Procedures For Approval of Service Suppliers v2.12 June 2022

Procedures for Approval
of Service Suppliers
Reference:
MARINE – PASS version 2.12
Reporting date:
June 2022
Report by:
Statutory Support Group, Fleet Services, In-Service
Lloyd’s Register Procedures for Approval of Service Suppliers | 2.12
Contents
1.1. Objective 1
1.2. Introduction 1
1.2.2. Application 1
1.2.3. For Statutory Purposes 1
1.2.4. For Classification and/or Statutory Purposes 2
1.2.5. For Classification Purposes 2
1.2.6. Non-mandatory Approvals 3
1.3. General Requirements Applicable to All Service Suppliers 3
1.3.1. Service Suppliers – Extent of Approval 3
1.3.2. Training of Personnel 3
1.3.3. Supervision 3
1.3.4. Servicing Stations 4
1.3.5. Personnel Records 4
1.3.6. Equipment and Facilities 4
1.3.7. Control of Data 4
1.3.8. Procedures 4
1.3.9. Sub-contractors 4
1.3.10. Verification 4
1.3.11. Reporting 4
1.3.12. Service Supplier’s Report 4
1.3.13. Service Supplier’s Relations with the Equipment Manufacturer 5
1.3.14. Auditing of the Service Supplier 5
1.3.15. Certification 5
1.3.16. Documented Procedures and Instructions 5
1.3.17. Specific Flag Requirements 5
1.4. Additional Reference Documents 5
1.5. Procedure for Approval 5
1.5.1. Submission of Documents 5
1.6. Pre-requisites for Approval 6
1.6.1. Quality Assurance System 6
1.6.2. Documented Quality System 6
1.6.3. Alterations to the Certified Approved Service Supplier System 7
1.7. Certification and Documentation 7
1.7.1. Certification 7
1.7.2. Renewal of the Certificate 7
1.7.3. Existing Approvals 7
1.8. Certification of Multi-site Organisations 7
1.8.1 Introduction 7
1.8.2 Application 7
1.8.3 Site Sampling Procedure 8
1.8.4 Selection of sites 8
1.8.5 Multi-site Certification 8
1.9. LR Approvals Database 9
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1.10. Cancellation of Approval 9
1.10.1. Cancellation Cases 9
1.10.2. Re-approval After Cancellation 9
2.1. Requirements for Service Suppliers Engaged in Tightness-testing of
Closing Appliances such as Hatches, Doors, etc., with Ultrasonic
Equipment 10
2.1.1. Extent of Engagement 10
2.1.2. Operators 10
2.1.3. Procedures 10
2.2. Requirements for Service Suppliers Engaged in Carrying out an In-Water
Survey (IWS) on Ships and Mobile Offshore Units by Diver or Remotely
Operated Vehicle (ROV) 11
2.2.3. Supervisor 11
2.2.4. Divers and Operators 11
2.2.6. Procedures and Guidelines 12
2.2.7. Equipment 12
2.2.8. Additional procedures for remote In-Water Surveys 12
2.3. Requirements for Service Suppliers Engaged in Examination of Ro-Ro
Ship’s Bow, Stern, Side and Inner Doors 14
2.3.2. Extent of Approval 14
2.3.5. Procedures and Instructions 14
2.3.6. Reference Documents 14
2.4. Requirements for Service Suppliers Engaged in Inspections and
Maintenance of Fire-Extinguishing Equipment and Systems 16
2.4.5. Equipment and Facilities - General Requirements 17
2.4.6. Equipment 17
2.5. Requirements for Service Suppliers Engaged in Servicing Inflatable
Liferafts, Inflatable Lifejackets, Hydrostatic Release Units, Inflatable
Rescue Boats and Marine Evacuation Systems 18
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2.6. Requirements for Service Suppliers Engaged in Surveying and Testing of
Radio Communication Equipment 19
2.6.2. Supervisors 19
2.6.3. Radio Inspectors 19
2.7. Requirements for Service Suppliers Engaged in Inspection and Testing of
Centralised Gas Welding and Cutting Equipment 21
2.7.5. Equipment and Facilities - General Requirements 21
2.7.6. Equipment 22
2.8. Requirements for Service Suppliers Engaged in Inspections and
Maintenance of Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus 23
2.8.5. Equipment and Facilities – General Requirements 23
2.8.6. Equipment 24
2.9. Requirements for Service Suppliers Engaged in Annual Performance
Testing of Voyage Data Recorders (VDR) and Simplified Voyage Data
Recorders (S-VDR) 25
2.9.6. Reporting - Test Report 26
2.10. Requirements for Service Suppliers Engaged in Inspections of Low-
Location Lighting Systems Using Photo Luminescent Materials and
Evacuation Guidance Systems used as an Alternative to Low-Location
Lighting Systems 28
2.10.2. Operators 28
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2.10.7. Reporting 28
2.11. Requirements for Service Suppliers Engaged in Sound Pressure Level
Measurements of Public Address and General Alarm Systems Onboard
Ships 29
2.12. Requirements for Service Suppliers Engaged in Servicing of Immersion
Suits, Thermal Protective Aids, Chemical Protective Suits 31
2.12.1. Equipment and Facilities – General Requirements 31
2.12.2. Equipment 32
2.13. Requirements for Service Suppliers Engaged in Maintenance, thorough
Examination, Operational Testing, Overhaul and Repair of Lifeboats and
Rescue Boats, Launching Appliances and Release Gear 33
2.13.3. Certification of Personnel 34
2.14. Requirements for Service Suppliers Engaged in Surveys of Repairs of Fibre-
reinforced Composite Craft 36
2.15. Requirements for Service Suppliers Engaged in Surveys of Masts and
Rigging 37
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2.16. Requirements for Service Suppliers Engaged in Surveys of Repairs to
Wooden Vessels 39
2.17. Requirements for Service Suppliers Engaged in Visual/Sampling Checks
and Testing for Hazardous Materials, such as Asbestos, PCBs, TBTs, CFCs
and PFOS Onboard Ships 40
2.17.3. Certification and Documentation 40
2.17.8. Sampling and Analysis, Protocols and Test Methods 42
2.18. Requirements for Service Suppliers Engaged in Shore-Based Maintenance
of Satellite EPIRBs 45
2.19. Requirements for Condition Monitoring Service Suppliers 47
2.19.3. Training and Competence 47
2.20. Requirements for Service Suppliers Engaged in Measurements of Noise
Level On Board Ships 48
2.20.5. Procedures and Instructions 49
2.21. Requirements for Service Suppliers Engaged in Tightness Testing of
Primary and Secondary Barriers of Gas Carriers with Membrane Cargo
Containment Systems for Vessels In-Service 50
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2.21.2. Requirements for Service Suppliers Engaged in Global Testing of Primary and Secondary
Barriers 50
2.21.3. Requirements for Service Suppliers Engaged in Acoustic Emission (AE) Testing 50
2.21.4. Requirements for Service Suppliers Engaged in Thermographic Testing 51
2.22. Requirements for Service Suppliers Engaged in Cable Transit Seal Systems
Inspection on Ships and Mobile Offshore Units 53
2.22.3. Qualifications and Training of Personnel 53
2.23. Requirements for Service Suppliers Engaged in Surveys using Remote
Inspection Techniques (RIT) as an Alternative Means for Close-up Survey of
the Structure of Ships and Mobile Offshore Units 55
2.23.2. Definitions 55
2.23.3. Training and Qualification of Personnel 55
2.23.5. Operator 56
2.23.7. Procedures and Guidelines 56
2.23.8. Documentation and Records 57
2.24. Requirements for Service Suppliers Engaged in Commissioning Testing of
Ballast Water Management Systems (BWMS) 58
2.24.5. Sampling and Analysis 59
2.25. Requirements for Service Suppliers Engaged in Measurements for
Determination of a vessel’s Underwater Radiated Noise 62
2.25.1 Extent of Engagement 62
2.25.2 Training and Qualification of Personnel 62
2.25.4 Procedures and Instructions 63
2.25.5 Reference Documents 63
2.25.6 Reporting and Verification 64
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Procedures for Approval of Service Suppliers
Version 2.12 / June 2022
PART 1: Approved Service Suppliers – General Requirements
1.1. Objective
The objective of this Procedure is to set minimum requirements for Approval and Certification of Service Suppliers,
it is applicable to both initial and renewal audits. Approvals against these requirements will be provided by
members of the Lloyd’s Register Group (hereinafter referred to as “Lloyd’s Register”).
1.2. Introduction
1.2.1. Definitions
− Manufacturer: A Company that manufactures equipment required to be periodically serviced and/or

maintained.
− Service Supplier (a Service Supplier or category of Service Supplier may be referred to here after simply as
“Supplier”): A person or Company, not employed by Lloyd’s Register, who at the request of an equipment
Manufacturer, Shipyard, vessel's Owner or other client acts in connection with inspection work and provides
services for a ship or a Mobile Offshore Unit such as measurements, tests or maintenance of safety systems
and equipment, the results of which are used by Surveyors in making decisions affecting Classification or
Statutory certifications and services.
− Agent: A Person or Company authorised to act for or to represent a Manufacturer or approved/ recognised
Service Supplier.
− Subsidiary: A Company partly or wholly owned by a Manufacturer or approved/recognised Service Supplier.
− Subcontractor: A Person or Company providing services to a Manufacturer or approved/recognised Service
Supplier, with a formal contract defining the assumption of the obligations of the Service Supplier.
1.2.2. Application
Suppliers providing services on behalf of the Owner/Operator of a ship or a Mobile Offshore Unit (such as
measurements, tests, surveys or maintenance of safety systems and equipment), the results of which are used by
Lloyd’s Register Surveyors in making decisions affecting Certification, are subject to approval by Lloyd’s Register.
Lloyd’s Register Surveyors will approve Service Suppliers in accordance with these requirements, except where
otherwise instructed by the relevant Flag State Administration.
In addition to these General Requirements applicable to all Service Suppliers, the Specific Requirements applicable
to certain Service Suppliers in Part 2 of this document are also to be complied with.
This Procedure applies to the approval of the following categories of Service Suppliers, whose results are used by
Lloyd’s Register Surveyors in making decisions affecting Certification:
1.2.3. For Statutory Purposes

− Servicing of inflatable liferafts, inflatable lifejackets, hydrostatic release units, inflatable rescue boats and
marine evacuation systems.
− Surveys and testing of radio communication equipment.
− Inspections and maintenance of self-contained breathing apparatus.
− Annual performance testing of Voyage Data Recorders (VDR) and Simplified Voyage Data Recorders (S-VDR).
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− Inspections of Low-Location Lighting (LLL) systems using photo luminescent materials and evacuation
guidance systems used as an alternative to Low-Location Lighting (LLL) systems.
− Sound pressure level measurements of Public Address and General Alarm systems on board ships.
− EPIRB shore-based maintenance facilities.
− Servicing of immersion suits, thermal protective aids, chemical protective suits.
− Maintenance, thorough examination, operational testing, overhaul and repair of lifeboats and rescue
boats, launching appliances and release gear.
− Inspection, performance testing and maintenance of Automatic Identification Systems (AIS).
− Inspection, performance testing and maintenance of Long Range Identification and Tracking (LRIT)
Systems, and Ship Security Alert (SSA) Systems.
− Hydraulic tests of low and high pressure cylinders.
− Inspection and testing of centralised gas welding and cutting equipment.
1.2.4. For Classification and/or Statutory Purposes

− In-Water surveys (IWS) on ships and Mobile Offshore Units by diver or Remotely Operated Vehicle (ROV).
− Inspections and maintenance of fire-extinguishing equipment and systems.
− Tightness testing of closing appliances such as hatches, doors, etc. with ultrasonic equipment.
− Examination of Ro-Ro ship’s bow, stern, side and inner doors.
− Surveys, servicing and testing of lifting appliances.
− Surveys of repairs of fibre reinforced composite craft.
− Surveys of repairs to wooden vessels.
− Measurements of noise level on board ships.
− Tightness testing of primary and secondary barriers of gas carriers with membrane cargo containment
systems for vessels in service.
− Visual/sampling checks and testing for hazardous materials, such as asbestos, PCBs, TBTs, CFCs and PFOS
on board ships.
− Inspection of cable transit seal systems.
− Survey using Remote Inspection Techniques (RIT) as an alternative means for Close-up Survey of the
structure of ships and Mobile Offshore Units.
There are separate procedures for Service Suppliers involved in:

− Thickness measurements on ships and Mobile Offshore Units – Refer to MQPS, Book N, 17-1.
− Testing of coating systems in accordance with IMO Resolution MSC.215(82), as amended, and IACS UI
SC223 and/or IMO Resolution MSC.288(87), as amended – Refer to MQPS, Book P, 19-1.
1.2.5. For Classification Purposes

− Surveys of masts and rigging.
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− Condition Monitoring Service Suppliers.*

*Approval as a service supplier is not mandatory for this category
1.2.6. Non-mandatory Approvals

Use of the approved Service Suppliers is not mandatory for the following services, unless instructed otherwise by
the Flag Administration with respect to Statutory certification:
− Surveys of Low-Location Lighting (LLL) systems using photo luminescent materials and evacuation guidance
systems used as an alternative to Low-Location Lighting systems.
− Sound pressure level measurements of Public Address and General Alarm systems on board ships.
− Measurements of noise level onboard ships.
− Testing of coating systems in accordance with IMO Resolution MSC.215(82), as amended, and IACS UI
SC223 and/or IMO Resolution MSC.288(87), as amended.
− Examination of Ro-Ro ship’s bow, stern, side and inner doors.
− Hydraulic tests of low and high pressure cylinders.
− Inspection and testing of centralised gas welding and cutting equipment.
− Commissioning testing of Ballast Water Management Systems (BWMS).
1.3. General Requirements Applicable to All Service Suppliers
1.3.1. Service Suppliers – Extent of Approval

Service Suppliers are to demonstrate that they have the competence and control needed to perform the services
for which approval is sought.
1.3.2. Training of Personnel

Service Suppliers are responsible for the qualification and training of their personnel to a recognised National,
International or Industry Standard, as applicable. Where such Standards do not exist, Service Suppliers are to define
standards for the training and qualification of their personnel relevant to the functions each is authorised to
perform.
The personnel are also to have adequate experience and be familiar with the operation of any necessary equipment.
Operators/technicians/inspectors are to have had a minimum of one (1) year tutored on-the-job training. Where it
is not possible to perform internal training, a program of external training may be considered as acceptable.
1.3.3. Supervision
Service Suppliers are to provide supervision for all services provided. Responsible supervisors are to have had a
minimum of two (2) years of experience as operators/technicians/inspectors within the activity for which Service
Suppliers are approved.
For a Service Supplier consisting of one person, that person is to meet the requirements of a supervisor.
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1.3.4. Servicing Stations

Where several servicing stations are owned by a given Company, each station is to be assessed and approved except
as specified in paragraph 1.6.2.
1.3.5. Personnel Records

Service Suppliers are to keep records of the approved operators/technicians/inspectors. These records are to
contain information on age, formal education, training and experience for the services for which they are approved.
1.3.6. Equipment and Facilities

Service Suppliers are to have the necessary equipment and facilities for the service(s) to be supplied. A record of the
equipment used is to be kept and available. The record is to contain information on maintenance and results of
calibration and verifications. Lloyd’s Register shall assess and record the validity of previous measuring results when
the equipment is found not to conform to requirements. Lloyd’s Register shall take appropriate action on the
equipment affected.
1.3.7. Control of Data

When computers are used for the acquisition, processing, recording, reporting, storage, measurement assessment
and monitoring of data, the ability of computer software to satisfy the intended application shall be documented
and confirmed by the Service Supplier. This shall be undertaken prior to initial use and reconfirmed as necessary.
Note: Commercial off-the-shelf software (e.g. word-processing, database and statistical programmes) in general
use within their designed application range may be considered to be sufficiently validated and do not
require any subsequent confirmation.
1.3.8. Procedures
Service Suppliers are to have documented work procedures covering all services supplied.
1.3.9. Sub-contractors
Service Suppliers are to provide information of agreements and arrangements if any parts of the services provided
are sub-contracted. Particular emphasis is to be given to quality management by Service Suppliers in following-up
such sub-contracts. Sub-contractors providing the services of the approved Service Supplier shall also be approved
as a Service Supplier in accordance with these procedures.
1.3.10. Verification
Service Suppliers are to verify that the services provided are carried out in accordance with approved procedures.
1.3.11. Reporting
Service Suppliers are to provide reports detailing the results of surveys, measurements, tests, maintenance and/or
repairs carried out. The format of the report is to be acceptable to Lloyd’s Register.
Where applicable, Lloyd’s Register will provide report forms.
1.3.12. Service Supplier’s Report

