ABS Class Notations Table - Towmasters: the Master of Towing ...
ABS Class Notations Table - Towmasters: the Master of Towing ...
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Å<strong>ABS</strong> <strong>Notations</strong> and Symbols – 3 November 2003 (Updated on 25 January 2007)<br />
Common <strong>Notations</strong> and Symbols<br />
NOTATION<br />
À PAS<br />
DESCRIPTION<br />
This notation is assigned to non-self propelled vessels fitted with thrusters intended to assist in<br />
maneuvering or propelling while under tow, and <strong>the</strong> arrangements are in accordance with <strong>the</strong><br />
applicable requirements <strong>of</strong> Part 4, Chapter 3 <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> <strong>ABS</strong> Rules for Building and <strong>Class</strong>ing Steel<br />
Vessels. The Maltese Cross À symbol signifies that compliance with <strong>the</strong>se Rules was verified by <strong>the</strong><br />
Bureau during construction <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> vessel. This includes survey <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> machinery at <strong>the</strong> manufacturer’s<br />
plant (where required), during installation on board <strong>the</strong> vessel; and during trials.<br />
REFERENCES<br />
4-3-5/1.3.2 <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> Rules for Building and <strong>Class</strong>ing Steel Vessels<br />
REMARKS<br />
Optional <strong>Class</strong> Notation<br />
Example – À A1, Chemical Tank Barge, À PAS…