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This Technical Information became null and void on 3 Sep 2013.
Periodic servicing and maintenance of lifeboats, launching appliances and on-load release gear on cargo ships flying Bahamas Flag
Instructions from the several flag states regarding periodic servicing and maintenance of lifeboats, launching appliances and on-load release gear were informed by ClassNK Technical Information No. TEC-0693 dated 12 April 2007, TEC-0721 dated 26 December 2007 and TEC-0784 dated 10 September 2009. The Bahamas Maritime Authority has informed ClassNK of new instruction on this matter as follows: [Point of Instruction] - The Company* is responsible for assessing and selecting a suitable competent person, and appropriate procedures relating to this activity must be established within the Safety Management System. - The Company* should ensure that documentary evidence is available to third parties, to confirm that the competent person carrying out the serviThis Technical Information became null and void on 3 Sep 2013.
Periodic servicing and maintenance of lifeboats, launching appliances and on-load release gear on cargo ships flying Marshal Islands Flag
Instructions from the several flag states regarding periodic servicing and maintenance of lifeboats, launching appliances and on-load release gear were informed by ClassNK Technical Information No. TEC-0693 dated 12 April 2007, No. TEC-0721 dated 26 December 2007 and No. TEC-0784 dated 10 September 2009. Marshal Islands have informed ClassNK of new instruction on this matter as follows: [Instruction of Marshal Islands] The periodic servicing and maintenance of lifeboats, launching appliances and on-load release gear are to be conducted by the manufacturer's representative or a person appropriately trained and certified by the manufacturer for the work to be done. In cases where manufacturer certified facilities are not available, a non-manufacturer cerOther means of embarkation for remotely located survival crafts flying Panama Flag / Rev. 1
With regard to the embarkation arrangement for remotely located survival craft for the Panamanian flagged ships, Technical Information No. TEC-0747 (Merchant Marine Circular No.166) dated 22 September 2008 has been issued Due to additional instructions from the Government for the Circular No. 166, the Technical Information has been revised as follows. The said No. TEC-0747 is revoked, accordingly. 1. The area where the remotely located survival craft, required by regulation 31.1.4 of SOLAS III, are stowed should be provided with embarkation ladder or other means of embarkation enabling descent to the water in a controlled manner in accordance with 11.7 of SOLAS III according to the interpretation circulated in IMO circular MSC.1/Circ. 1243. Regarding thThis Technical Information became null and void on 5 Nov 2018.
Air pressure test of immersion suit on board Liberian Flagged Vessels
Instructions from the several flag states on the implementation regarding air pressure test of immersion suit and anti-exposure suit seams and closures were informed by ClassNK Technical Information No. TEC-0756 dated 9 December 2008. The Liberian Government has notified ClassNK of the additional information concerning air pressure test of immersion suit on board Liberian Flagged Vessels as per attached. According to the information, the air pressure test may be carried out by ship's crew on board the ship subject to several conditions that are required by the Liberian Government. For any questions about the above, please contact: NIPPON KAJI KYOKAI (ClassNK) Survey Department, Administration Center, Head Office Address: 4-7 Kioi-cho, ChiyodaRemotely located survival craft (SOLAS Chapter III/31.1.4) - U.K. registered ships
The U.K. Government (Maritime and Coastguard Agency) has noticed ClassNK of the special requirements for remotely located survival craft (SOLAS Chapter III/31.1.4) which was adopted by MSC.1/Circ.1243 onboard the U.K. registered ships. Following requirements are to be applied to all cargo ships regardless of date of construction. And the compliance with these requirements is verified at the first periodical Cargo Ship Safety Equipment Survey after 19 February 2010 in respect of the Cargo Ship Safety Equipment Certificate. 1. Liferafts, if located at the aft/forward end of the ship and at a distance of more than 100 m from the closest survival craft, as required by SOLAS regulation III/31.1.4, should be regarded as "remotely located survival craft" withRemotely located survival craft(III/31.1.4) - Australian registered ships
The Australian Government (AMSA) has noticed ClassNK of the special requirements for remotely located survival craft(III/31.1.4) which was adopted by MSC.1/Circ.1243 onboard the Australian registered ships (Marine Orders Part 25, Issue 7). Following requirements are to be applied to all ships regardless of date of construction. And the compliance with these requirements to be verified at the first safety equipment survey after 10 February 2010 in respect of the Cargo Ship Safety Equipment Certificate. 1. If a liferaft is provided in accordance with Regulation 31.1.4 of Chapter III, the liferaft is regarded as a "remotely located survival craft" with regard to SOLAS regulation III/7.2.1.2. 2. The area where these remotely located survival craft is stowedSpecial requirements for Life-saving appliances and Equipment onboard Marshall Islands flagged vessels- The guidance for the survey matters -
Regarding "Special requirements for Life-saving appliances and Equipment onboard Marshall Islands flagged vessels" informed by ClassNK Technical Information No. TEC-0796 dated on 28 December 2009, the guidance for the survey matters is informed as follows. Following requirements are to be applied to all ships regardless of date of construction. And the compliance with this regulation is confirmed at the next SE survey after 1 February 2010 in respect of the Cargo Ship Safety Equipment Certificate. 1. Embarkation arrangement for remotely located survival craft(III/31.1.4)(4.2 / Marine Notice 2-011-5 Rev.9/09) (1) A knotted rope is not acceptable as "other means of embarkation". (2) A Jacob ladder which has aluminum steps may be considered as an acceptabThis Technical Information became null and void on 11 Sep 2019.
