RULES FOR BUILDING AND CLASSING

STEEL VESSELS
2005
CORRIGENDA/EDITORIALS – 12 January 2005
CORRIGENDA/EDITORIALS – 11 March 2005

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Part 1 Conditions of Classification
Chapter 1 Scope and Conditions of Classification
Section 3 Classification Symbols and Notations
13 1-1-3/3 Add notations “Liquefied Gas Carrier” and “Chemical Carrier” after
“Oil or Bulk/Ore (OBO) Carrier”, and add “(See the “List of ABS
Notations and Symbols” on the ABS website “www.eagle.org/rules/
downloads.html” for more information on the notations.)” at end of
paragraph. Also, “Ore or Oil Carriers” to read “Ore or Oil Carrier”.

Part 2 Rules for Materials and Welding

Chapter 1 Materials for Hull Construction
Section 5 Hull Steel Castings
46 2-1-5/13.7 Title of referenced Guide to read “ABS Guide for Nondestructive
Examination of Marine Steel Castings”.
47 2-1-5/13.11 Title of referenced Guide to read “ABS Guide for Nondestructive
Examination of Marine Steel Castings” (2 places).

Part 2 Rules for Materials and Welding

Chapter 2 Equipment
Section 3 Rolled Steel Bars for Chain
81 Section 2-2-3 Title to read “Rolled Steel Bars for Chain, Cast and Forged Materials for
Accessories and Materials for Studs”.

Part 2 Rules for Materials and Welding

Chapter 3 Materials for Machinery, Boilers, Pressure Vessels and Piping
Section 7 Steel Machinery Forgings
145 2-3-7/1.17 Renumber last list item as “viii)”.
154 2-3-7/5.7.1 Reference “2-3-7/Table 4” to read “2-3-7/Table 6”.

Part 2 Rules for Materials and Welding

Chapter 3 Materials for Machinery, Boilers, Pressure Vessels and Piping
Section 9 Steel Castings for Machinery, Boilers and Pressure Vessels
171 2-3-9/1.1 In second-to-last line, “040%” to read “0.040%”.

Part 2 Rules for Materials and Welding

Chapter 3 Materials for Machinery, Boilers, Pressure Vessels and Piping
Section 14 Bronze Castings
209 2-3-14/3.9 Revise Note 4 of table to read as follows: “See 2-1-1/Figure 2”.

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Part 2 Rules for Materials and Welding
Chapter 4 Welding and Fabrication
Section 3 Weld Tests
310 2-4-3/Table 1 Add new Note 7 “See 2-4-4/5.11 applicable for pipe welding.”. Last cell of
first column to read “For tack welders (Note 7)”.
319 2-4-3/Figure 9 Add arrows to “Direction of plate rolling” as shown below:
For Plate Material 19.1 mm (3/4 in.) or less

Direction of plate rolling

29 mm
Discard (1 1/8 in.)

Face bend 38 mm
(1½in.)
150 mm
(6 in.)

38 mm
Root bend (1½in.)

29 mm
Discard (1 1/8 in.)

250 mm (10 in.)

60°

Warping 5° max. Diameter of electrode

core wire

9.5mm (3/8 in.)

6mm (1/4 in.) min.

25 mm
(1 in.)

319 2-4-3/Figure 9 Add new Note 2 “Thickness of test assembly is to be reduced to 5 mm

(3/16 in.) for qualifying construction material less than 9.5 mm (3/8 in.) per
Note 1 of 2-4-3/Table 1.” and renumber existing Notes accordingly.
324 2-4-3/Figure 12 Text at top of figure to read “For Tack Welders (See 2-4-4/5.11 – applicable
for pipe welding.)”.

Part 2 Rules for Materials and Welding

Chapter 4 Welding and Fabrication
Section 4 Piping
330 2-4-4/5.11 In second line, “qualified welders” to read “qualified pipe welders”.

Part 2 Rules for Materials and Welding

Appendix 2 Requirements for the Approval of Filler Metals
Section 1 General
339 2-A2-1/1.5 Add new Paragraph 2-A2-1/1.5 as follows:
(New)
“1.5 Aluminum Filler Metals
Approval of aluminum filler metals is covered in Appendix 2-5-A2 of
the ABS Rule Requirements for Materials and Welding – Aluminum
and Fiber Reinforced Plastics (FRP).”

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Part 2 Rules for Materials and Welding
Appendix 2 Requirements for the Approval of Filler Metals
Section 2 Electrodes for Shielded Metal Arc Welding
355 2-A2-1/9.7.1 Heading of third table column to read “Grades Y, Y400 and YQ”.

Part 3 Hull Construction and Equipment

Chapter 5 Equipment
Section 1 Anchoring, Mooring and Towing Equipment
249 3-5-1/ Equations for Fxi, Fyi to read “Fxi = (Px – αgM)/N” and “Fyi = (Py – αgM)/N”,
11.3.2(b)ii) respectively.

Part 4 Vessel Systems and Machinery

Chapter 2 Prime Movers
Section 1 Diesel Engines
27 4-2-1/1.9.5 Revise third paragraph to read “Torsional vibration analysis for propulsion
shafting systems for all modes of operation including the condition of one
cylinder misfiring”.
40 4-2-1/7.3.3 Revise first paragraph to read “Electronic speed governors fitted to main
propulsion diesel engines, and which form part of a remote propulsion control
system, are to comply with the following:”.
51 4-2-1/13.9.2 Title to read “Engines Driving Propellers”.
51 4-2-1/13.9.2 First sentence to begin: “Main propulsion engines driving propellers…”.

