Section 66

The requirements in this Part shall apply to cargo ships over 100

metres in length !Ls) but shall exclude those ships which are shown to comply with subdivision and damage stability regulations in other instruments*

developed by the Organisation. The requirements in this Part shall also apply to cargo ships of 80 metres in Ls and upwards but not exceeding 100 metres in Ls constructed on or after 1st. July, 1998.

12)

Any reference hereinafter to regulations refers to the set of regulations contained in this Part.

The Director may, for a particular ship or group of ships, accept alternative arrangements if he is satisfied that at least the same degree of safety as represented by these Regulations is achieved.

This Part applies to cargo ships constructed on or after 1st. February,