Section 12.2.2 defines the requirements for minimum freeboard
for a motor vessel whose stability has not been assessed using ISO
12217 'Small craft - Stability and buoyancy assessment and categorisation'
Part 1. Section 12.2.3 defines how and when the freeboard mark, and
deck line, should be applied. Requirements for an inflatable boat
or boat fitted with a buoyant collar, not requiring an approved Stability
Information Booklet, are contained within Section 12.2.4.
It should be noted that for vessels whose freeboard is not determined
using Section 12.2.2.2, and are not provided with an approved stability
information booklet, although requirements exist for minimum freeboard,
such vessels are not required to be marked with a freeboard mark.
In such cases the loading of the vessel is governed by the maximum
permissible weight, in accordance with Section
11, as identified on the vessel's certificate.