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The 86th session of IMO Maritime Safety Committee will be held on 27 May – 5 June 2009 18th May

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1. Agenda for MSC 86 9

2. Provisional Timetable 11

3. Decision of Other IMO Bodies (Agenda Item 2) 12 MSC 86/2 (Secretariat) - Outcome of the thirty-fifth session of the Facilitation

Committee 12 MSC 86/2/1 (Secretariat) - Outcome of the ninety-fifth session of the Legal

Committee 12

4. Consideration and adoption of amendments to mandatory instruments (Agenda Item 3) 12

(Draft amendments to the SOLAS regulation II-1/3-5.2 – prohibition of all new installations of asbestos on board) 12

(Amendments to the SOLAS Reg. V/19 - Carriage requirements for a bridge navigational watch alarm system) 13

(Amendments to the SOLAS Reg. V/19 – Carriage requirements of ECDIS) 13 (AMENDMENTS TO SOLAS CHAPTER VI CONCERNING MATERIAL SAFETY DATA

SHEET (MSDS) AND RELATED GUIDANCE) 15 MSC 86/3 (Secretariat) - Amendments to the 1974 SOLAS Convention 15 MSC 86/3/1 (Secretariat) - Amendments-related MSC circular 15

5. Measures to enhance maritime security (Agenda Item 4) 15 MSC 86/4/1 (Iran) - A brief report on how the ISPS Code has been implemented -

Measures taken to enhance security policies and activities 16 MSC 86/4/2 (Iran) - Results of the experience gained from the use of

MSC.1/Circ.1192 and MSC.1/Circ.1194 16 MSC 86/4/3 (Iran) - A brief summary of some failures identified during ISPS Code

verification 16 MSC 86/4/4 (Singapore) - Guidance on port facility security audits 16 MSC 86/4/5 (Belgium, Bulgaria, Finland, Germany, Latvia, Luxemburg, the

Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, the United Kingdom and the European Commission) 16

MSC 86/INF.6 (ISO) - ISO Maritime and supply chain security standards (Update) 16

6. Goal-based new ship construction standards (Agenda Item 5) 16 MSC 86/5 (Secretariat) - GBS for bulk carriers and oil tankers 17 MSC 86/5/1 (Chairman of the Working Group) - Report of the Working Group on

Goal-based Standards at MSC 85 (Part 2) 17 MSC 86/5/2 and MSC 86/5/2/Corr.1 (Germany) - Report of the correspondence

group 18 MSC 86/5/3 (Denmark) - Guidelines on approval of risk-based ship design 18 MSC 86/5/4 (Canada, Norway and Sweden) - Alternative to the GBS verification

process 18 MSC 86/5/5 (IACS) - Alternative to the GBS verification process 18 MSC 86/5/6 (Spain) - Comments on the definition of net scantlings adopted by

MSC 85 18



MSC 86/5/7 (Australia) - Information to be included in a Ship Construction File 18 MSC 86/5/8 and MSC 86/5/8/Corr.1 (Spain and INTERTANKO) - Comments on the

Verification Process (Tier III) 18 MSC 86/5/9 (United Kingdom) - Effects of the draft regulation on the

implementation of the classification rule amendments to ships 19 MSC 86/5/10 (Norway) - Alternative to the GBS verification process –

Consequences for SOLAS amendments 19 MSC 86/5/11 (Argentina and Spain) – Comments on the Verification Process (Tier

III) 19 MSC 86/5/12 (Republic of Korea) - Comments on the alternative to the GBS

verification process 19 MSC 86/5/14 (CESA, ICS, INTERCARGO, INTERTANKO, BIMCO, OCIMF and IACS) -

Guideline for ship construction file implementation - A cross-industry approach to balance design transparency and intellectual property protection 19

MSC 86/INF.3 (IACS) - Guidelines for structural rule development in IACS 19 MSC 86/INF.10 (CESA, ICS, INTERCARGO, INTERTANKO, BIMCO, OCIMF and IACS) -

Guideline for ship construction file implementation - A cross industry approach to balance design transparency and intellectual property protection 19

7. LRIT-related matters (Agenda Item 6) 19 MSC 86/6/1 (Secretariat) - Report of the seventh session of the Ad Hoc LRIT

Group1 20 MSC 86/6/2 and MSC 86/6/2/Corr.1 (IMSO) - Performance review and audit of the

LRIT system 21 MSC 86/6/3 (St Vincent and the Grenadines) - Guidance to SOLAS Contracting

Governments claiming archipelagic States status when submitting geographic areas (polygons) for the implementation of the provisions of SOLAS regulation V/19-1.8.1 21

MSC 86/6/4 (Canada) - Long-range Identification and Tracking of Ships (LRIT) 21 MSC 86/6/5 (United States) - Comments on MSC 86/6/3, Archipelagic States’

Polygons 21 MSC 86/6/6 (IMSO) - Performance review and audit of the LRIT system 21 MSC 86/6/7 (IMSO) - Performance review and audit of the LRIT system - Methods

for providing related data to the LRIT Coordinator 21 MSC 86/INF.7 (IMSO) - Financial arrangements between LRIT Data Centres 21

8. Dangerous goods, solid cargoes and containers (Agenda Item 7) 21 MSC 86/7 (Secretariat) - Report of the thirteenth session of the Sub-Committee 22

9. Radiocommunications and search and rescue (Agenda Item 8) 23 MSC 86/8 (Secretariat) - Report of the thirteenth session of the Sub-Committee 23

10. Training and Watchkeeping (Agenda Item 9) 24 MSC 86/9 (Secretariat) - Report of the fortieth session of the Sub-Committee 25



MSC 86/9/1 and MSC 86/9/1/Add.1 (Secretariat) - List of competent persons to be maintained by the Secretary General pursuant to section A-I/7 of the STCW Code 26

MSC 86/9/2 (Secretariat) - Go to sea! - Launch of a campaign to attract entrants to the shipping industry 26

11. Fire Protection (Agenda Item 10) 26 (Guidelines on determining the no observed adverse effect level (NOAEL) and

lowest observed adverse effect level (LOAEL) values for halocarbon fire-extinguishing agents) 29

MSC 86/10 (Secretariat) – Report of the fifty-third session of the Sub- 32 MSC 86/10/1 (Panama) - Research findings on effectiveness of drainage systems in

closed vehicle and ro-ro spaces and special category spaces 34

12. Bulk liquids and gases (Agenda Item 11) 34 MSC 86/11 (Secretariat) - Report of the thirteenth session of the Sub-Committee 36

13. Ship design and equipment (Agenda Item 12) 37 MSC 86/12 (Secretariat) - Urgent matters emanating from the fifty-second session

of the Sub-Committee 46 MSC 86/12/1 (Norway) - Measures to prevent accidents with lifeboats – Status of

MSC.1/Circ.1206 47 MSC 86/12/2 (ICS) - Measures to prevent accidents with lifeboats – status of

MSC.1/Circ.1206 47 MSC 86/12/3 (IADC) - Amendments to the MODU Code 47 MSC 86/12/4 (United Kingdom) - Comments on the report of the Sub-Committee

on Ship Design and Equipment 47

14. Flag state implementation (Agenda Item 13) 47 MSC 86/13 (Secretariat) - Urgent matters emanating from the seventeenth session

of the Sub-Committee 48 MSC 86/INF.9 (Secretariat) - European Parliament and Council Regulation on

common rules and standards for ship inspection and survey organizations 49

15. Technical assistance sub-programme in maritime safety and security (Agenda Item 14) 49

MSC 86/14 (Secretariat) - Technical co-operation activities relating to maritime safety, security and facilitation of maritime traffic 50

MSC 86/14/1 (Secretariat) - Periodical report on model courses 50

16. Capacity-building for the implementation of new measures (Agenda Item 15) 50

MSC 86/15 (Secretariat) – Capacity-building for the implementation of new measures 50

MSC 86/15/1 (South Africa) - Report of the Correspondence Group 50 MSC 86/15/2 (Denmark, the Netherlands and Sweden) - Comments on the report

of the Correspondence Group 51



17. Role of human element (Agenda Item 16) 51 MSC 86/16 (Secretariat) - Outcome of inter-secretariat consultations on the

possible common areas of interest to be discussed jointly by ILO and IMO 51

18. Formal safety assessment (Agenda Item 17) 51 MSC 86/17 (Secretariat) - Outcome of MSC 85 related to formal safety assessment

(FSA) and establishment of an FSA Experts Group 52 MSC 86/17/1 (Greece) - Comments on the FSA Experts Group and database issues 52 MSC 86/17/2 (Greece) - Application of the FSA Guidelines and review of FSA

studies 52

19. Piracy and armed robbery against ships (Agenda Item 18) 52 MSC 86/18 (Secretariat) – Quarterly and monthly reports 53 MSC 86/18/1 (Denmark as coordinator) - Report of the Correspondence Group on

Review and Updating of MSC/Circ.622/Rev.1, MSC/Circ.623/Rev.3 and resolution A.922(22) 53

MSC 86/18/2 (Secretariat) - Outcome of the Contact Group on Piracy off the Coast of Somalia (Working Group 3) - Best Management Practices to Deter Piracy in the Gulf of Aden and off the Coast of Somalia 53

MSC 86/18/3 (Secretariat) - The carriage of firearms or armed personnel on board merchant vessels 53

MSC 86/18/4 (Secretariat) - Outcome of the Contact Group on Piracy off the Coast of Somalia (Working Group 3) - Best Management Practices to Deter Piracy in the Gulf of Aden and off the Coast of Somalia 53

MSC 86/18/5 (France and Spain) - Best Management Practices to Deter Piracy in the Gulf of Aden and off the coast of Somalia Proposed amendments to the text and appendix concerning Fisheries 54

MSC 86/18/6 (ICMA) - ICMA Resolution on Seafarer Victims of Piracy 54 NSC 86/18/7 (ICC) - Report and Recommendations to Counter Crimes at Sea 54 MSC 86/18/8 (ITF) - Best Management Practices to Deter Piracy in the Gulf of Aden

and off the coast of Somalia 54 MSC 86/18/9 (ISF, ICS, BIMCO, INTERCARGO and INTERTANKO) - Piracy - The

Human Element 54

20. General cargo ship safety (Agenda Item 19) 54 MSC 86/19 (Secretariat) - Outcome of MSC 85 54 MSC 86/19/1 (Germany) - Comments on an FSA study 54 MSC 86/INF.4 (IACS) - IACS FSA study – Step 1 (Evaluation of Historical Data) 54

21. Implementation of instruments and related matters (Agenda Item 20) 55 MSC 86/20/1 (IACS) - Effective dates for amendments to SOLAS chapter III and the

FSS and LSA Codes 55 MSC 86/INF.11 (Secretariat) - Conventions and codes/recommendations 55

22. Work programme (Agenda item 23) 55



MSC 86/23 and MSC 86/23/Add.1 (Secretariat) - Work programmes of the BLG, DSC, FP, COMSAR, NAV, DE, SLF, STW and FSI Sub-Committees and provisional agendas for their forthcoming sessions 56

MSC 86/23/1 (United States) - New work programme item proposal for AIS-EPIRB 56 MSC 86/23/2 (Argentina and Chile) - Safety measures for navigation in the

Antarctic area 56 MSC 86/23/3 (South Africa) - Amendments to the Load Lines Convention –

Shifting of the Summer/Winter Seasonal Zone off Cape Agulhas, Southern Tip of Africa 56

MSC 86/23/4 (Secretariat) - A coordinated approach to the implementation of the e navigation strategy 56

MSC 86/23/5 (Secretariat) - Status of planned outputs for the 2008-2009 biennium 56 MSC 86/23/6 (New Zealand) - Ships’ lifting appliances and loose gear 56 MSC 86/23/7 (Japan) - Sub-Committee on Safety of Navigation - New symbols for

AIS-AtoN 57 MSC 86/23/8 (Iran) - Installation of proper equipment for detection of radioactive

sources or radioactive contaminated objects 57 MSC 86/23/9 (Denmark, Norway and United States) - Mandatory application of

the polar guidelines 57 MSC 86/23/10 (United States and CLIA) - New work programme item proposal for

a visible element to the general emergency alarm for the hearing impaired 57 MSC 86/23/11 (Chile, France, Norway, the United Kingdom and the United States)

- Request for scoping exercise to establish the need for a review of the elements and procedures of the GMDSS 57

MSC 86/23/12 (Netherlands, Sweden, the United Kingdom and the United States) – World-wide Radionavigation System (WWRNS) 57

MSC 86/23/13 (Cook Islands, Marshall Islands and IACS) - Testing of watertight compartments 57

MSC 86/23/14 (Denmark and Faroe Islands) - New work programme item proposal for electrical installations 58

22.1.1. Regulation 3-1 - Structural, mechanical and electrical requirements for ships Error! Bookmark not defined.

MSC 86/23/15 (Denmark and Faroe Islands) - New work programme item proposal for means for recharging breathing air cylinders 58

MSC 86/23/16 (Secretariat) - Proposals for the High-level Action Plan of the Organization and priorities for planned outputs of the Committees for the 2010-2011 biennium 58

MSC 86/23/17 (Secretariat) - Justification for new work programme items proposed by the DE Sub-Committee 58

MSC 86/23/18 (CIRM) - New symbols for AIS-AtoN – Comments on document MSC 86/23/7 (NAV Sub-Committee) 58

MSC 86/23/19 (FOEI, Greenpeace, IFAW and WWF) - Mandatory Polar Code 58 MSC 86/INF.2 (United States and CLIA) - New work programme item proposal for

a visible element to the general emergency alarm for the hearing impaired 58

23. Any other business (Agenda Item 25) 58 MSC 86/25 (Secretariat) - Global Integrated Shipping Information System (GISIS) 59 MSC 86/25/1 (France) - Comments on the satellite detection of AIS 59



MSC 86/25/2 (Norway) - Incorrect wording in the 2008 SPS Code 59 MSC 86/INF.5 (OCIMF, INTERTANKO and SIGTTO) - Survival Craft Best Practice

Guidance 59 MSC 86/INF.8 (INTERCARGO) - Bulk carrier casualty report 59



1. Agenda for MSC 86

Opening of the session

1. Adoption of the agenda

2. Decisions of other IMO bodies

3. Consideration and adoption of amendments to mandatory instruments

4. Measures to enhance maritime security

5. Goal-based new ship construction standards

6. LRIT-related matters

7. Dangerous goods, solid cargoes and containers (report of the 13th session of

the Sub-Committee)

8. Radiocommunications and search and rescue (report of the 13th session of the

Sub-Committee)

9. Training and watchkeeping (report of the 14th session of the Sub-Committee)

10. Fire protection (report of the 53rd session of the Sub-Committee)

11. Bulk liquids and gases (urgent matters emanating from the 13th session of the

Sub-Committee)

12. Ship design and equipment (urgent matters emanating from the 52nd session

of the Sub-Committee)

13. Flag state implementation ((urgent matters emanating from the 17th session of

the Sub-Committee)

14. Technical assistance sub-programme in maritime safety security

15. Capacity-building for the implementation of new measures

16. Role of the human element

17. Formal safety assessment

18. Piracy and armed robbery against ships

19. General cargo ship safety



20. Implementation of instruments and related matters

21. Relations with other organizations

22. Application of the Committee’s Guidelines

23. Work programme

24. Election of Chairman and Vice-Chairman for 2010

25. Any other business

26. Consideration of the report of the Committee on its 86th session



2. Provisional Timetable

Date

Item No

Item Title

WG/DG

1 Agenda, credentials 2 Decisions of other IMO bodies 5 Goal-based new ship construction standards WG 1

17 Formal safety assessment EG 1 4 Measures to enhance maritime security 6 LRIT-related matters WG 2

Wednesday, 27 May

18 Piracy and armed robbery against ships WG 3 3 Amendments to mandatory instruments DG 1 Thursday,

28 May 23 Work programme (new work programme items only) 7 Dangerous goods, solid cargoes and containers

(report of the 13th session of the Sub-Committee) 8 Radiocommunications and search and rescue (report

of the 13th session of the Sub-Committee) 9 Training and watchkeeping (report of the 14th session

of the Sub-Committee)

Friday, 29 May

10 Fire protection (report of the 53rd session of the Sub-Committee)

11 Bulk liquids and gases (urgent matters emanating from the 13th session of the Sub-Committee)

12 Ship design and equipment (urgent matters emanating from the 52nd session of the Sub-Committee)

13 Flag state implementation ((urgent matters emanating from the 17th session of the Sub-Committee)

14 Technical assistance sub-programme in maritime safety security

15 Capacity-building for the implementation of new measures

DG 2

Monday, 1 June

16 Role of Human Element 19 General cargo ship safety 20 Implementation of instruments and related matters Tuesday,

2 June 21 Relations with other organizations

22 Application of the Committee’s Guidelines 23 Work programme (remaining part of item)

Wednesday, 3 June

25 Any other business

24 Election of Chairman and Vice-Chairman for 2010 - Reports of working and drafting groups

Thursday, 4 June

- Adoption of amendments

Friday, 5 June 26 Report of the Committee on its 86th session WG 1 Working Group on Goal-Based Standards; WG 2 Working Group on LRIT-related matters; WG 3 Working Group on Piracy and armed robbery against ships; EG 1 FSA Experts Group; DG 1 Drafting Group on Amendments to Mandatory Instruments DG 2 Capacity-building for the implementation of new measures



3. Decision of Other IMO Bodies (Agenda Item 2)

Executive synopsis on this agenda item Background: The Committee will be informed of any safety- and security-related decisions of:

1. the thirty-fifth session of the Facilitation Committee (MSC 86/2); and 2. the ninety-fifth session of the Legal Committee (MSC 86/2/1),

and will take action as appropriate. LR position: To note the discussion, as no substantial discussion will take place under this agenda item – normally substantial discussion, if any out of this agenda item, will be discussed other appropriate agenda item. Implications: No. Application: N/A. (Document submitted) MSC 86/2 (Secretariat) - Outcome of the thirty-fifth session of the Facilitation Committee This document reports on the outcome of FAL 35 on matters relevant to the Committee’s work other than matters relating to the Measures to enhance maritime security, which are being reported under agenda item 4. MSC 86/2/1 (Secretariat) - Outcome of the ninety-fifth session of the Legal Committee This document reports on the outcome of LEG 95 on matters relevant to the Committee’s work.

