JHARKHAND
INLAND VESSELS RULES, 2020
PREAMBLE
In exercise of the powers conferred in
sections 19, 19R, 29, 30, 30A, 52, 53, 54 and 67 of the Inland Vessels Act,
1917 (Act, No. 1 of 1917) read with section 21 of the General Clauses Act, 1897
(Act No. 10 of 1897) and in supersession of the rules defining the procedure to
be adopted for the survey and registration of Inland Motor Vessels in Bihar
State publication for survey in government Notification No. 2057 VIS-I-Com
dated May, 21, 1935 in Bihar and Orissa Gazette, dated May, 29, 1935 and in
Government notification No. 4058-VIS-5-Com dated September, 23, 1936 in the
Bihar Gazette, dated September 30, 1936, Bihar Inland Steam Vessels Survey
Rules 1935 and its amendment rule 1936 and Bihar Inland Steam Vessels
Registration Rule 1951 for registration published in Government Notification
No. IVS-4-1025/51L-190 dated October 1, 1951 in the Bihar Gazette, dated
October 15, 1951, the Governor of Jharkhand is pleased to make the following
rules for their previous publication as required under section 74 of the said
Act:-
CHAPTER 1
PRELIMINARY
Rule - 1. Short, Title and Commencement.
(i)
These
rules may be called Jharkhand Inland Vessels Rules, 2020.
(ii)
It
shall come into force with effect from the date of their publication in the
official Gazette and shall apply on Inland Vessels plying in whole State of
Jharkhand except as otherwise provided in these Rules.
(a)
An
inland vessel shall not proceed on any voyage, or be used for any service
unless she has a certificate of survey in force and applicable to such voyage
or service.
(b)
Nothing
in this para shall apply to any Inland vessel proceeding on a voyage during the
interval between the time at which her certificate of survey expires and the
time at which it is first practicable to have the certificate renewed.
Rule - 2. Definitions.
In these rules, unless there is anything
repugnant in the subject or context-
(a)
"Act"
means the Inland Vessels Act, 1917;
(b)
"Builder"
means the person in overall control of design, construction, fitting and
delivery of Vessels and includes a person who has engine for fitting on hull or
shell, or who has constructed super structure on hull or shell, and also
includes his representative;
(c)
"Candidate"
means a candidate desirous of obtaining a certificate of competency under the
Inland Vessels Act, 1917;
(d)
"Cargo"
includes livestock;
(e)
"Central
Rules" means rules made by the Central Government under the Act or the
Inland Waterways Authority of India Act, 1985;
(f)
"Certificate
of Competency" means a certificate of competency granted under these rules
to act as an engineer, master, or engine driver, serang on board of inland
Mechanically Propelled Vessel;
(g)
"Deputy
Commissioner" includes the Deputy Commissioner/ Additional Collector and
if specially authorized in this behalf by the Deputy Commissioner includes any
other Additional Collector;
(h)
"Dumb
Barge" means a vessels under Act without mechanical propulsion or
pressure-oriented propulsion but towed by a vessel so powered;
(i)
"Examiner"
means an Examiner appointed as such by the State Government under section 20 of
the Act. National Inland Navigation Institute, Patna shall be as deemed
examiner from the date of coming in force of these rules.
(j)
"Chief
Examiner under section 21 of the Act, means State Transport Commissioner, Jharkhand
or any other officer authorized by the State Government.
(k)
"Form"
means a form appended to these Rules;
(l)
"National
Waterway" means a waterway, or part thereof, notified as such by the
Inland Waterways Authority of India;
(m)
"Registering
Authority" means an officer appointed as such under clause (b) of
subsection (1) of section 19B of the Act who may be Joint Transport
Commissioner or any officer authorized by the State Government;
(n)
"Schedule"
means a Schedule appended to these Rules;
(o)
"Director
Inland Water Transport" means the State Transport Commissioner or any
other officer authorized in this behalf by the State Government;
(p)
"Chief
Surveyor" means the State Transport Commissioner, Jharkhand or any other
officer authorized by State Government appointed under sub-section 4 of section
9 of the Act for issuing the survey certificate of the vessels;
(q)
"Approved
Consultant" means a naval architect or a marine engineer qualified to
certify the safe construction of hull/machinery of the vessel for the purpose
of survey and dully approved by the competent authority;
(r)
"Approved
Classification Society" means a classification society duly approved by
Government or is a member/associate member of International Association of
Classification Society (IACS);
(s)
"Convoy"
means a group of vessels, floating equipment or raft towed or pushed by a
mechanically propelled vessel;
(t)
"Dangerous
Goods" shall have the meaning as provided in the Merchant Shipping Act,
1958;
(u)
"Mechanically
Propelled Vessel" means every description of vessel propelled wholly or in
part by electricity, steam or other mechanical power including dumb vessel
towed by the mechanically propelled vessel and vessel propelled by outboard
motor;
(v)
"Surveyor"
means any such person or member of agency such as-
(i)
Indian
Register of Shipping (IRS),
(ii)
International
Classification Society,
(iii)
Institute
of Marine Engineers or Company of Master Mariner of India, and
(iv)
Surveyor
appointed by Principal National Inland Navigation Institute, Patna and
appointed as per rule 4(a) by chief surveyor at such place as he considers
necessary for the purposes of these rules.
(w)
"Inland
Vessels" or "Inland Mechanically Propelled Vessel" means a
mechanically propelled vessel as defined in the principal Act and further
classified into Category-A, Category-B as per Rule 3;
(x)
"Inland
Water" means any canal, river, lake or other navigable water;
(y)
"Passenger"
includes any person carried in a mechanically propelled vessel other than the
master, crew, the owner, his family and servants;
(z)
"State"
means state of Jharkhand and "Government" means the Government of
Jharkhand.
CHAPTER 2
SURVEY OF INLAND VESSELS
Rule - 3.
(i)
Categorization
of Vessels.
For the purpose of survey, inland vessels are
categorized in to two groups-
CATEGORY- A
(a)
Vessels
driven with more than 300 HP on board engine.
(b)
Vessel
with upper deck.
(c)
Vessel
with FRP hull having passenger capacity of more than 25.
(d)
Vessels
with more than 15m length.
(e)
Hover
Craft and Hydrofoils.
CATEGORY- B
(a)
All
mechanically vessels not included in Category A.
(b)
Non
motorized barge/vessels towed by mechanized vessels not included in category A.
(c)
All
vessels driven with engine upto 300 Horse Power.
(ii)
Procedure
of Survey & Construction-
(a)
Category-A
vessels are required to be built under the class survey of a Classification
Society.
(b)
Category-B
vessels are required to be built under inspection of Chief Surveyor who will be
assisted by certified Naval Architects/ Marine Engineers holding 1st class
certificate of competency for approval of drawing, survey and classification
etc throughout all stages of construction and other occasions of survey.
(iii)
Every
application for survey of an inland vessel shall be made by owner or master of
the vessel in Form-1 along with a fee specified in rule 9 directly to the
authorized surveyor or at any other such place notified by the State Government
within a period of fifteen days before from the date of taking delivery of such
vessels, excluding the period of journey, who shall forward the application for
survey to the concerned Chief Surveyor/ State Transport Commissioner.
(iv)
Upon
receipt of an application under sub-rule (3), the surveyor shall fix the date
and time at which the survey shall commence, and shall give a notice in Form-2
to the owner or master of inland vessels informing him the date and time so fixed
and requiring him to make all necessary preparations for the survey. The notice
shall be given at least seven days before the date fixed for the survey. A
survey shall be made on any day except Sunday and holidays. On request of the
owner or master of an Inland Vessel, survey may be made on Sunday or holidays
on payment of additional fees as specified in this behalf in rule 12.
(v)
Place
of survey will be any such place that may be notified in the Gazette by the
State Government under clause (a) of sub-section (1) of section 4 of Inland
Vessel Act, 1917. A surveyor's fees of Rs. 2000/- per day/visit, or any rate
fixed by State Transport Commissioner from time to time, plus conveyance,
boarding and lodging expenses of the surveyor for making survey shall be borne
by the owner or master of the inland vessel.
(vi)
If
every part of the inland vessels is not ready for survey at the appointed date
and time or if requisite preparation has not been made for the survey by the
owner or master of the inland vessel, the surveyor may, for reasons to be
recorded, fix some other date and time for survey.
(vii)
If
due to unavoidable reason the Surveyor is unable to remain present on the date
and time fixed for survey, he shall send the earliest possible information to
the owner or master of the inland vessel and shall fix some other date and time
for the survey.
(viii)
The
owner or master of the inland vessel shall be liable to pay a penalty at the
rate of rupees hundred per day if the application for survey is not made within
the period specified in sub-rule (3) provided that, the State Transport
Commissioner may for valid and sufficient reasons to be recorded by him reduce
such fine to a maximum of fifty per cent, thereof.
(ix)
The
survey of Inland Vessels shall be completed within one month from the date of
the receipt of application for survey.
(x)
Where
the survey cannot be completed within one month from the date of the receipt of
application owing to no fault of the owner or master of the Inland Vessel,
sufficient valid reasons for such delay shall be shown by the surveyor to the
Chief Surveyor.
(xi)
If
it is proved that survey was delayed due to willful negligence of the owner or
master of the Inland Vessel or his authorized representative a penalty equal to
double of the survey fee for each completed month or part thereof shall be
payable by such owner or master, as the case may be.
Rule - 4. The surveyor should have following minimum qualifications.
(i)
(a)
Should be a Marine/ Mechanical/ Electrical Engineer having minimum 5 years of
sailing experience after first certificate of competency.
(b) Having obtained minimum Second class
Motor/ Steam MOT Certificate, issued by Director General of Shipping,
Government of India or equivalent international certificate, with minimum 2
years sailing experience after having obtained such a certificate or master
mariner with 5 years of experience after having obtained master's certificate
issued by Director General of Shipping, Government of India or equivalent
international certificate.
(c) In case of surveyor being an agency, the
concerned agency shall have personnel with above qualification on their
panel/role.
(ii)
The
Surveyor shall survey the engine, boiler, all machineries, hull, equipments,
passenger's accommodation, fire fighting and life saving equipment and determine
the number of passengers and the nature and quantum of cargo which the vessel
is fit to carry. The Surveyor shall also examine the certificate of the master,
serangs, the engineer and engine driver and electrical operator on vessels or
vessels having electrical machineries operating on 400 volt and above to ensure
that the same are in accordance with the provisions of the Act and these rules.