The Service Supplier’s report is to include a copy of the valid `Certificate of Approval of Service Suppliers’ issued by
Lloyd’s Register. Alternatively, the report is to include a copy of the valid ‘Certificate of Approval of Service Suppliers’
if not approved by Lloyd’s Register.
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1.3.13. Service Supplier’s Relations with the Equipment Manufacturer

A Supplier which works as a service station on behalf of a Manufacturer of equipment (and as a Service Supplier in
this field), will be assessed by the Manufacturer and nominated as their agent. The Manufacturer should ensure that
appropriate instruction manuals, materials, etc., and proper training of technicians are available for the agent. Such
Service Suppliers will be approved on a case-by-case basis in accordance with this Procedure, except as specified
separately.
1.3.14. Auditing of the Service Supplier

Upon reviewing the submitted documents with satisfactory result, the Service Supplier is audited in order to
ascertain that the Service Supplier is duly organised and managed in accordance with the submitted documents,
and that it is considered capable of conducting the services for which approval/certification is sought.
1.3.15. Certification
Certification is conditional on a practical demonstration of the performance of the specific service as well as
satisfactory reporting being carried out. At renewal audits, evidence of performance, verified by Lloyd’s Register
Surveyor(s), since the previous audit is sufficient to satisfy this requirement.
1.3.16. Documented Procedures and Instructions

Documented procedures and instructions should be available for the recording of damages and defects found
during inspection, servicing and repair work. This documentation is to be made available to the local Lloyd’s
Register Office upon request.
1.3.17. Specific Flag Requirements

Some Flag State Administrations may have requirements in addition to those stated in these Procedures. Flag State
Administration requirements should be determined before any services are offered.
1.4. Additional Reference Documents

− ISO 9000 2005 – Quality Management Systems – Fundamentals and Vocabulary.
1.5. Procedure for Approval
1.5.1. Submission of Documents

The following documents are to be made available to local Lloyd’s Register Office for review:
− Outline of Company (e.g. organisation and management structure) including subsidiaries is to be included
in the approval/certification.
− List of nominated agents, subsidiaries and subcontractors.
− Experience of the Company in the specific service area.
− For categories of Service Suppliers that require certification from Manufacturers, Manufacturer’s
documentary evidence that the Service Supplier has been certified or licensed to service the particular
makes and models of equipment for which approval is sought shall be provided.
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− List of operators/technicians/inspectors, documenting training and experience within the relevant service
area, and qualifications according to recognised National, International or Industry Standards, as relevant.
− Description of equipment used for the particular service for which approval is sought.
− A guide for operators of such equipment.
− Training programmes for operators/technicians/inspectors.
− Checklists and record formats for recording results of the services provided.
− Quality Manual and/or documented procedures covering requirements given below.
− Documented procedures for communication with the crew prior to commencing work, so that it is safe to
decommission the equipment being maintained, and to provide a safe system of work in place.
− Evidence of approval/acceptance by other bodies, if any.
− Information on any activities that represent a conflict of interest.
− Record of customer claims and of corrective actions requested by certification bodies.
− Operators/technicians/inspectors documentation they have acknowledged the code of conduct.
1.6. Pre-requisites for Approval
1.6.1. Quality Assurance System

Service Suppliers are to have a documented system covering at least the following:
− Code of conduct for the relevant activity.
− Maintenance and calibration of equipment.
− Training programmes for operators/technicians/inspectors.
− Supervision and verification of operations to ensure compliance with the approved operational procedures.
− Recording and reporting of information.
− Quality management of subsidiaries, agents and subcontractors.
− Job preparation.
− Periodic review of work process procedures, complaints, corrective actions, and issuance, maintenance and
control of documents.
1.6.2. Documented Quality System

A documented Quality System complying with the most current version of the ISO 9000 series that includes the
above items will be considered acceptable.
If Manufacturers of equipment (and/or its Service Suppliers) apply to Lloyd’s Register for inclusion of its nominated
agents and/or subsidiaries (excluding any subcontractor) in the approval, then it must have implemented a Quality
System certified in accordance with the most current version of ISO 9000 series. The Quality System must contain
effective controls of the Manufacturer’s (and/or Service Supplier’s) agents and/or subsidiaries. The nominated
agents/subsidiaries must also have in place an equally effective Quality System complying with the most current
version of ISO 9000 series. Such approvals shall be based upon an evaluation of the Quality System implemented
by the parent Company against the most current version of ISO 9000 series. The local Lloyd’s Register Office will
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verify the adherence to this Quality System by performing audits on each affiliate against the most current version
of the ISO 9000 series (see also section 1.8).
1.6.3. Alterations to the Certified Approved Service Supplier System

In cases where any alteration affecting the certified service operation system of the Service Supplier is made, such
alteration is to be IMMEDIATELY informed to the local Lloyd’s Register Office in writing. An audit may be required
when deemed necessary to ensure continued validity of the Certificate of Approval.
1.7. Certification and Documentation
1.7.1. Certification
Upon satisfactory completion of both the audit of the Service Supplier and the demonstration test, as applicable,
the local Lloyd’s Register Office will issue a Certificate of Approval. The Certificate will clearly state the type and
scope of services and any limitations or restrictions imposed, including type of equipment and/or names of
Manufacturers of equipment where this is a limiting restraint.
1.7.2. Renewal of the Certificate

Renewal of the Certificate is made at intervals not exceeding three (3) years by verification through audits that
approved conditions are maintained or, where applicable, on expiry of the Supplier’s approval received from an
equipment Manufacturer, whichever comes first. In the latter case, Lloyd’s Register is to be informed in due course by
the Service Supplier.
Where the renewal audit may be completed within three (3) months before the expiry date of the existing Certificate,
the new Certificate shall be valid from the date of completion of the audit to a date not exceeding three years from the
date of expiry of the existing certificate.
1.7.3. Existing Approvals

Approvals granted before the implementation of this procedure may remain valid as stated in the respective
Certificates for a period up to but not exceeding three (3) years. Renewals of such Certificates have to be carried out
in accordance with this procedure.
1.8. Certification of Multi-site Organisations
1.8.1 Introduction
A multi-site organisation need not be a unique legal entity, but all sites shall have a legal or contractual link with
the Central Office of the organisation and be subject to a common management system, which is laid down,
established and subject to continuous surveillance and internal audits by the Central Office. This means that the
Central Office has rights to require that the sites implement corrective actions when needed in any site. Where
applicable this should be set out in the formal agreement between the Central Office and the sites.
1.8.2 Application
For certification of multi-site organisations with a single management system, a site sampling audit procedure may
be used, as outlined in section 1.8.3.
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This sampling audit procedure, as outlined in section 2, does not apply to the following scenarios:
i) Multi-site organisations where multiple management systems are deployed across the organisation, when
each site shall be considered the same as a single site organisation and audited accordingly. [That is, sites
which have any degree of autonomy shall be individually audited and certified.]
ii) Certification of sites/offices which provide a service at that location, i.e. laboratory or workshop. Such
sites/offices are to be individually audited and certified.
iii) For situations where independent organisations are collected together by another independent
organisation (e.g. consulting company or an artificial organisation) under the umbrella of a single
management system.
For large multi-site organisations (i.e. 20 sites or more) where it is determined that the site sampling procedure is
not applicable as per paragraph ii) above, and every site needs to be audited, this may be done on a rotational basis,
approximately 20% of sites every year, provided all sites are audited at least every 5 years.
1.8.3 Site Sampling Procedure

The minimum number of sites to be visited per audit is as follows:
i) Size of site Initial audit: the size of the sample shall be the square root of the number of sites (y=√x) rounded
up to the next whole number, where y = number of sites to be sampled and x = total number of sites.
ii) Annual surveillance audit: the size of the annual sample shall be the square root of the number of sites with
0.6 as a coefficient (y=0.6 √x), rounded up to the next whole number.
iii) Re-certification audit: the size of the sample shall be the same as for an initial audit. Where the management
system has proved to be effective over the certification cycle, the size of the sample could be reduced to,
y=0.8 √x, rounded up to the next whole number.
iv) The Central Office shall be audited during the initial certification and every recertification audit and at least
once a calendar year as part of surveillance.
1.8.4 Selection of sites

When applying the site sampling procedure, at least 25% of the sample shall be selected at random. The remainder
shall be selected so that the differences among the sites selected over the period of validity of the certificate is as
large as possible.
1.8.5 Multi-site Certification

Certification documents can be issued covering multiple sites, provided all listed sites provide all services listed on
the certificate.
Certification documents can be issued covering multiple sites, provided each site has been audited either
individually, or by using the sample approach outlined in this procedure, where appropriate.
Certification documents shall contain the name and address of the Central Office of the client and a list of all the
sites to which the certification documents relate.
LR shall withdraw the certification documentation in its entirety, if the Central Office or any of the sites does not
fulfil the necessary provisions for the maintenance of the certification.
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1.9. LR Approvals Database

Upon satisfactory completion of the approval and certification process, the Service Supplier will be included in the
LR Approvals database accessible by clients and LR colleagues through a dedicated portal on the LR Approval’s
website.
1.10. Cancellation of Approval
1.10.1. Cancellation Cases

Lloyd’s Register reserves the right to cancel the approval and to inform the IACS Members accordingly.
Approval by the approving Lloyd’s Register Office may be cancelled in the following cases:
− Where the service was improperly carried out or the results were improperly reported.
− Where the Service Supplier has not taken appropriate corrective actions to rectify deficiencies previously
reported by Lloyd’s Register to the Service Supplier.
− Where alterations have been made to the Company’s approved Quality System without written notification
to and approval of Lloyd’s Register.
− Where the required audits have not been carried out.
− Where wilful acts or omissions are ascertained.
− Where any deliberate misrepresentation has been made by the Service Supplier.
− Where the Company’s approval has been withdrawn or withheld by another IACS member.
Expiration or cancellation of the Supplier’s parent Company approval automatically invalidates approval of all
agents and subsidiaries if these are certified according to paragraph 1.6.2.
1.10.2. Re-approval After Cancellation

A Service Supplier whose approval is cancelled may apply for re-approval provided that the non-conformities which
resulted in cancellation have been corrected, and that Lloyd’s Register is able to confirm that the Service Supplier
has effectively implemented corrective action(s).
This possibility is not open if the cancellation is based on a grave fault, such as a violation of ethics.
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PART 2: Approved Service Suppliers – Specific Requirements
2.1. Requirements for Service Suppliers Engaged in Tightness-testing of Closing Appliances

such as Hatches, Doors, etc., with Ultrasonic Equipment
2.1.1. Extent of Engagement

Ultrasonic tightness-testing of closing appliances, such as hatches, doors, etc., for Classification and/or Statutory
purposes.
2.1.2. Operators
Operators are to:
− have knowledge of different closing appliances such hatches, doors, etc. including their design, functioning
and sealing features;
− have experience with the operation and maintenance of different designs of hatches, doors, etc.; and
− be able to document theoretical and practical training onboard in using the ultrasonic equipment specified.
2.1.3. Procedures
Service Suppliers are to have documented work procedures that include the manual for all the ultrasonic equipment
specified, its adjustment, its maintenance, its operation and approval criteria.

It is to be demonstrated to the attending Surveyor(s) that the equipment is fit for the purpose of detecting leakages in
closing appliances.
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2.2. Requirements for Service Suppliers Engaged in Carrying out an In-Water Survey (IWS)
on Ships and Mobile Offshore Units by Diver or Remotely Operated Vehicle (ROV)

In-Water Survey (IWS) in-lieu of a docking survey and/or the internal hull survey of compartments filled with water
on ships and mobile offshore units by diver or Remotely Operated Vehicle (ROV), for Classification purposes.

Service Suppliers are responsible for the qualification of its divers, Remotely Operated Vehicle (ROV) operators and
supervisors and for their training in the use of the equipment utilised when carrying out the In-Water Survey (IWS).
A plan for training of personnel in the reporting system, minimum Rule requirements for relevant
vessel/installation/unit types, vessel’s/installation’s/unit’s underwater structure, measuring of bearing clearances,
the recognition of corrosion damage, buckling and deteriorated coatings, etc. is to be included.
2.2.3. Supervisor
Diving Supervisor
Diving supervisor shall be qualified according to the Supplier’s general requirements and shall have a minimum of
two (2) years’ experience as a diver carrying out surveys.
ROV Supervisor
Remotely Operated Vehicle (ROV) supervisor shall have a minimum of two (2) years’ experience conducting
inspections with ROVs.
2.2.4. Divers and Operators

Divers carrying out surveys
The diver carrying out the survey shall have at least one (1) years’ experience as an assistant diver carrying out
surveys (including participation in a minimum of ten (10) different assignments).
ROV Operators
ROV operators shall have at least one (1) year of experience working with ROVs conducting surveys on vessels.

Knowledge of the following is to be documented:
− Bearing clearance measurements on rudders and propeller shaft.
− Operation of underwater communication system.
− Any special equipment necessary for the work carried out.
− Vessel’s/installation’s/unit’s underwater structure and appendages, propeller shaft, propeller, rudder and its
bearings, etc.
− Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) in accordance with a recognised National or International Industrial NDT
Standard. This requirement only applies if an In-Water Survey (IWS) Company performs Non-Destructive
Testing (NDT).
− Certification as a thickness measurement firm when conducting thickness measurements under water.
− Underwater video monitoring with TV-monitors on deck, as well as still-picture work.
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− Operation of Remotely Operated Vehicles, if applicable.
2.2.6. Procedures and Guidelines

Service Suppliers are to have documented operational procedures and guidelines for how to carry out the survey
and how to handle the equipment, including:
− guidance of the diver along the hull to provide complete coverage of the parts to be surveyed, if applicable;
− two-way communication between diver and surface (support) staff, if applicable;
− video recording and closed-circuit television operation;
− operation of a direct live audio/visual feed from the diver and direct two-way communication with the
supervisor, to a location remote from the vessel (e.g. an LR Surveyor attending remotely), if applicable.
− guidance for the operation and maintenance of the Remotely Operated Vehicle (ROV), if applicable;
− methods and equipment to ensure the ROV operator can determine the ROV’s location and orientation in
relation to the vessel, if applicable.
2.2.7. Equipment
The following are to be available:
− Closed circuit colour television (CCTV) with sufficient illumination equipment.
− Equipment for carrying out thickness gauging, non-destructive testing and measurements (e.g. clearances,
indents, etc.) as applicable to the work to be performed.
− Equipment for cleaning of the hull.
− Still photography camera.
− Two-way communication between diver and surface (support) staff, if applicable.
− Equipment to provide, a direct live audio/visual feed from the diver and direct two-way communication
with the supervisor, to a location remote from the vessel, if applicable.
− Video recording device connected to the closed-circuit television (CCTV).
− Remotely Operated Vehicle (ROV), if applicable.
− Adequate controls or programming for the ROV functions required, if applicable.
2.2.8. Additional procedures for remote In-Water Surveys

Diving firms intending to perform remote surveys (i.e. when the LR Surveyor is not physically attending the survey),
are required to demonstrate they have the equipment and the capability to perform a livestream. The diving firm
should submit to LR details of equipment intended to satisfy those capabilities, including a schematic description
of how the audio/visual feed will be livestreamed, and any additional software/hardware (e.g. laptop model, 3G/4G
dongle, video capturing card, CCTV system output connection details) used for this purpose.
A practical demonstration should confirm the CCTV diving equipment and the additional livestreaming equipment
connected to it, is able to achieve the following goals:
• The diver’s livestream video should be directly uploaded in real time, without loss of quality, using the
appropriate CCTV equipment’s video output ports (e.g. HDMI, USB). The use of a camera (e.g. from a
smartphone) to film the CCTV screen and livestream it, is not acceptable for this purpose.
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• Where a practical demonstration is to be carried out in workshop environment, the livestream should be
made with a 3G/4G connection (or any other acceptable portable connection, e.g. satellite) which will be
used to establish external communication while performing in-water surveys in-situ. Testing using local
wi-fi systems directly connected to wired communication (e.g. cable or fibre-optic) should be avoided.
• The LR Surveyor should be able to hear all communications to/from the diver. This can be achieved by
direct livestreaming of diver’s audio or by the use of loud speakers at diving supervisor’s station, making
sure it’s sound is captured by the diving supervisor’s microphone (e.g. microphone of the diving
supervisor’s computer where the call to LR surveyor is being made). The LR Surveyor is to have two-way
audio communication with the diving supervisor. Instructions from LR Surveyor to diver may be given
indirectly by the diving supervisor.
• The livestreaming quality should be assessed using the Image Quality Test Card, achieving a detail of at
least 2.5 mm, a contrast quality of 20 out of 25, and all seven colours should be easily discernible.
• When the type of diver’s camera (e.g. hand camera) does not allow underwater livestreaming while
performing a specific task (e.g. poker gauge clearances or rudder bearing clearances), additional
arrangements should be made to maintain a stable livestreaming at the surface, while the diver carries out
those tasks. An additional fixed camera (e.g. a web camera on a tripod, a smartphone on a support bracket)
pointing to the surface, to allow the LR surveyor to maintain control over the process, may be required.
2.2.9. Verification
Service Suppliers are to have each job separately verified by the attending Lloyd’s Register Surveyor(s), documented
in the Report(s) by the attending Surveyor(s) signature.
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2.3. Requirements for Service Suppliers Engaged in Examination of Ro-Ro Ship’s Bow, Stern,
Side and Inner Doors

Inspection of securing and locking devices, hydraulic operating system, electric control system for the hydraulics,
electric indicator systems, and supporting, securing and locking devices and tightness-testing, for Classification
and/or Statutory purposes.
2.3.2. Extent of Approval

Service Suppliers are to be certified to the most current version of the ISO 9000 series.