4. Consideration and adoption of amendments to mandatory instruments (Agenda Item 3)

Executive synopsis on this agenda item Background: The expanded Committee will consider, for adoption, draft amendments to the International Convention for the Safety of Life at Sea, 1974, as amended. The aforementioned proposed amendments, approved by MSC 83 and MSC 85, are contained in the annex to document MSC 86/3. They have been circulated, in accordance with article VIII of the 1974 SOLAS Convention, by circular letter No.2916 of 4 December 2008 (annex). LR position: To closely monitor the discussion with a view to implement the requirements once adopted by MSC 86. LR is especially concerned about some of the regulation is not clear about its application details. LR will communicate with delegations prior to the meeting in order to solve the problem prior to the final adoption. The following is the summary of the regulations that will be adopted at this session. (Draft amendments to the SOLAS regulation II-1/3-5.2 – prohibition of all new installations of asbestos on board)

The text has been approved by MSC 85 for adoption at this session.



Implication: It is envisaged that the total prohibition applies both to new and existing ships. The availability of such replacement parts that do not contain asbestos as well as the status of the spare parts that are already purchased may require careful consideration. Application: to be clarified. It is envisaged that the total prohibition applies to any equipment installed from the date that will be set by the MSC 86, rather than on keel lay basis.

(Amendments to the SOLAS Reg. V/19 - Carriage requirements for a bridge navigational watch alarm system)

The text has been approved by MSC 85 for adoption at this session.

Background: A bridge watch alarm system is a device which triggers an alarm if an Officer on Watch (OOW) becomes incapable of performing the OOW’s duties. IMO had adopted the performance standard as MSC. 128 (75) and there are ships which have already installed the equipment on a voluntary basis.

Implication: (Shipbuilders)

- Although the text is not yet formally adopted, builders are encouraged to take these requirements into consideration when designing a ship whose keel will be laid on or after 1 July 2011.

- This is not stand alone equipment on the navigation bridge. The secondary alarm will be activated in a master’s cabin, thus wiring will be required in other part of the crew accommodation area. Due attention is to be paid to wire penetration at fire-protection boundaries.

- BNWAS is required to meet the IMO’s performance standard (MSC.128 (75). - BNWAS is to be type approved by the flag Administration or its Recognized

Organization (e.g., Classification Society) (Shipowners)

- Once the requirements are formally adopted by the IMO, the BNWAS will be required on the existing ships (at the first survey after the date specified) as well. Owners will need to be prepared to make retrofitting arrangements. It is encouraged to take an opportunity to make such arrangements at dry-docking, if there is such an opportunity prior to the first survey after the date mentioned in the draft amendments.

(Flag Administrations & its Recognized Organizations) - It will be necessary to type approve the system in a timely manner; - Relevant survey guidelines should be prepared.

Application: The draft amendments stipulate as follows:

- All new ships passenger ships (regardless of size) and all other ships of 150 gt or over - on or after 1 July 2011 (keel lay base);

- ships constructed prior to 1 July 2011 will have to fit the BNWAS by the 1st survey after 1 July 2012 (cargo ships of 3000 gt or over and passenger ships), or 1 July 2013 (cargo ships of 500 gt or over but less than 3000 gt) or 1 July 2014 (cargo ships of between 150 gt or over but less than 500 gt);

- The requirements will apply to ships not engaged on international voyages as well.

(Amendments to the SOLAS Reg. V/19 – Carriage requirements of ECDIS)



ECDIS (Electronic Chart Display and Information System) is shipborne navigational equipment, which is regarded as an equivalent to paper charts as per the SOLAS regulation V/27 and the regulation V/19.2.1.4, in other words, it is optional equipment. The NAV-Sub-Committee, at the 54th session, after a lengthy and exhaustive discussion, which included capacity building for developing States, developed the draft amendments to the SOLAS Regulation V/19. In principle, ECDIS will be mandatory for new ships in 2012 (passenger ships and oil tankers) or 2013/2014 (other ships). Existing ships will be required to retrofit the system.

Implication: (Shipbuilders)

- Builders will be required to take these requirements into consideration when designing a ship which keel will be laid on or after 1 July 2012/2013/2014;

- Builders are to note that ECDIS is required to meet the IMO’s performance standard (A.817(19), as amended by the Resolutions MSC 64 (67), MSC. 86 (70) and MSC. 232 (82);

(Owners/Ship management companies) - As ECIDS will be required on the existing ships (at the first survey after the date

specified), owners will be required to make retrofitting arrangements. It is encouraged to take an opportunity to make such arrangements at dry-docking, if there is such an opportunity prior to the first survey after the date mentioned in the draft amendments;

- Owners are to ensure the supply of the Electronic Navigational Chart (ENC) provided by a Hydrographic Authority or its agents for the intended voyages;

- Ship managers are to ensure that appropriate training and familiarization will be incorporated into the company’s SMS for use of ECDIS in accordance with the paragraph 6.5 of the ISM Code. Deck officers must be fully familiar with the operation of ECDIS prior to the first voyage after the installation of ECDIS in accordance with the paragraph 6.3 of the ISM Code.

(Flag Administrations & its Recognized Organizations) - Relevant survey guidelines should be prepared, which will include appropriate

back up arrangements & the location of ECDIS in case of retrofitting; - ISM auditors are to be made aware of the new requirements and the need for

companies to introduce the corresponding training and familiarisation. (Application) – to ships engaged on international voyages only Type of ships Size limitation (of

or over) New ships (Construction – keel lay base)

Existing ships (Ships not new ships)

Passenger ships 500 gt 1 July 2012 Not later than 1st renewal survey on or after 1 July 2014

Oil tankers 3,000 1 July 2012 Not later than 1st SE survey on or after 1 July 2015

50,000 1 July 2013 Not later than 1st SE survey on or after 1 July 2016

Others

20,000 1 July 2013 Not later than 1st SE survey on or after 1 July



2017 10,000 1 July 2013 Not later than 1st SE

survey on or after 1 July 2018

Others cont

3,000 1 July 2014 No retrofitting requirements to existing ships less than 10,000 gt

(AMENDMENTS TO SOLAS CHAPTER VI CONCERNING MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET (MSDS) AND RELATED GUIDANCE)

The Committee recalled that at MSC 84 noted anomaly of the SOLAS Chapter VI (while regulation 1 states that the chapter applies to “except liquids in bulk…”, regulation 5-1 stipulates carriages of MARPOL Annex I and Bunker fuel as cargo). In the course of the discussion, it came to the attention that the original intent of revised SOLAS regulation VI/5-1 is to require Marine Safety Data Sheets for the bunker fuel that is used onboard the ship for its own propulsion. The text has been approved by MSC 85 for adoption at this session. It should be noted that the previous amendment (MSC.239 (83)) is coming into force on 1 July 2009, with an omission of addressing application to the fuel carried onboard for its own propulsion, an MSC Circular is prepared (MSC 86/3/1) for the explanation of the situation. Implications: Revised text includes bunkers. This has substantial impact on day to day ship’s operation for ship owners and bunker fuel suppliers. Application: All ships from the date that will be decided by MSC 86.

(Document submitted) MSC 86/3 (Secretariat) - Amendments to the 1974 SOLAS Convention The Committee is to consider, with a view to adoption, proposed amendments to the 1974 SOLAS Convention. The Committee approved proposed amendments to chapters II-1, V and VI of the International Convention for the Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS), 1974, as amended, set out in the annex to MSC 86/3. MSC 86/3/1 (Secretariat) - Amendments-related MSC circular The Committee is invited to consider, with a view to final approval, the annexed draft MSC circular agreed, in principle, at MSC 85.

5. Measures to enhance maritime security (Agenda Item 4)

Executive synopsis on this agenda item Background: MSC 85 requested SOLAS Contracting Governments, international organizations and non-governmental organizations with consultative status to bring to the attention of the Committee, at the earliest opportunity, the results of the experience gained from the use of MSC.1/Circ.1192 and MSC.1/Circ.1194, for further consideration of action to be taken.



MSC 85 invited Member Governments, intergovernmental organizations and non-governmental organizations in consultative status to submit proposals to MSC 86 on the handling of failures identified during ISPS Code verification. The Committee will consider any other submissions made under this agenda item. LR position: to monitor the development. Implications: up to the discussion at this session. Application: N/A. (Document submitted) MSC 86/4/1 (Iran) - A brief report on how the ISPS Code has been implemented - Measures taken to enhance security policies and activities This document provides a description of the measures taken by the maritime Administration of the Islamic Republic of Iran as the ISPS Designated Authority to enhance maritime security issues in port facilities within Iranian territorial waters and on flagged ships. MSC 86/4/2 (Iran) - Results of the experience gained from the use of MSC.1/Circ.1192 and MSC.1/Circ.1194 This document provides a description of the results gained from the use of MSC.1/Circ.1192 and MSC.1/Circ.1194 within the port facilities of the Islamic Republic of Iran by the maritime administration of the Islamic Republic of Iran as the ISPS Designated Authority. MSC 86/4/3 (Iran) - A brief summary of some failures identified during ISPS Code verification This document provides a brief summary of some failures identified during ISPS Code verification by the maritime administration of the Islamic Republic of Iran as the ISPS Designated Authority. MSC 86/4/4 (Singapore) - Guidance on port facility security audits This document outlines Singapore’s experience regarding port facility security audits, and offers a view on the usefulness of developing guidance on port facility security audits. MSC 86/4/5 (Belgium, Bulgaria, Finland, Germany, Latvia, Luxemburg, the Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, the United Kingdom and the European Commission) This document analyses difficulties encountered with the issue of Continuous Synopsis Records (CSR). MSC 86/INF.6 (ISO) - ISO Maritime and supply chain security standards (Update) This document provides updated information on the ISO initiatives in an effort to contribute to the work undertaken with a view to enhancing port security and overall security in the supply chain.

6. Goal-based new ship construction standards (Agenda Item 5)

Executive synopsis on this agenda item Background: GBS consists of the following 5 tiers

I. Goals II. Functional requirements



III. Verification of compliance (detailed costly verification vs practical self-assessment with a possibility to drill into specific Rule requirements)

IV. IMO requirements, national requirements, classification rules V. Industry standards and practices

It is considered that IMO’s involvement will be Tiers I – III. The work on Tier I and II has been completed. Currently, IMO is looking at the Tier III in order to balance the extensive cost of detailed verification ($1000000 per Rule set per classification society) against added benefit to safety. As currently drafted, the regulation may significantly slow the Rule development by linking it to a 6 year IMO GBS cycle. The Committee will consider:

1. with the view to approval, the draft instruments concerning the goal-based ship construction standards (GBS) for bulk carriers and oil tankers (MSC 86/5 and MSC 86/5/1);

2. the report of the correspondence group on generic guidelines for developing goal-based standards (MSC 86/5/2);

3. submissions from Member Governments and international organizations (with a view towards finalizing and approving the draft instruments referred to in .1) which, inter alia, should address:

1. development of an alternative verification process based on self-assessment only, taking into account the comments in paragraph 37 of document MSC 85/WP.5; and

2. possible need for amendments to other IMO instruments, following the finalization of the GBS for bulk carriers and oil tankers, taking into account document MSC 84/5/1,

and will establish, as decided at MSC 85, a Working Group on Goal-based Standards to advise the Committee on any relevant matters. LR position: To actively participate in the discussion as one of IACS members. Implications: It is expected that GBS will bring transparency and consistencies among regulations and rules being developed by IMO and classification societies. However, with regard to the detailed verification of the Classification Rule (as part of tier III), there is a high risk that it may negatively effect the present speed of response by classification societies to safety concerns leading to a potential reduction in the speed of response to the required safety improvements. Application: Primarily to IMO regulation development process, but other factors are under consideration. (Document submitted) MSC 86/5 (Secretariat) - GBS for bulk carriers and oil tankers This document was prepared by the Secretariat to facilitate the work of MSC 86 with regard to goal-based ship construction standards (GBS) for bulk carriers and oil tankers and contains in the annexes the current draft texts of the related instruments, as considered at MSC 85. MSC 86/5/1 (Chairman of the Working Group) - Report of the Working Group on Goal-based Standards at MSC 85 (Part 2) This document reports on the discussions of the GBS Working Group at MSC 85 on the resource implications of the conduct of the verification process and the draft Guidelines on the information to be included in a Ship Construction File. Action requested of the Committee



The Committee is to approve Part 2 of the report of the GBS Working Group in general and, in particular, to:

1. note the discussions on the resource implications associated with the verification process (paragraphs 2 to 10);

2. note the discussion on the information to be included in a Ship Construction File (paragraph 11); and

3. agree that the proposals made in documents MSC 85/5/5 and MSC 85/5/8 pertaining to the information to be included in a Ship Construction File should be considered by the GBS Working Group at MSC 86 (paragraph 11).

MSC 86/5/2 and MSC 86/5/2/Corr.1 (Germany) - Report of the correspondence group This document reports on the outcome of the correspondence group on GBS. Action requested of the Committee The Committee is to note the discussion within the correspondence group, together with the information provided in the annexes, and, in particular to:

1. note the progress made with respect to the development of the Generic Guidelines For Developing [IMO] Goal-Based Standards;

2. note the discussion with respect to the further development of the “verification of compliance” and agree to the group’s assessment that a further elaboration of the scope of this verification is needed;

3. note the discussion on the development of a process for monitoring the effectiveness of GBS (paragraphs 18 to 26); and

4. forward the report for in-depth review and discussion to the GBS Working Group. MSC 86/5/3 (Denmark) - Guidelines on approval of risk-based ship design This document contains a guideline for the approval process of risk-based designed ships. MSC 86/5/4 (Canada, Norway and Sweden) - Alternative to the GBS verification process This document outlines an alternative to the GBS verification process, Tier III, according to the invitation by the Committee at its eighty-fifth Session. MSC 86/5/5 (IACS) - Alternative to the GBS verification process This document outlines the Rule development and approval process typically used by classification societies recognised by Administrations in compliance with resolution A.739(18) and suggests an alternative GBS verification process MSC 86/5/6 (Spain) - Comments on the definition of net scantlings adopted by MSC 85 This document states the risks to maritime safety associated with an ambiguous definition of the term in Tier II, ‘functional requirements’, and proposes an amendment to prevent those risks. MSC 86/5/7 (Australia) - Information to be included in a Ship Construction File A minimum content of the Ship Construction File is proposed in order to meet the needs of users of that file without imposing an unnecessary requirement to disclose intellectual property relating to the design or approval of the ship’s construction. MSC 86/5/8 and MSC 86/5/8/Corr.1 (Spain and INTERTANKO) - Comments on the Verification Process (Tier III) This document examines the evolution of the proposals on how to perform the verification process from the viewpoint of their likely effectiveness, and suggests using the one shown to have most credibility on the basis of the trials conducted.



