4th Revised Version of

Explanatory Notes to Record of Approved Ship Safety Equipment (F410)

Section 2.1 Shipborne Navigational Equipment

Adressed to surveyors performing the “ Safety Equipment” -Survey to offer some further guidance and
background information, in addition to those given in the Instructions to Surveyors Part I Chapter 2 & 3:

• Section 2 A 3 CARGO SHIP SAFETY EQUIPMENT SURVEYS

• Section 2 A 6 PASSENGER SHIP SAFETY SURVEYS

General remark:

On the 1st July 2002 the “ 2000 Amendments to SOLAS 74” entered into force.
Chapter V “ Safety of Navigation” has been revised, numbering of regulations completely re-arranged.
In addition new requirements have been established and existing ones modified, this will affect the
shipborne navigational equipment of new and existing ships as follows:

- New ships, constructed on or after 1st July 2002:

• Carriage requirements for “ Shipborne Navigational Equipment” are specified in 2000 SOLAS Amendments
new Chapter V Regulation 19 and 20.

- Existing ships, with keel laying date before 1st July 2002:

• In general may continue to be fitted with equipment which fulfills the requirements prescribed in regulation
V/11, V/12 and V/20 of SOLAS 1974 in force prior to 1st July 2002
• however in addition the following equipment has to be installed:
o automatic position indicator (e.g. GPS) not later than the first survey on or after 1 st July 2002
(2000 SOLAS Amendments Chapter V Regulation 19.2.6)
o automatic identification system (AIS) will be mandatory for certain ships
between 1st July 2002 and 1st July 2008
(2000 SOLAS Amendments Chapter V Regulation 19.2.4.2 & 19.2.4.3)
o voyage data recorder (VDR) will be mandatory for certain ships
between 1st July 2002 and 1st January 2004
(2000 SOLAS Amendments Chapter V Regulation 20)

- Electronic chart display and information system (ECDIS), with adequate back -up arrangements, may be
accepted as complying with the up-to-date charts, (2000 SOLAS Amendments Chapter V Regulation 19.2.1.4).

- Navigational systems and equipment installed on or after 1 st July 2002 have to comply with the relevant IMO
Performance Standards, which are listed in the “ footnote” of 2000 SOLAS Amendments Chapter V Reg.18.

- For all navigational systems and equipment installed on ships of EC states, Iceland or Norway “ MED-Approval”
of a Notified Body (wheelmarking) is required, if Directive 96/98/EC (MED) Annex A.1/4 “ Navigational
Equipment” applies.

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 Record of Approved Ship Safety Equipment (F410) Section 2.1 “ Shipborne Navigational Equipment” :
For easier handling the item-numbering has been revised, now the second part of the Item-No. used in the F410 is identical
with the Item-No. of the relevant “Equipment Record for the Safety Equipment Certificate” (Form E, C + P).
E.g.: F410 Item-No. 2.1.1.1 “Standard Magnetic Compass” refers to Item-No. 1.1 “Standard Magnetic Compass” of Form E, C and P.

2.1.1.1 Standard magnetic compass Directive 96/98/EC (MED) Annex A.1/4.1

Properly adjusted standard magnetic compass, or other means, independent of any power supply, to determine the ship’s heading and
display the reading at the main steering position.

Keel laid: SOLAS: type of ship: size of ship: trade area: to be fitted not later than:
before 1st July 2002 1974 V/12(b)(i) all ships >= 150 GT all voyages (already required / fitted)
on or after 1st July 02 2000A V/19.2.1.1 all new ships irrespective all voyages date of delivery

Survey acc. to Res.A.948(23)*:

- Checking that the magnetic compass is in working order
- Examining the siting, movement, illumination and a pelorus or compass bearing device
- Checking that the minimum safe distances from the standard magnetic compasses for all electrical equipment are complied with
- Confirming that a table or curve of residual deviations for the magnetic compass is displayed.

Remarks:
(1) When the heading information provided by the standard magnetic compass is not readable by the helmsman at the main steering
position, then e.g. a separate “steering magnetic compass” should be provided at the main steering position.
(2) Means of communication between standard magnetic compass position and normal navigational control position has been required for
vessels with keel laying date before 1st July 2002 according to SOLAS Ch.V/Reg.12(b)(i)(3) e.g. voice tube.
In the 2000 SOLAS Amendments such kind of equipment is no longer mentioned.

2.1.1.2 Spare magnetic compass Directive 96/98/EC (MED) Annex A.1 = a.m. above

For ships with a keel laying date before 1st July 2002: A spare magnetic compass, interchangeable with the standard magnetic compass,
shall be carried, if a steering compass or a gyro compass is not fitted.
For ships with a keel laying date on or after 1st July 2002 a spare magnetic compass for replacement shall be provided or a duplicate
equipment to perform the function of a standard compass to be fitted. A “second” gyro compass can be accepted as duplicate equipment, if
independence of the main power supply is safeguarded (emergency power source).

Keel laid: SOLAS: Type of ship: size of ship: trade area: to be fitted not later than:
before 1st July 2002 1974 V/12(b)(iii) all ships >= 150 GT all voyages (already required / fitted)
on or after 1st July 02 2000A V/19.2.2.1 new passenger irrespective all voyages date of delivery
on or after 1st July 02 2000A V/19.2.2.1 all new ships >= 150 GT all voyages date of delivery

2.1.1.3 Gyro compass Directive 96/98/EC (MED) Annex A.1/4.3

Gyro compass or other means, to determine and display their heading by shipborne non-magnetic means and to transmit heading
information for input to radar, AIS and automatic tracking aid.

Keel laid: SOLAS: type of ship: size of ship: trade area: to be fitted not later than:
before 1st Sept. 1984 1974 V/12(e) all ships >= 1,600 GT all voyages (already required / fitted)
on or after 1st Sept. 84 1974 V/12(d) all ships >= 500 GT all voyages (already required / fitted)
on or after 1st July 02 2000A V/19.2.5.1 all new ships >= 500 GT all voyages date of delivery

Survey acc. to Res.A.948(23)*:

- Checking that the gyro compass is in working order
- Examining the alignment of the master and all repeaters. (The maximum divergence in reading between master compass and
repeaters under all operational conditions should not exceed +/- 0.5°.)