Operators carrying out Non-Destructive Examination (NDE) are to be qualified to a recognised National or
International Standard for the methods used.
2.3.4. Supervision
Supervisors - In addition to the requirement to have had a minimum two (2) years’ experience as operator /
technician / inspector within the activity, a Senior Service Engineer (Supervisor) is to have a minimum two (2) years’
related education from a technical school.
2.3.5. Procedures and Instructions

Service Suppliers are to use, complete and sign a checklist that is acceptable to Lloyd’s Register.
Service Suppliers are to have access to drawings and documents, including the Operating and Inspection Manual.
Service Suppliers are to have access to the service history of the doors.
2.3.6. Reference Documents

The Service Supplier is to have access to the following documents:
− LR – Annual Surveys/Intermediate Surveys/Docking Surveys Survey Checklist.
− IMO International Convention on the Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS) 74/78, as amended.
− ISO 9002:1994 – Quality Systems – Model for Quality Assurance in Production, Installation and Servicing.
− IACS UR Z24 – Survey Requirements for Shell and Inner Doors of Ro-Ro Ships.

The following equipment should be provided:
For inspection of supporting securing and locking devices, hinges and bearings:
− Equipment for measuring clearances (i.e. feeler gauges, Vernier callipers, micrometers).
− Non-Destructive Examination (NDE) (i.e. Dye Penetrant (DP), Magnetic Particle Inspection (MPI)).
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For tightness-testing:
− Ultrasonic leak detector or equivalent.
For inspection of hydraulic operating system:
− Pressure gauges.
− Particles counter for analysing the quality of hydraulic fluid.
For inspection of electric control system and indication system:
− Digital multi-meter.
− Earth fault detector.
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2.4. Requirements for Service Suppliers Engaged in Inspections and Maintenance of Fire-
Extinguishing Equipment and Systems

Inspections and maintenance of fire-extinguishing equipment and systems, such as fixed fire extinguishing systems,
portable fire-extinguishers and fire detection and alarm systems for Statutory purposes.

Service Suppliers are to have professional knowledge of fire theory, fire-fighting and fire-extinguishing appliances
sufficient to carry out the maintenance and/or inspections, and to make the necessary evaluations of the condition
of the equipment.
In demonstrating professional knowledge, Service Suppliers are to have an understanding of the various types of
fires and the extinguishing media to be used on them.
For fixed fire-extinguishing systems, Service Suppliers are to demonstrate an understanding of the principles
involved with gas, foam, deluge, sprinkler and water-mist systems, as relevant for the approval(s) being sought.
2.4.3. Procedures
Service Suppliers are to have documented procedures and instructions on how to carry out the servicing of the
equipment and/or system. These are to either contain or refer to the Manufacturer’s servicing manuals, servicing
bulletins, instructions and training manuals, as appropriate, and to International requirements.
Additionally, they are to refer to any requirements (e.g. what markings should be appended to the
equipment/system).

− Manufacturer’s servicing manuals, servicing bulletins, instructions and training manuals, as appropriate.
− Type Approval Certificates, issued by Lloyd’s Register, a full IACS Member or a Flag State Administration who
is a signatory to the International Convention on the Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS), 74/78, as amended,
showing any conditions that may be appropriate during the servicing and/or maintenance of fire-
extinguishing equipment and systems.
− IMO MSC.1/Circ.1318 /Rev.1 – Guidelines for the Maintenance and Inspections of Fixed Carbon Dioxide Fire-
Extinguishing Systems; International Code for Fire Safety Systems (FSS Code); ISO 6406 – Periodic Inspection
and Testing of Seamless Steel Gas Cylinders, and any documentation specified in the authorisation or license
from the equipment Manufacturer.
− IMO MSC/Circ.670 – Guidelines for the Performance and Testing Criteria and Surveys of High Expansion Foam
Concentrates for Fixed Fire-Extinguishing Systems.
− IMO MSC/Circ.798 – Guidelines for the Performance and Testing Criteria and Surveys of Medium Expansion
Foam Concentrates for Fixed Fire-Extinguishing Systems.
− IMO MSC/Circ.799 – Guidelines for the Performance and Testing Criteria and Surveys of Expansion Foam
Concentrates for Fixed Fire-Extinguishing Systems of Chemical Tankers.
− IMO MSC.1/Circ.1312 – Revised Guidelines for the Performance and Testing Criteria and Surveys of Foam
Concentrates for Fixed Fire-Extinguishing Systems, as corrected by IMO MSC/Circ.1312/Corr.1.
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− IMO MSC.1/Circ.1432 – Revised Guidelines for the Maintenance and Inspection of Fire Protection Systems
and Appliances.
− IMO MSC.1/Circ.1516 – Amendments to the Revised Guidelines for the Maintenance and Inspection of Fire
Protection Systems and Appliances (MSC.1/Circ.1432).
− IMO Res. A.951(23) – Improved Guidelines for Marine Portable Fire Extinguishers.
− IMO MSC.1/Circ.1370 – Guidelines for the Design, Construction and Testing of Fixed Hydrocarbon Gas
Detection Systems.
− Guidelines adopted by IMO for Fire-Extinguishing Equipment and Systems Specifically Intended for Service
by Service Suppliers.
2.4.5. Equipment and Facilities - General Requirements

If Service Suppliers undertake shore-based inspecting and maintenance, they should maintain and implement
procedures for workshops cleanliness, ventilation and arrangement, with due cognisance of the spares and
extinguishing media being stored, to ensure safe and effective working procedures.
Service Suppliers undertaking inspecting and maintenance of equipment and systems onboard are to provide the
appropriate facilities to either complete the work onboard or remove the necessary items to their workshops.
2.4.6. Equipment
Sufficient and appropriate spares and tools are to be available as applicable, which should include:
− Various scales to weigh items.
− Means to hydrostatically pressure test components/systems/storage bottles.
− Liquid/gas flow meters, as appropriate.
− Pressure gauges or manometers.
− In the cases of foam concentrates and portable fire-extinguishers, chemical analysis equipment and a
testing bay, respectively; and
− specific equipment/spares as may be specified by Manufacturer.
− Level measuring equipment for bottles.
− Recharging facilities for pressurized bottles, extinguishers and cartridges.
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2.5. Requirements for Service Suppliers Engaged in Servicing Inflatable Liferafts, Inflatable
Lifejackets, Hydrostatic Release Units, Inflatable Rescue Boats and Marine Evacuation
Systems

Servicing of inflatable liferafts, inflatable lifejackets, hydrostatic release units, inflatable rescue boats and/or marine
evacuation systems, for Statutory purposes.

Service Suppliers are to provide evidence that they have been authorised or licensed to service/repair the particular
make(s) and model(s) of equipment for which approval is sought, by the equipment’s Manufacturer.
2.5.3. Procedures
Service Suppliers are to have documented procedures and instructions for how to carry out service/repair of
equipment.
Where inflatable liferafts are subject to extended service intervals in accordance with the requirements of the
International Convention on the Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS), 74/78 Reg. III/20.8.3, then IMO MSC.1/Circ.1328
should be followed in addition to IMO Resolution A.761(18), as amended by IMO Resolution MSC.55(66) and
IMO Resolution MSC.388(94).

− IMO Resolution A.761(18) – Recommendation on Conditions for the Approval of Servicing Stations for
Inflatable Liferafts (adopted on 4 November 1993), amended by IMO Resolution MSC.55(66) and IMO
Resolution MSC.388(94).
− IMO Resolution MSC.55(66) – Amendments to the Recommendation on Conditions for the Approval of
Servicing Stations for Inflatable Liferafts (Resolution A.761(18)).
− IMO Resolution MSC.388(94) – Amendment to the Recommendation on Conditions for the Approval of
Servicing Stations for Inflatable Liferafts (Resolution A.761(18)).
− IMO MSC.1/Circ.1328 – Guidelines for the Approval of Inflatable Liferafts Subject to Extended Service Intervals
Not Exceeding 30 Months.
− Type Approval Certificates, issued by Lloyd’s Register, another full IACS Member or a Flag State Administration
who is a signatory to the International Convention on Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS), 74/78, as amended, showing
any conditions that may be appropriate during the servicing and/or maintenance of inflatable liferafts,
inflatable rescue boats, inflatable lifejackets, and hydrostatic release units.
− IMO LSA Code/Ch. IV, 1995 SOLAS Conference Resolution 4 regarding Marine Evacuation Systems.

Refer to IMO Res. A.761(18), as amended by IMO Res. MSC.55(66) and IMO Res. MSC.388(94), which gives recommendations
on conditions for the approval of servicing stations for inflatable liferafts and shall be observed as relevant
Where inflatable liferafts are subject to extended service intervals, IMO MSC.1/Circ.1328 should also be followed.
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2.6. Requirements for Service Suppliers Engaged in Surveying and Testing of Radio Communication
Equipment

Surveys, inspection, testing, and/or measurement of radio equipment aboard ships or mobile offshore units for
compliance with the International Convention on Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS), 74/78, as amended, for Statutory
purposes.
Annual testing of 406 MHz satellite EPIRBs for compliance with SOLAS Reg. IV/15.9.
The principles of this section may also be applied to Service Suppliers involved in inspection, performance testing
and maintenance of Automatic Identification Systems (AIS), Long Range Identification and Tracking (LRIT) Systems
and Ship Security Alert (SSA) Systems. The Service Supplier is to be familiar with the equipment with which they will
be involved, such as being a service agent for the equipment Manufacturer.
Radio inspectors are not to carry out installation of equipment or repairs or maintenance on ships where they will
be engaged in the survey of the radio communication equipment of that ship.
2.6.2. Supervisors
Supervisors are to:
− have a minimum of two (2) years’ related education from a technical school and experience as inspector;
− be aware of any local conditions for radio signal propagation, of regional radio stations and their facilities, and
of the GMDSS infrastructure; and
− preferably hold a General Operator’s Certificate (GOC) or a GMDSS Radioelectronic Certificate (REC), recognised
by the ITU, to operate or test radio transmitters.
2.6.3. Radio Inspectors

Radio Inspectors carrying out the service are to:
− have passed the internal training of the Service Supplier in Radiotelephony, GMDSS, and initial and renewal
surveys and have at least one (1) year’s technical school training or, as alternative, hold evidence that he
followed a technical course approved by the relevant Administration, and at least one (1) year’s experience
as an assistant radio inspector;
− be aware of any local conditions for radio signal propagation, of regional radio stations and their facilities,
and of the GMDSS infrastructure; and
− preferably hold an appropriate National Radio Operators Certificate, recognised by the ITU, such as a
GMDSS General Operator’s Certificate (GOC) or a GMDSS Radioelectronic Certificate (REC).
2.6.4. Procedures
Service Suppliers are to have documented procedures and instructions on how to carry out testing and examination
of radio equipment.
Procedures and instructions for operating each item of the testing/inspection equipment are also to be kept and
be available at all times.
Procedures and instructions are to refer to the relevant reference documents, to the various Lloyd’s Register Safety
Radio Forms and Lloyd’s Register’s procedures that have a direct bearing on the actions of the Service Supplier.
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− IMO International Convention on Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS), 74/78, as amended.
− IMO Resolution MSC.349(92) – Code for Recognized Organizations (RO Code)
− IMO MSC/Circ.1040/Rev.2 – Guidelines on Annual Testing of Emergency Position- Indicating Radio Beacons
(EPIRBs).
− IMO MSC.1/Circ.1252 – Guidelines on Annual Testing of the Automatic Identification System (AIS).
− IMO SN/Circ.227, SN/Circ.227/Corr.1 and SN/Circ.245 – Guidelines for the Installation of a Shipborne
Automatic Identification System (AIS), and amendments thereto.
− IMO MSC.1/Circ. 1296 – Guidance on the Survey and Certification of Compliance with the Requirement to Transmit
LRIT Information.
− IMO MSC/Circ.1072 – Guidance on Provision of Ship Security Alert Systems.
− IMO Performance Standards for the equipment for which the Service Supplier is approved.
− IMO COMSAR/Circ.32 – Harmonisation of GMDSS Requirements for Radio Installations on board SOLAS Ships
− ITU – Radio Regulations.
− Flag State Administration requirements.
− LR – Instructions to Radio Surveyors, Forms and Checklists.

Service Suppliers are to have the major and auxiliary equipment required for correctly performing the inspection
(see below). A record of the equipment used is to be kept, containing information on Manufacturer and type of
equipment, and a log of maintenance and calibrations.
A Standard that is relevant to the radio equipment to be tested is to be available and is to be cited in the inspection
Report.
For equipment employing software in conjunction with the testing/examination, such software is to be fully
described and verified.
The Radio Survey is to be carried out using suitable test equipment capable of performing all the necessary
measurements. However, the minimum requirement for instrumentation is as follows:
− Equipment for measuring frequency, voltage, current and resistance.
− Equipment for measuring output and reflect effect on VHF and MF/HF.
− Equipment for measuring modulation on MF/HF and VHF (AM, FM, PM).
− Acid tester for checking specific gravity of lead batteries.
− Tester for checking of correct emission from Free-Float Satellite EPIRBs.
− Equipment for testing the performance of Automatic Identification Systems (AIS).
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2.7. Requirements for Service Suppliers Engaged in Inspection and Testing of Centralised
Gas Welding and Cutting Equipment

Inspection and testing of centralised gas welding and cutting equipment, for Statutory purposes.

Service Suppliers are to have documents and have demonstrated that they have professional knowledge of gas
welding and cutting and of associated central gas installation systems to make the necessary evaluations of the
condition of the equipment.
In demonstrating professional knowledge, Service Suppliers are to have an understanding of the hazards involved
with gas welding and cutting systems and how these are to be avoided.
Additionally, Service Suppliers are to demonstrate knowledge of the current safety requirements applicable to such
equipment by Flag State Administrations.
Where applicable, Service Suppliers involved in the servicing and/or maintenance of gas welding systems are to
provide evidence that they have been authorised or licensed to service/maintain the particular make(s) and
model(s) of the gas welding system(s) for which approval is sought, by the equipment Manufacturer’s. For any gas
welding equipment that is not of a general nature (e.g. gas hoses, storage bottles), the Service Suppliers are to
provide evidence that they have been authorised or licensed to service/maintain the particular make(s) and
model(s) of equipment for which approval is sought, by the equipment Manufacturer’s.
2.7.3. Procedures
bulletins, instructions and training manuals, as appropriate.
The procedures are to include requirements to record the nature and extent of damages and defects found and
their acceptable limits in equipment during servicing and repair work. This data is to be made available to the local
Lloyd’s Register office upon request.
equipment/system).

