Guidelines on the shared use of sensors for survey and positioning purposes
- Recommended Practice
- Revision 0.3 - February 2026
This document provides guidelines on the shared use of sensors for survey and positioning purposes, highlighting the importance of performance, redundancy, and risk mitigation.
Contents
Glossary
Introduction and overview
Differences in requirements for DP and survey operations
System redundancy
Risks associated with shared use of sensors
Operational configuration and documentation
Procedures for installing temporary survey systems
Conclusions and recommendations
Example risk identification and assessment
References
Revision
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Rev. 0.3 - February 2026References to IMCA S012 and IMCA S018 (which have been withdrawn) superseded by reference to IMCA S024 Guidance on satellite-based positioning systems for offshore applications
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Rev. 0.2 - March 2024Refresh of preface, references and layout, but no change to content
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Rev. 0.1 - July 2020Minor amendments
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Rev. - May 2015Initial publication