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Contenido:

Ships operating in the Arctic and Antactic environments are exposed to a number of unique risks. Poor weather conditions and the relative lack of good charts, communication systems and other navigational aids pose challenges for mariners. The remoteness of the areas makes rescue or clean-up operations difficult and costly. Cold temperatures may reduce the effectiveness of numerous components of the ship, ranging from deck machinery and emergency equipment to sea suctions. When ice is present, it can impose additional loads on the hull, propulsion system and appendages.

The guidelines for ships operating in polar waters aim at mitigating the additional risk imposed on shipping in the harsh environmental and climatic conditions that exist in polar waters.

This publication should be of interest to maritime administrations, ship manufactures, shipping companies, cruise and tour operators, education institutes and others concerned with the safe operation of ships in polar waters.



Index:

Foreword

Resolution A.1024(26) (adopted on 2 December 2009)

Preamble

Guide

Chapter 1. General

PART A. CONSTRUCTION PROVISIONS
Chapter 2. Structures
Chapter 3. Subdivision and stability
Chapter 4. Accommodation and escape measures
Chapter 5. Directional control systems
Chapter 6. Anchoring and towing arrangements
Chapter 7. Main machinery
Chapter 8. Auxiliary machinery systems
Chapter 9. Electrical installations

PART B. EQUIPMENT
Chapter 10. Fire safety
Chapter 11. Life-saving appliances and survival arrangements
Chapter 12. Navigational equipment

PART C. OPERATIONAL
Chapter 13. Operational arrangements
Chapter 14. Crewing
Chapter 15. Emergency equipment

PART D. ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AND DAMAGE CONTROL
Chapter 16. Environmental protection and damage control