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Annex

IMO body BLG

No.InstrumentNameIMO bodyRemarks
1A.115(V)Recommendation on the treatment of spaces on board ships for the separation, clarification or purification, and the carriage of slop oilBLG 
2A.328(IX)Code for the Construction and Equipment of Ships Carrying Liquefied Gases in Bulk (GC Code), as amended by MSC 38, MSC 40, MSC 42, MSC/Circ.356, MSC.25(60), MSC.34(63), MSC.60(67), MSC.107 (73) and MSC.182(79)BLGNow IGC Code, but still in force for ships built before 1 July 1986
3A.329(IX)Recommendations Concerning Ships not Covered by the Code For the Construction and Equipment of Ships Carrying Liquefied Gases in Bulk (Existing GC Code), as amended by MSC 38, MSC 40, MSC 42 and MSC 63/23/Add.1, annex 6BLGNow IGC Code, but still in force for ships not covered by GC Code
5A.743(18)Oil tanker safety and marine environmental protectionBLG 
6A.829(19)Guidelines for the evaluation of the adequacy of type C tank vent systemsBLG 
7A.868(20)Guidelines for the control and management of ships ballast water to minimize the transfer of harmful aquatic organisms and pathogens BLG 
8MSC.7(48)Recommendations on chemical tankers and gas carriers constructed before 1 July 1986BLG 
9MSC.225(82)Amendments to the Code for the Construction and Equipment of ships carrying Liquefied Gases in Bulk, as amendedBLG 
10MSC.150(77)Recommendation for material safety data sheets for MARPOL Annex I cargoes and marine fuel oilsBLG 
11MSC.285(86)Interim guidelines on safety for natural gas-fuelled engine installations in shipsBLG 
12MSC.286(86)Recommendations for material safety data sheets (MSDS) for MARPOL Annex I oil cargo and oil fuelBLG 
13MSC/Circ.285Inert gas systems for chemical tankersBLG 
14MSC/Circ.314Calculation of the capacity of foam systems for chemical tankers (Code for the Construction and Equipment of Ships carrying Dangerous Chemicals in Bulk)BLG 
15MSC/Circ.328/Rev.1Carriage of Ethylene Oxide and Endorsement of Certificate of Fitness, GC CodeBLG 
16MSC/Circ.394Procedures for the inspection, cleaning, passivation and loading of tanks for the carriage of certain cargoes (BCH Code and IBC Code)BLG 
17MSC/Circ.495Filter-type respiratory and eye protection equipment (Amendments to the BCH and GC Codes)BLG 
18MSC/Circ.551Cargo tank gauging. Interpretation of the term "closed device" as referred to in paragraph 3.9 in the BCH CodeBLG 
19MSC/Circ.585Standards for vapour emission control systemsBLG 
20MSC/Circ.604Interim arrangements for the assignment of the amended filling limit requirements under chapters 8 and 15 of the Gas Carrier CodeBLG 
21MSC/Circ.879Equivalency arrangement for the carriage of styrene monomerBLG 
22MSC/Circ.929Application of cargo-tank venting requirements to combined chemical tankersBLG 
23MSC/Circ.1095Revised minimum safety standards for ships carrying liquids in bulk containing benzeneBLGRevokes MSC/Circ.752
24MSC/Circ.1116Unified interpretations of the IBC and IGC CodesBLG 
25MSC.1/Circ.1213Interpretation and application of the IGC Code for ships carrying liquefied carbon dioxide in bulkBLG 
26MSC.1/Circ.1220Voluntary structural guidelines for new ships carrying liquids in bulk containing benzeneBLG 
27MSC.1/Circ.1303Guidance on the provision for material safety data sheets when carrying oil or oil fuel, in accordance with SOLAS regulation VI/5-1BLG 
28MSC.1/Circ.1323Unified interpretation of the IBC CodeBLG 
29MSC.1/Circ.1325Missing information on apparatus groups in column i'' of chapter 17 of the IBC CodeBLG 

IMO body BLG

The amendments shows additions or changes to MSC.1/Circ.1371

No.InstrumentNameIMO bodyRemarks
1A.115(V)Recommendation on the treatment of spaces on board ships for the separation, clarification or purification, and the carriage of slop oilBLG 
2A.328(IX)Code for the Construction and Equipment of Ships Carrying Liquefied Gases in Bulk (GC Code), as amended by MSC 38, MSC 40, MSC 42, MSC/Circ.356, MSC.25(60), MSC.34(63), MSC.60(67), MSC.107 (73) and MSC.182(79)BLGNow IGC Code, but still in force for ships built before 1 July 1986
3A.329(IX)Recommendations Concerning Ships not Covered by the Code For the Construction and Equipment of Ships Carrying Liquefied Gases in Bulk (Existing GC Code), as amended by MSC 38, MSC 40, MSC 42 and MSC 63/23/Add.1, annex 6BLGNow IGC Code, but still in force for ships not covered by GC Code
5A.743(18)Oil tanker safety and marine environmental protectionBLG 
6A.829(19)Guidelines for the evaluation of the adequacy of type C tank vent systemsBLG 
7A.868(20)Guidelines for the control and management of ships ballast water to minimize the transfer of harmful aquatic organisms and pathogens BLG 
8MSC.7(48)Recommendations on chemical tankers and gas carriers constructed before 1 July 1986BLG 
9MSC.225(82)Amendments to the Code for the Construction and Equipment of ships carrying Liquefied Gases in Bulk, as amendedBLG 
10MSC.150(77)Recommendation for material safety data sheets for MARPOL Annex I cargoes and marine fuel oilsBLG 
11MSC.285(86)Interim guidelines on safety for natural gas-fuelled engine installations in shipsBLG 
12MSC.286(86)Recommendations for material safety data sheets (MSDS) for MARPOL Annex I oil cargo and oil fuelBLG 
13MSC/Circ.285Inert gas systems for chemical tankersBLG 
14MSC/Circ.314Calculation of the capacity of foam systems for chemical tankers (Code for the Construction and Equipment of Ships carrying Dangerous Chemicals in Bulk)BLG 
15MSC/Circ.328/Rev.1Carriage of Ethylene Oxide and Endorsement of Certificate of Fitness, GC CodeBLG 
16MSC/Circ.394Procedures for the inspection, cleaning, passivation and loading of tanks for the carriage of certain cargoes (BCH Code and IBC Code)BLG 
17MSC/Circ.495Filter-type respiratory and eye protection equipment (Amendments to the BCH and GC Codes)BLG 
18MSC/Circ.551Cargo tank gauging. Interpretation of the term "closed device" as referred to in paragraph 3.9 in the BCH CodeBLG 
19MSC/Circ.585Standards for vapour emission control systemsBLG 
20MSC/Circ.604Interim arrangements for the assignment of the amended filling limit requirements under chapters 8 and 15 of the Gas Carrier CodeBLG 
21MSC/Circ.879Equivalency arrangement for the carriage of styrene monomerBLG 
22MSC/Circ.929Application of cargo-tank venting requirements to combined chemical tankersBLG 
23MSC/Circ.1095Revised minimum safety standards for ships carrying liquids in bulk containing benzeneBLGRevokes MSC/Circ.752
24MSC/Circ.1116Unified interpretations of the IBC and IGC CodesBLG 
25MSC.1/Circ.1213Interpretation and application of the IGC Code for ships carrying liquefied carbon dioxide in bulkBLG 
26MSC.1/Circ.1220Voluntary structural guidelines for new ships carrying liquids in bulk containing benzeneBLG 
27MSC.1/Circ.1303Guidance on the provision for material safety data sheets when carrying oil or oil fuel, in accordance with SOLAS regulation VI/5-1BLG 
28MSC.1/Circ.1323Unified interpretation of the IBC CodeBLG 
29MSC.1/Circ.1325Missing information on apparatus groups in column i'' of chapter 17 of the IBC CodeBLG 
 MSC.1/Circ.1363Interim Guidelines for the construction and equipment of ships carryingnatural gas hydrate pellets (NGHP) in bulkBLG 
 MSC.1/Circ.1401Guidelines on tank entry for tankers using nitrogen as an inerting mediumBLG 

IMO body BLG/DE

No.InstrumentNameIMO bodyRemarks
30MSC/Circ.286Guidelines for uniform application of survival requirements of Bulk Chemical Code and Gas Carrier CodeBLG/DE 

IMO body BLG/SLF

No.InstrumentNameIMO bodyRemarks
31MSC/Circ.406/Rev.1Guidelines on interpretation of the IBC and IGC Codes and guidelines for the uniform application of the survival requirements of the IBC and IGC CodesBLG/SLF 

IMO body BLG/SLF/DSC

No.InstrumentNameIMO bodyRemarks
4A.673(16)Guidelines for the transport and handling of limited amounts of hazardous and noxious liquid substances in bulk in offshore support vessels, as amended by MSC.184(79) and MSC.236(82)BLG/SLF/DSC 

 

IMO body COMSAR

No.InstrumentNameIMO bodyRemarks
32A.525(13)Performance standards for narrow-band direct printing telegraph equipment for the reception of navigational and meteorological warnings and urgent information to shipsCOMSARNow in MSC.148(77), but still in force for equipment installed before 1 July 2005
33A.530(13)Use of radar transponders for search and rescue purposesCOMSAR 
34A.570(14)Type approval of ship-earth stationsCOMSAR 
35A.606(15)Review and evaluation of the Global Maritime Distress and Safety System (GMDSS)COMSARTo be reviewed in parallel with the upcoming Review of the GMDSS
36A.609(15)Performance standards for shipborne VHF radio installations capable of voice communication and digital selective callingCOMSAR 1) Now in A.803 (19), but still in force for equipment installed before 23 November 1996
2) A.385(X) overtaken by time
37A.610(15)Performance standards for shipborne MF radio installations capable of voice communication and digital selective callingCOMSAR Now in A.804(19), but still in force for equipment installed before 23 November 1996
38A.612(15)Performance standards for float-free VHF emergency position-indicating radio beaconsCOMSAR Now in A.805(19), but still in force for equipment installed before 23 November 1996
39A.613(15)Performance standards for shipborne MF/HF radio installations capable of voice communication, narrow-band direct-printing and digital selective callingCOMSAR Now in A.806(19), but still in force for equipment installed before 23 November 1996
40A.662(16)Performance standards for float-free release and activation arrangements for emergency radio equipmentCOMSAR 
41A.663(16)Performance standards for INMARSAT standards-C ship-earth stations capable of transmitting and receiving direct-printing communicationsCOMSARNow in A.807(19), but still in force for equipment installed before 23 November 1996
42A.664(16)Performance standards for enhanced group call equipmentCOMSARTo be revised (Proposed in COMSAR 14/3/4)
43A.696(17)Type approval of satellite Emergency Position-Indicating Radio Beacons (EPIRBs) operating in the COSPAS-SARSAT systemCOMSAR 
44A.698(17)Performance standards for ship earth stations capable of two-way communicationsCOMSARNow A.808(19), but still in force for equipment installed before 23 November 1996
45A.700(17)Performance standards for narrow-band direct-printing telegraph equipment for the reception of navigational and meteorological warnings and urgent information to ships (MS) by HFCOMSAR 
46A.701(17)Carriage of Inmarsat enhanced group call SafetyNET receivers under the Global Maritime Distress and Safety System (GMDSS)COMSARTo be revised (Proposed in COMSAR 14/3/4)
47A.702(17)Radio maintenance guidelines for the Global Maritime Distress and Safety System (GMDSS) related to sea areas A3 and A4COMSAR 
48A.705(17)Recommendation on the promulgation of MSI as amended by MSC.1/Circ.1287COMSAR 
49A.706(17)World-wide navigation warning service, as amended by MSC.1/Circ.1288COMSARMSC.1/Circ.1288 revokes MSC/Circ.685, MSC/Circ.750 and MSC/Circ.957
50A.707(17)Charges for distress, urgency and safety messages through the Inmarsat systemCOMSAR 
51A.762(18)Performance standards for survival craft two-way VHF radiotelephone apparatusCOMSARNow in A.809(19), but still in force for equipment installed before 23 November 1996
52A.763(18)Performance standards for float-free satellite Emergency Position-Indicating Radio Beacons (EPIRBs) operating on 406 MHzCOMSARNow in A.810(19), but still in force for equipment installed before 23 November 1996
53A.801(19)Provision of radio services for the Global Maritime Distress and Safety System (GMDSS), as amended by MSC.199(80)COMSAR 
54A.802(19)Performance standards for survival craft radar transponders for use in search and rescue operations, as amended by MSC.247(83)COMSAR 
55A.803(19)Performance standards for shipborne VHF radio installations capable of voice communication and digital selective calling, as amended by MSC.68(68)COMSARRefer to remarks on A.609(15)
56A.804(19)Performance standards for shipborne MF radio installations capable of voice communication and digital selective calling, as amended by MSC.68(68)COMSARRefer to remarks on A.610(15)
57A.805(19Performance standards for float-free VHF Emergency Position-Indicating Radio BeaconsCOMSARRefer to remarks on A.612(15)
58A.806(19)Performance standards for shipborne MF/HF radio installations capable of voice communication, narrow-band direct-printing and digital selective calling, as amended by MSC.68(68)COMSARRefer to remarks on A.613(15)
59A.807(19)Performance standards for Inmarsat-C ship earth stations capable of transmitting and receiving direct-printing communications, as amended by MSC.68(68)COMSARRefer to remarks on A.663(16)
60A.808(19)Performance standards for ship-earth stations capable of two-way communicationsCOMSARRefer to remarks on A.698(17)
61A.809(19)Performance standards for survival craft two-way VHF radiotelephone apparatusCOMSAR
  1. Annex 1 revised by MSC.149(77)
  2. Refer to A.762(18)
62A.810(19)Performance standards for float-free satellite Emergency Position-Indicating Radio Beacons (EPIRBs) operating on 406 MHz, as amended by MSC.56(66) and MSC.120(74)COMSARRefer to remarks on A.763(18)
63A.811(19)Performance standards for a shipborne integrated radiocommunication system (IRCS) when used in the GMDSSCOMSAR 
64A.814(19)Guidelines for the avoidance of false distress alertsCOMSAR 
65A.887(21)Establishment, updating and retrieval of the information contained in the registration databases for the Global Maritime Distress and Safety System (GMDSS)COMSAR 
66A.894(21)International Aeronautical and Maritime Search and Rescue (IAMSAR) Manual, as amended by MSC/Circ.999, MSC/Circ.1044, MSC/Circ.1080, MSC/Circ.1124, MSC/Circ.1173, MSC.1/Circ.1181, MSC.1/Circ.1289 and MSC.1/Circ.1311COMSAR 
67A.1001(25)Criteria for the provision of mobile satellite communication systems in the Global Maritime Distress and Safety System (GMDSS)COMSARRevokes A.888(21) and MSC/Circ.1077
68COM/Circ.105
and Corr.1
Clarification of certain provisions of the 1988 SOLAS amendments for the GMDSSCOMSAR 
69COM/Circ.108GMDSS operating guidance for masters of ships in distress situationCOMSAR 
70COM/Circ.110 and Corr.1Clarification of SOLAS regulations IV/6.1, IV/6.2.2 and IV/10.1.1.3COMSAR 
71COM/Circ.117Clarification of the application of certain provisions of chapter IV of the SOLAS ConventionCOMSAR 
72COMSAR/Circ.13Shore-to-ship communication during a distressCOMSAR 
73COMSAR/Circ.15Joint IMO/IHO/WMO Manual on Maritime Safety Information (MSI)COMSAR
  1. Revokes COMSAR/Circ.4
  2. To be deleted after 1 January 2011 (to be superseded by MSC.1/Circ.1310 from 1 January 2011)
  3. COM/Circ.124 overtaken by time
74COMSAR/Circ.17Recommendation on use of GMDSS equipment for non-safety communicationsCOMSAR 
75COMSAR/Circ.25Procedure for responding to DSC distress alerts by shipsCOMSARRevokes COMSAR/Circ.2 and COMSAR/Circ.21
76COMSAR/Circ.27Data format for a new combined SAR.2 and SAR.3 circular concerning information on the current availability of SAR servicesCOMSARTo be revised (Proposed in COMSAR 14/6/2)
77COMSAR/Circ.28International NAVTEX serviceCOMSAR 
78COMSAR/Circ.29Guidance for the Voluntary Use of the Standardized Questionnaires and Formats for Reporting False Alerts in Collecting Data on False AlertsCOMSAR 
79COMSAR/Circ.31Guidance for Mass Rescue OperationsCOMSAR 
80COMSAR/Circ.32Harmonization of GMDSS requirements for radio installation on board SOLAS shipsCOMSARCOMSAR/Circ.16 overtaken by time
81COMSAR/Circ.34Clarification on the use of NAVTEX B3 B4 characters = 00 and NAVTEX service areasCOMSAR 
82COMSAR/Circ.35Recommendations on MF/HF DSC test calls to coast stationsCOMSAR 
83COMSAR/Circ.36Broadcast of Warnings for Tsunamis and other natural disastersCOMSAR 
84COMSAR/Circ.37Guidance on Minimum Communication Needs of Maritime Rescue Co-ordination Centres (MRCCs)COMSAR 
85COMSAR/Circ.41Analysis of maritime safety information promulgated via the EGC SafetyNETCOMSAR 
86COMSAR/Circ.45Guidance on distress alertsCOMSAR 
87COMSAR/Circ.46AIS safety-related messagingCOMSAR 
88MSC.80(70)New performance standards for radiocommunication equipmentCOMSAR 
89MSC.130(75)Performance standards for INMARSAT ship-earth stations capable of two-way communicationCOMSAR 
90MSC.131(75)Maintenance of a continuous listening watch on the channel 16 by SOLAS ships whilst at sea and installation of VHF DSC facilities on non-SOLAS shipsCOMSARSupersedes MSC.77(69)
91MSC.148(77)Revised performance standards for narrow-band direct-printing telegraph equipment for the reception of navigational and meteorological warnings and urgent information to shipsCOMSARRefer to remarks on A.525(13)
92MSC.149(77)Revised performance standards for survival craft portable two-way radiotelephone apparatusCOMSARAs replacement for COMSAR/Circ.125
93MSC.246(83)Performance standards for AIS search and rescue transmitters (AIS-SART) for use in search and rescue operationsCOMSARInstalled on or after 1 January 2010
94MSC/Circ.660Proper use of lanyards attached to satellite EPIRBsCOMSAR 
95MSC/Circ.803Participation of non-SOLAS ships in the GMDSSCOMSARMSC/Circ.469 overtaken by time
96MSC/Circ.805Guidance for the use of radio signals by ships under attack or threat of attack from pirates or armed robbersCOMSAR 
97MSC/Circ.862Clarification of certain requirements in IMO performance standards for GMDSS equipmentCOMSAR 
98MSC/Circ.883Maritime safety and ship-earth station barring proceduresCOMSAR 
99MSC/Circ.960Medical assistance at seaCOMSAR 
100MSC/Circ.1038Guidelines for general radiocommunicationsCOMSAR 
101MSC/Circ.1039Guidelines for shore-based maintenance of satellite EPIRBsCOMSAR 
102MSC/Circ.1040Guidelines on annual testing of 406 MHz satellite EPIRBsCOMSARSupersedes MSC/Circ.882
103MSC/Circ.1079Guidelines for preparing plans for cooperation between search and rescue services and passenger ships (in accordance with SOLAS regulation V/7.3)COMSARMSC/Circ.864 and MSC/Circ.1000 overtaken by time
104MSC/Circ.1105Guidance on responsibility and liability issues related to the use of the emergency medical kit/bag and evaluation of its use in emergency incidentsCOMSAR 
105MSC/Circ.1110Matters related to SOLAS regulations XI-2/6 and XI-2/7COMSAR 
106MSC/Circ.1122The revised NAVTEX ManualCOMSAR 
107MSC/Circ.1129Guidance on the establishment of medical and sanitation-related programmes for passenger shipsCOMSAR 
108MSC/Circ.1172Identification of passenger ships, other than ro-ro passenger ships, which should benefit from being equipped with the Emergency Medical Kit/bag (EMK)COMSAR 
109MSC.1/Circ.1182Guide to recovery techniquesCOMSAR 
110MSC.1/Circ.1183Guidelines on the provision of external support as an aid to incident containment for SAR Authorities and others concernedCOMSAR 
111MSC.1/Circ.1184Enhanced contingency planning guidance for passenger ships operating in areas remote from SAR facilitiesCOMSAR 
112MSC.1/Circ.1186Guidelines on training of SAR service personnel working in major incidentsCOMSAR 
113MSC.1/Circ.1210COSPAS-SARSAT International 406 MHz Beacon Registration DatabaseCOMSAR 
114MSC.1/Circ.1218Guidance on exchange of medical information between telemedical assistance services involved in international SAR operationsCOMSAR 
115MSC.1/Circ.1248Minimizing delays in search and rescue response to distress alertsCOMSAR 
116MSC.1/Circ.1249Amendments to the International Aeronautical and Maritime Search and Rescue (IAMSAR) ManualCOMSAREntry into force on 1 June 2008
117MSC.1/Circ.1251Guidelines on the control of ships in an emergencyCOMSAR 
118MSC.1/Circ.1310Revised Joint IMO/IHO/WMO Manual on Maritime Safety Information (MSI)COMSARSupersedes COMSAR/Circ.15 and amendments come into force on 1 January 2011
119MSC.1/Circ.1311Amendments to the International Aeronautical and Maritime Search and Rescue (IAMSAR) ManualCOMSAREntry into force on 1 June 2010

 

IMO body COMSAR

The amendments shows additions or changes to MSC.1/Circ.1371

No.InstrumentNameIMO bodyRemarks
32A.525(13)Performance standards for narrow-band direct printing telegraph equipment for the reception of navigational and meteorological warnings and urgent information to shipsCOMSARNow in MSC.148(77), but still in force for equipment installed before 1 July 2005
33A.530(13)Use of radar transponders for search and rescue purposesCOMSAR 
34A.570(14)Type approval of ship-earth stationsCOMSAR 
35A.606(15)Review and evaluation of the Global Maritime Distress and Safety System (GMDSS)COMSARTo be reviewed in parallel with the upcoming Review of the GMDSS
36A.609(15)Performance standards for shipborne VHF radio installations capable of voice communication and digital selective callingCOMSAR 1) Now in A.803 (19), but still in force for equipment installed before 23 November 1996
2) A.385(X) overtaken by time
37A.610(15)Performance standards for shipborne MF radio installations capable of voice communication and digital selective callingCOMSAR Now in A.804(19), but still in force for equipment installed before 23 November 1996
38A.612(15)Performance standards for float-free VHF emergency position-indicating radio beaconsCOMSAR Now in A.805(19), but still in force for equipment installed before 23 November 1996
39A.613(15)Performance standards for shipborne MF/HF radio installations capable of voice communication, narrow-band direct-printing and digital selective callingCOMSAR Now in A.806(19), but still in force for equipment installed before 23 November 1996
40A.662(16)Performance standards for float-free release and activation arrangements for emergency radio equipmentCOMSAR 
41A.663(16)Performance standards for INMARSAT standards-C ship-earth stations capable of transmitting and receiving direct-printing communicationsCOMSARNow in A.807(19), but still in force for equipment installed before 23 November 1996
42A.664(16)Performance standards for enhanced group call equipmentCOMSARApplies if installed before 1July 2012 (See MSC.306(87))
43A.696(17)Type approval of satellite Emergency Position-Indicating Radio Beacons (EPIRBs) operating in the COSPAS-SARSAT systemCOMSAR 
44A.698(17)Performance standards for ship earth stations capable of two-way communicationsCOMSARNow A.808(19), but still in force for equipment installed before 23 November 1996
45A.700(17)Performance standards for narrow-band direct-printing telegraph equipment for the reception of navigational and meteorological warnings and urgent information to ships (MS) by HFCOMSAR 
46

DELETED

A.701(17)

 

Carriage of Inmarsat enhanced group call SafetyNET receivers under the Global Maritime Distress and Safety System (GMDSS)

 

COMSAR

Obsolete as agreed by COMSAR 14

To be revised (Proposed in COMSAR 14/3/4)

47A.702(17)Radio maintenance guidelines for the Global Maritime Distress and Safety System (GMDSS) related to sea areas A3 and A4COMSAR 
48A.705(17)Recommendation on the promulgation of MSI as amended by MSC.1/Circ.1287COMSAR 
49A.706(17)World-wide navigation warning service, as amended by MSC.1/Circ.1288COMSARMSC.1/Circ.1288 revokes MSC/Circ.685, MSC/Circ.750 and MSC/Circ.957
50A.707(17)Charges for distress, urgency and safety messages through the Inmarsat systemCOMSAR 
51A.762(18)Performance standards for survival craft two-way VHF radiotelephone apparatusCOMSARNow in A.809(19), but still in force for equipment installed before 23 November 1996
52A.763(18)Performance standards for float-free satellite Emergency Position-Indicating Radio Beacons (EPIRBs) operating on 406 MHzCOMSARNow in A.810(19), but still in force for equipment installed before 23 November 1996
53A.801(19)Provision of radio services for the Global Maritime Distress and Safety System (GMDSS), as amended by MSC.199(80)COMSAR 
54A.802(19)Performance standards for survival craft radar transponders for use in search and rescue operations, as amended by MSC.247(83)COMSAR 
55A.803(19)Performance standards for shipborne VHF radio installations capable of voice communication and digital selective calling, as amended by MSC.68(68)COMSARRefer to remarks on A.609(15)
56A.804(19)Performance standards for shipborne MF radio installations capable of voice communication and digital selective calling, as amended by MSC.68(68)COMSARRefer to remarks on A.610(15)
57A.805(19Performance standards for float-free VHF Emergency Position-Indicating Radio BeaconsCOMSARRefer to remarks on A.612(15)
58A.806(19)Performance standards for shipborne MF/HF radio installations capable of voice communication, narrow-band direct-printing and digital selective calling, as amended by MSC.68(68)COMSARRefer to remarks on A.613(15)
59A.807(19)Performance standards for Inmarsat-C ship earth stations capable of transmitting and receiving direct-printing communications, as amended by MSC.68(68)COMSARRefer to remarks on A.663(16)
60A.808(19)Performance standards for ship-earth stations capable of two-way communicationsCOMSARRefer to remarks on A.698(17)
61A.809(19)Performance standards for survival craft two-way VHF radiotelephone apparatusCOMSAR
  1. Annex 1 revised by MSC.149(77)
  2. Refer to A.762(18)
62A.810(19)Performance standards for float-free satellite Emergency Position-Indicating Radio Beacons (EPIRBs) operating on 406 MHz, as amended by MSC.56(66) and MSC.120(74)COMSARRefer to remarks on A.763(18)
63A.811(19)Performance standards for a shipborne integrated radiocommunication system (IRCS) when used in the GMDSSCOMSAR 
64A.814(19)Guidelines for the avoidance of false distress alertsCOMSAR 
65A.887(21)Establishment, updating and retrieval of the information contained in the registration databases for the Global Maritime Distress and Safety System (GMDSS)COMSAR 
66A.894(21)International Aeronautical and Maritime Search and Rescue (IAMSAR) Manual, as amended by MSC/Circ.999, MSC/Circ.1044, MSC/Circ.1080, MSC/Circ.1124, MSC/Circ.1173, MSC.1/Circ.1181, MSC.1/Circ.1289 and MSC.1/Circ.1311COMSAR 
67A.1001(25)Criteria for the provision of mobile satellite communication systems in the Global Maritime Distress and Safety System (GMDSS)COMSARRevokes A.888(21) and MSC/Circ.1077
68COM/Circ.105
and Corr.1
Clarification of certain provisions of the 1988 SOLAS amendments for the GMDSSCOMSAR 
69COM/Circ.108GMDSS operating guidance for masters of ships in distress situationCOMSAR 
70COM/Circ.110 and Corr.1Clarification of SOLAS regulations IV/6.1, IV/6.2.2 and IV/10.1.1.3COMSAR 
71COM/Circ.117Clarification of the application of certain provisions of chapter IV of the SOLAS ConventionCOMSAR 
72COMSAR/Circ.13Shore-to-ship communication during a distressCOMSAR 
73

DELETED

COMSAR/Circ.15

 

Joint IMO/IHO/WMO Manual on Maritime Safety Information (MSI)

 

COMSAR

See MSC.1/Circ.1310

 

  1. Revokes COMSAR/Circ.4
  2. To be deleted after 1 January 2011 (to be superseded by MSC.1/Circ.1310 from 1 January 2011)
  3. COM/Circ.124 overtaken by time
74COMSAR/Circ.17Recommendation on use of GMDSS equipment for non-safety communicationsCOMSAR 
75COMSAR/Circ.25Procedure for responding to DSC distress alerts by shipsCOMSARRevokes COMSAR/Circ.2 and COMSAR/Circ.21
76

DELETED

COMSAR/Circ.27

 

Data format for a new combined SAR.2 and SAR.3 circular concerning information on the current availability of SAR services

 

COMSAR

See COMSAR.1/Circ.52

To be revised (Proposed in COMSAR 14/6/2)

77COMSAR/Circ.28International NAVTEX serviceCOMSAR 
78COMSAR/Circ.29Guidance for the Voluntary Use of the Standardized Questionnaires and Formats for Reporting False Alerts in Collecting Data on False AlertsCOMSAR 
79COMSAR/Circ.31Guidance for Mass Rescue OperationsCOMSAR 
80COMSAR/Circ.32Harmonization of GMDSS requirements for radio installation on board SOLAS shipsCOMSARCOMSAR/Circ.16 overtaken by time
81

DELETED

COMSAR/Circ.34

 

Clarification on the use of NAVTEX B3 B4 characters = 00 and NAVTEX service areas

 

COMSAR

See MSC.1/Circ.1403
82COMSAR/Circ.35Recommendations on MF/HF DSC test calls to coast stationsCOMSAR 
83COMSAR/Circ.36Broadcast of Warnings for Tsunamis and other natural disastersCOMSAR 
84COMSAR/Circ.37Guidance on Minimum Communication Needs of Maritime Rescue Co-ordination Centres (MRCCs)COMSAR 
85COMSAR/Circ.41Analysis of maritime safety information promulgated via the EGC SafetyNETCOMSAR 
86COMSAR/Circ.45Guidance on distress alertsCOMSAR 
87COMSAR/Circ.46AIS safety-related messagingCOMSAR 
88MSC.80(70)New performance standards for radiocommunication equipmentCOMSAR 
89MSC.130(75)Performance standards for INMARSAT ship-earth stations capable of two-way communicationCOMSAR 
90MSC.131(75)Maintenance of a continuous listening watch on the channel 16 by SOLAS ships whilst at sea and installation of VHF DSC facilities on non-SOLAS shipsCOMSARSupersedes MSC.77(69)
91MSC.148(77)Revised performance standards for narrow-band direct-printing telegraph equipment for the reception of navigational and meteorological warnings and urgent information to shipsCOMSARRefer to remarks on A.525(13)
92MSC.149(77)Revised performance standards for survival craft portable two-way radiotelephone apparatusCOMSARAs replacement for COMSAR/Circ.125
93MSC.246(83)Performance standards for AIS search and rescue transmitters (AIS-SART) for use in search and rescue operationsCOMSARInstalled on or after 1 January 2010
94MSC/Circ.660Proper use of lanyards attached to satellite EPIRBsCOMSAR 
95MSC/Circ.803Participation of non-SOLAS ships in the GMDSSCOMSARMSC/Circ.469 overtaken by time
96MSC/Circ.805Guidance for the use of radio signals by ships under attack or threat of attack from pirates or armed robbersCOMSAR 
97MSC/Circ.862Clarification of certain requirements in IMO performance standards for GMDSS equipmentCOMSAR 
98MSC/Circ.883Maritime safety and ship-earth station barring proceduresCOMSAR 
99MSC/Circ.960Medical assistance at seaCOMSAR 
100MSC/Circ.1038Guidelines for general radiocommunicationsCOMSAR 
101MSC/Circ.1039Guidelines for shore-based maintenance of satellite EPIRBsCOMSAR 
102MSC/Circ.1040Guidelines on annual testing of 406 MHz satellite EPIRBsCOMSARSupersedes MSC/Circ.882
103MSC/Circ.1079Guidelines for preparing plans for cooperation between search and rescue services and passenger ships (in accordance with SOLAS regulation V/7.3)COMSARMSC/Circ.864 and MSC/Circ.1000 overtaken by time
104MSC/Circ.1105Guidance on responsibility and liability issues related to the use of the emergency medical kit/bag and evaluation of its use in emergency incidentsCOMSAR 
105MSC/Circ.1110Matters related to SOLAS regulations XI-2/6 and XI-2/7COMSAR 
106MSC/Circ.1122The revised NAVTEX ManualCOMSAR 
107MSC/Circ.1129Guidance on the establishment of medical and sanitation-related programmes for passenger shipsCOMSAR 
108MSC/Circ.1172Identification of passenger ships, other than ro-ro passenger ships, which should benefit from being equipped with the Emergency Medical Kit/bag (EMK)COMSAR 
109MSC.1/Circ.1182Guide to recovery techniquesCOMSAR 
110MSC.1/Circ.1183Guidelines on the provision of external support as an aid to incident containment for SAR Authorities and others concernedCOMSAR 
111MSC.1/Circ.1184Enhanced contingency planning guidance for passenger ships operating in areas remote from SAR facilitiesCOMSAR 
112MSC.1/Circ.1186Guidelines on training of SAR service personnel working in major incidentsCOMSAR 
113MSC.1/Circ.1210COSPAS-SARSAT International 406 MHz Beacon Registration DatabaseCOMSAR 
114MSC.1/Circ.1218Guidance on exchange of medical information between telemedical assistance services involved in international SAR operationsCOMSAR 
115MSC.1/Circ.1248Minimizing delays in search and rescue response to distress alertsCOMSAR 
116MSC.1/Circ.1249Amendments to the International Aeronautical and Maritime Search and Rescue (IAMSAR) ManualCOMSAREntry into force on 1 June 2008
117MSC.1/Circ.1251Guidelines on the control of ships in an emergencyCOMSAR 
118MSC.1/Circ.1310Revised Joint IMO/IHO/WMO Manual on Maritime Safety Information (MSI)COMSARSupersedes COMSAR/Circ.15 and amendments come into force on 1 January 2011
119MSC.1/Circ.1311Amendments to the International Aeronautical and Maritime Search and Rescue (IAMSAR) ManualCOMSAREntry into force on 1 June 2010
 MSC.306(87)Revised performance standards for enhanced group call (EGC) equipmentCOMSARApplies if installed on or after 1July 2012
 COMSAR.1/Circ.49List of LAND EARTH STATION (LES) operation coordinators in the INMARSAT systemCOMSARSupersedes COMSAR.1/Circ.48
 COMSAR.1/Circ.50Distress priority communications for RCC from shore to ship via INMARSATCOMSARSupersedes COMSAR.1/Circ.47
 COMSAR.1/Circ.51/Rev.2List of NAVAREA CoordinatorsCOMSARSupersedes COMSAR.1/Circ.51/Rev.1
 COMSAR.1/Circ.52Questionnaire on the availability of Search And Rescue (SAR) servicesCOMSARSupersedes COMSAR/Circ.27
 MSC.1/Circ.1364Revised International SafetyNET ManualCOMSARSupersedes MSC/Circ.1064 and replaces the existing text of International SafeNET Manual
 MSC.1/Circ.1365Commercially available locating, tracking and emergency notification devicesCOMSAR 
 MSC.1/Circ.1366Medical assistance at sea – yacht racingCOMSAR 
 MSC.1/Circ.1367Amendments to the International Aeronautical and Maritime Search and Rescue (IAMSAR) ManualCOMSAR 
 MSC.1/Circ.1382Questionnaire on the availability of shore based facilities for the Global Maritime Distress and Safety System (GMDSS)COMSARSupersedes MSC/Circ.684
 MSC.1/Circ.1383Unified Interpretation of the International Code of Safety for High Speed Craft, 1994 (1994 HSC Code)Chapter 14 – Radiocommunications
 MSC.1/Circ.1403Revised NAVTEX ManualSupersedes COMSAR/Circ.7, COMSAR/Circ.28 andCOMSAR/Circ.34, and replaces the existing text of the NAVTEX Manual

 

IMO body COMSAR

The amendments shows additions or changes to MSC.1/Circ.1371

No.InstrumentNameIMO bodyRemarks
32A.525(13)Performance standards for narrow-band direct printing telegraph equipment for the reception of navigational and meteorological warnings and urgent information to shipsCOMSARNow in MSC.148(77), but still in force for equipment installed before 1 July 2005
33A.530(13)Use of radar transponders for search and rescue purposesCOMSAR 
34A.570(14)Type approval of ship-earth stationsCOMSAR 
35A.606(15)Review and evaluation of the Global Maritime Distress and Safety System (GMDSS)COMSARTo be reviewed in parallel with the upcoming Review of the GMDSS
36A.609(15)Performance standards for shipborne VHF radio installations capable of voice communication and digital selective callingCOMSAR 1) Now in A.803 (19), but still in force for equipment installed before 23 November 1996
2) A.385(X) overtaken by time
37A.610(15)Performance standards for shipborne MF radio installations capable of voice communication and digital selective callingCOMSAR Now in A.804(19), but still in force for equipment installed before 23 November 1996
38A.612(15)Performance standards for float-free VHF emergency position-indicating radio beaconsCOMSAR Now in A.805(19), but still in force for equipment installed before 23 November 1996
39A.613(15)Performance standards for shipborne MF/HF radio installations capable of voice communication, narrow-band direct-printing and digital selective callingCOMSAR Now in A.806(19), but still in force for equipment installed before 23 November 1996
40A.662(16)Performance standards for float-free release and activation arrangements for emergency radio equipmentCOMSAR 
41A.663(16)Performance standards for INMARSAT standards-C ship-earth stations capable of transmitting and receiving direct-printing communicationsCOMSARNow in A.807(19), but still in force for equipment installed before 23 November 1996
42A.664(16)Performance standards for enhanced group call equipmentCOMSARApplies if installed before 1July 2012 (See MSC.306(87))
43A.696(17)Type approval of satellite Emergency Position-Indicating Radio Beacons (EPIRBs) operating in the COSPAS-SARSAT systemCOMSAR 
44A.698(17)Performance standards for ship earth stations capable of two-way communicationsCOMSARNow A.808(19), but still in force for equipment installed before 23 November 1996
45A.700(17)Performance standards for narrow-band direct-printing telegraph equipment for the reception of navigational and meteorological warnings and urgent information to ships (MS) by HFCOMSAR 
46

