SPECIAL PURPOSE SHIP (SPS)

for OTTO 5, 300 men work and

accommodation barge
 SPS – Contents
o Definitions and status of the SPS code.

o Differences between the new and old

code.

o Definition of SPS 2008 code for personnel.

o Technical content of the SPS 2008 code.

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 Definitions and status of the SPS code
 Original Code of Safety for Special Purpose Ships (SPS Code)
adopted in 1983 by resolution A.534(13).
 The new 2008 SPS Code MSC.266(84) supersedes the SPS Code
adopted by resolution A.534(13) for special purpose ships certified on
or after May 13th, 2008.
 The SPS code is voluntary.
 The SPS code applies to vessels with GRT > 500.
 The code may also apply to ships constructed before May 13th, 2008.

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 Definitions and status of the SPS code
 The primary purpose for the revision from A.534(13) to MSC.266(84) is
to bring the code up to date with SOLAS, that has trough the years
subjected to amendments.

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 Differences between the new and old code
Most important differences between the new and old code are:
A.534(13) MSC.266(84)
Persons who are specially needed All personnel on board including
for the particular operational duties crew is the regulatory parameter.
of the ship, excluding crew.
No. of SPS @ 50 and 200 No. of SPS @ 60 and 240
Reflects the SOLAS convention in Reflects the SOLAS convention in
force before January 1st, 2009. force on January 1st, 2009 onwards.
Deterministic damage stability Probabilistic damage stability

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Definition of SPS 2008 code for personnel
Special personnel are expected to be able bodied with a fair knowledge of the layout of the
ship and to have received some training in safety procedures and the handling of the ship’s
safety equipment before leaving port and include the following:
1. scientists, technicians and expeditionaries on ships engaged in research, non-commercial
expeditions and survey;
2. personnel engaging in training and practical marine experience to develop seafaring skills suitable
for a professional career at sea. Such training should be in accordance with a training programme
approved by the Administration;
3. personnel who process the catch of fish, whales or other living resources of the sea on factory ships
not engaged in catching;
4. salvage personnel on salvage ships, cable-laying personnel on cable-laying ships, seismic personnel
on seismic survey ships, diving personnel on diving support ships, pipe-laying personnel on pipe
layers and crane operating personnel on floating cranes; and
5. other personnel similar to those referred to in .1 to .4 who, in the opinion of the Administration, may
be referred to this group.
MSC 266(84)

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 Technical content of the SPS 2008 code

Structural Fire Subdivision

Frame 23

Frame 37
(MVZ – Main Vertical Fire Zone)

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 Technical content of the SPS 2008 code

Frame 23

Frame 37
Structural Fire Subdivision
(MVZ – Main Vertical Fire Zone)

42.09 M. 25.62 M. 32.29 M.

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 Technical content of the SPS 2008 code
Structural Fire Subdivision
(MVZ – Main Vertical Fire Zone)

BEFORE
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 Technical content of the SPS 2008 code
Structural Fire Subdivision
Frame 23 (MVZ – Main Vertical Fire Zone) Frame 23

AFTER
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 Technical content of the SPS 2008 code
Structural Fire Subdivision
Frame 37 (MVZ – Main Vertical Fire Zone) Frame 37

A-60 Bulkhead Insulation

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 Technical content of the SPS 2008 code
Structural Fire Subdivision
Frame 23 (MVZ – Main Vertical Fire Zone) Frame 37

A-60 Bulkhead (pipe tunnel)

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 Technical content of the SPS 2008 code
Damage Stability – Power Operated Watertight Doors
Portside, Aft Winch Com. Portside, Bow Winch Com.

Frame 23 Frame 37

Starboard, Aft Winch Com. Starboard, Bow Winch Com.

MSC.194(80) SOLAS 2009 Chapter II-1, Regulation 13

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 Technical content of the SPS 2008 code
Damage Stability – Double Bottom Tanks
No. 2 Portside Fresh Water Tank

No. 3 Port/Starboard Water Ballast Tanks

No. 2 Starboard Fresh Water Tank

SOLAS 2009 Chapter II-1, Regulation 9

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 Technical content of the SPS 2008 code
Damage Stability – Double Bottom Tanks

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 Technical content of the SPS 2008 code
Damage Stability – Double Bottom Tanks

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 Technical content of the SPS 2008 code
Fire Protection – Sprinkler System

Offices SOLAS 2009 Chapter II-1, Regulation 10.6.1.1

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 Technical content of the SPS 2008 code
Fire Protection – Sprinkler System

Accommodations
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 Technical content of the SPS 2008 code
Fire Protection – Sprinkler System

Service Spaces
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 Technical content of the SPS 2008 code
Fire Protection – Sprinkler System
Tank and pump unit

Workshop/Store
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 Technical content of the SPS 2008 code
Bilge System – 3rd Bilge Pump
3rd bilge pump

SOLAS 2009 Chapter II-1, Regulation 35-1.3.2

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 Technical content of the SPS 2008 code
Tank Gauging System

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SOLAS 2009 Chapter II-2, Regulation 2.2.3.5.2

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 Technical content of the SPS 2008 code
Emergency Source of Power

 Longer period of 36 hours from

24 hours of self contained
emergency source of electrical
power.
 Upsize of E-Gen from 93.6 kW to
192 kW.
 Capacity of F.O.D.T. 680 liters to
2000 liters.
 w/remote radiator.
SOLAS 2009 Chapter II-1, Regulation 42

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 Technical content of the SPS 2008 code
Life-Saving Appliances - Lifeboats

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 Technical content of the SPS 2008 code
Life-Saving Appliances - Lifeboats

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