Part 4 Vessel Systems and Machinery

Chapter 3 Prime Movers
Section 6 Propulsion Redundancy
255 4-3-6/1.3ii) Reference “4-3-6/7.1” to read “4-3-6/7.3”.

Part 4 Vessel Systems and Machinery

Chapter 7 Fire Safety Systems
Section 3 Fire-extinguishing Systems and Equipment
498 4-7-3/1.5.3v) Add the following new text after existing text:
“(2004) It is to be demonstrated by calculation that the total suction head and
net positive suction head of the pump are satisfied at:
• The lightest seagoing condition, with account being taken of 22.5° roll
and 10°pitch (1) and
• A loading condition without cargo or ballast water, with 10% stores and
fuel remaining, roll and pitch not being taken into account.
Upon completion of the emergency fire pump installation, a performance test
confirming the capacity required in 4-7-3/1.5.3i) is to be carried out. As far as
practicable, the test is to be carried out at lightest seagoing draft at the suction
position.
Note 1 Where the length of the vessel exceeds 100 m (328 ft), the pitch angle may be taken
as 500/L degrees, where L is the length of the vessel in meters (1640/L degrees,
where L is the length of the vessel in feet), as defined in 3-1-1/3.1.”.

Part 4 Vessel Systems and Machinery

Chapter 8 Electrical Systems
Section 4 Shipboard Installation and Tests
609 4-8-4/21.17.2(d) Delete last sentence “Subparagraph 4-8-4/21.17.2 does not alleviate the
requirements for emergency feeders in 4-8-4/21.17.1.”.

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Part 4 Vessel Systems and Machinery
Chapter 9 Remote Propulsion Control and Automation
Section 2 Remote Propulsion Control
657 4-9-2/7.3 Add new first paragraph and revise existing paragraph to read as follows:
“Remote propulsion control stations fitted in vessels having the propulsion
machinery space manned are to be provided with the alarms, displays and
controls as listed in 4-9-2/Table 1, items A1 through C2 as a minimum.
Where a remote propulsion control station is provided in or in the vicinity of
the propulsion machinery space for the purpose of full remote operation of a
locally manned propulsion machinery space, such a station is to be fitted
with:
Remote propulsion control station, as in 4-9-2/7.1
Alarms, displays and controls, as required in 4-9-3/Table 2
Alarms and displays of 4-9-4/Table 3A through 4-9-4/Table 8, as
applicable”.

Part 4 Vessel Systems and Machinery

Chapter 9 Remote Propulsion Control and Automation
Section 4 ACCU Notation
674 4-9-4/15.5.2 In second line, add reference “4-9-3/13.11.2” after existing two references.
In last line, reference “4-9-3/13.11.2” to read “4-9-3/13.11.3”.

Part 4 Vessel Systems and Machinery

Chapter 9 Remote Propulsion Control and Automation
Section 7 Equipment
698 4-9-7/13.5 In third line, reference “4-9-7/13.1” to read “4-9-7/13.3”.

Part 5 Specific Vessel Types

Chapter 1 Vessels Intended to Carry Oil in Bulk (150 meters (492 feet) or more in Length)
Section 7 Cargo Oil and Associated Systems
158 5-1-7/3.3.4(e) Add new reference after IMO Resolution A.497 (XII) as follows: “IMO
Resolution A.897 (21) Amendments to the revised specifications for the
design, operation and control of crude oil washing systems [Resolution A.446
(XI) as amended by resolution A.497 (XII)]”.

Part 5 Specific Vessel Types

Chapter 3 Vessels Intended to Carry Ore or Bulk Cargoes (150 meters (492 feet) or more in Length)
Section 6 Hull Structure Beyond 0,4L Amidships
483 5-3-6/5.3 In definition of p, delete items iv) through vii).
483 5-3-6/5.5 Add the following sentence to the end of existing text: “Side shell plating in
upper and lower wing tanks, see 5-3-6/5.9.”.
483 5-3-6/5.7 Add the following sentence to the end of existing text: “Side shell plating in
upper and lower wing tanks, see 5-3-6/5.9.”.

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Part 5 Specific Vessel Types
Chapter 3 Vessels Intended to Carry Ore or Bulk Cargoes (150 meters (492 feet) or more in Length)
Section 6 Hull Structure Beyond 0,4L Amidships
484 5-3-6/5.9 In definition of p, revise item iv) to read as follows:
iv) (1999) In the upper wing tank and lower wing tank which is
connected to the upper wing tank by trunks or double sides, the
internal pressure, pi, in such tanks may be calculated by the
following equation:
pi = pia − puo
pia is internal pressure in the wing tanks, in N/cm2 (kgf/cm2,
lbf/in2), as defined in 5-3-3/Table 3 for side shell plating.
puo is as defined in 5-3-4/9.1.

484 5-3-6/5.11 In Item iv), reference “5-3-6/5.3iv)” to read “5-3-6/5.9iv)”.

Part 5 Specific Vessel Types

Chapter 5 Vessels Intended to Carry Containers (130 meters (427 feet) to 350 m (1148 feet) in Length)
Section 3 Load Criteria
678 5-5-3/11.3.3 5
In definition of dk, equation to read “0.2 ∑ bTi ”.
i

Part 5 Specific Vessel Types

Chapter 5 Vessels Intended to Carry Containers (130 meters (427 feet) to 350 m (1148 feet) in Length)
Section 4 Initial Scantling Criteria
708 5-5-4/11.17 Definition of k1 for vertically stiffened plating to read “0.500k2”.