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47A.702(17)Radio maintenance guidelines for the Global Maritime Distress and Safety System (GMDSS) related to sea areas A3 and A4COMSAR 
48A.705(17)Recommendation on the promulgation of MSI as amended by MSC.1/Circ.1287COMSAR 
49A.706(17)World-wide navigation warning service, as amended by MSC.1/Circ.1288COMSARMSC.1/Circ.1288 revokes MSC/Circ.685, MSC/Circ.750 and MSC/Circ.957
50A.707(17)Charges for distress, urgency and safety messages through the Inmarsat systemCOMSAR 
51A.762(18)Performance standards for survival craft two-way VHF radiotelephone apparatusCOMSARNow in A.809(19), but still in force for equipment installed before 23 November 1996
52A.763(18)Performance standards for float-free satellite Emergency Position-Indicating Radio Beacons (EPIRBs) operating on 406 MHzCOMSARNow in A.810(19), but still in force for equipment installed before 23 November 1996
53A.801(19)Provision of radio services for the Global Maritime Distress and Safety System (GMDSS), as amended by MSC.199(80)COMSAR 
54A.802(19)Performance standards for survival craft radar transponders for use in search and rescue operations, as amended by MSC.247(83)COMSAR 
55A.803(19)Performance standards for shipborne VHF radio installations capable of voice communication and digital selective calling, as amended by MSC.68(68)COMSARRefer to remarks on A.609(15)
56A.804(19)Performance standards for shipborne MF radio installations capable of voice communication and digital selective calling, as amended by MSC.68(68)COMSARRefer to remarks on A.610(15)
57A.805(19Performance standards for float-free VHF Emergency Position-Indicating Radio BeaconsCOMSARRefer to remarks on A.612(15)
58A.806(19)Performance standards for shipborne MF/HF radio installations capable of voice communication, narrow-band direct-printing and digital selective calling, as amended by MSC.68(68)COMSARRefer to remarks on A.613(15)
59A.807(19)Performance standards for Inmarsat-C ship earth stations capable of transmitting and receiving direct-printing communications, as amended by MSC.68(68)COMSARRefer to remarks on A.663(16)
60A.808(19)Performance standards for ship-earth stations capable of two-way communicationsCOMSARRefer to remarks on A.698(17)
61A.809(19)Performance standards for survival craft two-way VHF radiotelephone apparatusCOMSAR
  1. Annex 1 revised by MSC.149(77)
  2. Refer to A.762(18)
62A.810(19)Performance standards for float-free satellite Emergency Position-Indicating Radio Beacons (EPIRBs) operating on 406 MHz, as amended by MSC.56(66) and MSC.120(74)COMSARRefer to remarks on A.763(18)
63A.811(19)Performance standards for a shipborne integrated radiocommunication system (IRCS) when used in the GMDSSCOMSAR 
64A.814(19)Guidelines for the avoidance of false distress alertsCOMSAR 
65A.887(21)Establishment, updating and retrieval of the information contained in the registration databases for the Global Maritime Distress and Safety System (GMDSS)COMSAR 
66A.894(21)International Aeronautical and Maritime Search and Rescue (IAMSAR) Manual, as amended by MSC/Circ.999, MSC/Circ.1044, MSC/Circ.1080, MSC/Circ.1124, MSC/Circ.1173, MSC.1/Circ.1181, MSC.1/Circ.1289, MSC.1/Circ.1311
and MSC.1/Circ.1415
COMSAR 
67A.1001(25)Criteria for the provision of mobile satellite communication systems in the Global Maritime Distress and Safety System (GMDSS)COMSARRevokes A.888(21) and MSC/Circ.1077
68COM/Circ.105
and Corr.1
Clarification of certain provisions of the 1988 SOLAS amendments for the GMDSSCOMSAR 
69COM/Circ.108GMDSS operating guidance for masters of ships in distress situationCOMSAR 
70COM/Circ.110 and Corr.1Clarification of SOLAS regulations IV/6.1, IV/6.2.2 and IV/10.1.1.3COMSAR 
71COM/Circ.117Clarification of the application of certain provisions of chapter IV of the SOLAS ConventionCOMSAR 
72COMSAR/Circ.13Shore-to-ship communication during a distressCOMSAR 
73

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74COMSAR/Circ.17Recommendation on use of GMDSS equipment for non-safety communicationsCOMSAR 
75COMSAR/Circ.25Procedure for responding to DSC distress alerts by shipsCOMSARRevokes COMSAR/Circ.2 and COMSAR/Circ.21
76

DELETED

77

DELETED

COMSAR/Circ.28

 

International NAVTEX service

 

COMSAR

Superseded by MSC.1/Circ.1403
78COMSAR/Circ.29Guidance for the Voluntary Use of the Standardized Questionnaires and Formats for Reporting False Alerts in Collecting Data on False AlertsCOMSAR 
79COMSAR/Circ.31Guidance for Mass Rescue OperationsCOMSAR 
80COMSAR/Circ.32Harmonization of GMDSS requirements for radio installation on board SOLAS shipsCOMSARCOMSAR/Circ.16 overtaken by time
81

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82COMSAR/Circ.35Recommendations on MF/HF DSC test calls to coast stationsCOMSAR 
83COMSAR/Circ.36Broadcast of Warnings for Tsunamis and other natural disastersCOMSAR 
84COMSAR/Circ.37Guidance on Minimum Communication Needs of Maritime Rescue Co-ordination Centres (MRCCs)COMSAR 
85COMSAR/Circ.41Analysis of maritime safety information promulgated via the EGC SafetyNETCOMSAR 
86COMSAR/Circ.45Guidance on distress alertsCOMSAR 
87COMSAR/Circ.46AIS safety-related messagingCOMSAR 
88MSC.80(70)New performance standards for radiocommunication equipmentCOMSAR 
89MSC.130(75)Performance standards for INMARSAT ship-earth stations capable of two-way communicationCOMSAR 
90MSC.131(75)Maintenance of a continuous listening watch on the channel 16 by SOLAS ships whilst at sea and installation of VHF DSC facilities on non-SOLAS shipsCOMSARSupersedes MSC.77(69)
91MSC.148(77)Revised performance standards for narrow-band direct-printing telegraph equipment for the reception of navigational and meteorological warnings and urgent information to shipsCOMSARRefer to remarks on A.525(13)
92MSC.149(77)Revised performance standards for survival craft portable two-way radiotelephone apparatusCOMSARAs replacement for COMSAR/Circ.125
93MSC.246(83)Performance standards for AIS search and rescue transmitters (AIS-SART) for use in search and rescue operationsCOMSARInstalled on or after 1 January 2010
94MSC/Circ.660Proper use of lanyards attached to satellite EPIRBsCOMSAR 
95MSC/Circ.803Participation of non-SOLAS ships in the GMDSSCOMSARMSC/Circ.469 overtaken by time
96MSC/Circ.805Guidance for the use of radio signals by ships under attack or threat of attack from pirates or armed robbersCOMSAR 
97MSC/Circ.862Clarification of certain requirements in IMO performance standards for GMDSS equipmentCOMSAR 
98MSC/Circ.883Maritime safety and ship-earth station barring proceduresCOMSAR 
99MSC/Circ.960Medical assistance at seaCOMSAR 
100MSC/Circ.1038Guidelines for general radiocommunicationsCOMSAR 
101MSC/Circ.1039Guidelines for shore-based maintenance of satellite EPIRBsCOMSAR 
102MSC/Circ.1040/Rev.1Guidelines on annual testing of 406 MHz satellite EPIRBsCOMSARSupersedes MSC/Circ.1040
103MSC/Circ.1079Guidelines for preparing plans for cooperation between search and rescue services and passenger ships (in accordance with SOLAS regulation V/7.3)COMSARMSC/Circ.864 and MSC/Circ.1000 overtaken by time
104MSC/Circ.1105Guidance on responsibility and liability issues related to the use of the emergency medical kit/bag and evaluation of its use in emergency incidentsCOMSAR 
105MSC/Circ.1110Matters related to SOLAS regulations XI-2/6 and XI-2/7COMSAR 
106MSC/Circ.1122The revised NAVTEX ManualCOMSAR 
107MSC/Circ.1129Guidance on the establishment of medical and sanitation-related programmes for passenger shipsCOMSAR 
108MSC/Circ.1172Identification of passenger ships, other than ro-ro passenger ships, which should benefit from being equipped with the Emergency Medical Kit/bag (EMK)COMSAR 
109MSC.1/Circ.1182Guide to recovery techniquesCOMSAR 
110MSC.1/Circ.1183Guidelines on the provision of external support as an aid to incident containment for SAR Authorities and others concernedCOMSAR 
111MSC.1/Circ.1184Enhanced contingency planning guidance for passenger ships operating in areas remote from SAR facilitiesCOMSAR 
112MSC.1/Circ.1186Guidelines on training of SAR service personnel working in major incidentsCOMSAR 
113MSC.1/Circ.1210COSPAS-SARSAT International 406 MHz Beacon Registration DatabaseCOMSAR 
114MSC.1/Circ.1218Guidance on exchange of medical information between telemedical assistance services involved in international SAR operationsCOMSAR 
115MSC.1/Circ.1248Minimizing delays in search and rescue response to distress alertsCOMSAR 
116MSC.1/Circ.1249Amendments to the International Aeronautical and Maritime Search and Rescue (IAMSAR) ManualCOMSAREntry into force on 1 June 2008
117MSC.1/Circ.1251Guidelines on the control of ships in an emergencyCOMSAR 
118MSC.1/Circ.1310Revised Joint IMO/IHO/WMO Manual on Maritime Safety Information (MSI)COMSARSupersedes COMSAR/Circ.15 and amendments come into force on 1 January 2011
119MSC.1/Circ.1311Amendments to the International Aeronautical and Maritime Search and Rescue (IAMSAR) ManualCOMSAREntry into force on 1 June 2010
 MSC.306(87)Revised performance standards for enhanced group call (EGC) equipmentCOMSARApplies if installed on or after 1July 2012
 COMSAR.1/Circ.49List of LAND EARTH STATION (LES) operation coordinators in the INMARSAT systemCOMSARSupersedes COMSAR.1/Circ.48
 COMSAR.1/Circ.50Distress priority communications for RCC from shore to ship via INMARSATCOMSARSupersedes COMSAR.1/Circ.47
 COMSAR.1/Circ.51/Rev.2List of NAVAREA CoordinatorsCOMSARSupersedes COMSAR.1/Circ.51/Rev.1
 COMSAR.1/Circ.52Questionnaire on the availability of Search And Rescue (SAR) servicesCOMSARSupersedes COMSAR/Circ.27
 MSC.1/Circ.1364Revised International SafetyNET ManualCOMSARSupersedes MSC/Circ.1064 and replaces the existing text of International SafeNET Manual
 MSC.1/Circ.1365Commercially available locating, tracking and emergency notification devicesCOMSAR 
 

DELETED

MSC.1/Circ.1366

 

Medical assistance at sea – yacht racing

 

COMSAR

Superseded by MSC.1/Circ.1413
 MSC.1/Circ.1367Amendments to the International Aeronautical and Maritime Search and Rescue (IAMSAR) ManualCOMSAR 
 MSC.1/Circ.1382/Rev.1Questionnaire on the availability of shore based facilities for the Global Maritime Distress and Safety System (GMDSS)COMSAR

Supersedes MSC/Circ.1382

 MSC.1/Circ.1383Unified Interpretation of the International Code of Safety for High Speed Craft, 1994 (1994 HSC Code)Chapter 14 – Radiocommunications
 MSC.1/Circ.1403Revised NAVTEX ManualSupersedes COMSAR/Circ.7, COMSAR/Circ.28 and
COMSAR/Circ.34, and replaces the existing text of the NAVTEX Manual
MSC.1/Circ.1413Basic Safety Guidance for yacht races or oceanic voyages by non-regulated craftCOMSARSupersedes MSC/Circ.1174 and MSC.1/Circ.1366
MSC.1/Circ.1414Guidance to prospective GMDSS satellite service providersCOMSAR 

 

IMO body COMSAR/DE

No.InstrumentNameIMO bodyRemarks
129MSC.1/Circ.1185Guide for cold water survivalCOMSAR/DE 
130MSC.1/Circ.1190Guidance on the provision of information for identifying ships when transmitting ship security alertsCOMSAR/DE 

IMO body COMSAR/MSC

No.InstrumentNameIMO bodyRemarks
122MSC.136(76)Performance standards for a ship security alert systemCOMSAR/MSCNow in MSC.147 (77), but still in force for equipment installed before 1 July 2004
123MSC.147(77)Revised performance standards for a ship security alert systemCOMSAR/MSC

Refer to remarks on MSC.136(76)

125MSC/Circ.1072Guidance on provision of ship security alert systemsCOMSAR/MSC 
126MSC/Circ.1073Directives for maritime rescue co-ordination centres (MRCCs) on acts of violence against shipsCOMSAR/MSC 
127MSC/Circ.1109/Rev.1False security alerts and distress/security double alertsCOMSAR/MSC 
128MSC/Circ.1155Guidance on the message priority and the testing of ship security alert systemsCOMSAR/MSC 

IMO body COMSAR/NAV

No.InstrumentNameIMO bodyRemarks
120A.694(17)General requirements for shipborne radio equipment forming part of the Global Maritime Distress and Safety System (GMDSS) and for electronic navigational aidsCOMSAR/NAVA.575(14) and A.281(VIII) overtaken by time
124MSC.211(81)Arrangements for the Timely Establishment of the Long Range Identification and Tracking System (LRIT)COMSAR/NAV 

 

IMO body COMSAR/STW

No.InstrumentNameIMO bodyRemarks
121COMSAR/Circ.33GMDSS Coast Station Operator's Certificate (CSOC) Model CourseCOMSAR/STW 

IMO body DE

No.InstrumentNameIMO bodyRemarks
131A.272(VIII)Recommendation on safe access to and working in large tanks, and recommendation on safe access to and working in large cargo holds of bulk carriers, as amended by A.330(IX)DE 
132A.373(X)Code of Safety for Dynamically Supported Craft (DSC Code), as amended by MSC.37(63), MSC.186(79) and MSC.224 (82)DENow 2000 HSC Code, but in force for existing ships built before 1 January 1996
133A.415(XI)Improved steering gear standards for passenger and cargo shipsDE 
134A.416(XI)Examination of steering gears on existing tankersDE 
135A.467(XII)Guidelines for acceptance of non-duplicated rudder actuators for tankers, chemical tankers and gas carriers of 10,000 tons gross tonnage and above but less than 100,000 tons deadweightDE 
136A.468(XII)Code on Noise Levels on Board ShipsDE 
137A.469(XII)Guidelines for the design and construction of offshore supply vesselsDENow MSC.235 (82), but still in force for existing ships
139A.520(13)Code of practice for the evaluation, testing and acceptance of prototype novel life-saving appliances and arrangementsDE 
140A.534(13)Code of Safety for Special Purpose Ships (SPS Code), as amended by MSC/Circ.446, MSC/Circ.478, MSC/Circ.739 and MSC.183(79)DESuperseded by MSC.266(84), but still in force for existing ships certified before 13 May 2008
141A.649(16)Code for the Construction and Equipment of Mobile Offshore Drilling Units (MODU Code), 1989, as amended by MSC/Circ.561, MSC.38(63) and
MSC.187(79)
DESuperseded by A.1023(26), but still in force for existing MODUs built before 1 January 2012
142A.656(16)Fast rescue boatsDE 
143A.657(16)Instructions for action in survival craftDE 
144A.759(18)Marking of inflatable liferaftsDE 
145A.760(18)Symbols related to life-saving appliances and arrangementsDE 
146A.761(18)Recommendation on conditions for the approval of servicing stations for inflatable liferafts, as amended by MSC.55(66)DE 
147A.765(18)Guidelines on the safety of towed ships and other floating objects, including installations, structures and platforms at seaDE 
148A.793(19)Strength and securing and locking arrangements of shell doors on ro-ro passenger shipsDE 
149A.798(19)Guidelines for the selection, application and maintenance of corrosion prevention systems of dedicated seawater ballast tanksDE 
150A.831(19)Code of Safety for Diving Systems, 1995, as amended by MSC.185(79)DE 
151A.852(20)Guidelines for a structure of an integrated system of contingency planning for shipboard emergenciesDE 
152A.855(20)Standards for onboard helicopter facilitiesDE 
153A.1021(26)Code on alarms and indicators, 2009DERevokes A.830(19)
154A.1023(26)Code for the construction and equipment of mobile Offshore Drilling Units, 2009 (2009 MODU Code)DESupersedes A.649(16)
155A.1024(26)Guidelines for ships operating in polar watersDE Applicable for ships constructed on or after 1 January 2011
156MSC.35(63)Guidelines for emergency towing arrangements on tankersDE 
157MSC.62(67)Guidelines for safe access to tanker bowsDE 
158MSC.81(70)Revised Recommendation on testing of life-saving appliances, as amended by MSC.200(80), MSC.226(82) and MSC.274(85)DE 
159MSC.137(76)Standards for ship manoeuvrabilityDE 
160MSC.145(77)Performance standards for water level detectors on bulk carriersDE 
161MSC.146(77)Application of IACS unified requirements S26, S27, S30 and S31 to bulk carriersDE 
162MSC.188(79)Performance Standards for Water Level Detectors on Bulk Carriers and Single Hold Cargo Ships other than Bulk CarriersDE 
163MSC.244(83)Performance standard for protective coatings for void spaces on bulk carriers and oil tankersDE 
164MSC.266(84)Code of Safety for Special Purpose Ships (SPS Code), 2008 (supersedes A.534(13))DE 
165MSC.277(85)Clarification of the term "bulk carrier" and guidance for application of regulations in SOLAS to ships which occasionally carry dry cargoes in bulk and are not determined as bulk carriers in accordance with regulation XII/1.1 and chapter II-1DE 
166MSC/Circ.326Drainage of enclosed cargo spaces situated on the bulkhead deckDE 
167MSC/Circ.444Clarification of certain provisions of chapter III of the 1983 SOLAS Amendments and resolution A.521(13)DE 
168MSC/Circ.447Control under SOLAS regulation I/19 ¿ Recommendation on radar reflectors for liferafts and on training manualsDE 
169MSC/Circ.474Guidelines for bow and stern loading and unloading arrangements in oil tankersDE 
170MSC/Circ.504Guidance on design and construction of sea inlets under slush ice conditionsDE 
171MSC/Circ.508Clarification of certain provisions of chapter III of the 1983 SOLAS amendmentsDE 
172MSC/Circ.509Clarification of SOLAS chapter III provisions related to protection of occupants against impact forces on lifeboats when lowered down the ship's side (Refer to A.689(17))DE 
173MSC/Circ.510Clarification of SOLAS chapter III provisions related to protection of occupants of free-fall lifeboats against harmful accelerations during launchingDE 
174MSC/Circ.534Clarification of certain provisions of chapter III of the 1983 SOLAS amendmentsDE 
175MSC/Circ.569Clarifications of certain provisions of chapter III of the 1983 SOLAS amendmentsDE 
176MSC/Circ.570Recommendation on maximum stowage height of survival craft on passenger shipsDE 
177MSC/Circ.587Fumes in totally enclosed lifeboatsDE 
178MSC/Circ.616Evaluation of free-fall lifeboat launch performanceDE 
179MSC/Circ.645Guidelines for vessels with dynamic positioning systemsDE 
180MSC/Circ.646Recommendations for the fitting of hull stress monitoring systemsDE 
181MSC/Circ.648Guidelines for the operation, inspection and maintenance of ship sewage systemsDE 
182MSC/Circ.681Guidelines for passenger safety instructions on ro-ro passenger shipsDE 
183MSC/Circ.686Guidelines on the means of access to structures for inspection and maintenance of oil tankers and bulk carriersDE 
184MSC/Circ.687Emergency source of power for category A high-speed craftDE 
185MSC/Circ.692Clarification of SOLAS regulation III/50 regarding general emergency alarm systemsDE 
186MSC/Circ.695Falls at corrugated bulkheads in general cargo shipsDE 
187MSC/Circ.699Revised guidelines for passenger safety instructionsDE 
188MSC/Circ.735Recommendation for the design and operation of passenger ships to respond to elderly and disabled persons' needsDE 
189MSC/Circ.736Interpretations of vague expressions in SOLAS chapter II-1DE 
190MSC/Circ.737Guidelines on anchoring systems for MODUsDE 
191MSC/Circ.760Guidelines for a structure of an integrated system of contingency planning for shipboard emergenciesDE 
192MSC/Circ.810Recommendation on means of rescue on ro-ro passenger shipsDE 
193MSC/Circ.811Identification of float-free arrangements for liferaftsDE 
194MSC/Circ.834Guidelines for engine-room layout, design and arrangementDE 
195MSC/Circ.846Guidelines on the human element considerations for the design and management of emergency escape arrangements on passenger shipsDE 
196MSC/Circ.851Guidelines on engine-room oil fuel systemsDE 
197MSC/Circ.857Revised medical first aid guide (MFAG)DE 
198MSC/Circ.866Guidelines for the application of safety standards to pusher tug-barge combinationDE 
199MSC/Circ.884Guidelines for safe ocean towingDE 
200MSC/Circ.885Testing and approval of position-indicating lights for life-saving appliances under the International Life-Saving Appliance (LSA) CodeDE 
201MSC/Circ.887Interpretation of the term "Other strategic points" in SOLAS regulation III/50 and LSA Code, section VII/7.2DE 
202MSC/Circ.888Preventing falls at corrugated bulkheads in general cargo shipsDE 
203MSC/Circ.895Recommendation on helicopter landing areas on ro-ro passenger shipsDE 
204MSC/Circ.922Recommendations on performance standards and tests for thermal protective lifejackets (TP-lifejackets)DE 
205MSC/Circ.966IACS unified interpretations of "Prototype test"DE 
206MSC/Circ.981Guidelines for the design, construction and operation of passenger submersible craft, as amended by MSC/Circ.1125DE 
207MSC/Circ.1016Application of SOLAS regulation III/26 concerning fast rescue boats and means of rescue systems on ro-ro passenger shipsDE 
208MSC/Circ.1029Interim guidelines for the conduct of High-Speed Craft model testsDE 
209MSC/Circ.1046Guidelines for the assessment of thermal protectionDE 
210MSC/Circ.1047Guidelines for monthly shipboard inspection of immersion suits and anti-exposure suits by ships' crewsDE 
211MSC/Circ.1048Performance standards and performance tests for manually powered reverse osmosis desalinatorsDE 
212MSC/Circ.1054Interim Guidelines for wing-in-ground (WIG) craft, as amended by MSC/Circ.1126DE 
213MSC/Circ.1069Interpretation of SOLAS regulation XII/13DE 
214MSC/Circ.1070Ship design, construction, repair and maintenanceDESupersedes MSC/Circ.807
215MSC/Circ.1071Guidelines for bulk carrier hatch cover surveys and owners' inspections and maintenanceDE 
216MSC/Circ.1094Application of SOLAS regulation III/26 concerning fast rescue boat systems on ro-ro passenger shipsDE 
218MSC/Circ.1114Guidelines for periodic testing of immersion suit and anti-exposure suit seams and closuresDE 
219MSC/Circ.1117Guidance for checking the structure of bulk carriersDE 
220MSC/Circ.1135As-built construction drawings to be maintained on board the ship and ashoreDE 
221MSC/Circ.1138Interpretations to the Guidelines for design, construction and operation of passenger submersible craftDE 
222MSC/Circ.1139Conditions applicable to propulsion control automation systems of ships built after 1 July 1986, but before 1 July 2004 (SOLAS regulation II-1/31)DE 
223MSC/Circ.1152Helicopter facilities on board ships - Amendments to Annex 14 (Aerodromes) Volume II (Heliports), to the Convention on International Civil AviationDE 
224MSC/Circ.1175Guidance on shipboard towing and mooring equipmentDE 
225MSC/Circ.1176Interpretation to SOLAS chapters II-1 and XII, as amended by MSC/Circ.1197DE 
226MSC/Circ.1177Interpretations to the 2000 HSC CodeDE 
227MSC.1/Circ.1195Guidelines for the conduct of high-speed craft model testDE 
228MSC.1/Circ.1196Means of embarkation on and disembarkation from shipsDE 
229MSC.1/Circ.1198Application of SOLAS regulation XII/6.3 on corrosion prevention of dedicated seawater ballast tanks in all types of ship and double-side skin spaces of bulk carriers and application of the performance standard for protective coatings for dedicated seawater ballast tanks in all types of ships and double-side skin spaces of bulkDE 
230MSC.1/Circ.1199Interim Guidance on compliance of ships carrying dry cargoes in bulk with requirements of SOLAS chapters II-1, III, IX, XI-1 and XIIDE 
231MSC.1/Circ.1205Guidelines for developing operation and maintenance manuals for lifeboat systemsDE 
232MSC.1/Circ.1206/
Rev.1
Measures to prevent accidents with lifeboatsDESupersedes MSC/Circ.1049, MSC/Circ.1093,
MSC/Circ.1136, MSC/Circ.1137 and
MSC.1/Circ.1206
233MSC.1/Circ.1211Unified interpretations to SOLAS regulation II-1/10 and regulation 12 of the revised SOLAS chapter II-1 regarding bow doors and the extension of the collision bulkheadDE 
234MSC.1/Circ.1212Guidelines on alternative design and arrangements for SOLAS chapters II-1 and IIIDE 
235MSC.1/Circ.1214Performance standards for the systems and services to remain operational on passenger ships for safe return to port and orderly evacuation and abandonment after a casualtyDE 
236MSC.1/Circ.1215Early implementation of amendments to SOLAS chapter III and the International Life-Saving Appliances (LSA) CodeDE 
237MSC.1/Circ.1243Unified interpretation of SOLAS chapter IIIDE 
238MSC.1/Circ.1244Symbol of infant lifejacketDE 
239MSC.1/Circ.1247Unified interpretation of "unforeseen delay in delivery of ships"DE 
240MSC.1/Circ.1255Guidelines for owners/operators on preparing emergency towing proceduresDE 
241MSC.1/Circ.1277Interim Recommendation on conditions for authorization of service providers for lifeboats, launching appliances and on-load release gearDE 
242MSC.1/Circ.1278Guidance on wearing immersion suits in totally enclosed lifeboatsDE 
243MSC.1/Circ.1279Guidelines for corrosion protection of permanent means of access arrangementsDE 
244MSC.1/Circ.1285Unified interpretation of SOLAS regulation III/16.1DE 
245MSC.1/Circ.1286Unified interpretation of SOLAS regulation II-1/32.1DE 
246MSC.1/Circ.1304Guidance for application of SOLAS regulation III/7, as amended by resolution MSC.201(81)DE 
247MSC.1/Circ.1326
and Corr.1
Clarification of SOLAS regulation III/19DE 
248MSC.1/Circ.1327Guidelines for the fitting and use of fall preventer devices (FPDs)DE 
249MSC.1/Circ.1328Guidelines for the approval of inflatable liferafts subject to extended service intervals not exceeding 30 monthsDE 
250MSC.1/Circ.1329Guidelines for uniform operating limitations of high-speed craftDE 
251MSC.1/Circ.1330Guidelines for maintenance and repair of protective coatingsDE 
252MSC.1/Circ.1331Guidelines for construction, installation, maintenance and inspection/survey of means of embarkation and disembarkationDE 
253SLS.14/Circ.1Record of cargo ship safety equipmentDE 
254SN/Circ.52Warning of bulbous bows, bow propulsion and exhibition of all-round red lightDE 

IMO body DE

The amendments shows additions or changes to MSC.1/Circ.1371

No.InstrumentNameIMO bodyRemarks
131A.272(VIII)Recommendation on safe access to and working in large tanks, and recommendation on safe access to and working in large cargo holds of bulk carriers, as amended by A.330(IX)DE 
132A.373(X)Code of Safety for Dynamically Supported Craft (DSC Code), as amended by MSC.37(63), MSC.186(79) and MSC.224 (82)DENow 2000 HSC Code, but in force for existing ships built before 1 January 1996
133A.415(XI)Improved steering gear standards for passenger and cargo shipsDE 
134A.416(XI)Examination of steering gears on existing tankersDE 
135A.467(XII)Guidelines for acceptance of non-duplicated rudder actuators for tankers, chemical tankers and gas carriers of 10,000 tons gross tonnage and above but less than 100,000 tons deadweightDE 
136A.468(XII)Code on Noise Levels on Board ShipsDE 
137A.469(XII)Guidelines for the design and construction of offshore supply vesselsDENow MSC.235 (82), but still in force for existing ships
139A.520(13)Code of practice for the evaluation, testing and acceptance of prototype novel life-saving appliances and arrangementsDE 
140A.534(13)Code of Safety for Special Purpose Ships (SPS Code), as amended by MSC/Circ.446, MSC/Circ.478, MSC/Circ.739 and MSC.183(79)DESuperseded by MSC.266(84), but still in force for existing ships certified before 13 May 2008
141A.649(16)Code for the Construction and Equipment of Mobile Offshore Drilling Units (MODU Code), 1989, as amended by MSC/Circ.561, MSC.38(63) and
MSC.187(79)
DESuperseded by A.1023(26), but still in force for existing MODUs built before 1 January 2012
142A.656(16)Fast rescue boatsDE 
143A.657(16)Instructions for action in survival craftDE 
144A.759(18)Marking of inflatable liferaftsDE 
145A.760(18)Symbols related to life-saving appliances and arrangementsDE 
146A.761(18)Recommendation on conditions for the approval of servicing stations for inflatable liferafts, as amended by MSC.55(66)DE 
147A.765(18)Guidelines on the safety of towed ships and other floating objects, including installations, structures and platforms at seaDE 
148A.793(19)Strength and securing and locking arrangements of shell doors on ro-ro passenger shipsDE 
149A.798(19)Guidelines for the selection, application and maintenance of corrosion prevention systems of dedicated seawater ballast tanksDE 
150A.831(19)Code of Safety for Diving Systems, 1995, as amended by MSC.185(79)DE 
151A.852(20)Guidelines for a structure of an integrated system of contingency planning for shipboard emergenciesDE 
152A.855(20)Standards for onboard helicopter facilitiesDE 
153A.1021(26)Code on alerts and indicators, 2009DERevokes A.830(19)
154A.1023(26)Code for the construction and equipment of mobile Offshore Drilling Units, 2009 (2009 MODU Code)DESupersedes A.649(16)
155A.1024(26)Guidelines for ships operating in polar watersDE Applicable for ships constructed on or after 1 January 2011
156MSC.35(63)Guidelines for emergency towing arrangements on tankersDE 
157MSC.62(67)Guidelines for safe access to tanker bowsDE 
158MSC.81(70)Revised Recommendation on testing of life-saving appliances, as amended by MSC.200(80), MSC.226(82) and MSC.274(85), MSC.295(87), MSC.321(89)and MSC.323(89)DE 
159MSC.137(76)Standards for ship manoeuvrabilityDE 
160MSC.145(77)Performance standards for water level detectors on bulk carriersDE 
161MSC.146(77)Application of IACS unified requirements S26, S27, S30 and S31 to bulk carriersDE 
162MSC.188(79)Performance Standards for Water Level Detectors on Bulk Carriers and Single Hold Cargo Ships other than Bulk CarriersDE 
163MSC.244(83)Performance standard for protective coatings for void spaces on bulk carriers and oil tankersDE 
164MSC.266(84)Code of Safety for Special Purpose Ships (SPS Code), 2008,as amended by MSC.299(87) (supersedes A.534(13))DE 
165MSC.277(85)Clarification of the term "bulk carrier" and guidance for application of regulations in SOLAS to ships which occasionally carry dry cargoes in bulk and are not determined as bulk carriers in accordance with regulation XII/1.1 and chapter II-1DE 
166MSC/Circ.326Drainage of enclosed cargo spaces situated on the bulkhead deckDE 
167MSC/Circ.444Clarification of certain provisions of chapter III of the 1983 SOLAS Amendments and resolution A.521(13)DE 
168MSC/Circ.447Control under SOLAS regulation I/19 ¿ Recommendation on radar reflectors for liferafts and on training manualsDE 
169MSC/Circ.474Guidelines for bow and stern loading and unloading arrangements in oil tankersDE 
170MSC/Circ.504Guidance on design and construction of sea inlets under slush ice conditionsDE 
171MSC/Circ.508Clarification of certain provisions of chapter III of the 1983 SOLAS amendmentsDE 
172MSC/Circ.509Clarification of SOLAS chapter III provisions related to protection of occupants against impact forces on lifeboats when lowered down the ship's side (Refer to A.689(17))DE 
173MSC/Circ.510Clarification of SOLAS chapter III provisions related to protection of occupants of free-fall lifeboats against harmful accelerations during launchingDE 
174MSC/Circ.534Clarification of certain provisions of chapter III of the 1983 SOLAS amendmentsDE 
175MSC/Circ.569Clarifications of certain provisions of chapter III of the 1983 SOLAS amendmentsDE 
176MSC/Circ.570Recommendation on maximum stowage height of survival craft on passenger shipsDE 
177MSC/Circ.587Fumes in totally enclosed lifeboatsDE 
178MSC/Circ.616Evaluation of free-fall lifeboat launch performanceDE 
179MSC/Circ.645Guidelines for vessels with dynamic positioning systemsDE 
180MSC/Circ.646Recommendations for the fitting of hull stress monitoring systemsDE 
181MSC/Circ.648Guidelines for the operation, inspection and maintenance of ship sewage systemsDE 
182MSC/Circ.681Guidelines for passenger safety instructions on ro-ro passenger shipsDE 
183MSC/Circ.686Guidelines on the means of access to structures for inspection and maintenance of oil tankers and bulk carriersDE 
184MSC/Circ.687Emergency source of power for category A high-speed craftDE 
185MSC/Circ.692Clarification of SOLAS regulation III/50 regarding general emergency alarm systemsDE 
186MSC/Circ.695Falls at corrugated bulkheads in general cargo shipsDE 
187MSC/Circ.699Revised guidelines for passenger safety instructionsDE 
188MSC/Circ.735Recommendation for the design and operation of passenger ships to respond to elderly and disabled persons' needsDE 
189MSC/Circ.736Interpretations of vague expressions in SOLAS chapter II-1DE 
190MSC/Circ.737Guidelines on anchoring systems for MODUsDE 
191MSC/Circ.760Guidelines for a structure of an integrated system of contingency planning for shipboard emergenciesDE 
192MSC/Circ.810Recommendation on means of rescue on ro-ro passenger shipsDE 
193MSC/Circ.811Identification of float-free arrangements for liferaftsDE 
194MSC/Circ.834Guidelines for engine-room layout, design and arrangementDE 
195MSC/Circ.846Guidelines on the human element considerations for the design and management of emergency escape arrangements on passenger shipsDE 
196MSC/Circ.851Guidelines on engine-room oil fuel systemsDE 
197MSC/Circ.857Revised medical first aid guide (MFAG)DE 
198MSC/Circ.866Guidelines for the application of safety standards to pusher tug-barge combinationDE 
199MSC/Circ.884Guidelines for safe ocean towingDE 
200MSC/Circ.885Testing and approval of position-indicating lights for life-saving appliances under the International Life-Saving Appliance (LSA) CodeDE 
201MSC/Circ.887Interpretation of the term "Other strategic points" in SOLAS regulation III/50 and LSA Code, section VII/7.2DE 
202MSC/Circ.888Preventing falls at corrugated bulkheads in general cargo shipsDE 
203MSC/Circ.895Recommendation on helicopter landing areas on ro-ro passenger shipsDE 
204MSC/Circ.922Recommendations on performance standards and tests for thermal protective lifejackets (TP-lifejackets)DE 
205MSC/Circ.966IACS unified interpretations of "Prototype test"DE 
206MSC/Circ.981Guidelines for the design, construction and operation of passenger submersible craft, as amended by MSC/Circ.1125DE 
207MSC/Circ.1016Application of SOLAS regulation III/26 concerning fast rescue boats and means of rescue systems on ro-ro passenger shipsDE 
208MSC/Circ.1029Interim guidelines for the conduct of High-Speed Craft model testsDE 
209MSC/Circ.1046Guidelines for the assessment of thermal protectionDE 
210MSC/Circ.1047Guidelines for monthly shipboard inspection of immersion suits and anti-exposure suits by ships' crewsDE 
211MSC/Circ.1048Performance standards and performance tests for manually powered reverse osmosis desalinatorsDE 
212MSC/Circ.1054Interim Guidelines for wing-in-ground (WIG) craft, as amended by MSC/Circ.1126DE 
213MSC/Circ.1069Interpretation of SOLAS regulation XII/13DE 
214MSC/Circ.1070Ship design, construction, repair and maintenanceDESupersedes MSC/Circ.807
215MSC/Circ.1071Guidelines for bulk carrier hatch cover surveys and owners' inspections and maintenanceDE 
216MSC/Circ.1094Application of SOLAS regulation III/26 concerning fast rescue boat systems on ro-ro passenger shipsDE 
218MSC/Circ.1114Guidelines for periodic testing of immersion suit and anti-exposure suit seams and closuresDE 
219MSC/Circ.1117Guidance for checking the structure of bulk carriersDE 
220MSC/Circ.1135As-built construction drawings to be maintained on board the ship and ashoreDE 
221MSC/Circ.1138Interpretations to the Guidelines for design, construction and operation of passenger submersible craftDE 
222MSC/Circ.1139Conditions applicable to propulsion control automation systems of ships built after 1 July 1986, but before 1 July 2004 (SOLAS regulation II-1/31)DE 
223MSC/Circ.1152Helicopter facilities on board ships - Amendments to Annex 14 (Aerodromes) Volume II (Heliports), to the Convention on International Civil AviationDE 
224MSC/Circ.1175Guidance on shipboard towing and mooring equipmentDE 
225MSC/Circ.1176Interpretation to SOLAS chapters II-1 and XII, as amended by MSC/Circ.1197DE 
226MSC/Circ.1177Interpretations to the 2000 HSC CodeDE 
227MSC.1/Circ.1195Guidelines for the conduct of high-speed craft model testDE 
228MSC.1/Circ.1196Means of embarkation on and disembarkation from shipsDE 
229MSC.1/Circ.1198Application of SOLAS regulation XII/6.3 on corrosion prevention of dedicated seawater ballast tanks in all types of ship and double-side skin spaces of bulk carriers and application of the performance standard for protective coatings for dedicated seawater ballast tanks in all types of ships and double-side skin spaces of bulkDE 
230MSC.1/Circ.1199Interim Guidance on compliance of ships carrying dry cargoes in bulk with requirements of SOLAS chapters II-1, III, IX, XI-1 and XIIDE 
231MSC.1/Circ.1205Guidelines for developing operation and maintenance manuals for lifeboat systemsDE 
232MSC.1/Circ.1206/
Rev.1
Measures to prevent accidents with lifeboatsDESupersedes MSC/Circ.1049, MSC/Circ.1093,
MSC/Circ.1136, MSC/Circ.1137 and
MSC.1/Circ.1206
233MSC.1/Circ.1211Unified interpretations to SOLAS regulation II-1/10 and regulation 12 of the revised SOLAS chapter II-1 regarding bow doors and the extension of the collision bulkheadDE 
234MSC.1/Circ.1212Guidelines on alternative design and arrangements for SOLAS chapters II-1 and IIIDE 
235

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Performance standards for the systems and services to remain operational on passenger ships for safe return to port and orderly evacuation and abandonment after a casualty

 