Special requirements for Life-saving appliances and Equipment onboard Marshall Islands flagged vessels
The Marshall Islands Government has noticed ClassNK of the special requirements for Life-saving appliances and Equipment onboard Marshall Islands flagged vessels (Marine Notice No.2-011-5 Rev. 9/09). As it is very urgent notice, the notice is attached on this information. Revisions to this Notice are written in italics. Guidance for the survey matters of the notice will be informed by ClassNK Technical Information at a later date. The followings are the principal revisions for your attention. 1. (Para. 4.2) Embarkation arrangement for remotely located survival craft (A knotted rope is not acceptable as "other means of embarkation".) 2. (Para. 7.2) Falls used in launching Life-saving appliances (Wire-rope grips are not acceptable.) 3. (Para. 9.5) AExtension of statutory certificates and the period of servicing of liferafts for Panamanian flagged ships
The Government of Panama notified the following instruction regarding extension of statutory certificates and the period of servicing of liferafts for Panama flagged ships. For the details of the instruction, please refer to the letter from the Government of Panama (JLO/11/09/001) as attached. ClassNK had been authorized to extend Cargo Ship Safety Equipment (SE) Certificates, Cargo Ship Safety Radio (SR) Certificates and the period of servicing of liferafts for Panama flagged ships without a consultation with the Government. However, the Government of Panama advised that a previous approval for extension is required from the Government on case by case basis. For any questions about the above, please contact: NIPPON KAIJI KYOKAI (ClassNK) SurveyThis Technical Information became null and void on 26 Aug 2014.
Installation of immersion suits on board Danish flagged vessels
The Denmark Government have notified of carriage of immersion suits for that flagged ships as follows. And, the following supersedes ClassNK Technical Information No.TEC-0714 "Installation of immersion suits on board Danish flagged vessels" issued on 1 November 2007. 1. (1) Immersion suits on board Danish flagged vessels are to be of a type in accordance with the LSA Code Regulation 2.3.2.2 that ensures a thermal protection for 6 hours. (2) Immersion suits are to be located as specified in SOLAS, Chapter III, Regulation 32.3. 2. Immersion suits are not to be stowed at the crew's cabins, but close to the muster station and preferably together with the lifejackets. 3. The number of additional immersion suits carried at remotely located watch stationsThis Technical Information became null and void on 3 Sep 2013.
Revision of the instructions from the flag states on the implementation of MSC.1/Circ.1206 regarding periodic servicing and maintenance of lifeboats, launching appliances and on-load release gear
Instructions from the several flag states on the implementation of MSC.1/Circ.1206 regarding periodic servicing and maintenance of lifeboats, launching appliances and on-load release gear were informed by ClassNK Technical Information No. TEC-0693 dated 12 April 2007 and TEC-0721 dated 26 December 2007. As Denmark and Tonga have informed ClassNK of new instructions, ClassNK update the information of the said instructions on this matter. Please replace the attachment of the ClassNK Technical Information No. TEC-0693 dated 12 April 2007 "Instructions from the flag states on the implementation of MSC.1/Circ.1206" with the attached "Instructions from the flag states on the implementation of MSC.1/Circ.1206 (2009.09)". For any questions about the aboveApplication of Council Directive 96/98/EC on marine equipment as amended by Commission Directive 2008/67/EC, to Cyprus flagged vessels
The Cyprus Government enacts their national legislation including Council Directive 96/98/EC on marine equipment as amended by Commission Directive 2008/67/EC. Therefore the Cyprus Government has notified of instruction for the Directive as follows. The provisions of Commission Directive 2008/67/EC come into force on the 21st of July 2009. For the Cyprus vessels, the newly installed equipment which are listed in Annex A of the Directive should comply with the requirements of the Directive. Annex A of the Directive is available on the European Union website at http://europa.eu.int/eur-lex/. For any questions about the above, please contact: NIPPON KAIJI KYOKAI (ClassNK) Material and Equipment Department, Administration Center, Head Office AdEmbarkation arrangement for remotely located survival craft flying Cyprus Flag