*) Res.A.948(23) = “Revised Survey Guidelines under the Harmonized System of Survey and Certification”, adopted on the 5 December 2003

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 2.1.1.4 Gyro-compass heading repeater (at emergency steering positions) Directive 96/98/EC (MED) Annex A.1 = N.A.

A gyro compass heading repeater, or other means, to supply heading information visually at the emergency steering position, if provided.

Keel laid: SOLAS: type of ship: size of ship: trade area: to be fitted not later than:
on or after 1st Feb. 92 1974 V/12(f) all ships >= 500 GT all voyages (already required / fitted)
on or after 1st July 02 2000A V/19.2.5.2 all new ships >= 500 GT all voyages date of delivery

Remarks:
(1) For new ships IACS Recommendation No.16 should be observed:
- Gyro-compass repeater shall be positioned to be easily readable when reading the rudder angle on the stock from emergency
steering positions.
- A gyro repeater with digital readout may be preferable for this purpose.

(2) In general additional gyro compass heading repeaters, e.g. at main steering position or at bridge wings (docking workstation), are
provided, however they are not explicit required by SOLAS Reg.V/19.
(3) The indicated heading information of each installed heading repeater shall comply with the heading information provided by master gyro
compass (+/- 0.5°).

2.1.1.5 Gyro-compass bearing repeater Directive 96/98/EC (MED) Annex A.1 = N.A.

A gyro compass bearing repeater, or other means, placed for taking bearings as nearly as practicable over an arc of the horizon of 360°,
using the gyro compass (or other means, to determine and display heading by shipborne non-magnetic means, compare 2.1.1.3).

Keel laid: SOLAS: type of ship: size of ship: trade area: to be fitted not later than:
before 1st Sept. 1984 1974 V/12(e) all ships >= 1,600 GT international (already required / fitted)
on or after 1st Sept. 84 1974 V/12(d)(ii) all ships >= 1,600GT all voyages (already required / fitted)
on or after 1st July 02 2000A V/19.2.5.3 all new ships >= 500 GT all voyages date of delivery

Remarks:
(1) Most practicable solution: One gyro compass bearing repeater fitted at each bridge wing.
(2) The indicated heading information of each bearing repeater shall comply with the heading information provided by master gyro (+/- 0.5°)

2.1.1.6 Heading control system (HCS) (formerly auto-pilot) Directive 96/98/EC (MED) Annex A.1/4.16
or
2.1.1.6 Track control system Directive 96/98/EC (MED) Annex A.1/4.33

or other means, to automatically control and keep to a heading and/or straight track.

Keel laid: SOLAS: type of ship: size of ship: trade area: to be fitted not later than:
before 1st July 2002 --- --- --- --- (not explicit required by SOLAS)
on or after 1st July 02 2000A V/19.2.8.2 all new ships >= 10,000 GT all voyages date of delivery

2.1.1.7 Pelorus or compass bearing device Directive 96/98/EC (MED) Annex A.1 = N.A.

A pelorus or compass bearing device, or other means, independent of any power supply, to take bearings over an arc of the horizon of
360°, e.g. azimuth ring, bearing sight or diopter for magnetic compass or gyro-compass bearing repeater.

Keel laid: SOLAS: type of ship: size of ship: trade area: to be fitted not later than:
before 1st July 2002 1974 V/12(c) all ships < 150 GT all voyages (to be decided by flag state)
before 1st July 2002 1974 V/12(b)(i)(4) all ships >= 150 GT all voyages (already required / fitted)
on or after 1st July 02 2000A V/19.2.1.2 all new ships irrespective all voyages date of delivery

*) Res.A.948(23) = “Revised Survey Guidelines under the Harmonized System of Survey and Certification”, adopted on the 5 December 2003

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2.1.1.8 Means of correcting heading and bearings Directive 96/98/EC (MED) Annex A.1 = N.A.
Means of correcting heading and bearing to true at all times.

Keel laid: SOLAS: type of ship: size of ship: trade area: to be fitted not later than:
before 1st July 2002 1974 V/12(b)(ii) all ships >= 150 GT all voyages (already required / fitted)
on or after 1st July 02 2000A V/19.2.1.3 all new ships irrespective all voyages date of delivery
Remark:
(1) Each magnetic compass shall be properly adjusted and table or curve of residual deviations available. A compass deviation book
should be provided and properly maintained.
(2) Gyro compass: Means should be provided for correcting the errors induced by speed and latitude.

2.1.1.9 Transmitting heading device (THD) Directive 96/98/EC (MED) (not yet Annex A.1)
(presently Annex A.2/4.3)
A properly adjusted transmitting heading device or other means to transmit heading information for input to radar, plotting aids and AIS.
Keel laid: SOLAS: type of ship: size of ship: trade area: to be fitted not later than:
before 1st July 2002 --- --- --- --- (not explicit required by SOLAS)
on or after 1st July 02 2000A V/19.2.3.5 new passenger irrespective all voyages date of delivery, if gyro compass not fitted
on or after 1st July 02 2000A V/19.2.3.5 all new ships >= 300 GT all voyages date of delivery, if gyro compass not fitted
and < 500 GT
Remark:
(1) A transmitting heading device (THD) is an electronic device that provides information about ship’s true heading; if a gyro compass is
not provided it could be a device based on geo-magnetic or GNSS principles.
(2) MSC.116(73): “In accordance with the revised chapter V of the SOLAS Convention ships of 300 GT and upwards and less than
500 GT, which do not carry a gyro compass, are required to carry a THD, or other means to transmit heading information”.
(3) A separate THD is not required, if a gyro-compass is fitted, because the complete equipment includes both the gyro-compass as
heading sensor and the associated heading transmission system.
(4) Please note that “Transmitting magnetic heading device” (previously electro-magnetic compass) requires also MED-Approval
according to Directive 96/98/EC (MED) Annex A.1/4.2, if installed on ships of EC states, Iceland or Norway.