DE

See MSC.1/Circ.1369
236MSC.1/Circ.1215Early implementation of amendments to SOLAS chapter III and the International Life-Saving Appliances (LSA) CodeDE 
237MSC.1/Circ.1243Unified interpretation of SOLAS chapter IIIDE 
238MSC.1/Circ.1244Symbol of infant lifejacketDE 
239MSC.1/Circ.1247Unified interpretation of "unforeseen delay in delivery of ships"DE 
240MSC.1/Circ.1255Guidelines for owners/operators on preparing emergency towing proceduresDE 
241MSC.1/Circ.1277Interim Recommendation on conditions for authorization of service providers for lifeboats, launching appliances and on-load release gearDE 
242MSC.1/Circ.1278Guidance on wearing immersion suits in totally enclosed lifeboatsDE 
243MSC.1/Circ.1279Guidelines for corrosion protection of permanent means of access arrangementsDE 
244MSC.1/Circ.1285Unified interpretation of SOLAS regulation III/16.1DE 
245MSC.1/Circ.1286Unified interpretation of SOLAS regulation II-1/32.1DE 
246MSC.1/Circ.1304Guidance for application of SOLAS regulation III/7, as amended by resolution MSC.201(81)DE 
247MSC.1/Circ.1326
and Corr.1
Clarification of SOLAS regulation III/19DE 
248MSC.1/Circ.1327Guidelines for the fitting and use of fall preventer devices (FPDs)DE 
249MSC.1/Circ.1328Guidelines for the approval of inflatable liferafts subject to extended service intervals not exceeding 30 monthsDE 
250MSC.1/Circ.1329Guidelines for uniform operating limitations of high-speed craftDE 
251MSC.1/Circ.1330Guidelines for maintenance and repair of protective coatingsDE 
252MSC.1/Circ.1331Guidelines for construction, installation, maintenance and inspection/survey of means of embarkation and disembarkationDE 
253SLS.14/Circ.1Record of cargo ship safety equipmentDE 
254SN/Circ.52Warning of bulbous bows, bow propulsion and exhibition of all-round red lightDE 
 MSC.1/Circ.1345Unified interpretation of SOLAS regulation II-1/27.5DE 
 MSC.1/Circ.1346Interpretation of the 2000 HSC CodeDE 
 MSC.1/Circ.1347Determination of the required safe working load of liferaft launching appliances on passenger shipsDE 
 MSC.1/Circ.1348Guidelines for the assessment of technical provisions for the performance of an in-water survey in lieu of bottom inspection in dry dock to permit one dry-dock examination in any five-year period for passenger ships other than ro-ro passenger shipsDE 
 MSC.1/Circ.1372Guidance for application of SOLAS regulation II-1/41.6DE 
 MSC.1/Circ.1378Unified Interpretation of the Performance Standard for protective coatings for dedicated seawater ballast tanks in all types of ships and double-side skin spaces of bulk carriers (resolution MSC.215(82))DE 
 MSC.1/Circ.1379Unified interpretation of SOLAS regulation II 1/3-5DE 
 MSC.1/Circ.1381Modifications to footnotes in the coating performance standards adopted by resolutions MSC.215(82) and MSC.288(87)DE 
 MSC.1/Circ.1392Guidelines for evaluation and replacement of lifeboat release and retrieval systemsDE 
 MSC.1/Circ.1393Early application of new SOLAS regulation III/1.5DE 
 MSC.1/Circ.1397Unified interpretation of SOLAS regulation III/15.1DE 
 MSC.1/Circ.1398Unified interpretation of SOLAS regulation II-1/29DE 
 MSC.1/Circ.1399Guidelines on procedures for in-service maintenance and repair of coating systems for cargo oil tanks of crude oil tankersDE 
 MSC-MEPC.2/Circ.10Unified interpretations on the application of SOLAS, MARPOL and Load Line requirements to conversions of single-hull tankers to double-hull tankers or bulk carriersDE 

IMO body DE

The amendments shows additions or changes to MSC.1/Circ.1371

No.InstrumentNameIMO bodyRemarks
131A.272(VIII)Recommendation on safe access to and working in large tanks, and recommendation on safe access to and working in large cargo holds of bulk carriers, as amended by A.330(IX)DE 
132A.373(X)Code of Safety for Dynamically Supported Craft (DSC Code), as amended by MSC.37(63), MSC.186(79) and MSC.224 (82)DENow 2000 HSC Code, but in force for existing ships built before 1 January 1996
133A.415(XI)Improved steering gear standards for passenger and cargo shipsDE 
134A.416(XI)Examination of steering gears on existing tankersDE 
135A.467(XII)Guidelines for acceptance of non-duplicated rudder actuators for tankers, chemical tankers and gas carriers of 10,000 tons gross tonnage and above but less than 100,000 tons deadweightDE 
136A.468(XII)Code on Noise Levels on Board ShipsDE 
137A.469(XII)Guidelines for the design and construction of offshore supply vesselsDENow MSC.235 (82), but still in force for existing ships
139A.520(13)Code of practice for the evaluation, testing and acceptance of prototype novel life-saving appliances and arrangementsDE 
140A.534(13)Code of Safety for Special Purpose Ships (SPS Code), as amended by MSC/Circ.446, MSC/Circ.478, MSC/Circ.739 and MSC.183(79)DESuperseded by MSC.266(84), but still in force for existing ships certified before 13 May 2008
141A.649(16)Code for the Construction and Equipment of Mobile Offshore Drilling Units (MODU Code), 1989, as amended by MSC/Circ.561, MSC.38(63) and
MSC.187(79)
DESuperseded by A.1023(26), but still in force for existing MODUs built before 1 January 2012
142A.656(16)Fast rescue boatsDE 
143A.657(16)Instructions for action in survival craftDE 
144A.759(18)Marking of inflatable liferaftsDE 
145A.760(18)Symbols related to life-saving appliances and arrangementsDE 
146A.761(18)Recommendation on conditions for the approval of servicing stations for inflatable liferafts, as amended by MSC.55(66)DE 
147A.765(18)Guidelines on the safety of towed ships and other floating objects, including installations, structures and platforms at seaDE 
148A.793(19)Strength and securing and locking arrangements of shell doors on ro-ro passenger shipsDE 
149A.798(19)Guidelines for the selection, application and maintenance of corrosion prevention systems of dedicated seawater ballast tanksDE 
150A.831(19)Code of Safety for Diving Systems, 1995, as amended by MSC.185(79)DE 
151A.852(20)Guidelines for a structure of an integrated system of contingency planning for shipboard emergenciesDE 
152A.855(20)Standards for onboard helicopter facilitiesDE 
153A.1021(26)Code on alerts and indicators, 2009DERevokes A.830(19)
154A.1023(26)Code for the construction and equipment of mobile Offshore Drilling Units, 2009 (2009 MODU Code)DESupersedes A.649(16)
155A.1024(26)Guidelines for ships operating in polar watersDEApplicable for ships constructed on or after 1 January 2011
A.1049(27)International Code on the enhanced programme of inspections duringsurveys of bulk carriers and oil tankers, 2011 (2011 ESP Code)DEIt is expected to become mandatory under amendments to SOLAS and supersede A.744(18), as amended
156MSC.35(63)Guidelines for emergency towing arrangements on tankersDE 
157MSC.62(67)Guidelines for safe access to tanker bowsDE 
158MSC.81(70)Revised Recommendation on testing of life-saving appliances, as amended by MSC.200(80), MSC.226(82) and MSC.274(85), MSC.295(87), MSC.321(89)
and MSC.323(89)
DE 
159MSC.137(76)Standards for ship manoeuvrabilityDE 
160MSC.145(77)Performance standards for water level detectors on bulk carriersDE 
161MSC.146(77)Application of IACS unified requirements S26, S27, S30 and S31 to bulk carriersDE 
162MSC.188(79)Performance Standards for Water Level Detectors on Bulk Carriers and Single Hold Cargo Ships other than Bulk CarriersDE 
163MSC.244(83)Performance standard for protective coatings for void spaces on bulk carriers and oil tankersDE 
164MSC.266(84)Code of Safety for Special Purpose Ships (SPS Code), 2008,as amended by MSC.299(87)
(supersedes A.534(13))
DE 
165MSC.277(85)Clarification of the term "bulk carrier" and guidance for application of regulations in SOLAS to ships which occasionally carry dry cargoes in bulk and are not determined as bulk carriers in accordance with regulation XII/1.1 and chapter II-1DE 
166MSC/Circ.326Drainage of enclosed cargo spaces situated on the bulkhead deckDE 
167MSC/Circ.444Clarification of certain provisions of chapter III of the 1983 SOLAS Amendments and resolution A.521(13)DE 
168MSC/Circ.447Control under SOLAS regulation I/19 ¿ Recommendation on radar reflectors for liferafts and on training manualsDE 
169MSC/Circ.474Guidelines for bow and stern loading and unloading arrangements in oil tankersDE 
170MSC/Circ.504Guidance on design and construction of sea inlets under slush ice conditionsDE 
171MSC/Circ.508Clarification of certain provisions of chapter III of the 1983 SOLAS amendmentsDE 
172MSC/Circ.509Clarification of SOLAS chapter III provisions related to protection of occupants against impact forces on lifeboats when lowered down the ship's side (Refer to A.689(17))DE 
173MSC/Circ.510Clarification of SOLAS chapter III provisions related to protection of occupants of free-fall lifeboats against harmful accelerations during launchingDE 
174MSC/Circ.534Clarification of certain provisions of chapter III of the 1983 SOLAS amendmentsDE 
175MSC/Circ.569Clarifications of certain provisions of chapter III of the 1983 SOLAS amendmentsDE 
176MSC/Circ.570Recommendation on maximum stowage height of survival craft on passenger shipsDE 
177MSC/Circ.587Fumes in totally enclosed lifeboatsDE 
178MSC/Circ.616Evaluation of free-fall lifeboat launch performanceDE 
179MSC/Circ.645Guidelines for vessels with dynamic positioning systemsDE 
180MSC/Circ.646Recommendations for the fitting of hull stress monitoring systemsDE 
181MSC/Circ.648Guidelines for the operation, inspection and maintenance of ship sewage systemsDE 
182MSC/Circ.681Guidelines for passenger safety instructions on ro-ro passenger shipsDE 
183MSC/Circ.686Guidelines on the means of access to structures for inspection and maintenance of oil tankers and bulk carriersDE 
184MSC/Circ.687Emergency source of power for category A high-speed craftDE 
185MSC/Circ.692Clarification of SOLAS regulation III/50 regarding general emergency alarm systemsDE 
186MSC/Circ.695Falls at corrugated bulkheads in general cargo shipsDE 
187MSC/Circ.699Revised guidelines for passenger safety instructionsDE 
188MSC/Circ.735Recommendation for the design and operation of passenger ships to respond to elderly and disabled persons' needsDE 
189MSC/Circ.736Interpretations of vague expressions in SOLAS chapter II-1DE 
190MSC/Circ.737Guidelines on anchoring systems for MODUsDE 
191MSC/Circ.760Guidelines for a structure of an integrated system of contingency planning for shipboard emergenciesDE 
192MSC/Circ.810Recommendation on means of rescue on ro-ro passenger shipsDE 
193MSC/Circ.811Identification of float-free arrangements for liferaftsDE 
194MSC/Circ.834Guidelines for engine-room layout, design and arrangementDE 
195MSC/Circ.846Guidelines on the human element considerations for the design and management of emergency escape arrangements on passenger shipsDE 
196MSC/Circ.851Guidelines on engine-room oil fuel systemsDE 
197MSC/Circ.857Revised medical first aid guide (MFAG)DE 
198MSC/Circ.866Guidelines for the application of safety standards to pusher tug-barge combinationDE 
199MSC/Circ.884Guidelines for safe ocean towingDE 
200MSC/Circ.885Testing and approval of position-indicating lights for life-saving appliances under the International Life-Saving Appliance (LSA) CodeDE 
201MSC/Circ.887Interpretation of the term "Other strategic points" in SOLAS regulation III/50 and LSA Code, section VII/7.2DE 
202MSC/Circ.888Preventing falls at corrugated bulkheads in general cargo shipsDE 
203MSC/Circ.895Recommendation on helicopter landing areas on ro-ro passenger shipsDE 
204MSC/Circ.922Recommendations on performance standards and tests for thermal protective lifejackets (TP-lifejackets)DE 
205MSC/Circ.966IACS unified interpretations of "Prototype test"DE 
206MSC/Circ.981Guidelines for the design, construction and operation of passenger submersible craft, as amended by MSC/Circ.1125DE 
207MSC/Circ.1016Application of SOLAS regulation III/26 concerning fast rescue boats and means of rescue systems on ro-ro passenger shipsDE 
208MSC/Circ.1029Interim guidelines for the conduct of High-Speed Craft model testsDE 
209MSC/Circ.1046Guidelines for the assessment of thermal protectionDE 
210MSC/Circ.1047Guidelines for monthly shipboard inspection of immersion suits and anti-exposure suits by ships' crewsDE 
211MSC/Circ.1048Performance standards and performance tests for manually powered reverse osmosis desalinatorsDE 
212MSC/Circ.1054Interim Guidelines for wing-in-ground (WIG) craft, as amended by MSC/Circ.1126DE 
213MSC/Circ.1069Interpretation of SOLAS regulation XII/13DE 
214MSC/Circ.1070Ship design, construction, repair and maintenanceDESupersedes MSC/Circ.807
215MSC/Circ.1071Guidelines for bulk carrier hatch cover surveys and owners' inspections and maintenanceDE 
216MSC/Circ.1094Application of SOLAS regulation III/26 concerning fast rescue boat systems on ro-ro passenger shipsDE 
218MSC/Circ.1114Guidelines for periodic testing of immersion suit and anti-exposure suit seams and closuresDE 
219MSC/Circ.1117Guidance for checking the structure of bulk carriersDE 
220MSC/Circ.1135As-built construction drawings to be maintained on board the ship and ashoreDE 
221MSC/Circ.1138Interpretations to the Guidelines for design, construction and operation of passenger submersible craftDE 
222MSC/Circ.1139Conditions applicable to propulsion control automation systems of ships built after 1 July 1986, but before 1 July 2004 (SOLAS regulation II-1/31)DE 
223MSC/Circ.1152Helicopter facilities on board ships - Amendments to Annex 14 (Aerodromes) Volume II (Heliports), to the Convention on International Civil AviationDE 
224MSC/Circ.1175Guidance on shipboard towing and mooring equipmentDE 
225MSC/Circ.1176Interpretation to SOLAS chapters II-1 and XII, as amended by MSC/Circ.1197DE 
226MSC/Circ.1177Interpretations to the 2000 HSC CodeDE 
227MSC.1/Circ.1195Guidelines for the conduct of high-speed craft model testDE 
228MSC.1/Circ.1196Means of embarkation on and disembarkation from shipsDE 
229MSC.1/Circ.1198Application of SOLAS regulation XII/6.3 on corrosion prevention of dedicated seawater ballast tanks in all types of ship and double-side skin spaces of bulk carriers and application of the performance standard for protective coatings for dedicated seawater ballast tanks in all types of ships and double-side skin spaces of bulkDE 
230MSC.1/Circ.1199Interim Guidance on compliance of ships carrying dry cargoes in bulk with requirements of SOLAS chapters II-1, III, IX, XI-1 and XIIDE 
231MSC.1/Circ.1205Guidelines for developing operation and maintenance manuals for lifeboat systemsDE 
232MSC.1/Circ.1206/
Rev.1
Measures to prevent accidents with lifeboatsDESupersedes MSC/Circ.1049, MSC/Circ.1093,
MSC/Circ.1136, MSC/Circ.1137 and
MSC.1/Circ.1206
233MSC.1/Circ.1211Unified interpretations to SOLAS regulation II-1/10 and regulation 12 of the revised SOLAS chapter II-1 regarding bow doors and the extension of the collision bulkheadDE 
234MSC.1/Circ.1212Guidelines on alternative design and arrangements for SOLAS chapters II-1 and IIIDE 
235

DELETED

MSC.1/Circ.1214

 

Performance standards for the systems and services to remain operational on passenger ships for safe return to port and orderly evacuation and abandonment after a casualty

 

DE

See MSC.1/Circ.1369
236MSC.1/Circ.1215Early implementation of amendments to SOLAS chapter III and the International Life-Saving Appliances (LSA) CodeDE 
237MSC.1/Circ.1243Unified interpretation of SOLAS chapter IIIDE 
238MSC.1/Circ.1244Symbol of infant lifejacketDE 
239MSC.1/Circ.1247Unified interpretation of "unforeseen delay in delivery of ships"DE 
240MSC.1/Circ.1255Guidelines for owners/operators on preparing emergency towing proceduresDE 
241MSC.1/Circ.1277Interim Recommendation on conditions for authorization of service providers for lifeboats, launching appliances and on-load release gearDE 
242MSC.1/Circ.1278Guidance on wearing immersion suits in totally enclosed lifeboatsDE 
243MSC.1/Circ.1279Guidelines for corrosion protection of permanent means of access arrangementsDE 
244MSC.1/Circ.1285Unified interpretation of SOLAS regulation III/16.1DE 
245MSC.1/Circ.1286Unified interpretation of SOLAS regulation II-1/32.1DE 
246MSC.1/Circ.1304Guidance for application of SOLAS regulation III/7, as amended by resolution MSC.201(81)DE 
247MSC.1/Circ.1326
and Corr.1
Clarification of SOLAS regulation III/19DE 
248MSC.1/Circ.1327Guidelines for the fitting and use of fall preventer devices (FPDs)DE 
249MSC.1/Circ.1328Guidelines for the approval of inflatable liferafts subject to extended service intervals not exceeding 30 monthsDE 
250MSC.1/Circ.1329Guidelines for uniform operating limitations of high-speed craftDE 
251MSC.1/Circ.1330Guidelines for maintenance and repair of protective coatingsDE 
252MSC.1/Circ.1331Guidelines for construction, installation, maintenance and inspection/survey of means of embarkation and disembarkationDE 
253SLS.14/Circ.1Record of cargo ship safety equipmentDE 
254SN/Circ.52Warning of bulbous bows, bow propulsion and exhibition of all-round red lightDE 
 MSC.1/Circ.1345Unified interpretation of SOLAS regulation II-1/27.5DE 
 MSC.1/Circ.1346Interpretation of the 2000 HSC CodeDE 
 MSC.1/Circ.1347Determination of the required safe working load of liferaft launching appliances on passenger shipsDE 
 MSC.1/Circ.1348Guidelines for the assessment of technical provisions for the performance of an in-water survey in lieu of bottom inspection in dry dock to permit one dry-dock examination in any five-year period for passenger ships other than ro-ro passenger shipsDE 
 MSC.1/Circ.1372Guidance for application of SOLAS regulation II-1/41.6DE 
 MSC.1/Circ.1378Unified Interpretation of the Performance Standard for protective coatings for dedicated seawater ballast tanks in all types of ships and double-side skin spaces of bulk carriers (resolution MSC.215(82))DE 
 MSC.1/Circ.1379Unified interpretation of SOLAS regulation II 1/3-5DE 
 MSC.1/Circ.1381Modifications to footnotes in the coating performance standards adopted by resolutions MSC.215(82) and MSC.288(87)DE 
 MSC.1/Circ.1392Guidelines for evaluation and replacement of lifeboat release and retrieval systemsDE 
 MSC.1/Circ.1393Early application of new SOLAS regulation III/1.5DE 
 MSC.1/Circ.1397Unified interpretation of SOLAS regulation III/15.1DE 
 MSC.1/Circ.1398Unified interpretation of SOLAS regulation II-1/29DE 
 MSC.1/Circ.1399Guidelines on procedures for in-service maintenance and repair of coating systems for cargo oil tanks of crude oil tankersDE 
MSC.1/Circ.1411Early implementation of the amendments to SOLAS regulation III/20.11.2DE 
MSC.1/Circ.1416Unified interpretation of SOLAS regulations II-1/28 and II-1/29DE 
MSC.1/Circ.1417Guidelines for passenger ship tendersDE 
MSC.1/Circ.1418Guidelines for the design and installation of a visible element to the general emergency alarm on passenger shipsDE 
MSC.1/Circ.1419Guidelines for the standardization of lifeboat control arrangementsDE 
MSC.1/Circ.1420Awareness of counterfeit and substandard life-saving appliancesDE 
MSC.1/Circ.1421Guidelines on exemptions for crude oil tankers solely engaged in the carriage of cargoes and cargo handling operations not causing corrosionDE 
MSC.1/Circ.1422Unified interpretations of the Code of Safety for Special Purpose Ships, 2008 (2008 SPS Code)DEChapters 1, 2, 6, 7 and 10
MSC.1/Circ.1423Unified interpretation to paragraph 1.2.2.6 of the LSA Code concerning lifeboat exterior colourDE 
MSC.1/Circ.1424Unified interpretation of SOLAS regulation II-1/48.3DE 
MSC.1/Circ.1425Unified interpretation of SOLAS regulations II-1/29.3 and 29.4DE 
MSC.1/Circ.1426Unified interpretation of SOLAS regulation II-1/3-5DE 
 MSC-MEPC.2/Circ.10Unified interpretations on the application of SOLAS, MARPOL and Load Line requirements to conversions of single-hull tankers to double-hull tankers or bulk carriersDE 

 

 

IMO body DE/BLG

No.InstrumentNameIMO bodyRemarks
256A.582(14)Guidelines for the construction and equipment of ships carrying hazardous liquid wastes in bulk for the purpose of dumping at seaDE/BLG 
257A.491(XII)Code of Safety for Nuclear Merchant ShipsDE/BLG 

 

IMO body DE/COMSAR

No.InstrumentNameIMO bodyRemarks
258A.658(16)Use and fitting of retro-reflective materials on life-saving appliancesDE/COMSAR 

IMO body DE/FP

No.InstrumentNameIMO bodyRemarks
255A.792(19)Safety culture in and around passenger shipsDE/FP 
259A.692(17)Guidelines and specifications for hyperbaric evacuation systemsDE/FP 

 

IMO body DE/FP/SLF

No.InstrumentNameIMO bodyRemarks
217MSC/Circ.1102Interpretation of the 2000 HSC Code and SOLAS chapter XDE/FP/SLF 

 

IMO body DE/NAV

No.InstrumentNameIMO bodyRemarks
260MSC/Circ.808Recommendation on performance standards for public address systems on passenger ships, including cablingDE/NAV 
261MSC/Circ.1053Explanatory notes to the Standards for ship manoeuvrabilityDE/NAVSupersedes MSC/Circ.644
262MSC/Circ.1143Guidelines on early assessment of hull damage and possible need for abandonment of bulk carriersDE/NAV 

 

IMO body DE/SLF

No.InstrumentNameIMO bodyRemarks
263MSC/Circ.1108Guidelines for assessing the longitudinal strength of bulk carriers during loading, unloading and ballast water exchangeDE/SLF 
264FAO/ILO/IMO CodeFAO/ILO/IMO Code of safety for fishermen and fishing vessels, 2005 (MSC 79/23, annex 38)DE/SLF 
265FAO/ILO/IMO
Guidelines

FAO/ILO/IMO Voluntary guidelines for the design, construction and equipment of small fishing vessels (MSC 79/23, annex 39)

DE/SLF 

IMO body DE/SLF/DSC

No.InstrumentNameIMO bodyRemarks
138MSC.235(82)Guidelines for the design and construction of offshore supply vessels, 2006

DE/SLF/DSC

Supersedes A.469(XII)

 

IMO body DE/SLF/DSC

No.InstrumentNameIMO bodyRemarks
138MSC.235(82)Guidelines for the design and construction of offshore supply vessels, 2006, as amended by MSC.335(90)

DE/SLF/DSC

Supersedes A.469(XII)

 

IMO body DE/SLF/FP

No.InstrumentNameIMO bodyRemarks
266MSC/Circ.608/Rev.1Interim guidelines for open-top containershipsDE/SLF/FP 

IMO body DE/STW

No.InstrumentNameIMO bodyRemarks
267MSC/Circ.1161Guidance on training for fast rescue boats launch and recovery teams and boat crewsDE/STW 
268MSC/Circ.1162General principles and recommendations for knowledge, skills and training for officers on Wing-In-Ground (WIG) craft operating in both displacement and ground effect modesDE/STW 

IMO body DSC

No.InstrumentNameIMO bodyRemarks
269A.489(XII)Safe stowage and securing of cargo units and other entities in ships other than cellular containershipsDSC 
270A.533(13)Elements to be taken into account when considering the safe stowage and securing of cargo units and vehicles in shipsDSC 
271A.581(14)Guidelines for securing arrangements for the transport of road vehicles on ro-ro ships, as amended by MSC/Circ.812DSC 
272A.713(17)Safety of ships carrying solid bulk cargoesDSC 
273A.714(17)Code of Safe Practice for Cargo Stowage and Securing (CSS Code), as amended by MSC/Circ.664, MSC/Circ.691, MSC/Circ.740, MSC/Circ.812 and MSC/Circ.1026DSC 
274A.715(17)Code of Practice for Ships Carrying Timber Deck Cargoes (Timber Code)DSC 
275A.797(19)Safety of ships carrying solid bulk cargoesDSC 
276A.854(20)Guidelines for developing shipboard emergency plans for ships carrying materials subject to the INF CodeDSC 
277A.862(20)Code of Practice for the Safe Loading and Unloading of Bulk Carriers (BLU Code), as amended by MSC.238(82)DSC 
278A.864(20)Recommendations for entering enclosed spaces aboard shipsDSC 
279A.984(24)Facilitation of the carriage of the IMDG Code class 7 radioactive materials including those in packaged form used in medical or public health applicationsDSC 
280CSC/Circ.100Harmonized interpretation and implementation of the International Convention for Safe Containers, 1972, as amended by CSC/Circ.124DSC 
281CSC/Circ.131International Convention for Safe Containers (CSC), 1972/Implementation, testing, inspection and approvalDSCReplaces CSC/Circ.129
282CSC/Circ.134Guidance on serious structural deficiencies in containers, as amended by CSC.1/Circ.137DSC 
283DSC/Circ.11Ships carrying fumigated bulk cargoesDSC 
284DSC/Circ.12
and Corr.1 & 2
Guidance on the continued use of existing IMO type portable tanks and road tank vehicles for the transport of dangerous goodsDSC 
285DSC/Circ.14Compliance with the provisions of the Code of safe practice for solid bulk cargoes (BC Code)DSC To be deleted when BC Code is superseded by IMSBC Code as of 1 January 2011 (MSC.268(85))
286IMO/IAEAIMO/IAEA Safety recommendations on the use of ports by nuclear merchant shipsDSC 
287MSC.193(79)The Code of safe practice for solid bulk cargoes (BC Code), 2004DSCTo be deleted as superseded by MSC.268(85)
as of 1 January 2011
288MSC.268(85)International Maritime Solid Bulk Cargoes (IMSBC) Code (Mandatory except as stated in section 1.4 of the Code)DSCSupersedes MSC.193(79)
289MSC/Circ.488Containers and cargoes. Carriage of grain: Guidance on interpretation and equivalencesDSC 
290MSC/Circ.548Guidance note on precautions to be taken by masters of ships engaged in the carriage of timber cargo (supplement to the Code of Safe Practice for Ships Carrying Timber Deck Cargoes)DSC 
291MSC/Circ.592Carriage of dangerous goods: Acceptance of the document of complianceDSC 
292MSC/Circ.612Recommendations on the safe use of pesticides in ships, as amended by MSC/Circ.689 and MSC/Circ.746DSCTo be revised (on the Agenda of DSC)
293MSC/Circ.656Safety of ships carrying solid bulk cargoesDSC 
294MSC/Circ.667Safe practices on board bulk carriersDSC 
295MSC/Circ.743Communications between maritime Administrations and port authoritiesDSC 
296MSC/Circ.745Guidelines for the preparation of the Cargo Securing ManualDSC 
297MSC/Circ.787IMO/ILO/UN ECE Guidelines for Packing of Cargo Transport Units (CTUs)DSC 
298MSC/Circ.859Inspection programmes for cargo transport units (CTUs) carrying dangerous goodsDSC 
299MSC/Circ.860Guidelines for the approval of offshore containers handled in open seasDSC 
300MSC/Circ.908Uniform method of measurement of the density of bulk cargoesDSC 
301MSC/Circ.947Safe loading and unloading of bulk carriersDSC 
302MSC/Circ.963Transport of Calcium HypochloriteDSC 
303MSC/Circ.1025Revised Emergency Response Procedures for Ships Carrying Dangerous Goods (EmS Guide), as amended by MSC.1/Circ.1025/Add.1 and MSC.1/Circ.1262DSC 
304MSC/Circ.1119Ship/terminal interface improvement for bulk carriersDSC 
305MSC/Circ.1147Questionnaire on inspections of containers/vehicles carrying packaged dangerous goodsDSC 
306MSC/Circ.1149Accidents involving bulk cargoes not specifically listed in the Code of safe practice for solid bulk cargoes (BC Code)DSC 
307MSC/Circ.1160Manual on loading and unloading of solid bulk cargoes for terminal representatives, as amended by MSC/Circ.1230DSC 
308MSC.1/Circ.1202Inspection programmes for cargo transport units (CTUs) carrying dangerous goodsDSCReplaces CSC/Circ.859
309MSC.1/Circ.1216Revised recommendations on the safe transport of dangerous cargoes and related activities in port areasDSCRevokes MSC/Circ.675
310MSC.1/Circ.1263Revised Recommendation on safety of personnel during container securing operationsDSCSupersedes MSC/Circ.886
311MSC.1/Circ.1264Recommendations on the safe use of pesticides in ships applicable to fumigation of cargo holds (Supersedes partly MSC/Circ.612 as amended by MSC/Circ.689 and MSC/Circ.746)DSC
312MSC.1/Circ.1265Recommendations on the safe use of pesticides in ships applicable to fumigation of cargo transport units (Supersedes partly MSC/Circ.612 as amended by MSC/Circ.689 and MSC/Circ.746)DSC 
313MSC.1/Circ.1266Document of compliance with the special requirements for ships carrying dangerous goodsDSCSupersedes MSC/Circ.1027 and MSC/Circ.1148
314MSC-MEPC.2/Circ.1Disposal of fumigant materialDSC 

IMO body DSC

The amendments shows additions or changes to MSC.1/Circ.1371

No.InstrumentNameIMO bodyRemarks
269A.489(XII)Safe stowage and securing of cargo units and other entities in ships other than cellular containershipsDSC 
270A.533(13)Elements to be taken into account when considering the safe stowage and securing of cargo units and vehicles in ships, as amended by MSC.1/Circ.1354DSC 
271A.581(14)Guidelines for securing arrangements for the transport of road vehicles on ro-ro ships, as amended by MSC/Circ.812 and MSC.1/Circ.1355DSC 
272A.713(17)Safety of ships carrying solid bulk cargoesDSC 
273A.714(17)Code of Safe Practice for Cargo Stowage and Securing (CSS Code) (non-mandatory except mandatory sub-chapter 1.9), as amended by MSC/Circ.664, MSC/Circ.691, MSC/Circ.740, MSC/Circ.812 and MSC/Circ.1026 and MSC.1/Circ.1352DSC 
274A.715(17)Code of Practice for Ships Carrying Timber Deck Cargoes (Timber Code)DSC 
275A.797(19)Safety of ships carrying solid bulk cargoesDSC 
276A.854(20)Guidelines for developing shipboard emergency plans for ships carrying materials subject to the INF CodeDSC 
277A.862(20)Code of Practice for the Safe Loading and Unloading of Bulk Carriers (BLU Code), as amended by MSC.238(82)DSC 
278A.864(20)Recommendations for entering enclosed spaces aboard shipsDSC 
279A.984(24)Facilitation of the carriage of the IMDG Code class 7 radioactive materials including those in packaged form used in medical or public health applicationsDSC 
280

DELETED

CSC/Circ.100

 

Harmonized interpretation and implementation of the International Convention for Safe Containers, 1972, as amended by CSC/Circ.124

 

DSC

See CSC.1/Circ.138
281CSC/Circ.131International Convention for Safe Containers (CSC), 1972/Implementation, testing, inspection and approvalDSCReplaces CSC/Circ.129
282

DELETED

CSC/Circ.134

 

Guidance on serious structural deficiencies in containers, as amended by CSC.1/Circ.137

 

DSC

 See CSC.1/Circ.138
283DSC/Circ.11Ships carrying fumigated bulk cargoesDSC 
284DSC/Circ.12
and Corr.1 & 2
Guidance on the continued use of existing IMO type portable tanks and road tank vehicles for the transport of dangerous goodsDSC 
285DELETED

DSC/Circ.14

 

Compliance with the provisions of the Code of safe practice for solid bulk cargoes (BC Code)

 

DSC

Deleted as BC Code was superseded by IMSBC Code as of 1 January 2011 (MSC.268(85))

To be deleted when BC Code is superseded by IMSBC Code as of 1 January 2011 (MSC.268(85))

286IMO/IAEAIMO/IAEA Safety recommendations on the use of ports by nuclear merchant shipsDSC 
287

DELETED

MSC.193(79)

 

The Code of safe practice for solid bulk cargoes (BC Code), 2004

 

DSC

Deleted as superseded by MSC.268(85) as of 1 January 2011

To be deleted as superseded by MSC.268(85) as of 1 January 2011

288MSC.268(85)

International Maritime Solid Bulk Cargoes (IMSBC) Code (Mandatory except as stated in section 1.4 of the Code), as amended by MSC.318(89)

DSC

Supersedes MSC.193(79)

289MSC/Circ.488Containers and cargoes. Carriage of grain: Guidance on interpretation and equivalencesDSC 
290MSC/Circ.548Guidance note on precautions to be taken by masters of ships engaged in the carriage of timber cargo (supplement to the Code of Safe Practice for Ships Carrying Timber Deck Cargoes)DSC 
291MSC/Circ.592Carriage of dangerous goods: Acceptance of the document of complianceDSC 
292

DELETED

MSC/Circ.612

 

Recommendations on the safe use of pesticides in ships, as amended by MSC/Circ.689 and MSC/Circ.746

 

DSC

See MSC.1/Circ.1264

To be revised (on the Agenda of DSC)

293MSC/Circ.656Safety of ships carrying solid bulk cargoesDSC 
294MSC/Circ.667Safe practices on board bulk carriersDSC 
295MSC/Circ.743Communications between maritime Administrations and port authoritiesDSC 
296

DELETED

MSC/Circ.745

 

Guidelines for the preparation of the Cargo Securing Manual

 

DSC

See MSC.1/Circ.1353
297MSC/Circ.787IMO/ILO/UN ECE Guidelines for Packing of Cargo Transport Units (CTUs)DSC 
298MSC/Circ.859Inspection programmes for cargo transport units (CTUs) carrying dangerous goodsDSC 
299MSC/Circ.860Guidelines for the approval of offshore containers handled in open seasDSC 
300MSC/Circ.908Uniform method of measurement of the density of bulk cargoesDSC 
301MSC/Circ.947Safe loading and unloading of bulk carriersDSC 
302MSC/Circ.963Transport of Calcium HypochloriteDSC 
303MSC/Circ.1025Revised Emergency Response Procedures for Ships Carrying Dangerous Goods (EmS Guide), as amended by MSC.1/Circ.1025/Add.1 and MSC.1/Circ.1262 and MSC.1/Circ.1360DSC 
304MSC/Circ.1119Ship/terminal interface improvement for bulk carriersDSC 
305MSC/Circ.1147Questionnaire on inspections of containers/vehicles carrying packaged dangerous goodsDSC 
306MSC/Circ.1149Accidents involving bulk cargoes not specifically listed in the Code of safe practice for solid bulk cargoes (BC Code)DSC 
307MSC/Circ.1160Manual on loading and unloading of solid bulk cargoes for terminal representatives, as amended by MSC/Circ.1230 and MSC.1/Circ.1356DSC 
308MSC.1/Circ.1202Inspection programmes for cargo transport units (CTUs) carrying dangerous goodsDSCReplaces CSC/Circ.859
309MSC.1/Circ.1216Revised recommendations on the safe transport of dangerous cargoes and related activities in port areasDSCRevokes MSC/Circ.675
310MSC.1/Circ.1263Revised Recommendation on safety of personnel during container securing operationsDSCSupersedes MSC/Circ.886
311MSC.1/Circ.1264Recommendations on the safe use of pesticides in ships applicable to fumigation of cargo holds (Supersedes partly MSC/Circ.612 as amended by MSC/Circ.689 and MSC/Circ.746) as amended by MSC.1/Circ.1396DSCSupersedes partly MSC/Circ.612 as amended by MSC/Circ.689 and MSC/Circ.746
312

DELETED

MSC.1/Circ.1265

 

Recommendations on the safe use of pesticides in ships applicable to fumigation of cargo transport units (Supersedes partly MSC/Circ.612 as amended by MSC/Circ.689 and MSC/Circ.746)

 

DSC

See MSC.1/Circ.1361
313MSC.1/Circ.1266Document of compliance with the special requirements for ships carrying dangerous goodsDSCSupersedes MSC/Circ.1027 and MSC/Circ.1148
314MSC-MEPC.2/Circ.1Disposal of fumigant materialDSC 
 CSC.1/Circ.138Revised Recommendations on harmonized interpretation and implementation of the International Convention for Safe Containers, 1972, as amendedDSCSupersedes CSC/Circ.100, CSC/Circ.123, CSC/Circ.124, CSC/Circ.134 and CSC/Circ.137
 CSC.1/Circ.139International Convention for Safe Containers (CSC), 1972 / Implementation, testing, inspection and approval / List of Organizations entrustedDSC Replaces CSC.1/Circ.136
 DSC.1/Circ.63Carriage of iron ore fines that may liquefyDSC 
 MSC.1/Circ.1351Interpretation of stowage and segregation requirements for BROWN COALBRIQUETTES and COAL related to "hot areas" in the IMSBC CodeDSC 
 MSC.1/Circ.1353Revised Guidelines for the preparation of the Cargo Securing ManualDSCSupersedes MSC/Circ.745
 MSC.1/Circ.1357Additional considerations for the safe loading of bulk carriersDSC 
 MSC.1/Circ.1358Recommendations on the safe use of pesticides in shipsDSCSupersedes MSC/Circ.612, as amended byMSC/Circ.689 and MSC/Circ.746
 MSC.1/Circ.1359Information on local regulationsDSC 
 MSC.1/Circ.1361Revised Recommendation on the safe use of pesticides in ships applicable to the fumigation of cargo transport unitsDSC Supersedes MSC.1/Circ.1265
 MSC.1/Circ.1395Lists of solid bulk cargoes for which a fixed gas fire extinguishing system may be exempted or for which a fixed gas fire extinguishing system is ineffectiveDSC Supersedes MSC/Circ.1146
 IMO/ILO/UNECEGuidelines for packing cargo transport units (CTUS), as amended by MSC 89 (annex 10, MSC 89/25/Add.1)DSC 

IMO body DSC

The amendments shows additions or changes to MSC.1/Circ.1371

InstrumentNameIMO bodyRemarks
A.489(XII)Safe stowage and securing of cargo units and other entities in ships other than cellular containershipsDSC 
A.533(13)Elements to be taken into account when considering the safe stowage and securing of cargo units and vehicles in ships, as amended by MSC.1/Circ.1354DSC 
A.581(14)Guidelines for securing arrangements for the transport of road vehicles on ro-ro ships, as amended by MSC/Circ.812 and MSC.1/Circ.1355DSC 
A.713(17)Safety of ships carrying solid bulk cargoesDSC 
A.714(17)Code of Safe Practice for Cargo Stowage and Securing (CSS Code) (non-mandatory except mandatory sub-chapter 1.9), as amended by MSC/Circ.664, MSC/Circ.691, MSC/Circ.740, MSC/Circ.812 and MSC/Circ.1026 and MSC.1/Circ.1352DSC 