The Cyprus Government has notified of embarkation arrangement for remotely located survival craft for that flagged ships as follows. The area where the remotely located survival craft, required by regulation 31.1.4 of SOLAS Chapter III, is stowed should be provided with an embarkation ladder or other means of embarkation enabling descent to the water in a controlled manner in accordance with regulation 11.7/Chapter III of SOLAS 74 according to the interpretation contained in IMO circular MSC.1/Circ. 1243. In this regard, please be advised that the interpretation for this requirement is as follows: 1. An embarkation ladder: means an embarkation ladder complying with Section 6.1.6 of the International Life-Saving Appliance (LSA) Code. 2. Other meaThe maintenance of falls used in launching appliances for Singapore flagged vessels
The requirement for the maintenance of falls used in launching appliances for Singapore flagged vessels has been notified by IMO SLS.14/Circular.335 as per attached. Abstract: Although the renewal interval of boat falls is to be not more than 5 years in accordance with SOLAS Reg.III/20.4 (Refer to ClassNK Technical Information No.TEC-0740), the interval may be extended to not more than 10 years subject to annual thorough inspection. We have confirmed that "Marine grade stainless steel" is Type 316 Stainless Steel Alloy. For any questions about the above, please contact: NIPPON KAIJI KYOKAI (ClassNK) Material and Equipment Department, Administration Center, Head Office Address: 4-7 Kioi-cho, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo 102-8567, Japan Tel.: +81-3-5This Technical Information became null and void on 3 Sep 2013.
Application of the service suppliers for examination of lifeboats, their on-load release gears and launching appliances of Panamanian flag ships
As informed by ClassNK Technical Information No.TEC-0693 dated 12 April 2007 and No.TEC-0721 dated 26 December 2007, in case where the manufacturer-certified service suppliers are not available for the Annual Through Examination of the lifeboats, their on-load release gears and launching appliances for Panamanian flag ships, an individual authorization from Panama Maritime Authority (PMA) is required in a case by case basis to carry out the above examinations by the service suppliers who are not certified by the manufacturers. Recently, PMA has instructed ClassNK to use the attached application form (Application For Service Station Approval (Form Code: F-SEG-01-06-01)) to apply the above authorization. Please complete the form and send it to ClassNK orThis Technical Information became null and void on 5 Nov 2018.
Carriage of immersion suits for the additional liferaft on cargo ships flying Singapore Flag
The Singapore Government has notified of the requirements of carriage of immersion suits for the stored position of the additional liferaft required by SOLAS Reg.III/31.1.4 mentioned in SOLAS Reg.III/32.3.3 by Res.MSC216(82) for that flagged ships. In response, ClassNK Technical Information No.TEC-0667 Paragraph 2 item (6) & (8) "the requirement of additional immersion suits for Singapore flag" issued on 6 July 2006 has been modified as follows. (6) At least two sets of immersion suits are to be provided for the stored position of the additional liferaft required by SOLAS Reg.III/31.1.4. (8) If the forecastle deck store is a work station where crew members are working in the store, sufficient immersion suits are required to be provided for these crewPerformance standard for navigation lights, navigation light controllers and associated equipment - Singapore flagged vessels
The Singapore Government has noticed ClassNK of the special requirements adopted by MSC253(83) for navigation lights, navigation light controllers and associated equipment, adopted by MSC253(83), onboard the Singapore flagged vessels (Surveys Circular No.6/2008). The Director of Marine has decided to make the performance standards for navigation lights, navigation light controllers and associated equipment set out in the Annex of Resolution MSC.253(83) mandatory for ships the keels of which are laid on or after 1 January 2009. As it is very urgent notice, the Surveys Circular concerned is attached on this information. For any questions about the above, please contact: NIPPON KAIJI KYOKAI (ClassNK) Material & Equipment Department, AdminisThis Technical Information became null and void on 5 Nov 2018.
Air pressure test of immersion suit and anti-exposure suit seams and closures, and special requirements of Administrations for the test
The Maritime Safety Committee of IMO at its seventy-eighth session (May 2004), approved the MSC/Circ.1114 “Guidelines for periodic testing of immersion suit and anti-exposure suit seams and closures”. The Guidelines are attached for your easy reference. These Guidelines recommend that the immersion suit and anti-exposure suit be subjected to the air pressure test such at intervals not exceeding three years, or more frequently for suits over ten years of age at a suitable shore-based facility equipped to make any necessary repairs in accordance with the manufacturer's recommendations. However, the air pressure test may be carried out on board ship if suitable equipment is available. Unless otherwise instructed by the Administrations, the inteThis Technical Information became null and void on 5 Nov 2018.
