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Belgian Maritime Inspectorate-Flagstate Natiënkaai 5 8400 Oostende Belgium [email protected] V1.2 – 1 www.mobilit.belgium.be IACS 99 – Belgian specific requirements and interpretations Content Preamble ............................................................................................................................................1 Chapter 1 - General provisions ............................................................................................................2 Chapter 2 – Watertight integrity and equipment.................................................................................2 Chapter 3 – Stability............................................................................................................................2 Chapter 4 – Fire fighting......................................................................................................................2 Chapter 5 – Life saving appliances .......................................................................................................4 Chapter 6 – Radio installations ............................................................................................................5 Chapter 7 – Navigational equipment ...................................................................................................5 Chapter 8 – Prevention of collisions ....................................................................................................6 Chapter 9 – Additional Belgian minimum requirements ......................................................................6 Preamble Cargo vessels of less than 500 GT when flying the Belgian flag, shall comply with the rules set out by the Belgian maritime inspectorate (BMI) under the authority of the Royal decree of July 20 th 1973 (as amended). The vessels as mentioned above shall comply with recommendation number 99 issued by the international association of classification societies (IACS 99). These “Recommendations for the safety of cargo vessels of less than convention size” are supplemented (or replaced where mentioned explicitly) by the Belgian specific requirements and interpretations set out in this document. The table of contents of both documents is identical up to chapter 9 where additional mandatory Belgian requirements are listed. In case a survey is performed by a recognised organisation on behalf of the Belgian maritime inspectorate, the survey is to be performed according to the rules of the IACS 99 and the Belgian specific requirements and interpretations. The survey statement and/or report shall reflect this scope clearly. Any request for exemptions is to be directed to BMI. The decision to grant an exemption will be made on a case-by-case basis and will be documented in an official attestation. A reference to this attestation will be made on the certificate of seaworthiness.

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Belgian Maritime Inspectorate-Flagstate Natiënkaai 5

8400 Oostende Belgium

[email protected]

V1.2 – 1 www.mobilit.belgium.be

IACS 99 – Belgian specific requirements and interpretations

Content Preamble ............................................................................................................................................1

Chapter 1 - General provisions ............................................................................................................2

Chapter 2 – Watertight integrity and equipment .................................................................................2

Chapter 3 – Stability ............................................................................................................................2

Chapter 4 – Fire fighting ......................................................................................................................2

Chapter 5 – Life saving appliances .......................................................................................................4

Chapter 6 – Radio installations ............................................................................................................5

Chapter 7 – Navigational equipment ...................................................................................................5

Chapter 8 – Prevention of collisions ....................................................................................................6

Chapter 9 – Additional Belgian minimum requirements ......................................................................6

Preamble Cargo vessels of less than 500 GT when flying the Belgian flag, shall comply with the rules set out by the Belgian maritime inspectorate (BMI) under the authority of the Royal decree of July 20th 1973 (as amended). The vessels as mentioned above shall comply with recommendation number 99 issued by the international association of classification societies (IACS 99). These “Recommendations for the safety of cargo vessels of less than convention size” are supplemented (or replaced where mentioned explicitly) by the Belgian specific requirements and interpretations set out in this document. The table of contents of both documents is identical up to chapter 9 where additional mandatory Belgian requirements are listed. In case a survey is performed by a recognised organisation on behalf of the Belgian maritime inspectorate, the survey is to be performed according to the rules of the IACS 99 and the Belgian specific requirements and interpretations. The survey statement and/or report shall reflect this scope clearly. Any request for exemptions is to be directed to BMI. The decision to grant an exemption will be made on a case-by-case basis and will be documented in an official attestation. A reference to this attestation will be made on the certificate of seaworthiness.

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Chapter 1 - General provisions - Non-propelled pontoons are not part of the scope of this document. Other non-propelled

units are considered on a case-by-case basis. - Fishing vessels are not part of the scope of this document. - Equivalent materials, instruments and parts are allowed when deemed equally effective by

the Belgian maritime inspectorate. - All equipment must comply with the European marine equipment directive (MED). - All equipment must comply with the rules and regulations of the SOLAS convention and LSA

code. - Alternative measures can be required for ships sailing in restricted areas along the coastline

or for ships sailing under authorization of departure. - All exemptions or waivers are to be issued by the Belgian maritime inspectorate exclusively

and will be mentioned on the certificate of seaworthiness.

