1.2.1 These Guidelines and Specifications contain
requirements regarding the design, installation, performance and testing of pollution
prevention equipment required by regulation 14.
1.2.2 The purpose of these Guidelines and Specifications
is:
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.1 to provide a uniform interpretation of the
requirements of regulation 14;
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.2 to assist Administrations in determining appropriate
design, construction and operational parameters for pollution prevention
equipment when such equipment is fitted in ships flying the flag of
their State;
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.3 to define test and performance requirements
for pollution prevention equipment; and
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.4 to provide guidance for installation requirements.