MSC 86/5/9 (United Kingdom) - Effects of the draft regulation on the implementation of the classification rule amendments to ships This document outlines the negative effects that the regulation as currently drafted will have on the implementation of classification rule amendments and subsequent negative impact on the safety of ships. MSC 86/5/10 (Norway) - Alternative to the GBS verification process – Consequences for SOLAS amendments This document is submitted in accordance with the provisions of paragraph 4.10.5 of the Guidelines on the organization and method of work of the MSC and MEPC and their subsidiary bodies (MSC-MEPC.1/Circ.2) and comments and analyses some consequences to the proposed SOLAS amendments in the annexes to document MSC 86/5, if the alternative GBS verification process is agreed. MSC 86/5/11 (Argentina and Spain) – Comments on the Verification Process (Tier III) This document contains comments on concerns expressed in connection with a detailed verification process for GBS. MSC 86/5/12 (Republic of Korea) - Comments on the alternative to the GBS verification process This document provides comments of the Republic of Korea on document MSC 86/5/4 with respect to an alternative verification process based on self-assessment only. MSC 86/5/14 (CESA, ICS, INTERCARGO, INTERTANKO, BIMCO, OCIMF and IACS) - Guideline for ship construction file implementation - A cross-industry approach to balance design transparency and intellectual property protection This document provides a progress report on a cross industry project that may assist the finalization of Guidelines for information to be included in a Ship Construction File, taking into consideration the protection of intellectual property. MSC 86/INF.3 (IACS) - Guidelines for structural rule development in IACS The purpose of this document is to introduce IACS’ Guideline for hull structural rule development. MSC 86/INF.10 (CESA, ICS, INTERCARGO, INTERTANKO, BIMCO, OCIMF and IACS) - Guideline for ship construction file implementation - A cross industry approach to balance design transparency and intellectual property protection This document identical to MSC 86/5/14 (possible duplication).

7. LRIT-related matters (Agenda Item 6)

Executive synopsis on this agenda item Background: The Committee will consider:

1. development in relation to the establishment and operation of the LRIT system since MSC 85;

2. the report of the seventh session of the Ad Hoc LRIT Group under the terms of reference approved by MSC 85; and

3. any relevant submissions regarding LRIT-related issues by SOLAS Contracting Governments and international organizations,



and will establish, as decided at MSC 85, a Working Group on LRIT-related matters to advise on relevant matters. LR position: to closely monitor the discussion with a view to updating instructions to surveyors regarding survey and type approval of the equipment. LR is particulary concerned about: - Revision of MSC.1/Circ. 1296- GUIDANCE ON THE SURVEY AND CERTIFICATION OF

COMPLIANCE OF SHIPS WITH THE REQUIREMENT TO TRANSMIT LRIT INFORMATION

Implications: Possible modification on the survey and recoding (reporting) scheme. Application: To ship required to install LRIT (all passenger ships and cargo ships of 300 gt or above both engaged on international voyages as well as MODUs and High Speed Craft). (Document submitted) MSC 86/6/1 (Secretariat) - Report of the seventh session of the Ad Hoc LRIT Group1 This document contains the report of the seventh session of the Ad Hoc LRIT Group. Action requested of the Committee: The Committee is to consider the information provided in this report and, in particular, to:

1. agree with the proposed amendments to MSC.1/Circ.1296 on Guidance on the survey and certification of compliance of ships with the requirement to transmit LRIT information and to approve the issue of a new MSC.1 circular on the same subject (paragraphs 2.3.1 and 2.3.2 and annex 2);

2. approve6 the amendments to the Technical specifications for communications within the LRIT system and the Technical specifications for the LRIT Data Distribution Plan adopted by the Group and the actions taken by the Group as if they had been taken by the Committee (paragraphs 3.1.1.1 to 3.1.7.2, 3.1.9.1 to 3.1.9.2, 3.2.1.1 to 3.2.5.2, 3.4.1.1 to 3.4.1.5, 7.10 and 7.13 and annex 3);

3. agree with the proposed consequential amendments to MSC.1/Circ.1297 on Guidance to Search and rescue services in relation to requesting and receiving LRIT information and to approve the issue of a new MSC.1 circular on the same subject (paragraphs 3.1.5.2, 3.1.8.1 to 3.1.8.3, 3.1.9.1 and 3.1.9.3 and annex 4);

4. approve the amendments to the XML schemas and to concur with the proposed arrangements for their implementation (paragraphs 3.3.1.1 to 3.3.1.7 and annex 5);

5. consider7 the comments, advice and recommendations set out paragraph 3.4.2.10 to 3.4.2.12 and annex 6, in connection with the proposal of COMSAR 13 in relation to allowing SAR services to request and receive LRIT information not only for the search and rescue of persons in distress at sea as currently provided in regulation V/19-1.12 (paragraphs 3.4.2.1 to 3.4.2.12 and annex 6) (refer also to paragraph 2.17 of document MSC 86/8);

6. agree8 with the Explanatory notes and guidance for the conduct of testing of LRIT Data Centres (paragraphs 3.4.1.1 to 3.4.1.6, 4.1.1 to 4.1.8 and annex 7);

7. provide to the LRIT Coordinator clear instructions on what is expected in connection with the review and audit of the performance of DCs and the IDE (paragraphs 7.1.1 to 7.3.5);

8. consider the proposed replies to the questions raised by the LRIT Coordinator in connection with certain technical issues relating to the review and audit of the performance of DCs and the IDE (paragraphs 7.8 and 7.9);

9. consider the proposed draft provisional arrangements for the review and audit of the performance of DCs (paragraph 7.12 and annex 8);



10. agree that the development of guidelines to aid Contracting Governments when considering or screening applications for recognition of ASPs and/or authorization as testing ASPs is no longer desirable (paragraphs 8.1.1 to 8.1.4);

11. note that the preparation of a continuity of service plan for the LRIT system has not progressed and to agree that the development of such a plan should be completed by MSC 87 (paragraphs 9.1.1 and 9.1.2); and

12. approve the report of the seventh session of the Group in general. MSC 86/6/2 and MSC 86/6/2/Corr.1 (IMSO) - Performance review and audit of the LRIT system This document provides information, as requested by resolution MSC.263(84), paragraph 14.7, on the Scale of Charges that will be levied by IMSO for performing functions of the LRIT Coordinator. MSC 86/6/3 (St Vincent and the Grenadines) - Guidance to SOLAS Contracting Governments claiming archipelagic States status when submitting geographic areas (polygons) for the implementation of the provisions of SOLAS regulation V/19-1.8.1 This document proposes guidance to be followed by SOLAS Contracting Governments claiming archipelagic State status when defining the various geographical areas for which information should be included in the LRIT Data Distribution Plan. MSC 86/6/4 (Canada) - Long-range Identification and Tracking of Ships (LRIT) This document provides information on the views of Canada regarding non-sharing of LRIT information to ensure the financial sustainability of the system. MSC 86/6/5 (United States) - Comments on MSC 86/6/3, Archipelagic States’ Polygons This document comments on MSC 86/6/3 submitted by Saint Vincent and the Grenadines and provides the views of the United States on archipelagic States’ polygons in the LRIT Data Distribution Plan, so as to fulfil the purpose of the LRIT system and provide intended access by coastal and port States to LRIT information while ships are within those archipelagic States’ archipelagic waters. MSC 86/6/6 (IMSO) - Performance review and audit of the LRIT system This document provides information, as requested by the Ad Hoc LRIT Group, on IMSO’s proposals, plans and intentions in relation to performing the functions of the LRIT Coordinator, and requests the Committee to decide on the purposes, scope conduct and methodology of the audit and review process. MSC 86/6/7 (IMSO) - Performance review and audit of the LRIT system - Methods for providing related data to the LRIT Coordinator This document invites the Committee to decide the method to be followed for sending to the LRIT Coordinator the data which are needed for the review and audit of the performance of LRIT Data Centres and of the International LRIT Data Exchange. MSC 86/INF.7 (IMSO) - Financial arrangements between LRIT Data Centres This document provides information on the outcome of a meeting between some LRIT Data Centre Operators to discuss possible financial arrangements between LRIT Data Centres.

8. Dangerous goods, solid cargoes and containers (Agenda Item 7)

Executive synopsis on this agenda item



Background: The Committee will consider matters emanating from the thirteenth session of the Sub-Committee not considered by MSC 85 and take action as indicated in paragraph 2 of document MSC 86/7. LR position: to monitor the decision of the Committee, especially discussions that may affect design of container ships. Implications: Although the Committee is just invited to note the action item 4 of MSC 86/7, there it would have significant impact on the current container ship design once the matter is concluded, as the size of the container securing bridge/platform on a container ship would affect length/breath of the container ships as well. Application: to be decided for each action taken by the Committee. The following instruments will be reviewed for approval/adoption:

Amendments to the Guidance on serious structural deficiencies in containers (CSC/Circ.134)) An amendment to the guidance has been developed for approval of the Committee. The amended text defines the serious structural deficiency for corner and intermediate fitting (Castings) of containers as follows:

“Missing corner fittings, any through cracks or tears in the fitting, any deformation of the fitting that precludes full engagement of securing or lifting fittings, any deformation of the fitting beyond 5 mm from its original plane, any aperture width greater than 66 mm, any aperture length greater than 127 mm, any reduction in thickness of the plate containing the top aperture that makes it less than 23 mm thick or any weld separation of adjoining components in excess of 50 mm in length.”

Implications: Inspection of containers Application: To containers

(Document submitted) MSC 86/7 (Secretariat) - Report of the thirteenth session of the Sub-Committee The Committee is invited to take action on matters emanating from DSC 13 other than urgent matters on which it took action at MSC 85. Action requested of the Committee The Committee is invited to:

1. approve the procedure for the adoption of future amendments to the IMSBC Code (paragraph 4.6);

2. decide on the necessity of considering the review of the Lists of solid bulk cargoes for which a fixed gas fire-extinguishing system may be exempted or for which a fixed gas fire-extinguishing system is ineffective (MSC/Circ.1146) (paragraph 4.17.3);

3. endorse the decision of the Sub-Committee that the best way to disseminate information on local regulations is to maintain this information in GISIS and to issue an MSC circular informing entities of the availability of such information in GISIS (paragraph 5.3);

4. note the outcome of consideration of the report of the Working Group on Amendments to the CSS Code (paragraph 8.4);

5. consider the observation of the Sub-Committee that MSC/Circ.1265 on Recommendations on the safe use of pesticides in ships applicable to fumigation



of cargo transport units would require updating in light of amendments to the IMDG Code and authorize the Sub-Committee accordingly (paragraph 9.5);

6. approve the draft CSC circular on Amendments to the Guidance on serious structural deficiencies in containers (paragraph 14.6 and annex 6);

7. note that the Sub-Committee, with regard to the Committee’s instruction to identify those non-mandatory instruments for which information for their implementation should be collected, supported, in general, the development of a GISIS module on non-mandatory instruments and recommendations to be kept updated by the Secretariat (paragraph 18.3); and

8. approve the report in general.

9. Radiocommunications and search and rescue (Agenda Item 8)

Executive synopsis on this agenda item Background: The Committee will consider the report of the thirteenth session of the Sub-Committee and take action as indicated in paragraph 2 of document MSC 86/8. Action in respect of the Sub-Committee’s work programme will be taken under agenda item 23. LR position: to monitor the discussion. Implications: There will be no concrete IMO instrument adopted that affect ship survey/product approval under this agenda item. Application: N/A. (Document submitted) MSC 86/8 (Secretariat) - Report of the thirteenth session of the Sub-Committee The Committee is to take action on and consider the following matters emanating from COMSAR 13 and, in particular to:

1. approve the draft MSC circular on the Revised Joint IMO/IHO/WMO Manual on Maritime Safety Information (MSI) (paragraph 3.19 and annex 11);

2. endorse the action of the Sub-Committee to instruct the Secretariat to circulate the COMSAR circular on the list of NAVAREA Coordinators (paragraph 3.20);

3. endorse the action of the Sub-Committee to instruct the Secretariat to prepare and circulate a COMSAR circular on “Guidance on distress alerts” (paragraph 4.9 and annex 2);

4. endorse the action of the Sub-Committee to instruct the Secretariat to convey a liaison statement to ITU and CIRM on Proposed new “DSC Class H” of DSC portable radio intended primarily for distress alerting and communication (paragraph 4.27 and annex 3);

5. endorse the action of the Sub-Committee to instruct the Secretariat to convey a liaison statement to ITU, IALA, IEC and CIRM on Automatic Identification System (AIS) Search and Rescue Transmitter (AIS-SART) (paragraph 4.33 and annex 4);

6. endorse the action of the Sub-Committee to instruct the Secretariat to convey a liaison statement to ITU on the Regulatory status of AIS frequencies for the ITU World Radiocommunication Conference 2011 (WRC-11) (paragraph 4.53 and annex 5);

7. instruct the NAV Sub-Committee to consider issues related to the status of the current AIS frequencies and advise COMSAR 14 accordingly (paragraph 4.54);

8. instruct the DSC Sub-Committee to consider the issue of tracking and identification of cargo containers and advise COMSAR 14 accordingly (paragraph 4.59);



9. instruct the NAV Sub-Committee to consider future spectrum requirement with respect to e-navigation and advise COMSAR 14 accordingly (paragraph 4.64);

10. authorize the Secretariat to forward the draft IMO position, directly after COMSAR 14 and prior to approval by MSC 87, to ITU-R Working Party 5B in order to inform ITU in time on the status of the IMO position regarding WRC-11 (paragraph 4.78);

11. note the issues of relevance to the maritime services on the agenda of WRC-11 and the detailed preliminary draft IMO position relating to WRC-11, Agenda items 1.2, 1.3, 1.5, 1.7, 1.9, 1.10, 1.15, 1.17, 1.18, 1.19, 1.22, 1.23, 2, 4 and 8. (paragraphs 4.43 to 4.80 and annex 6);

12. endorse the action of the Sub-Committee to instruct the Secretariat to convey a liaison statement to ITU on the Implementation of Resolution 355 (WRC-07) concerning the Maritime Manual (paragraph 4.83 and annex 7);

13. endorse the decision of the Sub-Committee on the re-establishment of the Joint IMO/ITU Experts Group, including its terms of reference, to be held from 23 to 25 June 2009 at IMO Headquarters (paragraph 4.84 and annex 8);

14. endorse the action of the Sub-Committee to instruct the Secretariat to circulate the revised COMSAR circular on the List of Rescue Coordination Centres (RCCs) associated with Inmarsat Land Earth Stations (LESs) (paragraph 5.4);

15. authorize the Secretariat to revise and publish the COMSAR circular on the List of Rescue Coordination Centres (RCCs) associated with Inmarsat Land Earth Stations (LESs) on an annual basis, without bringing it first to the attention of the Sub-Committee for approval (paragraph 5.5);

16. endorse the action of the Sub-Committee to instruct the Secretariat to update and circulate the List of documents and publications which should be held by a Maritime Rescue Coordination Centre (MRCC) (paragraph 5.7);

17. instruct the Ad Hoc LRIT working group to prepare a proposal for appropriate changes of the technical specifications, if necessary, in order to open the possibility for SAR Services to obtain information on specific ships (paragraph 6.34);

18. approve the terms of reference and provisional agenda for, and the convening of the 16th session of the ICAO/IMO JWG on Harmonization of Aeronautical and Maritime SAR (paragraph 6.54 and annex 9);

19. endorse the action of the Sub-Committee to instruct the Secretariat to circulate a COMSAR circular on AIS safety-related messaging (paragraph 7.8 and annex 10);

20. note the information with regard to the issue of AIS-EPIRB in relation to the proposal for a new work programme item in document MSC 86/23/1 by the United States (paragraphs 7.10 to 7.25);

21. approve the draft MSC circular on Adoption of amendments to the International Aeronautical and Maritime Search and Rescue (IAMSAR) Manual, taking into account ICAO’s concurrence to the inclusion of the proposed amendments into the IAMSAR Manual (paragraphs 8.3 and 8.4, and annex 11);

22. note the outcome of discussions with regard to the issue of Measures to protect the safety of persons rescued at sea (section 10); and

23. approve the report in general.