DELETED

A.715(17)

 

Code of Practice for Ships Carrying Timber Deck Cargoes (Timber Code)

 

DSC

Revoked by A.1049(27)
A.797(19)Safety of ships carrying solid bulk cargoesDSC 
A.854(20)Guidelines for developing shipboard emergency plans for ships carrying materials subject to the INF CodeDSC 
A.862(20)Code of Practice for the Safe Loading and Unloading of Bulk Carriers (BLU Code), as amended by MSC.238(82)DSC 

DELETED

A.864(20)

 

Recommendations for entering enclosed spaces aboard ships

 

DSC

Revoked by A.1050(27)
A.984(24)Facilitation of the carriage of the IMDG Code class 7 radioactive materials including those in packaged form used in medical or public health applicationsDSC 
A.1048(27)

Code of safe practice for ships carrying timber deck cargoes, 2011 (2011 TDC Code)

DSCRevokes A.715(17)
A.1050(27)

The revised recommendations for entering enclosed spaces aboard ships

DSCRevokes A.864(20)
CSC/Circ.131International Convention for Safe Containers (CSC), 1972/Implementation, testing, inspection and approvalDSCReplaces CSC/Circ.129
DSC/Circ.11Ships carrying fumigated bulk cargoesDSC 
DSC/Circ.12
and Corr.1 & 2
Guidance on the continued use of existing IMO type portable tanks and road tank vehicles for the transport of dangerous goodsDSC 
IMO/IAEAIMO/IAEA Safety recommendations on the use of ports by nuclear merchant shipsDSC 
MSC.268(85)

International Maritime Solid Bulk Cargoes (IMSBC) Code (Mandatory except as stated in section 1.4 of the Code), as amended by MSC.318(89)

DSC

Supersedes MSC.193(79)

MSC/Circ.488Containers and cargoes. Carriage of grain: Guidance on interpretation and equivalencesDSC 
MSC/Circ.548Guidance note on precautions to be taken by masters of ships engaged in the carriage of timber cargo (supplement to the Code of Safe Practice for Ships Carrying Timber Deck Cargoes)DSC 
MSC/Circ.592Carriage of dangerous goods: Acceptance of the document of complianceDSC 
MSC/Circ.656Safety of ships carrying solid bulk cargoesDSC 
MSC/Circ.663Containers and cargoes: form for cargo informationDSC 
MSC/Circ.667Safe practices on board bulk carriersDSC 
MSC/Circ.743Communications between maritime Administrations and port authoritiesDSC 
MSC/Circ.787IMO/ILO/UN ECE Guidelines for Packing of Cargo Transport Units (CTUs), as amended by the document contained in annex 10 to MSC 89/25/Add.1DSC 
MSC/Circ.859Inspection programmes for cargo transport units (CTUs) carrying dangerous goodsDSC 
MSC/Circ.860Guidelines for the approval of offshore containers handled in open seasDSC 
MSC/Circ.908Uniform method of measurement of the density of bulk cargoesDSC 
MSC/Circ.947Safe loading and unloading of bulk carriersDSC 
MSC/Circ.963Transport of Calcium HypochloriteDSC 
MSC/Circ.1025Revised Emergency Response Procedures for Ships Carrying Dangerous Goods (EmS Guide), as amended by MSC.1/Circ.1025/Add.1 and MSC.1/Circ.1262, MSC.1/Circ.1360 and MSC.1/Circ.1438DSC 
MSC/Circ.1119Ship/terminal interface improvement for bulk carriersDSC 
MSC/Circ.1147Questionnaire on inspections of containers/vehicles carrying packaged dangerous goodsDSC 
MSC/Circ.1149Accidents involving bulk cargoes not specifically listed in the Code of safe practice for solid bulk cargoes (BC Code)DSC 
MSC/Circ.1160Manual on loading and unloading of solid bulk cargoes for terminal representatives, as amended by MSC/Circ.1230 and MSC.1/Circ.1356DSC 

DELETED

MSC.1/Circ.1202

 

Inspection programmes for cargo transport units (CTUs) carrying dangerous goods

 

DSC

Superseded by MSC.1/Circ.1442

Replaces CSC/Circ.859

MSC.1/Circ.1216Revised recommendations on the safe transport of dangerous cargoes and related activities in port areasDSCRevokes MSC/Circ.675
MSC.1/Circ.1263Revised Recommendation on safety of personnel during container securing operationsDSCSupersedes MSC/Circ.886
MSC.1/Circ.1264Recommendations on the safe use of pesticides in ships applicable to fumigation of cargo holds (Supersedes partly MSC/Circ.612 as amended by MSC/Circ.689 and MSC/Circ.746) as amended by MSC.1/Circ.1396DSCSupersedes partly MSC/Circ.612 as amended by MSC/Circ.689 and MSC/Circ.746
MSC.1/Circ.1266Document of compliance with the special requirements for ships carrying dangerous goodsDSCSupersedes MSC/Circ.1027 and MSC/Circ.1148
MSC.1/Circ.1439Conversion table (record of amendments) for part 7 requirements of theIMDG Code concerning transport operationsDSC 
MSC.1/Circ.1440Illustrations of segregation of cargo transport units on board containershipsand ro-ro shipsDSC 
MSC.1/Circ.1441Interim measures for early implementation of the draft amendments (02-13)to the IMSBC Code expected to be adopted at MSC 92DSC 
MSC.1/Circ.1442Inspection programmes for cargo transport units carrying dangerous goodsDSCSupersedes MSC.1/Circ.1202
MSC-MEPC.2/Circ.1Disposal of fumigant materialDSC 
 CSC.1/Circ.138Revised Recommendations on harmonized interpretation and implementation of the International Convention for Safe Containers, 1972, as amendedDSCSupersedes CSC/Circ.100, CSC/Circ.123, CSC/Circ.124, CSC/Circ.134 and CSC/Circ.137
 CSC.1/Circ.139International Convention for Safe Containers (CSC), 1972 / Implementation, testing, inspection and approval / List of Organizations entrustedDSC Replaces CSC.1/Circ.136
 DSC.1/Circ.63Carriage of iron ore fines that may liquefyDSC 
 MSC.1/Circ.1351Interpretation of stowage and segregation requirements for BROWN COAL
BRIQUETTES and COAL related to "hot areas" in the IMSBC Code
DSC 
 MSC.1/Circ.1353Revised Guidelines for the preparation of the Cargo Securing ManualDSCSupersedes MSC/Circ.745
 MSC.1/Circ.1357Additional considerations for the safe loading of bulk carriersDSC 
 MSC.1/Circ.1358Recommendations on the safe use of pesticides in shipsDSCSupersedes MSC/Circ.612, as amended by
MSC/Circ.689 and MSC/Circ.746
 MSC.1/Circ.1359Information on local regulationsDSC 
 MSC.1/Circ.1361Revised Recommendation on the safe use of pesticides in ships applicable to the fumigation of cargo transport unitsDSC Supersedes MSC.1/Circ.1265
 MSC.1/Circ.1395Lists of solid bulk cargoes for which a fixed gas fire extinguishing system may be exempted or for which a fixed gas fire extinguishing system is ineffectiveDSC Supersedes MSC/Circ.1146
 

DELETED

IMO/ILO/UNECE

 

Guidelines for packing cargo transport units (CTUS), as amended by MSC 89 (annex 10, MSC 89/25/Add.1)

 

DSC

See MSC/Circ.787

IMO body DSC/BLG

No.InstrumentNameIMO bodyRemarks
317MSC/Circ.1100Recommendation for the use of a standard format for the cargo information required by chapter 16 of the IBC CodeDSC/BLG 

IMO body DSC/DE

No.InstrumentNameIMO bodyRemarks
315A.863(20)Code of safe practice for the carriage of cargoes and persons by offshore supply vessels (OSV Code) as amended by MSC.237(82)DSC/DE 

 

IMO body DSC/FSI

No.InstrumentNameIMO bodyRemarks
316MSC/Circ.559/
Corr.1
Development of Guidelines to ensure the reporting to the Organization of incidents involving dangerous goods and marine pollutants in packaged form on board ships in port areasDSC/FSI 

IMO body FAL/MSC/MEPC

No.InstrumentNameIMO bodyRemarks
545MSC/Circ.1151Revised list of certificates and documents required to be carried on board ships (FAL.2/Circ.87, MEPC/Circ.426)FAL/MSC/MEPC 

IMO body FAL/MSC/MEPC

InstrumentNameIMO bodyRemarks

DELETED

MSC/Circ.1151

 

Revised list of certificates and documents required to be carried on board ships (FAL.2/Circ.87, MEPC/Circ.426)

 

FAL/MSC/MEPC

Superseded by FAL.2/Circ.123MEPC.1/Circ.769MSC.1/Circ.1409
FAL.2/Circ.123MEPC.1/Circ.769MSC.1/Circ.1409Revised list of certificates and documents required to be carried on boardshipsMSC/FAL/MEPCSupersedes FAL.2/Circ.87-MEPC/Circ.426-MSC/Circ.1151

IMO body FP

No.InstrumentNameIMO bodyRemarks
319A.123(V)Recommendation on fixed fire-extinguishing systems for special cargo spacesFP 
320A.164(ES.IV)Recommendation concerning checking the constancy of the properties of materialsFP 
321A.470(XII)International shore connection (shoreside)FP 
322A.471(XII)Recommendation on test method for determining the resistance to flame of vertically supported textiles and films, as amended by A.563(14)FP 
323A.519(13)Standards for devices to prevent the passage of flame into cargo tanksFP 
324A.565(14)Recommended procedures to prevent the illegal or accidental use of low flashpoint cargo oil as fuelFP 
325A.567(14)Regulation for inert gas systems on chemical tankersFPSupersedes A.473(XII)
326A.652(16)Recommendation on fire test procedures for upholstered furnitureFP 
327A.653(16)Recommendation on improved fire test procedures for surface flammability of bulkhead, ceiling and deck finish materialsFP 
328A.654(16)Graphical symbols for fire control plansFP 
329A.655(16)Use of halons as fire-extinguishing media on board shipsFP 
330A.687(17)Fire test procedures for ignitability of primary deck coveringsFP 
331A.688(17)Fire test procedures for ignitability of bedding componentsFP 
332A.752(18)Guidelines for the evaluation, testing and application of low-location lighting on passenger shipsFP 
333A.753(18)Guidelines for the application of plastic pipes on shipsFP 
334A.754(18)Recommendation on fire resistance tests for "A", "B" and "F" class divisionsFP 
335A.756(18)Guidelines on the information to be provided with fire control plans and booklets required by SOLAS regulations II-2/20 and 41-2FP 
336A.799(19)Revised recommendation on test methods for qualifying marine construction materials as non-combustibleFP 
337A.800(19)Revised guidelines for approval of sprinkler systems equivalent to that referred to in SOLAS regulation II-2/12, as amended by MSC.265(84) and MSC.284(86)FP 
338A.951(23)Improved guidelines for marine portable fire extinguishersFPRevokes A.602(15)
339A.952(23)Graphical symbols for shipboard fire control plansFP 
340MSC.8(48)Recommendations concerning fire safety requirements additional to those contained in chapter II-2 of the 1981 SOLAS amendmentsFP 
341MSC.40(64)Standard for qualifying marine materials for high-speed craft as fire-restricting materialsFP 
342MSC.41(64)Interim standard for measuring smoke and toxic products of combustionFP 
343MSC.44(65)Standards for fixed sprinkler systems for high-speed craftFP 
344MSC.45(65)Test procedures for fire-resisting divisions of high-speed craftFP 
354MSC/Circ.581Guidance for fire test procedures on smoke and toxic products generated by combustible material in fires FP 
355MSC/Circ.599New halon installations as being of essential use FP 
356MSC/Circ.600Annual leakage check of halon fire-extinguishing systemsFP 
357MSC/Circ.601Fire protection in machinery spacesFP 
358MSC/Circ.602Materials used for bulkheads in accommodation spaces defined in regulation II-2/3.10 of the 1974 SOLAS ConventionFP 
348MSC/Circ.451Guidance concerning the location of fire control plans for the assistance of shoreside fire-fighting personnelFP 
350MSC/Circ.526Special fire protection requirements for large open multi-deck spaces (atrium)FP 
351MSC/Circ.549Guidelines for uniform interpretation of results of fire test procedure carried out in accordance with resolution A.653(16) "Recommendation on improved fire test procedures for surface flammability of bulkhead, ceiling and deck finish materials" and resolution A.687(17) "Fire test procedures for ignitability of primary deck coverings"FP 
352MSC/Circ.550/
Rev.1
Recommendation on the release mechanism of carbon dioxide fire-extinguishing systemsFP 
360MSC/Circ.668Alternative arrangements for halon fire-extinguishing systems in machinery spaces and pump-roomsFP 
362MSC/Circ.670Guidelines for the performance and testing criteria and surveys of high-expansion foam concentrates for fixed fire-extinguishing systemsFP 
363MSC/Circ.672Measures to prevent explosions in oil tanker pump-rooms on new and existing oil tankersFP 
364MSC/Circ.677Revised Standards for the design, testing and locating of devices to prevent the passage of flame into cargo tanks in tankers, as amended by MSC/Circ.1009 and MSC.1/Circ.1324FP 
365MSC/Circ.727Recommendation on thermal radiation test supplement to fire resistance tests for "A", "B" and "F" class divisionsFP 
366MSC/Circ.728Revised test method for equivalent water-based fire-extinguishing systems for machinery spaces of category A and cargo pump-rooms contained in MSC/Circ.668FP 
368MSC/Circ.732Interim guidelines on the test procedure for demonstrating the equivalence of composite materials to steel under the provisions of the 1974 SOLAS ConventionFP 
369MSC/Circ.774Revised measures to prevent explosions in oil tanker cargo pump-roomsFP 
370MSC/Circ.775Ships with reduced halon quantitiesFP 
371MSC/Circ.776Guidelines for the approval of equivalent fixed gas fire-extinguishing, as referred to in SOLAS 74, for machinery spaces and cargo pump-roomsFP 
372MSC/Circ.777Indication of the "assembly stations" in passenger shipsFP 
373MSC/Circ.798Guidelines for performance and testing criteria and surveys of medium expansion from concentrates for fixed fire-extinguishing systemsFP 
374MSC/Circ.800Safety measures for deep-fat cooking equipmentFP 
375MSC/Circ.847Interpretation of vague expressions and other vague wording in SOLAS chapter II-2FP 
376MSC/Circ.848Revised guidelines for the approval of equivalent fixed gas fire-extinguishing systems, as referred to in SOLAS chapter II-2, for machinery spaces and cargo pump-rooms, as amended by MSC.1/Circ.1267FP 
377MSC/Circ.849Guidelines for the performance, location, use and care of emergency breathing
escape devices (EEBDs)
FP 
378MSC/Circ.850Guidelines for the maintenance and inspection of fire protection systems and appliancesFP 
379MSC/Circ.851Guidelines on engine-room oil fuel systemsFP 
380MSC/Circ.858Documents of compliance with SOLAS regulation II-2/54FP 
381MSC/Circ.909Interim guidelines for a simplified evacuation analysis on ro-ro passenger shipsFP 
382MSC/Circ.910Strength of ro-ro passenger ship "B" class bulkheads to which handrails are attachedFP 
383MSC/Circ.911Interpretation of fire protection-related provisions of the HSC CodeFP 
384MSC/Circ.911/
Add.1
Addendum to the interpretations of the fire protection-related provisions of the HSC CodeFP 
385MSC/Circ.912Interpretations of standards for fixed sprinkler systems for high-speed craft (resolution MSC.44(65))FP 
386MSC/Circ.913Guidelines for the approval of fixed water-based local application fire-fighting systems for use in category A machinery spacesFP 
387MSC/Circ.915Unified interpretation of vague expressions and other vague wording of SOLAS chapter II-2FP 
388MSC/Circ.916Interpretation of the International Code for the application of fire test procedures (FTP Code) and fire test procedures referred to in the CodeFP 
389MSC/Circ.917Guidelines on fire safety construction in accommodation areasFP 
390MSC/Circ.964Interpretation of the International Code for the Application of Fire Test Procedures (FTP Code) and fire test procedures referred to in the CodeFP 
391MSC/Circ.965Unified interpretation of vague expressions and other vague wording of SOLAS chapter II-2FP 
392MSC/Circ.1002Guidelines on alternative design and arrangements for fire safetyFP 
393MSC/Circ.1003Guidelines on a simplified calculation for the total amount of combustible materials per unit area in accommodation and service spacesFP 
394MSC/Circ.1004Unified interpretations of the International Code for Application of Fire Test Procedure (FTP Code) and fire test procedures referred to in the CodeFP 
395MSC/Circ.1005Unified interpretations of vague expressions and other vague wording of SOLAS chapter II-2FP 
396MSC/Circ.1008Revisions to interpretations of the International Code for Application of Fire Test Procedures (FTP Code) and fire test procedures referred to in the Code (MSC/Circ.916)FP 
397MSC/Circ.1034Guidelines for smoke control and ventilation systems for internal assembly stations and atriums on new passenger shipsFP 
398MSC/Circ.1035Guidelines for the use and installation of detectors equivalent to smoke detectorsFP 
399MSC/Circ.1036Unified Interpretations of the International Code for Application of Fire Test Procedures (FTP Code) and fire test procedures referred to in the CodeFP 
400MSC/Circ.1037Unified interpretations of the revised SOLAS chapter II-2FP 
401MSC/Circ.1045Guidelines for maintenance and monitoring of onboard materials containing asbestosFP 
402MSC/Circ.1081Unified interpretations of the revised SOLAS chapter II-2FP 
403MSC/Circ.1082Unified interpretation of the Guidelines for the approval of fixed water-based local application fire-fighting systems (MSC/Circ.913)FP 
404MSC/Circ.1083Unified interpretation of SOLAS regulation II-2/15.2.11, in force before 1 July 2002FP 
405MSC/Circ.1084Principles for hot work on board all types of shipsFP 
406MSC/Circ.1085Use of smoke helmet-type breathing apparatusFP 
407MSC/Circ.1086Code of practice for atmospheric oil mist detectorsFP 
408MSC/Circ.1120Unified interpretation to SOLAS chapter II-2, the FS Code, the FTP Code and related fire test proceduresFP 
409MSC/Circ.1146Lists of solid bulk cargoes for which a fixed gas fire extinguishing system may be exempted or for which a fixed gas fire-extinguishing system is ineffectiveFPSupersedes MSC/Circ.671
410MSC/Circ.1165Revised guidelines for the approval of equivalent water-based fire extinguishing systems for machinery spaces and cargo pump-rooms, as amended by MSC.1/Circ.1237 and MSC.1/Circ.1269FP 
411MSC/Circ.1167Functional requirements and performance standards for the assessment of evacuation guidance systemsFP 
412MSC/Circ.1169Unified interpretations to SOLAS chapter II-2FP 
413MSC/Circ.1170Application of SOLAS regulation II-2/15 for lubricating oil and other flammable oil arrangements for ships built before 1 July 1998FP 
414MSC.1/Circ.1187Operational recommendations for passenger ships with cabin balconiesFP 
415MSC.1/Circ.1203Unified interpretations to SOLAS chapter II-2 and the fire test procedures referred to in the FTP CodeFP 
416MSC.1/Circ.1204Early application of amendments to SOLAS chapter II-2FP 
418MSC.1/Circ.1238Guidelines for evacuation analysis for new and existing passenger shipsFPSupersedes MSC/Circ.1033
419MSC.1/Circ.1239Unified interpretations of SOLAS chapter II-2FP 
420MSC.1/Circ.1240Unified interpretations of the International Code for Fire Safety Systems (FSS Code)FP 
421MSC.1/Circ.1241Unified interpretations of the International Bulk Chemical (IBC) CodeFP 
422MSC.1/Circ.1242Guidelines for the approval of fixed fire detection and fire alarm systems for cabin balconiesFP 
423MSC.1/Circ.1268Guidelines for the approval of fixed pressure water-spraying and water-based fire-extinguishing systems for cabin balconiesFP 
424MSC.1/Circ.1270
and Corr.1
Revised Guidelines for the approval of fixed aerosol fire-extinguishing systems equivalent to fixed gas fire-extinguishing systems, as referred to in SOLAS 74, for machinery spacesFPSupersedes MSC/Circ.1007
425MSC.1/Circ.1271Guidelines for the approval of high-expansion foam using inside air for the protection of machinery spaces and cargo pump-roomsFP 
426MSC.1/Circ.1272Guidelines for the approval of fixed water-based fire-fighting systems for ro-ro spaces and special category spaces equivalent to that referred to in resolution A.123(V)FPSupersedes MSC/Circ.914
427MSC.1/Circ.1273Unified interpretations of the International Code for Application of Fire Test Procedures (FTP Code)FP 
428MSC.1/Circ.1274Guidelines for evaluation of fire risk of external areas on passenger shipsFP 
429MSC.1/Circ.1275Unified interpretations of SOLAS chapter II-2 on the number and arrangement of portable fire extinguishers on board shipsFP 
430MSC.1/Circ.1276Unified interpretations of SOLAS chapter II-2FP 
431MSC.1/Circ.1312Revised guidelines for the performance and testing criteria and surveys of foam concentrates for fixed fire-extinguishing systemsFPSupersedes MSC/Circ.582 and Corr.1 and MSC/Circ.799, but type approval as per the aforementioned guidelines remain valid until 1 July 2012
432MSC.1/Circ.1313Guidance for application of chapters 4 to 7 and 9 of the FSS Code, as amended by resolutions MSC.206 (81) and MSC.217 (82)FP 
433MSC.1/Circ.1314Application of SOLAS regulation II-2/10 and chapter 12 of the FSS Code related to emergency fire pump capacityFP 
434MSC.1/Circ.1315Guidelines for the approval of fixed dry chemical powder fire-extinguishing systems for the protection of ship carrying liquefied gases in bulkFP 
435MSC.1/Circ.1316Guidelines on determining the no observed adverse effect level (NOAEL) and lowest observed adverse effect level (LOAEL) values for halocarbon fire-extinguishing agentsFP 
436MSC.1/Circ.1317Application for existing approvals according to the revised guidelines for the approval of equivalent fixed gas fire-extinguishing systems, as referred to in SOLAS 74, for machinery spaces and cargo pump-rooms (MSC/Circ.848)FP 
437MSC.1/Circ.1318Guidelines for maintenance and inspections of fixed carbon dioxide fire-extinguishing systems FP 
438MSC.1/Circ.1319Recommendation for the evaluation of fire performance and approval of large fire doors FP 
439MSC.1/Circ.1320Guidelines for the drainage of fire-fighting water from closed vehicle and ro-ro spaces and special category spaces of passenger and cargo shipsFP 
440MSC.1/Circ.1321Guidelines for measures to prevent fires in engine-rooms and cargo pump-roomsFP 
441MSC.1/Circ.1322Unified interpretations of SOLAS chapter II-2FP 
444MSC/MEPC.2/
Circ.4
Early application of the amendments to the fire protection requirements of the IBC CodeFP 
445SLS.17/Circ.3Interim recommendations and interpretations of chapter II-2 of the 1981/83 SOLAS AmendmentsFP 
446SLS.17/Circ.3/
Add.1
Interim recommendations and interpretations of chapter II-2 of the 1981/83 SOLAS AmendmentsFP 
447SLS.17/Circ.3/
Add.2
Interim recommendations and interpretations of chapter II-2 of the 1981/83 SOLAS AmendmentsFP 

IMO body FP

The amendments shows additions or changes to MSC.1/Circ.1371

No.InstrumentNameIMO bodyRemarks
319A.123(V)Recommendation on fixed fire-extinguishing systems for special cargo spacesFP 
320A.164(ES.IV)Recommendation concerning checking the constancy of the properties of materialsFP 
321A.470(XII)International shore connection (shoreside)FP 
322A.471(XII)Recommendation on test method for determining the resistance to flame of vertically supported textiles and films, as amended by A.563(14)FP 
323A.519(13)Standards for devices to prevent the passage of flame into cargo tanksFP 
324A.565(14)Recommended procedures to prevent the illegal or accidental use of low flashpoint cargo oil as fuelFP 
325A.567(14)Regulation for inert gas systems on chemical tankersFPSupersedes A.473(XII)
326A.652(16)Recommendation on fire test procedures for upholstered furnitureFP 
327A.653(16)Recommendation on improved fire test procedures for surface flammability of bulkhead, ceiling and deck finish materialsFP 
328A.654(16)Graphical symbols for fire control plansFP 
329A.655(16)Use of halons as fire-extinguishing media on board shipsFP 
330A.687(17)Fire test procedures for ignitability of primary deck coveringsFP 
331A.688(17)Fire test procedures for ignitability of bedding componentsFP 
332A.752(18)Guidelines for the evaluation, testing and application of low-location lighting on passenger shipsFP 
333A.753(18)Guidelines for the application of plastic pipes on ships, as amended by MSC.313(88)FP 
334A.754(18)Recommendation on fire resistance tests for "A", "B" and "F" class divisionsFP 
335A.756(18)Guidelines on the information to be provided with fire control plans and booklets required by SOLAS regulations II-2/20 and 41-2FP 
336A.799(19)Revised recommendation on test methods for qualifying marine construction materials as non-combustibleFP 
337A.800(19)Revised guidelines for approval of sprinkler systems equivalent to that referred to in SOLAS regulation II-2/12, as amended by MSC.265(84) and MSC.284(86)FP 
338A.951(23)Improved guidelines for marine portable fire extinguishersFPRevokes A.602(15)
339A.952(23)Graphical symbols for shipboard fire control plansFP 
340MSC.8(48)Recommendations concerning fire safety requirements additional to those contained in chapter II-2 of the 1981 SOLAS amendmentsFP 
341MSC.40(64)Standard for qualifying marine materials for high-speed craft as fire-restricting materialsFP 
342MSC.41(64)Interim standard for measuring smoke and toxic products of combustionFP 
343MSC.44(65)Standards for fixed sprinkler systems for high-speed craftFP 
344MSC.45(65)Test procedures for fire-resisting divisions of high-speed craftFP 
354MSC/Circ.581Guidance for fire test procedures on smoke and toxic products generated by combustible material in fires FP 
355MSC/Circ.599New halon installations as being of essential use FP 
356MSC/Circ.600Annual leakage check of halon fire-extinguishing systemsFP 
357MSC/Circ.601Fire protection in machinery spacesFP 
358MSC/Circ.602Materials used for bulkheads in accommodation spaces defined in regulation II-2/3.10 of the 1974 SOLAS ConventionFP 
348MSC/Circ.451Guidance concerning the location of fire control plans for the assistance of shoreside fire-fighting personnelFP 
350MSC/Circ.526Special fire protection requirements for large open multi-deck spaces (atrium)FP 
351MSC/Circ.549Guidelines for uniform interpretation of results of fire test procedure carried out in accordance with resolution A.653(16) "Recommendation on improved fire test procedures for surface flammability of bulkhead, ceiling and deck finish materials" and resolution A.687(17) "Fire test procedures for ignitability of primary deck coverings"FP 
352MSC/Circ.550/
Rev.1
Recommendation on the release mechanism of carbon dioxide fire-extinguishing systemsFP 
360MSC/Circ.668Alternative arrangements for halon fire-extinguishing systems in machinery spaces and pump-roomsFP 
362MSC/Circ.670Guidelines for the performance and testing criteria and surveys of high-expansion foam concentrates for fixed fire-extinguishing systemsFP 
363MSC/Circ.672Measures to prevent explosions in oil tanker pump-rooms on new and existing oil tankersFP 
364MSC/Circ.677Revised Standards for the design, testing and locating of devices to prevent the passage of flame into cargo tanks in tankers, as amended by MSC/Circ.1009 and MSC.1/Circ.1324FP 
365MSC/Circ.727Recommendation on thermal radiation test supplement to fire resistance tests for "A", "B" and "F" class divisionsFP 
366MSC/Circ.728Revised test method for equivalent water-based fire-extinguishing systems for machinery spaces of category A and cargo pump-rooms contained in MSC/Circ.668FP 
368MSC/Circ.732Interim guidelines on the test procedure for demonstrating the equivalence of composite materials to steel under the provisions of the 1974 SOLAS ConventionFP 
369MSC/Circ.774Revised measures to prevent explosions in oil tanker cargo pump-roomsFP 
370MSC/Circ.775Ships with reduced halon quantitiesFP 
371MSC/Circ.776Guidelines for the approval of equivalent fixed gas fire-extinguishing, as referred to in SOLAS 74, for machinery spaces and cargo pump-roomsFP 
372MSC/Circ.777Indication of the "assembly stations" in passenger shipsFP 
373MSC/Circ.798Guidelines for performance and testing criteria and surveys of medium expansion from concentrates for fixed fire-extinguishing systemsFP 
374MSC/Circ.800Safety measures for deep-fat cooking equipmentFP 
375MSC/Circ.847Interpretation of vague expressions and other vague wording in SOLAS chapter II-2FP 
376MSC/Circ.848Revised guidelines for the approval of equivalent fixed gas fire-extinguishing systems, as referred to in SOLAS chapter II-2, for machinery spaces and cargo pump-rooms, as amended by MSC.1/Circ.1267FP 
377MSC/Circ.849Guidelines for the performance, location, use and care of emergency breathing
escape devices (EEBDs)
FP 
378MSC/Circ.850Guidelines for the maintenance and inspection of fire protection systems and appliancesFP 
379MSC/Circ.851Guidelines on engine-room oil fuel systemsFP 
380MSC/Circ.858Documents of compliance with SOLAS regulation II-2/54FP 
381MSC/Circ.909Interim guidelines for a simplified evacuation analysis on ro-ro passenger shipsFP 
382MSC/Circ.910Strength of ro-ro passenger ship "B" class bulkheads to which handrails are attachedFP 
383MSC/Circ.911Interpretation of fire protection-related provisions of the HSC CodeFP 
384MSC/Circ.911/
Add.1
Addendum to the interpretations of the fire protection-related provisions of the HSC CodeFP 
385MSC/Circ.912Interpretations of standards for fixed sprinkler systems for high-speed craft (resolution MSC.44(65))FP 
386

DELETED

MSC/Circ.913

 

Guidelines for the approval of fixed water-based local application fire-fighting systems for use in category A machinery spaces

 

FP

See MSC.1/Circ.1387
387MSC/Circ.915Unified interpretation of vague expressions and other vague wording of SOLAS chapter II-2FP 
388MSC/Circ.916Interpretation of the International Code for the application of fire test procedures (FTP Code) and fire test procedures referred to in the CodeFP 
389MSC/Circ.917Guidelines on fire safety construction in accommodation areasFP 
390MSC/Circ.964Interpretation of the International Code for the Application of Fire Test Procedures (FTP Code) and fire test procedures referred to in the CodeFP 
391MSC/Circ.965Unified interpretation of vague expressions and other vague wording of SOLAS chapter II-2FP 
392MSC/Circ.1002Guidelines on alternative design and arrangements for fire safetyFP 
393MSC/Circ.1003Guidelines on a simplified calculation for the total amount of combustible materials per unit area in accommodation and service spacesFP 
394MSC/Circ.1004Unified interpretations of the International Code for Application of Fire Test Procedure (FTP Code) and fire test procedures referred to in the CodeFP 
395MSC/Circ.1005Unified interpretations of vague expressions and other vague wording of SOLAS chapter II-2FP 
396MSC/Circ.1008Revisions to interpretations of the International Code for Application of Fire Test Procedures (FTP Code) and fire test procedures referred to in the Code (MSC/Circ.916)FP 
397MSC/Circ.1034Guidelines for smoke control and ventilation systems for internal assembly stations and atriums on new passenger shipsFP 
398MSC/Circ.1035Guidelines for the use and installation of detectors equivalent to smoke detectorsFP 
399MSC/Circ.1036Unified Interpretations of the International Code for Application of Fire Test Procedures (FTP Code) and fire test procedures referred to in the CodeFP 
400MSC/Circ.1037Unified interpretations of the revised SOLAS chapter II-2FP 
401MSC/Circ.1045Guidelines for maintenance and monitoring of onboard materials containing asbestosFP 
402MSC/Circ.1081Unified interpretations of the revised SOLAS chapter II-2FP 
403MSC/Circ.1082Unified interpretation of the Guidelines for the approval of fixed water-based local application fire-fighting systems (MSC/Circ.913)FP 
404MSC/Circ.1083Unified interpretation of SOLAS regulation II-2/15.2.11, in force before 1 July 2002FP 
405MSC/Circ.1084Principles for hot work on board all types of shipsFP 
406MSC/Circ.1085Use of smoke helmet-type breathing apparatusFP 
407MSC/Circ.1086Code of practice for atmospheric oil mist detectorsFP 
408MSC/Circ.1120Unified interpretation to SOLAS chapter II-2, the FS Code, the FTP Code and related fire test proceduresFP 
409

DELETED

MSC/Circ.1146

 

Lists of solid bulk cargoes for which a fixed gas fire extinguishing system may be exempted or for which a fixed gas fire-extinguishing system is ineffective

 

FP

See MSC.1/Circ.1395

Supersedes MSC/Circ.671

410MSC/Circ.1165Revised guidelines for the approval of equivalent water-based fire extinguishing systems for machinery spaces and cargo pump-rooms, as amended by MSC.1/Circ.1237 and MSC.1/Circ.1269 and MSC.1/Circ.1386FP 
411MSC/Circ.1167Functional requirements and performance standards for the assessment of evacuation guidance systemsFP 
412MSC/Circ.1169Unified interpretations to SOLAS chapter II-2FP 
413MSC/Circ.1170Application of SOLAS regulation II-2/15 for lubricating oil and other flammable oil arrangements for ships built before 1 July 1998FP 
414MSC.1/Circ.1187Operational recommendations for passenger ships with cabin balconiesFP 
415MSC.1/Circ.1203Unified interpretations to SOLAS chapter II-2 and the fire test procedures referred to in the FTP CodeFP 
416MSC.1/Circ.1204Early application of amendments to SOLAS chapter II-2FP 
418MSC.1/Circ.1238Guidelines for evacuation analysis for new and existing passenger shipsFPSupersedes MSC/Circ.1033
419MSC.1/Circ.1239Unified interpretations of SOLAS chapter II-2FP 
420MSC.1/Circ.1240Unified interpretations of the International Code for Fire Safety Systems (FSS Code)FP 
421MSC.1/Circ.1241Unified interpretations of the International Bulk Chemical (IBC) CodeFP 
422MSC.1/Circ.1242Guidelines for the approval of fixed fire detection and fire alarm systems for cabin balconiesFP 
423MSC.1/Circ.1268Guidelines for the approval of fixed pressure water-spraying and water-based fire-extinguishing systems for cabin balconiesFP 
424MSC.1/Circ.1270
and Corr.1
Revised Guidelines for the approval of fixed aerosol fire-extinguishing systems equivalent to fixed gas fire-extinguishing systems, as referred to in SOLAS 74, for machinery spacesFPSupersedes MSC/Circ.1007
425

DELETED

MSC.1/Circ.1271

 

Guidelines for the approval of high-expansion foam using inside air for the protection of machinery spaces and cargo pump-rooms

 

FP

See MSC.1/Circ.1384
426MSC.1/Circ.1272Guidelines for the approval of fixed water-based fire-fighting systems for ro-ro spaces and special category spaces equivalent to that referred to in resolution A.123(V)FPSupersedes MSC/Circ.914
427MSC.1/Circ.1273Unified interpretations of the International Code for Application of Fire Test Procedures (FTP Code)FP 
428MSC.1/Circ.1274Guidelines for evaluation of fire risk of external areas on passenger shipsFP 
429MSC.1/Circ.1275Unified interpretations of SOLAS chapter II-2 on the number and arrangement of portable fire extinguishers on board shipsFP 
430MSC.1/Circ.1276Unified interpretations of SOLAS chapter II-2FP 
431MSC.1/Circ.1312Revised guidelines for the performance and testing criteria and surveys of foam concentrates for fixed fire-extinguishing systemsFPSupersedes MSC/Circ.582 and Corr.1 and MSC/Circ.799, but type approval as per the aforementioned guidelines remain valid until 1 July 2012
432MSC.1/Circ.1313Guidance for application of chapters 4 to 7 and 9 of the FSS Code, as amended by resolutions MSC.206 (81) and MSC.217 (82)FP 
433MSC.1/Circ.1314Application of SOLAS regulation II-2/10 and chapter 12 of the FSS Code related to emergency fire pump capacityFP 
434MSC.1/Circ.1315Guidelines for the approval of fixed dry chemical powder fire-extinguishing systems for the protection of ship carrying liquefied gases in bulkFP 
435MSC.1/Circ.1316Guidelines on determining the no observed adverse effect level (NOAEL) and lowest observed adverse effect level (LOAEL) values for halocarbon fire-extinguishing agentsFP 
436MSC.1/Circ.1317Application for existing approvals according to the revised guidelines for the approval of equivalent fixed gas fire-extinguishing systems, as referred to in SOLAS 74, for machinery spaces and cargo pump-rooms (MSC/Circ.848)FP 
437MSC.1/Circ.1318Guidelines for maintenance and inspections of fixed carbon dioxide fire-extinguishing systems FP 
438MSC.1/Circ.1319Recommendation for the evaluation of fire performance and approval of large fire doors FP 
439MSC.1/Circ.1320Guidelines for the drainage of fire-fighting water from closed vehicle and ro-ro spaces and special category spaces of passenger and cargo shipsFP 
440MSC.1/Circ.1321Guidelines for measures to prevent fires in engine-rooms and cargo pump-roomsFP 
441MSC.1/Circ.1322Unified interpretations of SOLAS chapter II-2FP 
444MSC/MEPC.2/
Circ.4
Early application of the amendments to the fire protection requirements of the IBC CodeFP 
445SLS.17/Circ.3Interim recommendations and interpretations of chapter II-2 of the 1981/83 SOLAS AmendmentsFP 
446SLS.17/Circ.3/
Add.1
Interim recommendations and interpretations of chapter II-2 of the 1981/83 SOLAS AmendmentsFP 
447SLS.17/Circ.3/
Add.2
Interim recommendations and interpretations of chapter II-2 of the 1981/83 SOLAS AmendmentsFP 
 MSC.1/Circ.1368Interim Clarifications of SOLAS chapter II-2 requirements regarding interrelation between the central control station, navigation bridge and safety centreFP 
 MSC.1/Circ.1369Interim Explanatory Notes for the assessment of passenger ship systems' capabilities after a fire or flooding casualtyFP Revokes MSC.1/Circ.1214
 MSC.1/Circ.1370Guidelines for the design, construction and testing of fixed hydrocarbon gas detection systemsFP 
 MSC.1/Circ.1384Guidelines for testing and approval of fixed high-expansion foam systemsFP Supersedes MSC.1/Circ.1271
 MSC.1/Circ.1385Scientific methods on scaling of test volume for fire test on water mist fireextinguishing systemsFP 
 MSC.1/Circ.1387Revised Guidelines for the approval of fixed water-based local application fire-fighting systems for use in category A machinery spaces (MSC/Circ.913)FP Supersedes MSC/Circ.913
 MSC.1/Circ.1388Unified interpretation of chapter 12 of the International Code for Fire Safety SystemsFP 
 MSC.1/Circ.1407Guidance for application of SOLAS regulation II-2/19.3FP 

