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Section 2
Classification
A. General
1. Rules, Guidelines and Regulations
1.1 Underlying BKI Rules and Guidelines
The classification of ships, of other floating units
and of any pertinent equipment is based on :
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the respective latest edition of the Rules for

Classification and Surveys of Biro
Klasifikasi Indonesia (BKI), as well and on

the Construction Rules, regulations and

guidelines relating to the respective ship
type or installation and guidelines, as
applicable on the date of conclusion of the
contract between shipyard (manufacturer)
and shipowner (client). See also D.1.
The "Construction Rules" cover Rules for
Materials and Rules for Welding and any
other special Rules published by BKI that
may be applicable from case to case.

1.2 The following shall apply unless otherwise

specified
1.2.1 The date of "contract for construction" of a
vessel is the date on which the contract to build
the vessel is signed between the prospective ship
owner and the shipyard. This date is normally to
be declared to BKI by the ordering client
applying for the assignment of Class to a
newbuilding, see also D.1.
1.2.2 The date of "contract for construction" of a
series of sister vessels1, including specified
optional vessels for which the option is
ultimately exercised, is the date on which the
contract to build the series is signed between the
prospective ship owner and the shipyard.
Sister vessels are vessels built to the same
approved plans for Classification purposes. The
optional vessels will be considered part of the
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"Sister vessels may have minor design alterations provided
such alterations do not affect matters related to Classification.

same series of sister vessels if the option is

exercised not later than one year after the
contract to build the series was signed.
1.2.3 If a contract for construction is later
amended to include additional vessels or
additional options, the date of "contract for
construction" for such vessels is the date on
which the amendment to the contract is signed
between the prospective ship owner and the
shipyard. The amendment to the contract is to be
considered as a "new contract" to which 1.2.1
and 1.2.2 apply.

1.3 Statutory Rules and Regulations

National Rules and Regulations as, for instance,
adopted by the respective flag state will as a
matter of principle not be affected by the Rules
for Classification and Surveys. However, various
requirements
stipulated
by international
conventions are taken into account in the BKI
Rules. See also Section 3.A.4.

2. Scope
2.1 Classification covers the ship's hull,
machinery, including electrical installations and
anchoring equipments.
2.2 On application, certain installations e.g.
refrigerating installations may be classed
separately. See 2.5.
2.3 BKI reserve the right to extend the scope of
classification to all equipment and machinery
used in the operation of the ship, which by their
character and/or arrangement may impair the
safety of human life, of the ship and her cargo or
of the environment.

2.4 Structural systems and equipment

determining the ship type are subject to
examination within the scope of classification, if
the ship type is specified in the form of a
notation affixed to the character of classification.
See C.3.1.4.

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of these ship data will be entered in the Register
published by BKI.
2.5 Refrigerating installations
2.5.1 For the purpose of the present rules the
following are considered to be refrigerating
installations:
- cargo refrigerating installations for the
refrigeration of insulated cargo holds.
- container refrigerating installations for the
refrigeration of insulated containers,
provided that the refrigerating installations are
permanently installed and form an integral part
of the ship.

During the period of class BKI will update these

details on the basis of relevant reports submitted
by the Surveyors.
2.2 Refrigerating installations
The refrigerating installations classed by BKI are
recorded in the Register, with indication of the
character of classification, and are entered in the
list of ships holding refrigerating installation
certificates.

The refrigerating installation includes the

technical installations required for power supply.

C. Characters of classification, Notations,

Class assignment and Validity of class

2.5.2 Reefer units which can be connected to a

container and transported in combination
therewith, and containers with or without a reefer
unit, are subject to BKI's "Regulations for the
Construction, Repair and Testing of Freight
Containers".

1. General

B. Classification and Register

1. Classification

1.1 Within the scope of classification, the

characteristic features of hull, machinery and
anchoring equipment are reflected in the
Character of Classification and Notations affixed
to the Character of Classification. See 3.
Some examples of class notations and certificate
entries as per B.1.2 are quoted in 2.l (hull), 2.2
(machinery), 2.3 (anchoring equipment) and 2.4
(special equipment).

1.1 Assignment of class, issuance of the class

certificate, and assignment of the corresponding
character of classification and notations thereto
are conditional upon proof being furnished of
compliance with the BKI Construction Rules in
force on the date of placing of the order. See
A.1.1.

1.2 Class designation

1.2 BKI reserve the right to add special remarks

in the class certificates, such as information
regarding operation of the ship which is of
relevance for the vessel's class.

Hull

1.3 The Certificates of Classification are issued

by the Managing Directors of BKI and they are
to be kept on board ship.

2. Register
2.1 General
The classification data of each ship classified
will be included in the BKI data file. An extract

The following example shows a class

designation for hull, machinery and anchoring
equipment :
Characters of
Class
Machinery

A 100
SM

Notation
OIL TANKER
OT

2. Characters of classification, definitions

2.1 Hull
A100

ship's hull fully comply with the

requirements of the Construction Rules
of BKI or other rules considered to be
equivalent.

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A 90

ship's hull does not fully comply or no

longer fully comply with the
requirements of the Construction Rules
of BKI, however the class may be
maintained for a shorter period and/or
with shorter survey intervals.

The figures 100, 90, indicate the maintenance

condition of the ship's hull in relation to the
requirements of the Construction Rules, taking
into account the permissible corrosion and wear
tolerances.