The surveyor shall also inspect the light and sound signals to ascertain that
the light and sound signals are in good condition to prevent collision on
waterways.
Rule - 5.
(i)
The
declaration of surveyor shall be given in Form-3 which shall be duly filled and
signed by the Surveyor. It shall be sent within fourteen (14) days by the ship
owner to such officer as notified the State Government under sub-section (1) of
section 8 of the Act; else a charge as prescribed in form 5 for delay shall be
levied.
(ii)
(a)
If the surveyor finds any defect in the hull, machinery or equipment of the
Inland Vessels, he shall, before refusing to give the declaration under section
7 of the Act intimate in Form-4 to the owner or master of the Inland Vessels or
his authorized representative pointing out the defects and require him to make
necessary repairs to make good the defects.
(b) If the Owner/Master of a mechanically
propelled vessel is dissatisfied with the survey report of first surveyor, an
application from the Owner/ Master and payment of fees which shall be double of
previous survey, the State Transport Commissioner shall appoint two surveyors.
Any declaration given by them or refusal to give declaration shall be final.
Rule - 6.
(i)
A
notice under clause (b) of sub-section (1) of section 9 of the Act shall be
given in Form-5.
(ii)
A
Certificate of Survey under section 9 of the Act shall be granted in Form-6 for
category A vessels or Form-7 for Category B vessels as the case may be. The
owner or master of the mechanically propelled vessel, for which a certificate
of survey has been granted, shall forthwith, on the receipt of the certificate,
cause one of the duplicates thereof to be affixed and kept affixed so long as
it remains in force and the [mechanically propelled vessel] is in use, on some
conspicuous part of the [mechanically propelled vessel] where it may be easily
read by all persons on board.
(iii)
The
certificate of survey shall not be in force-
(a)
After
the expiry of one year from the date thereof; or
(b)
After
the expiry of the period (if less than one year) for which the hull, boiler,
engines or other machinery, or any of the equipments of the mechanically
propelled vessel to which the certificate relates have been stated in the
certificate to be sufficient; or
(c)
After
notice has been given by the Government of Jharkhand to the owner or master of
the mechanically propelled vessel that the Government has cancelled or
suspended it.
(iv)
The
certificate of survey shall not be in force in any State by virtue of any
endorsement in respect of that State, after notice has been given by the State
Government of Jharkhand to the owner or master of a mechanically propelled
vessel that Government has cancelled or suspended the endorsement.
(v)
The
certificate of survey or any endorsement thereon made under section 10A may be
suspended or cancelled by the Government of Jharkhand if the Government has
reason to believe-
(a)
that
the declaration by the surveyor of the sufficiency and good condition of the
hull, boilers, engines or other machinery or of any of the equipments of the
mechanically propelled vessel has been fraudulently or erroneously made; or
(b)
that
the certificate has otherwise been granted upon false or erroneous information;
or
(c)
that
since the making of the declaration the hull, boilers, engines or other
machinery, or any of the equipments of the mechanically propelled vessel have
sustained any material injury, or have otherwise become insufficient.
(vi)
On
suspension or cancellation of endorsement made under section 10A on a
certificate of survey, the Chief surveyor or State Transport Commissioner shall
report the fact of suspension or cancellation, together with the reasons
therefore, to the State Government which (or whose delegate) granted the
certificate.
(vii)
Under
Section 54(c) of the Inland Vessel Act 1917 if vessel is not insured, the
vessel cannot be used for cargo and/or passenger service.
Rule - 7.
(i)
On
the application made by the owner or his authorized representative or master of
an Inland Vessels, as per procedure laid down in rule-3, the validity of a
certificate of survey may be extended up to three months in Form-8 on the
exigencies of the situation and if the surveyor recommends for the grant of the
certificate for that period.
(ii)
Dry
docking period may be revalidated beyond four years or three years (for
carriers of petroleum products) docking period, as the case may, be on
exigencies of the situation and on application by the owner, or his authorized
representative or master of an Inland Vessels as per rule 3 on deposit of full
survey fees. The extension of validity of the docking period shall not exceed
one year provided the surveyor recommends the grant of validity for that period
and the Inland Vessel is surveyed by him.
(iii)
If
the vessels has been fully surveyed, but in the opinion of the surveyor the
hull, equipment or machinery of the Inland Vessel are declared to be sufficient
only for a specific period being less than one year, the full annual fees for
survey shall be payable.
Rule - 8.
(i)
Every
Vessel to which these rules apply shall be subjected to the survey as specified
below-
(a)
before
a new vessel is put in service (Initial Survey);
(b)
periodical
survey once every twelve months including survey of hull, machinery and
equipment;
(c)
four
years dry docking survey, will include dry docking and detailed check on
machinery wear and tear followed by satisfactory running trials;
(d)
additional
surveys as and when necessary.
(ii)
(a)
The survey before the Inland Vessel is put in service shall include a complete
inspection of the hull, machinery and equipments. The survey shall be such as
to ensure that arrangements, materials, scantlings of hull, boilers and their
appurtenances, fire appliances and other equipments fully comply with the
provisions of these rules. The survey shall also be such as to ensure that the
workmanship of all parts of the vessel and equipments are in all respects
satisfactory.
Provided that the bottom of the vessel which
has been surveyed during the construction need not be examined by a surveyor
before the vessel is launched unless the surveyor has special reasons for
considering it necessary.
(b) The periodical survey shall include an
inspection of the whole of the hull, boilers, machinery and equipments
including the outside of the vessel's bottom in dry dock. The survey shall be
such as to ensure that hull, machinery and equipments is in satisfactory
condition and fit for the service for which the vessel is intended and that it
complies with the requirements of these rules.
(c) A survey either general or partial,
according to circumstances, shall be made-
(i)
Every
time an accident occurs or a defect is discovered which affects the safety of
the vessel;
(ii)
Its
efficiency or completeness of its equipment or whenever any important repair or
renewal are made;
(iii)
Whenever
a request for extensions of certificates of survey is being considered.
(d) The survey shall be such as to ensure
that the necessary repairs or renewals have been effectively made and the
material and workmanship of such repairs or renewals are in all respects
satisfactory and the Inland Vessel is fit for the service for which it is
intended.
(iii)
After
the survey of the Inland Vessel has been completed, no change shall be made
without approval of surveying authority.
Rule - 9.
For the purpose of a survey under these
rules, the fee shall be payable by the owner or master of the vessel at the
rates given in Schedule- IV.
CHAPTER 3
REGISTRATION OF INLAND VESSELS
Rule - 10.
(i)
An
inland vessel shall not proceed on any voyage or be used for any service unless
it has a certificate of registration in force in respect thereof and granted
under the Inland Vessels Act. Every application for registration of an Inland
Vessel shall be made by the owner or master of the vessel to the Registering
Authority in Form -10.
(ii)
When
registration is required to be made at a place other than the place where the
owner resides or carries business or if the owner is a company, at a place
other than the place where the registered office of the company is situated,
the application for registration shall be accompanied by a copy of the letter
conveying the approval of registration from the State Government in which the
owner resides or carries on business or the company has its registered office.
(iii)
Every
application for registration of an Inland Vessel shall be accompanied by a
treasury Challan/Bank draft/ E-payment receipt showing the deposit of
registration fees as mentioned in Schedule-I.
(iv)
While
applying for registration of an Inland Vessel, the owner or master of the
vessel shall furnish-
(a)
In
the case of a newly built vessel, the builder's certificate and inspection
certificate issued by the surveyor along with approved drawing of the vessel,
documents relating to purchase of the vessel and document of its ownership.
(b)
In
the case of renovated vessels, builder's certificate and inspection certificate
issued by the surveyor along with approved drawing of the vessel and document
of its ownership.
(c)
Copy
of insurance certificate as per Chapter VI A, Section 54C of the Act.
Rule - 11.
Registration of an Inland Vessel shall be
made after survey of the vessel according to provisions of the Act and the
rules and after production of certificate of survey.
Rule - 12.
(i)
On
receipt of an application for registration of an inland vessel, the Registering
Authority shall give a notice in Form-11 to the owner or master of the vessel
informing him the date and time for inspection of the vessel.
(ii)
It
shall be the duty of the owner or master of the inland vessel to furnish such
other information as may be required by the registering authority.
Rule - 13.
Every inland vessel shall be marked
permanently and conspicuously to the satisfaction of the registering authority
as follows:-
(i)
Inland
Vessel name shall be marked on each of its bows or at a suitable place on the
superstructure and the inland vessels name and the name of its place of
registration shall be marked on its stern on a dark background in transparent letters
or on a transparent background in black letter which shall not be less than 15
centimeter in height and 2 centimeter in breadth.
(ii)
Inland
Vessels registration mark and the number denoting its registered tonnage shall
be cut in on its main beam or any permanent bulkhead at a prominent place. The
letters and figures of the registration marks shall not be less than 15cm. X.
10 cm.
(iii)
Scale
of draught marks shall be cut or welded in meters and decimeters, forward and
rear of Inland vessels on both the port and the starboard side.
(iv)
Inland
vessels load line shall be cut or welded 300cm. long and 35mm. wide and shall
coincide with maximum draught level of the inland vessel in fair weather
conditions.
(v)
The
maximum draught level mark line will be below deck level not less than 62 cm.
The space as per requirement will be taken space all around the vessel on deck
level.
Rule - 14.
(i)
The
registering authority shall after satisfying itself grant a certificate of
registration in Form-12. It shall be the duty of the owner or master of the
inland vessel to produce it on demand by authority engaged in the enforcement
of Act and rules. The certificate may also be in electronic form like smart
card, in place of Form-12.
(ii)
In
special circumstances and for reason to be recorded in writing, the registering
authority may grant a temporary pass to an inland vessel to enable it to ply
during the period of the preparation of certificate of registration. The pass
shall be in Form No. 13 and for the time and within the limit therein
mentioned. The said pass shall be valid for 30 days and shall have the same
effect as a certificate of registration subject to the conditions laid down in
the pass.
Rule - 15.
A book of registration shall be maintained by
the registering authority in Form-14 separately for each vessel registered and
shall contain inter alia of the particulars given in the certificate of
registration. It should be bound volumes with machined numbered pages. It can
be in electronic form also.
Rule - 16.
