3.4 Operating conditions in port
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3.4 Operating conditions in port

  3.4.1 Measurements as specified in paragraphs 3.4.2, 3.4.3 and 3.4.4 relate to the ship in port condition.

  3.4.2 When the noise from the ship's cargo handling equipment may lead to noise above maximum levels in duty stations and accommodation spaces affected by its operation, measurements should be taken. Noise originating from sources external to the ship should be discounted as indicated in paragraph 3.5.3.

  3.4.3 Where the ship is a vehicle carrier and noise during loading and discharging originates from vehicles, the noise level in the cargo spaces and the duration of the exposure should be considered in conjunction with chapter 5. Such noise levels originating from vehicles may be estimated theoretically by the shipyard and shipowners in cooperation with the Administration.

  3.4.4 Measurements shall be taken in machinery spaces with the machinery operating in the port condition if the provisions of paragraph 5.3.5 in respect of hearing protection shall be met in lieu of the provisions of paragraph 4.2.1 during maintenance, overhaul or similar port conditions.

Parent topic: Chapter 3 – Measurement
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