2.2 Machinery
SM

A-SM

SM

A-SM

The machinery including electrical

installations
comply
with
the
requirements of the Construction Rules
of BKI or other rules considered to be
equivalent.
The machinery including electrical
installations of non-self propelled
vessels and other floating units comply
with the requirements of the
Construction Rules of BKI or other
rules considered to be equivalent.
The machinery including electrical
installations does not fully comply with
the requirement of the Construction
Rules of BKI, but functional safety and
sea-worthiness are fulfilled for the
envisaged service.
Machinery
including
electrical
installations for non-self propelled
vessel or other floating unit do not fully
comply with the requirements of the
Construction Rules of BKI but the
safety function and the sea worthiness
are fulfilled.

2.3 Anchoring equipment

The ships anchoring equipment i.e.
anchors, anchor chain cables and
windlass fully comply with the
requirement of the BKI Construction
Rules.
The ships anchoring equipments do not
fully comply or no longer fully comply
with the requirements of the BKI
Construction Rules, but functional safety
and seaworthiness are fulfilled for the

envisaged service.
The ships without anchoring equipments,
specially for unmanned barge.
Therefore the character of classification will be
e.g.,
Anchoring Equipment characters
for fishing vessel complying with
BKI Rules Volume II, Section 28
/ Fishing Vessels.
Special service vessel provided
with
anchoring
equipment
according to Table 13.1 Rules for
High Speed Vessel.
2.4 Special equipment
2.4.1 Cargo refrigerating installations of
cargo vessels
Both in respect of hull and machinery,
the cargo refrigerating installation
fully comply with requirements of the
Rules for Refrigeration Installations,
Volume VIII, or other rules considered
to be equivalent.
The cargo refrigerating installation
does not fully comply or no longer
comply with the requirements of the
Rules for Refrigeration Installations,
Volume VIII, but functional safety and
seaworthiness are fulfilled for the
envisaged service.
2.4.2 Cargo refrigerating installations of
fishing vessels
Both in respect of hull and machinery,
the cargo refrigerating installations of
fishing vessels fully comply with the
requirements of the Rules for
Refrigeration Installations, Volume
VIII
The cargo refrigerating installation of
fishing vessels do not fully or no
longer fully comply with the
requirements of the Rules for
Refrigeration Installations, Volume
VIII, but functional safety and seaworthiness are fulfilled for the
envisaged service.
.
2.5 Survey, supervision of construction
2.5.1 Ships constructed under the supervision of
and in accordance with Construction Rules of

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BKI or recognized Classification Societies, as
follows:
Hull, machinery installation,
anchoring equipments and / or
special
equipment
(e.g.
refrigerating installation) have
been constructed :
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under the supervision of BKI

at the shipyard and/or at
subcontractor
supplying
components/hull section.

and with certification by

BKI of materials and
components, subject to BKI
Construction Rules required
to be certified.

Hull, machinery installation,

anchoring equipment or special
equipment
have
been
constructed
under
the
supervision of and in accordance
with the rules of another
recognized
Classification
Society and have later on been
classed with BKI.
2.5.2 Ships which are constructed not under the
supervision by BKI or recognized classification
societies will have no construction supervision
markings.

3.

Notations affixed to the character of

classification entries in the certificate

3.1 Hull (design, special dimensioning and /

or equipment)

affixed to the character of classification. BKI

reserve the right to assign the notations subject to
the conditions of the seaway (official data on
seaway statistic) prevailing in the respective
service area.
P Restricted Ocean Service
This range of service is limited, in general, to the
trade for limited ocean service, provided the
distance to the nearest port of refuge and the
offshore distance are not exceeding 200 nautical
miles, or the trade within South East Asian
waters, as well as trade within enclosed seas such
as Mediterranian Sea, Black Sea, Caribbean Sea
and waters with similar sea conditions.
L Coasting Service
This range of service is limited, in general, to the
trade along the coast, provided the distance to the
nearest port of refuge and the offshore distance
are not exceeding 50 nautical miles, as well as to
the trade within enclosed seas, such as Riau
Islands Sea Territory.
T Shallow Water Service
This range of service is limited to the trade in
calm seas, bays, harbors or similar waters where
there is no running of heavy seas.
D Inland Waterway Service
This range of service applies to vessels intended
for navigation in inland waters only. Inland
waters shall comprise :
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all Indonesian inland water ways

other waters showing comparable conditions.

3.1.1 Range of service

3.1.1.1 Ships built in accordance with the
Construction Rules for unlimited ocean service
will have no Service Notation.
3.1.1.2 Ships built in accordance with the Rules
for Restricted Service, will have the following
notations i.e:
P = Restricted Ocean Service
L = Coasting Service
T = Shallow Water Service
D = Inland Waterway Service

Observance of the boundaries generally fixed by

official regulations is a prerequisite for validity
of the class.
BKI may, on application, agree to the range of
service being extended for a limited period
and/or with certain reservations. This will have
to be documented.

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3.1.2. Subdivision, damage stability

ES, ES1, ES2, ES3, ES4

3.1.2.1 General markings

Hull and machinery have been designed such as

to comply with the requirements for navigation
in ice, with index 4 representing the highest
notation.

For the hull proof of subdivision

and damage stability has been
furnished.

3.1.4 Ship type / kind of cargo carried

Ships the hull of which has been
constructed as stated above furnished
with proofed subdivision and
damage stability calculation.

3.1.4.1 Ships of a special type, design or

construction, or designed to carry defined cargo,
will have a relevant descriptive notation affixed
to their character of classification, as illustrated
by the following examples.

