Section 11 Safety Provisions for SPM

11.1 Navigation aids

11.1.1 Obstruction lights:

Obstruction lights are to be provided as prescribed by the National Authority having jurisdiction. If the SPM is located outside the territorial waters of any National Authority or if no lights are prescribed by the authority having jurisdiction, the following is to be provided as a minimum:
- One 360 degree white light visible for five miles under an atmospheric transmissivity of 0,85, flashing six times per minute, and arranged for operation at least from sunset to sunrise local time.
- It is recommended that the floating hoses be marked with winker lights.
Fog signal:
- Audible fog signals are to be provided if prescribed by the National Authority having jurisdiction.

11.2 Radar reflector

11.2.1 A radar reflector is to be provided if prescribed by the National Authority having jurisdiction.

11.3 Fire-fighting equipment

11.3.1 The fire and potential explosion risks associated with the SPM are to be assessed in a ‘Fire and Explosion Evaluation’ (FEE). The FEE is to define the potential requirements for active and passive fire protection systems based on the determine fire risk on the SPM, see Pt 7, Ch 3, 1.2 Submission of documentation 1.2.4 and Pt 7, Ch 3, 2.4 Fire and Explosion Evaluation (FEE).

11.4 Identification marks

11.4.1 A name or number is to be assigned to each single point mooring and is to confirm to requirements of the National Authority having jurisdiction. This name or number is to be permanently displayed on the structure and will be entered in the Register of Ships of the Society. Draft marks are to be permanently marked in at least two places.