Clarification on applicability of Domestic Document of Compliance (DDOC) for River Sea Vessels and compliance verification

1. Applicability of DSM Code and DDOC

The Domestic Safety Management Code (DSM Code) applies to vessels above 500 GT plying exclusively under River Sea Vessel Rules.

• RSV Type 1 & 2: No separate DDOC required. Develop a safety policy and daily reporting checklist.
• RSV Type 3 & 4: DDOC required. First assessment during the first annual survey after DDOC issuance.

2. Compliance Verification

Compliance for RSV Type 1 & 2 will be assessed annually during the annual survey, recorded in the River Sea Vessel Safety Certificate.

For RSV Type 3 & 4, the Company's safety management systems and related documentation will be assessed in line with Clause 4.7.3 of the DSM Code.