3.1 The guidance given in this Part of the Code
should be taken into account when implementing the requirements of chapter XI-2 and part
A of this Code.
3.2 However, it should be recognized that the
extent to which the guidance on ships applies will depend on the type
of ship, its cargoes and/or passengers, its trading pattern and the
characteristics of the port facilities visited by the ship.
3.3 Similarly, in relation to the guidance on
port facilities, the extent to which this guidance applies will depend
on the port facilities, the types of ships using the port facility,
the types of cargo and/or passengers and the trading patterns of visiting
ships.
3.4 The provisions of chapter
XI-2 and part A of this Code
are not intended to apply to port facilities designed and used primarily
for military purposes.