The Polar Code With more and more ships navigating Arctic and Antarctic waters, the IMO is taking proactive steps to enhance the safety of seafarers while protecting the pristine Polar environment. As a result of this work, the new Polar Code came into force on 1 January 2017, featuring several mandatory goal-based requirements in extension to existing SOLAS, STCW and MARPOL conventions. In the years to come, yards, owners and operators have their work cut out to secure compliance. About this guide From the very first draft, VIKING Rules and Regulations experts have made a significant contribution to the development of the Polar Code. As a global leader in maritime safety, we're dedicated to raise the transparency of the Code, making it as simple as possible for everyone to remain safe and compliant. The Polar Code consists of an introduction (general mandatory provisions) along with Parts I (safety) and II (pollution prevention). This guide exclusively addresses Part I, which contains mandatory provisions and recommendations on safety measures. INDEX The Polar Code 2 A pedigree of Polar safety 3 Q&A: Securing compliance 4 Q&A: Shipowner considerations 6 Q&A: The Polar Code and ship safety 8 Q&A: Considerations for passenger operators 10 Specifying life-saving solutions 12 VIKING Polar liferafts 14 Lifeboat and rescue boat solutions 18 Marine Evacuation Systems 22 Marine Fire Safety under Polar conditions 24 Polar survival kits 26 Protective clothing 28 2 FRONT PAGE PHOTO: SARex
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