3.1.2.2 Special markings

The proof of damage stability is specified by an
additional 5-digit marking shown in the Register
and in the Appendix to the Certificate; see B.1.2.
The first two digits represent the ship type
(letter) and the damage stability regulations to be
applied (figure), see Table 2.1.

3.1.4.2 Dry cargo vessels

CONTAINER SHIP
Ships intended exclusively to the carriage of
containers and equipped with the appropriate
facilities.

The letter following in the third place indicates

whether the deterministic (D) or the probabilistic
(P) damage stability assessment method has been
applied.

OPEN TOP

The fourth and fifth digits, i.e. one digit each,

specify the procedure applied (see Table 2.2):

RCP x/y (Refrigerated Container Stowage

Positions)

For ship assessed according to the

deterministic method the figures define the
subdivision status assumed in the damage
stability calculation.

For ship assessed according to the

probabilistic method the figures state, in
percent, the required survival probability.

3.1.3 Ice strengthening

Ship and machinery installations, which comply
with the requirements of the Construction Rules
relating to strengthening for navigation in ice,
will have one of the Ice Class" notations
specified below affixed to the character of
classification. Except for notation ES which on
application may be assigned to the hull or the
machinery installation only, hull and machinery
must always be assigned the same ice class. If
the hull is constructed such as to comply with a
higher ice class, this will be noted in the
appendix to the certificate.

Hatch coverless Container Ships equipped with

the appropriate facilities.

Notation for ships equipped for which

the suitability of the carriage of
refrigerated containers is proved. The
notation RCP is supplemented by two
figures. The first stands for the total
number of certified refrigerated
container stowage positions on deck and
in container holds and is related to FEU
(forty foot equivalent units). The second
figure indicates the percentage of
containers carrying fruit / chilled
cargoes for which the ship is certified.
Details concerning container size,
stowage
positions
and
special
conditions will be stipulated in an
appended certificate.
EQUIPPED
FOR
CONTAINERS

CARRIAGE

OF

Ships carrying containers occasionally

or as part cargo only, and equipped with
the appropriate facilities. The validity of
the aforementioned notations affixed to
the class character depends on the

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exclusive use of container stowage and
lashing elements approved by BKI and /
or tested in accordance with the
Society's Rules, as well as on the
approval of the container stowage and
lashing plan with parts lists.

GENERAL CARGO SHIP

Ships constructed for the carriage of
general cargo which will not be carried
in containers.

MULTI-PURPOSE DRY CARGO SHIP

Ships constructed for the carriage of
general and bulk cargo.
BULK CARRIER,
Notation for all ships complying with
Rules for Hull, Volume II, Section 23,
A. to E., contracted for new
construction before July 1st 2003.

are homogeneously loaded at the same filling

ratio with a cargo density of 3.0/m3.
Additionally, the BC-B loading conditions are to
be complied with.
Depending on the limitations to be observed
during operation as a consequence of the design
loading conditions applied during the design
phase, the following additional Notations may be
assigned:
{no MP} for bulk carrier notations BC-A, BC-B
and BC-C, when the vessel has not been
designed for loading and unloading in multiple
ports in accordance with the conditions specified
in Rules for Hull, Volume II, Section 23, F.
{maximum cargo density t/m3} for bulk
carrier notations BC-A and BC-B if the
maximum cargo density is less than 3.0
tonnes/m3.
{holds a, b, may be empty} for bulk carrier
notations BC-A.

For bulk carriers contracted for new construction

on or after July 1st 2003, having a length of 150
m or above and additionally complying with
Rules for Hull, Volume II, Section 23, F. the
following Notations may be assigned, depending
on the loading conditions, filling ratios of the
cargo holds etc.:

ORE CARRIER

BC-C: for bulk carriers designed to carry dry

bulk cargoes of cargo density less than 1.0 t/m3,
verified for a loading condition where at
maximum draught all cargo holds are
homogeneously loaded and 100 % full with a
cargo density of 1.0 t/m3.

3.1.4.3 Tankers for liquid cargo, special

cargoes and for alternative carriage
of oil and dry cargo

BC-B: for bulk carriers designed to carry dry

bulk cargoes of cargo density up to 3.0/m3,
verified for a loading condition where at
maximum draught all cargo holds are
homogeneously loaded at the same filling ratio
with a cargo density of 3.0/m3. Additionally, the
BC-C loading conditions are to be complied
with.
BC-A: for bulk carriers designed to carry dry
bulk cargoes of cargo density up to 3.0/m3 with
specified holds empty at maximum draught, for a
loading condition where all loaded cargo holds

Ships specially designed for the carriage

of bulk cargo and ore respectively and
strengthened in accordance with the
BKI Construction Rules. See also
3.1.6.1/2.

Ships constructed for the carriage of liquid cargo

and complying with the respective BKI
Construction Rules may e.g. have one of the
following notations:
OIL TANKER,
CHEMICAL TANKER,
LIQUEFIED GAS TANKER
Tankers for special cargoes and complying with
the respective Rules may e.g. have one of the
following Notations:
ASPHALT TANKER,

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EDIBLE OIL TANKER,

Ships specially designed for carriage of goods/

passengers/or vehicles engaged in short services
between two harbours regularly.

WINE TANKER

RO-RO SHIP

The suitability for the carriage of defined

(dangerous) cargoes and/or compliance with
relevant Rules will be specially indicated, e.g.:

Ships equipped with ramp and possibly shell

doors and strengthened in accordance with the
BKI Construction Rules, to enable motor
vehicles to enter / out.

SPECIAL TANKER,

PRODUCT CARRIER,
CHEMICAL TANKER-TYPE 1

EQUIPPED FOR CARRIAGE OF CARS

as an example for several designations as used in

IMO Codes - see Section 4, see also 3.1.3.9.