Carriage of immersion suits on cargo ships flying Marshal Islands Flag
The Marshal Islands Government has notified of carriage of immersion suits for that flagged ships by Marine Notice No.2-011-5 Rev. 10/08 as follows. And, the following supersedes ClassNK Technical Information No.TEC-0673, Paragraph 4. "Marshal Islands flag" issued on 6 October 2006. 1. A normal work location is a location where a crew member regularly carries out normal work functions. Examples include but are not limited to: control rooms, machine shops, galleys, offices, and remote lookout positions. These locations would be considered remote if the individual could not reasonably retrieve their assigned immersion suit in the event of an emergency. 2. Vessels other than bulk carriers, as defined in SOLAS Chapter IX Reg.1, which are constantly engageEmbarkation arrangement for remotely located survival craft flying Maltese Flag
The Maltese Government have notified of embarkation arrangement for remotely located survival craft for that flagged ships as follows. The area where the remotely located survival craft, required by regulation 31.1.4 of SOLAS III, is stowed should be provided with requirements as follows in accordance with the interpretation circulated in IMO circular MSC.1/Circ. 1243. Following requirements should be applied to all ships regardless of date of construction. And the compliance with this regulation is confirmed at the next annual survey after 1 November 2008 in respect of the Cargo Ship Safety Equipment Certificate. 1. An embarkation ladder complying with Section 6.1.6 of the LSA Code. 2. A Jacob's ladder or aluminium ladder complying with Section 6Carriage of immersion suits for the additional liferaft on cargo ships flying Bahamas Flag
The Bahamas Government has notified of carriage of immersion suits for the stored position of the additional life raft required by SOLAS Reg.III/31.1.4 mentioned in SOLAS Reg.III/32.3.3 by Res.MSC216(82) for that flagged ships by BMA Information Bulletin No.76 issued on 9 July 2008. Regarding this, the interpretation are as follows. At least 2 sets of immersion suits are to be provided for the stored position of the additional liferaft*Note2) required by SOLAS Reg.III/31.1.4, in case if that position is regarded as the remotely located work and watch stations*Note1). Above requirements should be applied to all cargo ships regardless of date of construction. And the compliance with this regulation is confirmed at the next annual survey after 15 OctUI SC213(Rev.1) for non-Japanese flag ships "A knotted rope is not acceptable for this Rev.1"
UI SC213 (Rev.1) has been established as an interpretation of SOLAS Reg.III/31.1.4, III/7.2.1.2, III/11.4, III/11.7 and III/16.7. And, a part of ClassNK Technical Information No.TEC-0684, "UI SC213 for non-Japanese flag ships" issued on 7 December 2006 has been modified for use of knotted rope. Rev.1 of this UI is implemented for ships contracted for construction on or after 1 July 2008. This UI interprets liferafts required by SOLAS Reg.III/31.1.4 shall be regarded as "remotely located survival craft" with regard to SOLAS Reg.III/7.2.1.2. And it says the area where these remotely located survival crafts are stowed shall be provided with: 1. a minimum number of 2 lifejackets and 2 immersion suits; 2. adequate means of illumination, either fixed orAmendments to requirements for "Operational readiness, maintenance and inspection" of life-saving appliances in Reg.III/20 of SOLAS
As informed by ClassNK Technical Information No.TEC-0698 dated 23 May 2007, the requirements for "Life-saving Appliances and Arrangements" in Chapter III of SOLAS will be partly amended with the effective date of 1 July 2008. This technical information provides the following outlines of the amendments to the requirements for "Operational readiness, maintenance and inspection" in Reg.III/20 of SOLAS: 1. According to the amendment of Reg. III/20.4 (Maintenance of falls) , the requirement to turn end for end of the falls used in launching at the interval not more than 30 months which is required in case the falls is renewed at intervals of not more than 5 years is deleted. 2. The present Reg.III/20.11 (Periodic servicing of launching appliances and on-lEmbarkation arrangement for the remotely located survival craft on Singapore flagged ships
The Singapore Government have notified of embarkation arrangement for the remotely located survival craft for that flagged ships as follows. The area where the remotely located survival craft, required by regulation 31.1.4 of SOLAS III, are stowed should be provided with embarkation ladder or other means of embarkation enabling descent to the water in a controlled manner as follows in accordance with the interpretation circulated in IMO circular MSC.1/Circ. 1243 dated 29 October 2007. Following requirements should be applied to all ships regardless of date of construction. And the compliance with this regulation is confirmed at the next annual survey from the date that this Technical Information is issued in respect of the Cargo Ship Safety Equipment CerThis Technical Information became null and void on 15 Sep 2015.
