Section 8 Closing arrangements
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Clasifications Register Rules and Regulations - Rules for the Classification of Air Cushion Vehicles, July 2022 - Chapter 3 Hull Structures - Section 8 Closing arrangements

Section 8 Closing arrangements

8.1 General

8.1.1 Weathertight closing arrangements are appliances (such as windows, doors and hatches) which, when closed, will prevent water penetration into the ACV in any wind and wave conditions up to those commensurate with the service of the ACV. Such appliances are to comply with the requirements of Pt 3, Ch 4 Closing Arrangements and Outfit of the SSC Rules where practicable.

8.1.2 Watertight closing arrangements are appliances (such as doors and hatches) which, when closed, will prevent the passage of water through the structure in any direction under the head of water likely to occur in the intact or damaged condition. Such appliances are to comply with the requirements of Pt 3, Ch 4 Closing Arrangements and Outfit of the SSC Rules where practicable.

8.1.3 Heights of sills and ventilator coamings are to be as high as practicable and acceptable to the National Administration.

8.1.4 Where provided, de-watering arrangements for enclosed wells are to be to the satisfaction of the attending Surveyor.


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