3.1.1 RBI techniques may be used to provide justification for the assignment
of Class. RBI techniques may be systematically applied to the whole of an
installation or to individual systems, sub-systems or components.
3.1.2 Where RBI is applied to only part of an installation, the remainder of
the installation is to be designed, constructed and maintained in accordance with
the remaining Parts of these Rules.
3.1.3 Similarly, a unit will continue to be classed by LR, provided LR has
verified that all critical elements remain in good order and condition, and continue
to meet their standards in operation. Otherwise, classification will be subject to
continued compliance with LR’s Rules.
3.1.4 It is the responsibility of the Owner/Operator to comply with any
requirements of the National Administration. Where an RBI plan differs from those
required by the National Administration or IMO Conventions, it is the responsibility
of the Owner/Operator to obtain the necessary acceptance of the National
Administration.
3.1.5 It is the responsibility of the Owner/Operator to develop, operate and
review application of the RBI Plan and the RBI Plan is then to be approved by LR.
The Owner/Operator shall demonstrate that the plan is being regularly reviewed
according to the review schedule and any changes to the approved inspection regime
are recorded in a satisfactory manner to enable audit and continued approval of the
RBI Plan.
3.1.6 Lloyd’s Register’s Guidance Notes for the Risk Based Inspection of
Offshore Units define acceptable RBI methodologies.