− Type Approval Certificates, issued by Lloyd’s Register, another full IACS Member or a Flag State
Administration who is a signatory to the International Convention on Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS), 74/78,
as amended, showing any conditions that may be appropriate during the servicing and/or maintenance of
gas welding and cutting equipment and systems.
2.7.5. Equipment and Facilities - General Requirements

If Service Suppliers undertake shore-based surveying and maintenance, the workshops are to be clean, suitably
ventilated and arranged, with due cognisance of the spares and gas welding and cutting media being stored, to
ensure the safe and effective working procedures.
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Service Suppliers engaged in inspection and testing of equipment onboard are to provide the appropriate facilities
to either complete the work onboard or remove the necessary items to their workshops.
2.7.6. Equipment
Sufficient and appropriate spares and tools are to be available for repair, maintenance and servicing of gas welding
and cutting equipment and systems in accordance with the requirements of the Manufacturers.
These are to include, as required by the gas welding equipment and/or systems:
− various scales to weigh items;
− means to hydrostatically pressure test components/systems/storage bottles;
− flow meters; and
− pressure gauges or manometers.
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2.8. Requirements for Service Suppliers Engaged in Inspections and Maintenance of Self-
Contained Breathing Apparatus

Inspections and maintenance of self-contained breathing apparatus and Emergency Escape Breathing Devices
(EEBD), for Statutory purposes.

Service Suppliers are to have documents and have demonstrated that they have professional knowledge of the
equipment and systems sufficient to carry out the inspections and testing of the self-contained breathing apparatus
to identify standards, and to make the necessary evaluation of the condition of the equipment.
In demonstrating professional knowledge, Service Suppliers are to have an understanding of the operational
requirements involved with self-contained breathing apparatus and how these are to be maintained.
Additionally, Service Suppliers are to demonstrate the necessary safety requirements applicable to such
equipment.
2.8.3. Procedures
bulletins, instructions and training manuals, as appropriate.
equipment/system) and how they should be applied.

− Manufacturers’ servicing manuals, servicing bulletins, instructions and training manuals, as appropriate.
− IMO MSC.1/Circular.1432 – Revised Guidelines for the Maintenance and Inspections of Fire Protection
Systems and Appliances.
− Type Approval Certificates, issued by Lloyd’s Register, a full IACS Member or a Flag State Administration
who is a signatory to the International Convention on the Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS), 74/78, as amended,
showing any conditions which may be appropriate during the servicing and/or maintenance of self-
contained breathing apparatus.
2.8.5. Equipment and Facilities – General Requirements

If Service Suppliers undertake shore-based inspecting and maintenance, the workshops are to be clean, suitably
ventilated and arranged, with due cognisance of the spares and pressurised bottles being stored, to ensure the safe
and effective working procedures.
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2.8.6. Equipment
Sufficient and appropriate spares and tools are to be available for repair, maintenance and servicing of self-
contained breathing apparatus in accordance with the requirements of the Manufacturers.
These are to include, as required by the self-contained breathing apparatus equipment and/or systems:
− various scales to weigh items;
− means to hydrostatically pressure test components/systems/storage bottles;
− flow meters;
− pressure gauges or manometers;
− equipment for checking air quality; and
− recharging facilities for breathing apparatus.
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2.9. Requirements for Service Suppliers Engaged in Annual Performance Testing of Voyage
Data Recorders (VDR) and Simplified Voyage Data Recorders (S-VDR)

Testing and servicing of Voyage Data Recorders (VDR) and Simplified Voyage Data Recorders (S-VDR) in accordance
with the International Convention on the Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS), 74/78, Reg. V/18.8 and IMO
MSC.1/Circular.1222/Rev.1 – Guidelines on Annual Testing of Voyage Data Recorders (VDR) and Simplified Voyage
Data Recorders (S-VDR), as applicable, for Statutory purposes.

The Service Supplier shall provide evidence that has been authorised or licensed by the equipment’s Manufacturer
to service the particular makes and models of equipment for which approval is sought.
Where the Service Supplier is also the Manufacturer of the Voyage Data Recorder (VDR) or Simplified Voyage Data
Recorder (S-VDR) and has elected to apply IMO MSC.1/Circular.1222/Rev.1 – ‘Guidelines on Annual Testing of Voyage
Data Recorders (VDR) and Simplified Voyage Data Recorders (S-VDR)’ in its entirety for the purpose of acting as a
Service Supplier engaged in Annual Performance Testing, the following is to apply:
− The Manufacturer is responsible for appointing Manufacturer’s Authorised Service Stations to carry out
Annual Performance Testing.
− The Manufacturer is required to be an Approved Service Supplier and is to satisfy the requirements for
Service Suppliers engaged in Annual Performance Testing of Voyage Data Recorders (VDR) and Simplified
Voyage Data Recorders (S-VDR), as applicable.
− The Manufacturer’s Authorised Service Station is not required to be an Approved Service Supplier.
− The Manufacturer is to demonstrate that IMO MSC.1/Circular.1222/Rev.1 – ‘Guidelines on Annual Testing of
Voyage Data Recorders (VDR) and Simplified Voyage Data Recorders (S-VDR)’ is applied in its entirety.
2.9.3. Procedures
The Service Supplier shall have documented procedures and instructions.
Recorder (S-VDR) and has selected to apply IMO MSC.1/Circular.1222/Rev.1 - Guidelines on Annual Testing of Voyage
Data Recorders (VDR) and Simplified Voyage Data Recorders (S-VDR) in its entirety for the purpose of acting as a
Service Supplier engaged in Annual Performance Testing, the following is to apply:
− The Manufacturer is to have documented procedures for the assessment and authorisation of
Manufacturer’s Authorised Service Stations who carry out Annual Performance Testing.
− The Manufacturer is to have documented procedures for the review of Manufacturer’s Authorised Service
Stations Annual Performance Test Reports, analysis of the Voyage Data Recorder (VDR) and Simplified
Voyage Data Recorder (S-VDR) 12 hour log and the issue of Annual Performance Test Certificates to the
Owner/Operator.
− The Manufacturer is to maintain a list of Manufacturer’s Authorised Service Stations that can be accessed
by any available means (e.g. via a nominated contact point or from the Manufacturer’s website) upon
request.
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− IMO International Convention on the Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS), 74/78, Reg. V/18.8. – Approval, Surveys and
Performance Standards of Navigational Systems and Equipment and Voyage Data Recorder.
− IMO MSC.1/Circular.1222/Rev.1 – Guidelines on Annual Testing of Voyage Data Recorders (VDR) and
Simplified Voyage Data Recorders (S-VDR) (11 December 2006).
− IMO Resolution MSC.494(104) – Amendments to the Performance Standards for Shipborne Voyage Data
Recorders (VDRs) (Resolution MSC.333(90)) (adopted on 7 October 2021)
− IMO Resolution MSC.333(90) – Adoption of Revised Performance Standards for Shipborne Voyage Data
Recorders (VDRs) (adopted on 22 May 2012).
− IMO Resolution A.861(20) – Performance Standards for Shipborne Voyage Data Recorders (VDRs) (adopted
on 27 November 1997), as amended by IMO Resolution MSC.214(81).
− IMO Resolution MSC.163(78) – Performance Standards for Shipborne Simplified Voyage Data Recorders (S-
VDRs) (adopted on 17 May 2004), as amended by IMO Resolution MSC.214(81) and IMO Resolution
MSC.493(104).
− IMO Resolution MSC.214(81) – Adoption of Amendments to the Performance Standards for Shipborne Voyage
Data Recorders (VDRs) (Resolution A.861(20)) and Performance Standards for Shipborne Simplified Voyage
Data Recorders (S-VDRs) (Resolution MSC.163(78)) (adopted on 12 May 2006)
− IMO MSC/Circ.1040/Rev.2 – Guidelines on Annual Testing of Emergency Position-Indicating Radio Beacons
(EPIRBs).
− Form 2124 – Installation Record Checklist – Voyage Data Recorder (VDR) and Simplified Voyage Data Recorder
(S-VDR).
− Form 2124A – Survey Checklist – Voyage Data Recorder (VDR) and Simplified Voyage Data Recorder (S-VDR)
Annual/Periodical/Renewal Surveys.
The Service Supplier is to have access to applicable Industry Performance Standards, e.g.:
− IEC 61996 – Maritime Navigation and Radio Communication Equipment and Systems – Shipborne Voyage
Data Recorder (VDR).
− IEC 61996–2 – Maritime Navigation and Radio Communication Equipment and Systems – Shipborne Voyage
Data Recorder (VDR) – Part 2: Simplified Voyage Data Recorder (S-VDR) – Performance Requirements, Method
of Testing and Required Test Results.
The Service Supplier is also to have access to any documentation specified in the authorisation or license from the
equipment Manufacturer.

In addition, the Service Supplier shall have equipment as specified in the authorisation or license from the
2.9.6. Reporting - Test Report

The Service Supplier shall issue a Certificate of Compliance as specified in the International Convention on the
Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS), 74/78, Reg. V/18.8.
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The Service Supplier shall issue an `Installation Record - Voyage Data Recorder (VDR) and Simplified Voyage Data
Recorder (S-VDR)’ (Form 2124) at initial surveys and at any subsequent survey where the details of the installation
require to be amended.
The `Survey Checklist - Voyage Data Recorder (VDR) and Simplified Voyage Data Recorder (S-VDR)
Annual/Periodical/Renewal Surveys’ (Form 2124A) is to be completed, signed and stamped by the Service Supplier
and attached to the Annual Performance Test Certificate.
Recorder (S-VDR) and has selected to apply IMO MSC.1/Circular.1222/Rev.1 - Guidelines on Annual Testing of Voyage
Data Recorders (VDR) and Simplified Voyage Data Recorders (S-VDR) in its entirety for the purpose of acting as a
Service Supplier engaged in Annual Performance Testing, the Manufacturer is to make arrangements for the
following:
− Review of the Manufacturer’s Authorised Service Station Annual Performance Test Report.
− Analysis of the recorder’s 12 hour log.
− Checking of the master record/database for the recorder.
The Annual Performance Test Certificate shall be issued to the Owner/Operator within 45 days of completion of the
Annual Performance Test.
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2.10. Requirements for Service Suppliers Engaged in Inspections of Low-Location Lighting

Systems Using Photo Luminescent Materials and Evacuation Guidance Systems used as
an Alternative to Low-Location Lighting Systems

Luminance measurements on board ships of low-location lighting systems using photo luminescent materials, for
Statutory purposes.
2.10.2. Operators
The Operator is to have the following qualifications:
− have adequate knowledge of the applicable International requirements (namely the International
Convention on Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS), 74/78, as amended, Reg.II-2/13.3.2.5; IMO Resolution
A.752(18) – Guidelines for the Evaluation, Testing and Application of Low-Location Lighting on
Passenger Ships; ISO 15370-2010; FSS Code Ch.11); and
− be able to document a theoretical and practical training onboard in using the equipment specified.
2.10.3. Procedures
Documented work procedures are at least to contain information on inspection preparation, selection and
identification of test locations.

− IMO International Convention on the Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS), 74/78, as amended, Reg. II-2/13.3.2.5 –
Marking of Escape Routes.
− IMO Fire Safety Systems (FSS Code), Ch.11 – Low-Location Lighting Systems.
− IMO Resolution A.752(18) – Guidelines for the Evaluation, Testing and Application of Low-Location Lighting
on Passenger Ships (adopted on 4 November 1993).
− IMO MSC.1/Circular.1432 – Revised Guidelines for the Maintenance and Inspection of Fire Protection Systems
and Appliances.
− ISO 15370:2010 – Ships and Marine Technology – Low-Location Lighting on Passenger Ships – Arrangement.
− IMO MSC/Circ.1168 – Interim Guidelines for the Testing, Approval and Maintenance of Evacuation Guidance
Systems used as an Alternative to Low-Location Lighting Systems.

The measuring instrument shall incorporate a fast-response photometer head with CIE (International Commission on
Illumination) photopic correction and have a measurement range of at least 10-4 cd/m2 to 10 cd/m2.
The Service Supplier must have the attending Surveyor(s) verification of each separate job, documented in the
Report by the attending Surveyor(s)’ signature.
2.10.7. Reporting
The Report shall conform to Annex C of ISO 15370-2010.
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2.11. Requirements for Service Suppliers Engaged in Sound Pressure Level Measurements of
Public Address and General Alarm Systems Onboard Ships

Sound pressure level measurements of public address and general alarm systems on board vessels / installations, for
Statutory purposes.
2.11.2. Operators
The operator is to have the following qualifications:
− have adequate knowledge of the applicable international requirements (International Convention on Safety
of Life at Sea (SOLAS) 74/78, as amended, Reg. III/4 and III/6; International Life-Saving Appliance (LSA) Code
Ch. VII, Reg. 7.2; IMO Code on Alarms and Indicators, 1995, as amended); and
− be able to document theoretical and practical training onboard in using equipment specified.
2.11.3. Procedures
Documented work procedures are at least to contain information on survey preparation, calibration, selection and
identification of test locations.

− IMO International Convention on the Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS), 74/78, Ch. III, Pt A, Reg.4 – Evaluation,
Testing and Approval of Life-Saving Appliances and Arrangements.
− IMO International Convention on the Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS), 74/78, Ch. III, Pt B, Reg.6 –
Communications.
− IMO International Life-Saving Appliance (LSA) Code, Ch. VII, Reg. 7.2 – General Alarm and Public Address
System.
− IMO Code on Alarms and Indicators, 1995 as amended.
− IMO Code on Alerts and Indicators, 2009.
− IMO MSC.1/Circular.1432 – Revised Guidelines for the Maintenance and Inspections of Fire Protection
Systems and Appliances.
− IEC 60651 (2001-10) – Sound Level Meters.
− IEC 61672 – Electroacoustics – Sound Level Meters.
− IEC 61260 – Electroacoustics – Octave-band and Fractional-octave-band Filters.

The measuring instrument shall be an integrating sound level meter with frequency analyser capabilities complying
with IEC (International Electrotechnical Commission) 60651 and IEC 61672, type 1 precision class with at least an A-
weighting frequency response curve and 1/3 octave and 1 octave band filters, complying to IEC 61260, as
appropriate for the measurements to be carried out. In addition, microphones shall be of the random incidence
type, complying with IEC 60651.
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The Service Supplier must have the attending Surveyor(s)’ verification of each separate job, documented in the
Report by the attending Surveyor(s)’ signature.
2.11.7. Reporting
The Report shall describe, as a minimum, the environmental conditions of the tests and, for each test location, the
ambient noise level or the speech interference level, as appropriate for the measurements to be carried out. The
Report shall conform to any other specific requirement of Lloyd’s Register.
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2.12. Requirements for Service Suppliers Engaged in Servicing of Immersion Suits, Thermal
Protective Aids, Chemical Protective Suits

Servicing of immersion suits, anti-exposure suits, thermal protective aids, chemical protective suits, for Statutory
purposes.
2.11.9. Operators
− have adequate knowledge of the applicable international requirements (International Convention on the
Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS), 74/78, as amended, Reg. III/4 and III/6; International Life-Saving Appliance (LSA)
Code Ch. II; IMO MSC/Circular 1047 and MSC/Circular 1114); and
− be able to document theoretical and practical training in using equipment specified.
2.11.10. Procedures
Service Suppliers are to have documented procedures and instructions on how to carry out the servicing and
maintenance of the equipment. These are to either contain or refer to the Manufacturer’s servicing manuals,
servicing bulletins, instructions and training manuals, as appropriate, and to International requirements.