Medical Oxygen Cylinders onboard Isle of Man flagged vessels
The Isle of Man Government has noticed ClassNK of the special requirements for carriage of Medical Oxygen Cylinders onboard the Isle of Man flagged vessels (Industry Circular No.11). For carriage of medical oxygen cylinders required by MFAG regarding IMDG Code/IBC Code/IGC Code, see Industry Circular No.11 (Revised February 2007) and the following items. 1. Where the required amount (40L) of medical oxygen are provided in a number of smaller capacity (e.g. 4 cylinders of approximately 10L each, or equivalent), one of the cylinders is to be stored in the hospital ready for immediate use. The other remaining cylinders are to be securely stored in a suitable space outside the accommodation, where the cylinders will be protected from deterioration and whereApplication for Service Extensions or Dispensations of life-savings/fire-fighting appliances and Extension of Statutory Certificates for Marshall Islands Flag Ships
The Government of the Marshall Islands has notified the procedures of the Service Extensions/Dispensations and Extension of Certificates for the ships flying Marshall Islands flag as below. 1. Service Extensions or Dispensations of life-savings/fire-fighting appliances As instructed by the Marine Notice No.2-011-26 as attached, Application Procedure for Service Extensions/Dispensations of certain equipment or life-savings/fire-fighting appliances for the ships flying Marshall Islands flag has been notified. In case where the ship owner, ship manager or ship master requests any Service Extensions or Dispensations of them with a legitimate grounds, please contact the Administration directly using Form TEC-02 in Marine Notice No.2-011-26. 2. Extension oThis Technical Information became null and void on 11 Sep 2019.
Immersion suits for the additional life raft
The stored position of the additional life raft required by SOLAS Reg.III/31.1.4 has been included in the "work stations" mentioned in SOLAS Reg.III/32.3.3 by Res.MSC216(82). Then additional immersion suits are required for that life raft by this amendment. ClassNK Technical Information No.TEC-0691 and TEC-0698 are referred to the details. Please be noticed the handling of ClassNK for this amendment as follows. This handling is valid ONLY if each Government or Administration does not notice their instructions. Number of the immersion suits is at least 2 sets according to IACS UI SC213. And compliance with this regulation is confirmed at the first periodical safety equipment survey (Initial, Annual and Renewal) on or after 1 July 2008. The instructions ofThis Technical Information became null and void on 3 Sep 2013.
Revision of the instructions from the flag states on the implementation of MSC.1/Circ.1206 regarding periodic servicing and maintenance of lifeboats, launching appliances and on-load release gear
Instructions from the several flag states on the implementation of MSC.1/Circ.1206 regarding periodic servicing and maintenance of lifeboats, launching appliances and on-load release gear were informed by ClassNK Technical Information No. TEC-0693 dated 12 April 2007. As Malta, Vanuatu and Vietnam have informed us of new/revised instructions, we update the information of said instructions on this matter. Please replace the attachment of the ClassNK Technical Information No. TEC-0693 dated 12 April 2007 "Instructions from the flag states on the implementation of MSC.1/Circ.1206" with the attached "Instructions from the flag states on the implementation of MSC.1/Circ.1206 (2007.11)". For any questions about the above, please contact: NIPPON KAJIThis Technical Information became null and void on 5 Nov 2018.
Carriage of immersion suits on cargo ships flying Liberia Flag
The Liberian Government has notified of carriage of immersion suits for that flagged ships by Bureau of Maritime Affairs MARINE OPERATIONS NOTE: New 8/2006 as follows. And, the following supersedes ClassNK Technical Information TEC-0643, Paragraph 3 "carriage of immersion suits for Liberian flag" issued on 16 November 2005. 1. Warm Climates: The Liberian government has revised its definition of warm climate for purposes of SOLAS Regulations III/7.3, 22.4.1.2, III/32.3.2.3 and III/32.3.3.3, as being that between 30°North and 30°South latitudes. 2. Definition of remote locations: Due to different ship designs and configurations, the Liberia government allows some flexibility in determining the number of immersion suits required for "remote locations". TLifeboat Air Support Systems for Liberian Flag Ships
The Liberian Government has notified the following instructions regarding the maintenance of lifeboat air support systems by Marine Notice SAF-001(Rev.04/05): 1. Periodic Inspections In accordance with the manufacturer's instructions and guidelines the air support system shall be subject to periodic inspection carried out by the vessel's crew on a monthly basis as required by SOLAS 2004 Edition, as amended, Regulation 20.7. 2. Annual Examinations All lifeboat air support systems and bottles shall be examined at least annually by the attending class society surveyor as part of the annual statutory survey for the Safety Equipment Certificate or MODU Code certificate. 3. Recharging If the air pressure in the bottles should fall below ten percent (Summary of SOLAS Chapter III and LSA Code amendments adopted by Marine Safety Committee (MSC) at the 81st and 82nd session
Marine Safety Committee (MSC) has amended SOLAS Chapter III by Res.MSC201(81) and Res.MSC216(82) and done LSA Code by Res.MSC207(81) and MSC218(82) at the 81st and 82nd session. Principal revised points are mentioned as follows. Please refer to the attachment (amended parts are underlined) and ClassNK Technical Information TEC-0691 for further information. 1. Principal revised points by Res.MSC.201(81): (1) Number of infant lifejackets for passenger ships on voyages less than 24 hours has been specified. (2) If adult lifejackets are not designed to fit person weighting up to 140kg and with a chest girth of up to 1,750 mm, accessories to secured to such persons have been required. This resolution will enter into force on 1st July 2010. 2. Principal rServicing Intervals of Life-saving Appliances on board the Bahamas flagged vessels
The Bahamas Maritime Authority has notified ClassNK of the instruction regarding servicing intervals of life-saving appliances on board the Bahamas flagged vessels by BMA INFORMATION BULLETIN No.98. According to Chapter III of SOLAS, inflatable liferafts, inflatable lifejackets, marine evacuation systems, inflated rescue boats and hydrostatic release units shall be serviced at intervals not exceeding 12 months. If the vessel trades to ports where there are no approved service stations, however, servicing intervals may be extended up to 17 months. In case where the life-saving appliances are serviced in line with the window (within 3 months before or after each anniversary) of the relevant annual or periodical SE surveys for HSSC vessels in accordance wThis Technical Information became null and void on 15 Nov 2016.