Part 5 Specific Vessel Types

Chapter 8 Vessels Intended to Carry Liquefied Gases in Bulk
Section 4 Cargo Containment
992 5-8-4/4.1 Revise to read as follows:
“Integral tanks are to be designed and constructed in accordance with
the requirements of these Rules. The scantlings of the tank boundary
plating and stiffening are to be not less than required by the
following:
• For LNG (L ≥ 150 m) refer to the ABS Guide for Building and
Classing Membrane Tank LNG Vessels.
• For LNG (L < 150 m) refer to SVR Part 5, Chapter 2.
The application of SH notation for vessels less than 150 m in length
may be considered on a case-by-case basis and application of Rule
requirements will be discussed between the applicant and the
Bureau.”

Part 7 Rules for Survey After Construction

Chapter 2 Survey Intervals
Section 2 Vessels in Great Lakes Service
23 7-3-2/15 Relocate second through last sentences of second paragraph to new
Subsection 7-5-1/7.
41 7-3-2/1.5.2 Relocate to 7-6-2/1.7.1.
41 7-3-2/1.5.2 Reinstate text moved to 7-6-2/1.7.1.

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Part 7 Rules for Survey After Construction
Chapter 3 Hull Surveys
Section 2 Vessels for Unrestricted Service
42 7-3-2/1.7 Title to read “Bulk Carriers – Non Double Skin ESP and Bulk Carrier
Features of Combination Carriers – Non Double Skin ESP”.
45 7-3-2/1.13.2 Relocate to 7-6-2/1.3.8.
45 7-3-2/1.13.2 Reinstate text moved to 7-6-2/1.3.8.
45 7-3-2/1.13.3 Relocate to 7-6-2/1.3.9.
45 7-3-2/1.13.3 Reinstate text moved to 7-6-2/1.3.9.
45 7-3-2/1.13.4 Relocate last two paragraphs to 7-6-2/1.3.10 and renumber as 7-3-2/1.13.2.
45 7-3-2/1.13.4 Reinstate text moved to 7-6-2/1.3.10 and renumber as 7-3-2/1.13.4.
(1.13.2 New)
45 7-3-2/1.13.5 Renumber as 7-3-2/1.13.3.
45 7-3-2/1.13.5 Renumber as 7-3-2/1.13.5.
(1.13.3 New)
46 7-3-2/1.13.6 Relocate items (c), (d), (e), (f), (g), (h) and (k) to 7-6-2/1.3.12 and renumber
remaining items accordingly. Renumber as 7-3-2/1.13.4.
46 7-3-2/1.13.6 Renumber as 7-3-2/1.13.6.
(1.13.4 New)
46 7-3-2/1.13.6 In first line, reference “7-3-2/1.13.1 through 1.13.5” to read “7-3-2/1.13.1
through 1.13.3”.
46 7-3-2/1.13.6 In first line, reference “7-3-2/1.13.1 through 1.13.3” to read “7-3-2/1.13.1
(1.13.4 New) through 1.13.5”.
46 7-3-2/ Reference “7-3-2/1.13.3” to read “7-6-2/1.3.9”.
1.13.6(c)
46 7-3-2/1.13.6(c) Reference “7-6-2/1.3.9”to read “7-3-2/1.13.3”.
(1.13.4(c) New)
46 7-3-2/1.13.7 Renumber as 7-3-2/1.13.5.
46 7-3-2/1.13.7 Renumber as 7-3-2/1.13.7.
(1.13.5 New)
46 7-3-2/1.13.7 In first line, reference “7-3-2/1.13.1 through 1.13.5” to read “7-3-2/1.13.1
through 1.13.3”.
46 7-3-2/1.13.7 In first line, reference “7-3-2/1.13.1 through 1.13.3” to read “7-3-2/1.13.1
(1.13.5 New) through 1.13.5”.
47 7-3-2/ Relocate subitems ii), iii), iv), v), vi), viii), ix), xii), xiv), xv) and xvi) to
1.13.7(b) 7-6-2/1.3.11 and renumber remaining items accordingly.
47 7-3-2/ Reference “7-3-2/1.13.3” to read “7-6-2/1.3.9”.
1.13.7(b)vi)
50 7-3-2/1.19 In title, “Combination Carriers – Double Hull ESP” to read “Combination
Carriers – Non Double Skin ESP”.
53 7-3-2/3.7 Title to read “Bulk Carriers – Non Double Skin ESP and Bulk Carrier
Features of Combination Carriers – Non Double Skin ESP”.

