Merchant Shipping (Passenger Ship Construction) Rules, 1983.
Statutory Instruments
Source: Statutory Instruments

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paragraphs: Citation, commencement, interpretation and revocation
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paragraphs: Exemption for certain classes of ships and individual ships
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paragraphs: Classification of ships
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paragraphs: Structural strength
PART II
WATERTIGHT SUBDIVISION
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paragraphs: Application of Part II
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paragraphs: Watertight subdivision
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paragraphs: Peak and machinery space bulkheads, shaft tunnels, etc.
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paragraphs: Double bottoms
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paragraphs: Stability information
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paragraphs: Intact stability
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paragraphs: Stability in damaged condition
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paragraphs: Ballasting
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paragraphs: Construction of watertight bulkheads etc.
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paragraphs: Openings in watertight bulkheads etc.
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paragraphs: Means of closing openings in watertight bulkheads etc.
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paragraphs: Means of operating sliding watertight doors
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paragraphs: Watertight doors: signals and communications
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paragraphs: Construction of watertight doors
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paragraphs: Openings in the shell plating below the margin line
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paragraphs: Side and other openings above the margin line
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paragraphs: Weather deck
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paragraphs: Partial subdivision above the margin line
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paragraphs: Subdivision load lines
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paragraphs: Exhibition of damage control plans
PART IIA
SHIPS NOT REQUIRED TO COMPLY WITH PART II
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paragraphs: Application of Part IIA
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paragraphs: Stability information
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paragraphs: Openings in the sides of the ship
PART III
BILGE PUMPING ARRANGEMENTS
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paragraphs: Application of Part III
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paragraphs: General
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paragraphs: Number and type of bilge pumps: ships of Classes I and II
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paragraphs: Number and type of bilge pumps: ships of Classes II(A) and III
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paragraphs: Number and type of bilge pumps etc.: ships of Classes IV to VI inclusive
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paragraphs: Requirements for bilge pumps and bilge suctions
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paragraphs: Arrangement of bilge pipes
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paragraphs: Diameter of bilge suction pipes
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paragraphs: Precautions against flooding through bilge pipes
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paragraphs: Bilge valves, cocks etc.
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paragraphs: Bilge mud boxes and strum boxes
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paragraphs: Sounding pipes
PART IV
ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT AND INSTALLATIONS—NEW SHIPS
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paragraphs: Application of Part IV
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paragraphs: General
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paragraphs: Main generating sets: ships of Classes I to III inclusive
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paragraphs: Emergency source of electric power: ships of Classes I, II and II(A)
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paragraphs: Emergency source of electric power: ships of Class III
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paragraphs: Emergency switchboards
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paragraphs: Distribution systems
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paragraphs: General lectrical precautions
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paragraphs: Spare parts and tools
PART IVA
ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT AND INSTALLATIONS—EXISTING SHIPS
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paragraphs: Application of Part IVA
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paragraphs: General
PART V
FIRE PROTECTION—NEW SHIPS OF CLASSES I, II AND II(A)
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paragraphs: Application of Part V
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paragraphs: Structure
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paragraphs: Main vertical zones and horizontal zones
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paragraphs: Bulkheads within a main vertical zone
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paragraphs: Fire integrity of bulkheads and decks
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paragraphs: Protection of stairways and lifts in accommodation and service spaces
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paragraphs: Openings in "A" Class divisions
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paragraphs: Openings in "B" Class divisions
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paragraphs: Ventilation systems
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paragraphs: Windows and sidescuttles
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paragraphs: Restriction of combustible materials
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paragraphs: Miscellaneous items of fire protection
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paragraphs: Automatic sprinkler and fire alarm and fire detection system or automatic fire alarm and fire detection system
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paragraphs: Protection of special category spaces
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paragraphs: Protection of cargo spaces, other than special category spaces, intended for the carriage of motor vehicles with fuel in their tanks for their own propulsion