Application for Extension of the service period of Inflatable Liferaft and/or Fire Fighting Equipment for Panama Flag Ships (Responsible person and e-mail address changed.)
Procedure of application for extension of the period of the periodical servicing of inflatable liferaft and/or fire fighting equipment was advised by ClassNK Technical Information No.TEC-0646 dated 27 December 2005. However, the responsible person has been changed as follows. Prior to contact for such extension, please confirm the responsible person at website of the Panama Maritime Authority (http://www.segumar.com/). This ClassNK Technical Information supersedes the previous ClassNK Technical Information No.TEC-0646. 1. Application including the following information (1) Name of Ship (2) Call Sign (3) IMO No. (4) Name of Class Society which is issuing SE Certificate and Fax No. (5) Name of Owner and Fax No. (6) Equipment Manufacturer (7) Number anRegarding the release gear mechanism, type SRS-37 which is equipped on lifeboats manufactured by Shigi Shipbuilding Co., Ltd.
On 22 May 2006, while at anchor in the Bay of Sept Iles, Canada, lifeboat drill was carried out on board the bulk carrier. During the recovery of lifeboat, the lifeboat fell in the accident. At present, Transportation Safety Board of Canada (TSB) are investigating the lifeboat accident and has released a Marine Safety Advisory letter concerning the release gear mechanism, type SRS-37. Moreover the manufacturer of the lifeboat, Shigi Shipbuilding Co., Ltd. published the safety guidance for the release gear mechanism as attached. Object types of lifeboats manufactured by Shigi Shipbuilding Co., Ltd. are as follows. And a part of following lifeboats manufactured from 2000 to 2004 are equipped with the release gear mechanism, type SRS-37. Type of lifeboatsThis Technical Information became null and void on 3 Sep 2013.
Instructions from the flag states on the implementation of MSC.1/Circ.1206 regarding periodic servicing and maintenance of lifeboats, launching appliances and on-load release gear
As informed by ClassNK Technical Information No. TEC-0691 dated 22 February 2007, at the eighty-second session of the Maritime Safety Committee (MSC 82) held on 29 November - 8 December 2006, the issue on the MSC.1/Circ.1206 concerning "Measures to prevent accidents with lifeboats" was discussed and after a thorough discussion, the Committee agreed to keep the circular non-mandatory at this stage. It should be noted that although the MSC.1/Circ.1206 is agreed to be kept non-mandatory, the requirements of the annual thorough examination for the launching appliances and the on-load releasing gear specified in Reg.III/20.11 are still to be complied and the implementations of MSC.1/Circ.1206 depends on its associated instructions from each flag state, for theThis Technical Information became null and void on 5 Nov 2018.