10. Training and Watchkeeping (Agenda Item 9)

Executive synopsis on this agenda item Background:



The Committee wil consider matters emanating from the fortieth session of the Sub-Committee and take action as indicated in paragraph 2 of document MSC 86/9. Action in respect of the Sub-Committee’s work programme will be taken under agenda item 23. The Committee will also receive the Secretary-General’s report called for by STCW regulation I/7, paragraph 2, on those STCW Parties whose evaluations have been completed; and will identify Parties found to be giving full and complete effect to the provisions of the revised Convention; and to take any subsequent appropriate action. The Committee will further receive the Secretary-General’s report for the STCW Parties who have communicated their report of independent evaluation pursuant to STCW regulation I/8, paragraph 3, and to take any subsequent appropriate action. The Committee will further consider, for approval, any new competent persons nominated by Governments (MSC 86/9/1) and take appropriate action. LR position: LR will note the progress made in IMO. Implications: No significant outcome is envisaged out of the discussion at this session. Application: For certification and training of seafarers (Document submitted) MSC 86/9 (Secretariat) - Report of the fortieth session of the Sub-Committee The Committee is to take action on matters emanating from STW 40, Action requested of the Committee The Committee is to:

1. note the Sub-Committee’s ongoing discussions regarding training for seafarer safety representative (SSR) and that it agreed to await the outcome of the Joint MSC/MEPC working group on the human element, scheduled to be convened at MEPC 59, relating to inclusion of provisions for SSR in the ISM Code with a view to MEPC 59 referring the outcome of that group on this matter and its own decision thereon directly to STW 41 to enable consideration of relevant training requirements for SSR, if required (paragraphs 5.4 to 5.14);

2. instruct NAV 55 to: 1. .1 review SOLAS regulation V/19.2.2.2 relating to the carriage of a

daylight signalling lamp, Annex IV of COLREGs and appendix 1 of the International Code of Signals prescribing the distress signal SOS to be sent by a signalling lamp, with a view to deleting the training requirements relating to visual signalling by Morse Code in the STCW Convention, and provide its advice to STW 41 (paragraph 7.1.4.1); and

2. .2 taking into account the user needs and current work on e-navigation, provide advice on the correct generic term to replace the terms “Decca” and “Loran” (paragraph 7.11.8);

3. approve the convening of an ad hoc intersessional meeting of the STW working group to progress work on the Comprehensive review of the STCW Convention and Code in accordance with the terms of reference, as set out in annex 4 (paragraph 7.12.1.1);

4. decide on the timing of the above intersessional meeting (paragraph 7.12.1.2); 5. approve, in principle, the preliminary draft revised text of the STCW Convention

and Code, as set out in annexes 1 to 3, prepared by the Sub-Committee with a view to finalization at STW 41 (paragraph 7.12.1.3);

6. authorize STW 41 to finalize the draft text of amendments to the STCW Convention and Code with a view to their circulation by the Secretary-General for consideration by the Diplomatic Conference; (paragraph 7.12.1.4);



7. request the Secretary-General, in consultation with the Director-General of ILO, to take appropriate action to convene the said Conference in the Philippines in June 2010, pending decisions by the Council and Assembly on the budget for the biennium 2010-2011 (paragraph 7.12.1.5);

8. request the Secretary-General to circulate the text of the proposed amendments, finalized by STW 41, to the Conference with a view to adoption (paragraph 7.12.1.6);

9. instruct NAV 55 to review, on a preliminary basis, the preliminary draft revised Assembly resolution on Principles of Safe Manning (resolution A.890(21), as amended) (paragraph 8.31.1 and annex 5); and

10. approve the report in general. MSC 86/9/1 and MSC 86/9/1/Add.1 (Secretariat) - List of competent persons to be maintained by the Secretary General pursuant to section A-I/7 of the STCW Code Section A-I/7 of the STCW Code requires the Secretary-General to maintain a list of competent persons approved by the Committee. This document gives, for the approval of the Committee, a list of persons nominated by Parties, to act as competent persons pursuant to section A-I/7 of the STCW Code. MSC 86/9/2 (Secretariat) - Go to sea! - Launch of a campaign to attract entrants to the shipping industry This document provides information relating to the launch of a campaign to attract new entrants to the shipping industry and retain existing seafarers in the maritime profession.

11. Fire Protection (Agenda Item 10)

Executive synopsis on this agenda item Background: The Committee will consider matters emanating from the fifty-third session of the Sub-Committee and take action as indicated in paragraph 2 of document MSC 86/10. Action in respect of the Sub-Committee’s work programme will be taken under agenda item 23. The following instrument will be finalized at this session. Proposed amendments to the SOLAS Convention (Subject to the final adoption at MSC 87)

(Amendments to SOLAS II-2 regulation 4.5.7 - Probability of ignition - Gas measurement and detection)

The FP Sub-Committee developed the draft amendments to SOLAS II-2 regulation 4.5.7 regarding gas measurement and detection. Implications: Manufacturers of fixed hydrocarbon gas detection systems, ship designers, shipbuilders, ship owners and Flag Administrations (and their Recognized Organizations). Application: New double hull oil tankers of 20,000 dwt and above.

Proposed amendment to the FSS Code (Subject to the final adoption at MSC 87)



(Amendment to Chapter 10 of the FSS Code (Sample extraction smoke detection systems))

This is a total revision of the chapter 10 of the FSS Code - Sample Extraction Smoke Detection Systems, including definition of component used in the detection system, clearer definition of the system, introduction of formula for interval for sampling, introduction (referencing) relevant standards, introduction of requirement for smoke accumulator etc. The changes are exhaustive but primarily are of the editorial nature. Implication: Changes made to the code is primarily clarifying current practices. Therefore, it is considered that impact to the design/installation of the current produced is nominal. Application: Entry into force is yet to be decided. It is intended that new ships will be required meet the new requirements for sample extraction smoke detection systems.

(Proposed FSS Code chapter 16 - Fixed hydrocarbon gas detection systems)

Amendment to the FSS Code has been proposed in conjunction with the amendment proposed to SOLAS Regulation II-2/4.5 7. After agreeing the number and location of sampling points and maximum hydrocarbon gas concentration limit, the FP Sub-Committee developed the draft new chapter 16 of the FSS Code on matters related to fixed hydrocarbon gas detection systems,. Implications: Manufacturers of fixed hydrocarbon gas detection systems, shipbuilders, ship owners and Flag Administrations (and their Recognized Organizations). Application: New double hull oil tankers of 20,000 dwt and above.

Draft MSC Resolutions

(Clarification on the implementation of resolution MSC.265(84) on amendments to the revised guidelines for approval of sprinkler systems equivalent to that referred to in SOLAS II-12)

The FP Sub-Committee developed draft amendments to the revised guidelines for approval of sprinkler systems equivalent to that referred to in SOLAS regulation II-2/12 (resolution A.800(19)) and the associated draft MSC. Implication: Manufacturers of sprinkler systems, fire test laboratories, ship designers, shipyards, ship owners, ship managers and Flag Administrations (and their Recognized Organizations). The validity of the product certified and or being developed under previous standards are clarified, in other words, in certain circumstances, the product developed under the previous standard can be still certified as meeting IMO standard until 1 July 2009 and the certified product can be still installed onboard while its certificate is still valid.



Application: Clarification is provided that the guidelines are applicable to equivalent sprinkler systems tested on or after 9 May 2008. Systems undergoing testing and approval in accordance with resolution A.800 (19) may be approved until 1 July 2009. Existing type approval certificates remain valid, and may be renewed to remain valid until 1 July 2015. Existing systems approved and installed on board are permitted to remain in service as long as serviceable.

Draft MSC Circulars

(Revised guidelines for the performance and testing criteria, and surveys of foam concentrates for fixed fire-extinguishing systems)

The FP Sub-Committee developed to the draft revised guidelines for the performance and testing criteria, and surveys of foam concentrates for fixed fire-extinguishing systems and the associated draft MSC circular for submission to MSC 86 for approval. These Guidelines apply to the foam concentrates used for fixed deck foam fire-extinguishing systems required for tankers by SOLAS regulations II-2/10.8 and chapter 14 of the International Code for Fire Safety Systems (FSS Code), and chemical tankers as specified by SOLAS regulation II-2/1.6.2.1.2 and the International Code for the Construction and Equipment of Ships Carrying Dangerous Chemicals in Bulk (IBC Code). These Guidelines also apply to foam concentrates for fixed foam fire-extinguishing systems in machinery spaces according to chapter 6 of the FSS Code and to portable foam applicators according to chapter 4 of the FSS Code. These Guidelines do not apply to the foam generating equipment, only the foam concentrate. Of particular note are the changes to the reference test and periodic re-test for protein-based alcohol-resistance foam concentrates. Implication: Manufacturers of fire fighting systems, fire test laboratories, shipyards, ship owners, ship managers and Flag Administrations (and their Recognized Organizations) are to use new guidelines for testing. Application: Once approved by MSC, it is intended that these revised guidelines will apply to foam concentrates used for fixed deck foam fire-extinguishing systems required for tankers and chemical tankers, foam concentrates for fixed foam fire-extinguishing systems in machinery spaces and to portable foam applicators. Existing type approvals will remain valid until 1 July 2012.

(Application of the revised Chapter 5 (fixed gas fire-extinguishing systems) of the FSS Code, as adopted by resolution MSC.206 (81))

The FP Sub-Committee developed draft MSC circular on guidance on the application of revised Chapter 5 (fixed gas fire-extinguishing systems) of the FSS Code, as adopted by resolution MSC.206(81), to clarify that the revised Chapter 5 should apply only to ships constructed on or after 1 July 2010. Implication: This is just a clarification of the existing requirements – thus there is not substantial impact to the industry.



Application: Clarification that the amendments to Chapter 5 of the FSS Code as contained in resolution MSC.206 (81) only apply to ships constructed on or after 1 July 2010.

(Interpretation of application of SOLAS II-2/10 and the FSS Code related to emergency fire pump capacity)

The FP Sub-Committee noted ambiguities regarding the capacity of emergency fire pumps when arranged to provide additional services (i.e., a fixed high-expansion foam system, a fixed pressure water-spraying fire-extinguishing system, or equivalent system) beyond the basic service as required by the FSS Code following the revision of SOLAS II-2 and introduction of the FSS Code. The Sub-Committee developed a draft MSC circular on Interpretation of application of SOLAS regulation II-2/10 and the FSS Code related to emergency fire pump capacity for submission to MSC 86 for approval. Implication: The interpretation clarifies the case where emergency fire pump are required to produce additional capacity for protecting machinery spaces. It may be resulted in the reduction or increase of the emergency pump capacity depending upon the interpretation previously used by the flag Administration or its recognized organizatons. Application: All new ships with an emergency fire pumps.

(Draft guidelines for the approval of dry chemical powder fire-extinguishing systems for the protection of ships carrying liquefied gases in bulk)

The FP Sub-Committee developed the draft guidelines for the approval of dry chemical powder fire-extinguishing systems for the protection of ships carrying liquefied gases in bulk and associated draft MSC Circular. Under these guidelines, discharge testing and vibration testing are omitted because of the verification done as a component test.

Implication: Although these guidelines will affect primarily the manufacturers of emergency fire pumps, fire test laboratories, ship designers, shipyards, ship owners, ship managers, and Flag Administrations (and their Recognized Organizations), there seems to be no substantial impact out of these guidelines. Application: Approval of fixed dry chemical powder fire-extinguishing systems for the protection of on-deck cargo areas of ships carrying liquefied gases in bulk. Applicable to all ships carrying liquefied gases in bulk constructed on or after the approval date of the MSC circular.

(Guidelines on determining the no observed adverse effect level (NOAEL) and lowest observed adverse effect level (LOAEL) values for halocarbon fire-extinguishing agents)

The FP Sub-Committee developed draft guidelines on determining the no observed adverse effect level (NOAEL) and lowest observed adverse effect level (LOAEL) values for halocarbon fire-extinguishing agents and associated draft MSC circular for submission to MSC 86 for approval.



These guidelines have been developed to give guidance concerning an acceptable method to determine NOAEL and LOAEL referred to in MSC.1/1267 Amendments to the Revised Guidelines for approval of equivalent fixed gas fire-extinguishing systems, as referred to in SOLAS, for machinery spaces and cargo pump-rooms (MSC/Circ.848), it clarifies test standard (standard protocol) that has been used in practice. Implication: In principle, the guidance put industry practice into the guidelines, therefore, not significant impact is expected. Nevertheless, manufacturers of fixed gas fire-extinguishing systems, fire test laboratories, ship designers, shipyards, ship owners, ship managers, and Flag Administrations (and their Recognized Organizations) should be aware of these guidelines. Application: Approval of equivalent fixed gas fire-extinguishing systems, as referred to in SOLAS, for machinery spaces and cargo pump-rooms.

(Application for existing approvals according to the revised guidelines for approval of equivalent fixed gas fire-extinguishing systems, as referred to in SOLAS, for machinery spaces and cargo pump-rooms (MSC/Circ.848))

The FP Sub-Committee developed a draft MSC circular on application for existing approvals according to the revised guidelines for approval of equivalent fixed gas fire-extinguishing systems, as referred to in SOLAS, for machinery spaces and cargo pump-rooms (MSC/Circ.848), for submission to MSC 86 for approval. Implication: Although the circular will not be resulted in a significant change to the present practice, manufacturers of fixed gas fire-extinguishing systems, fire test laboratories, ship designers, shipyards, ship owners, and Flag Administrations (and their Recognized Organizations). Application: Clarification that type approvals conducted in accordance with revised guidelines for approval of equivalent fixed gas fire-extinguishing systems, as referred to in SOLAS, for machinery spaces and cargo pump-rooms (MSC/Circ.848) should remain valid until 1 July 2012.

(Guidelines for maintenance and inspections of fixed carbon dioxide fire-extinguishing systems)

The Sub-Committee developed draft MSC circular on guidelines for maintenance and inspections of fixed carbon dioxide fire-extinguishing systems, for submission to MSC 86 for approval. These guidelines provide the minimum recommended level of maintenance and inspections for fixed carbon dioxide systems. Implication: The guidelines, in principle incorporated current practices, however, the manufacturers’ inspection manual should be reviewed/revised in accordance with the guidelines. Ship owners, ship managers and Flag Administrations (and their Recognized Organizations) are to note this development and put the guidelines into shipboard SMS. Application: All ships with a fixed carbon dioxide fire-extinguishing system.



(Recommendation for the evaluation of fire performance and approval of large fire doors)

The FP Sub-Committee developed that fundamental requirements for the testing and evaluation of large fire doors (e.g. two- or four-leaf fire doors, very high (two or more deck heights) and wide (equal to the width of a large atrium) fire doors and wide shutter-type fire doors used in car carriers) was necessary. It was considered the requirements for large doors (larger than those specified in MSC/Circ.1273) and agreed it was premature to include the proposed analysis method into the draft revised Code as a mandatory part and so prepared recommendatory text.

(The draft Guidelines for the drainage of fire-fighting water from vehicle and ro-ro spaces and special category spaces for passenger and cargo ships)

The FP Sub-Committee finalised the text and developed the draft Guidelines for the drainage of fire-fighting water from vehicle and ro-ro spaces and special category spaces for passenger and cargo ships and the associated draft MSC circular. There is a submission on this guideline (MSC 86/10/1), which indicates that the size of the scupper may not be sufficient. This point will be discussed at MSC 86. Further, while a reference is made to the 2008 IS Code in the guidelines in paragraph 4.2 of the guideline,, it is not clear which part (part A or B) the reference is made to.