Chapter 2 – Watertight integrity and equipment Weathertight doors on deck shall have decent means of closing which are permanently attached to either the wall or the door and which can be operated from either side of the door.

Chapter 3 – Stability There are no additional Belgian requirements.

Chapter 4 – Fire fighting Section 1 – Fire pumps and fire main systems

- For vessels < 110 kW (=150 HP): minimum 1 fire pump can be allowed - Applicable SOLAS regulations: length of hoses, minimum equipment for every fire hose box

near every hydrant. - Fire hydrants inside the ship shall have a fire hose already connected to it.

Section 2 – Fire safety measures - The hull, superstructure, structural bulkheads, decks and deck houses shall be constructed of

steel. Other materials could be allowed after a thorough evaluation of the effects on potential fire hazards and safety risks.

- Closing devices for ventilation are to be foreseen of open/close markings. - Oil fuel protection: Quick closing valves are to be foreseen for all oil and fuel tanks above

double bottom, on every line through which oil can escape after damage, as close as possible to the tank. They are to be remote controlled from another space and with local and remote indication of open/close position.

- Oil fuel protection: pressure relief shall be possible. - Sample valves are to be self-closing. This applies to level indicators as well. - Oil fuel arrangements and high temperature surface insulation: These requirements are also

applicable on ships < 150GT. - Means of access to accommodation and working areas: These areas are to be accessible at all

times from a route not passing through the engine room.

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Section 3 – Fixed fire detection and fire-alarm systems The bridge or fire control station shall have a fire alarm panel signalling the event and location of a fire by means of an audible and visual signal. This panel shall also be connected to the emergency power supply.

Section 4 – Fire-extinguishing arrangements - For a fixed installation working with gas: Audible alarm is required in the affected space

when the fire-extinguishing installation is activated. - For a fixed installation working with water: The pump and valves are not to be located inside

the area protected by this installation. - At/near the radio station an additional portable fire extinguisher shall be foreseen which is

dedicated and suitable for extinguishing fires in that compartment. - The requirement regarding the fixed fire extinguishing arrangements in category “A”

machinery spaces is applicable on ships of ≥ 150 GT and/or on ships with a combined propulsion output of 370 kW (500 pk) achieved by internal combustion, a gas turbine or any equivalent system.

- The requirement regarding the number of portable fire extinguishers in machinery spaces of IACS 99 is replaced by the following requirement:

o Less than 202 kW of internal combustion engine power: minimum 2 foam extinguishers

o As from 202 kW of internal combustion engine power and above: minimum 3 foam extinguishers

o Each space containing fuel treatment equipment or settling tanks or where oil is fired up is to have minimum 2 foam extinguishers.

- Requirement 4.5.4.1 “A spare charge should be provided for each required portable fire-extinguisher that can be readily recharged on board. If this cannot be done, duplicate extinguishers should be provided.” can be interpreted as 1 dedicated spare extinguisher suitable for each fire type (one for all types or several for covering the different types).

Section 5 – Firefighting equipment - A fire blanket is only necessary when there is a galley or another form of cooking appliance

present. - The fire control plan is to include more information (as detailed below) in order to serve as a

general safety plan or fire control and safety plan. Additional requirements for the fire control plan are as follows:

o Lifesaving appliances such as (but not limited to): liferaft, EPIRB, SART, portable VHF, lifebuoy, battery compartment, battery storage box, lifejacket, immersion suit, pyrotechnics, VHF/DSC, navtex, Jason’s Cradle© or Matesaver©, Markus Lifenet©, escape routes, emergency exits, international shore connection, EEBD, spare charge for fire extinguisher/spare extinguisher(s).

o Bilge arrangements: pump and suction o Position of the plan on board to be indicated o Position of all quick closing valves and controls for all fuel and oil tanks o Position of muster stations

- The general safety plan (or fire control and safety plan) is to be approved by the Belgian maritime inspectorate.

