(Vol XI), Rules For Patrol Boat, 2020
(Vol XI), Rules For Patrol Boat, 2020
(Vol XI), Rules For Patrol Boat, 2020
Volume XI
2020
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Rules For Classification And Construction
Part 3 Special Ships
Volume XI
2020
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Pt 3 Special Ships
Vol XI Rules for Patrol Boats
Foreword
Foreword
These BKI Rules for Classification contains procedural and technical requirements related to obtaining and
retaining a class certificate of Patrol Boats. The Rules represents all requirements adopted by the Society
as basis for classification.
These Rules are available to be downloaded at www.bki.co.id. Once downloaded, these Rules will be
uncontrolled copy. Please check the latest version on the website.
Further queries or comments concerning these Rules are welcomed through communication to BKI Head
Office.
Table of Contents
Foreword ...................................................................................................................................... iii
The intention of these Rules is to facilitate the use of the Rules for Classification and Construction of BKI by
clients who want to design and build Patrol Boats. They aim to accelerate the practical every day work for
this ship type by emphasizing relevant requirements and by avoiding any unnecessary demands. What is
understood as ship type Patrol Boat is defined in B.1.1.
2. Application
– steam propulsion
– low speed diesel engines and reversible two stroke diesel engines
– heavy fuel operation and treatment
– outboard motors using gasoline for the propulsion of the Patrol Boat
– lifting appliances and lifts
– special, complex equipment for replenishment at sea, besides replenishment of liquids via the stern
– amphibious warefare
– aircraft handling
– provision for flight operations other than winching
– special requirements for weapon systems besides foundations
– auxiliary steam boilers and oil firing equipment
– diving systems and systems for breathing gases
If the length L of the Patrol Boat would reach 80 m special agreement with BKI will become necessary for
some design aspects.
3. Scope
These Rules summarize relevant BKI Rules (and also the Code of Safety for Special Purpose Ships, 2008)
which can be used for the Classification of naval and non-naval Patrol Boats in an optimized way which is
tailor-made for the size and intended mission of the Boats.
To achieve a quick overview of the Rules to be applied in each case a series of schedules has been
established for the major Classification requirements.
In order to be able to estimate the scope of Classification and Services requested from BKI general
information and project data are summarized in C.
4. Equivalence
Patrol Boats deviating from the BKI Rules in structure, equipment or some of their parts may be classed,
provided that their structures or equipment are found to be equivalent to the BKI requirements for this
Class of vessels.
National rules and regulations, adopted by the respective flag state or Naval Authority, will as a matter of
principle not be affected by the BKI Rules for Classification and Construction. However, various
requirements stipulated by international conventions are taken into account to some extent by BKI Rules.
B. Definitions A-B
1. General
A patrol boat is a small naval, coast guard or police vessel, smaller in size than a corvette, commonly
engaged in various border protection roles, including anti-smuggling, anti-terrorist, anti-piracy, fishery
patrols and immigration law enforcement. It is also often used for rescue operations and can be diversified
in smaller Inshore Patrol Vessels and larger Offshore Patrol Vessels.
In general Patrol Boats are classed N100 PATROL BOAT,A100 PATROL BOAT orA100 PATROL; please refer
to Section 2.
1.2.1 High speed craft according to the International Code of Safety, 2000 (HSC-Code) are passenger
and cargo craft which do not proceed in the course of their voyage more than 4 hours at operational speed
from a place of refuge (8 hours for more than 500 gross tonnage) and are capable of a maximum speed of
at least:
Craft the hull of which is supported completely clear above water surface in non-displacement mode by
aerodynamic forces generated by ground effect are excluded. The Code does originally not apply to craft
of war and troop craft.
1.2.2 BKI uses its extended Classification Rules for High Speed Craft (Pt.3, Vol.III). These Rules contain
a series of comments which cover important additional aspects. For the Patrol Boats considered in these
Rules in any way further measures are to be discussed and agreed with BKI.
1.3 Yachts ≥ 24 m
Motor yachts with a length L ≥ 24 m according to the BKI Rules for Yachts (Pt.3, Vol.IX) are designed for
private, recreational use provided that the yacht classed and approved is at all times employed exclusively
under the conditions for which it has been designed, is equipped and handled in the sense of good
seamanship and operated at a speed adapted to the respective seaway condition.
For applying these Rules to Patrol Boats certain add-on factors are to be considered.
These BKI Rules for Small Vessel up to 24 m (Pt.3, Vol.VII) apply to primarily pleasure craft of length L from
6 to 24 m and provided that the pleasure craft classed and approved in accordance therewith are at all
times employed exclusively under the conditions for which they have been designed, constructed and
approved and that they are in the sense of good seamanship correctly handled and equipped and operated
at a speed adopted to the respective seaway conditions.
For applying these Rules to Patrol Boats certain add-on factors are to be considered.
Non-crew persons are special personnel, embarked personnel and passengers for whom permanent
accommodation is provided on board. The number of non-crew persons may include up to 12 passengers.
The term "Special Personnel" is as defined in the IMO’s "Code of Safety for Special Purpose Ships, 2008"
(cf. IMO MSC.266(84)).
Embarked personnel are persons who are not members of the crew and carried on board in conjunction
with the purpose of the boat. Embarked personnel are expected to be very fit, well-disciplined and able-
bodied.
1.8 Passenger
2. Main dimensions B
In order to estimate the scope of Classification and Services, BKI is to be provided with general information
and project data as far as already available in the application phase.
1.3 Regulations
Additional international and national regulations, as well as requirements of the Owner are to be defined.
The preliminary building specification or the technical part of a building contract, if already available, shall
be submitted.
2.1 Submission
The documents are to be submitted in form soft copy (electronic). Operation manuals shall be submitted
in a single set for information only.
All documents have to indicate the project number and the name of the Owner and/or the name of
Shipyard.
All documents are to be submitted at a sufficiently early date to ensure that they are approved and available
to the Surveyor at the beginning of the manufacture or installation of the boat or of important components.
2.2 Language
2.3 Calculations
Calculations shall contain all necessary information concerning reference documents (parts of the
specification, relevant drawings, etc.). Literature used for the calculations has to be cited, important but
not commonly known sources shall be added in copy. Any non-standard symbols used are to be explained
in a key list.
2.4.1 In order to increase the flexibility in the structural design of Patrol Boats BKI also accepts direct
calculations with computer programs. The aim of such analyses should be the proof of equivalence of a
design with the rule requirements.
2.4.2 Direct calculations may also be used in order to optimise a design; in this case only the final results
are to be submitted for examination.