− IMO International Convention on the Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS), 74/78, Ch. III, Pt. B, Reg. 20 – Operational
readiness, maintenance and inspections.
− IMO International Life-Saving Appliance (LSA) Code, Chapter I – Personal Life-Saving Appliances.
− IMO MSC/Circular 1114 – Guidelines for Periodic Testing of Immersion Suit and Anti-Exposure Suit Seams and
Closures.
− IMO MSC/Circular 1047 – Guidelines for Monthly Shipboard Inspection of Immersion Suit and Anti-Exposure
Suits by Ships’ Crew.
2.12.1. Equipment and Facilities – General Requirements

If Service Suppliers undertake shore-based testing and maintenance, the workshops are to be clean, suitably
ventilated and arranged, to ensure the safe and effective working procedures. Suitably air pressure testing
equipment is to be available.
Service Suppliers undertaking repairs to suits, should have access to the original manufacturer's recommended
servicing instructions, parts and adhesives.
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2.12.2. Equipment
Sufficient and appropriate spares and tools are to be available as applicable, which should include:
− Suitably air pressure testing equipment.
− Suitable head pieces fitted with a means to inject air into the suit.
− Low-pressure monitoring devices, either integral to the fitting for air injection or as a separate device.
− Suitable diameter plastic pipe for sealing off openings.
− Suitable wire ties or hose clamps.
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2.13. Requirements for Service Suppliers Engaged in Maintenance, thorough Examination,

Operational Testing, Overhaul and Repair of Lifeboats and Rescue Boats, Launching
Appliances and Release Gear

Maintenance, thorough examination, operational testing, overhaul and repair for Statutory purposes of the following
equipment:
− lifeboats (including free-fall lifeboats), rescue boats and fast rescue boats; and
− launching appliances, on-load and off-load release gear for lifeboats (including primary and secondary
means of launching appliances for free-fall lifeboats), rescue boats, fast rescue boats and davit-launched
liferafts.

The contents of this procedure apply equally to Manufacturers or ship’s operator when they are acting as Service
Suppliers.
Any Service Supplier engaged in maintenance, thorough examination, operational testing, overhaul and repair of
lifeboats and rescue boats, launching appliances and release gear carried out in accordance with SOLAS Reg. III/20
shall be approved for these operations for each make and type of equipment for which they provide the service,
and provide Manufacturer’s documentary evidence that they have been so authorised or they are certified in
accordance with an established system for training and authorisation in accordance with IMO MSC.1/Circ.1277.
From 1 January 2020, Service Supplier shall be approved in accordance with Section 7 of the Annex to IMO
Resolution MSC.402(96)/Corr.1). Such approval shall include, as a minimum:
− Employment and documentation of personnel certified in accordance with a recognized national,
international or industry standard as applicable, or an equipment manufacturer’s* established certification
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program . In either case, the certification program shall be based on the below paragraph 2.12.3 for each
make and type of equipment for which service is to be provided; and
− Compliance with provisions of below paragraphs 2.12.4, 2.12.5 and 2.12.6.
In cases where an equipment Manufacturer is no longer in business or no longer provides technical support,
Service Suppliers may be approved for the equipment on the basis of prior approval for the equipment and/or
long-term experience and demonstrated expertise as an approved service provider.
* Interpretation - manufacturer means Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) or any entity which has taken legal and
legitimate responsibilities for equipment when the original equipment manufacturer no longer exists or supports the
equipment. A service provider may "use" the training and qualification scheme already established by an equipment
manufacturer, provided that such a manufacturer grants to the service provider the necessary "access" to its
"certification" scheme.
# Interpretation - all service personnel (regardless of whether they work for the manufacturer or not) should be certified
in accordance with a recognized national, international or industry standard as applicable, or the manufacturer’s
certification programme. As the certification programme has to take into account each make and type of equipment
which is to be serviced, it cannot be a generic programme; but has to be a specific programme taking into account the
requirements as established by the manufacturer of each equipment.
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2.13.3. Certification of Personnel

Personnel for the work specified in paragraph 2.13.1 above shall be certified by the Manufacturer or the Service
Supplier for each make and model/type of the equipment to be worked on. Approved Service Supplier is allowed
to certify its own personnel (i.e. employed by the same Service Supplier) only. Similarly, a manufacturer (OEM) may
only certify service supplier personnel for its own equipment, and a manufacturer’s program for certification of
service supplier personnel may therefore only apply to their own products.
The education for initial certification of personnel should be documented and address, as a minimum:
− causes of lifeboat and rescue boat accidents;
− relevant Rules and Regulations, including International Conventions;
− design and construction of lifeboats (including free-fall lifeboats), rescue boats and fast rescue boats,
including on load release gear and launching appliances;
− education and practical training in the procedures specified in Annex 1 of IMO MSC.1/Circ.1206/Rev.1 for
which certification is sought. From 1 January 2020, procedures specified in Section 6 of the Annex to IMO
Resolution MSC.402(96)/Corr.1 to be followed;
− detailed procedures for thorough examination, operational testing, repair and overhaul of lifeboats
(including free-fall lifeboats), rescue boats and fast rescue boats, launching appliances and on load release
gear, as applicable;
− procedures for issuing a Report of Service and Statement of Fitness for purpose based on below paragraph
2.13.6; and
− work, health and safety issues while conducting activities on board.
The training for the personnel shall include practical technical training on thorough examination, operational
testing, maintenance, repair and overhaul techniques using the equipment for which the personnel are to be
certified. The technical training shall include disassembly, reassembly, correct operation and adjustment of the
equipment. Classroom training shall be supplemented by field experience in the operations for which certification
is sought, under the supervision of a certified person.
Prior to issuance of personnel certification, a competency assessment shall be satisfactorily completed, using the
equipment for which the personnel are to be certified.
Upon completion of training and competency assessment, a certificate shall be issued defining the level of
qualification and the scope of the certification (i.e. makes and types of equipment and specifically state which
activities (annual thorough examination and operational tests; 5-year thorough examination, overhaul; overload
operational tests; repairs) are covered by the certification). The expiry date shall clearly be written on the certificate
and shall be three years from the date of issue. The validity of any certificate shall be suspended in the event of any
shortfall in performance and only revalidated after a further competency assessment.
A competency assessment shall be conducted to renew the certification. In cases where refresher training is found
necessary a further assessment shall be carried out after completion.

− IMO International Convention on Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS), Reg. III/20 (as amended by IMO Resolution
MSC.404(96)/Corr.1 on 1 January 2020).
− IMO MSC.1/Circ.1206/Rev.1 – Measures to Prevent Accidents with Lifeboats, as amended (which is
superseded on 1 January 2020 by IMO Resolution MSC.402(96)/Corr.1).
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− IMO MSC.1/Circ.1277 – Interim Recommendation on Conditions for Authorization of Service Providers for
Lifeboats, Launching Appliances and On-Load Release Gear, as amended (which is superseded on 1
January 2020 by IMO Resolution MSC.402(96)/Corr.1).
− IMO Resolution MSC.402(96)/Corr.1 – Requirements for Maintenance, Thorough Examination, Operational
Testing, Overhaul and Repair of Lifeboats and Rescue Boats, Launching Appliances and Release Gear.
− IMO Resolution A.689(17) – Recommendation on Testing of Life-Saving Appliances and, for Life-Saving
Appliances Installed on Board on or after 1 July 1999.
− IMO Resolution MSC.81(70), as amended, Revised Recommendation on Testing of Life-Saving Appliances.
− IACS Recommendation No.122 – Integral Buoyancy Casings in Lifeboats and Rescue Boats.
− Manufacturer’s instructions (including updates, amendments and safety notices) for repair work involving
disassembly or adjustment of on-load release mechanisms and davit winches.
Administration who is a signatory to the International Convention on Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS) 74/78, as
amended, showing any conditions that may be appropriate during the servicing and/or maintenance of
lifeboats, launching appliances and on-load release gear.
− IMO International Life-Saving Appliance (LSA) Code.

The Service Supplier is to have the following:
− Sufficient tools, and in particular any specialised tools specified in the equipment Manufacturer’s
instructions, including portable tools as needed for work to be carried out on board ship.
− Access to appropriate parts and accessories as specified by the equipment Manufacturer for maintenance
and repair.
− For servicing and repair work involving disassembly or adjustment of on-load release mechanisms,
availability of genuine replacement parts as specified or supplied by the equipment manufacturer.
2.13.6. Reporting
All Reports and checklists shall be completed and signed by the person who carries out the inspection and
maintenance work and countersigned by the Company’s representative or the ship’s master.
Records of maintenance, thorough examination, operational testing, overhaul and repair shall be updated and filed
on board the ship for the service life of the equipment.
When thorough examination, operational testing, overhaul and repair are completed, a Statement confirming that
the lifeboat arrangements remain fit for purpose shall be promptly issued by the Manufacturer or authorized Service
Supplier that conducted the work. A copy of valid documents of certification and authorisation as appropriate shall
be included with the Statement.
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2.14. Requirements for Service Suppliers Engaged in Surveys of Repairs of Fibre-reinforced

Composite Craft

Surveys of repairs to fibre-reinforced craft, for Classification and/or Statutory purposes.

− Approval covers survey of existing vessels, including survey of repairs, under the overall supervision of Lloyd’s
Register’s Surveyor(s).
− Approval does not extend to the execution of repairs or construction of new buildings.
− Where In-Water Surveys (IWS) are conducted, the requirements of this Part for Service Suppliers Engaged in
Carrying out In-Water Survey (IWS) on Ships and Mobile Offshore Units should be complied with.
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2.15. Requirements for Service Suppliers Engaged in Surveys of Masts and Rigging

Third parties involved in surveys and servicing of mast(s), standing rigging, sail/wind propulsion system and
associated structure and equipment for Classification purposes.
Wind propulsion service suppliers are not to carry out installation of equipment on ships where they will be engaged
in the survey of the sail/wind propulsion system and associated structure and equipment of that ship.

Service Suppliers engaged in servicing are to provide evidence that they have been authorised or licensed by the
equipment Manufacturer to service/repair the wind propulsion system for which approval is sought.
2.15.3. Procedures
Service Suppliers are to have documented procedures and instructions on how to carry out survey and
service/repair of equipment. These are to either contain or refer to the wind propulsion system and rigging
Manufacturer’s servicing manuals, servicing bulletins, instructions and training manuals, as appropriate.
Procedures and instructions for operating each item of the testing/inspection equipment are to be kept and be
available at all times.
Procedures and instructions are to refer to the relevant reference documents, to the various Lloyd’s Register vessel-
specific wind propulsion systems checklist and Lloyd’s Register procedures that have a direct bearing on the actions
of the Service Supplier.

Service Suppliers are responsible for the qualification and training of their inspectors in the use of the equipment
utilised when carrying out the mast(s), standing rigging, sail/wind propulsion system and associated structure and
equipment inspections (especially aloft) to a recognised National, International or Industry Standard, as applicable.
Where such Standards do not exist, Service Suppliers are to define standards for the training and qualification of
their personnel relevant to the functions each is authorised to perform.
For structural items, the training is to include: measuring of eye/lug deformation, sheave clearances, recognition of
welding defects and corrosion damage, buckling and deteriorated coatings, etc.

The Service Supplier shall have access to the following documents:
− MCA ‘Large Yachts: Examination of Carbon Fibre Masts and Spars’ (July 2011)
− LR Passenger Sailing Ships Survey Procedures (rev. E)
− LR SSC Rules, Part 1, Chapters 3 and 4 – Periodical Survey Regulations
− LR SSC Rules, Part 3, Chapter 7 – Wind propulsion systems
− LR Ship Rules Part 1, Chapter 3, Sections 2 and 5 – Periodical Survey Regulations
− LR Ship Rules Part 3, Chapter 9, Section 10 - Wind propulsion systems
− LR Guidance Notes for the Certification of Masts, Spars and Standing Rigging
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− USCG Navigation and Vessel Inspection Circular (NVIC) No. 02-16 – ‘Inspection Guidance for Sail Rigging
and Masts on Inspected Sailing Vessels’
− ISO/DIS 12215-10 (under development)
Administration.

− Any employee attending to carry out masts and rigging inspection aloft is to attend a Working at Height
Safety Course.
− Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) in accordance with a recognised National or International Industrial NDT
Standard. This requirement only applies if the Mast and Rigging Inspection Company performs Non-
Destructive Testing (NDT).
− Any special equipment necessary for the work carried out.
The Service Suppliers are to have each job separately verified by the attending Lloyd’s Register Surveyor(s),
documented in the Report(s) by the attending Surveyor(s)’ signature.
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2.16. Requirements for Service Suppliers Engaged in Surveys of Repairs to Wooden Vessels

Surveys of repairs to wooden vessels, for Classification and/or Statutory purposes.

− Approval covers survey of existing vessels, including survey of repairs, under the overall supervision of
Lloyd’s Register’s Surveyor(s).
− Approval does not extend to the execution of repairs or construction of new buildings.
− Where In-Water Surveys (IWS) are conducted, the requirements of this Part for Service Suppliers Engaged
in Carrying out In-Water Survey (IWS) on Ships and Mobile Offshore Units should be complied with.
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2.17. Requirements for Service Suppliers Engaged in Visual/Sampling Checks and Testing for
Hazardous Materials, such as Asbestos, PCBs, TBTs, CFCs and PFOS Onboard Ships

Visual/sampling checks and testing for hazardous materials onboard ships, including advice on numbers and
locations of samples, and preparation of reports on the quantities, locations and estimates of these materials, for
Statutory purposes.

The hazardous materials for which the Service Supplier is approved should be clearly specified.
In order to gain approval for a particular hazard, the Service Supplier should have the ability to obtain the results
from a laboratory approved to undertake the relevant ‘Sampling and Analysis, Protocols and Test Methods’ detailed
in Section 2.17.8 below.
Visual and/or sampling checks shall be executed by persons with professional knowledge of hazardous materials
licensed as required and, who are trained and equipped experts, in particular with regards to the evaluation and
sampling of hazardous materials and materials containing hazardous materials as:
Appendix 1
− Asbestos;
− Ozone depleting substances;
− Polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs);
− Perfluorooctane sulfonic acid (PFOS).
− Anti-fouling systems containing organotin compounds as a biocide; and
Appendix 2
− Cadmium and Cadmium Compounds;
− Hexavalent Chromium and Hexavalent Chromium Compounds;
− Lead and Lead Compounds;
− Mercury and Mercury Compounds;
− Polybrominated Biphenyl (PBBs);
− Polybrominated Diphenyl Ethers (PBDEs);
− Polychlorinated Naphthalenes (more than 3 chlorine atoms);
− Radioactive Substances;
− Certain Shortchain Chlorinated Paraffins (Alkanes, C10-C13, chloro); and
− Brominated flame retardant (HBCDD).
2.17.3. Certification and Documentation

Service Suppliers and their employees, as relevant, are to hold licenses, as applicable, from the National Authority
for the planned activities, as appropriate.
Service Suppliers shall provide evidence of all the necessary training, qualifications, licenses or equivalent thereto
and the work and safety procedures for visual/sampling checks and handling the specified hazardous material(s),
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in accordance with recognised National and International Standards, and any required licenses, and other
associated work practices as necessary.
2.17.4. Procedures
Work shall be executed in accordance with documented work and safety procedures that contain at least the
following:
− information on survey preparation;
− safety procedures relevant to the hazards;
− selection and identification of visual and/or sampling check locations;
− material preparation;
− sample removal;
− reinstatement of safe conditions for the material once the sample is taken;
− sample storage, identification and transport requirements; and
− report preparation and content.
2.17.5. Supervision
The responsible Supervisor shall be qualified, and licensed as required, according to a recognised National or
International Industrial Standard, for the hazards specified.
2.17.6. Operators
The Operators carrying out the visual/sampling check shall be certified and licensed as required, to a recognised
National or International Standard for the hazards specified and shall have professional knowledge of ship
structures, equipment, hazardous materials and materials used for ship structures and equipment, sufficient to take
and handle such materials, as required.
Note: Not all supervisors or operators are expected to be so qualified for all the hazardous materials which the
Service Supplier applies for, but sufficient supervisors and operators must be provided for all hazards
applied for.