Survey acc. to Res.A.948(23)*:

Checking that the transmitting heading device providing heading information to radar, plotting aids and automatic identification system
equipment and voyage data recorder.

2.1.2.1 Nautical charts / Electronic chart display and information system (ECDIS)
Nautical charts to plan and display the ship’s route for the intended voyage and to plot and monitor positions throughout the voyage.
An electronic chart display and information system (ECDIS) may be accepted as meeting the chart carriage requirements.

• Nautical charts (paper version)

Keel laid: SOLAS: type of ship: size of ship: trade area: to be fitted not later than:
before 1st July 2002 1974 V/20 all ships irrespective all voyages (already required / fitted)
on or after 1st July 02 2000A V/19.2.1.4 all new ships irrespective all voyages date of delivery
+ 2000A V/27
Survey acc. to Res.A.948(23)*: Checking that charts necessary for the intended voyage are available and have been updated, and, where
electronic systems are used, the electronic charts have been updated and the required back-up system is provided and updated.

• ECDIS Directive 96/98/EC (MED) Annex A.1/4.30

Electronic chart display and information system (ECDIS) means a navigation information system which, with adequate back-up
arrangements, can be accepted as complying with the up-to-date chart required by 2000 SOLAS Amendments Reg. V/27, by displaying
selected information from a system electronic navigational chart with positional information from navigation sensors to assist the mariner in
route planning and route monitoring, and by displaying additional navigation-related information if required.
ECDIS must be type approved by a recognised authority, certifying compliance with the IMO ECDIS Performance Standards.
Keel laid: SOLAS: type of ship: size of ship: trade area: to be fitted not later than:
irrespective 2000A V/19.2.1.4 all ships irrespective all voyages not required, but may be accepted
Remarks: (see next page)

*) Res.A.948(23) = “Revised Survey Guidelines under the Harmonized System of Survey and Certification”, adopted on the 5 December 2003

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Remarks: (continuation)

The ECDIS (Hardware) is capable of operating in the ECDIS-Mode and in the RCDS-Mode.
(1) ECDIS-Mode can only be used if Electronic Navigational Charts (ENC) are available (“Electronic Vector Charts”).
ECDIS can only be a substitute for paper charts, if the ECDIS-Mode will be used and if a back-up-arrangement is provided.
At the time being a coverage with the required ENC data is limited to some coastal areas only.
(2) Raster Chart Diplay System (RCDS) – Mode can be used with Raster Navigational Charts (RNC) when ENC data are not available,
however the RCDS-Mode does not have the full functionality of ECDIS, and is permitted to be used only together with an appropriate
portfolio of up-to-date paper charts.
(For further details refer to SN/Circ.207: Differences between RCDS and ECDIS)
Survey acc. to Res.A.948(23)*: Checking that electronioc charts necessary for the intended voyage are available and have been updated.

2.1.2.2 Back-up arrangements for ECDIS

As a back-up arrangement for ECDIS an appropriate folio of paper nautical charts or second independent ECDIS may be used.

Keel laid: SOLAS: type of ship: size of ship: trade area: to be fitted not later than:
irrespective 2000A V/19.2.1.5 all ships irrespective all voyages when ECDIS will be used

2.1.2.3 Nautical publications

Nautical publications to plan the ship’s route for the intended voyage, including: sailing directions, list of lights, tide tables, notice to
mariners.
Keel laid: SOLAS: type of ship: size of ship: trade area: to be fitted not later than:
before 1st July 2002 1974 V/20 all ships irrespective all voyages (already required / fitted)
on or after 1st July 02 2000A V/19.2.1.4 all new ships irrespective all voyages date of delivery
+ 2000A V/27

Survey acc. to Res.A.948(23)*: Checking that nautical publications necessary for the intended voyage are available and updated.

2.1.2.4 Back-up arrangements for electronic nautical publications

Compulsory only if nautical publications are partly or fully fulfilled by electronic means.
Keel laid: SOLAS: type of ship: size of ship: trade area: to be fitted not later than:
Irrespective 2000A V/19.2.1.5 all ships irrespective all voyages when electronic nautical publications
will be used

2.1.3.1 Receiver for a global navigation satellite system / terrestrial radionavigation system
Position indicator, a receiver suitable to establish and update the ship’s position by automatic means.
Keel laid: SOLAS: type of ship: size of ship: trade area: to be fitted not later than:
before 1st July 2002 2000A V/19.2.1.6 all ships irrespective all voyages date of first safequ survey
on or after 1st July 02 2000A V/19.2.1.6 all new ships irrespective all voyages date of delivery
Global navigation satellite systems, e.g.:
• GPS or DGPS receiver Directive 96/98/EC (MED) Annex A.1/4.14
Global Positioning System operated for the Government of the United States by the United States Air Force.
• GLONASS receiver Directive 96/98/EC (MED) Annex A.1/4.15
Global Navigation Satellite System managed by the Government of the Russian Federation by the Russian Space Agency.
• Combined GPS / GLONASS equiment Directive 96/98/EC (MED) (not yet Annex A.1)
(presently Annex A.2/4.11)
• Combined DGPS / DGLONASS equiment Directive 96/98/EC (MED) (not yet Annex A.1)
(presently Annex A.2/4.12)

*) Res.A.948(23) = “Revised Survey Guidelines under the Harmonized System of Survey and Certification”, adopted on the 5 December 2003

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 Terrestrial radionavigation systems, e.g.:
• LORAN-C receiver Directive 96/98/EC (MED) Annex A.1/4.11
LORAN-C network controlled by the United States is still in operation
• CHAYKA receiver Directive 96/98/EC (MED) Annex A.1/4.12
CHAYKA network controlled by the Russian Federation will not be considered for phasing out until at least the year 2010
Remark: Civil-controlled LORAN-C and LORAN-C/CHAYKA networks are in operation in the Far East, North-West Europe and other
parts of the world, with plans for extension in some other areas.
DECCA is phased out in many countries and OMEGA was phased out in 1997.