Implications: Shipbuilders, ship owners and Flag Administrations (and their Recognized Organizations). Application: All new ships with vehicle, special category and ro-ro spaces, and in addition the protection of drain openings on board existing ships with such spaces. Once adopted these guidelines assist with the implementation of new amendments to SOLAS expected to enter into force on 1 January 2010.

(Guidelines for measures to prevent fires in engine-rooms and cargo pump-rooms)

The FP Sub-Committee developed to the draft Guidelines for measures to prevent fires in engine-rooms and cargo pump-rooms and associated draft MSC circular, for submission to MSC 86 for approval. Implications: Although the guidelines being developed will be non-mandatory, there will be an impact on ship designers, shipbuilders, ship managers and Flag Administrations (and their Recognized Organizations). Application: These non-mandatory guidelines are intended for the application of fire safety engineering design to provide technical justification and installation guidance on measures to prevent fire in engine-rooms, cargo pump-rooms and other fire-prone spaces. Gas fuels used for turbines, engines or boilers are not mentioned in this Guideline thus should satisfy relevant regulations and Codes developed by IMO.



(Location of oil tanks in engine rooms – Clarification of SOLAS Reg. II-2/4.2.2.3.2)

The FP Sub-Committee developed to the draft interpretations for SOLAS II-2 regulation 4.2.2.3.2 and the associated draft MSC circular.

Draft FP Circular (for Endorsement)

(Explosion of an engine mock-up during test)

The FP Sub-Committee approved an FP Circular informing of the explosion hazard associated with the test procedure contained in the revised guidelines for the approval of equivalent water-based fire-extinguishing systems for machinery spaces and cargo pump-rooms (MSC/Circ.1165), and invited MSC 86 to endorse the action taken. Implications: This is just for information to the industry, however, fire test laboratories should pay due attention to this circular. Application: When undertaking testing to the revised guidelines for the approval of equivalent water-based fire-extinguishing systems for machinery spaces and cargo pump-rooms (MSC/Circ.1165) and other machinery space fire tests.

(Document submitted) MSC 86/10 (Secretariat) – Report of the fifty-third session of the Sub- The Committee is invited to take action on matters emanating from FP 53. Action requested of the Committee The Committee is to:

1. approve the draft MSC circular on Revised Guidelines for the performance and testing criteria, and surveys of foam concentrates for fixed fire-extinguishing systems (paragraph 3.17 and annex 1*);

2. approve the draft amendments to chapter 10 of the FSS Code, regarding sample extraction smoke detection systems (paragraph 3.19 and annex 4);

3. approve the draft MSC circular on Guidance for application of the revised chapter 5 of the FSS Code, as adopted by resolution MSC.206(81) (paragraph 3.24 and annex 5);

4. approve the draft amendments to chapter 1 of the FSS Code, in order to make it clear that amendments to the Code adopted after 1 July 2002 should, unless expressed otherwise, apply only to ships constructed on or after the date on which the amendments enter into force (paragraph 3.25 and annex 6);

5. approve the draft MSC circular on Application of SOLAS regulation II-2/10 and chapter 12 of the FSS Code related to emergency fire pump capacity (paragraph 3.27 and annex 7);

6. adopt the draft MSC resolution on Amendments to the Revised Guidelines for approval of sprinkler systems equivalent to that referred to in SOLAS regulation II-2/12 (resolution A.800(19)) (paragraph 3.28 and annex 8);

7. approve the draft MSC circular on Guidelines for the approval of fixed dry chemical powder fire-extinguishing systems for the protection of ships carrying liquefied gases in bulk (paragraph 3.29 and annex 9);

8. approve the draft MSC circular on Guidelines on determining the no observed adverse effect level (NOAEL) and lowest observed adverse effect level (LOAEL) values for halocarbon fire-extinguishing agents (paragraph 3.32 and annex 10);



9. endorse the Sub-Committee’s action in approving and issuing FP.1/Circ.38 on Explosion of an engine mock-up during test (paragraph 3.33);

10. approve the draft MSC circular on Application for existing approvals according to the Revised Guidelines for the approval of equivalent fixed gas fire-extinguishing systems, as referred to in SOLAS 74, for machinery spaces and cargo pump-rooms (MSC/Circ.848) (paragraph 3.35 and annex 11);

11. approve the draft MSC circular on Guidelines for maintenance and inspections of fixed carbon dioxide fire-extinguishing systems (paragraph 3.36 and annex 12);

12. approve the draft MSC circular on Recommendation for the evaluation of fire performance and approval of large fire doors (paragraph 4.14 and annex 13);

13. approve, in principle, the draft International Code for the Application of Fire Test Procedures, 2010 (2010 FTP Code) and the associated draft MSC resolution, with a view to adoption at MSC 87 (paragraph 4.26 and annex 14);

14. approve the draft amendments to SOLAS regulation II-2/1, with a view to adoption at MSC 87 (paragraph 4.28 and annex 15);

15. note the Sub-Committee’s consideration of matters related to measures to prevent explosions on new oil and chemical tankers transporting low-flash point cargoes (paragraphs 5.1 to 5.28);

16. approve the draft MSC circular on Guidelines for the drainage of fire-fighting water from closed vehicle and ro-ro spaces and special category spaces of passenger and cargo ships (paragraph 7.11 and annex 16);

17. approve the draft MSC circular on Guidelines for measures to prevent fires in engine-rooms and cargo pump-rooms (paragraph 10.5 and annex 17);

18. note that the Sub-Committee finalized chapters II and III of the draft Interim Guidelines on safety for gas-fuelled engine installations in ships relating to fire protection, for referral to the BLG Sub-Committee for coordination purposes (paragraphs 11.3 and 11.4);

19. approve the draft MSC circular on Unified interpretations of SOLAS chapter II-2 (paragraph 12.10 and annex 18);

20. approve the draft amendments to SOLAS regulation II-2/4.5.7, regarding gas measurement and detection, with a view to adoption at MSC 87 (paragraph 13.6 and annex 19);

21. approve the draft new chapter 16 of the FSS Code on matters related to fixed hydrocarbon gas detection systems, with a view to adoption at MSC 87 (paragraph 13.11 and annex 20);

22. note the outcome of the Sub-Committee’s consideration of matters related to codes, recommendations, guidelines and other non-mandatory instruments (paragraphs 22.2 and 22.3);

23. note that the Sub-Committee finalized draft amendments to the MODU Code on matters related to fire protection, for referral to the DE Sub-Committee for coordination purposes (paragraphs 22.5 to 22.12);

24. note that the Sub-Committee agreed to the provisions of the draft Safety recommendations for decked fishing vessels of less than 12 metres in length and undecked fishing vessels, relating to general provisions and fire safety, for referral to the SLF Sub-Committee for coordination purposes (paragraph 22.19); and

25. approve the report in general. 26. The Committee is also invited to approve the proposed revised work programme

of the 27. Sub-Committee and the provisional agenda for FP 54 (paragraph 20.2 and annex

21) and endorse the status of the planned outputs of the High-level Action Plan of the Organization and priorities for the 2008-2009 biennium relating to the



Sub-Committee’s work (paragraph 20.3 and annex 22) under agenda item 23 (Work programme)

MSC 86/10/1 (Panama) - Research findings on effectiveness of drainage systems in closed vehicle and ro-ro spaces and special category spaces This document details research work contributing to ongoing discussions within the FP Sub-Committee on the draft Guidelines for the drainage of fire-fighting water from closed vehicle and ro-ro spaces and special category spaces for passenger and cargo ships.

12. Bulk liquids and gases (Agenda Item 11)

Executive synopsis on this agenda item Background: The Committee will consider urgent matters emanating from the thirteenth session of the Sub-Committee and take action as indicated in paragraph 2 of document MSC 86/11. Action in respect of the Sub-Committee’s work programme will be taken under agenda item 23. The following instrument will be finalized at this session. Draft MSC Resolutions

(Interim Guidelines on Safety for Natural Gas-Fuelled Engine Installations in Ships)

The use of gas as fuel in many types of ships, both passenger ships and cargo ships (other than gas tankers using cargo boil off), is becoming increasingly more interesting as an alternative to conventional fuel. The BLG Sub-Committee developed a text of the Interim Guidelines on Safety for Natural Gas Fuelled Engine Installations in Ships. A footnote will be inserted for regulation II-1/26 to the IMO publication of the SOLAS Convention making reference to this resolution. Implications: These interim guidelines would be non mandatory but are intended to provide an international standard for ships with natural gas-fuelled engine installation. It is the intention that these guidelines are an interim measure until the IMO fully develop an International Code for the Safety Gas Fuel Ships which it is expected would be mandatory. Application: To all ships using LNG as a fuel except those regulated by the IGC Code. Additionally, see the comments under Agenda Item 13 regarding co-firing gas and liquid fuels as a means of achieving compliance with MARPOL Annex VI regulation 14 – SOx emissions

(Revised Recommendation for Material Safety Data Sheets for MARPOL Annex I Cargoes and Marine Fuel Oils)

The BLG developed a final draft of the recommendations for material data safety sheets for MARPOL Annex I cargoes and fuel oils which contains the format of the information to be included in every MSDS. A MSDS is to be made available to ship prior to loading a MARPOL Annex I cargoes or loading fuel for ships use as required by SOLAS Regulation VI/5-1 (See section 4 (agenda item 3) above).



Implications: The requirement to carry an MSDS will become mandatory under SOLAS from 1 July 2009 and will affect the owners and shippers of all ships using oil as fuel and all ships carrying MARPOL Annex I cargoes Application: All ships

Proposed MSC-MEPC Circular

(Prohibition of blending operation on board at sea) In conjunction with the discussion on the carriage of bio-fuel blend, the BLG Sub-Committee is inviting the Committees to consider issuing an MSC-MEPC circular concerning prohibition of blending operations on board at sea. However, no proposed text has been prepared.

Draft MSC Circulars

(Unified interpretation of the IBC Code) The BLG Sub-Committee considered and agreed the UI IACS proposed unified interpretation UI CC5 on fire protection and fire extinction relevant to the IBC Code, paragraphs 11.1.1.3 and 11.1.1.4 (BLG 13/8) which will now be forwarded to MSC for publication as an MSC circular Implications: - Paragraphs 11.1.1.3 and 11.1.1.4 of the IBC Code will be applied as follows

with effect from 1 January 2009 : - SOLAS Regulations II-2/10.2 and 10.4 apply to cargo ships of 500 gross

tonnage and over under SOLAS and to chemical carriers, regardless of size, under the IBC Code.

- SOLAS II-2/10.5, except for sub-paragraph 10.5.6, applies to chemical tankers, regardless of size, constructed on/after 1 July 1986.

- SOLAS II-2/10.5.6 applies only to chemical tankers constructed on/after 1 July 2002 and of 2,000 gt and above.

Application: Chemicals carriers certified under the IBC Code

(Amendments to the Revised Standards for the Design, Testing and Location of Devices to Prevent the Passage of Flame into Cargo Tanks in Tankers (MSC/Circ.677, as Amended by MSC/Circ.1009))

The BLG subcommittee developed the text of a circular which will amend MSC/Circ 677(as amended by MSC/Circ 1009) which will require that devices are now required to be tested to ensure that the Maximum Experimental Safe Gap (MESG) is appropriate for the products the tank on which the device is fitted is certified to carry under the IBC Code. The appropriate MESG for a product will be based on the information assigned in column i’’ in chapter 17 of the IBC Code. There is a proposed MSC Circular to be sent out with a list of the Chemicals that are missing the required information. This will be fed into the next changes to the chemical code expected to come into force 1 January 2013.



The revised guidelines will apply to ships constructed on or after 1 January 2013 and to ships constructed before 1 January 2013 on later than the first scheduled dry dock carried out on or after 1 January 2013 Implications: Manufactures of devices to prevent the passage of flame into cargo tanks will need to retest the devices they manufacture for compliance with the revised test standard. Owners, managers and operators of tankers certified for cargoes under the IBC Code will be required to ensure the devices to prevent flame entering cargo tanks are correctly certified and where necessary replace the devices. Owners, managers and operators should therefore liaise with the manufacture of these devices regards certification and supply of replacement devices when necessary. Chemical Manufacturers will need to supply the missing data to the IMO via their Flag Authorities, estimated by 31 December 2010. Otherwise there may be a disruption to trade of chemicals. Application: No definable at this stage

(Draft MSC Circular on Missing Information on Apparatus Group in Column “I” of Chapter 17b of the IBC Code)

In conjunction with the above circular, another circular addressing that the fact that information on apparatus groups in column “i’’ is missing in relation to a large number of products listed in chapter 17 of the IBC Code, as set out in annex 1 to this circular. Implication and application – see above MSC Circular on Amendments to the Revised Standards for the Design, Testing and Location of Devices to Prevent the Passage of Flame into Cargo Tanks in Tankers (MSC/Circ.677, as Amended by MSC/Circ.1009).

(Document submitted) MSC 86/11 (Secretariat) - Report of the thirteenth session of the Sub-Committee The Committee is invited to take action on matters emanating from BLG 13. Action requested of the Committee: The Committee is to take action on safety-related matters, as follows:

1. consider the Sub-Committee’s recommendation to issue an MSC-MEPC circular concerning prohibition of blending operations on board at sea and take action as appropriate (paragraph 4.15*);

2. adopt the draft MSC resolution on Interim Guidelines on safety for natural gas-fuelled engine installations in ships (paragraph 6.14 and annex 9);

3. note the Sub-Committee’s action with regard to the footnote to SOLAS regulation II-1/26 (paragraph 6.16);

4. approve the draft MSC circular on Unified interpretation of the IBC Code (paragraph 8.1 and annex 11);

5. adopt the draft MSC resolution on Recommendations for material safety data sheets (MSDS) for MARPOL Annex I oil cargo and oil fuel (paragraph 10.7 and annex 12);

6. approve, subject to the concurrent decision of MEPC 59, the holding of an intersessional meeting of the ESPH Working Group in 2010 (paragraph 15.9);



7. approve the draft MSC circular on Amendments to the Revised Standards for the design, testing and locating of devices to prevent the passage of flame into cargo tanks in tankers (MSC/Circ.677) (paragraph 17.9.1 and annex 25);

8. approve the draft MSC circular on Missing information on apparatus groups in column “i" of chapter 17 of the IBC Code (paragraph 17.9.2 and annex 26); and

9. approve the report in general. 10. The Committee is also to approve the proposed revised work programme of the

Sub-Committee and the provisional agenda for BLG 14 (paragraph 15.1 and annex 23) and to endorse the status of planned outputs of the High-level Action Plan of the Organization and priorities for the 2008-2009 biennium, relating to the Sub-Committee’s work (paragraph 15.2 and annex 24) under agenda item 23 (Work programme).

13. Ship design and equipment (Agenda Item 12)

Executive synopsis on this agenda item Background: The Committee will consider urgent matters emanating from the fifty-second session of the Sub-Committee and take action as indicated in paragraph 2 of document MSC 86/12. Action in respect of the Sub-Committee’s work programme will be taken under agenda item 23. The following instrument will be finalized at this session. Proposed amendments to the SOLAS Convention (Subject to the final adoption at MSC 87)

(Draft amendments to the SOLAS Regulation III/1)

Draft amendments to SOLAS III/1 will require the lifeboat on-load release mechanisms of all ships to be replaced if they are assessed and identified as being of a “poor and unstable design” (as described above). These draft amendments will be submitted to MSC 86 for approval and subsequent adoption. Recognising that the evaluation, identification and replacement of existing “poor and unstable design” release mechanisms is a complex issue, the Sub-Committee agreed that suitable guidelines in the form on an MSC Circular should be developed at the next session, including sharing of information between Administrations by means of an envisioned central database. Implications:

Shipowners & Ship managers: - Existing ships: Identify whether existing lifeboats on-load release

mechanisms have been evaluated and identified as being of a “safe design/have a good safety record”. If not, replacement of release mechanisms will be required.

- New ships: On-load release mechanisms on lifeboats installed on/after the entry into force of the amendments to the LSA Code will be required to comply with the new requirements in full.

