2.1.1 The recognition by IMO of a radionavigation
system would mean that the Organization recognizes that the system
is capable of providing adequate position information within its coverage
area and that the carriage of receiving equipment for use with the
system satisfies the relevant requirements of the 1974 SOLAS Convention,
as amended.
2.1.2 IMO should not recognize a radionavigation
system without the consent of the Government or organization which
has provided and is operating the system.
2.1.3 In deciding whether or not to recognize
a radionavigation system, IMO should consider whether:
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.1 the Government or organization providing and
operating the system has stated formally that the system is operational
and available for use by merchant shipping;
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.2 its continued provision is assured;
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.3 it is capable of providing position information
within the coverage area declared by the Government or organization
operating and providing the system with a performance not less than
that given in the appendix;
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.4 adequate arrangements have been made for publication
of the characteristics and parameters of the system and of its status,
including amendments, as necessary; and
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.5 adequate arrangements have been made to protect
the safety of navigation should it be necessary to introduce changes
in the characteristics or parameters of the system that could adversely
affect the performance of shipborne receiving equipment.
2.1.4 In deciding, in the light of any changes
to a recognized system, whether the system should continue to be recognized,
the criteria listed in paragraph 2.1.3 should be applied.