(i)
When
the registered of inland vessel is altered so as not to correspond with the
particulars relating to its tonnage and or description as shown in the book of
registration, the onus of having the alteration recorded by the registering
authority shall be on the owner or master of the inland vessel. The inland
vessel shall be required to be registered if the registering authority so
directs for reasons to be stated for such direction. The registering authority
in deciding whether alteration will be recorded or whether the inland vessel
should be registered a new shall be guided by the following considerations-
(a)
Whenever
any material alteration is made in the hull affecting the length or breadth or
depth of the inland vessel or wherever there is alteration in the means of
propulsion including addition or removal of an auxiliary engine the vessel
shall require new registration.
(b)
Where
the alteration consists merely of a change in the dimensions of close in space,
the addition or removal of poop or deckhouse etc. or an allowance or
disallowance or crew space of other similar change or an alteration from motor
or steam crew to another motor or steam crew or reverse, the registering
authority may allow such alteration to be recorded provided the stability of
the vessel is not endangered thereby.
(ii)
The
owner shall report in Form-15 to the registering authority of such alteration
within one month of the alteration taking place mentioning therein the place
where the vessel is registered and giving complete particulars regarding
alteration made.
(iii)
Fee
as specified in the Schedule-I shall be payable along with such application.
The registration certificate of the inland vessel shall be surrendered by the
owner along with other supporting documents for recording the alterations made
or for registration if the registering authority so directs.
(iv)
The
registering authority shall, after satisfying itself that the inland vessels is
not defective in hull, machinery or equipment and is river worthy, either issue
a fresh certificate of registration or make such alteration in the certificate
of registration in force as he may deem necessary. If the registering authority
is of the view that a fresh survey should be conducted before issue of fresh
certificate of registration, he shall direct the owner to apply for survey.
Such survey shall be completed within one month.
(v)
In
case the registering authority directs that the vessel be registered a new, the
registering authority shall provisionally endorse the particulars of the
alteration on the existing certificates.
Rule - 17.
The owner or master of an inland vessel may
apply for transfer of registration of his vessel in Form-16. The application
for such transfer shall be made to the registering authority where the inland
vessel is registered along with fees as specified in Schedule-I paid through
treasury Challan/Bank draft/E-payment receipt and a certificate of registration
in respect of the vessel. If the transfer is to be made to another state, an
authenticated copy of approval of the Central or State Government to such
transfer shall be attached with the application. The registering authority on
receipt of such application and on satisfying himself that there is no ground
of objection for such transfer, forward the same to the registering authority
of the intended place of registration and shall return the certificate of
registration to the applicant after making necessary entries in his book or
registration and on the certificate.
Rule - 18.
The application of transferring registration
should be accompanied by a treasury Challan/Bank draft/ E-payment receipt
showing that the fees as specified in the Schedule-I. Such transfer of
ownership shall be executed in Form-17. The deed of sale shall bear stamped fee
as applicable. Every such deed of sale being duly executed shall be produced
before the registering authority of the place where the inland vessel is
registered and the registering authority shall thereupon enter in the
registration book, the name of the transferee as owner/co-sharer of the inland
vessel and shall endorse on the deed of sale that such entry has been made
together with date and time. Within 30 days of transfer of ownership of the
inland vessel/entry of one of co-sharer, the transferor and transferee shall
jointly make a report of the transfer to the registering authority within the
local limits of whose jurisdiction the transferee resides or carries on
business together with deed of sale and the treasury Challan/Bank draft/
E-payment receipt showing fees as specified in the Schedule-I have been paid.
The registering authority on satisfaction that the documents are in order and
that the inland vessel is not defective shall enter the particulars of the
transfer of ownership of the vessel in the certificate of registration. The
application for transfer of ownership shall be made in Form-18 along with fees
in treasury Challan/Bank draft/ E-payment receipt as specified in the
Schedule-I.
Rule - 19.
(i)
If
at any time a certificate of registration is lost, the owner shall forthwith
intimate the fact in writing to the registering authority by whom the
certificate was issued and shall apply in Form-19 to the said authority for
issue of duplicate certificate. The application for duplicate certificate shall
be accompanied by treasury Challan/Bank draft/E-payment receipt indicating
payment of fee at the rate specified in schedule-1. The mutilated certificate
where a duplicate is sought because of mutilation shall also be deposited along
with the application.
(ii)
On
receipt of such application, the registering authority shall issue a duplicate
certificate with the word duplicate certificate and stamped boldly in red ink
thereon.
(iii)
If
a duplicate certificate of registration has been issued upon the original
having been lost and the original is subsequently found by the holder of the
duplicate certificate, the original certificate shall be deposited forthwith by
him to the registering authority.
Rule - 20.
(i)
Any
person preferring an appeal against the orders of the registering authority in
respect of any matter relating to the registration of vessels shall do so in
writing to the secretary to the state Government in Transport Department in the
Performa in triplicate within thirty days from the receipt of the order of the
registering authority accompanied by a certified copy of the order and treasury
Challan/Bank draft/E-payment receipt after depositing the fee mentioned in
Schedule-I.
(ii)
Upon
receipt of memorandum of appeal in accordance with sub-rule (1), the appellate
authority shall fix the time and place for hearing and shall not give less than
fifteen days notice to the appellant, the registering authority and any other
person interested in the appeal.
Rule - 21.
(i)
The
registering authority or any officer authorized by the State Government in this
behalf may go onboard, detain, or inspect any vessel at any hour for the
purpose of satisfying himself that the provision of the Act, are being complied
with. It shall be the duty and responsibility of the owner or master of the
inland vessel to give all reasonable assistance to the inspecting officer in
carrying out the inspection and to comply with any lawful directions that he
may give.
(ii)
In
case any inland vessel is detained, a report of the circumstances in which the
detention is ordered shall be sent to the registering authority and the State
Transport Commissioner within forty eight hours.
(iii)
The
registering authority at any time, if satisfied that the vessel is in a condition
not fit to ply in the Inland water, suspend the registration of the vessel and
require the owner thereof to surrender forth with certificates of survey and
registration in respect of that vessel. Before cancellation, the owner of the
vessel should be given an opportunity to be heard. A registering authority may
also suspend/cancel a certificate of registration if the vessel has been
destroyed or rendered permanently unfit for service.
(iv)
No
certificate shall be suspended under section 19N of the Act without giving
owner a reasonable opportunity of being heard in respect of the grounds on
which the suspension of the certificate is proposed.
CHAPTER 4 CERTIFICATE OF COMPETENCY TO ENGINEER AND ENGINE
DRIVERS OF INLAND VESSELS
Rule - 22. Minimum Crew/Manning.
The manning requirement under section 25,26,27 of the Act,
requirement of the Master, Engineer, Engine Driver, crew, lascars, greasers for
various categories of vessels to ensure safety of the passengers/cargo shall be
prescribed by the authority/surveyor with due consideration of the operating
conditions. No person who in the opinion of the surveyor/ competent officer is
not fully qualified or is inefficient shall be employed in any capacity in a
vessel.
Every vessel registered under these rules shall have
onboard minimum following crew when in operation.
(i)
For vessels having inboard engine of
565BHP or more-
(a)
One master with first class master's
certificate,
(b)
One engineer with engineer
certificate,
(c)
Two lascar,
(d)
One greaser.
(ii)
For vessels having inboard engine of
226BHP but less than 565BHP-a. One master with second class master's
certificate,
(a)
One engineer with 1st class engine
driver certificate,
(b)
One lascar,
(c)
One greaser,
(iii)
For vessels having inboard engine less
than 226BHP -
(a)
One master with Serang certificate,
(b)
One engineer with 2nd class engine
driver certificate,
(c)
One lascars,
(d)
One greaser.
Rule - 23.
(i)
Examination for the grant of
certificate of competency as inland vessel engineer, First class engine driver,
second class engine driver, shall be held by the examiner at such place on such
dates as may be published by examiner/ chief examiner.
(ii)
Every application for examination
shall be filled and submitted in Form-20 appended to these rules. The
application so filled shall be received at the examination centre, before the
date fixed for examination and shall be accompanied by-
(i)
attested copy of all the testimonials
of both practical and theoretical experience of the candidate;
(ii)
testimonials of good character from
the employer;
(iii)
receipt or challan showing that the
amount of fee prescribed hereunder for such examination at which the candidate
wishes to appear has been paid;
(iv)
any certificate granted to the
applicant under these rules;
(v)
two copies of recent bust photograph
bearing the signature or thumb impression of the application on the back;
(vi)
authentic proof of age.
(iii)
No candidate shall be granted
competency certificate unless he produces a medical certificate from a
Registered Medical Officer that he is medically fit to carry out jobs and board
inland vessels port crafts etc. and is not colour blind.
(iv)
All candidates who, desires to appear
for the examination of Competency as Engine Drivers and Engineers on Inland
Vessels should have completed the four basic safety courses from National
Inland Navigation Institute (NINI), Patna or from any other equivalent
recognized institute Or approved by DG Shipping, namely-
(a)
Elementary First Aid (EFA)
(b)
Proficiency in survival techniques
(PST)
(c)
Personal safety and social
responsibility (PSSR)
(d)
Fire Prevention and Fire fighting
(FPFF)
(v)
No candidate shall be granted
Certificate of Competency as Engine Drivers and Engineers on Inland Vessels
without passing the relevant examination of Competency specified hereunder.
(vi)
A candidate who has served as an
engineer of a vessel of the Coast Guard, Indian Navy or regular Army for a
period of 5 years may be granted a Certificate of Service as Engine Drivers and
Engineers on Inland Vessels, depending on the size of vessel served and on
successful completion of relevant preparatory course including the four basic
safety courses from National Inland Navigation Institute (NINI), Patna or from
any other equivalent recognized institute Or approved by DG Shipping.
(vii)
A certificate of service so granted as
per para (6) above shall have the same effect as a certificate of competency
granted under these Rules. A certificate of Service so issued shall be issued
in Form-30.
(viii)
The Chief Examiner may if he thinks
fit grant a license authorizing a person to act as master or engineer, as the
case may be of any inland mechanically propelled vessels having engines of one
hundred and seventy nominal horse-power or of such less nominal horse power as
he may deem fit who is in possession of a first-class, engine-driver's
certificate granted under these rules or an engine-driver's certificate granted
or deemed to be granted under the Merchant Shipping Act, 1958, and has, by
virtue of such certificate, served as an engine driver of an inland
mechanically propelled vessels having engines of not less than seventy nominal
horse-power for five years, for not less than two and a half years of which
period he has been the engine-driver of such vessel.