2.1.3.2 First 9 GHz radar (3cm or X-Band)

- Radar equipment with Automatic Radar Plotting Aid (ARPA) Directive 96/98/EC (MED) Annex A.1/4.34
- Radar equipment with Automatic Tracking Aid (ATA) Directive 96/98/EC (MED) Annex A.1/4.35
- Radar equipment with Electronic Plotting Aid (EPA) Directive 96/98/EC (MED) Annex A.1/4.36

A 9 GHz radar, or other means to determine and display the range and bearing of radar transponders and of other surface craft,
obstructions, buoys, shorelines and navigational marks to assist in navigation and in collision avoidance.

Keel laid: SOLAS: type of ship: size of ship: trade area: to be fitted not later than:
before 1st Sep. 1984 1974 V/12(g) all ships >= 1,600 GT all voyages (already required / fitted)
on or after 1st Sep. 84 1974 V/12(g) all ships >= 500 GT all voyages (already required / fitted)
before 1st July 2002 1974 V/12(g) passenger irrespective international (already required / fitted)
before 1st July 2002 1974 V/12(g) all cargo ships >= 300 GT international (already required / fitted)
on or after 1st July 02 2000A V/19.2.3.2 new passenger irrespective all voyages date of delivery
on or after 1st July 02 2000A V/19.2.3.2 all new ships irrespective all voyages date of delivery
Survey acc. to Res.A.948(23)*:
- Checking that the radar installations are in working order
- Examining the waveguide and cable runs for routeing and protection and the display unit, confirming lighting, plotting facilities, correct
operation of all controls, functions and the true-motion facility, if provided.
- Confirming that a diagram of the radar installation’s shadow sectors is displayed.

2.1.3.3 Second radar Directive 96/98/EC (MED) = a.m. above

A 3 GHz radar (10 cm or S-Band) or, where considered appropriate by the Administration, a second 9 GHz (3cm or X-Band) radar.

Keel laid: SOLAS: type of ship: size of ship: trade area: to be fitted not later than:
before 1st July 2002 1974 V/12(h) all ships >= 10,000 GT all voyages (already required / fitted)
on or after 1st July 02 2000A V/19.2.7.1 all new ships >= 3,000 GT all voyages date of delivery

2.1.3.4 Automatic radar plotting aid (ARPA) Directive 96/98/EC (MED) Annex A.1/4.5
Automatic radar plotting aid to plot automatically the range and bearing of at least 20 other targets, to determine collision risks and
simulate a trial manoeuvre. Therefore ARPA has to be connected to a speed measuring device, capable of providing the ship’s speed over
the ground and ship’s speed through the water in the fore and aft direction.
Keel laid: SOLAS: type of ship: size of ship: trade area: to be fitted not later than:
before 1st Sep.1984 1974 V/12(j)(2)(bb) tankers >= 10,000 GT all voyages (already required / fitted)
before 1st Sep.1984 1974 V/12(j)(3)(cc) all ships >= 15,000 GT all voyages (already required / fitted)
on or after 1st Sep. 84 1974 V/12(j)(1) all ships >= 10,000 GT all voyages (already required / fitted)
on or after 1st July 02 2000A V/19.2.8.1 all new ships >= 10,000 GT all voyages date of delivery
Remarks: (see next page)

*) Res.A.948(23) = “Revised Survey Guidelines under the Harmonized System of Survey and Certification”, adopted on the 5 December 2003

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 Remarks: (continuation)
(1) ARPA includes all functions of an automatic tracking aid and/or electronic plotting aid.
(2) Acquisition: Target acquisition may be manual or automatic for relative speeds up to 100 knots.
(3) Tracking: The ARPA should be able automatically to track, process, simultaneously display and continuosly update the information
on at least 20 targets, whether automatically or manually acquired.
(4) Trial manoeuvre: ARPA should be capable of simulating the effect on all tracked targets of an own-ship manoeuvre with or without
time delay before manoeuvre (without interrupting the updating of target tracking and display of actual target alphanumeric data.
(5) Display: Ships of 10,000 GT and more should be fitted with ARPAs with a minimum effective diameter of 340 mm.
(6) The ground stabilised input may be provided from the log, from an electronic position-fixing system or from tracked stationary targets.
(7) For radar equipment installed on or after 1st January 1999 it has to be observed that acc. to Res.A.477(XII) as amended by Res.
MSC.64(67), Annex 4, Sec. 7.3: the second radar should be fitted with at least an “Automatic Tracking Aid (ATA)”, if a second ARPA
is not provided.
Survey acc. to Res.A.948(23)*:
- Checking that the automatic radar plotting aid is in working order
- Examining the performance by using the appropriate test facilities.

2.1.3.5 Automatic tracking aid (ATA) Directive 96/98/EC (MED) Annex A.1/4.25
An automatic tracking aid, or other means, to plot automatically range and bearing of other targets to determine collision risk.
Therefore ATA shall be connected to a speed measuring device, capable of providing the ship’s speed through the water in the fore and aft
direction.
Keel laid: SOLAS: type of ship: size of ship: trade area: to be fitted not later than:
before 1st July 2002 --- --- --- --- (not required by SOLAS)
on or after 1st July 02 2000A V/19.2.5.5 all new ships >= 500 GT all voyages date of delivery
Remarks:
(1) ATA includes all functions of an electronic plotting aid. (ATA is replacing the requirement for an EPA)
(2) Acquisition: Manual target acquisition and cancellation for relative speeds up to 100 knots.
(3) Tracking: The ATA should be able automatically to track, process, simultaneously display and continuosly update the information on
at least 10 targets.
(4) Display: Course and speed information for acquired targets should be displayed in a vector or graphic form which clearly indicates
the target’s predicted motion (Selection of true and relative data should be provided).