Testing laboratory – details of the laboratory(ies) where samples are to be tested are to be provided. This is to
include the recognised National or International Standard, where appropriate, to which each of the hazards is to be
assessed. Report preparation, results and contents are required. Such laboratory(ies) is to be accredited or certified
according to ISO 17025 or equivalent National or International requirements, where applicable.
In order to gain approval for a particular hazard, the laboratory should be accredited or certified to undertake the
relevant ‘Sampling and Analysis, Protocols and Test Methods’ detailed below.
Specific equipment used onboard the ship for the purpose of sampling checks should be duly calibrated and/or
certified according to recognised Standards.
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2.17.8. Sampling and Analysis, Protocols and Test Methods

Asbestos
Types to test for: As per Appendix 9 of IMO Resolution MEPC.269(68); as per resolution MEPC.179(59); Actinolite CAS
77536-66-4, Amosite (Grunerite) CAS 12172-73-5, Anthophyllite CAS 77536-67-5, Chrysotile CAS 12001-29-5,
Crocidolite CAS 12001-28-4, Asbestos Tremolite CAS 77536-68-6.
Specific testing technique: Polarised Light Microscopy (PLM), electron microscope techniques and/or X-Ray
Diffraction (XRD) as applicable.
Specific reporting information: The presence/no presence of asbestos, indicate the concentration range, and
state the type when necessary.
Notes:
1) The suggested three kinds of testing techniques are the most commonly used methods when analysing
asbestos and each of them has its limitation. Laboratories should choose the most suitable methods to
determine, and in most cases two or more techniques should be utilised together.
2) The quantification of asbestos is difficult at this stage, although the XRD technique is applicable. Only a
few laboratories conduct the quantification rather than the qualification, especially when a precise number
is required. Considering the demand from the operators and ship recycling parties, the precise
concentration is not strictly required. Thereby, the concentration range is recommended to report, and the
recommended range division according to Standard VDI 3866 is as follows:
− Asbestos not detected.
− Traces of asbestos detected.
− Asbestos content approx. 1% to 15% by mass.
− Asbestos content approx. 15% to 40% by mass.
− Asbestos content greater than 40% by mass.
Results that specified more precisely must be provided with a reasoned statement on the uncertainty.
3) As to the asbestos types, to distinguish all six different types is time consuming and, in some cases, not
feasible by current techniques; while on the practical side, the treatment of different types of asbestos is
the same. Therefore, it is suggested to report the type when necessary.
Ozone-depleting substances
Types to test for: As per Appendix 9 of IMO Resolution MEPC.269(68); as per Appendix 8 of IMO Resolution
MEPC.269(68) all the listed CFCs, Halons, HCFCs and other listed substance as required by the Montreal Protocol.
Specific testing technique: Gas Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry (GC-MS), coupled Electron Capture
Detectors (GC-ECD) and Electrolytic Conductivity Detectors (GC-ELCD).
Specific reporting information: Type and concentration of ODS.
Polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs)
Note:
There are 209 different congeners (forms) of PCB – it is impracticable to test for all. Various organisations
have developed lists of PCBs to test for as indicators. In this instance, two alternative approaches are
recommended. Method 1 identifies the seven congeners used by the International Council for the
Exploration of the Sea (ICES). Method 2 identifies 19 congeners and 7 types of aroclor (PCB mixtures
commonly found in solid shipboard materials containing PCBs). Laboratories should be familiar with
the requirements and consequences for each of these lists.
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Types to test for: As per Appendix 9 of IMO Resolution MEPC.269(68); Method 1: ICES7 congeners (28, 52, 101,
118, 138, 153, 180). Method 2: 19 congeners and 7 types of aroclor, using the US EPA 8082a test.
Specific testing technique: GC-MS (congener specific) or GC-ECD or GC-ELCD for applicable mixtures such as
aroclors. Note: standard samples must be used for each type.
Sample Preparation: It is important to properly prepare PCB samples prior to testing. For solid materials
(cables, rubber, paint, etc.), it is especially critical to select the proper extraction procedure in order to release
PCBs since they are chemically bound within the product.
Specific reporting information: PCB congener, ppm per congener in sample, and for Method 2, ppm per
aroclor in sample should also be reported.
Notes:
1) Certain field or indicator tests are suitable for detecting PCBs in liquids or surfaces. However, there
are currently no such tests that can accurately identify PCBs in solid shipboard materials. It is also noted
that many of these tests rely on the identification of free chlorine ions and are thus highly susceptible
to chlorine contamination and false readings in a marine environment where all surfaces are highly
contaminated with chlorine ions from the sea water and atmosphere.
2) Several congeners are tested for as ‘indicator’ congeners. They are used because their presence often
indicates the likelihood of other congeners in greater quantities (many PCBs are mixes, many mixes use
a limited number of PCBs in small quantities, therefore the presence of these small quantities indicates
the potential for a mix containing far higher quantities of other PCBs).
3) Many reports refer to ‘total PCB’, which is often a scaled figure to represent likely total PCBs based on
the sample and the common ratios of PCB mixes. Where this is done the exact scaling technique must
be stated, and is for information only and does not form part of the specific technique.
Anti-fouling systems containing organotin compounds as a biocide
Types to test for: As per Appendix 9 of IMO Resolution MEPC.269(68); Anti-fouling compounds and systems
regulated under Annex I to the International Convention on the Control of Harmful Anti-fouling Systems on
Ships, 2001 (AFS Convention), including; Tributyl tins (TBT), Triphenyl tins (TPT) and Tributyl tin oxide (TBTO).
Specific testing technique: As per IMO Resolution MEPC.104(49) – Guidelines for Brief Sampling of Anti-
Fouling Systems on Ships (adopted 18 July 2003), using ICPOES, ICP, AAS, XRF, GC-MS as applicable.
Specific reporting information: Type and concentration of organotin compound.
Note:
For ‘field’ or ‘indicative’ testing it may be acceptable to simply identify presence of tin, due to the
expected good documentation on anti-fouling systems.
Perfluorooctane sulfonic acid (PFOS)

Types to test for: PFOS is found in a range of PFOS related substances and is a member of a larger family of
perfouroalkyl sulfonate (PSAF). For more information see the EMSA’s Guidance on IHM and the EMSA Study
of two hazardous substances (PFOS and HBCDD) included in the annexes of Regulation (EU) 1257/2013 on
ship recycling.
Specific testing technique: Several methods may be utilized for example EPA 3550C:2007, EPA 3540C:1996,
EPA 8321B:2007, ISO 25101- 2009 often combined with laboratory in-house procedures.
EMSA’s Guidance on IHM and EMSA Study of two hazardous substances (PFOS and HBCDD) included in the
annexes of Regulation (EU) 1257/2013 on ship recycling provide further advice on testing methods for PFOS.
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Specific reporting information: Quantity and concentration of PFOS

Notes:
1) Analytical standard methods for quantification of PFOS are under development, and very few
technical standards have been defined. Due to their relative low volatility, good solubility in water
and lack of chromospheres, the analysis of perfluorinated alkyl substances is a challenging task.
2) According to EMSA’s Guidance on IHM control of PFOS (including exemptions and allowed uses)
in the EU is outlined in Regulation (EC) 850/2004 “on persistent organic pollutants”.
2.17.9. Reporting
The Report(s) shall be presented to the ship Owner/Manager in the Lloyd’s Register provided ‘Inventory of Hazardous
Materials’ template (Form LR IHM 2018 v1.0, or later; found in Connect IHM page under ‘Client Tools’) and should
include a completed ‘Visual/Sampling Check Plan’ (blank template for existing ship owners to use, if not using a
hazardous material expert for the compilation, to compile their visual sampling check plans found in Connect IHM
page under ‘Client Tools’), based on the legislative requirements.
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2.18. Requirements for Service Suppliers Engaged in Shore-Based Maintenance of Satellite

EPIRBs

Shore-Based maintenance of Satellite EPIRBs for Statutory purposes.

The principles of this section are applicable to the maintenance of 406 MHz EPIRBs, carried to comply with the
requirements of SOLAS Reg. IV/7.1.6. EPIRBs may include 121.5 MHz transmitters, AIS transmitters or Global
Navigation Satellite System (GNSS) receivers.
2.18.3. Procedures
Service Suppliers are to have a quality control system audited by a competent Authority in respect of its servicing
operation.
Procedures and instructions for operating each item of the testing/inspection equipment are also to be kept and
be available at all times.

− IMO International Convention on Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS), 74/78, as amended.
− IMO Performance Standards for the equipment for which the Service Supplier is approved.
− Up-to-date technical manuals, service bulletins and the latest software versions as provided by the original
− IMO MSC/Circ.1039/Rev.1– Guidelines for Shore-Based Maintenance of Emergency Position-Indicating Radio
Beacons (EPIRBs).
− IMO MSC/Circ.1040/Rev.2 – Guidelines on Annual Testing of Emergency Position-Indicating Radio Beacons
(EPIRBs).
− ITU – Radio Regulations.
− Flag State Administration requirements.

A radio-frequency-screened room or enclosure should be available for all maintenance procedures involving, or
likely to involve, any transmission from an EPIRB.
A 121.5 MHz monitor receiver should be available; to pick up the homing transmitter and give a warning if the EPIRB
is accidentally activated outside the screened enclosure.
Service Suppliers are to have the major and auxiliary equipment required for correctly performing the Shore Based
Maintenance. A record of the equipment used is to be kept, containing information on Manufacturer and type of
equipment, and a log of maintenance and calibrations.
A tester should be available for checking of correct emission from Free-Float Satellite EPIRBs.
Access should be available to batteries and other spare parts to the original equipment specification.
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2.18.6. Reporting
A shore-based maintenance Report should be issued with a list of the test results and maintenance performed.
A Standard that is relevant to the radio equipment to be tested is to be available and is to be cited in the inspection
Report.
For equipment employing software in conjunction with testing/examination, such software is to be fully described
and verified.
Records of maintenance should be kept, available for inspection by the Administration as may be required.
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2.19. Requirements for Condition Monitoring Service Suppliers

Condition Monitoring activities for Classification purposes.

The approved Service Supplier may be engaged to carry out Condition Monitoring activities, the direct results of which
will be used as part of an approved Condition Monitoring System.
Such services would be such as, but not limited to, data collection, system installation and set-up, calibration of
condition monitoring equipment, diagnostics, prognostics and other forms of condition monitoring data acquisition
and analysis.
2.19.3. Training and Competence

Service Suppliers must be suitably qualified to perform the duties pertinent to the service agreement and as
specifically detailed in the approved Condition Monitoring System for which they are contracted.
The training and competence required for condition monitoring services shall be in accordance with an
Internationally recognised Standard for each specific Condition Monitoring technology at the required category for
each contracted role.
All individuals should be certified by an authorised training Authority, as detailed within the relevant parts of ISO 18436
or equivalent, and that certification should be maintained in date.

All test equipment, data collection devices, tools and devices must be calibrated to the relevant International
Standards and be within calibration prior to use.
A record of calibration must be available for inspection at any time.
2.19.5. Reporting
Copies of all Reports and any interim diagnostic analysis performed in the activity of service provision must be kept
archived securely for a minimum of five (5) years.
The archive must be readily accessible and available for re-issue of Reports at any time.
The scope of all reporting must be clearly stated and any actions advised made clearly evident on each Report.
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2.20. Requirements for Service Suppliers Engaged in Measurements of Noise Level On Board
Ships

Sound pressure level measurements onboard ships.
2.20.2. Supervisor
The supervisor shall have a minimum of two (2) years of experience as an operator in sound pressure level
measurements.
2.20.3. Operators
− Knowledge in the field of noise, sound measurements and handling of measurement equipment.
− Adequate knowledge of the applicable International requirements (International Convention on Safety of
Life at Sea (SOLAS), 74/78, as amended, Reg. II-1/3-12; and IMO Code on Noise Levels onboard Ships, as
amended).
− At least one (1) year’s experience, including participation in a minimum of 5 measurement campaigns as
an assistant operator.
− Training concerning the procedures specified in IMO Code on Noise Levels onboard Ships.
− The ability to document theoretical and practical training onboard in using a sound level meter.
2.20.4. Equipment
Sound level meters –
Measurement of sound pressure levels shall be carried out using precision integrating sound level meters. Such
meters shall be manufactured to IEC 61672-1(2002-05)1, as amended, type/class1 Standard as applicable, or to an
equivalent Standard acceptable to the Administration2.
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Recommendation for sound level meters.
2
Sound level meters class/type 1 manufactured according to IEC 651/IEC 804 may be used until 1 July 2016.
Octave filter set –
When used alone, or in conjunction with a sound level meter, as appropriate, an octave filter set shall conform to
IEC 61260 (1995)3, as amended, or an equivalent Standard acceptable to the Administration.
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Octave-band and fractional-octave-band filters.
Sound Calibrator –
Sound calibrators shall comply with the Standard IEC 60942 (2003-01), as amended, and shall be approved by the
Manufacturer of the sound level meter used.
Calibration –
Sound Calibrator and sound level meter shall be verified at least every two (2) years by a National Standard
laboratory or a competent laboratory accredited according to ISO 17025 (2005), as amended. A record with a
complete description of the equipment used shall be kept, including a calibration log.
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Microphone wind screen –

A microphone wind screen shall be used when taking readings outside, e.g. on navigating bridge wings or on deck,
and below deck where there is any substantial air movement. The wind screen should not affect the measurement
level of similar sounds by more than 0.5 dB(A) in "no wind" conditions.
2.20.5. Procedures and Instructions

The Service Supplier shall have documented procedures and instructions to carry out service of the equipment.
Documented work procedures are at least to contain information on survey preparation, selection and identification
of sound level measurement locations, calibration checks and Report preparation.
− IMO International Convention on Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS), 1988, as amended, Reg. II-1/3-12.
− IMO Resolution A.468(XII) and IMO Resolution MSC.337(91) – Code on Noise Levels on Board Ships.
− IMO Resolution A.343(IX) – Recommendation on Methods of Measuring Noise Levels at Listening Posts.
− Lloyd’s Register Rules and Guidelines.
2.20.6. Reporting
A Noise Survey Report shall be made for each ship. The Report shall comprise information on the noise levels in the
various spaces on board. The Report shall show the reading at each specified measuring point. The points shall be
marked on a General Arrangement Plan, or on Accommodation Drawings attached to the Report, or shall otherwise
be identified.
The format for Noise Survey Reports is set out in Appendix 1 of IMO Code on Noise Levels onboard Ships and may
conform to any other specific requirement of Lloyd’s Register (refer to IMO Resolution MSC.337(91)).
The Supplier must have the Surveyor(s)’ verification of each separate job, documented in the Report by the
Surveyor(s)’ signature.
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2.21. Requirements for Service Suppliers Engaged in Tightness Testing of Primary and
Secondary Barriers of Gas Carriers with Membrane Cargo Containment Systems for
Vessels In-Service

Service Suppliers carrying out the following:
− Global Vacuum Testing of Primary and Secondary Barriers.
− Acoustic Emission (AE) Testing.
− Thermographic Testing.
2.21.2. Requirements for Service Suppliers Engaged in Global Testing of Primary and Secondary
Barriers
Testing procedures –
Testing is to be carried out in accordance with cargo containment system designer’s procedures as
approved by Lloyd’s Register.
Authorisation –
The Supplier is to be authorised by the system designer to carry out the testing.
Equipment –
Equipment is to be maintained and calibrated in accordance with recognised National or International
Industrial Standards.
Reporting –
The Report is to contain the following:
 date of testing;
 identity of test personnel;
 vacuum decay data for each tank; and
 summary of test results.
2.21.3. Requirements for Service Suppliers Engaged in Acoustic Emission (AE) Testing
Testing procedures –
The Supplier is to have documented procedures based upon recognised National or International
Industrial Standards to perform ultrasonic leak test using Acoustic Emission (AE) sensors for the secondary
barrier of membrane cargo containment systems. The procedures are to include details of personnel
responsibilities and qualification, instrumentation, test preparation, test method, signal processing,
evaluation and reporting.
Note: The differential pressure during testing should not exceed the containment system designer’s
limitations.
Supervisor –
The responsible supervisor shall be certified to a recognised National or International Industrial Standard
(e.g. Level II, ISO-9712 as amended or SNT-TC-1A as amended) and have one (1) year experience at Level II.
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Operators –
The operators carrying out the Acoustic Emission (AE) testing shall be certified to a recognised National or
International Industrial Standard (e.g. Level I, ISO-9712 as amended or SNT-TC-1A as amended) and shall
have adequate knowledge of ship structures sufficient to determine sensor placement.
Equipment –
Equipment is to be maintained and calibrated in accordance with recognised National or International
Industrial Standards or equipment Manufacturer’s recommendations.
Evaluation of Acoustic Emission (AE) testing –