(ix)
Any license granted under para (8)
above shall remain in force only for such time as the person holding the same
is in the possession of engine-driver's certificate of the nature referred to
in para (8) above. Provided that the State Government may if it thinks fit,
suspend, cancel or vary the conditions of any such licenses.
(x)
Every certificate of competency or
service and every license granted under these rules shall be made in duplicate,
and one copy shall be delivered to the person entitled to the certificate, or
licence and the other shall be kept and recorded in the prescribed manner.
QUALIFICATIONS FOR CERTIFICATE OF COMPETENCY AS SECOND
CLASS ENGINE DRIVER OF INLAND MOTOR VESSELS
Rule - 24. A candidate shall not be admitted to the examination unless he.
(i)
is a citizen of India;
(ii)
has obtained 21 years of age on the
date of examination;
(iii)
is able to read and write Hindi in
Devnagri Script.
Rule - 25. Qualifications.
(i)
Such candidate shall have minimum
qualification of eighth Class pass in English or Hindi from recognized and knowledge
of regional language.
(ii)
Such candidate other than for armed
forces and paramilitary persons who desires to appear for examination of
Competency as Second Class Engine Driver of inland vessel should have undergone
Induction Training for Rating (Engine) at National Inland Navigation Institute
(NINI), Patna or from any other equivalent recognized institute Or approved by
DG Shipping.
If the first service is after promulgation of these rules
the training period of the respective course shall be considered as a service
for the purpose of computing the total qualifying service.
(iii)
Candidates should have attended
preparatory Course for Second Class Engine Driver at National Inland Navigation
Institute (NINI), Patna or from any other equivalent recognized institute Or
approved by DG Shipping.
(iv)
Such candidate should have served-
(a)
For a period of not less than four
years in the engine room of a motor vessel of not less than 226 brake horse
power, of which period not less than one year must have been served as
Assistant to Driver or total of four years service as GP rating or rating
(engine) of;
(b)
Which at least six month shall be on
Inland vessel plying in the Port/Inland Rivers of the State/candidate is
appearing for the examination of 2nd Class Engine Driver; or
(c)
For period of not less than five years
in the engine room of motor vessel having engines of not less than 85 brake
horse power, or six years in the engine-room of a vessel having engines of not
less than 40 brake horse power of which period not less than one year should
have been as Assistant to Driver or Oilman; or
(d)
Such candidate who has passed Matric
Examination from recognized school board must have three years of service at or
on Inland Waters, one year of which service must be as an Oilman or as an
Assistant to Driver and should have performed at least six months service on
board the vessel plying in the Port/Inland Rivers of the State/candidate is
appearing for the examination of 2nd Class Engine Driver;
(e)
Such candidates who have passed class X
( Matric) examination from recognized board and undergone one year Inland
Vessel Cadets Training at National Inland Navigation Institute (NINI), Patna or
from any other equivalent recognized institute Or approved by DG Shipping shall
have two years of services at sea or on Inland waters, if the total service has
been performed as Inland Vessel cadet apprentice with onboard vessel Structured
Training Program verified in record book and approved or conducted by National
Inland Navigation Institute (NINI), Patna or from any other equivalent
recognized institute Or approved by DG Shipping and should have performed at
least six months watch keeping service under qualified second class engine
driver or First class engine driver or Inland vessel Engineer on board the
vessel plying in the port/Inland Rivers of the Stated where the candidate is
appearing for the examination of second class engine driver.
Rule - 26. Knowledge required.
Such candidate shall-
(i)
Satisfactorily pass an examination on
the working of the various types of internal combustion engine and be able to
name the principal parts of the machinery;
(ii)
be required to know what attention is
required by various part of the machinery, understand the use and management of
the different valves, forks, pipes and connections and be familiar with the
various methods of supplying air and fuel to the cylinder;
(iii)
be required to be able to describe the
chief causes which may make the engine difficult to start and explain how he
would proceed to remedy any defects connected therewith; he shall be able to
show that he understands the mechanism of the starting and reversing
arrangements and that he is competent to deal with defects therein;
(iv)
be required to be able to overhaul an
engine, to adjust the working parts and to put the engine together again in
good working condition. He shall be required to understand how to make good the
result of ordinary wear and tear to the machinery and how to correct defects
from accidents;
(v)
be required to be familiar with the
nature and properties of the various fuel oils used in internal combustion
engines. He must understand what is meant by flash point; and
(vi)
be required to know the dangers
resulting from leakage from the fuel oil tanks and must understand the
precautions to be taken against explosion. He shall also able to take the
necessary precautions to guard against the escape of inflammable vapour from
the vapouriser when the engines are stopped. He must know how to deal with fire
if it break out;
(vii)
Practical test-The candidate shall
also be able, if required to show his practical knowledge by actually working
the engine of a motor vessel in the presence of the Examiner.
QUALIFICATION FOR CERTIFICATE OF COMPETENCY AS A FIRST
CLASS ENGINE DRIVERS OF INLAND MOTOR VESSELS
Rule - 27. A candidate for a Certificate of Competency as First Class Engine Driver of an inland motor vessel shall be not less than 21 years of age, and have following minimum qualifications.
(i)
Such candidates should possess
Certificate of Competency/service as 2nd Class.
(ii)
Such candidate, who desire to appear
for examination of Competency as First Class Engine Driver of an Inland motor
vessel should undergo Preparatory Course for 1st class engine deriver in
National Inland Navigation Institute (NINI), Patna or from any other equivalent
recognized institute Or approved by DG Shipping or from any other institute
recognized by Transport Department.
The training period of the respective course shall be
considered as a service of the purpose of computing the total qualifying service.
(iii)
Such candidate should have served-
(a)
for a period not less than one year as
Assistant to Engine driver on regular watch on the main engines of a motor
vessel of not less than 565 break horse power, while holding a Second Class
Engine Driver's Certificate for a motor vessel; or
(b)
for a period of not less than 24
months as Assistant to Engine Driver/Oilman with a Second Class Engine Driver's
Certificated of motor vessel in change of a watch on the main engine of a motor
vessel of not less than 226 brake horse power; or
(c)
for a period of not less than three
years in the engine room of a motor vessel of not less than 226 brake horse
power of which period not less than one year should have been served as an
assistant driver or oilman whilst holding a Second Class Engine Driver's
Certificate for motor vessels; or
(d)
for a period of not less than 18
months with a Second Class Engine driver's certificate for motor vessels as
driver in charge of the engine of a motor vessel of not less than 113 brake
horse power.
Rule - 28. Additional qualification.
(i)
Such a candidate shall pass
examination similar to that required by rule 26 for a Second Class Engine
Driver's Certificate but of a more advanced stage.
(ii)
Such candidate who desire to appear
for examination of Competency of First Class Engine Driver should be able to
overhaul an engine, to adjust the working parts and to put the engine together
again in good working condition. He shall also be required to understand how to
make good the result of ordinary wear and tear to the machinery and how to
correct defects for accidents. He should know valve setting and injector
setting of marine engine and be able to replace lines and head of engines with
appropriate knowledge of torque and head of engine with appropriate knowledge
for trouble shooting of engines.
QUALIFICATIONS FOR CERTIFICATE OF COMPETENCY AS INLAND
ENGINEERS OF INLAND MOTOR VESSELS
Rule - 29.
(i)
Age-A candidate for a Certificate of
Competency as Inland engineers of an inland motor vessel shall not be less that
21 years of age.
(ii)
Qualifications-
(a)
Such candidates who desire to appear
for examination of Competency of Inland Motor Vessel should undergo Preparatory
course for Inland Engineer in National Inland Navigation Institute (NINI),
Patna or from any other equivalent recognized institute Or approved by DG
Shipping.
The training period of the respective course shall be
considered as service for the purpose of computing the total qualifying
service.
(b)
(i) He should hold 1st Class Engine
Driver Competency Service Certificated under the Inland Vessels Act, 1917 (I.V.
Act 1 of 1917);
(ii) He should have worked for 18 months on a vessel having
engines more than 226BHP or he has to work more than 27 months on a vessel
having less than 226 BHP while holding 1st class engine driver certificate
issue under the Inland Vessels Act, 1917 (I.V. Act 1 of 1917).
(c)
Knowledge required- Such candidate
should-
(i)
be able to write a legible hand and
have a good knowledge of arithmetic up to and including vulgar and decimal
fractions and square root. He shall also be able to work out questions relating
to spring or level loaded safety and relief valve, consumption of oils and stores
capacities of tanks to bunkers, speed of vessels and other similar problem and
be to calculate suitable working pressures for air received of given dimensions
and the stress per square inch on crank and tunnel shafts and other parts of
the machinery when the necessary data are furnished;
(ii)
be able to give a clear explanation of
the principles on which oil, gas or other internal combustion of the principles
on which oil, gas or other internal combustion engine works, including the
methods of ignition, to point out the difference between them and to show by
means of illustrative sketches and otherwise, that he understands the details
of the constructions of those in general use;
(iii)
be familiar with the various methods
if supplying air and fuel to the cylinders in the different types of engines,
the constructions of the apparatus for carbureting, atomizing or gasifying the
fuel, and the means for cooling the cylinders, pistons, etc;
(iv)
have satisfactory knowledge of the
process employed in the construction of internal combustion engines in the
workshop and of the methods used in fitting the machinery on board a ship;
(v)
Know what attention is required by the
various parts of the machinery and understand the use and management of the
deferent valves, cocks, pipes and connections;
(vi)
be able to state and describe the
chief cause which may make the engine difficult to start and explain how he
would proceed to remedy any defects arising there from. He shall also be able
to show that he understands the mechanism of the starting and reversing
arrangements and is competent to deal with defects therein;
(vii)
understand how to make good the result
of ordinary wear and tear to the machinery, how to test the fairness of
shafting, etc. and how temporary or permanent repair could be affected in case
of derangement or total breakdown;
(viii)
understand the construction of the
pressure gauge, barometer, thermometer and other instruments used in the engine
room and the principle on which they work;
(ix)
understand the construction and
working knowledge of centrifugal bucket and plunger pumps and the principles on
which the work;
(x)
the provisions of the Inland Vessel
Rules for Life Saving, Fire Appliances and general discipline.
Rule - 30.
(i)
Examination for the grant of
certificate of competency as inland vessel Master Class I, Master Class II and
Serang shall be held by the examiner at such place on such dates as may be
published by the examination centre.
