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Amendments to Chanter II-2 of the International Convention for the Safety of Life at Sea, 1974, as by the protocol of 1988 relating thereto and its applicability on Fire Safety Systems
Applicable to:
All Indian and foreign vessels
Effective Date:
3rd January, 2024
Superseded Circulars:
Engineering Circular No. 06 of 2013, Corrigendum to Engineering Circular No.6 of 2013
Key Changes and Requirements
1. Amendments to SOLAS and FSS Code — MSC Resolutions
The International Maritime Organization (IMO) has adopted several amendments to SOLAS and the Fire Safety Systems (FSS) Code. These amendments are now in effect and applicable to Indian vessels.
- Details: Annex-1 of this order lists the amendments, their effective dates, and the chapters they affect.
2. Compliance Obligations
All stakeholders are required to comply with the provisions of the International Convention for the Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS) and the mandatory codes to give full effect to the convention.
- Action: Review and implement the changes as per the attached Annex-1.
IMO Website Details of MSC Resolutions
Important Note
Non-compliance may result in penalties as per the Merchant Shipping Act, 1958.
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