2.4.3 The choice of computer programs according to "State of the Art" is free. The programs may be
checked by BKI through comparative calculations with predefined test examples. A generally valid approval
for a computer program is, however, not given by BKI.
For such calculations the computer model, the boundary conditions and load cases are to be agreed upon
with BKI. The calculation documents are to be submitted including input and output. During the
examination it may prove necessary that BKI perform independent comparative calculations.
2.4.5 BKI is prepared to carry out calculations of this kind within the marine advisory services.
For classification of a Patrol Boat the documents defined in Table 1.2 at the end of this Section have to be
submitted, as far as applicable.
BKI reserve the right to request additional documentation if the submitted is insufficient for an assessment.
This may especially be the case for plants and equipment related to new developments and/or which are
not tested on board to a sufficient extent.
Once the documents submitted have been approved by BKI they are binding for the execution of the work.
Subsequent modifications and extensions require the approval of BKI before becoming effective.
2.8 Surveys C
Survey of the Patrol Boat’s construction will be carried out on the basis of approved documents. The
documentation has to contain all data necessary for final approval of the Patrol Boat.
3. Production standard
A production standard which considers the special requirements for the manufacturing of Patrol Boats has
to be defined by the Shipyard and accepted by BKI.
4.1 The documents to be carried on board to allow quick action in case of surveys, special operation
and damage are primarily defined in:
– Guidelines Classification and Surveys (Pt.9, Vol.I) Sec. 2.F. for Class Certificate, survey statements,
Stability Handbook, Loading Manual, as built drawings, etc.
Rules for High Speed Craft (Pt.3, Vol.III) Sec. 1, 1.12 and Sec. 18, 18.2 for Craft Operating Manual, Route
Operational Manual, Training Manual, Maintenance and Servicing Schedule.
The following BKI Rules and Guidelines are to be considered and therefore reference is made to them in
these Rules:
– Rules for Classification and Surveys (Pt.1, Vol.I)
– Rules for Hull (Pt.1, Vol.II)
– Rules for Machinery Installations (Pt.1, Vol.III)
– Rules for Electrical Installations (Pt.1, Vol.IV)
– Rules for Metallic Materials (Pt.1, Vol.V)
– Rules for Welding (Pt.1, Vol.VI)
– Rules for Automation (Pt.1, Vol.VII)
– Rules for Non-Metallic Materials (Pt.1, Vol.XIV)
– Rules for High Speed Craft (Pt.3, Vol.III)
– Rules for Yachts (Pt.3, Vol.IX)
– Rules for Small Vessels up to 24 m (Pt.3, Vol.VII)
– Guidelines for Classification and Surveys (Pt. 9, Vol.1)
– Guidelines for Hull Structures and Ship Equipment (Pt. 9, Vol.2)
– Guidelines for Propulsion Plants (Pt. 9, Vol.3)
– Guidelines for Electrical Installations (Pt. 9, Vol.4)
– Guidelines for Naval Ship Materials (Pt. 9, Vol.5)
– Guidelines for Ship Operation Installations and Auxiliary Systems (Pt. 9, Vol.6)
– Guidelines for Automation (Pt. 9, Vol.7)
Where reference is made to International Conventions and Codes these are defined as follows, e.g.:
– ICLL: International Convention of Load Lines, 1966, as amended
– MARPOL: International Convention for the Prevention of Pollution from Ships, 1973 including the
1978 Protocol as amended
– SOLAS: International Convention for the Safety of Life at Sea, 1974, as amended
– IMO Resolution MSC.266(84): Code of Safety for Special Purpose Ships, 2008
– Guidelines for Hull Structures and Ship Equipment (Pt.9, Vol.2) Sec. 1, A.4., Table 1.1 respectively
(Pt.9, Vol.6), Sec. 1, D. for inclinations and movement of the Patrol Boat.
– More stringent requirements are defined there for Class Notation AC1, more flexible requirements
may be defined for Class Notation ACS.
– Vibration should be considered for design, construction and installation because of causing
additional stresses. More information is contained in the Guidelines for Hull Structures and Ship
Equipment (Pt.9, Vol.2), Sec. 16 and the Guidelines for Propulsion Plants (Pt.9, Vol.3) Sec. 1, D.2.
– If noise is to be considered, the requirements of the Guidelines for Hull Structures and Ship
Equipment (Pt.9, Vol.2), Sec. 16, B. are to be observed, but this is in general not subject to
Classification.
– Rules for High Speed Craft (Pt.3, Vol.III) Sec. 9, C9.1.16, Table C9.1.
– Rules for Yachts (Pt.3. Vol.IX) Sec. 1, A.8, Table 1.1.
– Rules for Small Vessel up to 24 m (Pt.3, Vol.VII) Sec. 3, A.3.2.
2. Environmental conditions
– Guidelines for Hull Structures and Ship Equipment (Pt.9, Vol.2), Sec. 1, A.4., Table 1.2 for conditions
of water, air, wind, ice, etc.
– If shock is to be considered, the requirements of the Guidelines for Hull Structures and Ship
Equipment (Pt.9, Vol.2), Sec. 16, D. are to be observed, but this is in general not subject to
Classification.
– Rules for High Speed Craft (Pt.3, Vol.III) Sec. 9, C9.1.16, Table C9.2.
– Rules for Yachts (Pt.3, Vol.IX) Sec. 1, A.8, Table 1.2.
– Rules for Small Vessel up to 24 m (Pt.3, Vol.VII) Sec. 3, A.3.2.
3. Workmanship
The requirements for proper workmanship to be applied for Patrol Boats are defined in the Guidelines for
Hull Structures and Ship Equipment (Pt.9, Vol.2), Sec. 1, E.
4. Corrosion protection
Requirements to reduce the corrosion risk by measures in design are defined together with protection
measures during construction and operation in the Guidelines for Hull Structures and Ship Equipment (Pt.9,
Vol.2) Sec. 3, E. and F.
