Single hold cargo ships other than bulkers must be fitted with an approved water level detection system such as bulksafe to comply with the solas regulation ii. Chapter i general provisions chapter ii1 construction subdivision and stability, machinery and electrical installations chapter ii2 construction fire protection, fire detection and fire extinction chapter iii lifesaving appliances, etc. Solas iii31 liferafts stowed in a position providing for easy sidetoside. Consolidated text of the annex to the 1974 solas convention and the 1988 protocol relating. The convention in force today is often referred to as solas, 1974, as amended. The current version of solas is the 1974 version, known as solas 1974, which came into force on 25 may 1980. Chapter ii1 construction structure, subdivision and. Consolidated text of the annex to the 1974 solas convention and the 1988 protocol relating thereto. Ventura solas 2 solas historical background convention, 1974 8 7 9 1, l o. Ventura solas 2 solas historical background convention, 1974 8 7 9 1, l o c o t o r p amendments, 1983 amendments, 1988 8 8 9 1, l o c o t o r p amendments, 1991 amendments, 1992. Amendments to solas, chapter iii, regulations 14, 19, 20, 21. The present version of the solas convention was adopted in 1974 and was later revised and supplemented with socalled protocols.
Solas consolidated edition, 2012 consolidated text of the international convention for the safety of life at sea, 1974, and its protocol of 1988. Fire test procedures ftp code 1998 edition model course. Jul 01, 2002 solas amendments 2000 includes the revised chapter ii 2, making the international code for fire safety systems fss code, adopted by the msc by resolution msc. The solas consolidated edition 2014 is an essential reference for maritime administrations, ship manufacturers, owners and operators, shipping companies, education institutes and all others concerned with requirements of the international convention for the safety of life at sea. A solas exemption certificate is not valid for longer than the period of the solas passenger ship safety certificate to which it refers. International convention for the safety of life at sea solas. As of november 2018, solas 1974 had 164 contracting states, 1 which flag about 99% of. Oct, 2010 intention to keep solas up to date difficult since ammendments procedures proved to be slow as a result solas 1974 was introduced with a new convention and the tacit acceptance procedure 4. This remains the applicable legal instrument where certain regulations. An amendment to the annex other than chapter i shall be deemed to have been. Solas international convention for the safety of life at sea articles of the international convention for the safety of life at sea, 1974 article iv cases of force majeure article iv cases of force majeure. Safety of life at sea an overview sciencedirect topics. Solas international convention for the safety of life at sea articles of the international convention for the safety of life at sea, 1974 article iv cases of force majeure article iv cases of force majeure a.
Different entries to be made in bridge log book of the ship. Articles of the international convention for the safety of life at sea, 1974 the contracting governments being desirous of promoting safety of life at sea by establishing in a common agreement uniform principles and rules directed thereto, considering that this end may best be achieved by the conclusion of a convention to replace the. The amendments are expected to enter into force on 1 january 2015. Consolidated text of the international convention for. Extensions on lifejackets tripartite 1053 the new solas regulation iii7. One of the two annexes to the convention revised the international. Consolidated text of the international convention for the.
Ii2 to address the above issues, the subcommittee on fire protection undertook an eight year effort that led to the adoption of an entirely new structure for solas chapter ii2 which. Ships solas convention international convention of safety of life at sea solas. However if the ship is constantly engaged in warm climates where to the opinion of the administration thermal protection is unnecessary, this protective clothing need not be carried. Merchant shipping solas chapter iiilifesaving appliances. Solas convention means the international convention for the safety of life at sea 1974, as amended by the 1988 protocol. The radio officers obligations regarding mandatory logbook entries are listed in part d. Chapter iii lifesaving appliances and arrangements. Chapter ii2 of solas 1974, which applies to ships constructed on or after 1 january 2003.
Manuel ventura ship design i msc in naval architecture and marine engineering m. Solas chapter iii lifesaving appliances and arrangements regulation 20 operational readiness, maintenance and inspections 1 this regulation applies to all ships. Solas amendments 2000 includes the revised chapter ii2, making the international code for fire safety systems fss code, adopted by the msc by resolution msc. The committee adopted amendments to chapter xii additional safety measures for bulk carriers of the international convention for the safety of life at sea solas, 1974, as amended, to require the fitting. Where means of embarkation and disembarkation othecally covered by these r than those specifi guidelines are fitted, an equivalent level of safety should be provided. Where means of embarkation and disembarkation othecally covered by these r than those specifi guidelines are fitted. International convention for the safety of life at sea, 1974 contents convention annex. Furthermore, chapter ii 1 was comprehensively revised to include probabilistic. After numerous amendments, the current version of the solas convention mainly deals with fixing minimum standards for the construction, equipment and operation of ships, compatible with their safety. Objective of solas to specify minimum standards for the construction, equipment and operation of ships, compatible with their safety. What is to be noted is that the regulations are only applicable to ships engaged in international voyages. Please note that this document reflects the 1 july 2002 edition of the solas provisions for chapter ii2 on fire protection. Resolutions of the 1997 solas conference relating to bulk carrier safety international maritime organization imo publishing, 1999 bulk carrier cargo ships 63 pages.