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Section 6 – Additional fire safety measures for tankers There are no additional Belgian requirements.

Section 7 – Alternative design and arrangements Requests for the approval of alternative designs and arrangements are to be directed to the Belgian maritime inspectorate.

Section 8 – Fire-extinguishing recommendations for vessels not fitted with propelling machinery Vessels not fitted with propelling machinery will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis.

Chapter 5 – Life saving appliances The operational readiness, maintenance and inspections of the life-saving appliances should be in accordance with SOLAS chapter III Regulation 20 and Annex I of MSC.1/Circ.1206/Rev1. Derogation is only allowed after receiving approval of the delegated official of the BMI.

Liferafts - Must have a capacity in between the range of minimum 6 or maximum 25 persons. - A waterproof instruction plate must be present near the liferaft. - The note in IACS 99 regarding the replacement of liferafts on vessels operating in the

protected service area is not supported by BMI and this will therefore not be allowed. - To avoid the necessity of lifting liferafts over guard-rails or bulwarks portable rails or hinged

openings may be necessary. In such cases suitable protection shall be provided to prevent the possibility of persons falling over the side.

- Where doubt exists as to whether the stowage position of a liferaft does allow easy side-to-side transfer at a single open deck level, it is recommended that a practical demonstration be carried out. Side-to-side transfer must be accomplished in less than 5 minutes as follows:

* Liferafts of six person to 15 person capacity when carried by two persons * Liferafts of more than 15 person capacity when carried by four persons

If the demonstration shows this is not practical then additional liferafts need to be provided as set out in the regulations described by IACS 99.

Rescue boat All vessels shall be provided with a rescue boat, the different provisions for the various lengths and sailing areas (as set out in the IACS 99) are not accepted by BMI. BMI accepts that the rescue boat is substituted by a Markus Lifenet© in combination with Jason’s Cradle© or Matesaver© under following conditions:

- Drills are to be performed 3-monthly and recorded in the official ship’s logbook. - A demonstration shall be given during an inspection when required by the inspector. - Any alteration to the currently known situation shall be directed to BMI directly and shall

include all necessary information regarding practical arrangements, location and procedures. The actual installation can only be performed after the formal granting by BMI.

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Lifebuoys At least one of the lifebuoys fitted with a self-activating smoke and light signal shall be readily available at or near the bridge to be released or thrown overboard quickly. For vessels shorter than 24m LOA, 4 lifebuoys are accepted with the following combination: 2 fitted with smoke and light, 1 with light and 1 with a floating lifeline. These shall be positioned strategically.

Lifejackets When providing the necessary number of lifejackets on board, consideration shall be made regarding the size and weight of persons likely to board the vessel. This means that there shall be lifejackets of an appropriate size for children and/or lifejackets for persons who weigh more than average.

Immersion suits There are no climatic exemptions allowed.

Muster list and emergency instructions The muster list and emergency instructions must comply to the rules as described in SOLAS chapter III regulation 8 and regulation 37 (as amended) as much as practically possible.

Chapter 6 – Radio installations VHF EPIRB devices are not allowed according to Belgian legislation. Ships sailing in protected waters shall in all cases be fitted with a SART on board and with 2 portable VHF radiotelephone apparatus. The qualified radio operators on board shall be as follows:

- Radio zone A1: One holder of a GMDSS radio operator’s license (ROC or GOC) or a CEPT LR - Radio zone A2/A3/A4: Two holders of a GMDSS radio operator’s license (GOC) or a CEPT LR - All masters and navigational watchkeeping officers shall be holder of one of the above

mentioned licenses appropriate to the above mentioned sailing areas

Chapter 7 – Navigational equipment The regulations of SOLAS chapter V are to be followed. Following Belgian specific requirements apply additionally however:

- SOLAS regulation 1.4: The provisions of the mentioned regulations (regulations 15 to 28) apply to the categories of ships listed in 1.4.1 and 1.4.2.