5. Essential equipment E
The definition is contained in the Rules for Machinery Installations (Pt.1, Vol.III) Sec. 1, H:
– definition what is essential
– adjusted list of essential components
Machinery Installations
General Layout
56 General arrangement of machinery spaces
Electrical Installations
Power Plant
79 Details of the scope and type electrical plant (BKI Form)
80 Details about the construction of electrical equipment in hazardous areas (BKI Form)
81 General layout for electrical power generation and distribution
82 Details on generations and UPS units
83 Details on hazardous areas
84 Short circuit calculation
85 Electrical power balance
86 Details on main and emergency switchgear, main distribution boards
87 Details on lighting network
88 Details on feeding of weapons and sensors
Manoeuvring System
95 Details on steering gear drive and control system
96 Details on rudder propeller and lateral thrust system, if applicable
97 Controllable pitch propeller system, if applicable
98 Details on dynamic positioning system, if applicable
Lighting
99 Lighting arrangement
100 Documentation on light fittings and sockets used
Board Computer
111 Hardware and software documentation on computers (as relevant for Classification)
Propulsion
112 Electrical propulsion plants, if applicable
Automation
113 General layout and arrangement
114 Description of functional relationships
115 Software documentation
116 List of sensor types and location for the monitoring system
117 Safety programmes giving details of limit values
118 Details of bridge arrangement
Other Documents
119 Operation and maintenance manuals, if required
120 Spare parts list
121 Trial programs (FAT, HAT, SAT)
Equipment
Assembly and general drawings, diagrams of hydraulic and electrical equipment, details of all
important load transmitting components for:
132 Steering gear
133 Rudder propeller units, if applicable
134 Anchor windlasses
135 Fire door control system
136 Replenishment at sea system
137 Hydraulic systems for special devices, if safety-relevant
Other Documents
138 Operation and maintenance manuals, if required
139 Spare parts list
140 Trial programs (FAT, HAT, SAT)
A. Classification A
1. Meaning
2. Confidentiality
2.1 BKI maintains confidentiality with respect to all documents and other kinds of information
received in connection with the orders entrusted to BKI. BKI shall comply with the security procedures
agreed upon with Naval Authorities and other Owners/Operators.
2.2 BKI will instruct its personnel engaged in a Patrol Boat project to follow the security procedures,
including the necessary safe handling and storage of confidential information and documentation.
and the relevant requirements to be applied are defined for naval Patrol Boats in Guidelines for
Classification and Surveys (Pt.9, Vol.1) Sec. 1, E.1. and for all other Patrol Boats in Guidance for Class
Notation (Pt.0, Vol.B).
The issuance of the Class Certificate and the entering of the Patrol Boat to the BKI Register is defined for
naval Patrol Boats in Guidelines for Classification and Surveys (Pt.9, Vol.1) Sec. 1, E.1.4 and for all other
Patrol Boats in Guidance for Class Notation (Pt.0, Vol.B). Only an extract of the Patrol Boat data will be
published by BKI except the Owner refuses publication at all.
4. Validity of Class
– period of Class
– prerequisites for validity of Class
– repairs
– conversions
– Class expiry
– laid-up Patrol Boats
– suspension of Class
– re-commissioning/re-admission of Class
and the relevant requirements to be applied are defined for naval Patrol Boats in Guidelines for
Classification and Surveys (Pt.9, Vol.1), Sec. 1, D. and for all other Patrol Boats in Guidance for Class Notation
(Pt.0, Vol.B).
5. Admission to Class
This refers to Patrol Boats not constructed under the supervision of BKI to:
– orders for the Classification
– particulars and/or drawings for hull and machinery to be submitted
– performance of admission to Class
and the relevant requirements to be applied are defined for naval Patrol Boats in Guidelines for
Classification and Surveys (Pt.9, Vol.1), Sec. 1, E.2. and for all other Patrol Boats in Guidance for Class
Notation (Pt.0, Vol.B).
2. Characters of Classification
The Characters of Classification are to be defined for naval Patrol Boats according to Guidelines for
Classification and Surveys (Pt.9, Vol.1), Sec. 2, B and Guidance for Class Notation (Pt.0, Vol.B) as follows:
– for survey and construction supervision by BKI
– if the Patrol Boat has been designed and constructed with the rules and under supervision of
another recognized Classification Society and is subsequently classed with BKI
– N 100 for 100 % compliance with Rule requirements for hull and Class period of 5 years
– and for fully respectively and not fully compliance with the Rule requirements for machinery
– A for 100 % compliance with Rule requirements for hull and Class period of 5 years
– all other Characters of Classification are identical to point 2.1 and Guidance for Class Notation (Pt.0,
Vol.B).
3. Notations
3.1.1 In Guidelines for Classification and Surveys (Pt.9, Vol.1), Sec. 2, C the Notations originally intended
for Naval Ships are defined and their meaning is explained. Table 2.1 shows a summary of Notations
primarily relevant for Patrol Boats.
3.1.2 The Guidelines for Machinery Condition Monitoring (Pt.1, Vol.3) have been changed since the
issuance of the Navy Guidelines. Only the Survey Arrangement CM is currently valid.
3.1.3 The Rules for Dynamic Positioning Systems (Pt.4, Vol.II) Sec 1, E.2 and Guidance For Class Notation
(Pt. 0, Vol.B) are under revision and there will be five Notations in future:
– DP 0 : loss of position in event of one single failure
– DP 1 : loss of position in event of one single failure, special redundancy requirements fulfilled
– DP 2 : no loss of position in event of one single failure in any active component or system, static
components will not be considered to fail
– DP 3 : no loss of position in event of one single failure in any active or static component or system,
applies also to failure of one compartment due to fire or flooding
– DP 3 (DP 2) : a single inadvertent action shall be considered as a single fault, if such action is
reasonably probable
For these Notations also see Guidance for Class Notation (Pt.0, Vol.B) and Table 2.1.
The ship type Notation PATROL BOAT is only valid for small watercraft from 6 to 24 m in length. For Patrol
Boats, Patrol vessels or ships above 24 m in length, the ship type Notation PATROL will be assigned, see
Guidance for Class Notation (Pt. 0, Vol.B).
For small Patrol Boats up to 24 m in length which are designed according to the Rules for Small Vessels up
to 24 m (Pt.3, Vol.VII) the Notations I to V for restricted range of service may be assigned according to
Guidance for Class Notation (Pt.0, Vol. B).
Patrol Boats complying with the following Rule requirements for a restricted service area only will have the
Notations specified below affixed to their Character of Classification, compare Guidance for Class Notation
(Pt.0, Vol.B). According to these Notations the service range coefficient c RW for determination of design
loads is to be determined on a case by case basis, see also the Guidelines for Hull Structures and Ship
Equipment (Pt.9, Vol.2), Sec. 5, A.3.
– P : This area of service is restricted, in general, to operation along the coast, provided that the
distance to the nearest port of refuge as well as the offshore distance do not exceed 200 nautical
miles.
– L : This area of service is restricted, in general, to trade along the coasts, provided that the distance
to the nearest port of refuge as well as the offshore distance do not exceed 50 nautical miles.
Where a permissible distance of less than 50 nautical miles has been fixed for a Patrol Boat, the
relevant distance will be indicated in the Class Certificate.