(ii)
Every application for examination
shall be filled and submitted in Form-20 appended to these rules. The
application so filled shall be received at the examination centre before the
date fixed for examination and shall be accompanied by-
(a)
Attested copy of all the testimonials
of both practical and theoretical experience of the candidate;
(b)
Testimonials of Good Character from
the Employer;
(c)
Receipt or challan showing that the
amount of fee prescribed hereunder for such examination at which the candidate
wishes to appear has been paid;
(d)
Any certificate granted to the
applicant under these rules;
(e)
Two copies of recent bust photograph
bearing the signature or thumb impression of the application on the back;
(f)
Authentic proof of age.
(iii)
All candidates who, desires to appear
for the examination of Competency as Serang, Second Class Master and First
Class Master should have completed the four basic safety courses From National
Inland Navigation Institute (NINI), Patna or from any other equivalent
recognized institute Or approved by DG Shipping namely-
(a)
Elementary First Aid (EFA)
(b)
Proficiency in Survival Techniques
(PST)
(c)
Personal Safety and Social
Responsibility (PSSR)
(d)
Fire Prevention and Fire Fighting
(FPFF)
(iv)
No candidate shall be granted
competency certificate unless he produces a medical certificate from a
Government Medical Officer that he is medically fit to carry out jobs and board
inland vessels port crafts etc. and normal colour vision and 6/6 vision in each
eye, and is not colour blind.
(v)
No candidate shall be granted
Certificate of Competency as Serang, Second Class Master and First Class Master
without passing the relevant examination of Competency specified hereunder.
(vi)
A candidate who has served as a
master, or as an engineer of a vessel of the Coast Guard, Indian Navy or
regular Army for a period of 5 years may be granted a certificate of service as
a first-class master, second-class master or serang, depending on the size of
vessel served and on successful completion of relevant preparatory course
including the four basic safety courses from National Inland Navigation
Institute (NINI), Patna or from any other equivalent recognized institute Or
approved by DG Shipping.
(vii)
A certificate of service granted as
per Para (6) shall have the same effect as a certificate of competency granted
under these Rules. A certificate of Service so issued shall be issued in
Form-30.
(viii)
The Chief Examiner may if he thinks
fit grant a license authorizing a person to act as master or engineer, as the
case may be of any inland mechanically propelled vessels having engines of one
hundred and seventy nominal horse-power or of such less nominal horse power as
he may deem fit who is in possession of a second-class master's certificate
granted as per these rules and has, by virtue of such certificate, acted as
master of an inland mechanically propelled vessels having engines of forty or
more nominal horse-power for a period of not less than five years.
(ix)
Any license granted under para (8)
above shall remain in force only for such time as the person holding the same
is in the possession of engine-driver's certificate of the nature referred to
in para (8) above. Provided that the State Government may if it thinks fit,
suspend, cancel or vary the conditions of any such licenses.
(x)
Every certificate of competency or
service and every license granted under these rules shall be made in duplicate,
and one copy shall be delivered to the person entitled to the certificate, or
license and the other; shall be kept and recorded in the prescribed manner.
Rule - 31. Qualification For Certificate Of Competency As A Serang.
(i)
A candidate shall not be admitted to
the examination, unless he-
(a)
is a citizen of India;
(b)
has obtained 21 years of age on the
date of examination;
(c)
is able to read and write Hindi in
Devnagri Script.
(ii)
Qualifications-A candidate for a
Certificates of Competency as Serang shall have minimum qualification of eighth
standard passed in English or Hindi or a regional language;
(iii)
Candidates who, desires to appear for
the examination of Competency as Serang should produce the Certificate of
Preparatory Training Course from National Inland Navigation Institute (NINI),
Patna or from any other equivalent recognized institute Or approved by DG
Shipping;
The training period of the respective course shall be considered
as a service for the purpose of computing the total qualifying service;
(iv)
Candidates other than for armed forces
and paramilitary persons, who desires to appear for the examination of
Competency as Serang should have undergone Rating Induction Training if the
date of beginning of first qualifying service is after these rules comes in
effect. The training period of the course shall be considered as a service for
the purpose of computing the total qualifying service;
(v)
Such candidates should have four years
of service at sea or on Inland Waters vessels having engine not less than
226BHP or for a period of five years on vessels having engine not less than
85BHP or for a period of six years of vessel having engine not less than 40BHP,
one year of which service shall be as helmsman or an Assistant to Master (Deck)
or Sukani and should have performed of at least six months service on board the
vessel plying in the port/Inland Rivers of the State where the Candidate is
appearing for the examination of Serangs; or
(vi)
Such candidates who have passed Matric
examination from recognized board and have three years of services at sea or on
Inland waters, one year of the service shall be helmsman or as Assistant to
Master or Sukani and should have performed at least six months service on board
the vessel plying in the port/Inland Rivers of the State where the candidate is
appearing for the examination of Serang; or
(vii)
Such candidates who have passed class
X ( Matric) examination from recognized board and undergone one year Inland
Vessel Cadets Training at National Inland Navigation Institute (NINI), Patna or
from any other equivalent recognized institute or approved by DG Shipping shall
have two years of services at sea or on Inland waters, if the total service has
been performed as Inland Vessel cadet apprentice with onboard vessel Structured
Training Program verified in record book and approved or conducted by NINI and
should have performed at least six months watch keeping service under qualified
serang or First Class Master or Second Class Master on board the vessel plying
in the port/Inland Rivers of the State in which he is appearing for examination
of serang; or
(viii)
Such candidates who have served in
flood or water transport company of police, P.A.C. or other Paramilitary forces
for 5 years or more;
(ix)
The candidate appearing for the
examination of Serang and shall be examined in the following subject-
(a)
the rules of the road as regards both
sailing vessels and mechanically propelled vessels, their regulation, lights,
fog and sound signals;
(b)
the marking and use of the lead line
and knowledge of the compass;
(c)
Management of a boat under oars or
sail;
(d)
Steps to be taken in the event of
vessel grounding;
(e)
Management of inland vessels under all
conditions;
(f)
Management of inland vessels under tow
or when towed;
(g)
Partial questions on carriage of iron
ore, coal, ODC, Petroleum Products;
(h)
The provisions of the Inland Vessels
Rules for Life Saving, Fire Appliances, collision avoidance and general
discipline;
(i)
The provisions of the rules with
regards to carriage of passengers.
Rule - 32. Qualification For Certificate Of Competency As A Second Class Master.
(i)
Age-A candidate for a Certificate of
Competency as Second Class Master of an Inland Vessel shall not be less than 21
years of age.
(ii)
Qualifications-A candidate for
Certificate of Competency as Second Class Master should hold certificate of
Competency as Serang.
(iii)
Such candidates who desire to appear
for the examination of Competency as 2nd Class Master should undergo
Preparatory Course of II Class Master at National Inland Navigation Institute
(NINI), Patna or from any other equivalent recognized institute Or approved by
DG Shipping.
The training period of the respective course shall be
considered as a service for the purpose of computing the total qualifying
service.
(iv)
Such candidates should have two years
service as Helsman Sukani of inland vessel having not less than 282 BHP or
three years service as Serang of an Inland Motor vessel having less than 282
BHP. A candidate for certificate of Competency as Second Class Master shall be
examined in the following subjects:-
(a)
Management of inland vessels under all
conditions;
(b)
Knowledge of storm and distress
signals;
(c)
Knowledge of the compass;
(d)
Knowledge of inland waters of NW-1,
its anchorages, shoals, buoy age, beacons, lights and other such matters;
(e)
The rules of the road as regards to
both, sailing vessels and mechanically propelled vessels, their regulation,
lights, fog and sound signals;
(f)
The marking and use of the lead line;
(g)
Steps to be taken in the event of
vessel grounding;
(h)
Management of inland vessels under tow
or when towed or pushing;
(i)
Questions on carriage of iron ore,
coal, ODC, Petroleum Products, cement, fly ash, containers;
(j)
The provisions of the rules made by
IWAI in respect of Life Saving and Fire Appliances and Conduct of Vessels;
(k)
The provisions of the rules with
regards to carriage of passengers;
(l)
Knowledge of Loading Marks and
Stability of Inland vessels;
(m)
Knowledge of Inland Vessels Act and
Relevant DG notices;
(n)
Use of GPS, DGPS, VHF, Radar, ARPA and
Echo sounder for safe navigation of vessel to be demonstrated in Simulator.
(v)
No refund of fee permitted-The fee
which the candidate has paid shall not be refunded to him and on presenting
himself, when entitled so to do, for re-examination for the higher grade of
certificate, he shall be required to pay the full fee again.
Rule - 33. Qualification For Certificate Of Competency As A First Class Master.
(i)
Age- A candidate for a Certificate of
Competency as First Class Master of an inland vessel shall not be less than 21
years of age.
(ii)
Qualifications-
(a)
A candidate for Certificate of
Competency as First class Master should hold Certificate of Competency as
Second Class Master.
(b)
Such candidate who desires to appear
for the examination of Competency as 1st Class Master should undergo
Preparatory Course for 1st Class Master in at National Inland Navigation
Institute (NINI), Patna or from any other equivalent recognized institute.
The training period of the respective course shall be
considered as service for the purpose of computing the total qualifying
services.
(iii)
Such candidate should have served-
(a)
As Master of a Motor vessel of not
less than 226BHP for a period not less than 27 months, while holding a
Certificate of Competency as Second Class Master. Or
(b)
As Assistant to Master of a vessel of
not less than 565 BHP while holding a Certificate of Competency as Second Class
Master for a period of not less than 18 months.
(iv)
Additional knowledge- In addition to
the knowledge required for the grades of Serang and Second Class Master, a
candidate for certificated of Competency as First Class Master shall be
examined in each of the following subjects-
(a)
Knowledge of tide-tables and effect of
currents;
(b)
Knowledge of hydrographic charts of
National Waterway-1;
(c)
Knowledge of handling twin screw
vessels;
(d)
Writing of log books;
(e)
Knowledge of weather and waves;
(f)
Knowledge to be able to make use of
weather reports issue for the areas;
(g)
Seasons and general weather of the
area throughout the year;
(h)
Knowledge of loading, Stowing,
Securing, Carrying and Unloading of different types of cargoes;
(i)
Knowledge of Stability of vessels and
effects on Grounding;
(j)
Knowledge of fire fighting appliances,
light and sound signals, life saving appliances and their uses;
(k)
Knowledge of the provisions of the
Inland Vessels Act, 1917 (Central Act 1 of 1917), and the rules framed there
under;
(l)
Knowledge of IWAI rules pertaining to
terminals and ports;
(m)
Knowledge of Kolkata Port Rules and
also Customs Regulations in so far as they are applicable to inland mechanical
propelled vessels;
(n)
Signaling, recognition of alphabet and
numbers through the international Code of Flags, Morse and use of ensign flag;
(o)
Knowledge of use of Mariner's Compass
and Gyro Compass and find and apply the errors on the Compasses;
(p)
Knowledge of the rules with regards to
Prevention and Control of Pollution and protection of Inland waters and Coastal
Areas;
(q)
The provisions of the I.V. rules for
Life Saving, Fire Appliances, collision avoidance and general discipline;
(r)
Knowledge of the provisions of section
134, Chapters X, XI and XII of the Motor Vehicles Act, 1988 (59 of 1988) as
applicable to the Inland Vessels;
(v)
The candidate shall have successfully
completed Inland Vessel Maneuvering Simulate or course at National Inland
Navigation Institute (NINI), Patna or from any other equivalent recognized
institute .