- SOLAS regulation 19: The provisions of regulations 19.2.1 until 19.2.6 (included) apply to all ships, irrespective of size.

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Chapter 8 – Prevention of collisions - Masthead light / stern light / side lights: To be connected through separate electrical circuits

and a special distribution box (situated in the wheelhouse) directly to the main switchboard (or emergency switchboard).

- It shall be possible to power all navigation lights with the emergency power source. - The electrical circuit must be duplicated all the way up until the light itself. - There needs to be a spare light on board for every navigation light. The spare masthead lights

need to be mounted in the mast and ready for immediate use. - Ships ≥ 150GT: a visual or audible alarm shall be present in case of a breakdown of one of the

lights. A breakdown of the visual alarm shall not have an impact on the actual light itself. If only an audible alarm is used this shall be powered by a power source which is independent of the ship’s power supply.

Chapter 9 – Additional Belgian minimum requirements General safety

- All emergency safety and fire-extinguishing equipment must be painted red or a red indication is to be made on for example operating handles. Examples are (but not limited to) fire hydrants, fire hose boxes, ventilation flaps, etc.

- Moving parts of any machinery on board must be protected by covers or equally effective means.

- Permanent inclined ladders (inclined at an angle of less than 70°) covering more than 1 meter in height shall be foreseen of adequate hand bars or ropes. This includes gangways.

- All decks, stairs and corridors exposed to weather conditions shall be foreseen of adequate rails or handrails.

- Hatches without a non-removable dropping lid or cover shall be foreseen of a removable rail or protection all around the hatch opening with a minimum height of 0.9 meters.

- All decks exposed to weather conditions shall have means available to evacuate water as soon as possible.

- The bridge shall at all times have a clear view of the forward part of the ship and a sufficient view of the aft part of the ship. It shall also be possible to have a sufficient view of or proper communication with any work stations on other parts of the deck area during manoeuvring.

- All small appliances such as electrical heaters, cooking appliances, etc … shall be properly fixed.

- There shall be means to communicate an abandon ship order from the bridge to the rest of the ship.

- An appropriate list of life-saving signals (distress signals) or a poster with international search and rescue communication signals (as per SOLAS Ch. V) is to be posted on the bridge.

- Isolating rubber mats are to be placed in front of the main switchboard, emergency switchboard and every switchboard with an open cabinet where there is a danger of electrocution.

Medicine chest A medicine chest is to be carried on board according to the Royal decree of January 7th 1998 (as amended) regarding the medical assistance on board of ships. The type of medicine chest (type A, B or C) carried on board shall be chosen according to the general intended sailing area of the ship.

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Lighting Lighting to be foreseen in following places as a minimum:

- On lifeboat muster stations (where applicable), boarding arrangements and the water surface underneath the launching area

- On life raft stations and boarding arrangements - At the magnetic compass - In all alleyways, stairs, exits and escape routes - Engine room and engine control room - Bilges

Emergency lighting Emergency lighting to be foreseen in following places as minimum:

- On lifeboat muster stations (where applicable), boarding arrangements and the water surface underneath the launching area

- On life raft stations and boarding arrangements - On magnetic compass - In all alleyways, stairs, exits and escape routes - On the bridge - In the engine room and engine control room - In the elevator shaft (where applicable)

Bilge pump and appliances - One fixed bilge pump which can reach all compartments, does not have to be dedicated. - In larger spaces or if not all compartments can be reached, more pumps can be required. - Bilge alarm to be foreseen in all compartments with visual and audible alarm on the bridge. - Valves on the bilge suction lines shall be accessible above the floor plates.

Emergency bilge pump and appliances - One fixed emergency pump or alternatively a portable solution. - Independent from the main system. - If electrical: powered directly by the emergency power source through the emergency

switchboard. - If electrical: start and stop shall be possible local and remote.

Emergency power source - Shall be independent of the propulsion and the electrical main circuit. - Operation time shall be 3 hours minimum. - There shall be an indication in the engine room when the power is switched to emergency

power. - The system shall deliver power to the emergency lights, navigation lights, fire detection

alarm and elevator alarm (where applicable).