Exemption from installation of immersion suits on cargo ships flying Malaysian Flag
For Malaysian ships other than bulk carriers, which are constantly engaged on voyages in warm climates between Latitude 30 degrees North and 30 degrees South may be exempted from the installation of immersion suits according to 32.3.2 Chapter III SOLAS. Malaysian Government authorizes ClassNK to issue an exemption certificate from that regulation. For the issuance of this Exemption Certificate, an application for immersion suits exemption is requested to submit to the nearest ClassNK Office if the exemption is applied. For any questions about the above, please contact: NIPPON KAIJI KYOKAI (ClassNK) Material and Equipment Department, Administration Center, Head Office Address: 4-7 Kioi-cho, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo 102-8567, Japan Tel.: +81-3-5226-2020IACS UI SC213 for non-Japanese flag ships
IACS UI SC213 has been established as an interpretation of SOLAS Reg.III/31.1.4, III/7.2.1.2, III/11.4, III/11.7 and III/16.7 on August 2006. This UI is implemented for ships contracted for construction on or after 1 January 2007. This UI interprets life rafts, if located at aft/forward end of the ship and at a distance more than 100 m from the closest survival craft, as required by SOLAS Reg.III/31.1.4, shall be regarded as "remotely located survival craft" with regard to SOLAS Reg.III/7.2.1.2. And it says the area where these remotely located survival crafts are stowed shall be provided with: 1. At least 2 lifejackets and 2 immersion suits 2. Adequate means of illumination, either fixed or portable, which shall be capable of illuminating the life raThis Technical Information became null and void on 5 Nov 2018.
Carriage of immersion suits on cargo ships flying Vietnamese and Swiss Flag
The Vietnamese and Swiss Government have notified of carriage of immersion suits for that flagged ships as follows. 1. The Vietnamese Flag (1) A ship other than a bulk carrier, as defined in SOLAS Chapter IX Reg.1, as amended, which is constantly engaged on voyages in warm climates of the sector of the globe, between latitude 25 degrees North and 25 degrees South, may be exempted from SOLAS Chapter III Reg.32.3, provided that the exemption is subject to official approval of Vietnam Register Head Office for each specific case. (2) A Workstation is any place of the ship where the crew is occupied performing its normal duties except watch keeping duties. Remotely located workstations are those located more than 100 m, measured horizontally, from the placThis Technical Information became null and void on 30 Sep 2021.
Annual Thorough Examination of the Lifeboats and Launching Appliances
As informed previously by ClassNK Technical Information No. TEC-0656 dated 19 April 2006, by implementation of the revision of Reg.III/20.11 of SOLAS by Res. MSC 152(78) which has come into force on and after 1 July 2006, the annual thorough examination of the lifeboats and launching appliances and the operational tests (dynamic test of winch brake and operational test of lifeboat on-load release gear) should be conducted by the manufacturer's representative or a person appropriately trained and certified by the manufacturer in accordance with "Guidelines for Periodic Servicing and maintenance of Lifeboats, Launching Appliances and On-load Release Gear" (Refer to the attachment MSC.1/Circ.1206 (Revised version to MSC/Circ.1093)). This technical informatioThis Technical Information became null and void on 5 Nov 2018.
Exemption from installation of immersion suits flying Singapore Flag
For ships other than bulk carriers, as defined in SOLAS Reg. IX/1, immersion suits are unnecessary by revised SOLAS Reg. III/32.3.2 if the ship is constantly engaged on voyages in warm climates where, in the opinion of the Administration. Singapore government notified that Initial Exemption Certificate from the installation of immersion suits should be issued by that Administration. For the initial issuance of this Exemption Certificate, an application for immersion suits exemption as well as a copy of a valid Safety Equipment Certificate is sent directly to the Administration. For any questions about the above, please contact: NIPPON KAIJI KYOKAI (ClassNK) Material and Equipment Department, Administration Center, Head Office Address: 4-7 Kioi-choThis Technical Information became null and void on 5 Nov 2018.
Carriage of immersion suits on cargo ships flying Cayman Islands, Saudi Arabian, Belizean, Marshall Islands, Kuwaiti, Cypriot and Vanuatu Flag
The Cayman Islands, Saudi Arabian, Belizean, Marshall Islands, Kuwaiti, Cypriot and Vanuatu Government have notified of carriage of immersion suits for that flagged ships as follows. 1. The Cayman Islands Flag (1) The number of immersion suits to be provided in compliance with SOLAS 74 Chapter III Reg.32.3 of SOLAS 74 should correspond to the total number of persons indicated in Section 2.1 (Total number of persons for which life-saving appliances are provided) of Form E (Record of Equipment for the Cargo Ship Safety Equipment Certificate). (2) At lease 2 spares should be provided as additional immersion suits. (3) The immersion suits should be located in a position that is readily accessible in the event of an emergency. (4) It is recommended that thThis Technical Information became null and void on 15 Jun 2011.
Lifeboats and liferafts pharmacies for vessels flying the Greek flag
Greek Government has notified of lifeboat and liferafts pharmacies for vessels flying the Greek flag by "Lifeboats & Liferafts pharmacies for vessels flying the Greek Flag" (4339.31/03/05) as follows. 1. The medical and sanitary materials that are contained in the pharmacies of the lifeboats and liferafts of the ships, has to be approved by the National Medical Organization according to Document from National Medical Organization 34311/02-06-2005. 2. In case the vessel is outside Greece during the expiry date of the medicines of the lifeboats or liferafts and the supply of new medical material from Greece, is not possible, so that they can comply that with paragraph 1 or the vessel has new liferafts from abroad it is accepted the medical material is apThis Technical Information became null and void on 5 Nov 2018.
