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Revisions to MARPOL 73/78 Annex II and Amendments to the IBC Code,Certificates of Fitness
Applicable to:
Ship owners and operators
Effective Date:
1 January 2007
Superseded Circulars:
None mentioned
Key Changes and Requirements
1. Categorisation Changes
Noxious liquid substances (NLS) categorisation has been revised from five to four categories:
- Category X: Major hazard
- Category Y: Hazard
- Category Z: Minor hazard
- OS (Other Substances): 8 harmless products
2. Vegetable Oils and Animal Fats
These products are now Category Y and Ship Type 2, but named unmodified vegetable oils can be carried in Type 3 vessels with specific requirements.
3. Compliance Requirements
- 1. Hold IBC Code CoF or NLS Certificate under revised requirements
- 2. Have revised Procedures and Arrangements manual onboard
- 3. Compile List of Products based on revised categories and carriage requirements
- 4. Ensure timely training for ship's personnel
Important Note
All existing Certificates of Fitness and NLS Certificates will become invalid from 1 January 2007. Ship owners and operators must take appropriate measures before this date.
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