– T : This area of service for sheltered waters is restricted to trade in shoals, bays, haffs and firths or
similar waters, where heavy seas do not occur
Table 2.1 Summary of Notations primarily relevant for Patrol Boats (structured according to Naval Ships
Technology)
Ship Operation
Classification and Hull Structures and Electrical
Propulsion Plants Installation and
Surveys Ship Equipment Installations/Automation
Auxiliary Systems
Ship type: Ambient conditions: Redundant Automation:
PATROL BOAT AC1 propulsion and OT-N
PATROL ACS steering system: OT-Nnh
RP1x % or:
Special types: Material: RP2x % OT
CATAMARAN HIGHER STRENGTH RP3x % OT-nh
WATER JET HULL STRUCTURAL OT-S
STEEL Navigation in ice:
Novel design: ES 1 to ES 4 Remote Control:
EXP ALUMINIUM RC
Dynamic
Certificate of FRP positioning:
Conformity: DP 0
CoC Rational ship DP 1
design: DP 2
Bridge design: RSD DP 3
NAV-O,
NAV-OC In water survey:
IW
Structural fire
protection:
SFP
Navigation in ice:
ES
Emergency
response service:
ERS
Restricted service
area:
P
L
T
Ranges of service,
small boats:
I to V
The Notations may possibly be assigned on the basis of the seaway conditions prevailing in the respective
service area (e. g. official seaway statistics).
Observance of the range of service boundaries is a prerequisite for validity of the Class.
If remote control of the main propulsion plant from the bridge shall be provided, for Patrol Boat with a
length L ≤ 48 m, the Notation RC may be assigned if the requirements defined in Section 6, D of the Rules
are met.
The application of other Notations for Patrol Boats may be discussed and is to be agreed with BKI.
C. Surveys
Detailed information about:
– general indications for surveys
– surveys required by Naval Authorities and other Owners/Operators on account of international
conventions, etc.
– annual, intermediate and Class renewal surveys
– dry docking surveys
– in-water surveys
– thickness measurements and corrosion tolerances (including a Table for minimum thickness
requirements)
– damage and repair surveys
and the relevant requirements to be applied are defined for naval Patrol Boats in Guidelines for
Classification and Surveys (Pt.9, Vol.I) Sec. 3 and for all other Patrol Boats in Rules for Classification and
Surveys (Pt.1, Vol.I) Sec. 3.
D. Certification B-C-D
1. Scope
Certification essentially means the detailed investigation of a component or a system provided for Patrol
Boats which includes:
– examination of design documents, construction plans and material specifications in comparison with
the applicable rules and regulations defined in Section 1, D or in comparison with other regulations
to be agreed case by case
– supervision of construction/fabrication
– testing after completion
– surveys during life time are only scheduled, if specially agreed
2. Application
2.1 The application for Certification is to be made in writing to BKI by the manufacturer or operator.
2.2 Documents for the component/equipment are generally to be submitted to BKI in electronically
for approval. The scope of the documents to be submitted depends on the type and equipment and is to
be agreed on case by case basis, compare also the listing given in Section 1, C.
2.3 Surveys which have to be performed by BKI are to be made known to BKI in due time.
3. Certificate
3.1 After completion and successful testing a Certificate will be issued for the component/system by
BKI.
3.1 The Certificate certifies the technical condition of the component/system at the time of the tests
and approvals by BKI. In addition it will be confirmed that no safety reservations are opposing the operation
of the component/system. D
3.2 The validity of the Certificate is 5 years at maximum and can be prolonged after renewed tests.
The Certificate looses its validity if substantial changes have been performed respectively if the
component/system has been severely damaged and the change or the repair has not been agreed and
approved by BKI.
Preamble
The sequence of guiding through this Section is done according to the Guidelines for Hull Structures and
Ship Equipment (Pt.9, Vol.2). The Section number of the Naval Guidelines is marked with an additional N.
Section 1N – General
2.1 Buoyancy
The selection procedure for applicable rules and regulations for watertight and weathertight integrity of
Patrol Boats is shown in Fig. 3.1. The Naval Guidelines are still valid if a Naval Authority is the Owner, for
other Owners other rules and regulations may be applied according to the shown selection parameters.
Fig. 3.1 Selection of rules, guidelines and regulations for the watertight/weathertight integrity
The Guidelines for Hull Structures and Ship Equipment (Pt.9, Vol.2) Sec. 9 and 19 are to be applied and for
Patrol Boats the following requirements are to be considered:
Section 9N, B. : Arrangement and Design of Watertight Bulkheads
Section 19N, D. : Openings in Hull and Superstructures to
G. : Ventilators and
M. : Guard Rails
The Rules for Small Vessel up to 24 m (Pt. 3, Vol.VII) Sec. 5, A have to be applied and for Patrol Boats the
following requirements are to be considered:
Patrol Boats have to be classified in Operating Categories I, II, III, IV and V. These categories are defined in
Guidance for Class Notations (Pt.0, Vol.B) Sec. 1, F in detail.
2.1.3.1 General
The requirements defined hereinafter are to be checked by calculation and/or by trials with the prototype
craft in the fully loaded ready for use condition. Trials are to be carried out under the supervision of a BKI
Surveyor.
Details of the execution of the trials are laid down by BKI Head Office.
The maximum number of person on board shall follow the recommendation given in Annex H of the Rules
for Small Vessel up to 24 m (Pt.3, Vol.VII).
2.1.3.3 Freeboard
A relevant recommendation is listed in Annex H of the Rules for Small Vessel up to 24 m (Pt.3, Vol.VII).
Rules for High Speed Craft (Pt.3, Vol.III) Sec. 2 have to be applied and for Patrol Boats the following
requirements are to be considered:
– C2.1.8: Number and location of bulkheads
– 2.2: Intact buoyancy and watertight and weathertight integrity
– 2.2.5 Indicators and surveillance to 2.2.11 Freeing ports
– 2.9: Marking and recording of the design waterline
2.1.5 Patrol Boats with L ≥ 24 m and International Convention of Load Lines 1966/88 to be applied
Rules for Hull (Pt.1, Vol.II) Sec. 11 to 36 are to be applied and for Patrol Boats the following requirements
are to be considered:
Section 11, A.: Watertight Bulkheads, General
Section 17, A.: Hatchways, General
Section 17, D.: Smaller Openings and Hatches
Section 18, E.1 to E.5: Chain locker, as far as applicable
Section 21, D.: Side Scuttles, Windows and Skylights to G.: Ventilators
Section 21, Q: Protection of the Crew, see also Section 19N
Section 36, F.: External openings
For doors and access openings the Guidelines for Hull Structures and Ship Equipment (Pt.9, Vol.2) Sec. 19,
D. shall be applied.
A selection procedure for the applicable rules and regulations concerning stability of Patrol Boats is given
in Fig. 3.2.
