CCS issues safety guidelines for locations under survey

China Classification Society (CCS) has published guidelines for safety of locations under survey.

These guidelines were published on 8 May 2024 and will enter into force on 1 July 2024.

The document outlines safety protocols for a variety of surveys carried out in different settings. These surveys encompass:

Surveys in areas where there's a risk of pressure release accidents.
Surveys in locations housing operational machinery.
Surveys in areas prone to electric shock hazards.
Surveys in environments containing toxic or harmful substances.
Surveys in locations where there's a risk of being struck by moving or falling objects.
Surveys in areas susceptible to structural collapse.
Surveys in locations with radiation exposure.
Surveys involving pickup by traffic boats.

Moreover, the document addresses surveys conducted in specific contexts such as ships, offshore installations, shipyards, and marine product manufacturing sites. It outlines safety measures tailored to these settings, covering aspects like inspections, confined spaces, falls from heights, handling flammable or explosive materials, managing extreme temperatures, and more.

For more information, please see the document below (available only to subscribers):