(vi)
Every candidate shall pay the
following examination fees to the examination centre for appearing at the
examination as required under rule 30, which shall not be returnable-
(i)
First Class Master/ Inland Vessel
Engineer Rs. 2000-00;
(ii)
Second Class Master/First Class Engine
Driver Rs. 1600-00;
(iii)
Serang/ Second Class Engine Driver Rs.
1000-00;
Above fee can be revised by the Transport Department from
time to time.
(vii)
A certificate of competency of 1st
Class Master, 2nd Class Master and Serang of inland vessel shall be issued in
prescribed Form.
(viii)
Duplicate of all certificates granted
under these rules shall be recorded in the office of the Transport Department,
Jharkhand, Ranchi.
Rule - 34. Grant of Certificate.
(i)
A person who has served as a master or
engineer on a vessel of the Coast Guard, Indian Navy or Army for a period of 3
years shall be granted certificate of competency as serang, first class or
Second class master or Inland vessel engineer, first class or second class
engine driver subject to the following-
(a)
Satisfactory completion of relevant
preparatory course at National Inland Navigation Institute (NINI), Patna or
from any other equivalent recognized institute;
(b)
Satisfactory completion of four basic
courses.
(ii)
A person who has served in flood or
water transport company of police, P.A.C. or other Paramilitary forces for 3
years or more shall be granted license as boat handler subject to the
following-
(i)
Satisfactory completion of Boat
Handler Course at National Inland Navigation Institute (NINI), Patna or from
any other equivalent recognized institute;
(ii)
Satisfactory completion of four basic
courses.
(iii)
A license, certificate of competency
or service granted by the state government to a master or engineer shall be
valid throughout India;
(iv)
Form and Validity of Certificate of
competency-
(i)
Certificate of Competency shall be
issued in the appropriate forms
i. |
Inland Vessel Engineer |
Form 21 |
ii. |
First Class Engine Driver |
Form 22 |
iii. |
Second Class Engine Driver |
Form 23 |
iv. |
First Class Master |
Form 24 |
v. |
Second Class Master |
Form 25 |
vi. |
Serang |
Form 26 |
(ii)
The validity of all competency
certificates issued for the first time to the candidates who pass the Masters,
Serangs, Engineers, Engine Drivers or Lascar's examination shall be for period
of five years;
(iii)
Master's, Engineer's, Engine Driver's,
Searng's certificate of competency shall be renewed for five years at a time on
expiry of their validity;
(iv)
Application for renewal shall be made
to the, at any examination centre with appropriate fees;
(v)
Any certificate not so renewed shall
lapse, A lapsed certificate if not more than three years, shall be renewed
after paying one extra fees and giving satisfactory reason for the same. After
three years the certificate shall be renewed after undergoing oral examination
and if found satisfactory the examiner may recommend for renewal of the license
after paying one extra fees;
(vi)
Whenever a master or serang, or an
engineer or engine-driver, proves, to the satisfaction of the Chief Examiner
that he has, without fault on his part, lost or been deprived of it, a copy of
the certificate or license to which according to the record kept hereunder he
appears to be entitled shall be granted to him and shall have the same effect
as the original;
(vii)
Any certificate granted or any
endorsement made under this chapter may be suspended or cancelled by the
Government of Jharkhand in the following cases, namely-
(i)
if, on any investigation made under
the IV Act, the Court reports that the wreck or abandonment of or loss or
damage to, any vessel, or loss of life has been caused by the wrongful act or
default of the holder of such certificate, or that the holder of such
certificate is incompetent, or has been guilty or any gross act of drunkenness,
tyranny or other misconduct; or
(ii)
if the holder of such certificate is
proved to have been convicted of any non-bailable offence; or
(iii)
if the holder of such certificate is
proved to have deserted his vessel or has absented himself, without leave and
without sufficient reason, from his vessel or from his duty; or
(iv)
if, in the case of a person holding a
certificate of competency or service and second-class master or serang, or as
engine-driver, such person is or has become, in the opinion of the State
Government, unfit to act as a second class master or serang or an
engine-driver, as the case may be;
(viii)
Every person whose certificate is
suspended or cancelled under this Chapter shall deliver it to the Chief
Examiner;
(ix)
State Government of Jharkhand or Chief
Examiner may revoke any order of suspension or cancellation which it may have
made under this Chapter to grant new certificate, or grant, without examination
to any person whose certificate it has so cancelled a new certificate. A
certificate so granted shall have the same effect as a certificate of
competency granted under this Act after examination.
CHAPTER 5
PROTECTION AND CARRIAGE OF PASSENGERS INLAND VESSEL
Rule - 35. The master or any employee authorized in this behalf by the owner or master of any inland vessel, may refuse to admit any person on the Inland Vessel as a passenger.
(i)
if
he has not paid his fare; or
(ii)
if
he is insane; or
(iii)
if
he is suffering from an infectious or contagious disease; or
(iv)
if
he is drunk and incapable of taking care of himself; or
(v)
if
he is disorderly, or if he is otherwise in such a state or is conducting
himself in such a manner, as to cause or likely to cause annoyance to other
passengers; or
(vi)
when
the Inland vessel, or the part thereof to which such person seeks admission,
already contains the maximum number of passengers which may lawfully be carried
therein.
Rule - 36.
(i)
No
passenger shall-
(a)
travel
or attempt to travel in an inland vessel without having previously paid his
fare; or
(b)
travel
or attempt to travel in accommodation of a higher class than that for which his
fare has been paid; or
(c)
travel
beyond the place to which his fare has been paid without previously paying the
additional fare in respect of the additional distance; or
(d)
use
or attempt to use ticket on any day for which such ticket is not available; or
(e)
take
or attempt to take luggage with him without having previously paid the freight,
if any, payable in respect thereof.
(ii)
Every
passenger of an inland vessel shall, when required by the master or any person
authorized in this behalf by the master or owner-
(i)
pay
his fare, if not already paid;
(ii)
present
his ticket for examination;
(iii)
deliver
such ticket at or near the end of the journey.
(iii)
No
passenger shall alter or deface his ticket so as to render illegible the date
or number or any other material portion thereof.
Rule - 37.
(i)
No
passenger shall take with him or keep on board an inland vessel:-
(a)
any
decayed meat, fish or vegetable, or any such other offensive article;
(b)
Any
dangerous and explosive material;
(ii)
No
passenger on an inland vessel shall-
(a)
obstruct
or impede the master or any other officer of the Inland vessel in the discharge
of his duties;
(b)
in
any way obstruct or interfere with the loading or unloading of luggage or
cargo;
(c)
damage
or attempt to damage the Inland vessel or any article on board thereof;
(d)
enter
or leave to attempt to enter or leave, any inland vessel when such Inland
vessel is in motion;
(e)
without
lawful excuse, enter a compartment or place reserved for the use of another
passenger or refuse to leave it when required to do so by the master or any
other officer of the Inland vessel;
(f)
smoke
or be in possession of a fire or light, in any part of the Inland vessel where
smoking or the possession of a fire or light is not permitted by the master
thereof;
(g)
be
drunk and disorderly, or drunk and incapable of taking care of himself;
(h)
commit
any nuisance or act of indecency or use obscene or abusive language;
(i)
without
lawful excuse, molest or interfere with the comfort of any other passenger.
(iii)
No
male passenger on an inland vessel, knowing that a compartment or place has
been reserved for the exclusive use of females, shall enter such compartment or
place without lawful excuse, or having entered it, shall remain therein after
being required by the master, or any other officer of the Inland vessel to
leave it.
Rule - 38. The master or owner or any employee authorized in this behalf by the owner or master, of any inland vessel may make the following passengers leave the Inland vessel, namely.
(i)
Insane
passengers, and their attendants (if any), if they have embarked without the
special permission of the master, or of the authorized employee;
(ii)
Passengers
suffering from an infectious or contagious disease, when they have embarked
without the special permission of the master or owner or of the authorized
employee;
(iii)
Passengers
who are drunk and incapable of taking care of themselves;
(iv)
Passengers
who are disorderly, or are otherwise in such a state, or are conducting
themselves in such a manner, as to cause or likely to cause annoyance to other
passengers;
(v)
Any
passengers who have embarked in excess of the maximum number of passengers
which may lawfully be carried in the Inland vessel or in the part of the inland
vessel thereof in which they propose to travel; and
(vi)
Passengers
who have not paid their fare.
Rule - 39.
A person who has been refused permission to
an inland vessel under rule 35 shall not embark thereon; and a person who is
required under rule 38 to leave an inland vessel shall leave at such convenient
time and place as the master/ owner or authorized employee may direct:
Provided that any person who is refused
admission under clause (e) of rule 38 to leave shall be entitled to have his
fare refunded to him.
Rule - 40.
Any passenger who, with intent to defraud,
commits any breach of rule 36, and any person who commits any breach of rule
37, shall be punished with fine of rupees One thousand.
Rule - 41.
(i)
Whenever
any case of plague, cholera or other dangerous epidemic disease occurs on board
in Inland Vessel, the master or serang, shall immediately-
(a)
Remove
the patient, together with his bedding, drinking utensils and food, to a part
of the deck at the extreme stern of the Inland Vessel, where he shall be
segregated from the rest of the passengers by a purdah. In the case of plague,
the clothing, bedding, and if considered necessary the baggage of the patient
shall be disinfected immediately;
(b)
Cause
all excreta, vomit and urine which may have been discharged on to the dock by
the patient, to be cleaned away with a solution of cyllin ; and
(c)
Report
the case to the Deputy Commissioner or Sub-divisional Officer within whose
jurisdiction the nearest ghat lies and also to the Chief Medical Officer of the
district.