IMO body FP

The amendments shows additions or changes to MSC.1/Circ.1371

No.InstrumentNameIMO bodyRemarks
A.123(V)Recommendation on fixed fire-extinguishing systems for special cargo spacesFP See MSC.1/Circ.1430
A.164(ES.IV)Recommendation concerning checking the constancy of the properties of materialsFP 
A.470(XII)International shore connection (shoreside)FP 
A.471(XII)Recommendation on test method for determining the resistance to flame of vertically supported textiles and films, as amended by A.563(14)FP 
A.519(13)Standards for devices to prevent the passage of flame into cargo tanksFP 
A.565(14)Recommended procedures to prevent the illegal or accidental use of low flashpoint cargo oil as fuelFP 
A.567(14)Regulation for inert gas systems on chemical tankersFPSupersedes A.473(XII)
A.652(16)Recommendation on fire test procedures for upholstered furnitureFP 
A.653(16)Recommendation on improved fire test procedures for surface flammability of bulkhead, ceiling and deck finish materialsFP 
A.654(16)Graphical symbols for fire control plansFP 
A.655(16)Use of halons as fire-extinguishing media on board shipsFP 
A.687(17)Fire test procedures for ignitability of primary deck coveringsFP 
A.688(17)Fire test procedures for ignitability of bedding componentsFP 
A.752(18)Guidelines for the evaluation, testing and application of low-location lighting on passenger shipsFP 
A.753(18)Guidelines for the application of plastic pipes on ships, as amended by MSC.313(88)FP 
A.754(18)Recommendation on fire resistance tests for "A", "B" and "F" class divisionsFP 
A.756(18)Guidelines on the information to be provided with fire control plans and booklets required by SOLAS regulations II-2/20 and 41-2FP 
A.799(19)Revised recommendation on test methods for qualifying marine construction materials as non-combustibleFP 
A.800(19)Revised guidelines for approval of sprinkler systems equivalent to that referred to in SOLAS regulation II-2/12, as amended by MSC.265(84) and MSC.284(86)FP 
A.951(23)Improved guidelines for marine portable fire extinguishersFPRevokes A.602(15)
A.952(23)Graphical symbols for shipboard fire control plansFP 
MSC.8(48)Recommendations concerning fire safety requirements additional to those contained in chapter II-2 of the 1981 SOLAS amendmentsFP 
MSC.40(64)Standard for qualifying marine materials for high-speed craft as fire-restricting materialsFP 
MSC.41(64)Interim standard for measuring smoke and toxic products of combustionFP 
MSC.44(65)Standards for fixed sprinkler systems for high-speed craftFP 
MSC.45(65)Test procedures for fire-resisting divisions of high-speed craftFP 
MSC/Circ.581Guidance for fire test procedures on smoke and toxic products generated by combustible material in fires FP 
MSC/Circ.599New halon installations as being of essential use FP 
MSC/Circ.600Annual leakage check of halon fire-extinguishing systemsFP 
MSC/Circ.601Fire protection in machinery spacesFP 
MSC/Circ.602Materials used for bulkheads in accommodation spaces defined in regulation II-2/3.10 of the 1974 SOLAS ConventionFP 
MSC/Circ.451Guidance concerning the location of fire control plans for the assistance of shoreside fire-fighting personnelFP 
MSC/Circ.526Special fire protection requirements for large open multi-deck spaces (atrium)FP 
MSC/Circ.549Guidelines for uniform interpretation of results of fire test procedure carried out in accordance with resolution A.653(16) "Recommendation on improved fire test procedures for surface flammability of bulkhead, ceiling and deck finish materials" and resolution A.687(17) "Fire test procedures for ignitability of primary deck coverings"FP 
MSC/Circ.550/
Rev.1
Recommendation on the release mechanism of carbon dioxide fire-extinguishing systemsFP 
MSC/Circ.668Alternative arrangements for halon fire-extinguishing systems in machinery spaces and pump-roomsFP 
MSC/Circ.670Guidelines for the performance and testing criteria and surveys of high-expansion foam concentrates for fixed fire-extinguishing systemsFP 
MSC/Circ.672Measures to prevent explosions in oil tanker pump-rooms on new and existing oil tankersFP 
MSC/Circ.677Revised Standards for the design, testing and locating of devices to prevent the passage of flame into cargo tanks in tankers, as amended by MSC/Circ.1009 and MSC.1/Circ.1324FP 
MSC/Circ.727Recommendation on thermal radiation test supplement to fire resistance tests for "A", "B" and "F" class divisionsFP 
MSC/Circ.728Revised test method for equivalent water-based fire-extinguishing systems for machinery spaces of category A and cargo pump-rooms contained in MSC/Circ.668FP 
MSC/Circ.732Interim guidelines on the test procedure for demonstrating the equivalence of composite materials to steel under the provisions of the 1974 SOLAS ConventionFP 
MSC/Circ.774Revised measures to prevent explosions in oil tanker cargo pump-roomsFP 
MSC/Circ.775Ships with reduced halon quantitiesFP 
MSC/Circ.776Guidelines for the approval of equivalent fixed gas fire-extinguishing, as referred to in SOLAS 74, for machinery spaces and cargo pump-roomsFP 
MSC/Circ.777Indication of the "assembly stations" in passenger shipsFP 
MSC/Circ.798Guidelines for performance and testing criteria and surveys of medium expansion from concentrates for fixed fire-extinguishing systemsFP 
MSC/Circ.800Safety measures for deep-fat cooking equipmentFP 
MSC/Circ.847Interpretation of vague expressions and other vague wording in SOLAS chapter II-2FP 
MSC/Circ.848Revised guidelines for the approval of equivalent fixed gas fire-extinguishing systems, as referred to in SOLAS chapter II-2, for machinery spaces and cargo pump-rooms, as amended by MSC.1/Circ.1267FP 
MSC/Circ.849Guidelines for the performance, location, use and care of emergency breathing
escape devices (EEBDs)
FP 

DELETED

MSC/Circ.850

 

Guidelines for the maintenance and inspection of fire protection systems and appliances

 

FP

Superseded by MSC.1/Circ.1432
MSC/Circ.851Guidelines on engine-room oil fuel systemsFP 
MSC/Circ.858Documents of compliance with SOLAS regulation II-2/54FP 
MSC/Circ.909Interim guidelines for a simplified evacuation analysis on ro-ro passenger shipsFP 
MSC/Circ.910Strength of ro-ro passenger ship "B" class bulkheads to which handrails are attachedFP 
MSC/Circ.911Interpretation of fire protection-related provisions of the HSC CodeFP 
MSC/Circ.911/
Add.1
Addendum to the interpretations of the fire protection-related provisions of the HSC CodeFP 
MSC/Circ.912Interpretations of standards for fixed sprinkler systems for high-speed craft (resolution MSC.44(65))FP 
MSC/Circ.915Unified interpretation of vague expressions and other vague wording of SOLAS chapter II-2FP 
MSC/Circ.916Interpretation of the International Code for the application of fire test procedures (FTP Code) and fire test procedures referred to in the CodeFP 
MSC/Circ.917Guidelines on fire safety construction in accommodation areasFP 
MSC/Circ.964Interpretation of the International Code for the Application of Fire Test Procedures (FTP Code) and fire test procedures referred to in the CodeFP 
MSC/Circ.965Unified interpretation of vague expressions and other vague wording of SOLAS chapter II-2FP 
MSC/Circ.1002Guidelines on alternative design and arrangements for fire safetyFP 
MSC/Circ.1003Guidelines on a simplified calculation for the total amount of combustible materials per unit area in accommodation and service spacesFP 
MSC/Circ.1004Unified interpretations of the International Code for Application of Fire Test Procedure (FTP Code) and fire test procedures referred to in the CodeFP 
MSC/Circ.1005Unified interpretations of vague expressions and other vague wording of SOLAS chapter II-2FP 
MSC/Circ.1008Revisions to interpretations of the International Code for Application of Fire Test Procedures (FTP Code) and fire test procedures referred to in the Code (MSC/Circ.916)FP 
MSC/Circ.1034Guidelines for smoke control and ventilation systems for internal assembly stations and atriums on new passenger shipsFP 
MSC/Circ.1035Guidelines for the use and installation of detectors equivalent to smoke detectorsFP 
MSC/Circ.1036Unified Interpretations of the International Code for Application of Fire Test Procedures (FTP Code) and fire test procedures referred to in the CodeFP 
MSC/Circ.1037Unified interpretations of the revised SOLAS chapter II-2FP 
MSC/Circ.1045Guidelines for maintenance and monitoring of onboard materials containing asbestosFP 
MSC/Circ.1081Unified interpretations of the revised SOLAS chapter II-2FP 
MSC/Circ.1082Unified interpretation of the Guidelines for the approval of fixed water-based local application fire-fighting systems (MSC/Circ.913)FP 
MSC/Circ.1083Unified interpretation of SOLAS regulation II-2/15.2.11, in force before 1 July 2002FP 
MSC/Circ.1084Principles for hot work on board all types of shipsFP 
MSC/Circ.1085Use of smoke helmet-type breathing apparatusFP 
MSC/Circ.1086Code of practice for atmospheric oil mist detectorsFP 
MSC/Circ.1120Unified interpretation to SOLAS chapter II-2, the FS Code, the FTP Code and related fire test procedures, as amended by MSC.1/Circ.1436FP 
MSC/Circ.1165Revised guidelines for the approval of equivalent water-based fire extinguishing systems for machinery spaces and cargo pump-rooms, as amended by MSC.1/Circ.1237 and MSC.1/Circ.1269 and MSC.1/Circ.1386FP 
MSC/Circ.1167Functional requirements and performance standards for the assessment of evacuation guidance systemsFP 
MSC/Circ.1169Unified interpretations to SOLAS chapter II-2FP 
MSC/Circ.1170Application of SOLAS regulation II-2/15 for lubricating oil and other flammable oil arrangements for ships built before 1 July 1998FP 
MSC.1/Circ.1187Operational recommendations for passenger ships with cabin balconiesFP 
MSC.1/Circ.1203Unified interpretations to SOLAS chapter II-2 and the fire test procedures referred to in the FTP CodeFP 
MSC.1/Circ.1204Early application of amendments to SOLAS chapter II-2FP 
MSC.1/Circ.1238Guidelines for evacuation analysis for new and existing passenger shipsFPSupersedes MSC/Circ.1033
MSC.1/Circ.1239Unified interpretations of SOLAS chapter II-2FP 
MSC.1/Circ.1240Unified interpretations of the International Code for Fire Safety Systems (FSS Code)FP 
MSC.1/Circ.1241Unified interpretations of the International Bulk Chemical (IBC) CodeFP 
MSC.1/Circ.1242Guidelines for the approval of fixed fire detection and fire alarm systems for cabin balconiesFP 
MSC.1/Circ.1268Guidelines for the approval of fixed pressure water-spraying and water-based fire-extinguishing systems for cabin balconiesFP 
MSC.1/Circ.1270
and Corr.1
Revised Guidelines for the approval of fixed aerosol fire-extinguishing systems equivalent to fixed gas fire-extinguishing systems, as referred to in SOLAS 74, for machinery spacesFPSupersedes MSC/Circ.1007

DELETED

MSC.1/Circ.1272

 

Guidelines for the approval of fixed water-based fire-fighting systems for ro-ro spaces and special category spaces equivalent to that referred to in resolution A.123(V)

 

FP

Superseded by MSC.1/Circ.1430

Supersedes MSC/Circ.914

MSC.1/Circ.1273Unified interpretations of the International Code for Application of Fire Test Procedures (FTP Code)FP 
MSC.1/Circ.1274Guidelines for evaluation of fire risk of external areas on passenger shipsFP 
MSC.1/Circ.1275Unified interpretations of SOLAS chapter II-2 on the number and arrangement of portable fire extinguishers on board shipsFP 
MSC.1/Circ.1276Unified interpretations of SOLAS chapter II-2FP 
MSC.1/Circ.1312Revised guidelines for the performance and testing criteria and surveys of foam concentrates for fixed fire-extinguishing systemsFPSupersedes MSC/Circ.582 and Corr.1 and MSC/Circ.799, but type approval as per the aforementioned guidelines remain valid until 1 July 2012
MSC.1/Circ.1313Guidance for application of chapters 4 to 7 and 9 of the FSS Code, as amended by resolutions MSC.206 (81) and MSC.217 (82)FP 
MSC.1/Circ.1314Application of SOLAS regulation II-2/10 and chapter 12 of the FSS Code related to emergency fire pump capacityFP 
MSC.1/Circ.1315Guidelines for the approval of fixed dry chemical powder fire-extinguishing systems for the protection of ship carrying liquefied gases in bulkFP 
MSC.1/Circ.1316Guidelines on determining the no observed adverse effect level (NOAEL) and lowest observed adverse effect level (LOAEL) values for halocarbon fire-extinguishing agentsFP 
MSC.1/Circ.1317Application for existing approvals according to the revised guidelines for the approval of equivalent fixed gas fire-extinguishing systems, as referred to in SOLAS 74, for machinery spaces and cargo pump-rooms (MSC/Circ.848)FP 
MSC.1/Circ.1318Guidelines for maintenance and inspections of fixed carbon dioxide fire-extinguishing systems FP 
MSC.1/Circ.1319Recommendation for the evaluation of fire performance and approval of large fire doors FP 
MSC.1/Circ.1320Guidelines for the drainage of fire-fighting water from closed vehicle and ro-ro spaces and special category spaces of passenger and cargo shipsFP 
MSC.1/Circ.1321Guidelines for measures to prevent fires in engine-rooms and cargo pump-roomsFP 
MSC.1/Circ.1322Unified interpretations of SOLAS chapter II-2FP 
 MSC.1/Circ.1368Interim Clarifications of SOLAS chapter II-2 requirements regarding interrelation between the central control station, navigation bridge and safety centreFP 
 MSC.1/Circ.1369Interim Explanatory Notes for the assessment of passenger ship systems' capabilities after a fire or flooding casualtyFP Revokes MSC.1/Circ.1214
 MSC.1/Circ.1370Guidelines for the design, construction and testing of fixed hydrocarbon gas detection systemsFP 
 MSC.1/Circ.1384Guidelines for testing and approval of fixed high-expansion foam systemsFP Supersedes MSC.1/Circ.1271
 MSC.1/Circ.1385Scientific methods on scaling of test volume for fire test on water mist fireextinguishing systemsFP 
 MSC.1/Circ.1387Revised Guidelines for the approval of fixed water-based local application fire-fighting systems for use in category A machinery spaces (MSC/Circ.913)FP Supersedes MSC/Circ.913
 MSC.1/Circ.1388Unified interpretation of chapter 12 of the International Code for Fire Safety SystemsFP 
 MSC.1/Circ.1407Guidance for application of SOLAS regulation II-2/19.3FP 
MSC.1/Circ.1430Revised Guidelines for the design and approval of fixed water-based fire-fighting systems for ro-ro spaces and special category spacesFPSupersedes MSC.1/Circ.1272, except that fire and component tests previously conducted remain valid
MSC.1/Circ.1431Guidelines for the approval of helicopter facility foam fire-fighting appliancesFP 
MSC.1/Circ.1432Revised Guidelines for the maintenance and inspection of fire protection systems and appliancesFPSupersedes MSC/Circ.850
MSC.1/Circ.1433Unified Interpretation of SOLAS regulation II-2/10.6.4 and chapter 9 of theFSS CodeFP 
MSC.1/Circ.1434Unified interpretations of SOLAS chapter II-2FPRegs. II-2/3.2.3, 5.2.1.1, 19.3.4 and 20.3.1.4.1
MSC.1/Circ.1435Unified interpretations of the FTP CodeFPPart 3, appendix 1
MSC.1/Circ.1437Unified interpretations of SOLAS regulation II-2/21.4FPTo be used in conjunction with the interim explanatory notes for the assessment of passenger ship systems' capabilities after a fire or flooding casualty (MSC.1/Circ.1369)
MSC/MEPC.2/
Circ.4
Early application of the amendments to the fire protection requirements of the IBC CodeFP 
SLS.17/Circ.3Interim recommendations and interpretations of chapter II-2 of the 1981/83 SOLAS AmendmentsFP 
SLS.17/Circ.3/
Add.1
Interim recommendations and interpretations of chapter II-2 of the 1981/83 SOLAS AmendmentsFP 
SLS.17/Circ.3/
Add.2
Interim recommendations and interpretations of chapter II-2 of the 1981/83 SOLAS AmendmentsFP 

IMO body FP/BLG

No.InstrumentNameIMO bodyRemarks
345MSC/Circ.329Application of requirements for inert gas systems for oil tankersFP/BLG 
346MSC/Circ.347Danger of the use of low flashpoint cargo as fuelFP/BLG 
347MSC/Circ.353Revised guidelines for inert gas systems, as amended by MSC/Circ.387FP/BLG 
349MSC/Circ.485Clarification of inert gas system requirements under SOLAS 1974, as amendedFP/BLG 
451MSC/Circ.528Fire protecting systems for cargo compressor and pump-rooms for gas carriers covered by the CodeFP/BLG 
443MSC-MEPC.1/Circ.3Decreasing availability of halons for marine usesFP/BLG 

 

IMO body FP/DE

No.InstrumentNameIMO bodyRemarks
359MSC/Circ.647Guidelines to minimize leakage from flammable liquid systemsFP/DE 
361MSC/Circ.669Interpretations of SOLAS chapter II-2 as amended by resolution MSC.27(61)FP/DE 
367MSC/Circ.729

Design guidelines and operational recommendations for ventilation systems in ro-ro cargo spaces

FP/DE 
448A.690(17)Periodical inspections of abandon ship and fire drills on passenger shipsFP/DE 
449A.691(17)Safety instructions to passengersFP/DE 
450A.757(18)Standards for the calculation of the width of stairways forming means of escape on passenger shipsFP/DE 
452MSC/Circ.677Revised standards for the design, testing and locating of devices to prevent the passage of flame into cargo tanks in tankers, as amended by MSC/Circ.1009FP/DE 
453MSC/Circ.730Recommendations for ventilation or inerting of double-hull spacesFP/DE 
454MSC/Circ.731Revised factors to be taken into consideration when designing cargo tank venting and gas-freeing arrangementsFP/DE 
455MSC/Circ.1006Guidelines on fire test procedures for acceptance of fire-retardant materials for the construction of lifeboatsFP/DE 
456MSC/Circ.1050Shipboard plans for fire protection appliances, life-saving appliances and means of escapeFP/DE 
457MSC/Circ.1166Guidelines for a simplified evacuation analysis for high-speed passenger craftFP/DE 
458MSC/Circ.1168Interim guidelines for the testing, approval and maintenance of evacuation guidance systems used as an alternative to low-location lighting systemsFP/DE 

IMO body FP/DSC

No.InstrumentNameIMO bodyRemarks
353MSC/Circ.553Information on flashpoint and recommended fire-fighting media for chemicals to which neither the IBC nor the BCH Code applyFP/DSC 

IMO body FP/MSC

No.InstrumentNameIMO bodyRemarks
442MSC.1/Circ.1282Application of the amended SOLAS regulations II-2/3, XII/12 and XII/13FP/MSC 

IMO body FP/SLF

No.InstrumentNameIMO bodyRemarks
417MSC.1/Circ.1234Drainage of fire-fighting water from enclosed vehicle and ro-ro spaces and special category for passenger and cargo shipsFP/SLF 

IMO body FSI

No.InstrumentNameIMO bodyRemarks
459A.441(XI)Control by the flag State over the owner of a shipFSI 
460A.561(14)Translation of the text of certificatesFSI 
461A.745(18)Early implementation of the Harmonized System of Survey and Certification (HSSC)FSI 
462A.787(19)Procedures for port State control, as amended by A.882(21)FSI 
463A.849(20)Code for the investigation of marine casualties and incidents, as amended by A.884(21)FSI 
464MSC.255(84)Code of the International Standards and Recommended Practices for a Safety Investigation into a Marine Casualty or Marine Incident (Non-mandatory only in Part III of the Code )FSI 
465A.883(21)Global and uniform implementation of the Harmonized System of Survey and Certification (HSSC)FSI 
466A.912(22)Self-assessment of flag State performanceFSIRevokes A.881(21)
467A.914(22)Measures to further strengthen flag State implementationFSI 
468A.996(25)Code for the implementation of mandatory IMO instruments, 2007, as amended by A.1019(26)FSIRevokes A.973(24)
469A.997(25)Survey guidelines under the harmonized system of survey and certification, 2007, as amended by A.1020(26)FSI1) Revokes A.948(23)
2) A.560(14) and A.746(18) overtaken by time
470A.1003(25)Entry into force and implementation of the 1993 Torremolinos ProtocolFSI 
471MSC.108(73)Recommendation on compliance with the requirements of paragraph 2.2.1.1 of Annex 12 to Annex B to resolution A.744 (18)FSI 
472MSC/Circ.455Language problems in presenting operating and emergency instructions on board shipsFSI 
473MSC/Circ.606Port State concurrence with SOLAS exemptionsFSI 
474MSC/Circ.710Model agreement for the authorization of recognized organizations acting on behalf of the AdministrationFSI 
475MSC/Circ.762Implementation of the ISM Code - Guidance to companies operating
multi-flagged fleets and supplementary guidelines to Administrations
FSI 
476MSC/Circ.788Authorization of recognized organizations acting on behalf of AdministrationsFSI 
477MSC/Circ.889Self-assessment of flag State performanceFSI 
478MSC/Circ.890Interim guidelines for port State control related to the ISM CodeFSI 
479MSC/Circ.954
MEPC/Circ.373
Self-assessment of flag State performance: criteria and performance indicatorsFSI 
480MSC/Circ.955Servicing of life-saving appliances and radiocommunication equipment under the Harmonized System of Survey and Certification (HSSC)FSI 
481MSC/Circ.956Guidelines for unscheduled inspections of ro-ro passenger ships by flag StatesFSI 
482MSC/Circ.994
MEPC/Circ.381
The beneficial impact of ISM Code and its role as an indicator of safe operation and environmental protectionFSI 
483MSC/Circ.1010
MEPC/Circ.382
Communication of information on authorization of recognized organizations (ROs)FSI 
484MSC/Circ.1011
MEPC/Circ.383
Measures to improve port State control proceduresFSI 
485MSC/Circ.1012Endorsement of certificates with the date of completion of the survey on which they are basedFSI 
486MSC/Circ.1015Reporting near missesFSI 
487MSC/Circ.1113Guidance to port State control officers on the non-security related elements of the 2002 SOLAS amendmentsFSI 
488MSC/Circ.1140
MEPC/Circ.424
Transfer of ships between StatesFSI 
489MSC/Circ.1142
MEPC/Circ.425
Marking the ship's plans, manuals and other documents with the IMO ship identification numberFSI 
490MSC/Circ.1150Provision of information on the implementation of codes, recommendations, guidelines and other non-mandatory instrumentsFSI 
491MSC-MEPC.3/Circ.1Revised harmonized reporting procedures - Reports required under SOLAS regulation I/21 and MARPOL 73/78, articles 8 and 12FSI 
492MSC-MEPC.4/Circ.1Retention of original records/documents on board shipsFSI 
493MSC-MEPC.5/Circ.1Recommended conditions for extending the period of validity of a certificateFSI 
494MSC-MEPC.5/Circ.2Guidelines for Administrations to ensure the adequacy of transfer of class-related matters between recognized organizations (ROs)FSI 
495MSC-MEPC.5/Circ.3Unified interpretation of the date of completion of the survey and verification on which the certificates are basedFSI 
496PSLS.2/Circ.7Revalidation of certificates issued under the 1974 SOLAS convention as modified by the 1978 SOLAS ProtocolFSI 
497PSLS.2/Circ.8Identification of "new" and "existing" ships under the 1978 SOLAS Protocol and procedure to be followed when completing SupplementsFSI 
498SLS.14/Circ.115/
Add.1, Add.2
and Add.3
Issue of Exemption Certificates under the 1974 SOLAS Convention and amendments theretoFSI 
504MSC.1/Circ.1221Validity of Type Approval Certification for Marine ProductsFSI 
505MSC.1/Circ.1223Guidelines for pre-planning of surveys in dry-dock of ships which are not subject to the Enhanced programme of inspectionsFSI 
506MSC.1/Circ.1252Annual testing of the automatic identification system (AIS)FSI 
507MSC.1/Circ.1290Unified interpretation of the term "first survey" referred to in SOLAS regulationsFSISupersedes MSC/Circ.1141

IMO body FSI

The amendments shows additions or changes to MSC.1/Circ.1371

No.InstrumentNameIMO bodyRemarks
459A.441(XI)Control by the flag State over the owner of a shipFSI 
460A.561(14)Translation of the text of certificatesFSI 
461A.745(18)Early implementation of the Harmonized System of Survey and Certification (HSSC)FSI 
462A.787(19)Procedures for port State control, as amended by A.882(21)FSI 
463A.849(20)Code for the investigation of marine casualties and incidents, as amended by A.884(21)FSI 
464MSC.255(84)Code of the International Standards and Recommended Practices for a Safety Investigation into a Marine Casualty or Marine Incident (Non-mandatory only in Part III of the Code )FSI 
465A.883(21)Global and uniform implementation of the Harmonized System of Survey and Certification (HSSC)FSI 
466A.912(22)Self-assessment of flag State performanceFSIRevokes A.881(21)
467A.914(22)Measures to further strengthen flag State implementationFSI 
468A.996(25)Code for the implementation of mandatory IMO instruments, 2007, as amended by A.1019(26)FSIRevokes A.973(24)
469A.997(25)Survey guidelines under the harmonized system of survey and certification, 2007, as amended by A.1020(26)FSI1) Revokes A.948(23)
2) A.560(14) and A.746(18) overtaken by time
470A.1003(25)Entry into force and implementation of the 1993 Torremolinos ProtocolFSI 
471MSC.108(73)Recommendation on compliance with the requirements of paragraph 2.2.1.1 of Annex 12 to Annex B to resolution A.744 (18)FSI 
472MSC/Circ.455Language problems in presenting operating and emergency instructions on board shipsFSI 
473MSC/Circ.606Port State concurrence with SOLAS exemptionsFSI 
474MSC/Circ.710Model agreement for the authorization of recognized organizations acting on behalf of the AdministrationFSI 
475MSC/Circ.762Implementation of the ISM Code - Guidance to companies operating
multi-flagged fleets and supplementary guidelines to Administrations
FSI 
476MSC/Circ.788Authorization of recognized organizations acting on behalf of AdministrationsFSI 
477MSC/Circ.889Self-assessment of flag State performanceFSI 
478MSC/Circ.890Interim guidelines for port State control related to the ISM CodeFSI 
479MSC/Circ.954
MEPC/Circ.373
Self-assessment of flag State performance: criteria and performance indicatorsFSI 
480MSC/Circ.955Servicing of life-saving appliances and radiocommunication equipment under the Harmonized System of Survey and Certification (HSSC)FSI 
481MSC/Circ.956Guidelines for unscheduled inspections of ro-ro passenger ships by flag StatesFSI 
482MSC/Circ.994
MEPC/Circ.381
The beneficial impact of ISM Code and its role as an indicator of safe operation and environmental protectionFSI 
483MSC/Circ.1010
MEPC/Circ.382
Communication of information on authorization of recognized organizations (ROs)FSI 
484MSC/Circ.1011
MEPC/Circ.383
Measures to improve port State control proceduresFSI 
485MSC/Circ.1012Endorsement of certificates with the date of completion of the survey on which they are basedFSI 
486MSC/Circ.1015Reporting near missesFSI 
487MSC/Circ.1113Guidance to port State control officers on the non-security related elements of the 2002 SOLAS amendmentsFSI 
488MSC/Circ.1140
MEPC/Circ.424
Transfer of ships between StatesFSI 
489MSC/Circ.1142
MEPC/Circ.425
Marking the ship's plans, manuals and other documents with the IMO ship identification numberFSI 
490MSC/Circ.1150Provision of information on the implementation of codes, recommendations, guidelines and other non-mandatory instrumentsFSI 
491MSC-MEPC.3/Circ.1Revised harmonized reporting procedures - Reports required under SOLAS regulation I/21 and MARPOL 73/78, articles 8 and 12FSI 
492MSC-MEPC.4/Circ.1Retention of original records/documents on board shipsFSI 
493MSC-MEPC.5/Circ.1Recommended conditions for extending the period of validity of a certificateFSI 
494MSC-MEPC.5/Circ.2Guidelines for Administrations to ensure the adequacy of transfer of class-related matters between recognized organizations (ROs)FSI 
495MSC-MEPC.5/Circ.3Unified interpretation of the date of completion of the survey and verification on which the certificates are basedFSI 
496PSLS.2/Circ.7Revalidation of certificates issued under the 1974 SOLAS convention as modified by the 1978 SOLAS ProtocolFSI 
497PSLS.2/Circ.8Identification of "new" and "existing" ships under the 1978 SOLAS Protocol and procedure to be followed when completing SupplementsFSI 
498SLS.14/Circ.115/
Add.1, Add.2
and Add.3
Issue of Exemption Certificates under the 1974 SOLAS Convention and amendments theretoFSI 
504MSC.1/Circ.1221Validity of Type Approval Certification for Marine ProductsFSI 
505MSC.1/Circ.1223Guidelines for pre-planning of surveys in dry-dock of ships which are not subject to the Enhanced programme of inspectionsFSI 
506MSC.1/Circ.1252Annual testing of the automatic identification system (AIS)FSI 
507MSC.1/Circ.1290Unified interpretation of the term "first survey" referred to in SOLAS regulationsFSISupersedes MSC/Circ.1141
 MSC.1/Circ.1402Safety of pilot transfer arrangementsFSI 
 MSC-MEPC.2/Circ.9Guidance for the application of safety, security and environmental protectionprovisions to FPSOs and FSUsFSI 

 

 

IMO body FSI

The amendments shows additions or changes to MSC.1/Circ.1371

InstrumentNameIMO bodyRemarks
A.441(XI)Control by the flag State over the owner of a shipFSI 
A.561(14)Translation of the text of certificatesFSI 
A.745(18)Early implementation of the Harmonized System of Survey and Certification (HSSC)FSI 

DELETED

A.787(19)

 

Procedures for port State control, as amended by A.882(21)

 

FSI

 Revoked by A.1052(27)
A.849(20)Code for the investigation of marine casualties and incidents, as amended by A.884(21)FSI 
A.883(21)Global and uniform implementation of the Harmonized System of Survey and Certification (HSSC)FSI 
A.912(22)Self-assessment of flag State performanceFSIRevokes A.881(21)
A.914(22)Measures to further strengthen flag State implementationFSI 

DELETED

A.996(25)

 

Code for the implementation of mandatory IMO instruments, 2007, as amended by A.1019(26)

 

FSI

Revoked by A.1054(27)

Revokes A.973(24)

DELETED

A.997(25)

 

Survey guidelines under the harmonized system of survey and certification, 2007, as amended by A.1020(26)

 

FSI

Revoked by A.1053(27)

1) Revokes A.948(23)
2) A.560(14) and A.746(18) overtaken by time

A.1003(25)Entry into force and implementation of the 1993 Torremolinos ProtocolFSI 
A.1052(27)Procedures for port State control, 2011FSIRevokes A.787(19) and A.882(21)
A.1053(27)Survey guidelines under the Harmonized System of Survey and Certification (HSSC), 2011FSIRevokes A.997(25), A.1020(26) and MEPC.180(59)
A.1054(27)Code for the implementation of mandatory IMO instruments, 2011FSIRevokes A.996(25) and A.1019(26)
MSC.108(73)Recommendation on compliance with the requirements of paragraph 2.2.1.1 of Annex 12 to Annex B to resolution A.744 (18)FSI 
MSC.255(84)Code of the International Standards and Recommended Practices for a Safety Investigation into a Marine Casualty or Marine Incident (Non-mandatory only in Part III of the Code )FSI 
MSC/Circ.455Language problems in presenting operating and emergency instructions on board shipsFSI 
MSC/Circ.606Port State concurrence with SOLAS exemptionsFSI 
MSC/Circ.710Model agreement for the authorization of recognized organizations acting on behalf of the AdministrationFSI 
MSC/Circ.762Implementation of the ISM Code - Guidance to companies operating
multi-flagged fleets and supplementary guidelines to Administrations
FSI 
MSC/Circ.788Authorization of recognized organizations acting on behalf of AdministrationsFSI 
MSC/Circ.889Self-assessment of flag State performanceFSI 
MSC/Circ.890Interim guidelines for port State control related to the ISM CodeFSI 
MSC/Circ.954
MEPC/Circ.373
Self-assessment of flag State performance: criteria and performance indicatorsFSI 
MSC/Circ.955Servicing of life-saving appliances and radiocommunication equipment under the Harmonized System of Survey and Certification (HSSC)FSI 
MSC/Circ.956Guidelines for unscheduled inspections of ro-ro passenger ships by flag StatesFSI 
MSC/Circ.994
MEPC/Circ.381
The beneficial impact of ISM Code and its role as an indicator of safe operation and environmental protectionFSI 
MSC/Circ.1010
MEPC/Circ.382
Communication of information on authorization of recognized organizations (ROs)FSI 
MSC/Circ.1011
MEPC/Circ.383
Measures to improve port State control proceduresFSI 
MSC/Circ.1012Endorsement of certificates with the date of completion of the survey on which they are basedFSI 
MSC/Circ.1015Reporting near missesFSI 
MSC/Circ.1113Guidance to port State control officers on the non-security related elements of the 2002 SOLAS amendmentsFSI 
MSC/Circ.1140
MEPC/Circ.424
Transfer of ships between StatesFSI 
MSC/Circ.1142
MEPC/Circ.425
Marking the ship's plans, manuals and other documents with the IMO ship identification numberFSI 
MSC/Circ.1150Provision of information on the implementation of codes, recommendations, guidelines and other non-mandatory instrumentsFSI 
MSC-MEPC.3/Circ.1Revised harmonized reporting procedures - Reports required under SOLAS regulation I/21 and MARPOL 73/78, articles 8 and 12FSI 
MSC-MEPC.4/Circ.1Retention of original records/documents on board shipsFSI 
MSC-MEPC.5/Circ.1Recommended conditions for extending the period of validity of a certificateFSI 
MSC-MEPC.5/Circ.2Guidelines for Administrations to ensure the adequacy of transfer of class-related matters between recognized organizations (ROs)FSI 
MSC-MEPC.5/Circ.3Unified interpretation of the date of completion of the survey and verification on which the certificates are basedFSI 
MSC.1/Circ.1221Validity of Type Approval Certification for Marine ProductsFSI 
MSC.1/Circ.1223Guidelines for pre-planning of surveys in dry-dock of ships which are not subject to the Enhanced programme of inspectionsFSI 
MSC.1/Circ.1252Annual testing of the automatic identification system (AIS)FSI 
MSC.1/Circ.1290Unified interpretation of the term "first survey" referred to in SOLAS regulationsFSISupersedes MSC/Circ.1141
 MSC.1/Circ.1402Safety of pilot transfer arrangementsFSI 
MSC.1/Circ.1445Clarification of the term "first scheduled dry-docking" as contained in SOLAS regulation III/1.5, as amended by resolution MSC.317(89)FSI 
MSC-MEPC.2/Circ.9Guidance for the application of safety, security and environmental protection provisions to FPSOs and FSUsFSI 
MSC-MEPC.5/Circ.6Guidance on the timing of replacement of existing certificates by the certificates issued after the entry into force of amendments to certificates in IMO instrumentsFSI 
PSLS.2/Circ.7Revalidation of certificates issued under the 1974 SOLAS convention as modified by the 1978 SOLAS ProtocolFSI 
PSLS.2/Circ.8Identification of "new" and "existing" ships under the 1978 SOLAS Protocol and procedure to be followed when completing SupplementsFSI 
SLS.14/Circ.115/
Add.1, Add.2
and Add.3
Issue of Exemption Certificates under the 1974 SOLAS Convention and amendments theretoFSI 

 

IMO body FSI/DE

No.InstrumentNameIMO bodyRemarks
499A.794(19)Surveys and inspections of ro-ro passenger shipsFSI/DE 
503MSC.1/Circ.1206Measures to prevent accidents with lifeboatsFSI/DE 
509MSC/Circ.454Certification of existing mobile offshore drilling units (MODU Code)FSI/DE 
510MSC/Circ.655Guidance for planning the enhanced programme of inspections during surveys of bulk carriers and oil tankersFSI/DE 
511MSC/Circ.696Thorough examination of the cargo lifting plant of shipsFSI/DE 
515MSC/Circ.1049Accidents with lifeboatsFSI/DE 

IMO body FSI/FP

No.InstrumentNameIMO bodyRemarks
516MSC/Circ.1084Principles for hot work on board all types of shipsFSI/FP 

IMO body FSI/MSC

No.InstrumentNameIMO bodyRemarks
500A.923(22)Measures to prevent the registration of "phantom" shipsFSI/MSC 
502MSC.159(78)Interim Guidance on control and compliance measures to enhance maritime securityFSI/MSC 

517

MSC.1/Circ.1191Reminder of the obligation to notify flag States when exercising control and compliance measuresFSI/MSC 

IMO body FSI/NAV

No.InstrumentNameIMO bodyRemarks
518MSC-MEPC.2/Circ.2IMO requirements on carriage of publications on board shipsFSI/NAV 

IMO body FSI/STW

No.InstrumentNameIMO bodyRemarks
501A.987(24)Guidelines on fair treatment of seafarers in the event of a maritime accidentFSI/STW 
508MSC-MEPC.2/Circ.3Guidelines on the basic elements of a shipboard occupational health and safety programmeFSI/STW 
512MSC/Circ.918Guidance for port State control officers in respect of certificates of competency issued under the provision of the STCW ConventionFSI/STW 
513MSC/Circ.1030Guidance for port State control officers on issues related to certificates of competencyFSI/STW 
514MSC/Circ.1032Guidance for port State control officers on references to STCW 95 in certificates, endorsements and documentary evidenceFSI/STW 

