Foreword
1 Scope
2 Normative references
3 Terms and definitions
4 Definition and ability of the LNG transfer systems
4.1 System requirement
4.2 Overall safety philosophy
4.3 Overall functional targets and requirements
4.4 Design principles and risk assessment methodology
4.5 Design principles
4.6 Risk assessment
4.6.1 Hazard identification
4.6.2 Risk analysis
4.6.3 Risk assessment
4.6.4 Acceptance criteria
4.7 Safety-critical elements
4.8 Performance standards
4.9 Risk reduction
5 New design qualification
5.1 Design qualification
5.2 Technology assessment
5.3 Risk assessment: failure mode identification
5.4 Analysis and testing
5.5 Reliability analysis
5.6 Compliance statements
6 Design basis and criteria of a LNG transfer system
6.1 General
6.2 Supporting structures and equipment
6.3 Transfer line diameter and product data
6.4 Dimensions and clearances
6.5 Stress analysis
6.6 Dynamic behaviour (cyclic motions amplitude, speed
and fatigue)
6.7 Special loads situations
6.8 Product swivel joints and structural bearings
6.9 Connecting/disconnecting device
6.10 Handling for connection, disconnection, storing
6.11 Communications, evacuation and rescue
6.12 Others
7 Safety precautions
7.1 Introduction
7.2 Communication
7.3 Approach and control monitoring berthing and
connection process
7.4 Position monitoring, alarm and shut down system
for the LNG transfer systems
7.5 ERS system
7.6 Safety interfaces
7.7 Control of fluid transfer
8 Connection with the LNGC
8.1 Two main categories of LNG transfer systems are
anticipated:
8.2 Additional requirements for the ship shall address:
8.3 In order maximise the level of standardisation the
following guidance shall be observed:
8.4 Systems and equipment for the position control of the
LNG carrier during berthing, connection and transfer:
9 Operating and control design
10 Inspection and tests
11 Quality assurance and control
12 Documentation
Annex A (normative) - Procedure for deviation from the full
standard
Bibliography