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Unmanned/unattended machinery space (UMS) UMS is allowed under following conditions:

- There is an automatic fire detection and alarm system present with a visual and audible alarm inside the engine room as well as in a separate space (bridge or cargo control room). The system shall also be connected to the emergency power source.

- There is a fixed fire extinguishing system. - The fire pump can be started and stopped remotely with a minimum of one remote control

station on the bridge. - Additional fire fighting equipment can be required on a ship-specific basis. - The presence of a fire control station1 is highly recommended but can be exempted if

practically not possible. - Bilge alarms are installed. - Full engine control is possible from the bridge. - Inside the engine room there are local emergency manoeuvring controls available. - There is a remote emergency stop possible for the engine. - There is direct and independent communication between the bridge, the engine control

room and the accommodation including the indication of vital alarms. - A minimum of two escape routes shall be available from the engine (control) room of which

one shall lead directly to a place outside of the engine room. - A dead man alarm or BMI approved system (such as CCTV) shall be installed for newbuilding

vessels. For existing vessels a procedure shall be followed to ensure the safety of the crew working in the engine room at sea.

- Following alarms shall be installed where possible: o Low pressure lube oil o High temperature of cooling water and exhaust gases o Day tanks: low level and high level alarm o Electrical failure of the alarm systems

Engine controls When the engine can be controlled from several places following safety measures shall be in place:

- It can never be possible to start the engine from more than one place simultaneously. - When selecting a different engine control station this shall never lead to a reverse of the

direction of rotation or a start of the engine when the engine was stopped. - Every engine control station shall indicate which control station is currently engaged.

1 SOLAS 2017 Amendment (98th) / Chapter II-2 / Reg. 3: Control stations are those spaces in which the ship's radio or main navigating equipment or the emergency source of power is located or where the fire recording or fire control equipment is centralized. Spaces where the fire recording or fire control equipment is centralized are also considered to be a fire control station.

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Engine room ENGINE ROOM LAY-OUT AND INTERIOR

- The engine room must comply with the unified interpretations and recommendations of the IACS and/or the class rules.

- Safety measures shall be in place to avoid overpressure in pipes, ducts or appliances. - Floor plates must be secured. When necessary however it must be possible to remove them

easily and in a safe manner. The sides and any gaps shall be foreseen of raised edges. - Passageways shall be kept clear from spare parts and other work materials. - When installing work utilities there shall be a focus on creating a safe and healthy working

environment for the crew, be it on deck, inside the engine room or in any other working area.

- The engine room shall be kept clean and clear of oil residues, rags, garbage and so on.

ELECTRICAL STARTER GEAR FOR MAIN ENGINE - Battery capacity shall be present for a minimum of six attempts. - Back-up battery with the same capacity of the primary battery (or more) shall be present. - For vessels with 1 propulsion engine and doing trips longer than 24hrs, a complete starting

engine shall be kept on board as spare. STARTING AIR RESERVOIR

- Provisions are to be foreseen according to the unified interpretations and recommendations of the IACS and/or according to the class rules.

- Reversible propulsion: 12 starts shall be possible. - One-way propulsion: 6 starts shall be possible. - The air compressor shall have enough capacity to refill the reservoir up to 100% in one hour.

Battery storage - The batteries shall be secured with wooden blocks without blocking the ventilation. - The storage facility is not allowed inside cabins or accommodation spaces. This does not

include the storage of batteries inside well-ventilated engine rooms or similar compartments. - Battery storage shall be executed in such a way that it is not possible for explosive gaseous

mixtures to be trapped inside. It is to be kept in mind that the gases produced are lighter than air.

- There shall be ample space (minimum of 5 cm) in between racks or stacks to allow for enough ventilation.

- Any lights used shall be fixed and explosion proof. - Doors and/or hatches must be marked with the appropriate symbols which prohibit naked

light and fire in the vicinity of the storage box or within the storage space. - When the batteries are stored in a storage box on deck following applies:

o A natural vent pipe from the top of the box shall extend sufficiently above the top of the box.

o Intake of fresh air shall be possible at 2 opposite sides of the storage box. o The box in its entirety shall be sufficiently water tight.