IMO body MSC

No.InstrumentNameIMO bodyRemarks
519A.545(13)Measures to prevent acts of piracy and armed robbery against shipsMSC 
520A.584(14)Measures to prevent unlawful acts which threaten the safety of ships and the security of their passengers and crewsMSC 
521A.683(17)Prevention and suppression of acts of piracy and armed robbery against shipsMSC 
523A.738(18)Measures to prevent and suppress acts of piracy and armed robbery against shipsMSC 
524A.913(22)Revised Guidelines on the implementation of the International Safety Management (ISM) Code by AdministrationsMSC1) Revokes A.788(19)
2) To be revoked by A.1022(26) as of 1 July 2010
525A.959(23)Format and guidelines for the maintenance of the Continuous Synopsis Record (CSR), as amended by MSC.198(80)MSC 
526A.1022(26)Guidelines on the implementation of the International Safety Management (ISM) Code by AdministrationsMSCRevokes A.913(22) with effect as of 1 July 2010
527A.1025(26)Code of practice for the investigation of the crimes of piracy and armed robbery against shipsMSCRevokes A.922(22)
528A.1026(26)Piracy and armed robbery against ships in waters off the coast of Somalia (Revokes resolution A.1002(25))MSCA.979(24) overtaken by time
529MSC.242(83)Use of LRIT information for safety and environmental purposesMSC 
530MSC.264(84)Establishment of International LRIT Data Exchange on an interim basisMSCRevokes MSC.243(83)
531MSC.263(84)Revised performance standards and functional requirements for the Long Range Identification and Tracking of shipsMSCRevokes MSC.210(81) and MSC.245(83)
532MSC/Circ.443Measures to prevent unlawful acts against passengers and crews on board shipsMSC 
533MSC/Circ.754Passenger ferry securityMSC 
534MSC/Circ.1067Early implementation of the special measures to enhance maritime securityMSC 
535MSC/Circ.1074Interim Guidelines for the authorization of RSOs acting on behalf of the Administration and/or Designated Authority of Contracting GovernmentMSC 
536MSC/Circ.1090Guidance for Administrations, companies, masters and manning agents detecting and preventing unlawful practicesMSC 
537MSC/Circ.1097Guidelines to the implementation of SOLAS chapter XI-2 and the ISPS CodeMSC 
538MSC/Circ.1104Implementation of SOLAS chapter XI-2 and the ISPS CodeMSC 
539MSC/Circ.1106Implementation of SOLAS chapter XI-2 and the ISPS Code to port facilitiesMSC 
540MSC/Circ.1110Matters related to SOLAS regulations XI-2/6 and XI-2/7MSC 
541MSC/Circ.1111Guidance relating to the implementation of SOLAS chapter XI-2 and the ISPS CodeMSC 
542MSC/Circ.1112Shore leave and access to ships under the ISPS CodeMSC 
543MSC/Circ.1113Guidance to port State control officers on the non-security related elements of the 2002 SOLAS amendmentsMSC 
544MSC/Circ.1132Guidance relating to the implementation of SOLAS chapter XI-2 and of the ISPS CodeMSC 
546MSC/Circ.1156Guidance on the access of public authorities, emergency response services and pilots on board ships to which SOLAS chapter XI-2 and the ISPS Code applyMSC 
547MSC/Circ.1157Interim scheme for the compliance of certain cargo ships with the special measures to enhance maritime securityMSC 
548MSC.1/Circ.1189Interim scheme for the compliance of special purpose ships with the special measures to enhance maritime securityMSC 
549MSC.1/Circ.1192Guidance on voluntary self-assessment by SOLAS Contracting Governments and by port facilitiesMSC 
550MSC.1/Circ.1193Guidance on voluntary self-assessment by Administrations and for ship securityMSC 
551MSC.1/Circ.1194Effective implementation of SOLAS chapter XI-2 and the ISPS CodeMSC 
552ILO/IMOILO/IMO Code of Practice on Security in Ports (see MSC 78/7/2, annex)MSC 
559MSC.1/Circ.1217Interim Guidance on voluntary self-assessment by Companies and company security officers (CSOs) for ship securityMSC 
560MSC.1/Circ.1219Interim LRIT Technical Specifications and other mattersMSC 
561MSC.1/Circ.1231Interim Scheme for the compliance of certain cargo ships and special purpose ships with the management for the safe operations of shipsMSC 
562MSC.1/Circ.1253Shipboard technical operating and maintenance manualsMSC 
563MSC.1/Circ.1283Non-mandatory guidelines on security aspects of the operation of vessels which do not fall within the scope of SOLAS chapter XI-2 and the ISPS CodeMSC 
564MSC.1/Circ.1284Unified interpretation of SOLAS regulations II-1/1.3 and II-1/3-6MSC 
565MSC.1/Circ.1294LRIT System - Technical Documentation (Part II)MSC 
566MSC.1/Circ.1295Guidance in relation to certain types of ships which are required to transmit LRIT information, on exemptions and equivalents and on certain operation mattersMSC 
567MSC.1/Circ.1298Guidance on the implementation of the LRIT systemMSCRevokes MSC.1/Circ.1256
568MSC.1/Circ.1299Transitional arrangements and measures for accelerating the completion of the establishment of the LRIT systemMSC 
569MSC.1/Circ.1305Revised guidance to masters, Companies and duly authorized officers on the requirements relating to the submission of security-related information prior to the entry of a ship into portMSCRevokes MSC/Circ.1130
570MSC.1/1307Guidance on the survey and certification of compliance of ships with the requirement to transmit LRIT informationMSC1) Revokes MSC.1/Circ.1296)
2) MSC.1/Circ.1257 overtaken by time
571MSC.1/1308Guidance to search and rescue services in relation to requesting and receiving LRIT informationMSC1) Revokes MSC.1/Circ.1297
2) MSC.1/Circ.1258 overtaken by time
572MSC.1/Circ.1332Piracy and armed robbery against ships in waters off the coast of SomaliaMSC 
573MSC.1/Circ.1333Recommendations to Governments for preventing and suppressing piracy and
armed robbery against ships
MSCRevokes MSC/Circ.622/Rev.1
574MSC.1/Circ.1334Guidance to shipowner and ship operators, shipmasters and crews on preventing and suppressing acts of piracy and armed robbery against shipsMSCRevokes MSC/Circ.623/Rev.3

IMO body MSC

The amendments shows additions or changes to MSC.1/Circ.1371

No.InstrumentNameIMO bodyRemarks
519A.545(13)Measures to prevent acts of piracy and armed robbery against shipsMSC 
520A.584(14)Measures to prevent unlawful acts which threaten the safety of ships and the security of their passengers and crewsMSC 
521A.683(17)Prevention and suppression of acts of piracy and armed robbery against shipsMSC 
523A.738(18)Measures to prevent and suppress acts of piracy and armed robbery against shipsMSC 
524

DELETED

A.913(22)

 

Revised Guidelines on the implementation of the International Safety Management (ISM) Code by Administrations

 

MSC

Deleted as revoked by A.1022(26) as of 1 July 2010

1) Revokes A.788(19)
2) To be revoked by A.1022(26) as of 1 July 2010

525A.959(23)Format and guidelines for the maintenance of the Continuous Synopsis Record (CSR), as amended by MSC.198(80)MSC 
526A.1022(26)Guidelines on the implementation of the International Safety Management (ISM) Code by AdministrationsMSCRevokes A.913(22) with effect as of 1 July 2010
527A.1025(26)Code of practice for the investigation of the crimes of piracy and armed robbery against shipsMSCRevokes A.922(22)
528A.1026(26)Piracy and armed robbery against ships in waters off the coast of Somalia (Revokes resolution A.1002(25))MSCA.979(24) overtaken by time
529MSC.242(83)Use of LRIT information for safety and environmental purposesMSC 
530MSC.264(84)Establishment of International LRIT Data Exchange on an interim basisMSCRevokes MSC.243(83)
531MSC.263(84)Revised performance standards and functional requirements for the Long Range Identification and Tracking of shipsMSCRevokes MSC.210(81) and MSC.245(83)
532MSC/Circ.443Measures to prevent unlawful acts against passengers and crews on board shipsMSC 
533MSC/Circ.754Passenger ferry securityMSC 
534MSC/Circ.1067Early implementation of the special measures to enhance maritime securityMSC 
535MSC/Circ.1074Interim Guidelines for the authorization of RSOs acting on behalf of the Administration and/or Designated Authority of Contracting GovernmentMSC 
536MSC/Circ.1090Guidance for Administrations, companies, masters and manning agents detecting and preventing unlawful practicesMSC 
537MSC/Circ.1097Guidelines to the implementation of SOLAS chapter XI-2 and the ISPS CodeMSC 
538MSC/Circ.1104Implementation of SOLAS chapter XI-2 and the ISPS CodeMSC 
539MSC/Circ.1106Implementation of SOLAS chapter XI-2 and the ISPS Code to port facilitiesMSC 
540MSC/Circ.1110Matters related to SOLAS regulations XI-2/6 and XI-2/7MSC 
541MSC/Circ.1111Guidance relating to the implementation of SOLAS chapter XI-2 and the ISPS CodeMSC 
542

DELETED

MSC/Circ.1112

 

Shore leave and access to ships under the ISPS Code

 

MSC

See MSC.1/Circ.1342
543MSC/Circ.1113Guidance to port State control officers on the non-security related elements of the 2002 SOLAS amendmentsMSC 
544MSC/Circ.1132Guidance relating to the implementation of SOLAS chapter XI-2 and of the ISPS CodeMSC 
546MSC/Circ.1156Guidance on the access of public authorities, emergency response services and pilots on board ships to which SOLAS chapter XI-2 and the ISPS Code applyMSC 
547MSC/Circ.1157Interim scheme for the compliance of certain cargo ships with the special measures to enhance maritime securityMSC 
548MSC.1/Circ.1189Interim scheme for the compliance of special purpose ships with the special measures to enhance maritime securityMSC 
549MSC.1/Circ.1192Guidance on voluntary self-assessment by SOLAS Contracting Governments and by port facilitiesMSC 
550MSC.1/Circ.1193Guidance on voluntary self-assessment by Administrations and for ship securityMSC 
551MSC.1/Circ.1194Effective implementation of SOLAS chapter XI-2 and the ISPS CodeMSC 
552ILO/IMOILO/IMO Code of Practice on Security in Ports (see MSC 78/7/2, annex)MSC 
559MSC.1/Circ.1217Interim Guidance on voluntary self-assessment by Companies and company security officers (CSOs) for ship securityMSC 
560MSC.1/Circ.1219Interim LRIT Technical Specifications and other mattersMSC 
561MSC.1/Circ.1231Interim Scheme for the compliance of certain cargo ships and special purpose ships with the management for the safe operations of shipsMSC 
562MSC.1/Circ.1253Shipboard technical operating and maintenance manualsMSC 
563MSC.1/Circ.1283Non-mandatory guidelines on security aspects of the operation of vessels which do not fall within the scope of SOLAS chapter XI-2 and the ISPS CodeMSC 
564MSC.1/Circ.1284Unified interpretation of SOLAS regulations II-1/1.3 and II-1/3-6MSC 
565MSC.1/Circ.1294/Rev.2LRIT System - Technical Documentation (Part II)MSC Revokes MSC.1/1294/Rev.1
566MSC.1/Circ.1295Guidance in relation to certain types of ships which are required to transmit LRIT information, on exemptions and equivalents and on certain operation mattersMSC 
567MSC.1/Circ.1298Guidance on the implementation of the LRIT systemMSCRevokes MSC.1/Circ.1256
568MSC.1/Circ.1299Transitional arrangements and measures for accelerating the completion of the establishment of the LRIT systemMSC 
569MSC.1/Circ.1305Revised guidance to masters, Companies and duly authorized officers on the requirements relating to the submission of security-related information prior to the entry of a ship into portMSCRevokes MSC/Circ.1130
570MSC.1/1307Guidance on the survey and certification of compliance of ships with the requirement to transmit LRIT informationMSC1) Revokes MSC.1/Circ.1296)
2) MSC.1/Circ.1257 overtaken by time
571MSC.1/1308Guidance to search and rescue services in relation to requesting and receiving LRIT informationMSC1) Revokes MSC.1/Circ.1297
2) MSC.1/Circ.1258 overtaken by time
572MSC.1/Circ.1332Piracy and armed robbery against ships in waters off the coast of SomaliaMSC 
573MSC.1/Circ.1333Recommendations to Governments for preventing and suppressing piracy and
armed robbery against ships
MSCRevokes MSC/Circ.622/Rev.1
574MSC.1/Circ.1334Guidance to shipowner and ship operators, shipmasters and crews on preventing and suppressing acts of piracy and armed robbery against shipsMSCRevokes MSC/Circ.623/Rev.3
 MSC.296(87)Guidelines for verification of conformity with goal-based ship construction standards for bulk carriers and oil tankersMSC 
 MSC.303(87)Assuring safety during demonstrations, protests, or confrontations on the high seasMSC 
 MSC.305(87)Guidelines on operational procedures for the promulgation of maritime safety information concerning acts of piracy and piracy counter-measure operationsMSC 
 MSC.312(88)Revised guidelines on the prevention of access by stowaways and the allocation of responsibilities to seek the successful resolution of stowaway casesMSC 
 MSC.322(89)Operation of the International LRIT Data ExchangeMSC
 MSC.324(89)Implementation of best management practice guidanceMSC 
 MSC.1/Circ.1259/Rev.4Long-range identification and tracking system – Technical documentation (Part I)MSC Revokes MSC.1/Circ.1259/Rev.3
 MSC.1/Circ.1341Guidelines on security-related training and familiarization for port facility personnelMSC 
 MSC.1/Circ.1342Reminder in connection with shore leave and access to shipsMSC Revokes MSC/Circ.1112
 MSC.1/Circ.1343Guidelines for the information to be included in a Ship Construction FileMSC 
 MSC.1/Circ.1371List of codes, recommendations, guidelines and other safety- and security-related non-mandatory instrumentsMSC 
 MSC.1/Circ.1376Continuity of service plan for the LRIT system (Revokes MSC.1/Circ.1344)MSC 
 MSC.1/Circ.1377List of application service providers authorized to conduct conformance tests and issue LRIT conformance test reports on behalf of the AdministrationsMSC 
 MSC.1/Circ.1390Guidance for company security officers (CSOs) – Preparation of a Company and crew for the contingency of hijack by pirates in the Western Indian Ocean and the Gulf of AdenMSC 
 MSC.1/Circ.1394Generic guidelines for developing goal based standardsMSC 
 MSC.1/Circ.1404Guidelines to assist in the investigation of the crimes of piracy and armed robbery against shipsMSC 
 MSC.1/Circ.1405Interim Guidance to shipowners, ship operators and shipmasters on the use of privately contracted armed security personnel on board ships in the High Risk AreaMSC 
 MSC.1/Circ.1406Interim recommendations for flag States regarding the use of privately contracted armed security personnel on board ships in the High Risk AreaMSC 

 

 

IMO body MSC

The amendments shows additions or changes to MSC.1/Circ.1371

InstrumentNameIMO bodyRemarks
A.545(13)Measures to prevent acts of piracy and armed robbery against shipsMSC 
A.584(14)Measures to prevent unlawful acts which threaten the safety of ships and the security of their passengers and crewsMSC 
A.683(17)Prevention and suppression of acts of piracy and armed robbery against shipsMSC 
A.738(18)Measures to prevent and suppress acts of piracy and armed robbery against shipsMSC 
A.959(23)Format and guidelines for the maintenance of the Continuous Synopsis Record (CSR), as amended by MSC.198(80)MSC 
A.1022(26)Guidelines on the implementation of the International Safety Management (ISM) Code by AdministrationsMSCRevokes A.913(22) with effect as of 1 July 2010
A.1025(26)Code of practice for the investigation of the crimes of piracy and armed robbery against shipsMSCRevokes A.922(22)
A.1026(26)Piracy and armed robbery against ships in waters off the coast of Somalia (Revokes resolution A.1002(25))MSCA.979(24) overtaken by time
A.1051(27)IMO/WMO worldwide Met-Ocean information and warning service guidancedocumentMSC 
MSC.242(83)Use of LRIT information for safety and environmental purposesMSC 
MSC.263(84)Revised performance standards and functional requirements for the Long Range Identification and Tracking of ships, as amended by MSC.330(90)MSCRevokes MSC.210(81) and MSC.245(83)
MSC.264(84)Establishment of International LRIT Data Exchange on an interim basisMSCRevokes MSC.243(83)
MSC.298(87)Establishment of a distribution facility for the provision of LRIT information to security forces operating in waters of the Gulf of Aden and the Western Indian Ocean to aid their work in the repression of piracy and armed robbery against ships, as amended by MSC.331(90)MSC 
MSC/Circ.443Measures to prevent unlawful acts against passengers and crews on board shipsMSC 
MSC/Circ.754Passenger ferry securityMSC 
MSC/Circ.1067Early implementation of the special measures to enhance maritime securityMSC 
MSC/Circ.1074Interim Guidelines for the authorization of RSOs acting on behalf of the Administration and/or Designated Authority of Contracting GovernmentMSC 
MSC/Circ.1090Guidance for Administrations, companies, masters and manning agents detecting and preventing unlawful practicesMSC 
MSC/Circ.1097Guidelines to the implementation of SOLAS chapter XI-2 and the ISPS CodeMSC 
MSC/Circ.1104Implementation of SOLAS chapter XI-2 and the ISPS CodeMSC 
MSC/Circ.1106Implementation of SOLAS chapter XI-2 and the ISPS Code to port facilitiesMSC 
MSC/Circ.1110Matters related to SOLAS regulations XI-2/6 and XI-2/7MSC 
MSC/Circ.1111Guidance relating to the implementation of SOLAS chapter XI-2 and the ISPS CodeMSC 
MSC/Circ.1113Guidance to port State control officers on the non-security related elements of the 2002 SOLAS amendmentsMSC 
MSC/Circ.1132Guidance relating to the implementation of SOLAS chapter XI-2 and of the ISPS CodeMSC 
MSC/Circ.1156Guidance on the access of public authorities, emergency response services and pilots on board ships to which SOLAS chapter XI-2 and the ISPS Code applyMSC 
MSC/Circ.1157Interim scheme for the compliance of certain cargo ships with the special measures to enhance maritime securityMSC 
MSC.1/Circ.1189Interim scheme for the compliance of special purpose ships with the special measures to enhance maritime securityMSC 
MSC.1/Circ.1192Guidance on voluntary self-assessment by SOLAS Contracting Governments and by port facilitiesMSC 
MSC.1/Circ.1193Guidance on voluntary self-assessment by Administrations and for ship securityMSC 
MSC.1/Circ.1194Effective implementation of SOLAS chapter XI-2 and the ISPS CodeMSC 
ILO/IMOILO/IMO Code of Practice on Security in Ports (see MSC 78/7/2, annex)MSC 
MSC.1/Circ.1217Interim Guidance on voluntary self-assessment by Companies and company security officers (CSOs) for ship securityMSC 
MSC.1/Circ.1219Interim LRIT Technical Specifications and other mattersMSC 
MSC.1/Circ.1231Interim Scheme for the compliance of certain cargo ships and special purpose ships with the management for the safe operations of shipsMSC 
MSC.1/Circ.1253Shipboard technical operating and maintenance manualsMSC 
MSC.1/Circ.1283Non-mandatory guidelines on security aspects of the operation of vessels which do not fall within the scope of SOLAS chapter XI-2 and the ISPS CodeMSC 
MSC.1/Circ.1284Unified interpretation of SOLAS regulations II-1/1.3 and II-1/3-6MSCThe unified interpretations of SOLAS regulations II-1/1/3 and II-1/3-6 contained in MSC.1/Circ.1284 should not be applied after the approval date of MSC-MEPC.2/Circ.10, i.e. 1 December 2011
MSC.1/Circ.1294/Rev.3LRIT System - Technical Documentation (Part II)MSC Revokes MSC.1/1294/Rev.2
MSC.1/Circ.1295Guidance in relation to certain types of ships which are required to transmit LRIT information, on exemptions and equivalents and on certain operation mattersMSC 
MSC.1/Circ.1298Guidance on the implementation of the LRIT systemMSCRevokes MSC.1/Circ.1256
MSC.1/Circ.1299Transitional arrangements and measures for accelerating the completion of the establishment of the LRIT systemMSC 
MSC.1/Circ.1305Revised guidance to masters, Companies and duly authorized officers on the requirements relating to the submission of security-related information prior to the entry of a ship into portMSCRevokes MSC/Circ.1130
MSC.1/1307Guidance on the survey and certification of compliance of ships with the requirement to transmit LRIT informationMSC1) Revokes MSC.1/Circ.1296)
2) MSC.1/Circ.1257 overtaken by time
MSC.1/1308Guidance to search and rescue services in relation to requesting and receiving LRIT informationMSC1) Revokes MSC.1/Circ.1297
2) MSC.1/Circ.1258 overtaken by time
MSC.1/Circ.1332Piracy and armed robbery against ships in waters off the coast of SomaliaMSC 
MSC.1/Circ.1333Recommendations to Governments for preventing and suppressing piracy and
armed robbery against ships
MSCRevokes MSC/Circ.622/Rev.1
MSC.1/Circ.1334Guidance to shipowner and ship operators, shipmasters and crews on preventing and suppressing acts of piracy and armed robbery against shipsMSCRevokes MSC/Circ.623/Rev.3
 MSC.296(87)Guidelines for verification of conformity with goal-based ship construction standards for bulk carriers and oil tankersMSC 
 MSC.303(87)Assuring safety during demonstrations, protests, or confrontations on the high seasMSC 
 MSC.305(87)Guidelines on operational procedures for the promulgation of maritime safety information concerning acts of piracy and piracy counter-measure operationsMSC 
 MSC.312(88)Revised guidelines on the prevention of access by stowaways and the allocation of responsibilities to seek the successful resolution of stowaway casesMSC 
 MSC.322(89)Operation of the International LRIT Data ExchangeMSC
 MSC.324(89)Implementation of best management practice guidanceMSC 
 MSC.1/Circ.1259/Rev.5Long-range identification and tracking system – Technical documentation (Part I)MSC Revokes MSC.1/Circ.1259/Rev.4
 MSC.1/Circ.1341Guidelines on security-related training and familiarization for port facility personnelMSC 
 MSC.1/Circ.1342Reminder in connection with shore leave and access to shipsMSC Revokes MSC/Circ.1112
 MSC.1/Circ.1343Guidelines for the information to be included in a Ship Construction FileMSC 
 MSC.1/Circ.1371List of codes, recommendations, guidelines and other safety- and security-related non-mandatory instrumentsMSC 
 MSC.1/Circ.1371/Add.1List of codes, recommendations, guidelines and other safety- and security-related non-mandatory instrumentsMSC 
MSC.1/Circ.1376/Rev.1Continuity of service plan for the LRIT system (Revokes MSC.1/Circ.1344)MSC Revokes MSC.1/Circ.1376
 MSC.1/Circ.1377List of application service providers authorized to conduct conformance tests and issue LRIT conformance test reports on behalf of the AdministrationsMSC 
 MSC.1/Circ.1390Guidance for company security officers (CSOs) – Preparation of a Company and crew for the contingency of hijack by pirates in the Western Indian Ocean and the Gulf of AdenMSC 
 MSC.1/Circ.1394Generic guidelines for developing goal based standardsMSC 
 MSC.1/Circ.1404Guidelines to assist in the investigation of the crimes of piracy and armed robbery against shipsMSC 
 MSC.1/Circ.1405/Rev.2Interim Guidance to shipowners, ship operators and shipmasters on the use of privately contracted armed security personnel on board ships in the High Risk AreaMSC Revokes MSC.1/Circ.1405/Rev.1
 MSC.1/Circ.1406Interim recommendations for flag States regarding the use of privately contracted armed security personnel on board ships in the High Risk AreaMSC 
 MSC.1/Circ.1408/Rev.1Interim recommendations for port and coastal States regarding the use of privately contracted armed security personnel on board ships in the High Risk AreaMSC 
 MSC.1/Circ.1412Principles and guidelines relating to the review and audit of the performance of LRIT data centres and of the international LRIT data exchangeMSC 
 MSC.1/Circ.1443Interim guidance to private maritime security companies providing privately contracted armed security personnel on board ships in the High Risk AreaMSC 
 MSC.1/Circ.1444Interim Guidance for flag States on measures to prevent and mitigate Somalia-based piracyMSC 
 MSC.1/Circ.1446Recommended interim measures for passenger ship companies to enhance the safety of passenger shipsMSC 

 

 

IMO body MSC/COMSAR

No.InstrumentNameIMO bodyRemarks
553MSC.1/Circ.1190Guidance on the provision of information for identifying ships when transmitting ship security alertsMSC/COMSAR 
554MSC/Circ.1072Guidance on provision of ship security alert systems (SSASs)MSC/COMSAR 

IMO body MSC/FAL

InstrumentNameIMO bodyRemarks
MSC.228(82)Revision of the Guidelines for the prevention and suppression of the smuggling of drugs, psychotropic substances and precursor chemicals on shipsMSC/FAL Supersedes A.872(20)
MSC-FAL.1/Circ.1Securing and facilitating international tradeMSC/FAL 

 

 

 

IMO body MSC/FAL/MEPC

InstrumentNameIMO bodyRemarks
FAL.2/Circ.123MEPC.1/Circ.769MSC.1/Circ.1409Revised list of certificates and documents required to be carried on board shipsMSC/FAL/MEPCSupersedes FAL.2/Circ.87-MEPC/Circ.426-MSC/Circ.1151

IMO body MSC/FSI

No.InstrumentNameIMO bodyRemarks
555MSC/Circ.1074Interim guidelines for the authorization of recognized security organizations acting on behalf of the administration and/or designated authority of a Contracting GovernmentMSC/FSI 

IMO body MSC/FSI

The amendments shows additions or changes to MSC.1/Circ.1371

No.

InstrumentNameIMO bodyRemarks
555MSC/Circ.1074Interim guidelines for the authorization of recognized security organizations acting on behalf of the administration and/or designated authority of a Contracting GovernmentMSC/FSI 
 MSC.1/Circ.1374Information on prohibiting the use of asbestos on board shipsMSC/FSI 

 

IMO body MSC/MEPC

No.InstrumentNameIMO bodyRemarks
522A.719(17)Prevention of air pollution from shipsMSC/MEPC 
575MSC-MEPC.1/Circ.2Guidelines on the organization and method of work of the MSC, MEPC and their subsidiary bodiesMSC/MEPCRevokes MSC-MEPC.1/Circ.1
576MSC-MEPC.2/Circ.7Provision of information in respect of products carried in accordance with the requirements of MARPOL Annex II and the IBC CodeMSC/MEPC 
577MSC-MEPC.3/Circ.3Revised harmonized reporting procedures - Reports required under SOLAS regulation I/21 and MARPOL 73/78, articles 8 and 12MSC/MEPCSupersedes MSC-MEPC.3/Circ.1
578MSC-MEPC.4/Circ.2Code of good practice for port State control officersMSC/MEPC 
579MSC-MEPC.4/Circ.3Blanking of bilge discharge piping systems in portMSC/MEPC 
580MSC-MEPC.5/Circ.4Unified interpretation of the application of regulations governed by the building contract date, the keel laying date and the delivery date for the requirements of the SOLAS and MARPOL ConventionsMSC/MEPC 
581MSC-MEPC.7/Circ.5Guidelines for operational implementation of the International Safety Management (ISM) Code by CompaniesMSC/MEPC 
582MSC-MEPC.7/Circ.6Qualification, training and experience necessary for undertaking the role of designated person under the provisions of the International Safety Management (ISM) CodeMSC/MEPC 
583MSC-MEPC.7/Circ.7Guidance on near-miss reportingMSC/MEPC 

IMO body MSC/MEPC

The amendments shows additions or changes to MSC.1/Circ.1371

No.InstrumentNameIMO bodyRemarks
522A.719(17)Prevention of air pollution from shipsMSC/MEPC 
575

DELETED

MSC-MEPC.1/Circ.2

 

Guidelines on the organization and method of work of the MSC, MEPC and their subsidiary bodies

 

MSC/MEPC

See MSC-MEPC.1/Circ.4

Revokes MSC-MEPC.1/Circ.1

576MSC-MEPC.2/Circ.7Provision of information in respect of products carried in accordance with the requirements of MARPOL Annex II and the IBC CodeMSC/MEPC 
577MSC-MEPC.3/Circ.3Revised harmonized reporting procedures - Reports required under SOLAS regulation I/21 and MARPOL 73/78, articles 8 and 12MSC/MEPCSupersedes MSC-MEPC.3/Circ.1
578MSC-MEPC.4/Circ.2Code of good practice for port State control officersMSC/MEPC 
579MSC-MEPC.4/Circ.3Blanking of bilge discharge piping systems in portMSC/MEPC 
580MSC-MEPC.5/Circ.4Unified interpretation of the application of regulations governed by the building contract date, the keel laying date and the delivery date for the requirements of the SOLAS and MARPOL ConventionsMSC/MEPC 
581MSC-MEPC.7/Circ.5Guidelines for operational implementation of the International Safety Management (ISM) Code by CompaniesMSC/MEPC 
582MSC-MEPC.7/Circ.6Qualification, training and experience necessary for undertaking the role of designated person under the provisions of the International Safety Management (ISM) CodeMSC/MEPC 
583MSC-MEPC.7/Circ.7Guidance on near-miss reportingMSC/MEPC 
 MSC-MEPC.1/Circ.4Guidelines on the organization and method of work of the MSC, MEPC andtheir subsidiary bodiesMSC/MEPCSupersedes MSC-MEPC.1/Circ.2

 

 

IMO body MSC/MEPC

The amendments shows additions or changes to MSC.1/Circ.1371

InstrumentNameIMO bodyRemarks
A.719(17)Prevention of air pollution from shipsMSC/MEPC 
MSC-MEPC.2/Circ.7Provision of information in respect of products carried in accordance with the requirements of MARPOL Annex II and the IBC CodeMSC/MEPC 
MSC-MEPC.3/Circ.3Revised harmonized reporting procedures - Reports required under SOLAS regulation I/21 and MARPOL 73/78, articles 8 and 12MSC/MEPCSupersedes MSC-MEPC.3/Circ.1
MSC-MEPC.4/Circ.2Code of good practice for port State control officersMSC/MEPC 
MSC-MEPC.4/Circ.3Blanking of bilge discharge piping systems in portMSC/MEPC 
MSC-MEPC.5/Circ.4Unified interpretation of the application of regulations governed by the building contract date, the keel laying date and the delivery date for the requirements of the SOLAS and MARPOL ConventionsMSC/MEPC 
MSC-MEPC.5/Circ.5Unified Interpretation on measurement of distancesMSC/MEPC 
MSC-MEPC.7/Circ.5Guidelines for operational implementation of the International Safety Management (ISM) Code by CompaniesMSC/MEPC 
MSC-MEPC.7/Circ.6Qualification, training and experience necessary for undertaking the role of designated person under the provisions of the International Safety Management (ISM) CodeMSC/MEPC 
MSC-MEPC.7/Circ.7Guidance on near-miss reportingMSC/MEPC 
 MSC-MEPC.1/Circ.4Guidelines on the organization and method of work of the MSC, MEPC and
their subsidiary bodies
MSC/MEPCSupersedes MSC-MEPC.1/Circ.2

 

 

IMO body MSC/NAV

 InstrumentNameIMO bodyRemarks
MSC.1/Circ.1375Unified interpretation of SOLAS regulation V/23MSC/NAV 

IMO body MSC/NAV

 InstrumentNameIMO bodyRemarks
MSC.1/Circ.1375/Rev.1Unified interpretation of SOLAS regulation V/23MSC/NAV Revokes MSC.1/Circ.1375

IMO body MSC/STW

No.InstrumentNameIMO bodyRemarks
556MSC/Circ.1112Shore leave and access to ships under the ISPS CodeMSC/STW 
557MSC/Circ.1154Guidelines on training and certification for company security officersMSC/STW 
558MSC.1/Circ.1188Guidelines on the training and certification for port facility security officersMSC/STW 

IMO body MSC/STW

The amendments shows additions or changes to MSC.1/Circ.1371

No.InstrumentNameIMO bodyRemarks
556MSC/Circ.1112Shore leave and access to ships under the ISPS CodeMSC/STW 
557MSC/Circ.1154Guidelines on training and certification for company security officersMSC/STW 
558MSC.1/Circ.1188Guidelines on the training and certification for port facility security officersMSC/STW 
 MSC.1/Circ.797/Rev.21List of competent persons maintained by the Secretary-General pursuant tosection A-I/7 of the STCW CodeMSC/STW 
 MSC.1/Circ.1163/Rev.7Parties to the International Convention on Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping for Seafarers (STCW), 1978, as amended, confirmed by the Maritime Safety Committee to have communicated information which demonstrates that full and complete effect is given to the relevant provisions of the ConventionMSC/STW 
 MSC.1/Circ.1164/Rev.9Promulgation of information related to reports of independent evaluation submitted by Parties to the International Convention on Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping for Seafarers (STCW), 1978, as amended, confirmed by the Maritime Safety Committee to have communicated information which demonstrates that Parties are giving full and complete effect to the relevant provisions of the ConventionMSC/STW 

 

 

IMO body MSC/STW

The amendments shows additions or changes to MSC.1/Circ.1371

InstrumentNameIMO bodyRemarks
MSC/Circ.1112Shore leave and access to ships under the ISPS CodeMSC/STW 
MSC/Circ.1154Guidelines on training and certification for company security officersMSC/STW 
MSC.1/Circ.1188Guidelines on the training and certification for port facility security officersMSC/STW 
 MSC.1/Circ.797/Rev.22List of competent persons maintained by the Secretary-General pursuant to
section A-I/7 of the STCW Code
MSC/STW 
 MSC.1/Circ.1163/Rev.7Parties to the International Convention on Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping for Seafarers (STCW), 1978, as amended, confirmed by the Maritime Safety Committee to have communicated information which demonstrates that full and complete effect is given to the relevant provisions of the ConventionMSC/STW 
 MSC.1/Circ.1164/Rev.10Promulgation of information related to reports of independent evaluation submitted by Parties to the International Convention on Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping for Seafarers (STCW), 1978, as amended, confirmed by the Maritime Safety Committee to have communicated information which demonstrates that Parties are giving full and complete effect to the relevant provisions of the ConventionMSC/STW 

 

 