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Part 7 Rules for Survey After Construction
Chapter 3 Hull Surveys
Section 2 Vessels for Unrestricted Service
53 7-3-2/3.7.6 In second and third lines, delete “(rev. 1, June 2003)”.
55 7-3-2/3.9.3 Reference “7-3-2/515.3” to read “7-3-2/5.15.3”.
59 7-3-2/3.19 In title, “Combination Carriers – Double Hull ESP” to read “Combination
Carriers – Non Double Skin ESP”.
60 7-3-2/ References “7-3-2/3.1.1.1(a)” and “7-3-2/3.1.1.1(b)” to read “7-3-2/3.1.1(a)”
3.19.3(a)i) and “7-3-2/3.1.1(b)”, respectively.
63 7-3-2/5.1.8 In sixth bullet, reference “7-3-2/5.5.1(f)” to read “7-3-2/5.5.1(c)”.
63 7-3-2/5.1.8 In sixth bullet, reference “7-3-2/5.5.1(c)” to read “7-3-2/5.5.1(f)”.
63 7-3-2/5.1.8 Tenth bullet to read “Tankers ESP (Oil Carriers and Oil Carrier Features of
Combination Carriers – Non Double Hull and Chemical Carriers), see
7-3-2/5.13.4.”.
63 7-3-2/5.1.8 Eleventh bullet to read “Tankers ESP (Oil Carriers and Oil Carrier Features
of Combination Carriers – Double Hull), see 7-3-2/5.14.4.”.
65 7-3-2/5.1.10 Delete the following text:
“(1 July 2003) Confirmation of the satisfactory operation of all
mechanically operated hatch covers is to be made, including:
• Stowage and securing in open condition.
• Proper fit and efficiency of sealing in closed condition.
• Operational testing of hydraulic and power components, wires,
chains and link drives.”

65 7-3-2/5.1.10 In sixth line, “Confirmation of the effectiveness…” to read “Checking the

effectiveness…
65 7-3-2/ Relocate to 7-6-2/3.3.2 and renumber remaining items accordingly.
5.1.11(c)
65 7-3-2/ Relocate to second paragraph of 7-6-2/3.3.1 and renumber remaining items
5.1.11(d) accordingly.
71 7-3-2/5.5.1 Relocate items (b), (c) and (d) to 7-6-2/3.5 and renumber remaining items
accordingly.
71 7-3-2/5.5.1 Reinstate text moved to 7-6-2/3.5 and renumber remaining items accordingly.
77 7-3-2/5.7.7 In third and fourth lines, delete “(Rev. 1, Corr. 3, January 2004)”.
77 7-3-2/5.11 In first line, reference “7-3-2/1.13.7” to read “7-3-2/1.13.5”.
77 7-3-2/5.11 In first line, reference “7-3-2/1.13.5” to read “7-3-2/1.13.7”.
77 7-3-2/5.11.1 Relocate items (c), (d), (e), (l), (m) and (p) to 7-6-2/3.3.4 and renumber
remaining items accordingly.
77 7-3-2/ In first paragraph, reference “7-3-2/5.1.11(f)” to read “7-3-2/5.1.11(c)”.
5.11.1(b)

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Part 7 Rules for Survey After Construction
Chapter 3 Hull Surveys
Section 2 Vessels for Unrestricted Service
80 7-3-2/ Relocate subitems i) through v) to 7-6-2/3.3.5 and renumber remaining
5.13.1(a) subitem accordingly.
80 7-3-2/ Relocate to 7-6-2/3.3.5.
5.13.1(b)
80 7-3-2/5.13.2 Relocate second paragraph to 7-6-2/3.3.3.
82 7-3-2/ In second-to-last line, “transverses” to read “web frame rings”.
5.13.3(c)ii)
82 7-3-2/ In second-to-last line, “web frame rings” to read “transverses”.
5.13.3(c)iii)
85 7-3-2/5.14.2 Relocate second paragraph to 7-6-2/3.3.3.
87 7-3-2/ Title to read “Special Periodical Survey No. 4 and subsequent Special
5.14.3(d) Periodical Surveys (Age > 15 years)”.
90 7-3-2/5.15.1 Relocate second paragraph to 7-6-2/3.7.1.
94 7-3-2/5.19 In title, “Combination Carriers – Double Hull ESP” to read “Combination
Carriers – Non Double Skin ESP”.
98 7-3-2/7.3 Title to read “Bulk Carriers – Non Double Skin ESP and Bulk Carrier
Features of Combination Carriers – Non Double Skin ESP”.
109 7-3-2/7.9 In title, “Combination Carriers – Double Hull ESP” to read “Combination
Carriers – Non Double Skin ESP”.
115 7-3-2/11.3 In last bullet, “Survey Planning” to read “Survey Program”.
117 7-3-2/15.3 In third paragraph, reference “7-A-9/9” to read “7-A-9/Report 1”.

Part 7 Rules for Survey After Construction

Chapter 3 Hull Surveys
Section 3 Vessels in Great Lakes Service
119 7-3-3 In second introductory sentence, “The ESP Vessel requirements” to read
“The ESP and ESDC Vessel requirements”.

Part 7 Rules for Survey After Construction

Chapter 3 Hull Surveys
Section 4 Vessels Rivers and Intracoastal Waterways Service
121 7-3-4 In second introductory sentence, “The ESP Vessel requirements” to read
“The ESP and ESDC Vessel requirements”.

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Part 7 Rules for Survey After Construction
Chapter 5 Tailshaft Surveys
Section 1 Survey Requirements
133 7-5-1/7 Relocate second through last sentences of second paragraph of 7-2-2/15 to
(New) new Subsection 7-5-1/7 as follows:

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7.1 Tailshaft Survey
Where arrangements are such as to permit an effective nondestructive
examination by a surface crack-detection method (such as magnetic
particle or dye penetrant) all around the shaft in way of the forward
portion of the taper section, including the end of keyway (if fitted),
the shaft need not be drawn for examination in its entirety. Where
arrangements of the flanged tailshaft permits effective examination of
the flange fillet by a surface crack detection method, bearing
weardown measurement and shaft seal effectiveness (oil-lubricated
bearings), the shaft need not be withdrawn. The flange coupling bolts
are to be examined by means of a surface crack detection method
whenever they are removed. The Controllable-Pitch propeller hub is
to be tested under operating conditions for oil tightness.