Ships provided with special equipment e.g.

floating decks for the carriage of non-loaded
motor vehicles.

WASTE CHEMICAL INCINERATOR SHIP

CAR FERRY
Ships intended to alternatively carry dry cargo or
liquids in bulk and complying with the
respective Rules may e.g. have one of the
following notations:
BULK CARRIER OR OIL TANKER
ORE CARRIER OR PRODUCT CARRIER

Ships designed for the transportation of motor

vehicles (and possibly also passengers) engaged
in the ferry service.
PASSENGER FERRY
Passenger ship engaged in the ferry service

SPM 1, SPM 2, SPM 3

Notations for tankers in shuttle service and of
one of 3 different single point mooring designs
meeting the requirements of Part 1 Seagoing
Ships, Chapter 1 Hull Structures, Section 24
Oil Tankers, K.
STL
Notation for tankers in shuttle service and
designed with a submerged turret loading
arrangement meeting the requirements of Part 1
Seagoing Ships, Chapter 1 Hull Structures,
Section 24 Oil Tankers, K.
3.1.4.4 Passenger Ship
PASSENGER SHIP
Ships complying with the construction rules and
safety regulations in force for the carriage and/or
accommodation more than 12 passengers
(particularly SOLAS).
3.1.4.5 Ferry; Carriage of Motor Vehicles
FERRY

3.1.4.6 Fishing vessels

FISHING VESSEL
Fishing vessels constructed in accordance with
the Rules for Fishing Vessels, possibly with
supplementary notations for specification of
type.
QUICK FREEZING
Notation affixed to the character of classification
of the cargo refrigerating installation on board
fishing vessels fitted with equipment for quick
freezing of wet fish.

3.1.4.7 Special - purpose ships

Other types of ships and / or craft which have
been specially designed dimensioned and / or
equipped for their intended purpose, will have a
relevant descriptive notation affixed to their
character of classification, such as:

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ACTIVE ESCORT TUG
Tug actively assisting a vessel during ahead
voyage and maneuvering by means of a
permanent rope connection to the stern of the
escorted vessel, see Rules for Hull, Section 27.

Notation for cargo craft meeting the

requirements of cargo craft in Rules For High
Speed Craft.

HSDE
BARGE
DREDGER
FLOATING CRANE
HYDROFOIL
ICE BREAKER
OIL RECOVERY VESSEL
PILOT BOAT
PONTOON
RESCUE VESSEL
RESEARCH VESSEL
SPECIAL PURPOSE SHIP
SUCTION DREDGER
SUPPLY VESSEL
TUG

Notation for craft constructed in essential part

according to Rules For High Speed Craft and
which are not subject to the IMO HSC Code.
Notations for maximum permitted operating
condition expressed in terms of significant wave
height are added to the notations HSCPASSENGER A, HSC-PASSENGER B, HSCCARGO and HSC as follows :
OC 1 Smooth sea service

Hs < 0.5 m

OC 2 Moderate environment service Hs < 2.5 m

OC 3 Restricted open sea service

Hs < 4.0 m

OC 4 Open sea service

Hs > 4.0 m

3.1.4.8 Floating docks / Ship Lift

The notation affixed to the character of class is :
Hs = significant wave height
FLOATING DOCK, with indication of the
nominal lifting capacity (t).
SHIP LIFT, with indication of the lifting
capacity [t].

The Notation OC1 to OC4 may also be used in

connection with the Notation, P,L,T, and D e.g.
A100 I P OC2
3.1.5 Freeboard

3.1.4.9 Carriage of dangerous cargoes

SOLAS II-2, Reg. 19
Notation in the class certificate assigned to ships
equipped for the carriage of dangerous cargoes in
accordance with the requirements of the BKI
Rules.

With freeboard ... m

The ship's hull is dimensioned for a draught of
less than the maximum draught permissible
according to the Load Line Convention.
3.1.6 Special strengthening

3.1.4.10 High Speed Craft

3.1.6.1 Heavy cargo

HSC-PASSENGER A

STRENGTHENED FOR HEAVY CARGO

Notation for craft (up to 450 passengers) meeting

the requirements of category A in Rules For
High Speed Craft.

Notation for ships provided with strengthening

recommended by BKI in accordance with the
BKI Construction Rules, unless complying with
the requirements of the notations BULK
CARRIER or ORE CARRIER. See 3.1.4.2.

HSC- PASSENGER B
Notation for craft (over 450 passengers) meeting
the requirements of category B in Rules For
High Speed Craft.
HSC-CARGO

3.1.6.2 Use of grabs

G Notation for ships with inner bottoms
strengthened for the use of grabs in accordance
with the BKI Construction Rules.

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(This does not apply to the anchor
equipment, which is always covered by
classification, or to equipment, such as
container lashing elements, which
according to A.2.4 above is also in any
case covered by classification.)

3.1.6.3 Deck loads

Data on permissible deck loads or container
weights are recorded in the form of entries in the
class certificate, as well as in the approved
design documentation.

3.1.6.4 Strengthening for collisions

3.1.10 Dynamic Positioning Systems

COLL The hull side structures are specially

strengthened to resist collision impacts as
stipulated in BKI Construction Rules. The index
added to the notation (e.g. COLL 2) reflects the
degree of strengthening provided.