Solas international convention for the safety of life at sea articles of the international convention for the safety of life at sea, 1974 articles of the international convention for the safety of life at sea, 1974 page 3 of 910 file. International convention for the safety of life at sea solas, 1974. The solas convention in its successive forms is generally regarded as the most important of all international treaties concerning the safety of merchant ships. Protocol of 1988 relating to the international convention for the safety of life at sea, 1974.
Solas chapter ii2 construction fire protection, fire detection and fire extinction solas chapter ii2 has been. The international convention for the safety of life at sea solas is an international maritime. Solas international convention for the safety of life at sea. Home about imo conventions list of conventions international convention for the safety of life at sea solas, 1974 international convention for the safety of life at sea solas, 1974 adoption. Ships not carrying a lifeboat or a rescue boat shall for rescue purposes be provided with at least one immersion suit. Solas chapter ii1 part b regulation 233 psm marine. Ii2 to address the above issues, the subcommittee on fire protection undertook an eight year effort that led to the adoption of an entirely new structure for solas chapter ii2 which may better accommodate the way port and flag states and ship designers deal with fire safety issues in the future. Solas, 1974, as amended adding a new chapter xiii the international convention on standards of training, certification and watchkeeping for seafarers, 1978, and the seafarers training. Emergency towing procedures on ships technical notice sls. Solas chapter ii2 construction fire protection, fire detection and fire extinction solas chapter ii2 has been developed and revised at imo international maritime organization and its subcommittee for fire protection fp and. Solas chapter iii, regulation 31 survival craft and rescue boats regarding. The present version was adopted in 1974 and entered into force in 1980.
International convention for the safety of life at sea, 1974. This consultation paper sets out the isle of man governments. A ship shall be considered to meet the functional requirements set out in paragraph. If the adult lifejackets provided are not designed to fit persons weighing up to 140 kg and with a chest girth of up to 1750 mm, a sufficient number of suitable accessories shall be available on board to allow them to be secured to such persons. Consolidated text of the annex to the international convention for the safety of life at sea, 1974, and the 1988 protocol relating thereto chapter i general provisions chapter ii1 construction. Chapter ii1 construction structure, subdivision and stability, machinery and electrical installations. Imos msc meeting approves important solas amendments. In the 1974 convention this chapter was radically amended. Jan 01, 2009 of all the international conventions dealing with maritime safety, the most important is the international convention for the safety of life at sea, 1974, as amended, better known as solas, which covers a wide range of measures designed to improve the safety of shipping. International convention for the safety of life at sea solas, 1974 international convention for the safety of life at sea solas, 1974 adoption. After numerous amendments, the current version of the solas convention mainly deals with fixing minimum. Of all the international conventions dealing with maritime safety, the most important is the international convention for the safety of life at sea, 1974, as amended, better known as solas, which covers a wide range of measures designed to improve the safety of shipping. Solas 1974 requires flag states to ensure that ships flagged by them comply with the. Chapter ii1 construction subdivision and stability, machinery and electrical.
The first version was adopted in 1914, in response to the titanic disaster, the second in 1929, the third in 1948, and the fourth in 1960. The solas consolidated edition 2014 is an essential reference for maritime administrations, ship manufacturers, owners and operators, shipping companies, education institutes and all others. If the adult lifejackets provided are not designed to fit. As of november 2018, solas 1974 had 164 contracting states, 1 which flag about 99% of merchant ships around the world in terms of gross tonnage. Msc 92 adopted amendments solas regulation iii19 to require musters of newly embarked passengers prior to or immediately upon departure, instead of within 24 hours, as stated in the. Chapter ii1 construction subdivision and stability. Imo solas 74, the last adopted revised convention of 1974, includes.
C h a p t e r i i 2 a fire protection, fire detection and. International convention for the safety of life at sea. The full text of the convention, which is set out at ii. Consolidated text of the international convention for the safety of life at sea, 1974, and its. The chapter also includes provisions for the control of ships in ports of other contracting governments. Of all the international conventions dealing with maritime safety, the most important is the international convention for the safety of life at sea, 1974, as amended, better known as solas. A ship, which is not subject to the provisions of the present convention at the time of its departure on any voyage, shall. Revised solas 1974 chapt ii2 fire safety fires free. This remains the applicable legal instrument where certain. Regulation 42 protection of stairways and lifts in accommodation and service. Solas consolidated, 2009, compiled by the secretariat to provide an easy reference to solas requirements, contains a consolidated text of the 1974 solas convention, the 1988 solas. Further requests the secretarygeneral to transmit copies of the resolution and its an nex to members of the organization which are not contracting governments to the conven tion. Solas iii lifesaving appliances and arrangements this consultation paper sets out the isle of man governments proposals to make new regulations to give effect to the latest version of chapter iii of. Solas international convention for the safety of life at sea chapter ii1 construction structure, subdivision and stability, machinery, and electrical installations.
Jun 02, 2014 solas, 1974, as amended adding a new chapter xiii the international convention on standards of training, certification and watchkeeping for seafarers, 1978, and the seafarers training. Fire protection, fire detection and fire extinction. Amended by resolution 1 of november 1988 conference. Procedures for open watertight doors passenger ships 1219 solas ch ii1 reg. Msc 92 adopted amendments solas regulation iii19 to require musters of newly embarked passengers prior to or immediately upon departure, instead of within 24 hours, as stated in the current regulations. Sep 15, 2015 please note that this document reflects the 1 july 2002 edition of the solas provisions for chapter ii 2 on fire protection.