The International Code on Intact Stability (IS Code) is the International Maritime Organization (IMO) standard for ship stability.[1][2][3][4]
History edit
The Code for Intact Stability was first issued in 1993 under IMO resolution A.749(18)).[1]
In 2008, the Code was updated by the IMO.[1]
In December 2019, amendments to the Code were adopted that entered into force on 1 January 2020.[5] These amendments related to ships engaged in anchor handling operations and to ships carrying out lifting and towing operations.[5]
Content edit
The Code contains both mandatory regulations and recommended provisions, setting out the minimum stability standards for ships.[6] This includes information on precautions against capsizing, metacentric heights (GM), righting levers (GZ), rolling criteria, Free surface effect and watertight integrity.[1]
The 2008 version of the Code details guidelines on Second Generation Intact Stability for ships, specifically criteria for dynamic stability and damage assessment.[7]
The Code is split into two parts. Part A contains mandatory criteria. Part B contains additional guideliens and recommendations.[4] The Code requires each ship to have a stability book on the ship.[4] For passenger ships, a regular survey is required.[4]
References edit
- ^ a b c d "Intact Stability Code". International Maritime Organization. Retrieved 29 February 2024.
- ^ "International Code on Intact Stability, 2008 (2008 IS Code)". Wärtsilä. Retrieved 29 February 2024.
- ^ "02 IS-Code Code on Intact Stability by IMO instruments". Human and Environment Transport Inspectorate, Netherlands. Retrieved 29 February 2024.
- ^ a b c d 21st Century Seamanship. Edinburgh: Witherby Publishing Group. 2015. p. 612-613. ISBN 9781856096324.
- ^ a b "SOLAS amendments entering into force 1 January 2020". Sea News. Retrieved 29 February 2024.
- ^ Carefully to Carry. Witherby Publishing Group. 2022. p. 473. ISBN 9781914993121.
- ^ "Addressing the New IMO Guidelines for Second Generation Intact Stability". Maritime Logistics Professional. Retrieved 29 February 2024.