1.2 Application
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1.2 Application

  1.2.1 This part of the Code contains recommended intact stability criteria for certain types of ships and other marine vehicles not included in part A or intended to supplement those of part A in particular cases regarding size or operation.

  1.2.2 The recommendations contained herein may also apply to other ships subject to similar external forces, when determining the adequacy of stability.

  1.2.3 Administrations may impose additional requirements regarding the design aspects of ships of novel design or ships not otherwise covered by the Code.

  1.2.4 The criteria stated in this part should give guidance to Administrations if no national requirements are applied.


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