Safety interface document for a DP vessel working near an offshore platform

  • Recommended Practice
  • Revision 2.1 - September 2021

This document provides comprehensive guidelines for ensuring safety when Dynamic Positioning (DP) vessels operate near offshore structures. It includes checklists, procedures, and responsibilities to ensure compatibility and safety.

Contents

  • Introduction 

  • Purpose 

  • Scope 

  • Combined Safety Management System (SMS) Objectives 

  • Management, Structure, Responsibilities and Accountabilities 

  • Communications 

  • Work Procedures 

  • Management of Materials and Services 

  • Personnel, Resources and Competencies 

  • Verification, Monitoring, Auditing and Reviews 

  • References 

  • Appendix 1 – Safety Interface Checklist for a DP Vessel Working Near an Offshore Structure


Revision

  • Rev. 2.1 - December 2023
    Page 2, document template and bookmarking updated; no change to content
  • Rev. 2 - September 2021
    Updated to include reference to DP decision support tools for manned and unmanned structures
  • Rev. 1 - September 2016
    Minor editorial amendments made during review process
  • Rev. - July 1997