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paragraphs: Special arrangement in machinery spaces
PART VA
FIRE PROTECTION: NEW SHIPS OF CLASSES I, II AND II(A)
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paragraphs: Application of Part VA
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paragraphs: Passenger ships carrying not more than 36 passengers
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paragraphs: Main vertical zones and horizontal zones
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paragraphs: Bulkheads within a main vertical zone
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paragraphs: Fire integrity of bulkheads and decks
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paragraphs: Protection of stairways and lifts in accommodation and service spaces
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paragraphs: Openings in "A" Class divisions
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paragraphs: Openings in "B" Class divisions
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paragraphs: Ventilation systems
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paragraphs: Windows and sidescuttles
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paragraphs: Restriction of combustible materials
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paragraphs: Miscellaneous items of fire protection
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paragraphs: Automatic sprinkler and fire alarm and fire detection system or automatic fire alarm and fire detection system
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paragraphs: Protection of special category spaces
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paragraphs: Protection of cargo spaces, other than special category spaces, intended for the carriage of motor vehicles with fuel in their tanks for their own propulsion
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paragraphs: Special arrangements in machinery spaces
PART VB
FIRE PROTECTION: NEW AND EXISTING SHIPS OF CLASSSES III TO VI INCLUSIVE
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paragraphs: Application of Part VB
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paragraphs: Structure of the ship
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paragraphs: Divisions
PART VC
FIRE PROTECTION: EXISTING SHIPS OF CLASSES I, II AND II(A)
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paragraphs: Application of Part VC
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paragraphs: Structure
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paragraphs: Main vertical zones
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paragraphs: Openings in main vertical zone bulkheads
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paragraphs: Separation of accommodation spaces from machinery, cargo and service spaces
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paragraphs: Methods of fire protection and application
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paragraphs: Protection of vertical stairways
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paragraphs: Protection of lifts and vertical trunks for light and air
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paragraphs: Protection of control stations
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paragraphs: Protection of store-rooms etc.
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paragraphs: Windows and sidescuttles
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paragraphs: Ventilation systems
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paragraphs: Miscellaneous items
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paragraphs: Cinematograph film
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paragraphs: Plans
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paragraphs: Emergency source of electrical power
PART VD
FIRE PROTECTION: EXISTING SHIPS OF CLASSES I, II AND II(A)
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paragraphs: Application of Part VD
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paragraphs: Existing passenger ships carrying not more than 36 passengers
PART VI
BOILERS AND MACHINERY—NEW SHIPS
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paragraphs: Application of Part VI
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paragraphs: General
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paragraphs: Boilers and other pressure vessels
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paragraphs: Machinery
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paragraphs: Astern power
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paragraphs: Shafts
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paragraphs: Boiler feed systems
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paragraphs: Steam pipe systems
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paragraphs: Air pressure systems
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paragraphs: Cooling systems
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paragraphs: Oil fuel installations: (boilers and machinery)
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paragraphs: Oil fuel installations: (cooking ranges and other heating appliances)
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paragraphs: Ventilation
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paragraphs: Oil systems for lubricating, cooling and control
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paragraphs: Communication between bridge and engine room
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paragraphs: Steering gear
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paragraphs: Spare gear
PART VIA
BOILERS AND MACHINERY—EXISTING SHIPS
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paragraphs: Application of Part VIA
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paragraphs: General
PART VII
MISCELLANEOUS: NEW SHIPS
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paragraphs: Application of Part VII
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paragraphs: Compasses
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paragraphs: Depth-sounding devices
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paragraphs: Anchors and chain cables
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paragraphs: Hawsers and warps
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paragraphs: Means of escape
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paragraphs: Guard rails, stanchions and bulwarks
PART VIIA
MISCELLANEOUS: EXISTING SHIPS
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paragraphs: Application of Part VIIA
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paragraphs: General
PART VIII
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paragraphs: Alternative construction, equipment and machinery
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paragraphs: Penalties
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paragraphs: Power to detain