IMO body NAV

No.InstrumentNameIMO bodyRemarks
585A.95(IV)Weather messages in oceanic areasNAV 
586A.157(ES.IV)Recommendation on the use and testing of shipborne navigational equipmentNAV 
587A.224(VII)Performance standards for echo-sounding equipmentNAVNow in MSC.74(69) (annex 4), but still in force for equipment installed before 1 January 2001
588A.278(VIII)Supplement to the recommendation on performance standards for navigational radar equipmentNAV 
589A.342(IX)Recommendation on performance standards for automatic pilotsNAVNow in MSC.64(67) (annex 3), but still in force for equipment installed before 1 January 1999
590A.343(IX)Recommendation on methods of measuring noise levels at listening postsNAV 
591A.382(X)Magnetic compasses: carriage and performance standards (Annex I is incorporated in SOLAS regulation V/12(b))NAV 
592A.384(X)Performance standards for radar reflectorsNAV 
593A.422(XI)Performance standards for automatic radar plotting aids (ARPA)NAV 
594A.424(XI)Performance standards for gyro-compassesNAVA.280(VIII) overtaken by time
595A.477(XII)Performance standards for radar equipmentNAVNow in MSC.192(79), but still in force for equipment installed between 1 September 1994 and 31 December 1998
596A.478(XII)Performance standards for devices to indicate speed and distanceNAVNow in A.824(19), but still in force for equipment installed before 1 January 1997
597A.480(XII)Recommendation on the use of adequately qualified deep-sea pilots in the BalticNAV 
598A.487(XII)Participation in the AMVER systemNAV 
599A.526(13)Performance standards for rate-of-turn indicators (ROTI)NAV 
600A.528(13)Recommendation on weather routeingNAV 
601A.572(14)General Provisions on Ships' Routeing, as amended by MSC.71(69), MSC.165(78), SN/Circ.115, SN/Circ.119, SN/Circ.127, SN/Circ.176, SN/Circ.185, SN/Circ.199, SN/Circ.215, SN/Circ.237, SN/Circ.241 and SN.1/Circ.275 (MSC.280(85))NAV 
602A.601(15)Provision and display of manoeuvring information on board shipsNAV 
603A.615(15)Radar beacons and transpondersNAVSN/Circ.87 and SN/Circ.154 overtaken by time
604A.671(16)Safety zones and safety of navigation around offshore installations and structuresNAV 
605A.672(16)Guidelines and standards for the removal of offshore installations and structures on the continental shelf and in the exclusive economic zoneNAV 
606A.708(17)Navigation bridge visibility and functionsNAV 
607A.795(19)Navigational guidance and information scheme for ro-ro ferry operationsNAV 
608A.796(19)Recommendations on a decision-support system for masters on passenger shipsNAV 
609A.813(19)General requirements for electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) for all electrical and electronic ship's equipmentNAV 
610A.817(19)Performance standards for electronic chart display and information systems (ECDIS)NAVNow in MSC.232(82), but still in force for equipment installed before 1 January 1999
611MSC.232(82)The revised performance standards for electronic chart display and information system (ECDIS)NAVInstalled on or after 1 January 2009
612A.818(19)Performance standards for shipborne LORAN-C and CHAYKA receiversNAV 
613A.819(19)Performance standards for shipborne global positioning system (GPS) receiver equipmentNAVNow in MSC.112(73), but still in force for equipment installed before 1 July 2003
614A.820(19)Performance standards for navigational radar equipment for high-speed craftNAVNow in MSC.192(79), but still in force for equipment installed before 1 July 2008
615A.821(19)Performance standards for gyro-compass for high-speed craftNAV 
616A.822(19)Performance standards for automatic steering aids (automatic pilots) for high-speed craftNAV 
617A.823(19)Performance standards for automatic radar plotting aids (ARPAs)NAVNow in MSC.192(79), but still in force for equipment installed between 1 January 1997 and 1 July 2008
618A.824(19)Performance standards for devices to indicate speed and distanceNAV1) Now in MSC.96(72), but still in force for equipment installed between 1 January 1997 and 1 July 2002;
2) Refer to remarks on A.478(XII).
619A.857(20)Guidelines for vessel traffic servicesNAV 
620A.858(20)Procedure for the adoption and amendment of traffic separation schemes, routeing measures other than traffic separation schemes, including designation and substitution of archipelagic sea lanes, and ship reporting systemsNAV 
621A.861(20)Performance standards for shipborne voyage data recorders (VDRs), as amended by MSC.214(81)NAV 
622A.889(21)Pilot transfer arrangementsNAVCurrently under review
623A.893(21)Guidelines for voyage planningNAV 
624A.915(22)Revised maritime policy and requirements for a future Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS)NAV 
625A.916(22)Guidelines for the recording of events related to navigationNAV 
626A.949(23)Guidelines on places of refuge for ships in need of assistanceNAV 
627A.950(23)Maritime assistance services (MAS)NAV
628A.953(23)World-wide radionavigation systemNAV Revokes A.529(13) and A.815(19)
629A.954(23)Proper use of VHF channels at sea (Revokes A.474(12))NAV 
630A.956(23)Amendments to the guidelines for the onboard operational use of shipborne automatic identification systems (AIS) (resolution A.917(22))NAV 
631A.958(23)Provision of hydrographic servicesNAVRevokes A.532(13)
632A.960(23)Recommendations on training and certification and operational procedures for maritime pilots other than deep-sea pilotsNAVRevokes A.485(XII)
633A.999(25)Guidelines on voyage planning for passenger ships operating in remote areasNAV 
634MSC.43(64)Guidelines and criteria for ship reporting systems, as amended by MSC.111(73) and MSC.189(79)NAV 
635MSC.53(66)Performance standards for shipborne GLONASS receiver equipmentNAVNow in MSC.113(73), but still in force for equipment installed before 1 July 2003
636MSC.64(67)Recommendations on new and amended performance standards for integrated bridge systems (IBS) (annex 1), for shipborne DGPS and DGLONASS maritime radio beacon receiver equipment (annex 2), for heading control systems (annex 3), for radar equipment (annex 4)NAVAnnex 1: It would become obsolete after the adoption of the Guidelines for bridge equipment and systems, their arrangement and integration
Annex 2: Now in MSC.114(73), but still in force for equipment installed before 1 July 2003
Annex 4: Now in MSC.192(79), but still in force for equipment installed between 1 January 1999 and July 2008
637MSC.74(69)New and amended performance standardsNAV1) Annex 1: Now in MSC.115(73), but still in force for equipment installed before 1 July 2003
2) Refer to remarks on A.224(VII)
638MSC.86(70)New and amended performance standards for navigational equipment, for Sound reception system (annex 1), for Magnetic heading devices (TMHDs) (annex 2) and for Integrated Navigation System (INS) (annex 3)NAVAnnex 3: Now in MSC.252(83), but still in force for equipment installed before 1 January 2011
639MSC.252(83)Revised performance standards for Integrated Navigation Systems (INS)NAV1) Installed on or after 1 January 2011
2) Refer to remarks on MSC.86(70)
640MSC.94(72)Performance standards for night vision equipment for high-speed craft (HSC)NAV 
641MSC.95(72)Performance standards for daylight signalling lampsNAV 
642MSC.96(72)Amendments to Performance standards for devices to indicate speed and distanceNAV 
643MSC.112(73)Revised performance standards for shipborne global positioning system (GPS) receiver equipmentNAVRefer to remarks on A.819(19)
644MSC.113(73)Revised performance standards for shipborne GLONASS receiver equipmentNAVRefer to remarks on MSC.53(66)
645MSC.114(73)Revised performance standards for shipborne DGPS and DGLONASS maritime
radio beacon receiver equipment
NAVRefer to remarks on MSC.64(67)
646MSC.115(73)Revised performance standards for shipborne combined GPS/GLONASS receiver equipmentNAVRefer to remarks on MSC.74(69)
647MSC.116(73)Performance standards for marine transmitting heading devices (THDs)NAV 
648MSC.128(75)Performance standards for a bridge navigational watch alarm systems (BNWAS)NAV 
649MSC.140(76)Recommendation for the protection of the AIS VHF data linkNAV 
650MSC.163(78)Performance standards for shipborne Simplified Voyage Data Recorders (S-VDRs), as amended by MSC.214(81)NAV 
651MSC.164(78)Revised performance standards for radar reflectorsNAV 
652MSC.166(78)Application of performance standards for Transmitting Heading Devices (THDs) to Marine Transmitting Magnetic Heading Devices (TMHD)NAV 
653MSC.191(79)Performance Standards for the Presentation of Navigation-related Information on Shipborne Navigational DisplaysNAV 
654MSC.192(79)Revised Performance Standards for Radar EquipmentNAVRefer to remarks on A.477(XII), A.820(19) and MSC.64(67)
655MSC.210(81)Performance Standards and Functional Requirements for the Long Range Identification and Tracking of ships as amended by MSC.254(83)NAV 
656MSC.233(82)Performance standards for shipborne Galileo receiver equipmentNAV 
657MSC.253(83)Adoption of Performance standards for navigation lights, navigation light controllers and associated equipmentNAV 
658MSC/Circ.538Information on AMVER serviceNAV 
659MSC/Circ.586World VTS GuideNAV 
660MSC/Circ.638Maintaining a proper look-outNAV 
661MSC/Circ.673Onboard communication phrases for passenger careNAV 
662MSC/Circ.773Pilot transfer arrangements. Required boarding arrangements for pilots.NAV 
663MSC/Circ.867Officer of the navigational watch acting as the sole look-out during period of darknessNAV 
664MSC/Circ.893Navigational warning concerning operations endangering the safety of navigationNAV 
665MSC/Circ.952IALA standards for training and certification of vessel traffic service (VTS) personnelNAV 
666MSC/Circ.1024Guidelines on Voyage Data Recorder (VDR) ownership and recoveryNAV 
667MSC/Circ.1043Guidance on ships' daily reporting of their positions to their companiesNAV 
668MSC/Circ.1056
MEPC/Circ.399
Guidelines for ships operating in Arctic ice-covered watersNAV 
669MSC/Circ.1060Guidance note on the preparation of proposals on ships' routeing systems and ship reporting systems for submission to the Sub-Committee on Safety of NavigationNAV 
670MSC/Circ.1060/Add.1Amendment to the Guidance note on the preparation of proposals on ships' routeing systems and ship reporting systems for submission to the Sub-Committee on Safety of NavigationNAV 
671MSC/Circ.1061Guidance for the operational use of Integrated Bridge Systems (IBS)NAV 
672MSC/Circ.1063Participation of ships in weather routeing servicesNAV 
673MSC/Circ.1118Implementation of SOLAS regulation V/9 - Hydrographic servicesNAV 
674MSC/Circ.1144Additional guidance for the uniform application of rule 1(e) of the International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea, 1972, as amendedNAV 
675MSC/Circ.1174Basic safety guidance for oceanic voyages by non-regulated craftNAV 
676MSC/Circ.1179Deficiencies in hydrographic surveying and nautical charting worldwide and their impact on safety of navigation and protection of the marine environmentNAV 
677MSC.1/Circ.1222Guidelines on annual testing of voyage data recorders (VDR) and simplified voyage data recorders (S-VDR)NAV 
678MSC.1/Circ.1224Unified interpretations of SOLAS chapter VNAV 
679MSC.1/Circ.1225Navigational Warnings concerning operations endangering the Safety of NavigationNAV 
680MSC.1/Circ.1250Safety margins to protect radar systemsNAV 
681MSC.1/Circ.1260Unified interpretations of COLREGsNAV 
682MSC.1/Circ.1261Prevention of maritime accidents due to driftwoodNAV 
683MSC.1/Circ.1280Night-time look-out - photochromic lenses and dark adaptationNAV 
684MSC.1/Circ.1293Participation in the World Meteorological Organization Voluntary Observing Ships' (VOS) SchemeNAVSupersedes MSC/Circ.1017
685SN/Circ.99Carriage of up-to-date chartsNAV 
686SN/Circ.105IALA buoyage systemNAV 
687SN/Circ.107Maritime buoyage systemNAVNote: Reference in SOLAS regulation V/13
688SN/Circ.157Warning on using non-equivalent electronic chartsNAV 
689SN/Circ.177Use of "not under command" (NUC) signalsNAV 
690SN/Circ.181Compliance with ships' routeing measuresNAV 
691SN/Circ.182Recognition of GPS-SPS as a component of the World-Wide Radionavigation SystemNAV 
692SN/Circ.189Marking of seismic streamersNAV 
693SN/Circ.197
and Corr.1
Operation of marine radar for SART detectionNAV 
694SN/Circ.206
and Corr.1
Guidance for ships transiting archipelagic watersNAV 
695SN/Circ.207/Rev.1Differences between RCDS and ECDISNAV 
696SN/Circ.213Guidance on chart datums and the accuracy of positions on chartsNAV 
697SN/Circ.223Information and Guidance on allocation of identification numbers for Differential Global Navigation Satellite System (DGNSS) reference and transmitting stations in the Maritime Radionavigation (RADIOBEACON) BandNAV 
698SN/Circ.226Dangers of conflicting actions in collision avoidanceNAV 
699SN/Circ.227Guidelines for the installation of a shipborne Automatic Identification System (AIS), as amended by SN/Circ.245NAV 
700SN.1/Circ.227/Corr.1Guidelines for the installation of a shipborne Automatic Identification System (AIS)NAV 
701SN/Circ.236Guidance on the application of AIS binary messagesNAV 
702SN/Circ.242Mandatory ship reporting systemsNAV 
703SN/Circ.243Guidelines for the presentation of navigation-related symbols, terms and abbreviationsNAVSN/Circ.217 overtaken by time
704SN.1/Circ.243/Add.1Guidelines for the presentation of navigation-related symbols, terms and abbreviationsNAVMSC/Circ.563 overtaken by time 
705SN/Circ.246Recommended means for extracting stored data from Voyage Data Recorders (VDRs) and Simplified Voyage Data Recorders (S-VDRs) for Investigation authoritiesNAV 
706SN.1/Circ.255Additional guidance on chart datums and the Accuracy of positions on chartNAV 
707SN.1/Circ.259Emergency wreck marking buoyNAV 
708SN.1/Circ.265Guidelines on the application of SOLAS regulation V/15 to INS, IBS and bridge designNAV 
709SN.1/Circ.266Maintenance of Electronic Chart Display and Information System (ECDIS) softwareNAV 
710SN.1/Circ.271Guidelines for the installation of shipborne radar equipmentNAV 
711SN.1/Circ.274Guidelines for the application of the modular concept to performance standardsNAV 
712SN.1/Circ.276Transitioning from paper chart to electronic chart display and information systems (ECDIS) navigationNAV 
713SN.1/Circ.277International ice patrol service - 2009NAV 
714SN.1/Circ.277/Add.1Amendments - International ice patrol service - 2009NAV 

IMO body NAV

The amendments shows additions or changes to MSC.1/Circ.1371

No.InstrumentNameIMO bodyRemarks
585A.95(IV)Weather messages in oceanic areasNAV 
586A.157(ES.IV)Recommendation on the use and testing of shipborne navigational equipmentNAV 
587A.224(VII)Performance standards for echo-sounding equipmentNAVNow in MSC.74(69) (annex 4), but still in force for equipment installed before 1 January 2001
588A.278(VIII)Supplement to the recommendation on performance standards for navigational radar equipmentNAV 
589A.342(IX)Recommendation on performance standards for automatic pilotsNAVNow in MSC.64(67) (annex 3), but still in force for equipment installed before 1 January 1999
590A.343(IX)Recommendation on methods of measuring noise levels at listening postsNAV 
591A.382(X)Magnetic compasses: carriage and performance standards (Annex I is incorporated in SOLAS regulation V/12(b))NAV 
592A.384(X)Performance standards for radar reflectorsNAV 
593A.422(XI)Performance standards for automatic radar plotting aids (ARPA)NAV 
594A.424(XI)Performance standards for gyro-compassesNAVA.280(VIII) overtaken by time
595A.477(XII)Performance standards for radar equipmentNAVNow in MSC.192(79), but still in force for equipment installed between 1 September 1994 and 31 December 1998
596A.478(XII)Performance standards for devices to indicate speed and distanceNAVNow in A.824(19), but still in force for equipment installed before 1 January 1997
597A.480(XII)Recommendation on the use of adequately qualified deep-sea pilots in the BalticNAV 
598A.487(XII)Participation in the AMVER systemNAV 
599A.526(13)Performance standards for rate-of-turn indicators (ROTI)NAV 
600A.528(13)Recommendation on weather routeingNAV 
601A.572(14)General Provisions on Ships' Routeing, as amended by MSC.71(69), MSC.165(78), SN/Circ.115, SN/Circ.119, SN/Circ.127, SN/Circ.176, SN/Circ.185, SN/Circ.199, SN/Circ.215, SN/Circ.237, SN/Circ.241 and SN.1/Circ.275 (MSC.280(85))NAV 
602A.601(15)Provision and display of manoeuvring information on board shipsNAV 
603A.615(15)Radar beacons and transpondersNAVSN/Circ.87 and SN/Circ.154 overtaken by time
604A.671(16)Safety zones and safety of navigation around offshore installations and structuresNAV 
605A.672(16)Guidelines and standards for the removal of offshore installations and structures on the continental shelf and in the exclusive economic zoneNAV 
606A.708(17)Navigation bridge visibility and functionsNAV 
607A.795(19)Navigational guidance and information scheme for ro-ro ferry operationsNAV 
608A.796(19)Recommendations on a decision-support system for masters on passenger shipsNAV 
609A.813(19)General requirements for electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) for all electrical and electronic ship's equipmentNAV 
610A.817(19)Performance standards for electronic chart display and information systems (ECDIS)NAVNow in MSC.232(82), but still in force for equipment installed before 1 January 1999
611MSC.232(82)The revised performance standards for electronic chart display and information system (ECDIS)NAVInstalled on or after 1 January 2009
612A.818(19)Performance standards for shipborne LORAN-C and CHAYKA receiversNAV 
613A.819(19)Performance standards for shipborne global positioning system (GPS) receiver equipmentNAVNow in MSC.112(73), but still in force for equipment installed before 1 July 2003
614A.820(19)Performance standards for navigational radar equipment for high-speed craftNAVNow in MSC.192(79), but still in force for equipment installed before 1 July 2008
615A.821(19)Performance standards for gyro-compass for high-speed craftNAV 
616A.822(19)Performance standards for automatic steering aids (automatic pilots) for high-speed craftNAV 
617A.823(19)Performance standards for automatic radar plotting aids (ARPAs)NAVNow in MSC.192(79), but still in force for equipment installed between 1 January 1997 and 1 July 2008
618A.824(19)Performance standards for devices to indicate speed and distanceNAV1) Now in MSC.96(72), but still in force for equipment installed between 1 January 1997 and 1 July 2002;
2) Refer to remarks on A.478(XII).
619A.857(20)Guidelines for vessel traffic servicesNAV 
620A.858(20)Procedure for the adoption and amendment of traffic separation schemes, routeing measures other than traffic separation schemes, including designation and substitution of archipelagic sea lanes, and ship reporting systemsNAV 
621A.861(20)Performance standards for shipborne voyage data recorders (VDRs), as amended by MSC.214(81)NAV 
622A.889(21)Pilot transfer arrangementsNAVCurrently under review
623A.893(21)Guidelines for voyage planningNAV 
624A.915(22)Revised maritime policy and requirements for a future Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS)NAV 
625A.916(22)Guidelines for the recording of events related to navigationNAV 
626A.949(23)Guidelines on places of refuge for ships in need of assistanceNAV 
627A.950(23)Maritime assistance services (MAS)NAV
628A.953(23)World-wide radionavigation systemNAV Revokes A.529(13) and A.815(19)
629A.954(23)Proper use of VHF channels at sea (Revokes A.474(12))NAV 
630

DELETED

A.956(23)

 

Amendments to the guidelines for the onboard operational use of shipborne automatic identification systems (AIS) (resolution A.917(22))

 

NAV

Deleted due to duplication on the list. See item A.917(22)
631A.958(23)Provision of hydrographic servicesNAVRevokes A.532(13)
632A.960(23)Recommendations on training and certification and operational procedures for maritime pilots other than deep-sea pilotsNAVRevokes A.485(XII)
633A.999(25)Guidelines on voyage planning for passenger ships operating in remote areasNAV 
634MSC.43(64)Guidelines and criteria for ship reporting systems, as amended by MSC.111(73) and MSC.189(79)NAV 
635MSC.53(66)Performance standards for shipborne GLONASS receiver equipmentNAVNow in MSC.113(73), but still in force for equipment installed before 1 July 2003
636MSC.64(67)Recommendations on new and amended performance standards for integrated bridge systems (IBS) (annex 1), for shipborne DGPS and DGLONASS maritime radio beacon receiver equipment (annex 2), for heading control systems (annex 3), for radar equipment (annex 4)NAV

Annex 1: Superseded by SN.1/Circ.288Annex 2: Now in MSC.114(73), but still in force for equipment installed before 1 July 2003 Annex 4: Now in MSC.192(79), but still in force for equipment installed between 1 January 1999 and July 2008

637MSC.74(69)New and amended performance standardsNAV1) Annex 1: Now in MSC.115(73), but still in force for equipment installed before 1 July 2003
2) Refer to remarks on A.224(VII)
638MSC.86(70)New and amended performance standards for navigational equipment, for Sound reception system (annex 1), for Magnetic heading devices (TMHDs) (annex 2) and for Integrated Navigation System (INS) (annex 3)NAVAnnex 3: Now in MSC.252(83), but still in force for equipment installed before 1 January 2011
639MSC.252(83)Revised performance standards for Integrated Navigation Systems (INS)NAV1) Installed on or after 1 January 2011
2) Refer to remarks on MSC.86(70)
640MSC.94(72)Performance standards for night vision equipment for high-speed craft (HSC)NAV 
641MSC.95(72)Performance standards for daylight signalling lampsNAV 
642MSC.96(72)Amendments to Performance standards for devices to indicate speed and distanceNAV 
643MSC.112(73)Revised performance standards for shipborne global positioning system (GPS) receiver equipmentNAVRefer to remarks on A.819(19)
644MSC.113(73)Revised performance standards for shipborne GLONASS receiver equipmentNAVRefer to remarks on MSC.53(66)
645MSC.114(73)Revised performance standards for shipborne DGPS and DGLONASS maritime
radio beacon receiver equipment
NAVRefer to remarks on MSC.64(67)
646MSC.115(73)Revised performance standards for shipborne combined GPS/GLONASS receiver equipmentNAVRefer to remarks on MSC.74(69)
647MSC.116(73)Performance standards for marine transmitting heading devices (THDs)NAV 
648MSC.128(75)Performance standards for a bridge navigational watch alarm systems (BNWAS)NAV 
649MSC.140(76)Recommendation for the protection of the AIS VHF data linkNAV 
650MSC.163(78)Performance standards for shipborne Simplified Voyage Data Recorders (S-VDRs), as amended by MSC.214(81)NAV 
651MSC.164(78)Revised performance standards for radar reflectorsNAV 
652MSC.166(78)Application of performance standards for Transmitting Heading Devices (THDs) to Marine Transmitting Magnetic Heading Devices (TMHD)NAV 
653MSC.191(79)Performance Standards for the Presentation of Navigation-related Information on Shipborne Navigational DisplaysNAV 
654MSC.192(79)Revised Performance Standards for Radar EquipmentNAVRefer to remarks on A.477(XII), A.820(19) and MSC.64(67)
655MSC.210(81)Performance Standards and Functional Requirements for the Long Range Identification and Tracking of ships as amended by MSC.254(83)NAV 
656MSC.233(82)Performance standards for shipborne Galileo receiver equipmentNAV 
657MSC.253(83)Adoption of Performance standards for navigation lights, navigation light controllers and associated equipmentNAV 
658MSC/Circ.538Information on AMVER serviceNAV 
659MSC/Circ.586World VTS GuideNAV 
660MSC/Circ.638Maintaining a proper look-outNAV 
661MSC/Circ.673Onboard communication phrases for passenger careNAV 
662MSC/Circ.773Pilot transfer arrangements. Required boarding arrangements for pilots.NAV 
663MSC/Circ.867Officer of the navigational watch acting as the sole look-out during period of darknessNAV 
664MSC/Circ.893Navigational warning concerning operations endangering the safety of navigationNAV 
665MSC/Circ.952IALA standards for training and certification of vessel traffic service (VTS) personnelNAV 
666MSC/Circ.1024Guidelines on Voyage Data Recorder (VDR) ownership and recoveryNAV 
667MSC/Circ.1043Guidance on ships' daily reporting of their positions to their companiesNAV 
668MSC/Circ.1056
MEPC/Circ.399
Guidelines for ships operating in Arctic ice-covered watersNAV 
669MSC/Circ.1060Guidance note on the preparation of proposals on ships' routeing systems and ship reporting systems for submission to the Sub-Committee on Safety of NavigationNAV 
670MSC/Circ.1060/Add.1Amendment to the Guidance note on the preparation of proposals on ships' routeing systems and ship reporting systems for submission to the Sub-Committee on Safety of NavigationNAV 
671MSC/Circ.1061Guidance for the operational use of Integrated Bridge Systems (IBS)NAV 
672MSC/Circ.1063Participation of ships in weather routeing servicesNAV 
673MSC/Circ.1118Implementation of SOLAS regulation V/9 - Hydrographic servicesNAV 
674MSC/Circ.1144Additional guidance for the uniform application of rule 1(e) of the International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea, 1972, as amendedNAV 
675MSC/Circ.1174Basic safety guidance for oceanic voyages by non-regulated craftNAV 
676MSC/Circ.1179Deficiencies in hydrographic surveying and nautical charting worldwide and their impact on safety of navigation and protection of the marine environmentNAV 
677MSC.1/Circ.1222Guidelines on annual testing of voyage data recorders (VDR) and simplified voyage data recorders (S-VDR)NAV 
678MSC.1/Circ.1224Unified interpretations of SOLAS chapter VNAV 
679MSC.1/Circ.1225Navigational Warnings concerning operations endangering the Safety of NavigationNAV 
680MSC.1/Circ.1250Safety margins to protect radar systemsNAV 
681MSC.1/Circ.1260Unified interpretations of COLREGsNAV 
682MSC.1/Circ.1261Prevention of maritime accidents due to driftwoodNAV 
683MSC.1/Circ.1280Night-time look-out - photochromic lenses and dark adaptationNAV 
684MSC.1/Circ.1293Participation in the World Meteorological Organization Voluntary Observing Ships' (VOS) SchemeNAVSupersedes MSC/Circ.1017
685SN/Circ.99Carriage of up-to-date chartsNAV 
686

DELETED

SN/Circ.105

 

IALA buoyage system

 

NAV

See SN.1/Circ.297
687

DELETED

SN/Circ.107

 

Maritime buoyage system

 

NAV

See SN.1/Circ.297

Note: Reference in SOLAS regulation V/13

688SN/Circ.157Warning on using non-equivalent electronic chartsNAV 
689SN/Circ.177Use of "not under command" (NUC) signalsNAV 
690SN/Circ.181Compliance with ships' routeing measuresNAV 
691SN/Circ.182Recognition of GPS-SPS as a component of the World-Wide Radionavigation SystemNAV 
692SN/Circ.189Marking of seismic streamersNAV 
693SN/Circ.197
and Corr.1
Operation of marine radar for SART detectionNAV 
694SN/Circ.206
and Corr.1
Guidance for ships transiting archipelagic watersNAV 
695SN/Circ.207/Rev.1Differences between RCDS and ECDISNAV 
696SN/Circ.213Guidance on chart datums and the accuracy of positions on chartsNAV 
697SN/Circ.223Information and Guidance on allocation of identification numbers for Differential Global Navigation Satellite System (DGNSS) reference and transmitting stations in the Maritime Radionavigation (RADIOBEACON) BandNAV 
698SN/Circ.226Dangers of conflicting actions in collision avoidanceNAV 
699SN/Circ.227Guidelines for the installation of a shipborne Automatic Identification System (AIS), as amended by SN/Circ.245NAV 
700SN.1/Circ.227/Corr.1Guidelines for the installation of a shipborne Automatic Identification System (AIS)NAV 
701SN/Circ.236Guidance on the application of AIS binary messagesNAV 
702SN/Circ.242Mandatory ship reporting systemsNAV 
703SN/Circ.243Guidelines for the presentation of navigation-related symbols, terms and abbreviationsNAVSN/Circ.217 overtaken by time
704SN.1/Circ.243/Add.1Guidelines for the presentation of navigation-related symbols, terms and abbreviationsNAVMSC/Circ.563 overtaken by time 
705SN/Circ.246Recommended means for extracting stored data from Voyage Data Recorders (VDRs) and Simplified Voyage Data Recorders (S-VDRs) for Investigation authoritiesNAV 
706SN.1/Circ.255Additional guidance on chart datums and the Accuracy of positions on chartNAV 
707

DELETED

SN.1/Circ.259

 

Emergency wreck marking buoy

 

NAV

See SN.1/Circ.297
708SN.1/Circ.265Guidelines on the application of SOLAS regulation V/15 to INS, IBS and bridge designNAV 
709SN.1/Circ.266/Rev1Maintenance of Electronic Chart Display and Information System (ECDIS) softwareNAV 
710SN.1/Circ.271Guidelines for the installation of shipborne radar equipmentNAV 
711SN.1/Circ.274Guidelines for the application of the modular concept to performance standardsNAV 
712SN.1/Circ.276Transitioning from paper chart to electronic chart display and information systems (ECDIS) navigationNAV 
713SN.1/Circ.277International ice patrol service - 2009NAV 
714SN.1/Circ.277/Add.1Amendments - International ice patrol service - 2009NAV 
 MSC.302(87)Performance standards for bridge alert managementNAV 
 MSC.1/Circ.1349High Speed Craft (HSC) Compliance with the provisions of SOLASregulations V/18 to 20 and chapter 13 of the 2000 High-Speed Craft CodeNAV 
 MSC.1/Circ.1350Unified Interpretations of SOLAS regulation VNAVRegulation V/22.1.6 – Navigation bridge visibility
 MSC.1/Circ.1389Guidance on procedures for updating shipborne navigation and communication equipmentNAV 
 MSC.1/Circ.1391Operating anomalies identified within ECDISNAV 
 SN.1/Circ.288Guidelines for bridge equipment and systems, their arrangement and integrationNAVSupersedes resolution MSC.64(67), Annex 1 on the Recommendation on performance standards for integrated bridge systems (IBS)
 SN.1/Circ.289Guidance on the use of AIS Application-Specific MessagesNAVRevokes SN/Circ.236 as from 1 January 2013
 SN.1/Circ.290Guidance for the presentation and display of AIS Application-Specific Messages informationNAV 
 SN.1/Circ.295Guidelines for safety zones and safety of navigation around offshore installations and structuresNAV 
 SN.1/Circ.296Guidance on degree of risk evaluationNAV 
 SN.1/Circ.297)Revised IALA Maritime Buoyage SystemNAVSupersedes SN/Circ.95, SN/Circ.96, SN/Circ.105,SN/Circ.107, SN/Circ.120 and SN.1/Circ.259

 

 

IMO body NAV

The amendments shows additions or changes to MSC.1/Circ.1371

InstrumentNameIMO bodyRemarks
A.95(IV)Weather messages in oceanic areasNAV 
A.157(ES.IV)Recommendation on the use and testing of shipborne navigational equipmentNAV 
A.224(VII)Performance standards for echo-sounding equipmentNAVNow in MSC.74(69) (annex 4), but still in force for equipment installed before 1 January 2001
A.278(VIII)Supplement to the recommendation on performance standards for navigational radar equipmentNAV 
A.342(IX)Recommendation on performance standards for automatic pilotsNAVNow in MSC.64(67) (annex 3), but still in force for equipment installed before 1 January 1999
A.343(IX)Recommendation on methods of measuring noise levels at listening postsNAV 
A.382(X)Magnetic compasses: carriage and performance standards (Annex I is incorporated in SOLAS regulation V/12(b))NAV 
A.384(X)Performance standards for radar reflectorsNAV 
A.422(XI)Performance standards for automatic radar plotting aids (ARPA)NAV 
A.424(XI)Performance standards for gyro-compassesNAVA.280(VIII) overtaken by time
A.477(XII)Performance standards for radar equipmentNAVNow in MSC.192(79), but still in force for equipment installed between 1 September 1994 and 31 December 1998
A.478(XII)Performance standards for devices to indicate speed and distanceNAVNow in A.824(19), but still in force for equipment installed before 1 January 1997
A.480(XII)Recommendation on the use of adequately qualified deep-sea pilots in the BalticNAV 
A.487(XII)Participation in the AMVER systemNAV 
A.526(13)Performance standards for rate-of-turn indicators (ROTI)NAV 
A.528(13)Recommendation on weather routeingNAV 
A.572(14)General Provisions on Ships' Routeing, as amended by MSC.71(69), MSC.165(78), SN/Circ.115, SN/Circ.119, SN/Circ.127, SN/Circ.176, SN/Circ.185, SN/Circ.199, SN/Circ.215, SN/Circ.237, SN/Circ.241 and SN.1/Circ.275 (MSC.280(85))NAV 
A.601(15)Provision and display of manoeuvring information on board shipsNAV 
A.615(15)Radar beacons and transpondersNAVSN/Circ.87 and SN/Circ.154 overtaken by time
A.671(16)Safety zones and safety of navigation around offshore installations and structuresNAV 
A.672(16)Guidelines and standards for the removal of offshore installations and structures on the continental shelf and in the exclusive economic zoneNAV 
A.708(17)Navigation bridge visibility and functionsNAV 
A.795(19)Navigational guidance and information scheme for ro-ro ferry operationsNAV 
A.796(19)Recommendations on a decision-support system for masters on passenger shipsNAV 
A.813(19)General requirements for electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) for all electrical and electronic ship's equipmentNAV 
A.817(19)Performance standards for electronic chart display and information systems (ECDIS)NAVNow in MSC.232(82), but still in force for equipment installed before 1 January 1999
MSC.232(82)The revised performance standards for electronic chart display and information system (ECDIS)NAVInstalled on or after 1 January 2009
A.818(19)Performance standards for shipborne LORAN-C and CHAYKA receiversNAV 
A.819(19)Performance standards for shipborne global positioning system (GPS) receiver equipmentNAVNow in MSC.112(73), but still in force for equipment installed before 1 July 2003
A.820(19)Performance standards for navigational radar equipment for high-speed craftNAVNow in MSC.192(79), but still in force for equipment installed before 1 July 2008
A.821(19)Performance standards for gyro-compass for high-speed craftNAV 
A.822(19)Performance standards for automatic steering aids (automatic pilots) for high-speed craftNAV 
A.823(19)Performance standards for automatic radar plotting aids (ARPAs)NAVNow in MSC.192(79), but still in force for equipment installed between 1 January 1997 and 1 July 2008
A.824(19)Performance standards for devices to indicate speed and distance, as amended by MSC.96(72) and MSC.334(90)NAV1) Now in MSC.96(72), but still in force for equipment installed between 1 January 1997 and 1 July 2002;
2) Refer to remarks on A.478(XII).
A.857(20)Guidelines for vessel traffic servicesNAV 
A.858(20)Procedure for the adoption and amendment of traffic separation schemes, routeing measures other than traffic separation schemes, including designation and substitution of archipelagic sea lanes, and ship reporting systemsNAV 

DELETED

A.861(20)

 

Performance standards for shipborne voyage data recorders (VDRs), as amended by MSC.214(81)

 

NAV

 Superseded by MSC.333(90)

DELETED

A.889(21)

 

Pilot transfer arrangements

 

NAV

Revoked by A.1045(27)

Currently under review

A.893(21)Guidelines for voyage planningNAV 
A.915(22)Revised maritime policy and requirements for a future Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS)NAV 
A.916(22)Guidelines for the recording of events related to navigationNAV 
A.949(23)Guidelines on places of refuge for ships in need of assistanceNAV 
A.950(23)Maritime assistance services (MAS)NAV

DELETED

A.953(23)

 

World-wide radionavigation system

 

NAV

 Revoked by A.1046(27)

Revokes A.529(13) and A.815(19)

A.954(23)Proper use of VHF channels at sea (Revokes A.474(12))NAV 

A.1045(27)

Pilot transfer arrangements

NAV

Revokes A.889(21)

A.1046(27)

Worldwide Radionavigation System

NAV

Revokes A.953(23)
A.958(23)Provision of hydrographic servicesNAVRevokes A.532(13)
A.960(23)Recommendations on training and certification and operational procedures for maritime pilots other than deep-sea pilotsNAVRevokes A.485(XII)
A.999(25)Guidelines on voyage planning for passenger ships operating in remote areasNAV 
MSC.43(64)Guidelines and criteria for ship reporting systems, as amended by MSC.111(73) and MSC.189(79)NAV 
MSC.53(66)Performance standards for shipborne GLONASS receiver equipmentNAVNow in MSC.113(73), but still in force for equipment installed before 1 July 2003
MSC.64(67)Recommendations on new and amended performance standards for integrated bridge systems (IBS) (annex 1), for shipborne DGPS and DGLONASS maritime radio beacon receiver equipment (annex 2), for heading control systems (annex 3), for radar equipment (annex 4)NAV

Annex 1: Superseded by SN.1/Circ.288
Annex 2: Now in MSC.114(73), but still in force for equipment installed before 1 July 2003
Annex 4: Now in MSC.192(79), but still in force for equipment installed between 1 January 1999 and July 2008

MSC.74(69)New and amended performance standardsNAV1) Annex 1: Now in MSC.115(73), but still in force for equipment installed before 1 July 2003
2) Refer to remarks on A.224(VII)
MSC.86(70)New and amended performance standards for navigational equipment, for Sound reception system (annex 1), for Magnetic heading devices (TMHDs) (annex 2) and for Integrated Navigation System (INS) (annex 3)NAVAnnex 3: Now in MSC.252(83), but still in force for equipment installed before 1 January 2011
MSC.252(83)Revised performance standards for Integrated Navigation Systems (INS)NAV1) Installed on or after 1 January 2011
2) Refer to remarks on MSC.86(70)
MSC.94(72)Performance standards for night vision equipment for high-speed craft (HSC)NAV 
MSC.95(72)Performance standards for daylight signalling lampsNAV 

DELETED

MSC.96(72)

 

Amendments to Performance standards for devices to indicate speed and distance

 

NAV

Deleted due to duplication on the list. See A.824(19)
MSC.112(73)Revised performance standards for shipborne global positioning system (GPS) receiver equipmentNAVRefer to remarks on A.819(19)
MSC.113(73)Revised performance standards for shipborne GLONASS receiver equipmentNAVRefer to remarks on MSC.53(66)
MSC.114(73)Revised performance standards for shipborne DGPS and DGLONASS maritime
radio beacon receiver equipment
NAVRefer to remarks on MSC.64(67)
MSC.115(73)Revised performance standards for shipborne combined GPS/GLONASS receiver equipmentNAVRefer to remarks on MSC.74(69)
MSC.116(73)Performance standards for marine transmitting heading devices (THDs)NAV 
MSC.128(75)Performance standards for a bridge navigational watch alarm systems (BNWAS)NAV 
MSC.140(76)Recommendation for the protection of the AIS VHF data linkNAV 
MSC.163(78)Performance standards for shipborne Simplified Voyage Data Recorders (S-VDRs), as amended by MSC.214(81)NAV 
MSC.164(78)Revised performance standards for radar reflectorsNAV 
MSC.166(78)Application of performance standards for Transmitting Heading Devices (THDs) to Marine Transmitting Magnetic Heading Devices (TMHD)NAV 
MSC.191(79)Performance Standards for the Presentation of Navigation-related Information on Shipborne Navigational DisplaysNAV 
MSC.192(79)Revised Performance Standards for Radar EquipmentNAVRefer to remarks on A.477(XII), A.820(19) and MSC.64(67)
MSC.210(81)Performance Standards and Functional Requirements for the Long Range Identification and Tracking of ships as amended by MSC.254(83)NAV 
MSC.233(82)Performance standards for shipborne Galileo receiver equipmentNAV 
MSC.253(83)Adoption of Performance standards for navigation lights, navigation light controllers and associated equipmentNAV 
MSC.333(90)Revised performance standards for shipborne voyage data recorders(VDRs)NAVSupersedes A.861(20) as amended by MSC.214(81)
MSC/Circ.538Information on AMVER serviceNAV 
MSC/Circ.586World VTS GuideNAV 
MSC/Circ.638Maintaining a proper look-outNAV 
MSC/Circ.673Onboard communication phrases for passenger careNAV 
MSC/Circ.773Pilot transfer arrangements. Required boarding arrangements for pilots.NAV 
MSC/Circ.867Officer of the navigational watch acting as the sole look-out during period of darknessNAV 
MSC/Circ.893Navigational warning concerning operations endangering the safety of navigationNAV 
MSC/Circ.952IALA standards for training and certification of vessel traffic service (VTS) personnelNAV 
MSC/Circ.1024Guidelines on Voyage Data Recorder (VDR) ownership and recoveryNAV 
MSC/Circ.1043Guidance on ships' daily reporting of their positions to their companiesNAV 
MSC/Circ.1056
MEPC/Circ.399
Guidelines for ships operating in Arctic ice-covered watersNAV 
MSC/Circ.1060Guidance note on the preparation of proposals on ships' routeing systems and ship reporting systems for submission to the Sub-Committee on Safety of NavigationNAV 
MSC/Circ.1060/Add.1Amendment to the Guidance note on the preparation of proposals on ships' routeing systems and ship reporting systems for submission to the Sub-Committee on Safety of NavigationNAV 
MSC/Circ.1061Guidance for the operational use of Integrated Bridge Systems (IBS)NAV 
MSC/Circ.1063Participation of ships in weather routeing servicesNAV 
MSC/Circ.1118Implementation of SOLAS regulation V/9 - Hydrographic servicesNAV 
MSC/Circ.1144Additional guidance for the uniform application of rule 1(e) of the International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea, 1972, as amendedNAV 

DELETED

MSC/Circ.1174

 

Basic safety guidance for oceanic voyages by non-regulated craft

 

NAV

 Superseded by MSC.1/Circ.1413
MSC/Circ.1179Deficiencies in hydrographic surveying and nautical charting worldwide and their impact on safety of navigation and protection of the marine environmentNAV 
MSC.1/Circ.1222Guidelines on annual testing of voyage data recorders (VDR) and simplified voyage data recorders (S-VDR)NAV 
MSC.1/Circ.1224Unified interpretations of SOLAS chapter VNAV 
MSC.1/Circ.1225Navigational Warnings concerning operations endangering the Safety of NavigationNAV 
MSC.1/Circ.1250Safety margins to protect radar systemsNAV 
MSC.1/Circ.1260Unified interpretations of COLREGsNAV 
MSC.1/Circ.1261Prevention of maritime accidents due to driftwoodNAV 
MSC.1/Circ.1280Night-time look-out - photochromic lenses and dark adaptationNAV 
MSC.1/Circ.1293Participation in the World Meteorological Organization Voluntary Observing Ships' (VOS) SchemeNAVSupersedes MSC/Circ.1017
MSC.1/Circ.1427Unified Interpretations of COLREG 1972, as amendedNAVAnnex I, sections 9(a)(i) and 10(a)(i)
MSC.1/Circ.1428Pilot transfer arrangementsNAVAmendments to MSC/Circ.568/Rev.1
MSC.1/Circ.1429Clarification of SOLAS regulations V/19.2.3.4 and V/19.2.9.2NAV 
SN/Circ.99Carriage of up-to-date chartsNAV 
SN/Circ.157Warning on using non-equivalent electronic chartsNAV 
SN/Circ.177Use of "not under command" (NUC) signalsNAV 
SN/Circ.181Compliance with ships' routeing measuresNAV 
SN/Circ.182Recognition of GPS-SPS as a component of the World-Wide Radionavigation SystemNAV 
SN/Circ.189Marking of seismic streamersNAV 
SN/Circ.197
and Corr.1
Operation of marine radar for SART detectionNAV 
SN/Circ.206
and Corr.1
Guidance for ships transiting archipelagic watersNAV 
SN/Circ.207/Rev.1Differences between RCDS and ECDISNAV 
SN/Circ.213Guidance on chart datums and the accuracy of positions on chartsNAV 
SN/Circ.223Information and Guidance on allocation of identification numbers for Differential Global Navigation Satellite System (DGNSS) reference and transmitting stations in the Maritime Radionavigation (RADIOBEACON) BandNAV 
SN/Circ.226Dangers of conflicting actions in collision avoidanceNAV 
SN/Circ.227Guidelines for the installation of a shipborne Automatic Identification System (AIS), as amended by SN/Circ.245NAV 
SN.1/Circ.227/Corr.1Guidelines for the installation of a shipborne Automatic Identification System (AIS)NAV 
SN/Circ.236Guidance on the application of AIS binary messagesNAV 
SN/Circ.242Mandatory ship reporting systemsNAV 
SN/Circ.243Guidelines for the presentation of navigation-related symbols, terms and abbreviationsNAVSN/Circ.217 overtaken by time
SN.1/Circ.243/Add.1Guidelines for the presentation of navigation-related symbols, terms and abbreviationsNAVMSC/Circ.563 overtaken by time 
SN/Circ.246Recommended means for extracting stored data from Voyage Data Recorders (VDRs) and Simplified Voyage Data Recorders (S-VDRs) for Investigation authoritiesNAV 
SN.1/Circ.255Additional guidance on chart datums and the Accuracy of positions on chartNAV 
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SN.1/Circ.265Guidelines on the application of SOLAS regulation V/15 to INS, IBS and bridge designNAV 
SN.1/Circ.266/Rev1Maintenance of Electronic Chart Display and Information System (ECDIS) softwareNAV 
SN.1/Circ.271Guidelines for the installation of shipborne radar equipmentNAV 
SN.1/Circ.274Guidelines for the application of the modular concept to performance standardsNAV 
SN.1/Circ.276Transitioning from paper chart to electronic chart display and information systems (ECDIS) navigationNAV 
SN.1/Circ.277International ice patrol service - 2009NAV 
SN.1/Circ.277/Add.1Amendments - International ice patrol service - 2009NAV 
 MSC.302(87)Performance standards for bridge alert managementNAV 
 MSC.1/Circ.1349High Speed Craft (HSC) Compliance with the provisions of SOLAS
regulations V/18 to 20 and chapter 13 of the 2000 High-Speed Craft Code
NAV 
 MSC.1/Circ.1350Unified Interpretations of SOLAS regulation VNAVRegulation V/22.1.6 – Navigation bridge visibility
 MSC.1/Circ.1389Guidance on procedures for updating shipborne navigation and communication equipmentNAV 
 MSC.1/Circ.1391Operating anomalies identified within ECDISNAV 
 SN.1/Circ.288Guidelines for bridge equipment and systems, their arrangement and integrationNAVSupersedes resolution MSC.64(67), Annex 1 on the Recommendation on performance standards for integrated bridge systems (IBS)
 SN.1/Circ.289Guidance on the use of AIS Application-Specific MessagesNAVRevokes SN/Circ.236 as from 1 January 2013
 SN.1/Circ.290Guidance for the presentation and display of AIS Application-Specific Messages informationNAV 
 SN.1/Circ.295Guidelines for safety zones and safety of navigation around offshore installations and structuresNAV 
 SN.1/Circ.296Guidance on degree of risk evaluationNAV 
 SN.1/Circ.297)Revised IALA Maritime Buoyage SystemNAVSupersedes SN/Circ.95, SN/Circ.96, SN/Circ.105,
SN/Circ.107, SN/Circ.120 and SN.1/Circ.259