2.1.3.6 Second automatic tracking aid (ATA) Directive 96/98/EC (MED) = a.m. above
Second automatic tracking aid, or other means, to plot automatically range and bearing of other targets to determine collision risk, which
are functionally independent of the other tracking aid.
Keel laid: SOLAS: type of ship: size of ship: trade area: to be fitted not later than:
before 1st July 2002 Res.A.447(XII) 7.3 all ships >= 10,000 GT all voyages only required if ARPA radar equipment
installed on or after 1st January 1999
on or after 1st July 02 2000A V/19.2.7.2 all new ships >= 3,000 GT all voyages date of delivery
Remark:
For radar equipment installed on or after 1st January 1999 it has to be observed that acc. to Res.A.477(XII) as amended by resolution
MSC.64(67), Annex 4, Sec. 7.3: the second radar should be fitted with at least an “ATA”, if a “second ARPA” is not provided..

2.1.3.7 Electronic plotting aid (EPA) Directive 96/98/EC (MED) Annex A.1/4.27
An electronic plotting aid, or other means, to plot electronically the range and bearing of targets to determine collision risk. Therefore
manual plotting equipment is no longer acceptable except for existing vessels still comply with SOLAS 74
Keel laid: SOLAS: type of ship: size of ship: trade area: to be fitted not later than:
before 1st July 2002 --- --- --- --- (not required by SOLAS)
on or after 1st July 02 2000A V/19.2.3.3 new passenger < 500 GT all voyages date of delivery
on or after 1st July 02 2000A V/19.2.3.3 all new ships >= 300 GT all voyages date of delivery
and < 500 GT
Remarks:
(1) EPA for manual direct plotting is intended for small ships fitted with either a gyro compass or transmitting magnetic heading device.
(2) The electronic plotting aid should provide a means to plot on a radar display a minimum of 10 targets with a relative speed up to 75
knots. After the second plot, a vector should be displayed on the target. (Selection of true or relative vector should be possible).
(3) Automatic tracking is not provided. Therefore should be an indication of any plot that is not updated for 10 min. The plot should be
dropped if the time between consecutive plots exceeds 15 min.

*) Res.A.948(23) = “Revised Survey Guidelines under the Harmonized System of Survey and Certification”, adopted on the 5 December 2003

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 2.1.4 Automatic identification system (AIS) Directive 96/98/EC (MED) Annex A.1/4.32

AIS shall provide automatically to appropriately equipped shore stations, other ships and aircraft information, including the ship’s identity,
type, position, course, speed, navigational status and other safety-related information; receive automatically such information from similarly
fitted ships; monitor and track ships; and exchange data with shore-based facilities.

Keel laid: SOLAS: type of ship: size of ship: trade area: to be fitted not later than:
before 1st July 2002 2000A V/19.2.4.2.1 passenger irrespective international 1st July 2003
before 1st July 2002 2000A V/19.2.4.2.2 tanker irrespective international first survey date on or after 1st July 03
before 1st July 2002 2000A V/19.2.4.2.3 all ships >= 50,000 GT international 1st July 2004
before 1st July 2002 2000A V/19.2.4.2.4 all ships >= 10,000 GT international 1st July 2005
before 1st July 2002 2000A V/19.2.4.2.5 all ships >= 3,000 GT international 1st July 2006
before 1st July 2002 2000A V/19.2.4.2.6 all ships >= 300 GT international 1st July 2007
before 1st July 2002 2000A V/19.2.4.2.4 all ships >= 300 GT international first survey on or after 1st July 04 or by
(revised) 31st Dec. 04 which ever occurs earlier
before 1st July 2002 2000A V/19.2.4.3 all ships irrespective domestic 1st July 2008
on or after 1st July 02 2000A V/19.2.4.1 new passenger irrespective all voyages date of delivery
on or after 1st July 02 2000A V/19.2.4.1 all new ships >= 300 GT international date of delivery
on or after 1st July 02 2000A V/19.2.4.1 all new ships >= 500 GT domestic date of delivery

Remark:
(1) The Administration may exempt ships from the AIS carriage requirements when such ships will be taken permanently out of service
within two years after the implementation date specified in a.m. timetable.
(2) A “tanker” as defined in SOLAS Reg.I/2 is a cargo ship constructed or adapted for the carriage in bulk of liquid cargoes of an
inflammable nature (Oil tanker, chemical tanker, gas carrier). GL regards SOLAS V/19.2.4.2.2 as applicable for all cargo vessels
constructed or equipped for the transportation of oil, chemicals or liquefied gases having a flashpoint ≤ 60°C; other liquids with a
flashpoint ≥ 60°C, vegetable oils or non-flammable cargoes should not be included.
(3) For compliance with Panama Canal- and St. Lawrence Seaway Regulations vessels fitted with AIS shall have in addition an “AIS-Pilot-
Plug” close to pilots conning position. An AIS Pilot Plug allows the pilot to use the AIS infrastructure to send and receive AIS mes-
sages and present other AIS targets on his screen (notebook).
(4) EU Directive 2002/59/EC (see next page)

Survey acc. to Res.A.948(23)*:

- Checking that the automatic identification system is in working order

Additional remark concerning EU-Directive:

"Establishing a Community vessel traffic monitoring and information system".
On the 05.August 2002 the Directive 2002/59/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council of the European Union entered into force.
- In future: Ships calling at a port of a Member State of the Community shall be fitted with AIS**.
- Member States shall adopt the laws, regulations and administrative provisions necessary to comply with
this Directive by the 05.February 2004.
- As soon as a Member State has adopted the a.m. laws, regulations and administrative provisions
Annex II/I will apply and ships calling at a port of these Member State shall be fitted with AIS as follows*: (see next page)
Passenger ships irrespective of size and all ships of 300 gross tons or more shall be fitted with AIS according to a timetable, which is
regarding categories and size of ships equal to the above mentioned timetable referring to SOLAS 2000 Amendments Chapter V Reg.19"
Member States may exempt passenger ships below 300 gross tons engaged in domestic trade from the application of the requirements
concerning AIS.
**This Directive shall apply to any sea-going vessel or craft, regardless of their flag and irrespective of the trading area.
However this Directive shall not apply to fishing vessels, traditional ships and recreational crafts with a length of less than 45 metres, and
warships or governmental vessels.