(ii)
Where
such ghat is not at the headquarters of a sub-division or district, the report
mentioned in sub-clause (c) of Sub-rule (1) shall be sent by the master or
serang, as the case may be, by the most expeditious means available, to the
next headquarters of a subdivision or district which the Inland vessel will
touch.
(iii)
If,
when the case occurs, the Inland Vessel is lying at a ghat at the headquarters
of a subdivision or district, or otherwise, when the Inland Vessel has reached
the nearest ghat which is at such headquarters, the master or serang shall not
move the Inland Vessel there from until permission has been given by the Deputy
Commissioner or Sub-divisional Officer as the case may be.
(iv)
(a)
On receipt of the report mentioned in sub-rule (1) the Magistrate shall at once
depute a Medical Officer to inspect and disinfect the Inland Vessel;
(b) Such Medical Officer shall visit the
Inland Vessel and if a suitable hospital is available, or if other satisfactory
arrangements can be made for the patients treatment and segregation, shall
bring the patient to land.
(v)
Where
no such hospital is available, and no such arrangement can be made, the patient
shall not be allowed to land, but the Medical Officer deputed under sub-rule
(4) shall take steps to ensure the proper segregation of the patient on the
Inland Vessel, and to satisfy himself that every possible precaution has been
taken to prevent the spread of the disease.
(vi)
The
Medical Officer deputed under sub-rule (4) shall, in all cases, cause the deck
cabins, latrines and any other part of the Inland Vessel, while the patient has
been, to be thoroughly washed down with a strong solution of cyllin, and all
utensils which has been used by the patient, to be disinfected.
(vii)
(a)
In case of death, the body of the patient shall be wrapped in a cloth soaked in
a strong solution of cyllin, and made over to his relatives, friends, or where
he is without relatives/ friends, to the police, who shall arrange for its
disposal;
(b) If they have not already been disinfected
in accordance with the provisions of clause (a) of sub-rule (1) of rule 41 the
clothes of the deceased (except those in the baggage), his bedding and all food
in his possession shall be burnt, unless orders to the contrary are passed by
the Medical Officer.
(viii)
The
Medical Officer deputed under sub-rule (4) shall ascertain the names and
addresses of all members of the party accompanying the patient and shall report
them through the Deputy Commissioner or Sub-divisional Officer of the district
to which they are proceeding.
(ix)
When
the orders contained in these rules have been complied with, and the Medical
Officer deputed under sub-rule(4) is satisfied that there is no reason further
to detain the inland vessel, he may give permission to the master or serang to
proceed on the journey.
(x)
The
owner of every inland vessel shall be bound to keep on board each inland vessel,
five liters of cyllin.
(xi)
The
patient may be permitted to land on the expiry of a period to be fixed by the
Medical Officer deputed under sub-rule (4).
(xii)
Any
person committing a breach of any of the above rules shall be punished with
fine which may extend upto rupees one thousand.
Rule - 42.
(i)
Before
an inland vessel proceeds on a voyage, its cargo and that of any float or
floats which are intended to be towed, shall be safely towed away, and hay or
any other inflammable material shall be properly stowed with tarpaulins or
other sufficient protection.
(ii)
Provisions
of Section 50 and section 51 of the Act shall be displayed in some prominent
place on an inland vessel.
(iii)
Every
person who takes any dangerous goods with him on board of an inland vessel
shall, if required to do so, hand over the same to the master or owner or an
authorized person by the master or owner of the inland vessel for safe custody.
(iv)
No
person shall use naked lights of any description in the hold or on the cargo
deck of any inland vessel; and no closed light shall be used unless it is in
the charge of an officer of inland vessel.
(v)
Fire
stations at the inland vessel shall be assigned to the officers and crews.
(vi)
No
gun powder or other explosive shall be carried unless it is in a suitably
constructed magazine compartment; and no fire shall be permitted on board of
Inland Vessel while gun powder is being taken in or discharged.
(vii)
Nothing
in sub-rule (2) as to the delivery of dangerous goods to the master, or in
sub-rule-(6) as to the carriage of gunpowder or other explosive in a magazine
compartment, shall apply to the carriage of samples of explosive in the charge
of an inspector of explosives.
(viii)
It
shall be the duty of the master or owner of every inland vessel to give effect
to, and observe the above rules, and he or other person committing a breach of
these rules shall be punished with imprisonment for a term which may extend to
six months, or with fine.
(ix)
Which
may extend up to twenty thousand rupees or with both.
Rule - 43. Loading of cargo in Inland Vessel carrying passengers shall be regulated as follows.
(i)
Stern
wheel inland vessel with a length of hull of less than 36 meters when carrying
cargo on deck or passengers, shall be fitted with-
(a)
Shifting
boards amid ships in a fore and aft direction in way of, and height at least
level with, the cargo;
(b)
a
substantial wire net or similar light division on the upper deck amidships in
fore and aft direction at least 1.8 meter high.
(ii)
In
all other inland vessels carrying both passengers and cargo, all cargo, carried
on deck shall be efficiently stowed to prevent it from shifting.
(iii)
A
space of at least 75 centimeters wide on each side of the cargo, and within the
bulwarks, shall be kept clear as fore and aft passage way.
(iv)
Any
owner or master committing a breach of these rules shall be punished with
imprisonment for a term which may extend to six months or with fine which may
extend to twenty thousand rupees or with both.
Rule - 44. Freeboards.
(i)
In
case of passenger vessel when it is loaded with weight representing the full
number of passengers and crew at 65 kg for each person and when all necessary
fuel is on board the clear height of the side above water at the lowest point
in not less than 38 cms for vessels 6 m in length or less and 76 cms for
vessels 18 m in length and over. For lengths between 6m and 18 m in height
shall be in proportion. The length shall be measured from the forward side of
the stem to the after side of stem post and the clear side shall be measured to
the top of the covering board if however a half deck is fitted the clear side
shall be measured to the top of the side at side or to the top of gunwale
whichever measurement gives the smaller free board. In decked boats the free
boat shall be measured from the top of the deck at side.
(ii)
Vessels
permitted to ply during foul season shall be required to have freeboard 1.5
times as of that calculated in sub rule (1).
Rule - 45.
(i)
In
all cases in which an inland vessel has sustained damage from any accident, or
other cause, affecting its efficiency, in any part of hull equipment, or
machinery, the surveyor of the port where the inland vessel may be, shall go on
board and ascertain the extent of the damage. In doing so, he will take care not
to make any change in the position or condition of things on the board.
(ii)
The
accidental inland vessel shall be surveyed, and a report thereof shall be sent
to the Registering Authority as early as possible.
Rule - 46.
(i)
In
cases of collision, the surveyor should examine the lights and screens of the
Inland Vessel, and if the Inland Vessel, with which it has been in collision is
within his district he should examine the lights of the Inland Vessel also,
should forward to the Registering Authority examine in a separate report, a
statement in respect of the size, condition, and place of its lamp and screens
and whether in his opinion they are deficient.
(ii)
The
surveyors should be very careful in wording their report as to lights and
screens as they may be used in evidence in case taken into Court.
(iii)
If,
in consequence of any accident to an Inland Vessel, or any other reason, the
surveyor considers it necessary to require the vessel to be taken into dock for
the purpose of surveying the hull thereof, he may do so, but he is to be
cautious never to exercise this power unless the circumstances of the case
actually require it.
(iv)
Unless
directions to the contrary are given by the Registering Authority, the surveyor
is to hold the certificate of the Inland Vessel during the time it is under
repair, and for this purpose he is to require it of the master, unless the
damage is such that in the surveyors opinions the certificate should be
cancelled, in which case he should forward it to the Registering Authority with
his report. In all cases of serious damage the certificates should be returned
to the Registering Authority to be cancelled.
(v)
If
the master or owner decline to give up the certificate the surveyor shall
inform immediately to the Registering Authority, and the Director Inland water
transport.
(vi)
When
the vessel is in every respect rendered efficient both in hull and machinery to
the entire satisfaction of the surveyor, he is to put an endorsement on the
back of the certificate if they have not been previously cancelled, to the
effect that the damage has been made good so as to last for the period for
which the certificate was granted, and return the certificate to the master or
owner, or his agent, and allow the inland vessel to proceed. He is then to send
to the Registering Authority a statement to the extent of repair that was
necessary, and endorsement made on the certificate.
Rule - 47.
In all cases in which a surveyor is directed
by the Registering Authority to obtain from an owner or master a certificate
that has expired, or has been cancelled or revoked, he is to apply for it
without delay, and in the event of his application not being attended to, he is
at once to report the case. A fine of two hundred rupees may be imposed on any
owner or master who neglects or refuses to deliver such certificate when required
to do so by the Registering Authority.
Rule - 48.
Notwithstanding anything contained in these
rules, the State Transport Commissioner by a general or a specific order, may
direct the vessel owners, vessel builders or persons/ passengers involved in
any manner with vessel operation to add/ delete/amend certain technical
specifications of vessels or of its operational aspects in order to enhance
safety of vessel, monitoring of movement, passengers comfort and general
regulation of the Inland Transport Sector.
CHAPTER 6
LIFE SAVING APPLIANCES TO BE CARRIED ON BOARD INLAND VESSELS
Rule - 49. Classification of vessels.
(i)
For
the purposes of this Rule the inland vessels shall be classified as namely-
(a)
Class
I - Passenger vessels and Ferry launches boats.
(b)
Class
II - Cargo vessels and vessels other than those falling under Class I, Class.
(c)
Class
III - Non-propelled vessels (Barges).
(d)
Class
IV - Pleasure crafts adventure vessels.
(ii)
Required
of vessels of Class I-
(a)
Sufficient
number of life rafts or buoyant apparatus to accommodate at least 50% number of
passengers and crew on board.
(b)
One
life jacket for 50% of passengers and crew on board.
(c)
Life
jacket for child, for 10% of total number of persons certified to carry. For
the purpose of this section, child means person below 30kgs.
(d)
At
least four life buoys for vessels up to 25 meter length, six life buoys for
vessel.
(e)
25-45
meter length and life buoys more than 45 meter length. At least two of the life
buoys shall be with self igniting light if the vessels navigate at night.
(f)
Every
vessels of Class I passenger capacity 150 shall have at least one life boat
with minimum passenger capacity of ten persons. The boat shall be provided with
necessary arrangement for launching. Boats are to be stored on either side of
the vessels if more than one boat provided.