Manufacturers: Ensure that past and existing lifeboats on-load release mechanism designs have been evaluated as being a “safe design/have a good safety record”. If not then clients will require replacement mechanisms. New



mechanisms will be required to comply with the new requirements of the LSA Code in full and be suitably type approved. Flag Administration and its RO (Classification Society): Ensure that past and existing lifeboat on-load release mechanism designs are evaluated to verify whether they are of a “safe design/have a good safety record” and share this information with other Administrations.

(Draft SOLAS Regulation II-1/3-X – Corrosion protection of cargo oil tank of crude oil tankers)

The DE Sub-Committee developed the draft SOLAS Regulation for submission to MSC 86 and subsequent adoption at a future session. It is intended that the SOLAS regulation and the mandatory performance standard would be adopted simultaneously as a package. This regulation makes the performance standard mandatory. The date of entry into force of this requirement is not yet decided at this stage. The following are the key points of the draft SOLAS Regulation: - It sets up entry into force date by building contract, keel lay date and

delivery date (in the same manner current SOLAS Reg. II-1/3-2 defines); - It refers to mandatory coating standard, which is under development at

present; - It accepts alternative measures – i.e., use of the corrosion resistant steel,

subject to compliance with the mandatory standard that will be developed by IMO.

- The requirements do not apply to combination carriers and chemical tankers. Implications:

Owner and builders: the coating standard will affect fabrication process of crude oil tanker and to some design, design itself. Builder would be required to have a qualified paint inspector for the job. Flag Administrations and their ROs (Classification Societies): to be ready for the appropriate implementation once this discussion is concluded in IMO.

Application: To New crude oil tankers of 5000 dwt or above engaged on international voyages.

Proposed amendment to the LSA Code (Subject to the final adoption at MSC 87)

(Draft amendments to the LSA Code – paragraph 4.4.7.6)

The DE Sub-Committee considered new criteria for safer lifeboat on-load release hooks, and agreed that existing hooks with “poor and unstable design” are to be replaced, but existing hooks which “are of a safe design/have a good safety record” may continue in service. The following criteria were agreed for “poor and unstable design”:

1. Hooks that transfer loads to the release cables; 2. Hooks that have locking devices that may turn open due to forces from the

hook load; and 3. Hooks made of material requiring paint or galvanizing in the hook/hook

attachment or the release mechanism.



[Note it was agreed that only new hooks should be fully corrosion resistant, as the Sub-Committee recognized the practicable difficulty of implementing the replacement of the majority of existing hooks which would not meet this criterion.]

In addition, the DE Sub-Committee agreed that in addition to the first two criteria above, the lack of automatic reset of hydrostatic interlock device (if fitted) should be added as an additional criterion for replacement or modification due to “poor and unstable design”. In addition to the above criteria, the Sub-Committee agreed new requirements for lifeboats on-load release mechanisms based on the following elements:

• durable corrosion resistant construction materials • safe operation not reliant on maintenance of critical manufacturing

tolerances; and • Provided with means to enable release only at a safe height (on or

immediately above the water).

For application and implication, reference is to be made to amendment to SOLAS Chapter III Regulation 1 given above.

(Draft amendments to the LSA Code Section 4.2 and 4.3)

As a consequence of the changing the assumed weight of the individual from 75kg to 82.5kg, necessary amendments were proposed for the relevant sections. Although the design criteria were increased for all liferafts it was understood that increase in weight was more applicable to cargo ships than passenger ships. As such, the new design criteria will apply across all ship types. However for existing ships, they will only be required to replace existing equipment if they changed the equipment currently installed onboard. In the case of passenger ships this can become very confusing, noting that a number of liferafts are installed onboard and often are taken ashore annually in a large number for servicing during which time loaners are provided. It is hoped that the MSC circular when developed will address the fact that the loaners need not be to the new requirement as it is intended that upon completion of the annual servicing the previous rafts will be returned to the ship. The DE Sub-Committee further agreed that the launching appliances for liferafts onboard passenger ships need not be replaced. The DE Sub-Committee further considered that the new design criteria will not apply to MES systems as these were normally only fond onboard passenger ships. Further the group considered that HSC are normally passenger ships and as such the MSC Cir when developed will provide further guidance in this respect.

Implications:

Manufacturers: May need to develop new designs for the future liferafts and their launching appliances Owner & builder: may need to acquire system meeting new standards Flag Administrations and their ROs (Classification Societies): need to be ready for the implementation.



Application: to liferafts and launching appliances required by SOLAS Chapter III & LSA Code used onboard cargo ships of 500 gt or over engaged on international voyages.

Draft Assembly Resolutions

(Draft Assembly resolution on the code on alerts and indicators 2009) This is the comprehensive revision of the Assembly Resolution A.830 (19) - the Code on Alarms and Indicators, 1995. Using IACS document (DE 52/4/2) as a basis of its work and taking into account the various documents submitted and opinions expressed at this session, the DE Sub-Committee prepared the draft code for submission to MSC 86 (May 2009) for approval and for concurrence by MEPC 59 (July 2009), and subsequent adoption at the 26th session of the Assembly (November 2009). It should be noted that:

- The title of the code was changed from “Alarm and indicators” to “Alerts and Indicators”. According to the draft code, the alerts are defined as “announcing abnormal situation and conditions requiring attention”. It is further classified as:

- Emergency alarms - Alarm - Warning - Caution

- The DE Sub-Committee did not concur the proposal made by one delegation in the Working Group to delete “warning” and “caution” from the list of definitions in paragraph 4.1 of the draft Code, despite the concern by the delegation that these terms may cause confusion as other industry standards define “warning” and “caution” as alerting to a higher level of threat than the Code. Although both terms are only once referenced in the Code the Sub-Committee believes that the definitions of these terms as drafted are in line with IMO’s existing terminology.

- The term “Signal” was also inserted in the code defining it as an audible indication, forming a counterpart to the exiting definition of “indicator” as a visual indication.

- Passenger ship safety centre was inserted in the code. Implications: While this code is a stand alone non-mandatory instrument, in general, the code will be widely used for the design and approval of all shipborne controls. Therefore, manufacturers and builders should be aware of these developments and take into consideration when designing new equipment and system onboard. Application: to all shipboard alerts (alarms) and indicators which are required by the 1974 SOLAS Convention, as amended, including the Performance standards referred to, MARPOL 73/78 as amended and associated instruments (IBC, BCH, IGC, Gas Carrier, 2000 HSC, [20xx] MODU, Nuclear Merchant Ships, Diving, IMDG, FSS and LSA Codes; 1993 Torremolinos Protocol, Guidelines for IGS, Standards for VEC).

(Draft Assembly resolution on the Revised MODU Code)



The DE Sub-Committee developed the consolidated text of the draft revised MODU Code. The new code takes into account revisions made to other IMO instrument since adoption of the previous code. A proposal by an industry member stating that the code should be applicable to the units, the keels of which are laid or which are at a similar stage of construction two years following date of adoption, was agreed, subject to the concurrent of the MSC and the Assembly. Tentatively, a draft Assembly Resolution will contain effective date as “[1 January 2012]” subject to the final decision at the Assembly. It should be noted that the degree of the revision is very exhaustive. The revised Code has substantial impact on the design and construction of the MODUs, e.g., the requirements of PSPC (Performance Standard for Protective Coating). Further comments are submitted to MSC 86 by IADC (MSC 86/12/3) Implications:

Builders: This will affect design of the MODU. E.g., - Reference to MSC.215 (82) – Performance standard for protective coatings

for dedicated seawater ballast tanks in all types of ships and double-side skin spaces of bulk carriers, will have significant impact in the fabrication process.

- Reference to MSC.1/Circ. 1212 – Guidelines on alternative design and arrangements for SOLAS Chapter II-1 and III, will provide considerable freedom.

Owners & Operators: The code also includes operational aspects, which affect MODU’s SMS as per ISM Code. Flag Administration and its RO (Classification Society): As many flag Administrations incorporate the current MODU Code into their national legislation, this amendment will have impact on them.

Application: to new MODUs, keels of which are laid on 1 January 2012 and thereafter, is suggested at present.

(Draft Assembly Resolution on Guidelines for Ships Operating in Polar Waters)

The DE Sub-Committee developed the revised Guidelines for ships operating in Arctic ice-covered waters (MSC/Circ.1056 – MEPC/Circ.399), for submission to the MSC and MEPC for approval with a view to adoption by the 26th session of the Assembly. The key amendments include the following items:

1. Amendment of the title to “Guidelines for Ship Operating in Polar Waters” in recognition of additional challenges in Polar waters other than ice-coverage and to reflect the recommendatory nature of the provisions;

2. Amendments to the preamble to emphasise the need to consider the nature of the operations that are anticipated and provisions for environmental protection;

3. Amendments to the provisions to the propulsion power to include the icebreaking capability and risk of structural damage. In addition, the IACS URs for Polar Class ships were extensively discussed and the equivalency



between other standards, taking into account the Russian experience of operating Arctic ships;

4. Amendments to the damage stability provisions to consider SOLAS chapter II-1;

5. Amendments to the life saving and fire fighting arrangements to take into account the temperatures during seasonal operation;

6. Amendments to incorporate greater flexibility in the provision of survival kits;

7. Amendments to specify totally enclosed or partial lifeboats depending on the anticipated operation;

8. Amendments to specify that the provisions for navigational equipment are applicable to all ships operating in Polar waters;

9. Amendments to the provisions for operational manuals for clarity and removal of provisions that may conflict with drill requirements contained in other IMO instruments;

10. Amendments to include provisions for environmental protection and damage control to take into account any applicable National and International rules and regulations and industry best practice;

There is a submission paper at MSC 86 addressing further work necessary toward the development of a mandatory instrument (MSC 86/12/4) Implications: Although this is a non-mandatory instrument, it may affect design and operation of ships operating in the polar region. The code includes a wide range of design/equipment related issues, such as damage stability, life-saving appliances etc. Application: Although these guidelines are voluntary they are intended for the ships constructed on or after 1 January 2011. There is no size limitation. It is intended to apply to ships operating in the Antarctic and the Arctic Waters (definition of these waters are given in the guidelines). Existing ships are encouraged to comply with the code as far as reasonable and practical.

Draft MSC Resolutions

(Draft amendments to the Revised Recommendation on Testing of Life-Saving appliances (Resolution MSC.81 (70))

Necessary changes have been proposed in section 5 and 6 in conjunction with changes proposed to the LSA Code. For application and implication, reference is to be made to amendment to the LSA Code (Section 4.2.2 and 4.2.3) given above.

Draft MSC Circulars

(Draft MSC Circular on Guidelines for the fitting and use of fall preventer device)

The following is the summary of the circular: - Use of locking pin is accepted but not to modify existing equipment by

drilling a hole; - Use of FPDs should be clearly given in the ships SMS documentation

required by the ISM Code;



- As this is an interim measure, until the launching mechanism (hook) is re-assessed and replaced, if necessary, the type approval of FPD is not required. Although the type approval of FPD is not mandatory, it is expected that FPD will satisfy the design criteria as specified in the circular and may be issued by a company acceptable to an Administration. The circular also specified the requirement for inspection and testing. As this is an interim measure, until the launching mechanism (hook) is re-assessed and replaced, if necessary, the type approval of FPD is not required.

- As an interim measure ISM auditors may be required to review the training documentation as it relates to the use of FPDs as it is expected that guidelines be incorporated in the ISM documentation with regards to the use of FPDs which as per the proposed MSC circular.

Implications:

Shipowners & Ship managers: Consider the temporary use of FPDs to prevent accidents, ensure any modifications to existing hooks are approved by the type approval authority and a Flag Administration. Train crew in the use of FPDs. Manufacturers: Consider the design of past/existing hooks for the fitting of FPDs, and where modifications are required seek approval from the type approval authority and Flag Administration. Flag Administration: Ensure that any modifications to existing hooks are approved as appropriate.

Application: Lifeboats with on-load release mechanisms

(Amendments to MSC.1/Circ.1206 - authorization of independent service providers to lifeboats)

A draft MSC Circular is prepared to update MSC Circ. 1206 taking into account various development since the approval of the circular. As the circular is given in the footnote of SOLAS Regulation III/20, the DE Sub-Committee agreed to keep the circular number and issue it as Rev.1, when it is approved by MSC 86. While the amendments to MSC Cir 1206 enabled the application of MSC Cir 1277, there was still a problem with the enforcement of requiring manufacturers to provide certain information to service agents. IACS specifically stated that in practice was difficult as they did not have the authority to require manufacturers to give up such information or equipment due to intellectual property rights and further questioned whether Administration could do the same. There will be further discussion on this document at MSC 86 (See document MSC 86/12/1 and MSC 86/12/2) Implications:

Shipowners & Ship managers: Revise procedures and training of staff regarding periodic servicing and maintenance of lifeboats, launching appliances and on-load release gear. Manufacturers: Ensure that periodic servicing and maintenance of lifeboats, launching appliances and on-load release gear is in accordance with revised guidelines Flag Administration: Ensure that periodic servicing and maintenance of lifeboats, launching appliances and on-load release gear is in accordance with revised guidelines



Application: All ships to which SOLAS Chapter III applies (All passenger ships engaged on international voyages and cargo ships of 500 tons or above engaged on international voyages)

(Draft MSC Circular on the interpretation of SOLAS regulation III/19.3.3.3)

The DE Sub-Committee agreed to a draft MSC Circular Guidance on abandon ship drills clarifying the requirements of SOLAS Regulation III/19.3.3. The circular will clarify the requirement that each lifeboat is to be manoeuvred in the water by its assigned operating crew but that lifeboat is not required to be launched with the assigned operating crew on board. Having crew on onboard during lifeboat launches would be left to the master’s full discretion. Implications:

Shipowners & Ship managers: To review abandon ship drill procedures. Flag Administration: To ensure that port state control officers no longer require crew to be on board lifeboats during abandon ship drills.

Application: All ships to which SOLAS Chapter III applies (All passenger ships engaged on international voyages and cargo ships of 500 tons or above engaged on international voyages)

(Draft MSC Circular on the Guidelines for the approval of inflatable liferafts subject to extended service interval not exceeding 30 months)

The DE Sub-Committee prepared the text of the guideline for the approval. One of the key discussions at this session was the way to handle dated items stored in the containers. It was agreed that the dated item should have validity until the next servicing date. Implications:

Manufacturers & service suppliers: the decision will affect servicing arrangements of the liferaft that is designed for extended service period. Shipowners and ship managers: to take into account when arranging maintenance/servicing of liferaft Flag Administrations and their ROs (Classification Societies): consider preparing instructions for surveyors.

Application: liferafts with extended service period under SOLAS Reg. III/20.8.3

(Draft MSC Circular on Guidelines for uniform operating limitations of high-speed craft)

The DE Sub-Committee based on the report of the Correspondence Group and approved it for submission to MSC 86. In approving the text, the Sub-Committee agreed to delete Appendix C - RISK ASSESSMENT IN RELATION TO WAKE WASH WAVES. Implications: to operational limitation which may result as a design change of the HSC to overcome the limitation. (e.g., to comply with SOLAS, rather than HSC Code, if the ship is intended to be used beyond these operation limits)



Application: High Speed Craft as per SOLAS Chapter X if the flag Administration of the craft decided to implement it.

(Draft MSC Circular on the guideline for Maintenance and Repair of Protective Coatings)

The purpose of these Guidelines is to assist surveyors, shipowners, shipyards, flag Administrations and other interested parties involved in the survey, assessment and repair of protective coatings in ballast tanks. The following is the contents of the guidelines: 1 General 2 Application 3 Survey recommendation 4 Coating conditions 4.1 GOOD, FAIR, POOR 4.2 Areas under consideration 4.3 In-service condition monitoring 5 Coating maintenance 5.1 Process consideration for maintenance 5.2 Principles for maintenance 5.3 Recommended maintenance 6 Coating repairs 6.1 Process considerations for repairs 6.2 Principles for repairs 6.3 Recommended repair 7 Coating Technical File (CTF) 8 Reference Implications:

Shipowners & ship managers: to note and to take into account the guidelines for onboard maintenance as a part of shipboard SMS. Flag Administrations and their ROs (Classification Societies): to take into account the guidelines in conducting a survey of coatings of a seawater ballast tank of a ship.

