International guidelines for the safe operation of dynamically positioned offshore supply vessels
- Recommended Practice
- Revision 4 - November 2018
This document provides comprehensive guidelines for the safe operation of dynamically positioned (DP) offshore supply vessels, including legal notices, training, risk management, operational procedures, and industry standards.
Contents
Preface
Introduction
Existing Rules and Guidance
Managing Risk in DP Operations – Competence
Managing Risk in DP Operations – Offshore Operations
Managing Risk in DP Operations – Practical Application
References
Appendix 1 – DP FMEA
Appendix 2 – Annual DP Trials
Appendix 3 – DP Capability Plot
Appendix 4 – DP Footprint Plot
Appendix 5 – DP Vessel Specific Location Checks Document (EXAMPLE)
Appendix 6 – Sample DP Watchkeeping Handover Checklist
Appendix 7 – DP Station Keeping Event Reporting
Appendix 8 – Example of Critical Activity Mode (CAM)
Appendix 9 – Example of Activity Specific Operating Guideline (ASOG)
Revision
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Rev. 4 - May 2022General update by IMCA & MSF workgroup
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Rev. 3 - November 2018Updated to reflect current industry practice following the recent publication of IMO MSC.1/Circ.1580
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Rev. 2 - April 2015General update by cross-industry workgroup on DP for OSVs
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Rev. 1 - August 2009General update by cross industry workgroup on DP for OSVs
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Rev. - March 2006Initial publication