- In case of natural ventilation in the battery room or battery box: The upper pipe shall be in direct contact with the outside air.

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Steering gear and appliances Following requirements are applicable on all vessels:

Main steering gear

- A defect on 1 unit shall not influence the other unit (second main or emergency) - Hydraulics: any part that can be isolated but can suffer from pressure build up shall have safety relief valves - The rudder shall go from 35° portside/starboard to 35° starboard/portside in maximum 28 seconds - Emergency unit is not required if the main unit is constructed of double identical hydraulic units (which can be isolated in case of a defect of 1 component) - Operation shall be possible from the bridge (remote) and from the steering gear room (local)

Emergency steering gear

- A defect on 1 unit shall not influence the other unit (second main or emergency) - The rudder shall go from 15° portside/starboard to 15° starboard/portside in maximum 60 seconds - Operation shall be possible from the bridge (remote) and from the steering gear room (local)

Main and emergency: hydraulic system

- Auto restart shall occur after a power failure - Start shall be possible from the bridge (remote) - Power failure alarm (audible + visual): shall be installed on the bridge - Hydraulic tank low level alarm (audible + visual): shall be installed on the bridge and in the engine room - Sufficient spare hydraulic fluid shall be stored in a tank permanently connected to the steering gear system

Main and emergency: electrical or additional for electro-hydraulic system

- Indication on/off shall be foreseen on the bridge and in the engine control room or equivalent (control panel of main engine for example) - Minimum 2 separate power circuits through a main switchboard (1 is allowed via emergency switchboard) - A safety against short circuit shall be foreseen - An alarm for overload (audible and visual): shall be foreseen in engine room or in engine control room

Steering gear room

- Shall be easily accessible - Where possible: preferably separated from the engine room

Anchoring, towing and mooring equipment Anchoring, towing and mooring equipment is to be foreseen according to the unified interpretations and recommendations of the IACS and/or according to the class rules.

Pollution prevention The regulations of the 73/78 MARPOL convention (as amended) apply as stated therein.

Oil and fuel tanks Measures for overflow:

- There shall be an alarm when overflow occurs. - The overflow tank must have an alarm at 75% level.

Drip trays shall be placed under at least fuel pumps, filters and preheaters.

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Gauges and pipes AIR PIPES:

- On fuel tanks: to be foreseen of flame arrestors. - Must be protected or reinforced. - Following must lead to open air and above freeboard deck: tanks in risk of overfilling, all

double bottom tanks, all cofferdams, all fuel tanks. - In case of tanks with dangerous or pollutant content, these can also lead to an overflow or

overspill tank which is to be located in open air and above freeboard deck. LEVEL GAUGES:

- To be foreseen on all tanks not accessible for manual gauging at all times. - To be foreseen of a protective plate on the bottom. - Must be protected or reinforced. - Must be as much as possible above freeboard deck. In case this is not possible they must be

foreseen of a self-closing device. - Fuel tank level gauges: must be placed as far away as possible from electrics. - Level gauges and filling pipes on drink water tanks must be minimum 15 cm above deck.

Paint locker A paint locker is considered a space where explosive and flammable gas mixtures can be expected. Following additional requirements are applicable on such spaces:

- No electrical machinery or appliances allowed. - Ventilation which can be closed/stopped from outside the space in case of fire. - No connection allowed with the accommodation. - All openings need to have fixed closing appliances. - Fire-extinguishing arrangements as per SOLAS Ch II-2 regulation 10.6.3. - Exemptions possible <200 GT.

Galley Following additional requirements are applicable on such spaces:

- Ventilation which can be closed/stopped from outside the space in case of fire. - All openings need to have fixed closing appliances.

Living and working area - Working areas and sleeping accommodation shall not be in direct contact with each other. - MLC standards are to be complied with wherever applicable. - Walk-in refrigerators shall have doors which can be opened from the inside and there shall

be a warning alarm installed inside the refrigerator in case of emergency inside.