23 Questions
Who is responsible for administering the Audit Scheme?
The Secretary-General of the Organization
How often are audits conducted for each Contracting Party?
At periodic intervals
What is the purpose of the audit programme?
To verify compliance with the present Convention
What is the basis for the overall schedule of audits?
Guidelines developed by the Organization
After how many years, according to the prescriptions of section 2 (b) of Annex I to these Regulations, will the repositioning of masthead lights be required?
Nine years after the date of entry into force of these Regulations
What is the role of the Contracting Party in the audit process?
To facilitate the conduct of the audit and implement a programme of actions
At what distance from the stem must the after light be seen over and separate from the forward light when viewed from sea-level?
1000 m
What is the maximum height above the hull at which sidelights of a power-driven vessel can be placed?
Three quarters of that of the forward masthead light
For how long will the requirements for sound signal appliances, as prescribed in Annex III, be applicable?
Until nine years after the date of entry into force of these Regulations
What is the condition for the vertical separation of masthead lights of power-driven vessels?
In all normal conditions of trim
What is exempt from the repositioning of all-round lights?
Permanent exemption
What is the maximum angular sector within which all-round lights shall not be obscured by masts, topmasts or structures?
6°
What is the purpose of exhibiting two all-round lights instead of one?
To make them appear as one light at a distance of one mile
What is the definition of an audit according to the Convention?
A systematic, independent and documented process
What is the maximum horizontal distance between the two masthead lights on a power-driven vessel?
100 m
Until when can vessels, the keel of which is laid or which is at a corresponding stage of construction before the entry into force of these Regulations, be exempted from installing lights with ranges prescribed in Rule 22?
Four years after the date of entry into force of these Regulations
What is the purpose of the Code for Implementation?
To facilitate the execution of obligations and responsibilities contained in the Convention
Which of the following is permanently exempted from compliance with the Regulations?
The repositioning of lights as a result of conversion from Imperial to metric units
What is the term for the IMO Member State Audit Scheme established by the Organization?
Audit Scheme
What is the relationship between the Audit Standard and the Code for Implementation?
The Audit Standard is equivalent to the Code for Implementation
According to Annex 1 Section 3, where should the forward light be placed on a power-driven vessel?
Not more than one quarter of the length of the vessel from the stem
When are vessels of 150 m or more in length required to reposition their masthead lights?
Nine years after the date of entry into force of these Regulations
What is the minimum horizontal distance between the two masthead lights on a power-driven vessel?
One half of the length of the vessel
Study Notes
Rule 41 Verification of Compliance
- Contracting Parties are subject to periodic audits by the Organization to verify compliance with the Convention.
- The Secretary-General of the Organization administers the Audit Scheme based on guidelines developed by the Organization.
- Contracting Parties are responsible for facilitating the audit and implementing a program of actions to address the findings.
- Audits are conducted at periodic intervals based on an overall schedule developed by the Secretary-General.
Exemptions and Transition Periods
- Repositioning of masthead lights due to Annex I Section 2(b) is exempted until nine years after the date of entry into force of these Regulations.
- Repositioning of sidelights due to Annex I Section 2(g) and 3(b) is exempted until nine years after the date of entry into force of these Regulations.
- Requirements for sound signal appliances in Annex III are exempted until nine years after the date of entry into force of these Regulations.
- Repositioning of all-round lights due to Annex I Section 9(b) is permanently exempted.
Definitions and Audit Scheme
- An audit is a systematic, independent, and documented process for evaluating compliance with audit criteria.
- The Audit Scheme is the IMO Member State Audit Scheme established by the Organization.
- The Code for Implementation is the IMO Instruments Implementation Code (III Code) adopted by the Organization.
- The Audit Standard is the Code for Implementation.
Application and Execution
- Contracting Parties shall use the provisions of the Code for Implementation in executing their obligations and responsibilities contained in the present Convention.
Exemptions for Vessels
- Vessels (or class of vessels) with keel laid or at a corresponding stage of construction before the entry into force of these Regulations may be exempted from compliance.
- Exemptions include installation of lights with ranges prescribed in Rule 22, repositioning of lights due to conversion from Imperial to metric units, and repositioning of masthead lights on certain vessels.
Learn about exemptions from compliance with International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea. Understand the conditions for vessels built before the regulation's entry into force.
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