Carriage of immersion suits on cargo ships flying Hong Kong, Singapore and Sri Lanka Flag
1. The Hong Kong government has notified of carriage of immersion suits for that flagged ships as follows. (1) At least two immersion suits should be provided in wheel house and engine control room respectively as additional immersion suits. The same number of immersion suits as life-jackets at the wheel house and engine control room are required (i.e. if 3 life-jackets are required at the wheel house then 3 immersion suits are required at the wheel house). (2) If ship has other watch or work stations and life-jackets has already been provided, for example, cargo control room of chemical tanker, in the forecastle for the lookout(s) on duty in fog / under restricted visibility etc., the same number of immersion suits as life-jackets are required to suchThis Technical Information became null and void on 5 Nov 2018.
Carriage of immersion suits on cargo ships flying Greece and U.K. Flag
1. The Greece government has notified of carriage of immersion suits for that flagged ships as follows. (1) All immersion suits are to be stowed on or next to ship's lifeboats and rescue boats. In case crew accommodation spaces are located close to embarkation stations, immersion suits may be stowed inside each crew member cabin or inside lockers of accommodation. (2) According to common working practice: (i) Remote working station. The place that is located more than 100m horizontally away from immersion suits stowage place. (ii) Remote watch station. The place of watch (Engine room/wheelhouse) that is located more than 50m horizontally away from immersion suits stowage place. (3) For the above (2) at least 2 additional immersion suits are to bTesting of Air Bottles for Lifeboats with Self-Contained Air Support System for Bahamanian Ships
Bahamas Maritime Authority has notified ClassNK of the following instructions on the testing of air bottles for lifeboats with self-contained air support system: Air bottles for lifeboats with self-contained air support system are to be subjected to hydrostatic test at the intervals not exceeding five years. For any questions about the above, please contact: NIPPON KAIJI KYOKAI (ClassNK) Survey Department, Administration Center, Head Office Address: 4-7 Kioi-cho, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo 102-8567, Japan Tel.: +81-3-5226-2027 Fax: +81-3-5226-2029 E-mail: svd@classnk.or.jpThis Technical Information became null and void on 5 Nov 2018.
Carriage of immersion suits on cargo ships flying Malta and Panama Flag
1. The Malta government has notified the Society of the carriage requirementswith respect to immersion suits on Maltese-flagged shipsapplicable upon the entry into force on 1 July 2006 of amended Regulation 32.3. (1) A ship other than a bulk carrier, as defined in SOLAS 74 Chapter IX Regulation 1, as amended, which is constantly engaged on voyages in warm climates, may be exempted from Reg.32.3.2 (amendments adopted by Res.MSC152(78)). The following sea areas have been defined as warm climate sea areas for the scope of application of exemption provisions contained in the regulation: (i) the sea area between the parallels of latitude 30 degrees North and 30 degrees South (ii) the sea area of the Mediterranean Sea south of latitude 35 degrees North (iii)Maintenance, servicing and inspection for lifeboats and launching appliances
In accordance with the amendments to 1974 SOLAS (MSC.152(78)), regardless of flag, implementation of maintenance, servicing and inspection of lifeboats and launching appliances complying with MSC/Circ.1093 will become mandatory. Major points of the mandatory scheme are as follows, but for details, please see the attached MSC/Circ.1093. 1. By 1 July 2006, upon obtaining the "maintenance manuals and associated documents" prepared by the manufacturer, the manual associated with the ISM which reflects procedures for the maintenance, servicing and inspection in accordance with MSC/Circ.1093 should be available on board the ship. 2. On or after 1 July 2006, maintenance, servicing and inspection of lifeboats and launching appliances should be as follows.This Technical Information became null and void on 27 Apr 2018.
Emergency escape breathing devices (EEBDs) onboard the Panama flag vessels
Panama Marine Authority has replaced Merchant Marine Circular (MMC) No.119 and its Interpretation of MMC 122 (item 18) of the special requirements for EEBDs onboard the Panama flag vessels with MMC No.142, and then the latest requirements are as follows. Emergency escape breathing device 1. Number of EEBDs (1) For cargo ships : At least two (2) EEBDs in accommodation. (2) For passenger ships carrying not more than 36 passengers : At least two (2) EEBDs per main vertical zone, except those defined in the regulation SOLAS II-2/13.3.4.5. (3) For passenger ships carrying more than 36 passengers : At least four (4) EEBDs per main vertical zone, except those defined in the regulation SOLAS II-2/13.3.4.5. (4) The minimum number of EEBDs required on machThis Technical Information became null and void on 5 Nov 2018.