Besides the requirements on intact and also damage stability descriptive instructions on the compartment
arrangement given in the rules are to be considered. See also requirements for double bottom in Section
7N.
The Guidelines for Hull Structures and Ship Equipment (Pt.9, Vol.2) Sec. 2 are to be applied.
For other Authorities the rules and regulations as shown in Fig. 3.2 are to be applied.
The investigation of damage stability and the application of the relevant criteria can in general be waived
if the length of the Patrol Boat is below 24 m, see Rules for Small Vessel up to 24 m (Pt.3, Vol.VII). For
designs according to the Rules for Yachts (Pt.3, Vol.IX) damage stability may in general also not be
investigated for Patrol Boats with a length below 48 m. Damage stability may be investigated on request
by Owners/Operators.
If appropriate, the intact stability requirements according to the International Code on Intact Stability, 2008
can be applied for Yachts and Boats (regardless of length).
The marking of non-naval Patrol Boats is to be provided according to the Rules for Hull (Pt.1, Vol.II)
Annex A.
The selection procedure for applicable rules and regulations for the hull structure of Patrol Boats is shown
in Fig. 3.3.
For determining the hull structure of Patrol Boats made of steel and aluminium alloys in principle the
Guidelines for Hull Structures and Ship Equipment (Pt.9, Vol.2) are to be applied. As shown in Fig. 3.3 special
loads and equipment requirements are added from other BKI Rules, especially from the Rules for High
Speed Craft (Pt.3, Vol.III).
Minimum plate thicknesses for steel and aluminium (except keel and shell plating):
– The minimum thickness of strength relevant structural plating is not be less than 2,5 mm
– The minimum thickness of independent tanks is 2,0 mm excluding corrosion additions.
– Minor thicknesses are subject of separate approval.
Hull structures made of aluminium are to be designed according to the Guidelines for Hull Structures and
Ship Equipment (Pt.9, Vol.2) considering the materials requirements and conversion rules from steel to
aluminium according to Section 3, D. of these Rules.
Hull structures made of fibre reinforced plastics are to be designed according to the Rules for High Speed
Craft (Pt.3, Vol.III) Sec. 3, C3.1.4.14, C3.2.6 and C3.8.
Designs using other materials have to be agreed with BKI case by case.
4.6 Catamarans
For Patrol Boats in form of catamarans the requirements for direct calculations and transverse strength are
defined in the Rules for High Speed Craft (Pt.3, Vol.III) Sec. 3 under C3.1.2 respectively C3.7.3.2.
The supporting structures of waterjets are dimensioned according to the Rules for High Speed Craft (Pt.3,
Vol.III) Sec. 3, C.3.9.2.
For Patrol Boats with an expected maximum continuous ahead speed VHSC ≥ 7,16 ∙ 1/6 [V in knots, in
tonnes] special overall and local loads from the Rules for High Speed Craft (Pt.3, Vol.III) Sec. 3, C3.4 and
C3.5 are to be applied for dimensioning of the hull structures according to the Guidelines for Hull Structures
and Ship Equipment (Pt.9, Vol.2) compare Fig. 3.3.
5.2 Catamarans
For Patrol Boats the catamaran bending and torsional moments as well shear forces are defined in the
Rules for High Speed Craft (Pt.3, Vol.III) Sec.3 under C3.4.2.
5.3 SWATH
For Patrol Boats in the form of small waterplane area twin-hull (SWATH) the main loads, which are the side
beam force and the transverse bending moments are defined in the Rules for High Speed Craft (Pt.3, Vol.III)
Sec. 3, C3.4.3 independent of the boat’s speed.
Fig. 3.3 Selection of rules, guidelines and regulations for the design of hull structures
Restricted Service Area Notations are defined to determine the design loads for Patrol Boats with certain
service areas, see Section 2, B.3.2.3.
For Patrol Boats with a service speed above V ≥ 7,16 ∙ 1/6 [V in knots, in tonnes] a speed/wave restriction
curve will be defined by BKI. Additionally a speed/wave restriction curve may be defined for catamaran and
SWATH types of Patrol Boats with speeds less than V.
7.1 A double bottom extending from the collision bulkhead to the after peak bulkhead is to be
arranged as far as practicable and compatible with the design and mission of the Patrol Boat.
For large Patrol Boats with more than 500 GT a double bottom according to SOLAS Chapter II-1, Regulation
9 has to be provided.
7.2 Special requirements resulting from applicable rules for subdivision and stability have to be
considered.
The following Sections are valid as defined in the Naval Ships Technology (Pt.9):
The investigations and requirements of this Section are not subject to Classification of Patrol Boats. For
noise, vibration and shock additional services can be offered by BKI on special request.
16.1 Acoustics
Noise limits for working and living spaces should be contractually agreed between Owner and Shipyard and
shall also to be in accordance with flag state requirements.
Appropriate noise limits may be agreed on with the assistance of the International Maritime Organization
(IMO), MSC. 337(91) and ISO 6954 as well as limits shown in Naval Ships Technology. Thereby it is most
important that size, speed and task of the Patrol Boat will be considered in each case.
BKI recommend to conduct the Noise Prediction Analysis already in the early design stage of the vessel to
ensure that the agreed noise limits can be met.
16.2 Vibration
In general shock strength is not part of Classification. If shock loads have to be considered for Patrol Boats,
the requirements in this sub-section shall be applied. The shock response spectra valid for the Patrol Boat
have to be agreed between Naval Authority, the shipyard and BKI.
Note
Numerical analyses of shock strength for hull structures and machinery equipment are offered by BKI as a
consultancy service.
18.1 The minimum anchoring, mooring and towing equipment is to be determined according to the
Guidelines for Hull Structures and Ship Equipment (Pt.9, Vol.2) Sec. 18.
18.2 For multihull Patrol Boats the equipment numeral is to be defined in analogous way, details are
given in the Rules for High Speed Craft (Pt.3, Vol.III) Sec. C6.5.2, compare also Fig. 3.3.
18.3 Steel wire and synthetic fibre ropes instead of chain cables may be used for Patrol Boats according
to the Rules for High Speed Craft (Pt.3, Vol.III) Sec. C6.5.5 or C6.5.6, respectively.
19.1 Guard rails or bulwarks are in general to have a height of minimum 1,0 m above deck.
The maximum permissible distance between the stanchions is 1,6 meter. A design load of 750 N/m in
general or 200 N/m intended for only use in harbour condition, respectively, can be taken at the upper
end. The permissible bending stress is ReH/1,5 for steel or 0,7 Rp0,2 for aluminium structures, respectively
For fast Patrol Boats where high accelerations are to be expected, adequate seats which are able to
withstand these accelerations are to be provided for all members of the crew.
