PART 9

MISCELLANEOUS REQUIREMENTS

9.1 Guard Rails and Stanchions and Bulwarks (Regulation 80)
9.1.1 Ships of Class I
Where guard rails and stanchions are fitted, the top of the uppermost rail should be not less than 1000 mm high, additionally it is recommended that the rails are spaced not more than 230 mm apart, unless strong netting is provided. Where bulwarks are fitted, they should be at least 1000 mm high, and fitted with freeing ports with suitable grids or bars, for the protection of persons on board. In all cases, as a minimum, the arrangements are to comply with the provisions of the Load Line Convention.

Note: The height of rails is to be taken as the distance measured from the top of the uppermost rail to the top of the deck at a point vertically below the inner edge of the rail, or, if the deck has a waterway, to the top of the deck plank next to the waterway.

9.1.2 Ships of Classes II and II(A)
Requirements as for Class I except that all parts of the freeboard deck to which passengers have access should be fitted with bulwarks not less than 1220 mm in height. Where this is not practicable, alternative arrangements may be accepted provided they minimize hazards and the risk of injury to passengers and crew and are appropriate for the vessel’s service. Other parts of the freeboard deck, and decks above the freeboard deck should be provided with guard rails and stanchions or bulwarks not less than 1000 mm in height. In all cases, as a minimum, the arrangements are to comply with the provisions of the Load Line Convention.

9.2 Anchors and Chain Cables (Regulation 81)

Anchors and chain cables provided in accordance with the rules of one of the recognised Classification Societies will be accepted.