Part 7 Rules for Survey After Construction

Chapter 6 Machinery Surveys
Section 2 Survey Requirements
145 7-6-2/1.3.8 Add new Subparagraph 7-6-2/1.3.8 with relocated text from 7-3-2/1.13.2 as
(New) follows and renumber existing 7-6-2/1.3.8 as 7-6-2/1.3.11:
“1.3.8 Cargo Piping Systems
Cargo, crude oil washing, bunker, ballast and tank vent
piping systems above the weather deck and in the cargo
pump room and pipe tunnels. Where suspect, the piping may
be required to be pressure-tested at the working pressure,
thickness measured or both.
Cargo and stripping pumps including foundations, gland
seals, operation of remote control and shut-down devices.
Confirmation that cargo discharge pressure gauges and level
indicator systems are operational.”

145 7-6-2/1.3.8 Relocate text back to 7-3-2/1.13.2.

(New)
145 7-6-2/1.3.9 Add new Subparagraph 7-6-2/1.3.9 with relocated text from 7-3-2/1.13.3 as
(New) follows and renumber existing 7-6-2/1.3.9 as 7-6-2/1.3.12:
“1.3.9 Electrical Bonding and Equipment
Electrical bonding arrangements on weather deck and in
cargo pump rooms, including bonding straps, where fitted, of
cargo piping systems carrying flammable liquids and piping
systems routed through hazardous areas. Bonding to hull,
where applicable, of cargo tanks is to be examined.

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Confirmation that electrical equipment in hazardous

locations including cargo pump room, have been properly
maintained, including the following items. The list required
by SVR 4-8-1/5.3.2 may be referred to during the
confirmation.
• Intrinsically safe and explosion-proof features of
electrical equipment installed in the hazardous areas, in
particular any associated sealing arrangement.
• The physical condition of cables (wiring) and fixtures
and test of insulation resistance of the circuits. In cases
where a proper record of testing is maintained,
consideration may be given to accepting recent readings.
• The cable supports and the means of cable protection
from mechanical damage, as originally provided.
• Gas detection system in the cargo pump room, if fitted.
• Temperature-sensing devices fitted on bulkhead shaft
glands, pump bearings and casings.”

145 7-6-2/1.3.9 Relocate text back to 7-3-2/1.13.3.

(New)
145 7-6-2/1.3.10 Add new Subparagraph 7-6-2/1.3.10 with relocated text from 7-3-2/1.13.4 as
(New) follows:
“1.3.10 Cargo Pump Room
Operation of pump room bilge pumping system.
Pump room ventilation system including ducting, dampers
and screens.”

145 7-6-2/1.3.10 Relocate text back to 7-3-2/1.13.4.

(New)
145 7-6-2/1.3.11 Renumber existing 7-6-2/1.3.8 as 7-6-2/1.3.11 and replace existing text with
the following:
“1.3.11 Liquefied Gas Carriers
1.3.11(a) Interbarrier Space Venting System. The venting
system or other arrangements provided for the emergency
removal of gas from the interbarrier spaces (i.e., between the
primary and secondary barriers) is to be confirmed in
satisfactory condition.
1.3.11(b) Cargo Tank Venting System (1 July 2003). The
venting system for the cargo tanks and hold spaces is to be
confirmed in satisfactory operating condition. Vent line
drainage arrangement is to be examined.
1.3.11(c) Instrumentation and Safety Systems (1 July 2003).
Gas leakage detection equipment, including indicators and
alarms, is to be confirmed in satisfactory operating
conditions. Systems for temperature, pressure and liquid

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level indication of the cargo, cargo tank, insulation, the hull
adjacent to the cargo containment system, and cargo
refrigerating installations where fitted, including alarms, are
to be confirmed in satisfactory operating condition. The
piping of the gas detection system is to be visually examined
for corrosion and damage and the integrity of the line
between suction points and analyzing units is to be confirmed
as far as possible.
1.3.11(d) Environmental Control of Hold Spaces (1998).
Inert gas and dry air systems, including indicators and
alarms, are to be confirmed in satisfactory operating
condition. Means for prevention of backflow of cargo vapor
into gas-safe spaces is to be confirmed in satisfactory
operating condition.
1.3.11(e) Cargo Handling Piping and Machinery (1998).
All piping, cargo hoses, emergency shut-down valves,
remote operating valves, machinery and equipment for
loading, unloading, venting, compressing, refrigerating,
liquefying, heating or otherwise handling the liquefied gas or
vapor is to be examined, as far as possible. Stopping of the
cargo pumps and compressors upon emergency shut-down of
the system is to be confirmed. See also 7-6-2/1.3.9.
1.3.11(f) Heating Coils. Heating coils and other heating
systems which are fitted and essential for the heating of the
hull structure to ensure that the temperature of the structure
does not fall below the minimum allowable value for the
material used are to be proven in satisfactory operating
condition.
1.3.11(g) Ventilating System (1998). Examination of the
ventilation system is to be made for all spaces in the cargo
area, including air locks, cargo pump rooms, cargo
compressor rooms, cargo control rooms and spaces used for
cargo handling operations. All portable ventilating equipment
required for use in the cargo area is to be examined.
Provision of spares for cargo area mechanical ventilation
fans recommended by manufacturer is to be confirmed.
1.3.11(h) Gas Burning Installations (1998). Gas burning
installations, including instrumentation and safety systems,
are to be examined and confirmed in satisfactory operating
condition.
1.3.11(i) Fire Protection and Fire Extinguishing Equipment.
The fire water main equipment, water spray equipment, dry
chemical powder fire extinguishing systems in the cargo
area, and fixed inerting and fixed smothering installations in
gas-dangerous spaces are to be examined and operationally
tested, in so far as practicable.
1.3.11(j) Electrical Equipment (1998). Electrical equipment
in gas-dangerous spaces or zones is to be examined. This
examination is to include the physical condition of electrical
cables and supports, intrinsically safe, explosion proof, or