For fast Patrol Boats where high accelerations are to be expected, stores and lockers for goods and
provisions are to be equipped with adequate means of securing the content against shifting and damage.
If it can be expected that one of the missions of the Patrol Boat will include operations to rescue persons
drifting in the sea, on the main deck and at the boat’s sides measures to establish a rescue zone are to be
provided. This zone is to be equipped with equipment to help or even lift persons on board and shall be
situated in a safe distance from hull appendages and the operation of the propellers.
It shall be possible to have visual control of this zone from the bridge and in the night adequate illumination
of the zone has to be provided.
20.1 The terms used in this Section are as defined in SOLAS 74 as amended.
To comply with the Rules for Small Vessel up to 24 m (Pt.3, Vol.VII) Sec. 5, B "Fire Protection".
20.2.2.1 Boats of less than 500 GT made of steel or other equivalent material
To comply with IACS Recommendation No. 99, Sec. 2 "Fire Safety Measures".
20.2.2.2 Boats of 500 GT and over made of steel or other equivalent material
To comply with the Rules for Hull (Pt.1, Vol.II) Sec. 22, E "Cargo Ships of 500 GT and over".
To comply with Rules for High Speed Craft (Pt.1, Vol.III) Sec. 4.7 "Exits and Means of Escape" and 7 "Fire
and Safety" as applicable for cargo craft. The application of these Rules is subject to the following
conditions:
– Boats do not proceed during their voyage more than 8 hours at 90 % of maximum speed from a
place of refuge.
– All persons on board can abandon the ship within a period less than the structural fire protection
time for major fire hazard areas.
– Boats are capable of maintaining the main functions and safety systems of unaffected spaces after
fire in any one compartment on board. Boats need not be able to return to a place of refuge under
their own power.
20.3 Boats with more than 12 non-crew personnel but not more than 60 persons on board
To comply with the Guidelines for Hull Structures and Ship Equipment (Pt.9, Vol.2) Sec. 20 "Structural Fire
Protection".
The flowchart in Fig. 3.4 gives an overview of the application of the BKI Rules for Patrol Boats.
The following Sections are in general not applicable for Patrol Boats:
23.1 In general for Patrol Boats only a winching area for vertical transfer of personnel and light supplies
has to be provided. If there would be a helicopter landing deck (even without refuelling system), then a fire
fighting system will be required, see the Guidelines for Ship Operation Installations and Auxiliary Systems
(Pt.9, Vol.6) Sec. 9.
Preamble
The sequence of guiding through this Section for the propulsion plant of Patrol Boats is done according to
the Guidelines for Propulsion Plants (Pt.9, Vol.3).
As far as no comments are given in the following, this part of the Naval Guideline is valid for all types of
Patrol Boats.
The multi-engine systems COGAG and COGOG solely with gas turbines are very unlikely for Patrol Boats.
In Table 3.3 for approved materials and type of test Certificate the new designations for test Certificates
are to be used. The references in the second column should be taken from the Rules for Materials (Pt.1,
Vol.V) Sec. 1, H.
New reference can be used to Guidance for Sea Trials of Motor Vessels (Pt.1, Vol.B).
Reference is made to the Rules for Machinery Installations (Pt.1, Vol.III) Sec. 2, F.4. and the extended
requirements for the relevant safety devices.
The requirement is refer to Rules for Machinery Installations (Pt.1, Vol.III) Sec. 2, I and J. and Table 2.6
For the arrangement of the shaft bearings of the propulsion plant an alignment calculation, including
alignment instruction, has to be submitted. With consent of BKI for shafting with an intermediate shaft
diameter < 200 mm the alignment calculation may be waived.
Patrol Boats it may be discussed with BKI if only one filter and an alarm for obstruction are sufficient for
special cases like very small boats, etc.
A. General A
1. Selection of rules
The selection procedure for applicable rules and regulations for electrical installations of Patrol Boats is
defined in Fig. 5.1.
If in this Section emergency electrical power supply is mentioned and the Patrol Boat is provided with two
independent electrical power stations, the second power station takes over the role of the emergency
power supply.
As far as no comments to the Guidelines for Electrical Installations (Pt.9, Vol.4) Sec. 1 to 16 are given in the
following, the requirements therein are valid for all types of Naval Patrol Boats.
The sequence of guiding through the different requirements is done according to the Sections of that
Chapter.
Especially for smaller Patrol Boats it will not always be possible to group the generating sets into two power
stations. If reduced requirements for combat survivability are acceptable, instead of a second power station
an independent emergency power supply can be provided, compare also Section 1N, B.1.6.
For the ventilation of such spaces it is recommended to consider also the requirements contained in the
Rules for Electrical Installations (Pt.1, Vol.IV) Sec. 2, C.3.
Where batteries are fitted for use for essential and emergency services it is recommended to compile and
maintain a schedule of such batteries. The information to be included is defined in the Rules for Electrical
Installations (Pt.1, Vol.IV) Sec. 2, C.8.
Systems with medium voltages will in general not be applicable for Patrol Boats.
To be considered additionally:
If the star points of generators running in parallel are earthed, the waveforms of the phase voltages should
coincide. It is to ensure that the transient current due to harmonics in the neutral point connection does
not exceed 20 % of the rated current of the machine with the lowest output.
In rating the emergency source of electrical power, consideration is to be given, where applicable, to other
consumers required to protect the main propulsion plant in the event of a failure of the main source of
electrical power. Such consumers may, for example, include the emergency lubricating oil supply and the
turning gear on turbine plants. The measures to be taken are to be agreed with BKI in each particular case.
For definitions, design and construction, etc. see also Rules for Electrical Installations (Pt.1, Vol.IV)
Sec. 20, D.4.
It seems that the practical installation of such a system depends on the size of the Patrol Boat, for limited
sizes it should be discussed with BKI.
Figure 5.1 Selection of rules, guidelines and regulations for electrical installations and automation
As already discussed in 2.1 smaller patrol boats may not be always in the position to have two equal power
stations. If the power stations differ with regard to equipment and output, the interconnection feeder shall
be rated for at least the output of the biggest generator. The interconnection feeders shall be connected
by means of circuit breakers in each power station switchboard.
If reduced requirements for combat manoeuvrability are acceptable - especially for smaller Patrol Boats -
one main and one auxiliary steering gear may be provided instead of 2 main steering gears.
7.6 Fans
In case of danger for persons by working with stabilizers, a local emergency stop device shall be installed.