EQUIPPED WITH DYNAMICAL

POSITIONING
DP

3.1.7 Enhanced Surveys

ESP (Enhanced Survey Programme)
The ship's hull (cargo area) and piping in
way of cargo area will be surveyed
according to an enhanced survey
programme. Notation for all Oil Tankers,
Product Tankers, Chemical Tankers, Bulk
Carriers > 500 GT.

Notation for ships complying with the

Rules
for
Dynamic
Positioning
Systems. Depending on the desired
system reliability and on the basis of a
risk analysis 3 distinctive marks are
provided, e.g.:

DP 1 Non-redundant
DP 2 Redundant
DP 3 Redundant, installation in separate
compartments
3.1.11 Bridge design on Seagoing Ships

3.1.8 In-water surveys

BRIDGE DESIGN ON SEAGOING SHIPS
IW The ship's hull is specially prepared and
equipped for in-water surveys as per Section.3,
C.1.7.

NAV

3.1.9 Special equipment and systems

NAV-O Ocean Area

3.1.9.1 Special systems (e.g. propulsion systems)

or equipment covered by classification may be
referred to by a notation affixed to the character
of classification, such as :

NAV-OC Ocean Area and Coastal Waters.

The bridge is designed in compliance

with the Special Requirements for
Bridge Design on Seagoing Ships.

3.1.12 Material

EQUIPPED WITH BOW RUDDER

If ships are constructed of mild steel, this will

not be specially indicated. If other materials are
employed for the entire hull, this will be
indicated in the Ship Register and in the class
certificate, e.g.:

EC

HTS (Higher Strength Hull Structural Steel)

AHTS The ship has been equipped with an

approved additional hatch cover tightness
system.

(Equipment Certified)
Characteristic
implements
and/or
equipment have by agreement been
constructed in accordance with the rules
or regulations of and under supervision
by BKI.

AL (Aluminium)
FRP (Fibre Glass Reinforced Plastic)
K (Wood)

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3.1.13 Novel designs

3.2.3 Fire Fighting
EXP Ships, machinery installations or essential
parts have been constructed in accordance
with a design, for which sufficient
experience is not available. BKI will
decide at what intervals the required
periodical surveys will have to be carried
out. Where experience over a prolonged
period of time has proved the efficiency of
the design, the notation EXP may be
cancelled.

Ships fitted with equipment complying with the

BKI Construction Regulation for Fire-Fighting
Ships will, depending on the size and purpose of
the equipment provided, have one of the
following notations affixed to the character of
classification for the machinery installation:
FF1

Equipment for fighting fires in the initial

stage and performing rescue operations in
the immediate vicinity of the installation
on fire.

FF2

Equipment for sustained fighting of large

fires and for cooling parts of the
installation on fire.

FF3

Corresponding to FF2, but with greater

fire extinguishing capacity and more
comprehensive
fire-extinguishing
equipment.

3.2 Machinery (special equipment)

3.2.1 Automation
Machinery installations which comply with the
Rules of BKI for automated and/or remotecontrolled systems, will have the notations
affixed to the character of classification as
follows (not applicable if class notations High
Speed Craft (HSC) have been assigned).
Other Notations for a detailed description are
possible.
OT

The machinery installation is fitted with

equipment for unattended machinery
spaces, so that it does not require to be
operated and/or maintained for periods
of at least 24 hours.

OT-nh The period during which attendance to

and maintenance of equipment is not
required, is less than 24 hours, with nh
indicating that the machinery space may
remain unattended for n hours.
OT-S

The machinery installation is operated

with the engine control room
permanently
attended
(centralized
control) and is equipped with a system
for remote control of the main
propulsion plant from the bridge or
arrangements for maneuvering from the
engine control room.

FF1/2 or FF1/3 Equipment corresponding to

FF2 or FF3 and additionally suited for
rescue operation as per FF1.

3.2.4 Reliquifaction
tankers)

plants

(liquefied-gas

SMPG Notation affixed to the character of

classification for the machinery
installation of ships carrying liquefied
gases and equipped with systems for
cooling (reliquifaction) of their cargo in
accordance with the BKI Construction
Rules.
3.2.5 Redundant Propulsion and Steering
Systems
Ships with propulsion and steering systems
which meet the redundancy requirements of BKI
for these systems obtain one of the following
notations affixed to the character of
classification:

3.2.2 Inert gas system

INERT The ship is equipped with an inert gas
system in accordance with the BKI
Construction Rules, or with a system
recognized as being equivalent in
design.

RP1x % The ship has at least two propulsion

machines, which are independent or
can be disconnected from each other.
This also applies to the auxiliary
systems which are needed to operate
the propulsion
machines.
No

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redundancy of propeller, shaft line,
gear box and steering system is
required.
RP2x % The ship has at least two propulsion
systems and two steering systems,
each of which is independent or can
be disconnected from each other. This
also applies to each of the auxiliary
systems which are needed to operate
the propulsion and/or steering
systems.
RP3x % The ship has at least two propulsion
systems and two steering systems,
each of which is independent or can
be disconnected from each other and
are installed in separate compartments. This also applies to each of the
auxiliary systems which are needed to
operate the propulsion and/or steering
systems.
The additional index x% denotes what
percentage of the main propulsion power of the
ship is provided by the redundant ships
propulsion system.

4.

