BV releases new rule note for service supplier approval

Classification Society Bureau Veritas (BV) has published new rule note on approval of service suppliers.

The document NR533 R12 was published on 1 February 2024.

Explore this comprehensive guide detailing the necessary prerequisites, procedures, and specific criteria for different types of service suppliers. The document features a detailed table listing additional requirements pertinent to various services. The certification process entails document submission, auditing, witnessing of service performance, and the issuance of a Certificate of Approval, which necessitates renewal every three years or upon expiration of approval from equipment manufacturers. Cancellation of approval may occur due to various reasons; however, re-approval is feasible following the rectification of non-conformities.

Furthermore, specific requirements are outlined for service suppliers engaged in inspections and measurements concerning ships and mobile offshore units. These prerequisites encompass qualifications, training, equipment specifications, procedural guidelines, and reporting protocols tailored to each service type. Emphasizing the significance of verification by attending surveyors, the document underscores the importance of meticulous record-keeping and documentation maintenance.

Additionally, detailed provisions and qualifications are delineated for service suppliers involved in commissioning testing of Ballast Water Management Systems (BWMS), condition monitoring, maintenance activities, and operations within the SMART class notation. Exhaustive requirements and procedural guidelines for each domain, including qualifications, training protocols, equipment specifications, and documentation procedures, are elaborated upon, ensuring comprehensive coverage of all relevant areas.