Must be carried out by the supervisor or individuals certified to a recognised National or International
Industrial Standard (e.g. Level II, ISO-9712 as amended or SNT-TC-1A as amended) and have one (1) year
experience at Level II.
Reporting –
 supervisor and operator(s) certifications;
 description of time and pressure of each cycle of test; and
 list and sketch detailing location of possible defects.
2.21.4. Requirements for Service Suppliers Engaged in Thermographic Testing
Testing Procedures –
Testing is to be carried out in accordance with the cargo containment system designer’s procedures as
approved by Lloyd’s Register.
Authorisation –
The Supplier is to be authorised by the system designer to carry out the testing.
Auditors are to contact tgg-class prior to commencing any approval process of

these Service Suppliers.
Supervisor –
The responsible supervisor shall be certified to a recognised National or International Industrial Standard
(e.g. Level II, ISO-9712, as amended, or SNT-TC-1A, as amended) with additional certification in
infrared/thermal testing.
SNT-TC-1A certified personnel must provide evidence that training on Level II or above has been
administered by an independent training body centrally certified to ASNT or a comparable nationally
recognised certification scheme.
Operators –
The operators carrying out the imaging shall be certified to a recognised National or International Industrial
Standard (e.g. Level I, ISO-9712, as amended, or SNT-TC-1A, as amended) with additional certification in
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infrared/thermal testing and shall have adequate knowledge of ship structures sufficient to determine
position for each identified image, and of the containment system to understand the basis of the testing.
SNT-TC-1A certified personnel must provide evidence that training on Level I or above has been
administered by an independent training body centrally certified to ASNT or a comparable nationally
Equipment –
Thermal cameras and sensors are to be in accordance with the system designer’s procedures with regards
to sensitivity, accuracy and resolution.
Equipment is to be in accordance with recognised Standard (IEC, etc.) with regards their safety
characteristics for the use in hazardous areas (in gas explosive atmosphere), maintained and calibrated in
accordance with the maker’s recommendations.
Evaluation of thermographic images –

Must be carried out by the supervisor or individuals certified to a recognised National or International
Industrial Standard (e.g. Level II, ISO-9712, as amended or SNT-TC-1A, as amended) with additional
certification in infrared/thermal testing.
SNT-TC-1A certified personnel must provide evidence that training on Level II or above has been
administered by and independent training body centrally certified to ASNT or a comparable nationally
Reporting –
 supervisor and operator(s) certifications;
 differential pressures of all phases;
 list and sketch detailing location of thermal indications;
 thermographic images of all phases of testing for thermal indications; and
 evaluation of thermal images indicating possible leaks.
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2.22. Requirements for Service Suppliers Engaged in Cable Transit Seal Systems Inspection
on Ships and Mobile Offshore Units

Inspection of the Cable Transit Seal Systems for compliance with the relevant approval certificates and product
installation manuals, (types of penetrating cables, dimensions, fill ratio and insulation details, as applicable).

The contents of this procedure apply equally to manufacturers or shipyard when they are acting as Service
Suppliers.
Any Service Supplier engaged in the inspections of cable transit seal systems shall be qualified in these inspections
for each make and type of equipment for which they provide the inspection, and provide manufacturers
documentary evidence that they have been so authorized or they are certified in accordance with an established
system for training and authorization. Such qualification shall include, as a minimum:
− employment and documentation of personnel certified in accordance with a recognized national,
international or industry standard as applicable, or an equipment manufacturer’s established certification
program. In either case, the certification program shall be based on the paragraph 2.22.3 for each make
and type of equipment for which inspection is to be provided, and
− compliance with the provisions of paragraphs 2.22.4, 2.22.5 and 2.22.6.
In cases where an equipment manufacturer is no longer in business or no longer provides technical support, Service
Suppliers may be authorised for the equipment on the basis of prior authorization for the equipment and/or long
term experience and demonstrated expertise as an authorized service provider.
2.22.3. Qualifications and Training of Personnel

Personnel for the work specified in 2.22.1 shall be trained and qualified in the inspection for which they are
authorised, for each make and type of equipment for which they provide the inspection.
The education for initial certification of personnel shall be documented and addressed, as a minimum:
− Procedures and instructions for the inspection of the cable transit seal systems
− Common problems found with the initial installation and in-service inspections of cable transit seal
systems.
− Relevant rules and regulations, including International Conventions
− Procedures for reporting on initial installation and in-service inspection of cable transit seal systems in
the Cable Transit Seal Systems Register.
The education and training for the personnel shall include practical technical training on actual inspection using
the cable transit seal systems for which the personnel are to be certified.
The technical training shall include disassembly, reassembly and adjustment of the equipment. Classroom
training shall be supplemented by field experience in the inspections for which certification is sought, under the
supervision of an experienced senior certified person.
At the time of initial certification and at each renewal certification, the service supplier shall provide
documentation to verify personnel’s satisfactory completion of a competency assessment using the equipment for
which the personnel are certified.
The Service Supplier shall require refresher training as appropriate to renew the certification.
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− Manufacturer’s servicing manuals, servicing bulletins, instructions and training manuals as appropriate.
− Type approval certificate showing any conditions that may be appropriate during the installation or
maintenance of the cable transit seal system.
− Lloyd’s Register Rules and Regulations for the Classification of Ships, Pt. 6, Ch.2, Sect.11 ‘Electric cables,
optical fibre cables and busbar trunking systems (busways)’.
− IMO Res. MSC.307 (88) – International Code for Application of Fire Test Procedures, 2010 (2010 FTP Code).
− IMO International Convention on the Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS) 74/78, as amended.

The Service Supplier is to have access to the following:
− Sufficient tools, and in particular any specialized tools specified in the equipment manufacturer’s
instructions, including portable tools as needed for work to be carried out on board ship.
2.22.6. Reporting
On completion of the inspection, the Service Supplier will issue a report confirming the condition of the Cable
Transit Seal System. They will also record the results of their inspection in the Cable Transit Seal System Register.
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2.23. Requirements for Service Suppliers Engaged in Surveys using Remote Inspection
Techniques (RIT) as an Alternative Means for Close-up Survey of the Structure of Ships
and Mobile Offshore Units

Close-up Survey of ships’ structure and mobile offshore units’ structure by Remote Inspection Techniques (RIT) as
an alternative means, for Classification purposes.
For In-Water Close-Up Survey of the internal compartments by Remotely Operated Vehicle (ROV), suppliers are
also to hold separate approval as a Service Supplier engaged in carrying out an In-Water Survey (IWS) on Ships and
Mobile Offshore Units by diver or Remotely Operated Vehicle (ROV).
2.23.2. Definitions
Close-Up Survey
A Close-Up Survey is a survey where the details of structural components are within the close visual inspection range
of the Surveyor (i.e. normally within reach of hand).
Remote Inspection Techniques (RIT)
Remote Inspection Techniques (RIT) is a means of survey that enables examination of any part of the structure
without the need for direct physical access of the Surveyor (refer to IACS Recommendation 42). Remote Inspection
Techniques (RIT) may include the use of:
− Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAV).
− Drones.
− Unmanned robot arm.
− Remotely Operated Vehicles (ROV).
− Climbers.
− Other means acceptable to Lloyd’s Register.
2.23.3. Training and Qualification of Personnel

Service Suppliers are responsible for the training and qualification of their personnel to undertake the remote
inspections.
Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAV) Pilots are to be qualified and licenced in accordance with applicable National
requirements or an equivalent Industrial Standard acceptable to Lloyd’s Register.
The Service Supplier is to maintain a documented plan for training of personnel. The plan shall include
requirements for training in the minimum Rule requirements for the structure of relevant vessel / installation / unit
types and Mobile Offshore Units (MOUs), recognition of structural deterioration (including corrosion, buckling,
cracking and deteriorated coatings), use of the reporting system, etc.
− Marine and/or offshore nomenclatures.
− The structural configuration of relevant ship types and Mobile Offshore Units (MOUs), including internal
structure.
− The remote inspection equipment and its operation.
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− Survey plans for examination of hull spaces of various configurations, including appropriate flight plans if
using an Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV).
− Thickness measurement (TM) and Non-Destructive Examination (NDE) in accordance with a recognised
National or International Industrial NDE Standard when these are part of the service. Suppliers
undertaking TMs are to hold separate approval as a “Service Supplier engaged in thickness measurements
on ships and mobile offshore units” (refer to MQPS, Book N, 17-1).
2.23.4. Supervisor
Supervisors are to be certified according to the recognized National requirements or an equivalent Industrial
Standard and are to have minimum two (2) years’ experience in the inspection of ship’s and/or Mobile Offshore
Units’ (MOUs) structure.
2.23.5. Operator
The Operator carrying out the survey is to be certified according to the recognized National requirements or an
equivalent Industrial Standard and is to have at least one (1) year’s experience as an assistant carrying out
inspections of ship’s and/or Mobile Offshore Units’ (MOUs) structure (including participation in a minimum of five
(5) different assignments).
The operators of those Remote Inspection Techniques (RIT) which require, according to the International or
National legislations, to be licensed for their use, are to hold valid documentation issued by the appropriate bodies
(e.g. UAV Pilots are to be qualified and licenced in accordance with applicable national requirements).
2.23.6. Equipment
The following equipment is to be available:
− Remotely operated platform with data capture devices capable of operation within an enclosed space.
− Means of powering the platforms with sufficient capacity to complete the required inspections, including
spare batteries, if applicable.
− Data collection devices which may include cameras capable of capturing in high definition both video
images and still images.
− Illumination equipment.
− High definition display screen with live high definition feed from inspection cameras (when this is part of the
RIT).
− Means of communication.
− Data recording devices, as applicable.
− Equipment for carrying out thickness gauging and/or non-destructive testing, as relevant to the work to
be performed (when this is part of the service).
2.23.7. Procedures and Guidelines

Service Suppliers are to have documented operational procedures and guidelines on how to plan, carry out and
report inspections; how to handle/operate the equipment; collection and storage of data. These are to include:
− Requirements for preparation of inspection plans; when Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAV) are part of the
equipment, flight plans are to be included.
− Operation of the remotely operated platforms.
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− Operation of lighting.
− Calibration of the data collection equipment.
− Operation of the data collection equipment.
− Two-way communication between the operator, platform, Surveyor, other personnel such as support staff
and ship’s officers and crew.
− Guidance of the operator to provide complete coverage of the structure to be inspected.
− Guidance for the maintenance of the remotely operated platforms, data capture and storage devices and
display screens, as applicable.
− Requirements for the collection and validation of data.
− If data is to be stored, then requirements for location attribution (geo-tagging), validation and storage of
data.
− Requirements for the reporting of inspections, including the recording of damages and defects found
during inspection and repair work.
2.23.8. Documentation and Records

Service Suppliers are to maintain the following:
− Records of training.
− Operator statutory and regulatory certificates and licences.
− Equipment register for Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs), Robots, data collection devices, data analysis
devices and any associated equipment necessary to perform inspections.
− Equipment maintenance manuals and records / logbook.
− Records of calibration.
− Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) / Robot operation logbook.
The Service Suppliers are to have each job separately verified by the attending Lloyd’s Register Surveyor(s),
documented in the Report(s) by the attending Surveyor(s)’ signature.
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2.24. Requirements for Service Suppliers Engaged in Commissioning Testing of Ballast Water
Management Systems (BWMS)

Commissioning testing of Ballast Water Management Systems (BWMS), through verification of the self-monitoring
equipment and sampling and analysis of ballast water, for Statutory purposes.
2.24.2. Procedures
The following information and documentation are to be submitted to Lloyd’s Register for appraisal, prior to any on-
site audit.
Service suppliers are to have documented standard operating procedures for the ballast water test equipment
specified including calibration, adjustment and maintenance. The procedures should outline how the ballast water
sampling and analysis is conducted with respect to each size class of organisms.
Service suppliers are to be familiar with the BWMS operation, its limitations and self-monitoring parameters.
Standard operating procedure should contain additional measurements and observations required to assess that
the self-monitoring equipment indicates correct operation of the BWMS.
Service Suppliers are to be accredited to relevant standards such as ISO/IEC 17025 or equivalent, as applicable.
Service Suppliers are to be independent of the BWMS manufacturer or supplier including shipyards.
Service suppliers are to have standard operating procedures including:
− sampling collection and handling;
− analytical procedures;
− assessment of BWMS correct operation; and
− documenting and reporting.
Should Service Suppliers offer detailed analysis they are to comply with the requirements of Lloyd’s Register
Approval Procedure for Test Laboratories engaged in BWMS Testing, in the capacity of ‘Shipboard testing’, as
applicable.
2.24.3. Operators
Service Suppliers are expected to be able to perform both the biological sampling and assessment of self-
monitoring parameters. Therefore, operators who conduct commissioning testing are to:
− demonstrate knowledge in the use of different ballast water testing equipment for the purpose of
assessing biological efficacy;
− have documented evidence of sufficient engineering and biological knowledge to conduct the
commissioning testing;
− have knowledge of IMO BWM.2/Circ.70/Rev.1, as amended – ‘Guidance for the Commissioning Testing of
Ballast Water Management Systems’ and IMO BWM.2/Circ.42/Rev. 2 – ‘Guidance on Ballast Water Sampling
and Analysis for Trial Use in accordance with the BWM Convention and Guidelines (G2)’, as amended;
− (*) be trained in the proper use of portable indicative analysis equipment. Review of training records
and/or interviews should be conducted to confirm the equipment will be properly used during testing;
− (*) be familiar with and understand the design concepts of the Guidelines G2 sampling devices installed
on the vessel’s water ballast system. Personnel shall understand the need to maintain the G2 sampling
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devices clean and free of contaminants and the importance of controlling the ballast water sample flow
rates from the G2 device (to avoid organism mortality on the sample);
− (*) be familiar with the technologies utilized by the indicative sampling equipment and understand water
quality issues that are both conducive to successful use of the equipment and circumstances that could
challenge the use of the equipment;
− (*) be trained in the proper disposal procedures for water samples following testing.
− (**) have knowledge of the system design limitations of the BWMS (as stated in the BWMS type approval
certificate) and knowledge of the BWMS self-monitoring parameters, such as flow rate, pressure, TRO
concentration, UV transmittance/intensity, etc and how the BWMS notifies the operator in case he
operates the BWMS outside its system design limitations. In case service supplier are not present during
the ballasting operations, the Service Supplier shall have knowledge of how to access the BWMS log to
evaluate that the BWMS operated correctly during ballasting operations;
− (**) have the procedures and knowledge to be able to assess the applicable self-monitoring parameters
(e.g., flow rate, pressure, TRO, UV intensity) of the BWMS, taking into account the System Design
Limitations of the BWMS.
Note: points marked with (*) are qualifications for operators performing sampling and analysis of ballast
water; points marked with (**) are qualifications for operators performing verification of the self-
monitoring equipment. The points above without symbol are the common qualifications for service
supplier.