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increased safety features of electrical equipment, functional
testing of pressurized equipment and associated alarms,
testing systems for de-energizing electrical equipment which
is not certified for use in gas-hazardous areas but which is
located in spaces protected by airlocks (e.g., electrical motor
rooms or cargo control rooms), and insulation resistance
readings of circuits. Where a proper record of testing is
maintained, consideration may be given to accepting recent
readings.
1.3.11(k) Relief Valves (1999). All relief valves in the cargo
containment and venting system are to be examined,
including protective screens and flame screens, if provided,
and seals confirmed intact. Records of opening and closing
pressures of relief valves are to be confirmed onboard.”

145 7-6-2/1.3.11 Renumber as 7-6-2/1.3.8.

145 7-6-2/1.3.11(e) Reference “7-6-2/1.3.9” to read “7-3-2/1.13.3”.
145 7-6-2/1.3.12 Renumber existing 7-6-2/1.3.9 as 7-6-2/1.3.12 and replace existing text with
the following:
“1.3.12 Chemical Carriers
1.3.12(a) Cargo Handling Piping and Machinery. All
piping, cargo hoses, emergency shutdown valves, remote
operating valves, machinery and equipment for loading,
unloading, venting, heating/cooling or otherwise handling
chemicals are to be examined. Pump pressure gauges are to
be examined. See also 7-6-2/1.3.9.
1.3.12(b) Ventilating Systems. Those systems for all spaces
in the cargo area, including air locks, cargo pump rooms,
cargo control rooms and spaces used for cargo handling
operations are to be examined. Closing devices of all air
intakes and openings into the accommodation service and
control spaces are to be examined. All portable ventilating
equipment required for use in the cargo area is to be
examined.
1.3.12(c) Cargo Tank Vent System. The venting system
including liquid-level indicators and alarms for the cargo
tanks, as required, are to be confirmed in satisfactory
operating condition. Vent line drainage arrangement is to be
examined.
1.3.12(d) Environmental Control of Vapor Space in Cargo
Tanks and Void Spaces Surrounding Such Tanks. Where a
controlled atmosphere is required, an examination of the
control provided and verification that an adequate supply of
the specified medium is onboard or can be produced
onboard, as required.
1.3.12(e) Pump and Pipeline Identification. Verification of
pipe and pump markings.

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1.3.12(f) Vapor Detection. Verify, as required, the means

provided for detection and testing for toxic and flammable
vapor concentrations including proper working conditions.
1.3.12(g) Fire Protection and Fire Extinguishing Equipment.
The fire main equipment, water spray equipment, dry
chemical powder fire extinguishing systems in the cargo
area, and fixed inerting and fixed smothering installations are
to be examined and operationally tested in so far as
practicable.”

145 7-6-2/1.3.12 Renumber as 7-6-2/1.3.9.

145 7-6-2/1.3.12(a) Reference “7-6-2/1.3.9” to read “7-3-2/1.13.3”.
146 7-6-2/1.7 Add new Paragraph 7-6-2/1.7 with relocated text from 7-3-2/1.5.2 as follows:
(New)
“1.7 Barges

1.7.1
For manned barges Annual Survey is to include the
following:
• Fire safety measures.
• Fire extinguishers.
• Power supply including emergency source of power.
• Lifesaving appliances and equipment.
• Radio communication installation.
• Windlass, anchors and chains.
• Firemains are to be pressurized to the working pressure
and surveyed over their full length, where accessible.”

146 7-6-2/1.7 Relocate text back to 7-3-2/1.5.2.

(New)
151 7-6-2/3.3.1 Relocate text of 7-3-2/5.1.11(d) to new second paragraph of 7-6-2/3.3.1 as
follows:
“3.3.1 Cargo Handling Systems
On tankers, an examination is to be made of cargo handling
systems, including cargo pumps and drives, cargo piping,
vent piping, valves and equipment. All remotely operated
valves in the cargo piping system are to be examined and
tested. For independent cargo tanks, see 7-3-2/5.1.11.
All piping, machinery, and equipment for loading, venting,
compressing, refrigerating, liquefying, heating or otherwise
handling the cargo are to be generally examined. All quick-
closing and emergency shut-off valves in the cargo piping
systems are to be examined and tested.”