Assignment of Characters of Classification and Notations

Assignment of any of the characters

classification and notations to the character
classification possible is dependent on proof
compliance with BKI Construction Rules
force having been furnished.
Such proof is furnished within the scope
examination of drawings and inspection
execution of construction by BKI Surveyors.

of
of
of
in
of
of

5. Validity of Class
5.1 The validity of Classification Certificate of
Hull including anchoring equipment and
Machinery installation including the electrical
installation are not exceeding 5 years. For ship
with class character A 90 the validity of class is
not to exceed 4 years.
5.2 The ship's hull and the machinery
installations are always assigned the same period
of validity of class.
The class will be maintained as long as the ship's
hull and machinery are subjected to all surveys

stipulated and any repairs and/or replacement are

carried out to the satisfactory of BKI.
5.3 The class assigned by BKI is valid only
subject to the conditions stated in the class
certificate (e.g. range of service, freeboard, main
engine output).
5.4 Any damage or excessive wastage beyond
allowable limits to side shell frame, their end
attachments and/or adjacent shell plating, the
deck structure and deck plating, the bottom
structure and bottom plating, the watertight or oil
tight bulkheads and the hatch covers and hatch
coamings that affect a vessels class, is to be
permanently repaired immediately after the
survey.
For locations where adequate repair facilities are
not available, consideration may be given to
allow a vessel to proceed directly to a repair
yard. This may require discharging of the cargo
and/or temporary repairs for the intended
voyage.
Damages or excessive wastage at the areas noted
above and not immediately affecting the vessels
structural or watertight / weathertight integrity
may be temporarily repaired for a period to be
defined.
5.5 The spare parts as stipulated in the
Construction Rules are to be carried on board
and must be in a condition ensuring usability.
5.6 Apart from the class certificates any other
documentation of significance for classification
is to be kept on board and made available to the
Surveyor on request, such as:
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reports on surveys previously performed

approved drawings and other documentation

handed out to owners together with the class
certificates and containing particulars or
instructions of significance in respect of the
classification requirements (e. g. use of
higher strength hull structural steel or lists of
spare parts)

6. Class suspended
6.1 If the ship's hull and machinery are not
subjected to the prescribed surveys at their due
dates, the class of the ship will be suspended.

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6.2 If the owners or the master of a vessel are

aware of any defects, deficiencies or damages to
any part of the ship including her installation and
outfit, which are covered by classification, either
BKI Head/Branch Office or Local representative
will have to be advised in detail. In the event of
average, grounding or the like, BKI Head/Branch
Office or Local representative will have to be
informed immediately and a survey will have to
be arranged for at least upon arrival at the next
port.
6.3 Where hull or the machinery are found to no
longer comply with the requirements of the
Rules on the basis of which the class was
assigned, or where owner refuse to have repairs
or modifications required by BKI within a
specified period to be agreed upon, the ship will
lose her class.
6.4 In exceptional cases, after an inspection on
the ships hull, machinery and equipment, the
repairs found to be necessary if the ship is to
retain her class may be dispensed with if the
Owner agrees to a reduction of class, a restriction
of the range of service, and/or the assignment of
a higher freeboard.
6.5 If the repairs required by BKI have been
carried out, and the ship is subjected to a
Reclassification Survey, the original character of
classification may be reinstated. This survey is to
be carried out in accordance with the
requirements for a Class Renewal Survey. On
application, BKI may agree to the date of the
Reclassification
Survey
governing
the
subsequent periods of class.
6.6 Where parts are damaged or worn to such an
extent that they no longer comply with the
requirements of BKI, they are to be repaired or
replaced. Maintenance work, repairs and
conversions of ships classed have to be carried
out under supervision by BKI for ensuring
maintenance or reassignment of class.
Technically, the areas affected by the repair and
conversion are to be treated in the same way as
new buildings, irrespective of whether the hull,
the machinery, including the electrical
installation, the inert gas system, automated
systems or other classed equipment are
concerned.
6.7 If following major conversions a new
character of class and/or new notations are

assigned so that new certificates have to be

issued, commencement of a new period of class
may be agreed about.
6.8. If for some reason the class has expired or
has been withdrawn by BKI, this will be
indicated in the Register.
6.9 When the vessel has lost her class and/or the
Owner is not interested in maintaining the class
or in reclassification of the ship, Biro Klasifikasi
Indonesia shall be informed. The Certificates of
Classification shall be returned to BKI.

7. Laid-up Ships
7.1 The period of class for hull and machinery
remains continues in force throughout the layingup period. This means that periodical surveys
will have to be carried out as before; for which
dry-docked is required, may be postponed until
re-commissioning.
Apart from this, the regulations as per C.5 apply.
7.2 Upon expiry of the class, including the
maximum possible extension, a survey
substituting the class renewal survey will have to
be performed. An entry on the class renewal will
be made into the Class Certificate, with the
notation "Laid-up Ship", and published in the
Ship Register.
7.3 At the time of re-commissioning a thorough
survey of the entire machinery will have to be
performed in addition to the outstanding
periodical surveys. Depending on the duration of
the laying-up period, a sea trial and/or recommissioning trials of specific installations
and/or components will have to carried out.

D. Classification of Newbuildings
1. Application for classification
1.1. The application for classification is to be
submitted to BKI in writing and in triplicate by
the shipyard or the ship owner, using the form
provided by BKI. The application has to be
given by client, who on the basis of the building
contract has the duty to observe the Rules of
BKI.
1.2 Where orders for the production of

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components are placed with subcontractors, BKI
should be advised about it, also indicating the
scope of production. The client will be
responsible for observance of the BKI Rules by
the subcontractors.
1.3. Where the application considers particulars
already having been approved by BKI (for
previous new building) to be used for the
classification, this will have to be specifically
stated in the application. Amendments to the
Constructions Rules having been introduced
meanwhile shall be taken into account. See
A.1.1.