Service Suppliers are to have the necessary equipment and facilities for the service. A record of the equipment used
is to be kept and available. The record is to contain information on the maintenance and results of calibration,
where applicable.
Equipment, procedures and methods for detailed analysis are to be in accordance with relevant International
standard and/or accepted Industry standards. Laboratories conducting sample enumeration are to be certified
to ISO 17025 standard, or equivalent.
Testing should be conducted using indicative analysis equipment approved by Lloyd’s Register. In the absence of
Lloyd’s Register approved equipment, the following information is to be contained in the final report:
− Equipment information – type, model, technology used, evidence of calibration, detection range,
Organism type/size classes that can be analysed.
− Test results conduct for the verification of accuracy, detection range and repeatability.
− Certificate of standards, if available.
Equipment used for the analysis of other physical-chemical water parameters is to be suitable for the intended
use.
2.24.5. Sampling and Analysis

Service Suppliers are to follow relevant guidelines on sampling of ballast water. A standard operating procedure is
to be defined for sampling of uptake water. Discharge sampling should follow the IMO’s ‘Guidelines for Ballast Water
Sampling (G2)’.
The representative samples shall be analysed as a minimum for the two size classes of organisms, namely ≥ 50 µm
and ≥ 10 µm to < 50 µm, specified in IMO Circular BWM.2/Circ.70/Rev.1 – Guidance for the Commissioning Testing
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of Ballast Water Management Systems using indicative analysis methods. Detailed analysis of all organism type/size
classes or combination of detail and indicative analysis can also be performed.
Service Suppliers shall maintain a record of:
− Operation of the BWMS during test period, including any recorded data or operator observations
associated with the performance deviations, alarms or abnormal/unexpected operations.
− All consumed items used by the BWMS during the testing period.
− Applicable self-monitoring parameters.
In case the commissioning testing requires the Service Supplier’s personnel to work in hazardous areas (e.g., pump
rooms for tankers, etc.), the Service Supplier shall either have equipment certified for the spaces or provide the
Surveyor with a list of vessels for which they would not be able to conduct testing.
2.24.6. Reporting
Service Suppliers are to provide reports detailing the results of sample and analysis of ballast water and assessment
of self-monitoring parameters during commissioning testing. The format is to be acceptable to Lloyd’s Register. The
report, as a minimum, will contain the following:
− Manufacturer’s name.
− Model name.
− BWMS Technology limiting operating conditions and system design limitations.
− Operation required, i.e. ballasting, de-ballast, circulation, one pass, in tank, etc.
− Treatment rated capacity (TRC) in m3/h.
− Relevant performance parameters (e.g. TRO, UV dose, UVI, flow rate and other relevant performance
parameters).
− Alarms developed during operation.
− Installation location.
− Type Approval issued by and Certificate No.
− Date installed.
− Results of Sample analysis.
− Pump flow rate, ballast tanks and volume.
− Comments/Options: Filter and other major components, Process measurements.

The Service Supplier shall have access to the following documents, as may be amended:
− IMO Resolution MEPC.300(72) – Code for Approval of Ballast Water Management Systems (BWMS Code) –
(adopted on 13 April 2018).
− IMO Resolution MEPC.173(58) – Guidelines for Ballast Water Sampling (G2) – (adopted on 10 October 2008).
− IMO BWM.2/Circ.42/Rev.2 – Guidance on Ballast Water Sampling and Analysis for Trial Use in accordance
with the BWM Convention and Guidelines (G2).
− IMO BWM.2/Circ.70/Rev.1 – Guidance for the Commissioning Testing of Ballast Water Management
Systems.
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− IMO BWM.2/Circ.61 – Guidance on Methodologies that may be used for Enumerating Viable Organisms for
Type Approval of Ballast Water Management Systems
− IMO BWM.2/Circ.69 – Guidance on System Design Limitations of Ballast Water Management Systems and
their Monitoring
− IMO Resolution MEPC.279 (70) – 2016 Guidelines for Approval of Ballast Water Management Systems (G8)
− IMO Resolution A.1120(30) – Survey Guidelines under the Harmonized System of Survey and Certifications
(HSSC), 2017 (for BWMS that were Type Approved to the 2016 G8)
− Lloyd’s Register ‘Approval Procedure for Test Laboratories engaged in BWMS Testing’.
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2.25. Requirements for Service Suppliers Engaged in Measurements for Determination of a

vessel’s Underwater Radiated Noise
2.25.1 Extent of Engagement

Measurement of the underwater radiated noise from ships
2.25.2 Training and Qualification of Personnel

The Service Supplier shall have a minimum of two (2) years of experience in conducting underwater sound pressure
level measurements and have a minimum of one (1) operator that meets the requirements below.
Operators are to have the following qualifications:
Participation in a minimum of 5 measurement campaigns as an assistant operator;
Demonstrated knowledge concerning underwater noise measurement standards and guidelines such as ISO 17208,
ISO 18405, ANSI/ASA S12.64, ITTC 7.5-01 04-01, IMO MEPC.1/Circ.833, NPL Good Practice Guide No. 133, and the LR
Rules ‘ShipRight Procedure Additional Design and Construction Procedure for the Determination of a Vessel’s
Underwater Radiated Noise’
The ability to document theoretical and practical training for measuring underwater radiated noise. This training
may be through post-secondary education in disciplines such as engineering, oceanography, or science which
include theoretical and practical training relevant to measuring underwater radiated noise such as the fields of noise
and vibration, underwater acoustics, and signal analysis. Training provided by the service supplier or third parties
may be considered based on review of the training material.
2.25.3. Equipment
Hydrophones and Signal Conditioning
Measurement of underwater sound pressure levels shall be carried out using hydrophones (also known as
underwater electro-acoustic transducers, or underwater microphones). The hydrophones shall meet the
performance parameters given in ISO 17208-1.
Hydrophone deployment system
A hydrophone deployment system shall be used that can position the hydrophones to measure the beam aspect of
the ship under test. The hydrophones may be deployed as a portable system or in a fixed (permanent) installation.
The deployment of the hydrophones shall meet the requirements of ISO 17208-1 for deep water. For shallow water,
the deployment of the hydrophones shall meet the requirement of the LR Rules ‘Additional Design and Construction
Procedure for the Determination of a Vessel’s Underwater Radiated Noise’.
Data Acquisition, Recording, Processing and Display System

The data from the hydrophones shall be supplied to a data acquisition, recording, processing and display system.
The data acquisition, recording, processing and display system shall meet the requirements of ISO 17208-1.
Distance Measurement System

A distance measurement system shall be used that can continuously determine the actual distance between the
hydrophones and a reference point on the ship under test. The distance measurement system shall meet the
requirements of ISO 17208-1.
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Shallow Water Transmission Loss Measurement Equipment or Software

If measurements are performed in shallow water the service supplier shall have either the equipment to measure
the transmission loss or have software tools to determine the transmission loss by numerical methods (see LR Rules
Ch 1, 3.5 Shallow water correction).
For measurement of the transmission loss, the following equipment shall be used:
- sound source (such as, but not limited to, single air-gun, explosives)
- near-field hydrophone
- receiver hydrophone array

- equipment to measure the water sound speed profile either by direct measurement or indirectly via
temperature and salinity profiles.
The equipment shall meet the requirements of ISO 17208 and the LR Rules.
For numerical determination of transmission loss, the service supplier shall have the appropriate verified and
documented software tools to perform the calculation. The software shall be verified through calculation of test
examples. The software documentation shall include a description of the calculation method.
Field or Portable hydrophone calibrator
The field or portable calibrator shall meet the requirements of ISO17208-1
Calibration
Hydrophones shall be laboratory calibrated to either IEC 60565 or ANSI S1.20 at least every two (2) years. For fixed
(i.e. permanently installed underwater) hydrophones, they shall be laboratory calibrated before installation and in
lieu of removing the hydrophones for laboratory calibration, the calibration may be confirmed by a comparative
measurement utilizing a calibrated underwater sound source at least every two (2) years. Field calibration of
hydrophones shall be performed daily during measurements as required by ISO 17208.
2.25.4 Procedures and Instructions

The Service Supplier shall have documented procedures and instructions to carry out service of the equipment.
Documented work procedures are at least to contain information on measurement systems preparation, calibration
checks, test site selection, measurement conditions, ship operation under trial, data post processing, and report
preparation.
If shallow water measurements are to be performed, the procedures and methods to determine transmission loss,
either by measurement or by numerical methods, shall be documented (see LR Rules Ch 1, 3.5 Shallow water
correction).
2.25.5 Reference Documents

- ISO 18405:2017 - Underwater Acoustics - Terminology.
- ISO 17208 ‘Underwater Acoustics - Quantities and Procedures for Description and Measurement of Underwater
Sound from Ships’ – all parts.
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- IEC 61260-3:2016 ‘Electroacoustics - Octave-band and Fractional-octave-band Filters’ – all parts.

- IMO MEPC.1/Circ.833 Guidelines For The Reduction Of Underwater Noise From Commercial Shipping To
Address Adverse Impacts On Marine Life. 7 April 2014
- Lloyd’s Register Rules and Guidelines: ShipRight Procedure Additional Design and Construction Procedure for
the Determination of a Vessel’s Underwater Radiated Noise
2.25.6 Reporting and Verification

An Underwater Radiated Noise Measurement Report shall be made for each ship tested. The Report shall address
the information required from the standard series ISO 17208 and the LR Rules.
The Supplier must have the Surveyor(s)’ verification of each separate job, documented in the Report by the
Surveyor(s)’ signature.
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PART 3: Summary of New Additions and Amendments (including previous

editions)
A – Amended
N – New add. Description Version / Date
D – Deleted
N Section 2.25 – Requirements for Service Suppliers Engaged in V 2.12 June 2022
Measurements for Determination of a Vessel’s Underwater Radiated
Noise
A Section 2.2 - Requirements for Service Suppliers Engaged in Carrying V 2.11 March 2022
out an In-Water Survey (IWS) on Ships and Mobile Offshore Units by
Diver or Remotely Operated Vehicle (ROV)
• Added Sec. 2.2.8 Additional procedures for remote In-Water
Surveys
A Section 1.5 – Procedure for Approval V 2.10 December 2021

• Revised and amended according to IACS UR Z17, Rev.16.
A Section 2.2 - Requirements for Service Suppliers Engaged in Carrying V 2.10 December 2021
out an In-Water Survey (IWS) on Ships and Mobile Offshore Units by
Diver or Remotely Operated Vehicle (ROV)
• Added test to Sec. 2.2.6 (Procedures and Guidelines) and to
Sec. 2.2.7 (Equipment).
A Section 2.24 - Requirements for Service Suppliers Engaged in V 2.10 December 2021
Commissioning Testing of Ballast Water Management Systems
(BWMS)
A Section 2.6 – Requirements for Service Suppliers Engaged in V 2.10 December 2021
Surveying and Testing of Radio Communication Equipment.
• Revised and amended Reference Documents.
A Section 2.18 – Requirements for Service Suppliers Engaged in Shore- V 2.10 December 2021
Based Maintenance of Satellite EPIRBs.
• Revised and amended Reference Documents.
A Section 2.4 – Requirements for Service Suppliers Engaged in V 2.10 December 2021
Inspections and Maintenance of Fire Extinguishing Equipment and
Systems.
Revised and amended Reference Documents.
A Section 2.22 – Requirements for Service Suppliers Engaged in Cable V 2.9 April 2021.9
Transit Seals Inspection on Ships and Mobile Offshore Units. April 2021
A Section 1.3.9 – Sub-contractors V 2.8 July 2020
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A – Amended
D – Deleted
N New Sections added: V 2.8 July 2020
Section 1.8 – Certification of Multi-site Organisations
Section 2.12 – Requirements for Service Suppliers Engaged in
Servicing of Immersion Suits, Thermal Protective Aids, Chemical
Protective Suits
Section 2.15 – Requirements for Service Suppliers Engaged in Surveys
of Masts and Rigging
Section 2.24 – Requirements for Service Suppliers Engaged in
Commissioning Testing of Ballast Water Management Systems
(BWMS)
A Section 2.12 – Requirements for Service Suppliers Engaged in V 2.7 October 2019
Maintenance, thorough Examination, Operational Testing, Overhaul
and Repair of Lifeboats and Rescue Boats, Launching Appliances and
Release Gear
• Revised and amended according to IACS UR Z17, Rev.14 (Mar
2019).
A Section 2.1 – Requirements for Service Suppliers Engaged in V 2.7 October 2019
Tightness Testing of Closing Appliances such as Hatches, Doors, etc.,
with Ultrasonic Equipment
N New Section: V 2.6 April 2018

Section 2.21 – Requirements for Service Suppliers Engaged in Surveys
using Remote Inspection Techniques (RIT) as an Alternative Means for
Close-Up Survey of the Structure of Ships and Mobile Offshore Units
A Section 2.15 – Requirements for Service Suppliers Engaged in V 2.6 April 2018
Visual/Sampling Checks and Testing for Hazardous Materials, such as
Asbestos, PCBs, TBTs, CFCs and PFOS Onboard Ship
• Title amended to include PFOS
• PFOS and HBCDD added to the list of Hazardous Materials,
according to Annexes I and II of the EU Ship Recycling Regulation
(SRR).
• Reference to IMO – Res. MEPC.269(68), “2015 Guidelines for the
Development of the Inventory of Hazardous Materials”, which
supersedes the guidelines adopted by Res. MEPC.197(62),
updated.
• 2.15.7 – Reference to ISO 17025 added
• 2.15.8 – “Sampling and Analysis, Protocols and Test Methods”
updated according to Appendix 9 of Res. MEPC.269(68) and
EMSA’s Guidance on IHM for PFOS.
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A – Amended
D – Deleted
A Section 2.12 – Requirements for Service Suppliers Engaged in V 2.5 June 2017
Servicing and Maintenance of Lifeboats and Rescue Boats, Launching
Appliances, Release Gear and Davit-launched Liferaft Automatic
Release Hooks
• Revised and amended according to IMO Res. MSC.402(96).
A Section 2.19 – Requirements for Service Suppliers Engaged in V 2.5 June 2017
Tightness Testing of Primary and Secondary Barriers of Gas Carriers
with Membrane Cargo Containment Systems for Vessels In-Service
• Revised and amended according to IACS UR Z17, Rev.12 (Nov
2016).
N New Section added: V 2.5 June 2017

2.20 – Requirements for Service Suppliers Engaged in Installation and
Inspection of Cable and Pipe Transit
A Format amendments V 2.4 January 2017
A Document updated for Z17 Revs. 10 & 11. V 2.3 December 2015
A Section 2.5 – Requirements for Service Suppliers Engaged in Servicing V 2.2 February 2015
of Inflatable Liferafts, Inflatable Lifejackets, Hydrostatic Release Units,
Inflatable Rescue Boats
• Reference to IMO Resolution MSC.388(94) added.
N New Section: V 2.1 December 2014

2.18 – Requirements for Service Suppliers Engaged in Measurements
of Noise level Onboard Ships
A Document reformatted. V 02 January 2014
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PART 1: Approved Service Suppliers – General Requirements

− Manufacturer: A Company that manufactures equipment required to be periodically serviced and/or

1.2.3. For Statutory Purposes

1.2.4. For Classification and/or Statutory Purposes

There are separate procedures for Service Suppliers involved in:

1.2.5. For Classification Purposes

− Condition Monitoring Service Suppliers.*

1.2.6. Non-mandatory Approvals

1.3. General Requirements Applicable to All Service Suppliers

1.3.1. Service Suppliers – Extent of Approval

1.3.2. Training of Personnel

1.3.4. Servicing Stations

1.3.5. Personnel Records

1.3.6. Equipment and Facilities

1.3.7. Control of Data

1.3.12. Service Supplier’s Report

1.3.13. Service Supplier’s Relations with the Equipment Manufacturer

1.3.14. Auditing of the Service Supplier

1.3.16. Documented Procedures and Instructions

1.3.17. Specific Flag Requirements

1.4. Additional Reference Documents

1.5. Procedure for Approval

1.5.1. Submission of Documents

1.6. Pre-requisites for Approval

1.6.1. Quality Assurance System

1.6.2. Documented Quality System

1.6.3. Alterations to the Certified Approved Service Supplier System

1.7. Certification and Documentation

1.7.2. Renewal of the Certificate

1.7.3. Existing Approvals

1.8. Certification of Multi-site Organisations

1.8.3 Site Sampling Procedure

1.8.4 Selection of sites

1.8.5 Multi-site Certification

1.9. LR Approvals Database

1.10. Cancellation of Approval

1.10.1. Cancellation Cases

1.10.2. Re-approval After Cancellation

PART 2: Approved Service Suppliers – Specific Requirements

2.1. Requirements for Service Suppliers Engaged in Tightness-testing of Closing Appliances

2.1.1. Extent of Engagement

2.1.4. Equipment and Facilities

2.2.1. Extent of Engagement

2.2.2. Training of Personnel

2.2.4. Divers and Operators

2.2.5. Personnel Records

− Operation of Remotely Operated Vehicles, if applicable.

2.2.6. Procedures and Guidelines

2.2.8. Additional procedures for remote In-Water Surveys

2.3.1. Extent of Engagement

2.3.2. Extent of Approval

2.3.3. Training of Personnel

2.3.5. Procedures and Instructions

2.3.6. Reference Documents

2.3.7. Equipment and Facilities

2.4.1. Extent of Engagement