2.1.1 The
classification provisions for engineering systems installed in naval
ships address the following:
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The suitability
and functioning of equipment and systems for maintaining the watertight
and weathertight integrity of the hull, and spaces within the hull.
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The safety and reliability of engineering systems necessary for
propulsion and steering and other engineering systems falling within the Mobility
or Ship Type categories.
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The operation
and functioning of systems installed for operational requirements
relating to the ship type and additional Class notations excluding
the operation and functioning of military systems.
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The effectiveness
of systems which have been built into the ship in order to maintain
basic conditions on board whereby appropriate stores, fuels, equipment
and personnel can be safely carried whilst the ship is at sea, at
anchor, or moored in harbour.