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Notification for Construction, Survey, Certification and Operation of Indian River-Sea Vessels
Applicable to:
Indian ships operating along the Indian coast and within territorial limits
Effective Date:
10th July, 2008
Superseded Circulars:
Not specified
Key Changes and Requirements
1. Exemptions and Requirements
Indian ships, excluding passenger vessels, oil tankers, and offshore support/supply vessels, are exempted from certain provisions of the M.S. Act, 1958, subject to strict compliance with Annexes I to XI of this Notification.
- Preamble and General Provisions: Annex-I
- Officers' Certificates of Competency: Annex-II
- Accommodation for Seamen: Annex-III
- Cargo Ship Safety Construction & Survey: Annex-IV
- Prevention of Collision: Annex-V
- Life Saving Appliances: Annex-VI
- Fire Fighting Appliances: Annex-VII
- Radio Communication Requirements: Annex-VIII
- Safety of Navigation: Annex-IX
- Surveys and Certifications: Annex-X
- Issue of Pollution Prevention Certificate: Annex-XI
Important Note
Non-compliance may result in penalties under the M.S. Act, 1958. Always ensure strict adherence to the requirements detailed in the Annexes.
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