Application: This is designed as non-mandatory guidelines but will be of assistance for the maintenance, repair and survey of protective coating as required by SOLAS regulation II-1/3-2 and XII/6.

(Draft MSC Circular on interpretation of SOLAS regulation II-1/27.5: Machinery – Automatic shutoff arrangements)

The DE Sub-Committee, having reviewed IACS UI SC 228, agreed to develop this interpretation as a draft MSC Circular for submission to MSC 87 (May 2010). This circular addresses the following:



The OMD (Oil Mist Detector) arrangements (or engine bearing temperature monitors or equivalent devices) are part of the automatic shutoff arrangements required by SOLAS regulation II-1/27.5, in the case of medium and high speed diesel engines of 2,250 kW and above or having cylinders of more than 300 mm bore. For the case of low speed diesel engines of 2,250 kW and above or having cylinders of more than 300 mm bore, the OMD arrangements (or engine bearing temperature monitors or equivalent devices) are to initiate the alarm and slow down procedures. The consequences of overriding automatic shutoff arrangements are to be established and documented.

Implication: Design & approval of engine control system will be affected owing to this interpretation. Application: IACS members will apply this interpretation to the machinery system subject to SOLAS Chapter II-1 from 1 January 2010 prior to the approval as IMO interpretation.

(Draft MSC Circular on Guidelines for construction, installation, maintenance and inspection/survey of accommodation ladders and gangways, as modified by the Drafting Group on Amendments to Mandatory Instruments at MSC 84)

The DE Sub-Committee recalled that MSC 84, in conjunction with the adoption of the new SOLAS Regulation II-1/3-9 -Means of embarkation on and disembarkation from ships, had instructed the Sub-Committee to finalize the guideline. The Sub-Committee, recognizing that the above regulation will enter into force on1 January 2010, finalized its consideration of the guideline at this session for submission to MSC 86 using the text submitted by Australia, Korea and IACS (DE 52/20/2) as a basis of its work. In the course of the discussion some modification is made to - Marking: delete “plate visible to any person approaching”; - Maintenance record: not to limit to log book – other methods of recording

would be accepted. - Other editorial improvement. In addition, there was a lengthy discussion on the test load. Some delegations tried to introduce criteria for establishing minimum test load, rather than using the declared test load declared by the ship owner. The DE Sub-Committee, not being able to conclude on this point, invited the delegation to submit a document with a concrete proposed text to MSC 86 for consideration prior to the final approval.

(Document submitted) MSC 86/12 (Secretariat) - Urgent matters emanating from the fifty-second session of the Sub-Committee The Committee is invited to take action on urgent matters emanating from DE 52.



MSC 86/12/1 (Norway) - Measures to prevent accidents with lifeboats – Status of MSC.1/Circ.1206 This document contains a proposal to reconsider a possible mandatory application of MSC.1/Circ.1206, based on the developments achieved by the work conducted in the DE Sub-Committee. MSC 86/12/2 (ICS) - Measures to prevent accidents with lifeboats – status of MSC.1/Circ.1206 This document comments on document MSC 86/12/1 (Norway), regarding its proposal to reconsider a possible mandatory application of MSC.1/Circ.1206. ICS considers that the case for mandating MSC.1/Circ.1206 has yet to be fully made and that the preconditions agreed by the Committee for further consideration of such mandating have not been achieved. Furthermore, recognizing that the objective of preventing accidents to lifeboats is significantly enhanced by the pro-active commitment of shipowners, ship operators, the crews of ships, those servicing and maintaining equipment and by Administrations, it is proposed that the long term recommendatory status of MSC.1/Circ.1206 should be confirmed. MSC 86/12/3 (IADC) - Amendments to the MODU Code This document provides comments on the consolidated text of the draft revised Code for the Construction and Equipment of Mobile Offshore Drilling Units as presented in document DE 52/21/Add.1. It contains proposals on stability calculation and material safety data sheets. MSC 86/12/4 (United Kingdom) - Comments on the report of the Sub-Committee on Ship Design and Equipment This document provides comments and observations on the Report of the outcome of the DE Sub-Committee with respect to the proposal for a new work programme item to develop a polar Code. Given the inability of the current Guidelines for Ships Operating in Polar Waters to address the different operating profiles of cargo and passenger ships, and the differing climatic conditions prevailing in the geographically and politically defined Polar Regions, the United Kingdom would strongly support the proposal for a new work programme item to develop a Code for Vessels Operating in Polar Waters. Furthermore, given the likely inconsistencies in the application of the current recommended Guidelines for Ships Operating in Polar Waters, the United Kingdom would propose that a Code for Vessels operating in Polar Waters should be made mandatory.

14. Flag state implementation (Agenda Item 13)

Executive synopsis on this agenda item Background: The Committee will consider the urgent matters emanating from the seventeenth session of the Sub-Committee and take action as indicated in paragraph 2 of document MSC 86/13. Action in respect of the Sub-Committee’s work programme will be taken under agenda item 23. LR position: To monitor the discussion especially matters relevant to the implementation of the IMO requirements. Implications: To be developed Application: N/A



(Document submitted) MSC 86/13 (Secretariat) - Urgent matters emanating from the seventeenth session of the Sub-Committee The Committee is invited to take action on urgent matters emanating from FSI 17. Action requested of the Committee The Committee is to consider the aforementioned urgent matters emanating from FSI 17 and, in particular, to:

1. note the discussion on the EU regulation on common rules and standards for ship inspection and survey organizations (paragraphs 1.10, 1.11, 14.4 to 14.7);

2. concur with the Sub-Committee’s decision to refer the investigation report on the fire on the fishing factory vessel Hercules to the STW, DE and FP Sub-Committees for consideration (paragraph 6.19);

3. endorse the Sub-Committee’s decision, with regard to the revision of the Procedures for port State control, to continue developing the consolidated draft Assembly resolution intersessionally (paragraphs 7.36 and 7.48);

4. concur with the Sub-Committee’s recommendation that the MSC-MEPC.4/Circ.3 on blanking of bilge discharge piping system in port be distributed within port State control (PSC) regimes as soon as possible, if not done so already (paragraph 7.45);

5. endorse the Sub-Committee’s decision to amend paragraph 5.10 of the Survey Guidelines under the HSSC, 2007, together with a reference to Guidelines to be developed by the Organization with regard to alternative arrangements for bottom inspection requirements for passenger ships other than ro-ro passenger ships, pending the completion of the work to be conducted at DE 53, and anticipating an approval by MSC 87 (paragraph 11.11);

6. concur with the Sub-Committee’s recommendation to adopt the following regime, in order to try to reduce the volume of paper, that, every uneven session of the Assembly, whole the revised Survey Guidelines under the HSSC incorporating all amendments are adopted in a consolidated version but, every even session of the Assembly, only amendments to the Survey Guidelines are adopted with the proviso that a consolidated working version of the Survey Guidelines is prepared by the Secretariat and posted on IMODOCS (paragraph 11.12);

7. approve, subject to MEPC’s concurrent decision, the draft amendments to the Survey Guidelines under the HSSC, 2007 (resolution A.997(25)), together with the text of the draft Assembly resolution, prior to submission to the Assembly at its twenty-sixth session for adoption (paragraph 11.13 and annex 2);

8. approve, subject to MEPC’s concurrent decision, MSC-MEPC.5 circular on General guidance on the timing of replacement of existing certificates by the certificates issued after the entry into force of amendments to certificates in IMO instruments (paragraph 11.19 and annex 4);

9. concur with the Sub-Committee’s decision to remove the ISPS Code-related proposed amendments to the Code for the Implementation of Mandatory IMO Instruments, 2007 and recommend that proposals, by Member States, to expand the scope of the Code should be, first, submitted to the Committees (paragraph 13.4);

10. concur with the Sub-Committee’s recommendation to adopt the following regime, in order to try to reduce the volume of paper, that, every uneven session of the Assembly, whole the revised Code for the Implementation of Mandatory IMO Instruments incorporating all amendments is adopted in a consolidated version but, every even session of the Assembly, only amendments to the Code



are adopted with the proviso that a consolidated working version of the Code is prepared by the Secretariat and posted on IMODOCS (paragraph 13.11);

11. approve, subject to MEPC’s concurrent decision, the draft amendments to the Code for the Implementation of Mandatory IMO Instruments, 2007 (resolution A.996(25)), which now includes a new annex, annex 7, together with the text of the draft Assembly resolution prior to submission, through the Council at its twenty-fifth extraordinary session, to the Assembly at its twenty-sixth session for adoption (paragraph 13.13 and annex 5);

12. endorse the Sub-Committee’s decision, with regard to the development of a Code for recognized organizations, to request the Secretariat to prepare, as soon as possible, a consolidated document containing all existing requirements and recommendations of IMO instruments regarding recognized organizations, and to invite Member States and international organizations to consider the above document by the Secretariat; to carry out a gap analysis to identify areas that are not or not adequately covered by the existing requirements and recommendations; and to submit the results of their considerations to FSI 18 (paragraph 14.15);

13. endorse the Sub-Committee’s decision, with regard to measures to protect the safety of persons rescued at sea, that it had considered this matter to the maximum extent possible, under the sole angle of implementation, and that the proposals contained in documents FSI 17/15/1 and FSI 17/15/2 should be referred to the Committee and COMSAR 14 for consideration within their ongoing work (paragraph 15.11); and

14. concur with the Sub-Committee’s decision, with respect to the development of a Code of conduct during demonstrations/campaigns against ships on high seas, to agree to the draft MSC resolution on Assuring safety during demonstrations, protests, or confrontations on the high seas, as presented in document FSI 17/16, for referral to NAV 55 (paragraph 16.1).

MSC 86/INF.9 (Secretariat) - European Parliament and Council Regulation on common rules and standards for ship inspection and survey organizations This document provides information on communication between the Secretary-General and the European Union in relation to a European Parliament and Council Regulation on common rules and standards for ship inspection and survey organizations.

15. Technical assistance sub-programme in maritime safety and security (Agenda Item 14)

Executive synopsis on this agenda item Background: The Committee will be informed of:

1. developments concerning safety- and security-related technical co-operation activities of the Organization’s Integrated Technical Co-operation Programme and any relevant future projects planned (MSC 86/14); and

2. developments in the IMO model course programme (MSC 86/14/1), and any other TC-related matters the Secretariat will bring to its attention, and will take action as appropriate.

LR position: to note the discussion. Implications: Technical assistance sub-programmes will assist implementation of the various IMO instrument among governments which encounter difficulties. Application: N/A.



(Document submitted) MSC 86/14 (Secretariat) - Technical co-operation activities relating to maritime safety, security and facilitation of maritime traffic This document provides information on technical co-operation activities relating to safety, security and facilitation of maritime traffic. MSC 86/14/1 (Secretariat) - Periodical report on model courses This document provides an overview of the work done on the model course project since MSC 85. Action requested of the Committee The Committee is to note this information, as well as additional information, as may be provided orally by the Secretariat during the session, updating the status of production and revision of IMO model courses since this document was drafted; and take action as appropriate.

16. Capacity-building for the implementation of new measures (Agenda Item 15)

Executive synopsis on this agenda item Background: Resolution A. 998 (25) (Need for capacity-building for the development and implementation of new, and amendments to existing, instruments) was adopted to enhance the implementation of the instrument adopted by IMO. At MSC 85, it was agreed that the interpretation of paragraph 2 of resolution A.998(25), as that the assessment of implications for capacity-building and technical co-operation of the development of new instruments and/or amendments to existing ones should be undertaken by each Committee, but that such assessment should not be a requirement for the proponent of the proposal. The Committee will consider:

1. the report of the Correspondence Group on the review of draft amendments on capacity-building to the Committees’ Guidelines and their implementation (MSC 86/15/1); and

2. any relevant submissions by Member Governments and international organizations, regarding capacity-building-related issues,

and decide on the establishment of the drafting group as appropriate. LR position: to monitor the development. Implications: capacity building approach in the course of developing new requirement will contribute smooth and timely implementation of the requirement. However, there is no direct impact to the industry out of this discussion. Application: to the procedure in the IMO discussion. (Document submitted) MSC 86/15 (Secretariat) – Capacity-building for the implementation of new measures This document provides background information to assist the Committee in the consideration of capacity-building for the implementation of new measures. MSC 86/15/1 (South Africa) - Report of the Correspondence Group



This document contains the report of the Correspondence Group re-established at MSC 85 to consider means to give effect to resolution A.998(25) on the need for capacity-building for the development and implementation of new, and amendments to existing instruments. Action requested of the Committee The Committee is to:

1. note the progress of the Correspondence Group; 2. approve the procedure for evaluating implications of capacity-building

requirements contained in annex 1; and 3. note the checklist of issues requiring special focus when developing capacity

building relating to the implementation of new measures contained in annex 3. MSC 86/15/2 (Denmark, the Netherlands and Sweden) - Comments on the report of the Correspondence Group This document comments on the report of the Correspondence Group re-established at MSC 85 to consider means to give effect to resolution A.998 (25) on the need for capacity-building for the development and implementation of new, and amendments to existing instruments. The co-sponsors share the opinion expressed in resolution A.998(25) that capacity-building and technical assistance are important elements to take into consideration when deciding on new work programme items, especially since these elements are critical factors in the successful implementation of new or amended legislation. At the same time, the process of assessing aspects of capacity-building and technical assistance should not hamper the ability of the Organization to swiftly react on perceived risks (with respect to maritime safety and preventing pollution from ships) that need to be addressed.

17. Role of human element (Agenda Item 16)

Executive synopsis on this agenda item Background: The Committee will consider any relevant submissions by Member Governments and international organizations, regarding human element-related issues and take action as appropriate. LR position: to note the development, if any Implications: There will be a joint working group on the role of human element during MEPC 59. Therefore, it is expected that no substantial discussion will take place during MSC 86. Application: N/A (Document submitted) MSC 86/16 (Secretariat) - Outcome of inter-secretariat consultations on the possible common areas of interest to be discussed jointly by ILO and IMO This document provides information on the outcome of inter-secretariat consultations between ILO and IMO regarding the possible common areas of interest to be discussed jointly.

18. Formal safety assessment (Agenda Item 17)

Executive synopsis on this agenda item Background:



The Committee will consider any relevant submissions by Member Governments and international organizations regarding formal safety assessment related matters, in particular proposals for nominations of experts for the FSA Experts Group, and, taking into account information provided by the Secretariat on the outcome of MSC 85 and the terms of reference, scope and the number of meetings of the FSA Experts Group (MSC 86/17) decide on the establishment of the FSA Experts Group. LR position: As any outcome of the review of the FSA study may affect various requirements developed by IMO, LR will closely monitor the development. Implications: There will be no direct impact to the design of ship out of this agenda item, but depending upon the outcome of the discussion, it may trigger the review of the existing IMO requirements. Application: N/A (Document submitted) MSC 86/17 (Secretariat) - Outcome of MSC 85 related to formal safety assessment (FSA) and establishment of an FSA Experts Group This document provides the outcome of MSC 85 related to formal safety assessment (FSA), in particular regarding the review of FSA studies and establishment of an FSA Experts Group, and proposes the draft terms of reference of the FSA Experts Group. MSC 86/17/1 (Greece) - Comments on the FSA Experts Group and database issues This document puts forth proposals to clarify the role of certain experts nominated for the FSA Experts Group and notes some issues with the databases used in FSAs. MSC 86/17/2 (Greece) - Application of the FSA Guidelines and review of FSA studies This document comments on FSA studies submitted by Denmark.

