 2005 Pt.1 Ch.1 Sec.2 Page 10

Amended, see Pt.0 Ch.1 Sec.3, July 2005

The detailed specifications of these ship types are given in Pt.5.

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Amended, see Pt.0 Ch.1 Sec.3, July 2005

Rules for Ships, January 2005 Pt.1 Ch.1 Sec.2 Page 11

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Rules for Ships, January 2005 Pt.1 Ch.1 Sec.2 Page 12

Amended, see Pt.0 Ch.1 Sec.3, July 2005

F-AM F-AC F-MC F-AMC

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Amended, see Pt.0 Ch.1 Sec.3, July 2005

Rules for Ships, January 2005 Pt.1 Ch.1 Sec.2 Page 13

Additional class: Special features notations

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Rules for Ships, January 2005 Pt.1 Ch.1 Sec.2 Page 14

Amended, see Pt.0 Ch.1 Sec.3, July 2005

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Amended, see Pt.0 Ch.1 Sec.3, July 2005

Rules for Ships, January 2005 Pt.1 Ch.1 Sec.3 Page 15

SECTION 3 CLASSIFICATION PROCEDURE

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Rules for Ships, January 2005 Pt.1 Ch.1 Sec.3 Page 16

Amended, see Pt.0 Ch.1 Sec.3, July 2005

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