The requirements of this Chapter are applicable
to the design and construction philosophy for the Internal Communication
system.
This Chapter details the requirements for sub-systems
and equipment within the boundary of the Internal Communication system.
Approval will be in respect of the integrity of
the Internal Communication System (including secondary and emergency
communications), communication system configuration, EMC enclosure
configuration (where appropriate), control, monitoring, alert and
safety systems, and other critical support systems.
The Internal Communication system is to be designed
and manufactured in accordance with a relevant International or National
Standard acceptable to Lloyd’s Register (hereinafter referred
to as ‘LR’).
Application of this Chapter will facilitate the
verification of the performance requirements of ANEP-77 NATO
Naval Ship Code, Chapter VII, Regulation 10 and Chapter VIII,
Regulation 7.