Systems with medium voltage installations will in general not be applicable for Patrol Boats.
11.1 Especially for smaller Patrol Boats it may be discussed with BKI if some of the 6 types of lighting
may not be provided. Probably the reserve lighting and/or the escape route lighting could be subject of
discussion.
For the rating of cables used to supply group of winches see the Rules for Electrical Installations (Pt.1,
Vol.IV) Sec. 12, C.2.
12.3 Measures for limitation of the propagation of fire along cable and wire bundles
The measures defined in the Rules for Electrical Installations (Pt.1, Vol.IV) Sec. 12, D.14. including
explanatory sketches are recommended.
12.4 Emergency services required to be operable if cables are under fire conditions
Electrically powered low location lighting is not required for Patrol Boats, but fluorescent strips showing
escape way and direction are recommended.
Definitions, requirements for design and construction as well as for performance of uninterruptible power
supplies are contained in the Rules for Electrical Installations (Pt.1, Vol.IV) Sec. 20, D.4.
The requirements for fire stops using partitions or coatings are listed in the Rules for Electrical Installations
(Pt.1, Vol.IV) Sec. 12, D.14.
The fire extinguishing equipment shall be tested to an international standard (ISO 15371:2015 "Fire
extinguishing systems for protection of galley deep fat cooking equipment")
An alarm for indicating operation of the fire extinguishing system in the galley where the equipment is
installed has to be fitted.
Section 15N – Additional Rules for Ships for the Carriage of Motor Vehicles
1.1.2 If other types as lead-acid or nickel cadmium batteries are planned, this has to be agreed with
BKI.
1.1.3 Ventilation of battery compartments is primarily to be provided for lead-acid batteries. Reference
is made to the Rules for Electrical Installations (Pt.1, Vol.IV) Sec. 2, C.4.
For non-naval Patrol Boats the following emergency consumers are to be considered:
– emergency lighting
– navigation lights
– radio equipment
– fire detection and fire alarm system, as far as applicable
– fire extinguishing equipment, as far as applicable
– internal signal and communication system, general alarm
1.3.1 A power balance for main power supply as well as for emergency power supply is to be
established under consideration of simultaneous operation.
1.3.2 If only one main generator is provided, its performance shall be designed for at least 110 % of the
maximum required power according to the power balance.
1.3.3 Switching-on and switching-off of the greatest consumer shall be possible (without battery
buffering).
For the rules and regulations defined in Fig. 5.1 the following minimum required durations of emergency
electrical power supply are to be considered:
– Rules for small vessel up to 24 m (Pt.3, Vol.VII): 8 hours
– Rules for Hull (Pt.1 Vol.II) Sec. 29, II Special Purpose Ships: 18 hours
– Rules for Yachts (Pt.3, Vol.IX): 12 hours
– Rules for Electrical Installations (Pt.1, Vol.IV): 18 hours
– Rules for High Speed Craft (Pt.3, Vol.III): 5 resp. 12 hours
Outer metallic wire braids shall have a coating of protective paint, which shall be lead-free and flame
retardant. The paint shall be of sufficiently low viscosity when applied to enable it to penetrate readily into
the wire braid. When dry, it shall not flake off when the cable is bent around a mandrel with a diameter of
15 times that of the cable.
In three-phase systems with hull return the asymmetry of the currents in the three conductors of three
core cables shall not exceed 20 A.
Further design details are contained in the Rules for Electrical Installations (Pt.1, Vol.IV) Sec. 12, D.6.
Only cables without hull return are permitted in refrigerated rooms and in associated air cooler spaces. The
earthing conductors shall be run together with the other cables from the relevant distribution panes.
3. Tests
There is the possibility that certain products may be tested on the manufacturer's own responsibility if the
following preconditions are fulfilled:
Reference is made to the Guidelines for the Inspection of Mechanical and Electrotechnical Products.
Section 6 Automation
A. General.......................................................................................................................................... 6–1
B. Requirements according to Naval Ships Technology ................................................................. 6–1
Section 1N – General Rules and Instructions .................................................................................... 6–2
Section 2N – Range and Control of Monitoring Equipment ............................................................. 6–2
Section 3N – Basic Requirements....................................................................................................... 6–2
Section 4N – Automation Systems ..................................................................................................... 6–2
Section 5N – Main Propulsion Plant ................................................................................................... 6–2
Section 6N – Auxiliary Machinery Systems ........................................................................................ 6–2
Section 7N – Integrated Systems ....................................................................................................... 6–2
Section 8N – Test ................................................................................................................................ 6–2
Section 9N – Sensors, Stand-By Circuits and Remote-Control Facilities .......................................... 6–2
Section 10N – Spare Parts .................................................................................................................. 6–3
C. Requirements for Non-Naval Patrol Boats.................................................................................. 6–3
D. Remote Control ............................................................................................................................ 6–3
A. General A-B
1. Selection of rules
The selection procedure for applicable rules and regulations for automation of Patrol Boats is defined in
Fig. 5.1.
1. As far as no comments to the Guidelines for Automation (Pt.9. Vol.7) Sec. 1 to 12 are given in the
following, the requirements therein are valid for all types of Naval Patrol Boats.
2. The sequence of guiding through the different requirements is done according to the Sections of
that Guidelines.
3. The Guidelines are mainly emphasizing the automation of naval ship types from frigate size
upwards. Therefore it has to be thought by the Owner, if the requirements for unmanned machinery spaces
as defined in the Rules for Automation (Pt.1, Vol.VII) are more suitable for the actual Patrol Boat.
The Class Notation RC may be assigned if remote control of the main engines meets the requirements of
the actual Patrol Boats, see D.
General requirements for duty alarm systems are contained in the Rules for Automation (Pt.1, Vol.VII)
Sec. 4, B.
The required time for the power supply by the UPS system is with 1 hour significantly higher than the time
of 0,25 hour defined in the Rules for Automations (Pt.1, Vol.VII) Sec. 4, A.13. For Patrol Boats other times
may be discussed and agreed with BKI.
For Patrol Boats the submission for approval of a Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA) for multi-shaft
systems may be dispensed if agreed with BKI.
5.2 The other requirements are valid to be applied for Patrol Boats.
6.1 General
In this Section several requirements are included which will often not be applicable for Patrol Boats in full
extent. These subjects, like e.g. ship stabilizer plants, chilled water units, etc. have to be discussed with BKI
case by case.
Section is valid to be applied for Patrol Boats. It has to be discussed with the Owner if the requirements of
this Section are to be envisaged for Patrol Boats.