 

 

IMO body NAV/DE

No.InstrumentNameIMO bodyRemarks
716MSC/Circ.982Guidelines on ergonomic criteria for bridge equipment and layoutNAV/DEMSC/Circ.603 overtaken by time

IMO body NAV/MSC

No.InstrumentNameIMO bodyRemarks
715A.917(22)Guidelines for the onboard operational use of shipborne Automatic Identification Systems (AIS), as amended by resolution A.956(23)NAV/MSC 

IMO body SLF

No.InstrumentNameIMO bodyRemarks
717A.49(III)Approval of the Recommendations of Maritime Safety Committee on stability information for ships carrying grainSLF 
718A.207(VII)Recommendation for an interim simplified criterion for decked fishing vessels under 300 metres in lengthSLF 
719A.208(VII)Recommendation on construction of fishing vessels affecting the vessel's stability and crew safetySLF 
720A.265(VIII)Regulations on subdivision and stability of passenger ships as an equivalent to part B of chapter II of the International Convention for the Safety of Life at Sea, 1960SLF 
721A.266(VIII)Recommendation on a standard method for establishing compliance with the requirements for cross-flooding arrangements in passenger shipsSLF 
722A.267((VIII)Code of practice concerning the accuracy of stability information for fishing vesselsSLF 
723A.269(VIII)Recommendation for skippers of fishing vessels on ensuring a vessel's endurance in conditions of ice formationSLF 
724A.320(IX)Regulation equivalent to regulation 27 of the International Convention on Load Lines, 1966, as amended by resolution A.514(13)SLF 
725A.650(16)An example of alternative intact stability criteria for twin-pontoon column-stabilized semi-submersible unitsSLF 
726A.651(16)An example of alternative stability criteria for a range of positive stability after damage or flooding for column-stabilized semi-submersible unitsSLF 
727A.684(17)Explanatory notes to the SOLAS regulations on subdivision and damage stability of cargo ships of 100 metres in length and overSLF 
728A.685(17)Recommendation on weather criterion for fishing vessels of 24 metres in length and overSLF 
729A.747(18)Application of tonnage measurement of segregated ballast tanks in oil tankersSLF 
730A.749(18)Code on Intact Stability for All Types of Ships Covered by IMO Instruments (IS Code), as amended by MSC.75(69)SLF 
731A.758(18)Application of recommendation 2 of the International Conference on Tonnage Measurement of Ships, 1969SLF 
732A.791(19)Application of the International Convention on Tonnage Measurement of Ships, 1969, to existing shipsSLF 
733MSC.234(82)Recommendations concerning tonnage measurement of open-top containershipsSLFSupersedes TM.5/Circ.4 and section 3 of TM.5/Circ.5
734MSC.245(83)Recommendation on a standard method for evaluating cross-flooding arrangementsSLF 
735MSC.267(85)International Code on Intact Stability, 2008 (Mandatory in the introduction and part A and recommended provisions in part B)SLF 
736MSC.281(85)Explanatory Notes to the SOLAS chapter II-1 subdivision and damage stability regulations set out in the Annex to the present resolutionSLF 
737FAO/ILO/IMO
Document
Code of safety for fishermen and fishing vessels, 2005SLF 
738FAO/ILO/IMO
Document
Voluntary Guidelines for the design, construction and equipment of small fishing vessels, 2005SLF 
739LL.3/Circ.19Forms of record of conditions of assignment of load linesSLF 
740LL.3/Circ.55Revalidation of certificatesSLF 
741LL.3/Circ.69Unified interpretations of the provisions of the 1966 LL ConventionSLF 
742LL.3/Circ.77Unified interpretations of the provisions of the 1966 LL ConventionSLF 
743LL.3/Circ.130Unified interpretations of the ConventionSLF 
744LL.3/Circ.155Unified interpretations of the 1966 LL ConventionSLF 
745LL.3/Circ.162Unified interpretations of the International Convention on Load Lines, 1966, and the 1988 LL Protocol and its amendmentsSLF 
746MSC.76(69)Extended application of the Explanatory Notes to the SOLAS regulations on subdivision and damage stability of cargo ships of 100 metres in length and overSLF 
747MSC.141(76)Revised model test method under resolution 14 of the 1995 SOLAS ConferenceSLF 
748MSC/Circ.153Regulation on subdivision and damage stability of passenger ships as equivalent to part B of chapter II of the 1960 SOLAS ConventionSLF 
749MSC/Circ.250Explanatory note on regulations on subdivision and damage stability of passenger shipsSLF 
750MSC/Circ.408Protection of the crew of fishing vessels from water shipped on deckSLF 
751MSC/Circ.434Guidelines for the preparation of information on the effect of flooding to be provided to masters of dry cargo shipsSLF 
752MSC/Circ.456Guidelines for the preparation of intact stability informationSLF 
753MSC/Circ.525Guidance note on precautions to be taken by masters of ships of less than 100 m in length engaged in the carriage of logsSLF 
754MSC/Circ.574The calculation procedure to assess the survivability characteristics of existing ro-ro passenger ships when using a simplified method based upon resolution A.265(VIII)SLF 
755MSC/Circ.609Application of SOLAS amendments to ships constructed before the application date of the amendments - Interpretation of regulation II-1/1.3 of the 1974 SOLAS Convention, as amendedSLF 
756MSC/Circ.649Interpretation of provisions of resolution MSC.26(60) and MSC/Circ.574SLF 
757MSC/Circ.651Interpretations of regulations of part B-1 of SOLAS chapter II-1SLF 
758MSC/Circ.652Application of the 1966 LL Convention to high-speed craftSLF 
759MSC/Circ.688Interpretations of SOLAS regulation II-1/8.7.2SLF 
760MSC/Circ.706Guidance on intact stability of existing tankers during liquid transfer operationsSLF 
761MSC/Circ.919Guidelines for damage control plansSLF 
762MSC/Circ.920Model loading stability manualSLF 
763MSC/Circ.995Advice on dangers of flooding of forward compartmentsSLF 
764MSC/Circ.998IACS Unified Interpretation regarding timber deck cargo in the context of damage stability requirementsSLF 
765MSC/Circ.1028Application of the International Convention on Load Lines, 1966 and the 1988 Protocol relating thereto, to High-Speed CraftSLF 
767MSC/Circ.1158Unified interpretation of SOLAS chapter II-1SLF 
768MSC/Circ.1159Guidelines on the provision of stability-related information for bulk carriersSLF 
769MSC.1/Circ.1200Interim Guidelines for alternative assessment of the weather criterionSLF 
770MSC.1/Circ.1226Interim Explanatory Notes to the SOLAS chapter II-1 subdivision and damage stability regulationsSLF 
771MSC.1/Circ.1227Explanatory Notes to the Interim Guidelines for alternative assessment of the weather criterionSLF 
772MSC.1/Circ.1228Revised Guidance to the master for avoiding dangerous situations in adverse weather and sea conditionsSLFSupersedes MSC/Circ.707
773MSC.1/Circ.1229Guidelines for the approval of stability instrumentsSLF 
774MSC.1/Circ.1245Guidelines for damage control plans and information to the masterSLF 
775MSC.1/Circ.1246Interpretation of alterations and modifications of a major characterSLFSupersedes MSC/Circ.650
776MSC.1/Circ.1281Explanatory Notes to the International Code on Intact Stability, 2008SLF 
777MSC.1/Circ.1291Guidelines for flooding detection systems on passenger shipsSLF 
778TM.5/Circ.5Interpretations of the provisions of the International Convention on Tonnage Measurement of Ships, 1969, as amended by MSC.234 82)SLF 

IMO body SLF

The amendments shows additions or changes to MSC.1/Circ.1371

 

InstrumentNameIMO bodyRemarks
A.49(III)Approval of the Recommendations of Maritime Safety Committee on stability information for ships carrying grainSLF 
A.207(VII)Recommendation for an interim simplified criterion for decked fishing vessels under 300 metres in lengthSLF 
A.208(VII)Recommendation on construction of fishing vessels affecting the vessel's stability and crew safetySLF 
A.265(VIII)Regulations on subdivision and stability of passenger ships as an equivalent to part B of chapter II of the International Convention for the Safety of Life at Sea, 1960SLF 
A.266(VIII)Recommendation on a standard method for establishing compliance with the requirements for cross-flooding arrangements in passenger shipsSLF 
A.267((VIII)Code of practice concerning the accuracy of stability information for fishing vesselsSLF 
A.269(VIII)Recommendation for skippers of fishing vessels on ensuring a vessel's endurance in conditions of ice formationSLF 
A.320(IX)Regulation equivalent to regulation 27 of the International Convention on Load Lines, 1966, as amended by resolution A.514(13)SLF 
A.650(16)An example of alternative intact stability criteria for twin-pontoon column-stabilized semi-submersible unitsSLF 
A.651(16)An example of alternative stability criteria for a range of positive stability after damage or flooding for column-stabilized semi-submersible unitsSLF 
A.684(17)Explanatory notes to the SOLAS regulations on subdivision and damage stability of cargo ships of 100 metres in length and overSLF 
A.685(17)Recommendation on weather criterion for fishing vessels of 24 metres in length and overSLF 
A.747(18)Application of tonnage measurement of segregated ballast tanks in oil tankersSLF 
A.749(18)Code on Intact Stability for All Types of Ships Covered by IMO Instruments (IS Code), as amended by MSC.75(69)SLF 
A.758(18)Application of recommendation 2 of the International Conference on Tonnage Measurement of Ships, 1969SLF 
A.791(19)Application of the International Convention on Tonnage Measurement of Ships, 1969, to existing shipsSLF 
MSC.234(82)Recommendations concerning tonnage measurement of open-top containershipsSLFSupersedes TM.5/Circ.4 and section 3 of TM.5/Circ.5
MSC.245(83)Recommendation on a standard method for evaluating cross-flooding arrangementsSLF 
MSC.267(85)International Code on Intact Stability, 2008 (Mandatory in the introduction and part A and recommended provisions in part B)SLF 
MSC.281(85)Explanatory Notes to the SOLAS chapter II-1 subdivision and damage stability regulations set out in the Annex to the present resolutionSLF 
FAO/ILO/IMO
Document
Code of safety for fishermen and fishing vessels, 2005SLF 
FAO/ILO/IMO
Document
Voluntary Guidelines for the design, construction and equipment of small fishing vessels, 2005SLF 
LL.3/Circ.19Forms of record of conditions of assignment of load linesSLF 
LL.3/Circ.55Revalidation of certificatesSLF 
LL.3/Circ.69Unified interpretations of the provisions of the 1966 LL ConventionSLF 
LL.3/Circ.77Unified interpretations of the provisions of the 1966 LL ConventionSLF 
LL.3/Circ.130Unified interpretations of the ConventionSLF 
LL.3/Circ.155Unified interpretations of the 1966 LL ConventionSLF 
LL.3/Circ.162Unified interpretations of the International Convention on Load Lines, 1966, and the 1988 LL Protocol and its amendmentsSLF 
MSC.76(69)Extended application of the Explanatory Notes to the SOLAS regulations on subdivision and damage stability of cargo ships of 100 metres in length and overSLF 
MSC.141(76)Revised model test method under resolution 14 of the 1995 SOLAS ConferenceSLF 
MSC/Circ.153Regulation on subdivision and damage stability of passenger ships as equivalent to part B of chapter II of the 1960 SOLAS ConventionSLF 
MSC/Circ.250Explanatory note on regulations on subdivision and damage stability of passenger shipsSLF 
MSC/Circ.408Protection of the crew of fishing vessels from water shipped on deckSLF 
MSC/Circ.434Guidelines for the preparation of information on the effect of flooding to be provided to masters of dry cargo shipsSLF 
MSC/Circ.456Guidelines for the preparation of intact stability informationSLF 
MSC/Circ.525Guidance note on precautions to be taken by masters of ships of less than 100 m in length engaged in the carriage of logsSLF 
MSC/Circ.574The calculation procedure to assess the survivability characteristics of existing ro-ro passenger ships when using a simplified method based upon resolution A.265(VIII)SLF 
MSC/Circ.609Application of SOLAS amendments to ships constructed before the application date of the amendments - Interpretation of regulation II-1/1.3 of the 1974 SOLAS Convention, as amendedSLF 
MSC/Circ.649Interpretation of provisions of resolution MSC.26(60) and MSC/Circ.574SLF 
MSC/Circ.651Interpretations of regulations of part B-1 of SOLAS chapter II-1SLF 
MSC/Circ.652Application of the 1966 LL Convention to high-speed craftSLF 
MSC/Circ.688Interpretations of SOLAS regulation II-1/8.7.2SLF 
MSC/Circ.706Guidance on intact stability of existing tankers during liquid transfer operationsSLF 
MSC/Circ.919Guidelines for damage control plansSLF 
MSC/Circ.920Model loading stability manualSLF 
MSC/Circ.995Advice on dangers of flooding of forward compartmentsSLF 
MSC/Circ.998IACS Unified Interpretation regarding timber deck cargo in the context of damage stability requirementsSLF 
MSC/Circ.1028Application of the International Convention on Load Lines, 1966 and the 1988 Protocol relating thereto, to High-Speed CraftSLF 
MSC/Circ.1158Unified interpretation of SOLAS chapter II-1SLF 
MSC/Circ.1159Guidelines on the provision of stability-related information for bulk carriersSLF 
MSC.1/Circ.1200Interim Guidelines for alternative assessment of the weather criterionSLF 
MSC.1/Circ.1226Interim Explanatory Notes to the SOLAS chapter II-1 subdivision and damage stability regulationsSLF 
MSC.1/Circ.1227Explanatory Notes to the Interim Guidelines for alternative assessment of the weather criterionSLF 
MSC.1/Circ.1228Revised Guidance to the master for avoiding dangerous situations in adverse weather and sea conditionsSLFSupersedes MSC/Circ.707
MSC.1/Circ.1229Guidelines for the approval of stability instrumentsSLF 
MSC.1/Circ.1245Guidelines for damage control plans and information to the masterSLF 
MSC.1/Circ.1246Interpretation of alterations and modifications of a major characterSLFSupersedes MSC/Circ.650
MSC.1/Circ.1281Explanatory Notes to the International Code on Intact Stability, 2008SLF 
MSC.1/Circ.1291Guidelines for flooding detection systems on passenger shipsSLF 
TM.5/Circ.5Interpretations of the provisions of the International Convention on Tonnage Measurement of Ships, 1969, as amended by MSC.234 82)SLF 
 MSC.267(85)International Code on Intact Stability, 2008 (Non-mandatory part: part B), as amended by MSC.319(89)SLF 
 FAO/ILO/IMO DocumentSafety recommendations for decked fishing vessels of less than 12 metres in length and undecked fishing vesselsSLF 
 FAO/ILO/IMO DocumentGuidelines to assist competent authorities in the implementation of Part B of the Code of Safety for Fishermen and Fishing Vessels, the Voluntary Guidelines for the Design, Construction and Equipment of Small Fishing Vessels, and the Safety Recommendations for Decked Fishing Vessels of less than 12 metres in Length and Undecked Fishing Vessels (annex 16, MSC 89/25/Add.1)SLF 
 LL.3/Circ.194Unified interpretations of the 1966 LL Convention and the 1988 LL Protocol as modified by resolution MSC.143(77)SLF LLC Regulations 24, 26, 27(3) and 27(7)PROT1988 Regulation 24, 26, 27(3) and (8d)
 MSC.1/Circ.1362Unified interpretation of SOLAS chapter II-1SLF Regulation II-1/2.14
 MSC.1/Circ.1380Guidance for watertight doors on passenger ships which may be opened during navigationSLF 
 MSC.1/Circ.1400Guidelines on operational information for masters of passenger ships for safe return to port by own power or under towSLF 

 

 

IMO body SLF

The amendments shows additions or changes to MSC.1/Circ.1371

 

InstrumentNameIMO bodyRemarks
A.49(III)Approval of the Recommendations of Maritime Safety Committee on stability information for ships carrying grainSLF 
A.207(VII)Recommendation for an interim simplified criterion for decked fishing vessels under 300 metres in lengthSLF 
A.208(VII)Recommendation on construction of fishing vessels affecting the vessel's stability and crew safetySLF 
A.265(VIII)Regulations on subdivision and stability of passenger ships as an equivalent to part B of chapter II of the International Convention for the Safety of Life at Sea, 1960SLF 
A.266(VIII)Recommendation on a standard method for establishing compliance with the requirements for cross-flooding arrangements in passenger shipsSLF 
A.267((VIII)Code of practice concerning the accuracy of stability information for fishing vesselsSLF 
A.269(VIII)Recommendation for skippers of fishing vessels on ensuring a vessel's endurance in conditions of ice formationSLF 
A.320(IX)Regulation equivalent to regulation 27 of the International Convention on Load Lines, 1966, as amended by resolution A.514(13)SLF 
A.650(16)An example of alternative intact stability criteria for twin-pontoon column-stabilized semi-submersible unitsSLF 
A.651(16)An example of alternative stability criteria for a range of positive stability after damage or flooding for column-stabilized semi-submersible unitsSLF 
A.684(17)Explanatory notes to the SOLAS regulations on subdivision and damage stability of cargo ships of 100 metres in length and overSLF 
A.685(17)Recommendation on weather criterion for fishing vessels of 24 metres in length and overSLF 
A.747(18)Application of tonnage measurement of segregated ballast tanks in oil tankersSLF 
A.749(18)Code on Intact Stability for All Types of Ships Covered by IMO Instruments (IS Code), as amended by MSC.75(69)SLF 
A.758(18)Application of recommendation 2 of the International Conference on Tonnage Measurement of Ships, 1969SLF 
A.791(19)Application of the International Convention on Tonnage Measurement of Ships, 1969, to existing shipsSLF 
MSC.234(82)Recommendations concerning tonnage measurement of open-top containershipsSLFSupersedes TM.5/Circ.4 and section 3 of TM.5/Circ.5
MSC.245(83)Recommendation on a standard method for evaluating cross-flooding arrangementsSLF 
MSC.267(85)International Code on Intact Stability, 2008 (Mandatory in the introduction and part A and recommended provisions in part B)SLF 
MSC.281(85)Explanatory Notes to the SOLAS chapter II-1 subdivision and damage stability regulations set out in the Annex to the present resolutionSLF 
FAO/ILO/IMO
Document
Code of safety for fishermen and fishing vessels, 2005SLF 
FAO/ILO/IMO
Document
Voluntary Guidelines for the design, construction and equipment of small fishing vessels, 2005SLF 
LL.3/Circ.19Forms of record of conditions of assignment of load linesSLF 
LL.3/Circ.55Revalidation of certificatesSLF 
LL.3/Circ.69Unified interpretations of the provisions of the 1966 LL ConventionSLF 
LL.3/Circ.77Unified interpretations of the provisions of the 1966 LL ConventionSLF 
LL.3/Circ.130Unified interpretations of the ConventionSLF 
LL.3/Circ.155Unified interpretations of the 1966 LL ConventionSLF 
LL.3/Circ.162Unified interpretations of the International Convention on Load Lines, 1966, and the 1988 LL Protocol and its amendmentsSLF 
LL.3/Circ.208Unified interpretations of the 1966 Load Lines Convention and the 1988 Load Lines Protocol, as modified by resolution MSC.143(77)SLFRevise the unified interpretations of regulations 25(2) and (3) of the 1966 LL Convention, as contained in LL.3/Circ.69
MSC.76(69)Extended application of the Explanatory Notes to the SOLAS regulations on subdivision and damage stability of cargo ships of 100 metres in length and overSLF 
MSC.141(76)Revised model test method under resolution 14 of the 1995 SOLAS ConferenceSLF 
MSC/Circ.153Regulation on subdivision and damage stability of passenger ships as equivalent to part B of chapter II of the 1960 SOLAS ConventionSLF 
MSC/Circ.250Explanatory note on regulations on subdivision and damage stability of passenger shipsSLF 
MSC/Circ.408Protection of the crew of fishing vessels from water shipped on deckSLF 
MSC/Circ.434Guidelines for the preparation of information on the effect of flooding to be provided to masters of dry cargo shipsSLF 
MSC/Circ.456Guidelines for the preparation of intact stability informationSLF 
MSC/Circ.525Guidance note on precautions to be taken by masters of ships of less than 100 m in length engaged in the carriage of logsSLF 
MSC/Circ.574The calculation procedure to assess the survivability characteristics of existing ro-ro passenger ships when using a simplified method based upon resolution A.265(VIII)SLF 
MSC/Circ.609Application of SOLAS amendments to ships constructed before the application date of the amendments - Interpretation of regulation II-1/1.3 of the 1974 SOLAS Convention, as amendedSLF 
MSC/Circ.649Interpretation of provisions of resolution MSC.26(60) and MSC/Circ.574SLF 
MSC/Circ.651Interpretations of regulations of part B-1 of SOLAS chapter II-1SLF 
MSC/Circ.652Application of the 1966 LL Convention to high-speed craftSLF 
MSC/Circ.688Interpretations of SOLAS regulation II-1/8.7.2SLF 
MSC/Circ.706Guidance on intact stability of existing tankers during liquid transfer operationsSLF 
MSC/Circ.919Guidelines for damage control plansSLF 
MSC/Circ.920Model loading stability manualSLF 
MSC/Circ.995Advice on dangers of flooding of forward compartmentsSLF 
MSC/Circ.998IACS Unified Interpretation regarding timber deck cargo in the context of damage stability requirementsSLF 
MSC/Circ.1028Application of the International Convention on Load Lines, 1966 and the 1988 Protocol relating thereto, to High-Speed CraftSLF 
MSC/Circ.1158Unified interpretation of SOLAS chapter II-1SLF 
MSC/Circ.1159Guidelines on the provision of stability-related information for bulk carriersSLF 
MSC.1/Circ.1200Interim Guidelines for alternative assessment of the weather criterionSLF 
MSC.1/Circ.1226Interim Explanatory Notes to the SOLAS chapter II-1 subdivision and damage stability regulationsSLF 
MSC.1/Circ.1227Explanatory Notes to the Interim Guidelines for alternative assessment of the weather criterionSLF 
MSC.1/Circ.1228Revised Guidance to the master for avoiding dangerous situations in adverse weather and sea conditionsSLFSupersedes MSC/Circ.707
MSC.1/Circ.1229Guidelines for the approval of stability instrumentsSLF 
MSC.1/Circ.1245Guidelines for damage control plans and information to the masterSLF 
MSC.1/Circ.1246Interpretation of alterations and modifications of a major characterSLFSupersedes MSC/Circ.650
MSC.1/Circ.1281Explanatory Notes to the International Code on Intact Stability, 2008SLF 
MSC.1/Circ.1291Guidelines for flooding detection systems on passenger shipsSLF 
TM.5/Circ.5Interpretations of the provisions of the International Convention on Tonnage Measurement of Ships, 1969, as amended by MSC.234 82)SLF 
 MSC.267(85)International Code on Intact Stability, 2008 (Non-mandatory part: part B), as amended by MSC.319(89)SLF 
 FAO/ILO/IMO DocumentSafety recommendations for decked fishing vessels of less than 12 metres in length and undecked fishing vesselsSLF 
 FAO/ILO/IMO DocumentGuidelines to assist competent authorities in the implementation of Part B of the Code of Safety for Fishermen and Fishing Vessels, the Voluntary Guidelines for the Design, Construction and Equipment of Small Fishing Vessels, and the Safety Recommendations for Decked Fishing Vessels of less than 12 metres in Length and Undecked Fishing Vessels (annex 16, MSC 89/25/Add.1)SLF 
 LL.3/Circ.194Unified interpretations of the 1966 LL Convention and the 1988 LL Protocol as modified by resolution MSC.143(77)SLF LLC Regulations 24, 26, 27(3) and 27(7)
PROT1988 Regulation 24, 26, 27(3) and (8d)
 MSC.1/Circ.1362Unified interpretation of SOLAS chapter II-1SLF Regulation II-1/2.14
 MSC.1/Circ.1380/TD> Guidance for watertight doors on passenger ships which may be opened during navigationSLF 
 MSC.1/Circ.1400Guidelines on operational information for masters of passenger ships for safe return to port by own power or under towSLF 

 

IMO body SLF/BLG

No.InstrumentNameIMO bodyRemarks
784MSC/Circ.792Interpretation of the application of resolution A.747(18)SLF/BLG 

IMO body SLF/DE

No.InstrumentNameIMO bodyRemarks
781MSC/Circ.541Guidance Notes on the integrity of flooding boundaries above the bulkhead deck of passenger ships for proper application of regulations II-1/8 and 20, paragraph 1, of the 1974 SOLAS Convention, as amendedSLF/DE 
785MSC/Circ.806Guidance on safety aspects of ballast water exchange at seaSLF/DE 
786MSC/Circ.836Recommendation on loading instrumentsSLF/DE 
787MSC/Circ.854Guidelines for shipboard loading and stability computer programsSLF/DE 
788MSC/Circ.855Interpretation of the position of the forward perpendicular for the purpose of SOLAS regulation II-1/10SLF/DE 
789MSC/Circ.1145Precautionary advice to Masters when undertaking ballast water exchange operationsSLF/DE 
790MSC/Circ.1178Unified interpretations of SOLAS regulations XII/4.2 and XII/5.2SLF/DE 

IMO body SLF/DSC/FP

No.InstrumentNameIMO bodyRemarks
766MSC/Circ.1087Guidelines for partially weathertight hatchway covers on board containershipsSLF/DSC/FP 

IMO body SLF/FSI

No.InstrumentNameIMO bodyRemarks
782MSC/Circ.572Marking and identification of fishing vesselsSLF/FSI 

IMO body SLF/NAV

No.InstrumentNameIMO bodyRemarks
779A.130(V)Recommendation on pilot ladders on fishing vessels  and vessels of less than 500 gross tonnageSLF/NAV 

IMO body SLF/STW

No.InstrumentNameIMO bodyRemarks
780A.540(13)Tonnage measurement of certain ships relevant to the International Convention on Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping for Seafarers, 1978SLF/STW 
783MSC/Circ.734Interpretations of phrases on human performance criteria contained in SOLAS chapter II-1SLF/STW 

IMO body STW

No.InstrumentNameIMO bodyRemarks
791A.443(XI)Decisions of the shipmaster with regard to maritime safety and marine environment protectionSTW 
792A.772(18)Fatigue factors in manning and safetySTW 
793A.865(20)Minimum training requirements for personnel nominated to assist passengers in emergency situations on passenger shipsSTW 
794A.891(21)Recommendations on training of personnel on Mobile Offshore Units (MOUs)STW 
795A.892(21)Unlawful practices associated with certificates of competency and endorsementsSTW 
796A.930(22)Guidelines on provision of financial security in case of abandonment of seafarersSTW 
797A.931(22)Guidelines on shipowners' responsibilities in respect of contractual claims for personal injury to or death of seafarersSTW 
798A.947(23)Human element vision, principles and goals for the OrganizationSTW 
799MSC/Circ.795Clarification of regulations II/1, II/2, II/3 and II/4 of the STCW-F ConventionSTW 
800MSC/Circ.853Guidance on shipboard assessments of proficiencySTW 
801MSC/Circ.950Guidance on arrangements between parties to allow for recognition of certificates under STCW regulation I/10STW 
802MSC/Circ.951Officer in charge of engineering watch and engineering watchkeeping provisionsSTW 
803MSC/Circ.979Preparation of reports pursuant to STCW regulation I/7, paragraph 2STW 
804MSC/Circ.997Guidance on the preparation and review of independent evaluations required by STCW regulation I/8 and section A-I/7 of the STCW CodeSTW 
805MSC/Circ.1014Guidance on fatigue mitigation and managementSTW 
806MSC.1/Circ.1208Promoting and verifying continued familiarization of GMDSS operators on board shipsSTW 
807MSC.1/Circ.1235Guidelines on security-related training and familiarization training for shipboard personnelSTW 
808MSC-MEPC.7/Circ.1Checklist for considering human element issues by IMO bodiesSTW 
809STCW.6/Circ.3Guidance on prevention of drug and alcohol abuseSTW 
810STCW.6/Circ.4Guidance regarding additional training for masters and chief mates of large ships and ships with unusual manoeuvring characteristicsSTW 
811STCW.6/Circ.5Amendments to Part B of the Seafarers Training, Certification and watchkeeping (STCW) CodeSTW 
812STCW.6/Circ.6Amendments to Part B of the Seafarers Training, Certification and Watchkeeping (STCW) CodeSTW 
813STCW.6/Circ.7Amendments to Part B of the Seafarers' Training, Certification and Watchkeeping (STCW) CodeSTW 
814STCW.6/Circ.8International Convention on Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping for Seafarers, 1978, as amendedSTW 
815STCW.6/Circ.10Amendments to part B of the Seafarers' Training, Certification and Watchkeeping Code related to guidance on familiarization and training for seafarers serving on board ships fitted with free-fall lifeboatsSTW 
816STCW.6/Circ.11Amendments to part B of the STCW Code relating to the certificate of proficiency for ship security officerSTW 
817STCW.7/Circ.7Clarification of regulations I/6 and I/7 of the STCW ConventionSTW 
818STCW.7/Circ.8Applications of provisions of the 1978 STCW Convention to Mobile Offshore Units (MOUs)STW 
819STCW.7/Circ.10Interim guidance on training and assessment in the operational use of electronic chart display and information system (ECDIS) simulatorsSTW 
820STCW.7/Circ.11Guidance to STCW parties on the application of the standard marine communication phrases as required by section A-II/1 of the STCW CodeSTW 
821STCW.7/Circ.12Advice for port State control officers and recognized organizations on action to be taken in cases where not all seafarers carry certificates and endorsements meeting STCW 95 requirements after 1 February 2002STW 
822STCW.7/Circ.13Issues to be considered when integrated computer-based technologies into training and assessment of seafarersSTW 
823STCW.7/Circ.14Guidance for masters on keeping a safe anchor watchSTW 
824STCW.7/Circ.15Minimum data to be included in documentary evidence of training leading to the award of a certificate of competencySTW 
825STCW.8/Circ.1
and Rev.1
National authorities maintaining registers of STCW Convention certificates and endorsementsSTW 

IMO body STW

The amendments shows additions or changes to MSC.1/Circ.1371

No.InstrumentNameIMO bodyRemarks
791A.443(XI)Decisions of the shipmaster with regard to maritime safety and marine environment protectionSTW 
792A.772(18)Fatigue factors in manning and safetySTW 
793A.865(20)Minimum training requirements for personnel nominated to assist passengers in emergency situations on passenger shipsSTW 
794A.891(21)Recommendations on training of personnel on Mobile Offshore Units (MOUs)STW 
795A.892(21)Unlawful practices associated with certificates of competency and endorsementsSTW 
796A.930(22)Guidelines on provision of financial security in case of abandonment of seafarersSTW 
797A.931(22)Guidelines on shipowners' responsibilities in respect of contractual claims for personal injury to or death of seafarersSTW 
798A.947(23)Human element vision, principles and goals for the OrganizationSTW 
799MSC/Circ.795Clarification of regulations II/1, II/2, II/3 and II/4 of the STCW-F ConventionSTW 
800MSC/Circ.853Guidance on shipboard assessments of proficiencySTW 
801MSC/Circ.950Guidance on arrangements between parties to allow for recognition of certificates under STCW regulation I/10STW 
802MSC/Circ.951Officer in charge of engineering watch and engineering watchkeeping provisionsSTW 
803MSC/Circ.979Preparation of reports pursuant to STCW regulation I/7, paragraph 2STW 
804MSC/Circ.997Guidance on the preparation and review of independent evaluations required by STCW regulation I/8 and section A-I/7 of the STCW CodeSTW 
805MSC/Circ.1014Guidance on fatigue mitigation and managementSTW 
806MSC.1/Circ.1208Promoting and verifying continued familiarization of GMDSS operators on board shipsSTW 
807MSC.1/Circ.1235Guidelines on security-related training and familiarization training for shipboard personnelSTW 
808MSC-MEPC.7/Circ.1Checklist for considering human element issues by IMO bodiesSTW 
809STCW.6/Circ.3Guidance on prevention of drug and alcohol abuseSTW 
810STCW.6/Circ.4Guidance regarding additional training for masters and chief mates of large ships and ships with unusual manoeuvring characteristicsSTW 
811STCW.6/Circ.5Amendments to Part B of the Seafarers Training, Certification and watchkeeping (STCW) CodeSTW 
812STCW.6/Circ.6Amendments to Part B of the Seafarers Training, Certification and Watchkeeping (STCW) CodeSTW 
813STCW.6/Circ.7Amendments to Part B of the Seafarers' Training, Certification and Watchkeeping (STCW) CodeSTW 
814STCW.6/Circ.8International Convention on Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping for Seafarers, 1978, as amendedSTW 
815STCW.6/Circ.10Amendments to part B of the Seafarers' Training, Certification and Watchkeeping Code related to guidance on familiarization and training for seafarers serving on board ships fitted with free-fall lifeboatsSTW 
816STCW.6/Circ.11Amendments to part B of the STCW Code relating to the certificate of proficiency for ship security officerSTW 
817STCW.7/Circ.7Clarification of regulations I/6 and I/7 of the STCW ConventionSTW 
818STCW.7/Circ.8Applications of provisions of the 1978 STCW Convention to Mobile Offshore Units (MOUs)STW 
819STCW.7/Circ.10Interim guidance on training and assessment in the operational use of electronic chart display and information system (ECDIS) simulatorsSTW 
820STCW.7/Circ.11Guidance to STCW parties on the application of the standard marine communication phrases as required by section A-II/1 of the STCW CodeSTW 
821STCW.7/Circ.12Advice for port State control officers and recognized organizations on action to be taken in cases where not all seafarers carry certificates and endorsements meeting STCW 95 requirements after 1 February 2002STW 
822STCW.7/Circ.13Issues to be considered when integrated computer-based technologies into training and assessment of seafarersSTW 
823STCW.7/Circ.14Guidance for masters on keeping a safe anchor watchSTW 
824STCW.7/Circ.15Minimum data to be included in documentary evidence of training leading to the award of a certificate of competencySTW 
825STCW.8/Circ.1
and Rev.1
National authorities maintaining registers of STCW Convention certificates and endorsementsSTW 
 STCW.7/Circ.16Clarification of transitional provisions relating to the 2010 Manila Amendments to the STCW Convention and CodeSTW 
 STCW.7/Circ.17Advice for port State control officers on transitional arrangements leading up to the full implementation of the requirements of the 2010 Manila Amendments to the STCW Convention and Code on 1 January 2017STW 

 

IMO body STW/DSC

No.InstrumentNameIMO bodyRemarks
830A.866(20)Guidance to ships crews and terminal personnel for bulk carrier inspectionsSTW/DSC 

IMO body STW/FSI

No.InstrumentNameIMO bodyRemarks
835MSC/Circ.900Fraudulent certificates of competencySTW/FSI 
836MSC/Circ.1089Guidance on recommended anti-fraud measures and forgery prevention features for seafarers' certificatesSTW/FSI 

IMO body STW/FSI/NAV

No.InstrumentNameIMO bodyRemarks
837MSC-MEPC.7/Circ.3Framework for consideration of ergonomics and work environmentSTW/FSI/NAV 

IMO body STW/MSC

 InstrumentNameIMO bodyRemarks

DELETED

A.890(21)

 

Principles of safe manning, as amended by resolution A.955(23)

 

STW/MSC

Revoked by A.1047(27)

A.1047(27)

Principles of safe manning

STW/MSC

Revokes A.890(21) and A.955(23)

IMO body STW/MSC

 InstrumentNameIMO bodyRemarks
A.890(21)Principles of safe manning, as amended by resolution A.955(23)STW/MSC 

IMO body STW/NAV

No.InstrumentNameIMO bodyRemarks
833MSC/Circ.738Guidelines for dynamic positioning system (DP) operator trainingSTW/NAV 
834MSC.1/Circ.738Guidelines for dynamic positioning system (DP) operator trainingSTW/NAV 

IMO body STW/NAV/COMSAR

No.InstrumentNameIMO bodyRemarks
831A.918(22)IMO standard marine communication phrasesSTW/NAV/
COMSAR
1) Revokes A.380(X))
2) A.488(XII) and MSC.Circ.794 overtaken by time

IMO body STW/SLF

No.InstrumentNameIMO bodyRemarks
826A.539(13)Certification of skippers and officers in charge of a navigational watch on fishing vessels of 24 metres in length and overSTW/SLF 
827A.576(14)Standards for skippers and officers in charge of a navigational watch on fishing vessels of less than 24 metres in length operating in unlimited and limited watersSTW/SLF 
828A.622(15)Basic principles to be observed in keeping an engineering watch on board fishing vesselsSTW/SLF 
829A.623(15)Minimum requirements for certification of chief engineer officers and second engineer officers of fishing vessels powered by main propulsion machinery of 750 kW propulsion power or moreSTW/SLF 
838FAO/ILO/IMO
Document for
Guidance
FAO/ILO/IMO Document for Guidance on Fishermen's Training and Certification (see MSC 71/INF.3, annex and MSC 72/6/2, annex)STW/SLF 

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