2.1.1 Administrations should take appropriate
action to ensure uniformity in the implementation and application
of the provisions of this chapter.
2.1.2 The review and approval of the design of
each unit should be carried out by officers of the Administration.
However, the Administration may entrust this function to certifying
authorities nominated for this purpose or to organizations recognized
by it. In every case the Administration concerned should fully guarantee
the completeness and efficiency of the design evaluation.
2.1.3 In addition to the provisions contained
elsewhere in this Code, units should be designed, constructed and
maintained in compliance with the structural, mechanical and electrical
requirements of a classification society which:
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.1 has recognized and relevant competence and
experience with offshore petroleum activities;
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.2 has established rules and procedures for classification
of mobile offshore drilling units; and
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.3 is recognized by the Administration in accordance
with the provisions of SOLAS regulation
XI-1/1, or with applicable national standards of the Administration
which provide an equivalent level of safety.