*) Res.A.948(23) = “Revised Survey Guidelines under the Harmonized System of Survey and Certification”, adopted on the 5 December 2003

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 2.1.5 Voyage data recorder (VDR) Directive 96/98/EC (MED) Annex A.1/4.29
Voyage data recorder to assist in casualty investigations.
The purpose of a VDR is to maintain a store, in a secure and retrievable form, of information concerning the position, movement, physical
status, command and control of a vessel over the period leading up to and following an incident having an impact thereon.

Keel laid: SOLAS: type of ship: size of ship: trade area: to be fitted not later than:
before 1st July 2002 2000A V/20.1.2 ro-ro-passenger irrespective international first survey date on or after 1st July 02
before 1st July 2002 2000A V/20.1.3 passenger irrespective international 1st January 2004
on or after 1st July 02 2000A V/20.1.1 new passenger irrespective international date of delivery
on or after 1st July 02 2000A V/20.1.4 all new ships >= 3,000 GT international date of delivery
Remark:
(1) The Administration may exempt existing passenger ships, other than ro-ro passenger, constructed before 1st July 2002 from being
fitted with a VDR where it can be demonstrated that interfacing a VDR with the existing equipment on the ship is unreasonable and
impracticable.
(2) The survey of a VDR system requires attendance from the manufacturer and use of special replay equipment. Acc. to SOLAS
Reg.V/18 the VDR shall be subject to an annual performance test. (For further details please refer to GL Circular 45a/02.)
Survey acc. to Res.A.948(23)*:
- Checking for the provision and operation of the voyage data recorder
- Checking record of the voyage data recorder annual performance test

Additional remarks concerning EU-Directives :

"Ro-Ro passenger ferries" and "High speed passenger crafts" operating in EC waters (regardless of their flag) have been adressed by the
European Community Directive 1999/35/EC to install a V.D.R. until 01.February 2003 !

"Establishing a Community vessel traffic monitoring and information system".

On the 05.August 2002 the Directive 2002/59/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council of the European Union entered into force.
- In future: All ships calling at a port of a Member State of the Community shall be fitted with VDR*.
- Member States shall adopt the laws, regulations and administrative provisions necessary to comply with
this Directive by the 05.February 2004.
- As soon as a Member State has adopted the a.m. laws, regulations and administrative provisions
Annex II/II will apply and ships calling at a port of these Member State shall be fitted with VDR as follows*:
- new passenger ships built on or after 1st July 2002, not later than 5th August 2002
- new ships, other than passenger ships, of 3000 gross tons or more, built on or after 1st July 2002, not later than 5th August 2002
- existing ro-ro passenger ships built before 1st July 2002, not later than the first survey on or after 1st July 2002
- existing passenger ships, other than ro-ro-passenger ships, built before 1st July 2002, not later than 1st January 2004
- existing cargo ships, built before 1st July 2002, of 20000 gross tons or more, not later than the date fixed by the IMO, or in the absence of a
decision, not later than 1st January 2007
- existing cargo ships, built before 1st July 2002, of 3000 gross tons or more, not later than the date fixed by the IMO, or in the absence of a
decision, not later than 1st January 2008
Member States may exempt passenger ships engaged only in domestic voyages from the application of the requirements concerning VDR,
provided they are at no time more than 20 miles from the line of coast !
*This Directive shall apply to any sea-going vessel or craft, regardless of their flag and irrespective of the trading area. However this Directive
shall not apply to fishing vessels, traditional ships and recreational crafts with a length of less than 45 metres, and warships or governmental
vessels.

2.1.6.1 Speed and distance measuring device (through the water) Directive 96/98/EC (MED) Annex A.1/4.7
Speed and distance measuring equipment (SDME), or other means, to indicate speed and distance through the water.
Keel laid: SOLAS: type of ship: size of ship: trade area: to be fitted not later than:
on or after 1st Sep. 84 1974 V/12(l) all ships >= 500 GT all voyages (already required, if ARPA provided)
on or after 1st July 02 2000A V/19.2.3.4 new passenger irrespective all voyages date of delivery
on or after 1st July 02 2000A V/19.2.3.4 all new ships >= 300 GT all voyages date of delivery
Remarks:
(1) Speed and distance measuring device (through the water) is required if ARPA is fitted
(2) Acceptable are e.g.: Doppler speed log, bottom log or pitometer log.
(GNSS receivers such as GPS are not acceptable, because they can’t determine speed through the water)
Survey acc. to Res.A.948(23)*: Checking that the speed and distance indicator is in working order.

*) Res.A.948(23) = “Revised Survey Guidelines under the Harmonized System of Survey and Certification”, adopted on the 5 December 2003

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 2.1.6.2 Speed and distance measuring device (over the ground in the forward and athwartship direction)
Directive 96/98/EC (MED) Annex A.1/4.7
Speed and distance measuring equipment (SDME), or other means, to indicate speed and distance over the ground in the forward and
athwartships direction.
Keel laid: SOLAS: type of ship: size of ship: trade area: to be fitted not later than:
before 1st July 2002 --- --- --- --- (not required by SOLAS)
on or after 1st July 02 2000A V/19.2.9.2 all new ships >= 50,000 GT all voyages date of delivery
Remark: e.g.: Doppler speed log system (however an electronic position-fixing system, such as GPS is therefore not acceptable)
Survey acc. to Res.A.948(23)*: Checking that the speed and distance indicator is in working order.

