classification of newly built vessels
1.The request for classification of new constructions is to be submitted to MMCS by the shipyard or ship owner in the form provided by MMCS. The request is to include complete details regarding class notation and statutory certificates required, where applicable.
2.Where orders for major machinery and equipment are placed on manufacturer or suppliers, MMCS will have to be informed. Responsibility for compliance with MMCS Rules and Regulations shall be with the manufactures/ suppliers.
3.plans and particulars as specified in the Rules will have to be submitted to MMCS in triplicate sufficiently in advance of commencement of construction. One copy with stamp of approval will be returned. Any deviation from approved drawings will require to be approved by MMCS prior to execution of work.
MMCS reserves the right to request for additional plans, information or particulars to be submitted.
Approval of plans and calculations by MMCS does not relieve the Builders of their responsibility for the design, construction and installation of the various parts, nor does it absolve the Builders from their duty of carrying out any alterations to the various parts on board deemed necessary by MMCS during construction or installation on board or trials.
4.MMCS will assess the production facilities and procedures of the shipyard and other manufacturers as to whether they meet the requirements of the construction Rules.
5.During construction of a vessel, MMCS will ensure by surveys that parts of hull and machinery requiring approval have been constructed in compliance with approved drawings, all required tests and trials are performed satisfactorily, workmanship is in compliance with current engineering practices and welded parts are produced by qualified welders.
6.All hull, machinery and electrical installations will be subjected to operational trials in the presence of MMCS Surveyor.
7.On completion of the ship copies of as fitted plans showing the ship as built, essential certificates and records, loading manual etc. are to be submitted by the Builder generally prior to issuance of the interim Certificate of Class.