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Part 7 Rules for Survey After Construction
Chapter 6 Machinery Surveys
Section 2 Survey Requirements
151 7-6-2/3.3.2 Add new Subparagraph 7-6-2/3.3.2 with relocated text from 7-3-2/5.1.11(c)
(New) as follows and renumber existing 7-6-2/3.3.2 as 7-6-2/3.3.4:
“3.3.2 Independent Cargo Tank Venting Systems and Liquid-
level Indicators
Venting systems for the cargo containment systems are to be
examined. All relief valves are to be opened, examined,
tested and readjusted, as necessary. Liquid-level indicators
are to be proven in order. Where a proper record of
continuous overhaul and retesting of individually identifiable
relief valves is maintained, consideration will be given to
acceptance on the basis of opening, internal examination and
testing of a representative sampling of valves including each
size of each type of relief valve in use, provided there is
logbook evidence that the remaining valves have been
overhauled and tested since the crediting of the previous
Special Periodical Survey. The testing and setting of relief
valves may be carried out in place or after removal.”

151 7-6-2/3.3.3 Add new Subparagraph 7-6-2/3.3.3 with relocated text from second
(New) paragraph of 7-3-2/5.13.2 or 7-3-2/5.14.2 as follows:
“3.3.3 Cargo Piping on Deck (2001)
Cargo piping on deck, including Crude Oil Washing (COW)
piping, and all piping systems within the above tanks and
spaces are to be examined and operationally tested under
working pressure to attending Surveyor’s satisfaction to
ensure that tightness and condition remain satisfactory.
Special attention is to be given to ballast piping in cargo
tanks and any cargo piping in ballast tanks and void spaces.
Surveyors are to be advised on all occasions when this
piping, including valves and fittings, is open during repair
periods and can be examined internally.”

151 7-6-2/3.3.4 Renumber existing 7-6-2/3.3.2 as 7-6-2/3.3.4 and replace existing text with
the following:
“3.3.4 Liquefied Gas Carriers
3.3.4(a) Interbarrier Space Venting System (1 July 2003).
Venting systems, relief valves or other arrangements
provided for emergency removal of gas from the interbarrier
spaces and hold spaces are to be opened, inspected, tested
and readjusted as necessary.
3.3.4(b) Cargo Tank Venting System and Liquid-level
Indicators (2001). Relief valves, liquid-level indicators and
venting systems for the primary cargo containment system
are to be examined. All relief valves are to be opened,
inspected, tested and readjusted as necessary. If the cargo
tanks are equipped with relief valves with non-metallic
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membranes are to be replaced. Liquid-level indicators and
alarms are to be proven satisfactory. Where a proper record
of continuous overhaul and retesting of individually
identifiable relief valves is maintained, consideration will be
given to acceptance on the basis of opening, internal
examination and testing of a representative sampling of
valves including each size of each type of liquefied gas or
vapor relief valve in use, provided there is logbook evidence
that the remaining valves have been overhauled and tested
since the crediting of the previous Special Periodical Survey.
The testing and setting of relief valves may be carried out in
place or after removal.
3.3.4(c) Cargo Handling and Piping Material (1 July 2003).
All piping, machinery and equipment for loading, unloading,
venting, compressing, refrigerating, liquefying, heating or
otherwise handling the liquefied gas or vapor and liquid
nitrogen, and gas burning installations is to be examined
including removal of insulation and opening for examination,
as deemed necessary. Where deemed suspect, a hydrostatic
test to 1.25 times the Maximum Allowable Relief Valve
Setting (MARVS) for the pipeline is to be carried out. After
reassembly, the complete piping is to be tested for leaks.
Where water cannot be tolerated and the piping cannot be
dried prior to putting the system into service, the Surveyor
may accept alternative testing fluids or alternative means of
testing. All emergency shut-down valves and remote
operating valves in the cargo piping systems are to be
inspected and proven operable. The pressure relief valves are
to be function-tested. A random selection of valves is to be
opened for examination and adjusted.
3.3.4(d) Electrical Bonding. Electrical bonding
arrangements, including bonding straps where fitted, of the
piping systems located within cargo tanks, ballast tanks, pipe
tunnels, cofferdams and void spaces bounding cargo tanks
are to be examined.
3.3.4(e) Drainage Arrangements (1 July 2003). Systems for
removing water or cargo from interbarrier spaces and holds
are to be examined and tested as deemed necessary.
3.3.4(f) Miscellaneous (1 July 2003). The hoses and spool
pieces used for segregation of piping systems for cargo, inert
gas and bilge are to be examined.”

151 7-6-2/3.3.5 Renumber existing 7-6-2/3.3.3 as 7-6-2/3.3.5 and replace existing text with
the following:
“3.3.5 Chemical Carriers
3.3.5(a) Chemical Carriers ESP
i) Cargo Pump Rooms. Examine for leakage and
drainage arrangements, including operational test of
the bilge system.

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ii) Cargo Transfer and Control System. Examine cargo
transfer system including operational test of remote
shut-down devices and remote operating valves, as
fitted. Verify that the cargo hoses are compatible
with the cargo carried, and suitable for the cargo
temperature and working pressures.
iii) Temperature Control. The cargo heating or cooling
systems, as required, are to be examined including
temperature indicating devices and alarm systems.
iv) Electrical Equipment. Electrical equipment in
hazardous locations, spaces or zones is to be
examined.
v) Bonding. The electrical bonding arrangements
including bonding straps, where fitted, for
independent cargo tanks and for the piping systems
located within cargo tanks, ballast tanks, pipe
tunnels, cofferdams and void spaces bounding cargo
tanks are to be examined.
3.3.5(b) Chemical Carriers ESP > 10 Years of Age (1 July
2001). Selected steel cargo pipes outside cargo tanks and
ballast pipes passing through cargo tanks are to be:
• Thickness measured at random or selected pipe lengths
to be opened for internal examination.
• Pressure tested to the maximum working pressure.
Special attention is to be given to cargo/slop discharge piping
through Ballast Tanks and Void Spaces.”