2.1.7 Echo sounding device Directive 96/98/EC (MED) Annex A.1/4.6

An echo sounding device, or other electronic means, to measure and display the available depth of water.
Keel laid: SOLAS: type of ship: size of ship: trade area: to be fitted not later than:
before 25th May 1980 1974 V/12(k) all ships >= 1,600 GT international (already required / fitted)
on or after 25th May 80 1974 V/12(k) all ships >= 500 GT international (already required / fitted)
on or after 1st July 02 2000A V/19.2.3.1 new passenger irrespective all voyages date of delivery
on or after 1st July 02 2000A V/19.2.3.1 all new ships >= 300 GT all voyages date of delivery
Remark: Acc. to the Performance Standards of IMO Res.A.224(VII) as amended by Res. MSC.74(69), adopted May, 1998: The primary
presentation should be a suitable display which provides the immediate depth and a visible record of at least 15 min of soundings;
For data storage it should be possible to record on paper recording or other means the information about the depth and the associated
time for 12 h, that means an external printer in not required, if other e.g. electronic means to display the 12h-data-record are provided.
Survey acc. to Res.A.948(23)*:
- Checking that the echo sounding device is in working order
- Examining the display for good access, viewing and lighting.

2.1.8.1 Rudder angle indicator, Directive 96/98/EC (MED) Annex A.1/4.20

2.1.8.1 Propeller revolution indicator, Directive 96/98/EC (MED) Annex A.1/4.21
2.1.8.1 Pitch and operational mode indicator Directive 96/98/EC (MED) Annex A.1/4.22
2.1.8.1 Thruster control indicator Directive 96/98/EC (MED) (not yet Annex A.1)
(presently Annex A.2/4.24)
Rudder, propeller, thrust, pitch and operational mode indicators, or other means to determine and display rudder angle, propeller
revolutions, the force and direction of thrust and, if applicable, the force and direction of lateral thrust and the pitch and operational mode,
all to be readable from the conning position.
Keel laid: SOLAS: type of ship: size of ship: trade area: to be fitted not later than:
before 1st Sep. 1984 1974 V/12(m) all ships >= 1,600 GT all voyages (already required / fitted)
on or after 1st Sep. 84 1974 V/12(m) all ships >= 500 GT all voyages (already required / fitted)
on or after 1st July 02 2000A V/19.2.5.4 all new ships >= 500 GT all voyages date of delivery
Survey acc. to Res.A.948(23)*:
Checking that the rudder angle indicator, propeller rate of revolution indicator, variable-pitch propeller pitch and operational mode indicator
are in working order.

2.1.8.2 Rate-of-turn indicator Directive 96/98/EC (MED) Annex A.1/4.9

A rate of turn indicator, or other means, to determine and display the rates of turn to starboard and to port of the ship to which it is fitted.

Keel laid: SOLAS: type of ship: size of ship: trade area: to be fitted not later than:
on or after 1st Sep. 84 1974 V/12(n) all ships >= 100,000 GT all voyages (already required / fitted)
on or after 1st July 02 2000A V/19.2.9.1 all new ships >= 50,000 GT all voyages date of delivery

Survey acc. to Res.A.948(23)*: Checking that the rate-of-turn indicator is in working order.

*) Res.A.948(23) = “Revised Survey Guidelines under the Harmonized System of Survey and Certification”, adopted on the 5 December 2003

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 2.1.9 Sound reception system Directive 96/98/EC (MED) (not yet Annex A.1)
(presently Annex A.2/4.18)
When the ship’s bridge is totally enclosed and unless the Administration determines otherwise, a sound reception system, or other means,
to enable the officer in charge of the navigational watch to hear sound signals and determine their direction.

Keel laid: SOLAS: type of ship: size of ship: trade area: to be fitted not later than:
before 1st July 2002 --- --- --- --- (not required by SOLAS)
on or after 1st July 02 2000A V/19.2.1.8 all new ships irrespective all voyages date of delivery,
if the ship’s bridge is totally enclosed
Remark:
Totally enclosed bridge means a totally enclosed wheelhouse arrangement where "open" bridge wings beside the wheelhouse are not
provided. For compliance with SOLAS Reg.V/22 these totally enclosed bridge shall be extended to the full breadth of the vessel.

Survey acc. to Res.A.948(23)*:

Checking that the sound reception system is in working order.

2.1.10 Telephone to emergency steering position Directive 96/98/EC (MED) Annex A.1 = N.A.
A telephone, or other means, to communicate heading information to the emergency steering position, if provided.

Keel laid: SOLAS: type of ship: size of ship: trade area: to be fitted not later than:
before 1st July 2002 1974 V/12(f) all ships irrespective all voyages (already required / fitted, if emergency
steering position provided)
on or after 1st July 02 2000A V/19.2.1.9 all new ships irrespective all voyages date of delivery

Remark:
For new ships IACS Recommendation No.16 should be observed:
- If there is more than one emergency steering position, it shall be possible to receive heading information at each individual steering
position.
- Loud-speaker(s) of talk-back type, headphones or similar means shall be used to ensure hands-free reception of information at the
emergency steering position.

2.1.11 Daylight signalling lamp Directive 96/98/EC (MED) (not yet Annex A.1)
(presently Annex A.2/4.4)
A daylight signalling lamp, or other means to communicate by light during day and night using an energy source of electrical power not
solely dependent upon the ship’s power supply.

Keel laid: SOLAS: type of ship: size of ship: trade area: to be fitted not later than:
before 1st July 2002 1974 V/11 all ships >= 150 GT all voyages (already required / fitted)
on or after 1st July 02 2000A V/19.2.2.2 new passenger irrespective all voyages date of delivery
on or after 1st July 02 2000A V/19.2.2.2 all new ships >= 150 GT all voyages date of delivery

Survey acc. to Res.A.948(23)*: Checking that the daylight signalling lamp is in working in working order.

