DNV—GL — SOLAS INTERPRETATIONS

The present publication contains the DNV GL interpretations of the provisions of SOLAS convention. Subject interpretations may be relating to the matters left to the satisfaction of Flag authorities or, in some cases, ones vaguely worded. Note that the document only covers some particular selected topics and shall not be considered as the complete SOLAS interpretation by DNV GL classification society. The sequence of the chapters and their content more or less reflects the arrangements of the SOLAS Convention.

While the first opening section of the guide book is purely introductory, the next seven sections making the main part of the book contain the interpretations of the provisions related to the construction of the vessel, fire protection/detection/extinction. requirements of the FSS and IMSBC Codes, lifesaving equipment and arrangements on board together with the relevant requirements of the LSA Code, radio communications and GMDSS, safety of navigation and requirements of the ISM Code, as well as the special measures taken in order to enhance maritime security. Definitely needful publication for the crew members and support personnel of the vessel classed with this classification society as well as to all other people involved.