Section 3 Performance requirements
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Clasifications Register Rules and Regulations - Submarine Assurance Framework, July 2022 - Volume 1 Submarine Assurance - Part 4 Whole Boat Requirements - Chapter 5 Human Factors - Section 3 Performance requirements

Section 3 Performance requirements

Parent topic: Chapter 5 Human Factors

3.1 Performance requirements

3.1.1 The following areas are to be designed with consideration for the human element:
  1. The submarine control positions;
  2. The machinery control position;
  3. Operating from the bridge fin during surface operations; and
  4. Other conning and control positions as agreed with the Naval Administration.

3.1.2 The layout of control positions shall enhance usability and reduce human error in operator’s tasks in all foreseeable manning and operating conditions.

3.1.3 The working environment shall be designed to be safe, have the minimum of distractions, be sufficiently comfortable, help to maintain vigilance, and maximise communication amongst operators at main control stations.

3.1.4 User interfaces shall be designed to provide an appropriate combination of visual, audible or mechanical feedback, to enhance the usability of systems and equipment, reduce human error, enhance situational awareness, and support safe and effective monitoring, control and supervision under normal and reasonably foreseeable, abnormal and emergency operating conditions.

3.1.5 The design of lighting shall facilitate visual task performance, operator safety and visual comfort and is to include:

  1. Positioning and installation;
  2. Luminance distribution;
  3. Glare;
  4. Location of lighting controls and outlets; and
  5. Night vision while surfaced.

3.1.6 Equipment shall be operable and maintainable by embarked persons wearing clothing and equipment required for normal, abnormal and emergency operations and conditions. To include:

  1. CBRN clothing/equipment;
  2. Firefighting equipment
  3. Anti-flash clothing;
  4. Life-saving equipment; and
  5. Task specific PPE.
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