Section 8N – Test
2. In each machinery space bilge at least 2 high level sensors are to be provided.
3. Patrol Boats having machinery plants built, equipped, surveyed and tested in compliance with the
remaining requirements may be assigned the Class Notation RC Remote Control.
Preamble
The sequence of guiding through this Section for machinery auxiliary installations and systems for Patrol
Boats is done according to the Guidelines for Ship Operation Installations and Auxiliary Systems (Pt.9, Vol.6).
As far as no comments are given in the following the Naval Rules are valid for all types of Patrol Boats.
4.1 For Patrol Boats mainly the Sub-Section D. Systems for Replenishment of Liquids via the Stern will
be applicable.
5.1 For the unlikely case that the length of a Patrol Boat L is ≥ 80 m and where the height of the
exposed deck is less than 0,1 · L the attachment of the windlass located within the forward quarter length
of the Boat has to resist green sea forces. The special strength requirements for such a case are defined in
the Rules for Machinery Installations (Pt.1, Vol.III) Sec. 14, D.4.3.
6.1 In connection with A.2.5 defining the starting of multi-engines installations with compressed air
the Guidance for the Sea Trials of Motor Vessels (Pt.1, Vol.B) Annex A (F0-F5) may be observed.
Section 7N – Storage of Liquid Fuels, Lubricating and Hydraulic Oils as well as Oil Residues
A selection procedure for the applicable rules concerning storage of liquids in tanks of Patrol Boats is given
in Fig. 7.1.
7.2.1 The Guidelines for Ship Operation Installations and Auxiliary Systems (Pt.9, Vol.6) Sec. 7 are to be
applied and for Patrol Boats the following requirements are to be considered:
7.2.2 If tank heating for liquid fuels becomes necessary (e.g. for Patrol Boats with ice class), the
requirements of the Rules for Machinery Installations (Pt.1, Vol.III) Sec. 10, B.5. (Tank heating system) are
to be considered.
7.2.3 In general storage of aviation fuel according to D. will not be applicable for Patrol Boats.
The Rules for Small Vessel up to 24 m (Pt.3, Vol.VII) Sec. 3, D. are to be applied and the following
requirements are to be considered:
7.3.2 The storage of gasoline/petrol and gasoline tanks are not permitted for the propulsion of the
Patrol Boat as outboard motors are excluded, compare Section 1, A.2.2.
If petrol is needed for the outboard motors of dinghies or tender boats to the Patrol Boat then the
requirements according to the Guidelines for Ship Operation Installations and Auxiliary Installations (Pt.9,
Vol.6) Sec. 7, B.6. are to be considered.
Fig. 7.1 Selection of rules, guidelines and regulations for tanks, piping systems and pumps
A selection procedure for the applicable rules and regulations concerning piping systems, valves and pumps
of Patrol Boats is given in Fig. 7.1.
8.2.1 The Guidelines for Ship Operation Installations and Auxiliary Systems (Pt.9, Vol.6) Sec. 8 are to be
applied and for Patrol Boats the following requirements are to be considered:
8.2.2 If plastic pipe systems shall be installed, the requirements of the Rules for Machinery Installations
(Pt.1, Vol.III) Sec. 11, B.2.6 are to be considered. Plastic pipes are pipe class III and need a Manufacturer
Test Report for approval.
8.2.3 Testing of materials under supervision of BKI is only necessary for pressure pipes with nominal
diameter DN > 50 mm, see Rules for Machinery Installations (Pt.1, Vol.III) Table 11.4
8.2.4 Pipes of aluminium or aluminium alloys are pipe class I or II and need for PB x DN > 1500 a BKI
Material Certificate and for PB x DN ≤ 1500 a Manufacturer Inspection Certificate for approval.
Patrol Boats shall meet the requirements of the Rules for Small Vessel up to 24 m (Pt.3, Vol.VII) Sec. 3 and
additional requirements defined case by case.
8.4.1 On principle Patrol Boats shall meet the requirements of the Rules for Machinery Installations
(Pt.1, Vol.III) Sec. 11 for "cargo ships" as far as applicable.
The exceptions from this principle and/or special, deviating requirements are defined in the Rules for Yachts
(Pt.3, Vol. IX) Sec. 1, C.7.
8.4.2 For Patrol Boats of a length 48 m, Manufacturer Inspection Certificates according to the Rules
for Materials (Pt.1, Vol.V) Sec. 1, H are sufficient for materials of fittings and valves in pipe classes I and II.
8.5.1 Patrol Boats shall meet the requirements of the Rules for Machinery Installations (Pt.1, Vol.III) for
“cargo ships" as far as applicable.
8.6.1 If the HSC terms according to the Rules for High Speed Craft (Pt.3, Vol.III) Sec. 1, 1.3 (Application)
are met, the requirements for Auxiliary Systems of Section 10, Part A are to be considered.
The selection procedure for applicable rules and regulations for fire extinguishing systems of Patrol Boats
is defined in Fig. 7.2. The Naval Rules are still valid if a Naval Authority is the Owner, for other Authorities
other rules and regulations may be applied according to the shown selection parameters.
The Guidelines for Ship Operation Installations and Auxiliary Systems (Pt.9, Vol.6) Sec. 9 are to be applied.
For requirement fixed fire-extinguishing systems and spaces/areas to be protected shall comply with Table
7.1.
For Patrol Boats other than naval Patrol Boats the rules and regulations as shown in Fig. 7.2 are to be
applied.
10.1 It can be assumed that only some waste compacting is applicable to Patrol Boats.
11.1 NBC Protection according to B. – NBC Protection Plants and C. – Ventilation of Spaces inside the
Citadel is in general not relevant for Patrol Boats as there will be no place for additional equipment and
spaces.
14.1 Testing of materials under supervision of BKI is only necessary for pressure pipes with nominal
diameter DN > 50 mm, compare Rules for Machinery Installations (Pt. 1, Vol. III) Sec. 11, Table 11.3.
It is recommended to perform the testing of gas cylinders according to the Rules for Machinery Installations
(Pt.1, Vol.III) Sec. 8, G.5. Recognition of other tests may be agreed, if the requirements defined in the Rules
for Machinery Installations (Pt.1, Vol.III) Sec. 8, G.7. are considered.
17.1 As boilers will in general not be provided for Patrol Boats this Section is in general not relevant.
18.1 The content of this Section is still valid, but in general systems for production, bottling and storage
of breathing gases will not be installed aboard Patrol Boats.
Depending on the Class Notation P, L, T it may be discussed with BKI to determine an adequate amount of
spare parts in similar way as practiced in the Rules for Machinery Installations (Pt.1, Vol.III) Sec. 17.
Fig. 7.2 Selection of rules, guidelines and regulations for fire extinguishing systems