2. Examination of construction particulars

2.1 Particulars for examination (construction
plans, proofs by computation, details on
materials, etc.) are to be submitted to BKI for
examination in Indonesia or English language in
triplicate1) in due time prior to commencement of
construction, as detailed in the Construction
Rules.
The particulars to be submitted in Indonesia or
English language have to contain all details
required for examination in accordance with the
Construction Rules. BKI reserve the right to
request additional information and particulars to
be submitted.
2.2 The particulars and drawings of components
subject to approval, to be submitted to BKI for
examination. Where applicable, they will be
provided with a mark of approval and returned in
one copy.
2.3 Any deviation from approved drawings and
documents required to be approved by BKI
before work is commenced.

conditional for acceptance of products subject to

testing.
3.1.2 Materials, components, appliances and
installations subject to inspection are to comply
with the relevant rule requirements and be
presented for inspection and / or construction
supervision by BKI Surveyors, unless provided
as a result of special approvals granted by BKI.
3.1.3 For each inspection, an appointment is to
be arranged in time with the local BKI
representative.
3.1.4 In order to enable the Surveyor to fulfill his
duties, he is to be given free access to the ship
and workshop, where parts requiring approval
are manufactured, assembled or tested. For
performance of the tests required, the shipyard or
manufacturers are to give the Surveyor every
assistance by providing the staff and equipment
necessary for such tests.
3.2 Supervision of construction
During the phase of construction of a vessel or
installation BKI will satisfy themselves by
surveys and inspections that :
-

parts for hull and machinery and/or special

equipment requiring approval have been
constructed in compliance with the approved
drawing and particulars

all tests and trials stipulated by Construction

Rules are performed satisfactorily

workmanship is in compliance with current

engineering standards and/or BKI rule
requirements

welded parts are produced by qualified

welders having undergone tests

test certificates have been presented for

components requiring approval (the
manufacturer will have to ensure that any
parts and materials requiring approval will
only be delivered and installed, if the
appropriate test certificates have been
issued, see 4.1)

where no individual certificates are required,

type test appliances and equipment are
employed in accordance with rule
requirements.

3. Supervision of construction and trials

3.1 General
3.1.1 BKI will assess the production facilities
and procedures of the shipyard and other
manufacturers as to whether they meet the
requirements of the Construction Rules. In
general, approvals based on such assessment are

1)

For ships flying Indonesian flag in quadruplicate, one of

which intended for the Indonesian Government.

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3.3 Tests at manufacturers

As far as practicable, machinery and equipment
will be subjected to operational trials on the
manufacturers' test bed to the scope specified in
the Construction Rules. This applies also to
engines produced in large series. Where the
machinery, equipment or electrical installations
are novel in design or have not yet sufficiently
proved their efficiency under actual service
conditions on board ship, BKI may require
performance of a trial under particularly severe
conditions. For refrigerating installations see 3.5

make special entries in the refrigerating

installation certificate and Register.

4. Reports, certificates
4.1 Testing of materials, components,
machinery, etc. at subcontractor's works will be
certified by BKI Branch offices.
4.2 Upon completion of the ship or installation
the Surveyors will prepare construction reports,
on the basis of which BKI will issue the class
certificate (see C.3).

3.4 Shipboard trials

E. Admission to Class

Upon completion of the ship and/or the

system/equipment to be classed, hull, machinery
and electrical installations will be subjected to
operational trials in the presence of the BKI
Surveyor, prior to and during the sea trial. This
will comprise, e.g.:

1. Application, particulars

tightness, operational and load tests of tanks,

hatch covers, shell ports, ramps, etc.

operational and/or load tests of the

machinery and installations (propulsion
plant, electrical installations, steering gear,
anchor equipment, etc.) of importance for
safe operation.

During a final survey, checks will be made to

ensure that any deficiencies found, for instance
during the sea trial, have been eliminated.

1.1 Application
1.1.1 Applications for the classification of ships
or special equipment not constructed under the
supervision of BKI or not in accordance with the
rules of BKI are to be addressed to BKI in
writing, in triplicate. The application for
classification is to be accompanied at least by the
particulars specified in 1.2 below. BKI reserve
the right to request submission of additional
particulars.
1.1.2 BKI to be informed about the previous
class status and period, as well as any
recommendations of the previous Classification
Society.

3.5 Refrigerating installations

1.2 Particulars

3.5.1 Refrigerating machines are to be subjected

to operational tests at manufacturers.

1.2.1 Hull

3.5.2 Fitting of the refrigerating installation will

be supervised by the Surveyor, who will examine
the workmanship and perform the prescribed
tightness and operational tests.
3.5.3 Upon completion the entire installation will
be subjected to operational trials in accordance
with the requirements of the Construction Rules.
3.5.4 For refrigerating installations deviating in
design from installations in common use, BKI
reserve the right to require additional tests to be
performed, schedule special survey dates and

The following particulars and/or drawings are to

be submitted:
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particulars of the type and main dimensions

of the ship, building year, building yard,
freeboard, stability documentation and
details of the anchor equipment

general arrangement, capacity plan,

hydrostatic and cross curves, loading
manual, where required, midship section,
longitudinal and transverse sections,
transverse
bulkheads,
decks,
shell
expansion, engine and boiler foundations,

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stem and stern frame, rudder and rudder
stock, hatch covers
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for tankers: tank bulkheads, loading and

unloading facilities, cargo tank venting
system and safety devices, pumping
arrangements at the forward and after ends
of the vessel, drainage of cofferdams and
pump rooms
for ships with built-in tanks, the walls of
which do not form part of the shell plating:
drawings of these tanks, their safety
arrangement, as well as their loading and
unloading systems

