Rules and Regulations for the Classification of Naval Ships, January 2016

Classification Regulations Volume 1, Part 1, Chapter 2

Introduction

Section
Introduction

1 Conditions for Classification

2 Scope of the Rules

3 Character of Classification and Class notations

4 Surveys – General

5 Type Approval/Type Testing/Quality Control System

6 Classification of machinery with [✠]LMC or MCH notation

7 Classification of ship with *IWS notation

8 Classification of ship with operational role: Oil Supply Ship

9 Classification of naval ships using alternative LR's Rules

n Introduction
Definition of Naval Class
Naval ship Classification may be regarded as the development and worldwide implementation of published Rules and Regulations,
which, in conjunction with proper care and conduct on the part of the Owner, will provide for:
(a) the structural strength and the watertight integrity of all essential parts of the hull and its appendages; this includes
compliance with a suitable damage stability standard accepted by Lloyd’s Register (hereinafter referred to as ’LR’);
(b) the safety and reliability of engineering systems essential for propulsion, steering and other Mobility and/or Ship Type-specific
functions, see Vol 2, Pt 1, Ch 1, 3 Engineering system designation;
(c) the operation and functioning of associated systems installed for operational requirements relating to the ship type, see Vol 2,
Pt 1, Ch 1, 3 Engineering system designation; and
(d) the effectiveness of other defined features and systems which have been built into the ship in order to establish and maintain
basic conditions on board whereby appropriate stores, fuels, equipment and personnel can be safely carried whilst the ship is
at sea, at anchor, or moored in harbour.
A naval ship is said to be in Class when the Rules and Regulations which pertain to it have been complied with, or compliance,
equivalent to the Rules, has been ascertained.
LR maintains these provisions by way of periodical visits by its Surveyors to the ship as defined in the Regulations in order to
ascertain that the vessel currently complies with those Rules and Regulations. Records of any defects found, or modifications
carried out, between visits by LR Surveyors, which may affect Classification, are to be maintained. Any defects found are to be
reported to LR with the minimum of delay. The records will form the basis of remedial action, where necessary, for maintenance of
Class.
Military Distinctions
Military Distinction notations are awarded by LR as shown in Vol 1, Pt 4 Military Design and Special Features of these Rules. LR
requires demonstration of the capability of the ship to withstand specified hostile military action without loss of capability. It is the
responsibility of the navy or designer to specify and quantify the weapon performance and scenarios to be studied. A Military
Distinction notation is awarded by LR on the basis that the assessment presented has been conducted in accordance with agreed
procedures and the ship constructed in a manner that reflects the design requirements.
LR is to be informed of any incident of the ship sustaining damage. Such ships are to be made available for survey thereafter at
the earliest possible opportunity.
Options

8 Lloyd's Register