151 7-6-2/3.5 Add new Paragraph 7-6-2/3.5 with relocated text from 7-3-2/5.5.1 as follows:
(New)
“3.5 Barges

3.5.1 Pumps and Piping Arrangement (1995)

Pumps and piping arrangements, including valves, cocks,
pipes and strainers, are to be examined. The Surveyor is to be
satisfied with the operation of the bilge system, where fitted.
Other systems are to be tested as considered necessary.

3.5.2 Heat Exchangers and Unfired Pressure Vessels (1995)

Heat exchangers and other unfired pressure vessels with
design pressures over 6.9 bar (7 kgf/cm2, 100 psi) are to be
examined, opened out or thickness gauged and pressure
tested as considered necessary, and associated relief valves
proven operative. Evaporators that operate with a vacuum on
the shell need not be opened, but may be accepted on basis of
satisfactory external examination and operational test or
review of operating records.

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3.5.3 Fire Extinguishing Apparatus (1995)
An examination of the fire extinguishing apparatus required
for classification as outlined in Section 19 of the Rules for
Building and Classing Steel Barges is to be made in order
that the Surveyor may satisfy himself as to its efficient state.”

151 7-6-2/3.5 Relocate text back to 7-3-2/5.5.1.

(New)
151 7-6-2/3.7 Add new Paragraph 7-6-2/3.7 with relocated text from 7-3-2/5.15.1 as
(New) follows:

“3.7 General Dry Cargo Vessels (ESDC) (2004)

3.7.1 Overall Survey Requirements

All piping systems within the cargo holds, salt water ballast
tanks, including double bottom tanks, pipe tunnels,
cofferdams and void spaces bounding cargo holds, decks and
outer hull are to be examined and tested under working
conditions to ensure that the condition remains satisfactory.”

151 7-6-2/3.7 Renumber as 7-6-2/3.5.

(New)
Part 7 Rules for Survey After Construction
Chapter 9 Survey Requirements for Additional Systems and Services
Section 7 Vapor Emission Control Systems
185 7-9-7/1.1.4 Reference “section 2.2.5 of the Guide for Cargo Vapor Emission Control
Systems on board Tank Vessels” to read “SVR 5-1-7/21.9.4”.

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Appendix
Section 1 Guide for Underwater Inspection in lieu of Drydocking Surveys
265 7-A-1/5.4 In last sentence, insert “condition” between “physical” and “and securing
arrangements”.

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Appendix
Section 4 Guide for Hull Thickness Measurement
295 7-A-4/Table 2 Add new Note 1 to read as follows: “Maximum loss of deck or bottom area is
20 percent of Rule required area.”.

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Appendix
Section 9 Reporting Principles for ESP Vessels
367 Appendix Delete first paragraph and Subsections 1, 3 and 5. Renumber 1.0, 2.0, 3.0 and
7-A-9 4.0 as 1, 3, 5 and 7, respectively.
367 Appendix In first paragraph, “bulk carriers and oil carriers” to read “bulk carriers, oil
7-A-9 carriers and chemical carriers”.

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Appendix
Section 9 Reporting Principles for ESP Vessels
369 7-A-9/3.0 In last bullet, reference “4.2” to read “7-A-9/7” (refers to renumbered
Subsection above).

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Part 7 Rules for Survey After Construction
Appendix
Section 11 Guide for Repair and Cladding of Shafts
403 7-A-11/5.9 Revise to read as follows : “Upon the completion of the test weld and after
the required stress relief heat treatment, a test coupon 292 mm ± 6.4 mm
(111/2 ± 1/4 in.) long with the weld in the center is to be prepared. Test
specimens in 7-A-11/Figure 3 are to be machined, and tested in the presence
of a Surveyor. Test results are to be submitted to the Materials Department in
Houston.”.
410 7-A-11/Figure 3 Revise Notes as follows:
“1 Two transverse tension tests, see 2-4-3/Figure 3 of the ABS Rules for Materials
and Welding – Part 2
2 Three metallographic and hardness specimens
3 Three side bend tests, see 2-4-3/Figure 4 of the ABS Rules for Materials and
Welding – Part 2
4 Two all base metal 12.5 ± 0.25 mm (0.500 ± 0.010 in.) diameter tension
specimens (circumferential direction)
5 One all base metal 12.5 ± 0.25 mm (0.500 ± 0.010 in.) diameter tension
specimen (longitudinal direction)
6 Two all weld metal 12.5 ± 0.25 mm (0.500 ± 0.010 in.) diameter tension
specimens (circumferential direction) Tensile and yield strength are to be
compatible with the base metal.
7 Spare”

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Appendix
Section 14 Guide for Survey Based on Preventative Maintenance Techniques
420 7-A-14/11.1 Reinstate inadvertently deleted text “…analysis, shaft position indicating and
bearing temperatures are not affected and are to continue to be monitored by
the crew at least on a quarterly basis.” at and of first paragraph and “The
annual Owner’s report is to clearly indicate that this alternative is being
utilized and must include both semi-annual signatures for…” at beginning of
second paragraph.

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