1.2.2 Machinery
The following particulars and/or drawings are to
be submitted:
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particulars of the type, output and main data,

building year and manufacturer of the main
engine(s) and of the auxiliary machinery
essential for operational safety, the electrical
installations, the inert gas system, the
automatic/remote control system, the safety
arrangements, the steering gear and the
windlasses
machinery arrangement, intermediate, thrust
and screw shafts, propeller, main engines,
propulsion gears and clutch systems,
starting-air receivers, main and/or auxiliary
boilers and oil fuel burning systems,
turbines, super-heaters and economizers (or
manufacturer make, model and rating
information), steam and feed-water systems,
cooling water and lubricating oil systems,
bilge and ballast systems, fuel oil and
starting-air systems, air and sounding pipes
systems, electrical arrangements and wiring
diagram, steering gear arrangement and
piping
system
and
steering
gear
manufacturer make and model information

torsional vibration calculations of the main

shafting system including its branches for
vessels less than two years old

for vessels with ice class notation: drawings

for flexible couplings and/or torque limiting
shafting devices in the propulsion line
shafting (or manufacturer make, model and
rating information)

for unattended machinery spaces, notation

OT: instrument and alarm list, fire alarm
system, list of automatic safety functions
(e.g. slowdowns, shutdowns, etc.), function
testing plan.

for ship type related equipment and

installations the documentation is to be
determined from case to case.

1.2.3 Particulars special equipment

(refrigeration
installations,
diving
systems)
The application for classification for special
equipment (refrigerating installation, diving
systems) is to be accompanied by particulars in
the extent, as indicated in the BKI Construction
Rules. Results of the trials under working
conditions are to be submitted, if an operational
trial has not yet been performed, it will have to
be carried out.

2. Procedure for Classification

2.1 The drawings and other particulars of
relevance to classification are checked for
compliance
with
the
applicable
BKI
Construction Rules and/or equivalent other rules.
2.2 For admission to class the ship and / or her
special equipment are to be surveyed in
accordance with the provisions for class renewal
survey (see Section 3). If the result of the survey
is satisfactory, the class of BKI will be effective
as of the date of performance of the survey.
2.3 If the ship and/or her special equipment
holds the valid class of another recognized
Classification Society and if sufficient proof has
been furnished regarding the class status, BKI
may dispense with examination of drawing and
computations. A thorough inspection of individual areas and parts of the hull, the machinery
and electrical plant or of refrigerating
installation, may in this case be deferred until the
next due date.
However at least a survey to the scope of an
intermediate survey is to be carried out.
In such cases, the period of class will remain as
assigned by the previous Classification Society.

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2.4 A ship will not be admitted to class if the
relevant drawings and computations are not
submitted.
2.5 If the ship complies with the requirements of
BKI, a Certificate of Classification will be issued
in accordance with the Surveyor's Report on the
condition of the ship. Once a ship and/or special
equipment have been classed with BKI, the
Rules in force as well as procedures applicable to
ships and/or special equipment constructed under
supervision by BKI will apply.

2.6 If a sufficient proof of the loosing society

regarding the ships previous class status is not
as yet available the survey status information
provided by the owner may be used. A
Provisional Class Certificate may be issued after
completion of the surveys requested for
Admission to Class with a statement that
recommendation which are overdue, if received
after issuance of the Provisional Class Certificate
are to be dealt with at the next port of call.

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Table 2.1
P1--P2--P3--P4--P5--P6--P7--P8---

SOLAS 48
SOLAS 60
IMO Resolution A.265
SOLAS 74
SOLAS Amendments 88, Chap. II-1, Reg. 8
IMO Resolution A.265 simplified
SOLAS Amendments 94, Chap. II-1, Reg. 8
Special Trade Passenger Ships Rules, 1971

T1--T2--T3--T4--T5---

Bulk Chemical (BCH) Code

Gas Carrier (GC) Code
MARPOL Convention, Annex 1
Intern. Bulk Chemical (IBC) Code
Intern. Gas Carrier (IGC) Code

The letters have the following significance:

C1
C2--C3---

Intern. Convention on Load Lines (ILLC), Reg. 27

SOLAS Amendments 90/91, Chap. II-1, Reg. 25-1
SOLAS Amendments 97, Chap. XII, Reg. 4

S1--S2--S3--S4--S5--S6--S7---

Code of Safety for Dynamically Supported Craft

MODU Code
IMO Resolution A.469
Code of Safety for Special Purpose Ships
IMO Resolution A.673
Code of Safety for High Speed Craft, 1994
Code of Safety for High Speed Craft, 2000

I---

Inland vessels

**---

other, not precisely defined damage stability regulations

P - Passenger ships
T - Tankers

C - Cargo vessels
I - Inland vessels
S - Special-purpose ships

Table 2.2
--D33
--D22
--D21
--D20
--D11
--D10

= 3 - Comp.-Status, throughout entire ships length

= 2 - Comp.-Status, throughout entire ships length
= 2 - Comp.-Status, partial 1-Comp. status for specified compartments (e.g. engine room)
= 2 - Comp.-Status, without damage to specified compartments (e.g. engine room)
= 1 - Comp.-Status, throughout entire ships length
= 1 - Comp.-Status, without damage to specified compartments (e.g. engine room)

--P72

= required subdivision index 72 % (example)

Accordingly, ships which owing to their suitability for different kinds of service have been assigned several type markings are
likewise assigned several markings for their damage stability