19. Piracy and armed robbery against ships (Agenda Item 18)

Executive synopsis on this agenda item Background: Pursuant to the Committee’s decisions at its sixty-fifth and sixth-sixth sessions, reports on piracy and armed robbery against ships received thereafter are circulated as MSC circulars on a monthly, quarterly and annual basis. Based on such reports, the Committee will consider reports (MSC 86/18) on acts of piracy and armed robbery against ships reported to the Organization since the Committee’s eighty-fifth session, together with a regional analysis and such other relevant information as may be provided, including information on action taken by coastal States; and to take action as appropriate. The Committee will further consider:

1. developments, if any, concerning technical assistance provided to countries under the Organization’s anti-piracy project; and

2. the report of the Correspondence Group on the review and updating of MSC/Circ.622/Rev.1, MSC/Circ.623/Rev.3 and resolution A.922(22) (MSC 86/18/1),

and will establish, as decided at MSC 85, a Drafting Group on Piracy and armed robbery against ships. Implications: Piracy, especially off Somali coast is a high profile problem. IMO is making every effort for tackling the problem. Application: N/A



(Document submitted) MSC 86/18 (Secretariat) – Quarterly and monthly reports This document reports on acts of piracy and armed robbery against ships reported to have occurred during 2008. MSC 86/18/1 (Denmark as coordinator) - Report of the Correspondence Group on Review and Updating of MSC/Circ.622/Rev.1, MSC/Circ.623/Rev.3 and resolution A.922(22) This document reports on the work performed by the Correspondence Group. In the annex to this document the draft updated MSC/Circ.622/Rev.2, MSC/Circ.623/Rev.4 and resolution A.922(22) are enclosed. Action requested of the Committee The Committee is invited to:

1. note the report of the Correspondence Group on the review and updating of MSC/Circ.622/Rev.1, MSC/Circ.623/Rev.3 and resolution A.922(22);

2. note the proposal by IMB in annex D to the report and to take any decision which the Committee may deem appropriate;

3. note the Correspondence Group’s considerations on use of firearms, professional armed guards and military teams and decide whether the texts on these matters (annex A, paragraphs 3.1 to 3.3 and annex B, paragraphs 45 and 46) should be further developed;

4. consider establishing a panel of experts to assist and advise Governments that have apprehended pirates on the high seas (paragraphs 15 and 16) and to consider how this could be further elaborated; and

5. note the proposed revisions to MSC/Circ.622/Rev.1, MSC/Circ.623/Rev.3 and the revised resolution A.922(22) and the annexed Code of Practice for Investigation of Crimes of Piracy and Armed Robbery against Ships and to approve the drafts.

MSC 86/18/2 (Secretariat) - Outcome of the Contact Group on Piracy off the Coast of Somalia (Working Group 3) - Best Management Practices to Deter Piracy in the Gulf of Aden and off the Coast of Somalia This document informs the Committee of an industry-led initiative in relation to Best Management Practices to Deter Piracy in the Gulf of Aden and off the Coast of Somalia, as submitted to Working Group 3 of the Contact Group on Piracy off the coast of Somalia. MSC 86/18/3 (Secretariat) - The carriage of firearms or armed personnel on board merchant vessels This document informs the Committee on the historical basis for the Organization’s current position on the carriage of firearms or armed personnel on board merchant vessels. MSC 86/18/4 (Secretariat) - Outcome of the Contact Group on Piracy off the Coast of Somalia (Working Group 3) - Best Management Practices to Deter Piracy in the Gulf of Aden and off the Coast of Somalia This document informs the Committee of an industry-led initiative in relation to Best Management Practices to Deter Piracy in the Gulf of Aden and off the Coast of Somalia, as submitted to Working Group 3 of the Contact Group on Piracy off the coast of Somalia.



MSC 86/18/5 (France and Spain) - Best Management Practices to Deter Piracy in the Gulf of Aden and off the coast of Somalia Proposed amendments to the text and appendix concerning Fisheries The purpose of this document is to suggest some amendments to the Best Management Practices such as attached to document MSC 86/18/2 by the Secretariat and to propose an appendix to the Best Management Practices which would concern the question of Fisheries. MSC 86/18/6 (ICMA) - ICMA Resolution on Seafarer Victims of Piracy The annex of this document is provided in support of revisions to MSC/Circ.623/Rev.3 for the long-term care of seafarers and fisher victims of acts of piracy and armed robbery. NSC 86/18/7 (ICC) - Report and Recommendations to Counter Crimes at Sea This document is a worldwide briefing report on piracy and armed robbery activity and provides recommendations in an effort to counter crimes at sea. MSC 86/18/8 (ITF) - Best Management Practices to Deter Piracy in the Gulf of Aden and off the coast of Somalia This document puts forward proposals for amendments and an additional section on Best Management Practices contained in document MSC 86/18/2 by the Secretariat, addressing guidance and responsibilities, post hijacking of a vessel and crew and after their release. MSC 86/18/9 (ISF, ICS, BIMCO, INTERCARGO and INTERTANKO) - Piracy - The Human Element This document provides information on steps being taken by shipowners concerned about the welfare of their crew in the event of piracy attack or captivity.

20. General cargo ship safety (Agenda Item 19)

Executive synopsis on this agenda item Background: The Committee will consider any relevant submissions by Member Governments and international organizations on the item and take action as appropriate. LR position: to monitor the discussion Implications: No immediate conclusion is envisaged from this agenda item. Application: N/A (Document submitted) MSC 86/19 (Secretariat) - Outcome of MSC 85 This document reports on the outcome of MSC 85 related to general cargo ship safety. MSC 86/19/1 (Germany) - Comments on an FSA study This document comments on the initial steps of a formal safety assessment study on general cargo ships (GCS) relating to analysis of casualty data. MSC 86/INF.4 (IACS) - IACS FSA study – Step 1 (Evaluation of Historical Data) This document provides at annex a copy of the report of Step 1 (Evaluation of Historical Data) from an FSA study that has been conducted by IACS regarding General Cargo Ships.



21. Implementation of instruments and related matters (Agenda Item 20)

Executive synopsis on this agenda item Background: The Committee will note information to be provided by the Secretariat on the status of conventions and other mandatory safety- and security-related instruments and take appropriate action on any relevant issues which may be brought to its attention. The Committee will also review the outcome of the consideration of the comprehensive list of codes, recommendations, guidelines and other non-mandatory instruments by Sub-Committees, and decide as appropriate. IACS submitted a document proposing clarification of entry into force dates and application of various IMO instrument (MSC 86/20/1) which was submitted to DE52 (DE 52/17/5) but substantial decision on this document was not taken at that session. LR position: to note the information provided and pay attention to the conclusion of the interpretations submitted by IACS. Implications: The Interpretation submitted by IACS (MSC 86/20/1) has significant impact to shipowner, ship builder and equipment manufacturer as it clarify the actual application (application date and application to existing fleet etc). Application: To be decided. (Document submitted) MSC 86/20/1 (IACS) - Effective dates for amendments to SOLAS chapter III and the FSS and LSA Codes This document presents IACS understandings regarding the effective dates for the amendments to SOLAS chapter III and the FSS and LSA Codes adopted by resolutions MSC.216(82), MSC.217(82), MSC.218(82), MSC.201(81), MSC.207(81) and MSC.272(85). MSC 86/INF.11 (Secretariat) - Conventions and codes/recommendations This document provides information on the status of mandatory safety- and security-related IMO instruments and the list of codes, recommendations, guidelines and other non-mandatory instruments.

22. Work programme (Agenda item 23)


1. the work programmes of the sub-committees and provisional agendas for their forthcoming sessions, on the basis of recommendations and proposals made by the sub-committees (MSC 86/23 and addendum) and Member Governments and international organizations;

2. proposal for the High-level Action Plan for 2010-2011 biennium for inclusion in the Organization’s High-level Action Plan and priorities for the 2010-2011 biennium (MSC 86/23/1); and

3. the approval of such intersessional meetings as may be proposed, and will be informed of the date of its next session.



LR position: to monitor the development with a view to securing resources for the foreseeable future discussion within IMO. Implications: once IMO incorporates new work programme into its work, it will be most likely resulted as a new IMO requirement in 3 – 5 years’ time. Application: No immediate application out of this agenda item. (Document submitted) MSC 86/23 and MSC 86/23/Add.1 (Secretariat) - Work programmes of the BLG, DSC, FP, COMSAR, NAV, DE, SLF, STW and FSI Sub-Committees and provisional agendas for their forthcoming sessions This document contains the work programmes of the BLG, DSC, FP, COMSAR, NAV, DE, SLF, STW and FSI Sub-Committees and provisional agendas for their forthcoming sessions. MSC 86/23/1 (United States) - New work programme item proposal for AIS-EPIRB The United States proposes that an Automatic Identification System (AIS) transmitter be permitted as an option to the 121.5 MHz homing beacon now required on 406 MHz Emergency Position Indicating Radiobeacons (EPIRB). Since it is proposed as an option, there are no financial implications for the shipping industry or for the IMO budget. MSC 86/23/2 (Argentina and Chile) - Safety measures for navigation in the Antarctic area In light of the increase in shipping in the Antarctic area and the accidents that have occurred, Argentina and Chile propose that the drafting of amendments to the Guidelines for ships operating in Arctic ice-covered waters should be speeded up and that additional safety measures should be included in those recommendations in order to enhance the capabilities of the officers in charge of a navigational watch on vessels, particularly passenger ships, which navigate in this area. MSC 86/23/3 (South Africa) - Amendments to the Load Lines Convention – Shifting of the Summer/Winter Seasonal Zone off Cape Agulhas, Southern Tip of Africa South Africa proposes a new work programme item for the Sub-Committee on Stability and Load Lines and on Fishing Vessels Safety (SLF) with a view to amending the Load Lines Convention entailing shifting the Winter Seasonal Zone off the southern tip of Africa further southward by fifty miles thus allowing tankers to round the Cape of Good Hope on their summer marks all year round. MSC 86/23/4 (Secretariat) - A coordinated approach to the implementation of the e navigation strategy This document proposes a coordinated approach to the implementation of the e-navigation strategy. It includes a proposal for a joint plan of work for the COMSAR, NAV and STW Sub-Committees for the period 2009-2012. MSC 86/23/5 (Secretariat) - Status of planned outputs for the 2008-2009 biennium This document provides the status of the planned outputs for the 2008-2009 biennium, with reference to those listed in the Annex to resolution A.990(25). MSC 86/23/6 (New Zealand) - Ships’ lifting appliances and loose gear New Zealand proposes a new work programme item for the Sub-Committee on Flag State Implementation with a view to clarifying the requirements of the International Safety Management (ISM) Code in relation to the maintenance of ships’ lifting



appliances and the development of appropriate mandatory requirements for the maintenance, testing and inspection of ship board lifting appliances and loose gear. MSC 86/23/7 (Japan) - Sub-Committee on Safety of Navigation - New symbols for AIS-AtoN This document proposes a new work programme item for the Sub-Committee on Safety of Navigation to develop new symbols for AIS-AtoN. MSC 86/23/8 (Iran) - Installation of proper equipment for detection of radioactive sources or radioactive contaminated objects This document contains a justification regarding new work programme on installation of proper equipment for detection of radioactive sources or radioactive contaminated objects in ports. MSC 86/23/9 (Denmark, Norway and United States) - Mandatory application of the polar guidelines At MSC 79, documents were submitted by the Secretariat on the decisions and the request of the XXVIIth Antarctic Treaty Consultative Meeting (ATCM) to revise MSC/Circ.1056-MEPC/Circ.399 – Guidelines for ships operating in Arctic ice-covered waters to, among other things, make it applicable to the Antarctic. This is currently being considered at the Sub-Committee on Ship Design and Equipment (DE). In light of the increased interests and traffic in the Polar Regions, and the unique navigational, structural, and search and rescue concerns peculiar to these areas, this document proposes, upon adoption of the revisions to MSC/Circ.1056-MEPC/Circ.399, a new work programme item be added to the agendas of the DE Sub-Committee and any other appropriate sub-committee as a high priority item to develop mandatory requirements for application in the Polar Regions. MSC 86/23/10 (United States and CLIA) - New work programme item proposal for a visible element to the general emergency alarm for the hearing impaired This document proposes the development of a non-mandatory guideline regarding a visible element to the general emergency alarm on passenger ships to accommodate passengers who are deaf or hard of hearing. MSC 86/23/11 (Chile, France, Norway, the United Kingdom and the United States) - Request for scoping exercise to establish the need for a review of the elements and procedures of the GMDSS After more than 25 years since inception, and some 18 years after first being placed in service, there may be a need to carry out a review of the GMDSS, both of its functionality and its embedded communication systems. This document invites the Committee to instruct the COMSAR Sub-Committee to implement a scoping exercise on how any review may be implemented and further advise on the shape, size and structure of this review. MSC 86/23/12 (Netherlands, Sweden, the United Kingdom and the United States) – World-wide Radionavigation System (WWRNS) This document proposes to add a new work programme item for the Sub-Committee on Safety of Navigation (NAV) to develop amendments to resolution A.953(23) to take account of developments in radionavigation services. MSC 86/23/13 (Cook Islands, Marshall Islands and IACS) - Testing of watertight compartments



This document proposes a new item be added to the work programme of the DE Sub-Committee on Testing of watertight compartments. This document proposes revised methods of hydrostatic testings. MSC 86/23/14 (Denmark and Faroe Islands) - New work programme item proposal for electrical installations The co-sponsors propose a new work programme item for the DE Sub-Committee on amendments to SOLAS regulation II-1/40 concerning general requirements on electrical installations. MSC 86/23/15 (Denmark and Faroe Islands) - New work programme item proposal for means for recharging breathing air cylinders The co-sponsors propose a new work programme item for the FP Sub-Committee on amendments to SOLAS regulation II-2/10.10.2 concerning requirements for firefighters’ breathing apparatuses. MSC 86/23/16 (Secretariat) - Proposals for the High-level Action Plan of the Organization and priorities for planned outputs of the Committees for the 2010-2011 biennium The annex to this document sets out proposals for the High-level Action Plan of the Organization and priorities for the 2010−2011 biennium. MSC 86/23/17 (Secretariat) - Justification for new work programme items proposed by the DE Sub-Committee This document contains justifications for two new work programme item proposals, as prepared by the DE Sub-Committee at its fifty-second session. MSC 86/23/18 (CIRM) - New symbols for AIS-AtoN – Comments on document MSC 86/23/7 (NAV Sub-Committee) This document comments on the new work programme item submitted by Japan on changes to the AIS-AtoN symbology. MSC 86/23/19 (FOEI, Greenpeace, IFAW and WWF) - Mandatory Polar Code This document provides observations on the submission from Denmark, Norway and the United States, (MSC 86/23/9) which proposes a new work programme item be added to the agendas of the DE Sub-Committee and any other appropriate sub-committees with a view to developing mandatory requirements for application in the Polar regions. MSC 86/INF.2 (United States and CLIA) - New work programme item proposal for a visible element to the general emergency alarm for the hearing impaired The annex to this document is provided in support of the new work programme item proposal given in document MSC 86/23/10.

23. Any other business (Agenda Item 25)


1. information on developments on GISIS (MSC 86/25); and 2. any submissions which may be received under this agenda item,

and take appropriate action.



LR position: LR will closely monitor any discussion relevant to the implementation of IMO instruments, especially document MSC 85/25/2. Implications: up to the discussion at MSC 86 Application: N/A. (Document submitted) MSC 86/25 (Secretariat) - Global Integrated Shipping Information System (GISIS) This document informs the Committee of the status of the Global Integrated Shipping Information System (GISIS). MSC 86/25/1 (France) - Comments on the satellite detection of AIS This document gives some explanation about the satellite detection of AIS. This issue of satellite detection of AIS is part of a maritime agenda item for the ITU World Radiocommunication Conference 2011 (WRC-11), for which the view of the maritime community is required. MSC 86/25/2 (Norway) - Incorrect wording in the 2008 SPS Code This document describes findings of incorrect text having practised the new Code towards the industry; and offers revised texts and a draft MSC circular to correct the shortcomings. This document is submitted also under the provision that the findings will be taken into account and corrected when the Code is revised some time in the future. MSC 86/INF.5 (OCIMF, INTERTANKO and SIGTTO) - Survival Craft Best Practice Guidance The purpose of this document is to introduce the best practice guidance booklet “Survival Craft, A Seafarers Guide” which has been developed to address the concerns of the sponsors membership regarding continuing incidents involving survival craft resulting in injury or fatality of seafarers. MSC 86/INF.8 (INTERCARGO) - Bulk carrier casualty report This document provides information on the number of bulk carrier losses in 2008 as detailed in INTERCARGO’s annual casualty report.



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