2.1.12 Radar reflector Directive 96/98/EC (MED) Annex A.1/4.39

A radar reflector, or other means, to enable detection by ships navigating by radar at both 9 and 3 GHz.

Keel laid: SOLAS: type of ship: size of ship: trade area: to be fitted not later than:
before 1st July 2002 --- --- --- --- (not required by SOLAS)
on or after 1st July 02 2000A V/19.2.1.7 all new ships < 150 GT all voyages date of delivery

*) Res.A.948(23) = “Revised Survey Guidelines under the Harmonized System of Survey and Certification”, adopted on the 5 December 2003

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2.1.13 International Code of Signals Directive 96/98/EC (MED) Annex A.1 = N.A.

Keel laid: SOLAS: type of ship: size of ship: trade area: to be fitted not later than:
before 1st July 2002 1974 V/21 all ships irrespective all voyages (already required / fitted)
on or after 1st July 02 2000A V/21 all new ships irrespective all voyages when required to carry a radio install.

Remark:
Res.A.80(IV) Annex b.): Carriage of the Code is mandatory on all ships which, in accordance to SOLAS, are required to carry a
radiotelephone or radiotelegraph installation. The Code shall also be carried by any other ship which, in opinion of the Administration, has
a need to use it.

Survey acc. to Res.A.948(23)*:

Checking that the International Code of Signals is available where the ship is required to carry a radio installation.

2.2 Sound Signal Appliances and Shapes Directive 96/98/EC (MED) (not yet Annex A.1)
(presently Annex A.2/6.2)
Survey acc. to Res.A.948(23)*:
Checking that the shapes and sound signalling equipment are in working order.

2.3 Navigation Lights Directive 96/98/EC (MED) (not yet Annex A.1)
(presently Annex A.2/6.1)

Survey acc. to Res.A.948(23)*: Checking that the navigation lights are in working order.

2.4 Pilot Transfer Arrangements

Survey acc. to Res.A.948(23)*: Checking the provision and, as appropriate, the deployment or operation of the pilot ladders and
hoists/pilot-transfer arrangements.

2.4.5.2 Mechanical pilot hoist (if provided) Directive 96/98/EC (MED) Annex A.1/1.40

Definitions:

bearing = “True” bearing means the direction of any object from own ship expressed as an angular displacement from north
“Relative” bearing means the direction of any object from own ship expressed as an angular displacement from own
ship’s heading.
heading = the direction in which the bows of a ship are pointing expressed as an angular displacement from north

plotting = means the process of measuring range and bearing of targets

acquisition = means the process of selecting a target or targets and initiating their tracking
tracking = the computer process of observing the sequential changes in the position of a target in working order to establish its
motion
target = means any object fixed or moving whose position and motion is determined by measurements of range and bearing on
radar

other means = according to Reg. V/19.3: when “other means” are permitted under Reg. V/19, such means must be approved by the
Administration in accordance with Reg. V/18.

GL-HO-NSF, PZe 2004-07-29

*) Res.A.948(23) = “Revised Survey Guidelines under the Harmonized System of Survey and Certification”, adopted on the 5 December 2003

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 Details of navigational systems and equipment

Item Reference to Reference to Reference to

old F410 old F411 other forms
1.1 Standard magnetic compass ** F410 2.1.1 F411 3.1.1.1
1.2 Spare magnetic compass ** F410 2.1.7 F411 3.1.7
1.3 Gyro-compass ** F410 2.1.8 F411 3.1.6.1
1.4 Gyro-compass heading repeater ** F410 2.1.9
1.5 Gyro-compass bearing repeater ** (F410 2.1.5) F411 3.1.6.4
1.6 Heading or track control system ** (formerly auto-pilot) F410 2.1.21 F411 3.1.17.1 F414 2.1.3
1.7 Pelorus or compass bearing device ** F410 2.1.5 F411 3.1.5
1.8 Means of correcting heading and bearings F410 2.1.6 F411 3.1.4
1.9 Transmitting heading device (THD) ** --- ---
2.1 Nautical charts/Electronic chart display and information system (ECDIS) + F410 1.3.1 F411 2.1
2.2 Back-up arrangements for ECDIS --- ---
2.3 Nautical publications F410 1.3.1 F411 2.1
2.4 Back-up arrangements for electronic nautical publications --- ---
3.1 Receiver for a global navigation satellite system/terrestrial radio-navigation
(F410 2.1.15) --- F441 12
system **, +
3.2 9 GHz radar ** F410 2.1.10 F411 3.1.8.1 F414 2.1.1
3.3 Second radar (3 GHz / 9 GHz +) ** F410 2.1.10 --- F441 11.3 +
3.4 Automatic radar plotting aid (ARPA) ** F410 2.1.13 F411 3.1.9 F414 2.1.2
3.5 Automatic tracking aid ** --- ---
3.6 Second automatic tracking aid ** --- ---
3.7 Electronic plotting aid ** --- ---
4 Automatic identification system (AIS) --- ---
5 Voyage data recorder (VDR) --- ---
6.1 Speed and distance measuring device (through the water) **
(F410 2.1.15) F411 3.1.10.1
------------------------------------------------------ (here: GPS n o t acceptable!)
6.2 Speed and distance measuring device (over the ground in the forward and
(F410 2.1.15) (F411 3.1.10)
athwartship direction) ** --------------------- (here: GPS n o t acceptable!)
7 Echo sounding device ** F410 2.1.14 F411 3.1.11
8.1 Rudder, propeller, thrust, pitch and operational mode indicator **, F410 2.1.16, F411 3.1.12,
F414 2.2.1
17 & 18 13 & 14
8.2 Rate-of-turn indicator ** F410 2.1.19 F411 3.1.15
9 Sound reception system ** --- --- F414 2.4.5
10 Telephone to emergency steering position ** --- F411 3.1.18
11 Daylight signalling lamp ** F410 2.2.1 F411 3.1.21 F414 2.2.7
12 Radar reflector ** --- ---
13 International Code of Signals --- ---

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