DEVELOPMENT OF RULES FOR CLASSIFICATION OF WINDFARMS SERVICE CRAFT

摘要

In 2011 DNV GL released the first editions of its rules for Windfarm Service Craft, tailored for craft intended for transport of technical workers to offshore windfarms. Two sets of rules were initially released, with the common object to raise the safety consciousness in the industry by setting an internationally recognized standard. One was intended for non-convention craft carrying up to 12 workers in addition to the ship's crew while the other rule set was for vessels carrying up to 60 workers. While the former has gained a widespread recognition and has been constantly updated as the industry has evolved the latter has, so far, turned out less successful due to lack of internationally accepted terms for and definition of workers. This paper will describe how DNV GL has worked with the industry and flag authorities to develop these rules as well as DNV GL's continuous involvement in this market for both types of craft.