(g)
Life
boats plus Life rafts plus life jacket together to accommodate 100% of the
passengers and crew onboard.
(h)
All
crew boat should posses sufficient training in rescue working addition to
artificial respiration and first aid.
(i)
All
boats have headlights search lights hand torches and emergency lanterns.
(j)
Boats
should be sturdy and should maintenance standards rigid. The underwater
material should be sound, strong and river worthy. In small vessels one pair of
ores should be kept in readiness for use in event of power failure.
(iii)
Requirement
for Vessels of Class II-
(a)
Every
vessel of Class II shall be provided with-
(i)
At
least one life raft to accommodate all crew for vessel over 10 meters;
(ii)
One
life jacket for each crew or persons on board;
(iii)
At
least two life buoys for vessels upto 25 meter length and four life buoys for
above 25 meter of which one shall be equipped with self igniting light if
vessels navigate at night.
(b)
Life
raft plus life jacket plus life buoys to accommodate 100% of the crew.
(iv)
Requirement
for vessels for Class III-Every manned vessel of class III shall be provided
with;
(a)
At
least two life buoys, one of which shall be equipped with self switching light
if the vessels navigate at night;
(b)
One
life jacket for every crew on board.
(v)
Requirement
for Vessels of Class IV-
(a)
Every
vessel of class IV up to 10 meter in length shall carry life jacket for each
person. Vessel above 10 meter shall carry sufficient life raft for all persons
on board. For small vessels where buoyant apparatus could not be accommodated
100% buoyancy by way of life jackets and lifebuoys;
(b)
However
all vessels of class IV shall carry at least 2 life buoys of which one shall be
of self lighting type if the vessels navigate at night. For small vessels the
buoyant apparatus could not be accommodated 100% buoyancy by way of life
jackets and life buoys.
Rule - 50. Technical Requirements.
Every life saving appliances provided as per
provisions of these rules shall be of approved type and have proper stowage as
per the satisfaction of the surveyor.
Rule - 51. Display of usage.
On every vessel of Class I the list of saving
appliances and instruction of their use shall be displayed at conspicuous
places.
Rule - 52. Exemption.
Vessels or class of vessels whose keel of
which is at the corresponding stages of construction before coming into force
of these rules may be exempted from compliance there with of the provision for
carriage of life boats until one year after the date of commencement of these
rules provided that adequate life raft in lieu are provided on board.
CHAPTER 7
INLAND VESSELS AND FIRE FIGHTING EQUIPMENTS
Rule - 53. This rule should apply to all vessels excepting.
(i)
Vessels
above 500 tonnes gross. These vessels shall be required to comply with
requirements of Merchant Shipping (Fire Alliances) rule 1969 as applicable to
ships on coastal voyages.
(ii)
Hovercrafts:
Requirements in respect of hovercrafts shall be specially considered by the
competent officer.
(iii)
Provided
that these rules do not apply to the existing vessels for a period of 6 months
from the date of publication of these rules or till their next annual survey
whichever is early.
Rule - 54. Appliances to be carried.
All inland vessels should be provided with
the following type of fire appliances-
(i)
Power
Driven Fire Pump: In every vessel above 150 tonnes gross at least one.
(ii)
Hand
Operated Fire Pump: In every vessel exceeding 21 meters in length at least one.
(iii)
Water
services pipes, Hydrants, Fire houses: In every vessel required to carry a fire
pump with water services pipe hydrants and fire houses so arranged that at
least one powerful jet of water may be directed to any part of the vessel.
Hoses shall not be less than 32mm in dia.
(iv)
Plain
Nozzles: One for every fire hose carried in accordance with these rules.
(v)
Spray
Nozzles: One for every fire hose carried in accordance with these rules.
(vi)
Portable
Soda Ash/ water type of fire extinguishers: One in each of the passengers
spaces above the upper deck and with at least two such extinguishers in each of
the crew spaces and of the passenger space below the deck. Provided vessels
less than 15 meters in length need carry one such extinguisher.
(vii)
Portable
type of Fire Extinguishers: At least two in every machinery space.
(viii)
Portable
Dry Power Type Fire Extinguishers: Having at least one in every vessel having a
large electrical installation.
(ix)
Fire
Axe: At least one in every vessel exceeding 15 meters in length.
(x)
Fire
Buckets: At least one for each number of the crew with the minimum of two.
Fifty percent of those buckets are to be fitted with lanyards. No vessels need
carry more than 20 buckets.
(xi)
Sand
Box with scoop: In every vessel at least one in machinery and boiler spaces.
Quantity of sand shall not be less than 0.075 cubic meters.
(xii)
Non
Portable Foam Type Fire extinguishers. In case of motor vessels exceeding 30
meter length at least one. Capacity of such extinguishers shall not be less
than 45 liters.
(xiii)
Smothering
Arrangement. All fixed installation in all vessels having areas containing fuel
oil installation shall be covered by smothering arrangements.
Rule - 55. Approval by Competent Authority.
If in any case the inland vessel is unable to
comply fully with the requirements set out as above, an all cases of vessel
exceeding 45m in length, Or 150 ton gross, the appliances to be provided are to
be referred to the competent officer for approval.
Rule - 56. Responsibility of Master/Owner.
(i)
The
master of all inland vessels shall ensure that the vessel is provided with
appliances and equipment for fire fighting and for protection from danger or
explosion in accordance with these rules and that the crew of the vessel are
well conversant with the use of theses appliances.
(ii)
If
in any case an inland vessel is unable to comply fully with the requirements
set out in these rules and in all cases of vessel exceeding 45 meter in length
the Fire Appliances to be provided are to be referred to the component officer
for approval.
Rule - 57. Penalties.
Any breach of provisions in these rules shall
be punishable with Imprisonment for a term which may extend to 6 months or fine
which may extent to 500 rupees or both.
CHAPTER 8
PASSENGER ACCOMMODATION
[Application-This
part shall apply to all vessels]
Rule - 58. Passenger Accommodation.
(i)
Area
of each part of passenger space and the length of seats therein shall be
measured and the lesser of the numbers given by area and by seating shall be
the allowable number during fair season provided that in open vessels the
allowable number of passengers is not to exceed two per 0.3 metre of length of
the vessel and in no case to exceed 100.
(ii)
Total
number of passengers permitted to be carried during the foul season shall not
exceed two third the total number allowed for fair season provided that vessels
operating in sheltered waters such as creeks may be permitted to carry same
number of passengers throughout the year.
(iii)
Open
Launches-
(a)
The
forward extremity of the space available for the passenger accommodation is to
be determined by the Surveyor, with due regard to accommodation is to be
determined by the Surveyor, with due regard to the proper stowage of the anchor
and cable and to any other necessary equipment in the bow of the vessel, and
the length shall be measured from this point to the foreside of the bulkhead
separating the machinery space from the passenger space.
(b)
If
the machinery is placed amidships, and additional space is available for
passengers between the after bulkhead of the machinery space and a position
near the stem of the vessels, to be determined by the Surveyor as suitable
having due regard to the steering arrangements and fuel tank space, such shall
also be considered for accommodating passengers. The breadths are to be
measured at suitable intervals to the back of the side benches or to the inside
of gunwale or to the inside of the half deck (where fitted) whichever
measurement is least.
(c)
The
space abreast of the machinery space may be included in the passenger
measurements if the engine is enclosed by a casting of longitudinal bulkheads
and if the distance between the sides of the casing or bulkheads and the back
seats is at least 0.9m.
(d)
The
number of passenger allowable by area shall be found by dividing by 0.36 the
area in square meters of the clear space measured as above. Allowance shall be
made for the crew and baggage in the area measurements (15%). The number
allowable by seating shall be found by dividing the length in meter of each
continuous fixed seat by 0.45.
(e)
Seating
on buoyant apparatus shall be computed separately.
(iv)
Decked
Launches-
(a)
The
forward extremity of the space available of the space for the passenger
accommodation shall be determined for passenger accommodation shall be
determined as above for above foe open for open launches, and the clear area of
this space is to be obtained by deducting all encumbrances such as skylights,
companions, machinery casings, navigating spaces, life boats and ventilator.
(b)
The
maximum number of passengers that may be allowed shall be ascertained by using
the divisor 0.56 for the area of deck in square meter of the saloon or cabin
floor below deck. Only one saloon or cabin floor below deck. Only one saloon
below deck shall be included in passenger measurement, except that where the
vessel has an appropriate standard, except that case more than 250 passengers
shall be allowed.
(v)
In
all vessels the seating must be so arranged that there will be no serious
obstacle to prevent a person from passing forward and act quickly in case of
emergency.
(vi)
No
space within 0.5m of entrance to any ladder way, wash place or lavatory shall
be included in the space measured for passengers.
(vii)
Vessels
engaged in carrying large number of passengers shall have a strong barrier
constructed on each deck.
(viii)
The
provision regarding freeboard shall take precedents with regard to calculation
or asserting of any issue/ matter related to overloading of the vessel.
CHAPTER 9
STABILITY
[Application- This
part shall apply to all vessels.]
Rule - 59. Stability.
(i)
An
inclining experiment shall be carried out to determine the elements of
stability. Unless particulars of position to transverse met centre at various
drafts are available the experiment shall be carried out with the vessel loaded
with weights to represent the fully laden condition.
(ii)
Calculation
showing the transverse met a centric height and the angle of heel which would
occur with two third of passengers distributed on one side of heel which would
occur with two third of the passengers distributed on one side of the vessel
and one third on the other side requires approval of the surveying authority.
Each passenger shall be represented by a weight of 65kgs.
(iii)
In
decked vessels the passengers shall be taken as congregated at 0.27 sq meter
each on upper most deck or decks to which they have access and the center of
gravity of the passenger at 0.75 meter above the deck.
(iv)
In
open vessels the center of gravity of passengers shall be taken at 0.3 meter
above the seat.
(v)
In
no case shall the surveyor certify a vessel for any number of passengers unless
he is satisfied with the vessel has sufficient stability and free board to
carry that number safely.
(vi)
Stability
of hovercrafts shall be specially considered.
(vii)
Initial
GM must be least 0.15 meter.
CHAPTER 10 ANCHORS AND CABLES
[Application -This
part shall apply to all vessels]
Rule - 60. Anchors and cables.
(i)
Every
inland vessel of less than 15m in length shall be provided with at least one
anchor and chain cables.
(ii)
Every
inland vessel of 15m and more in length shall be provided with at least two
anchors and chain cables.
(iii)
Every
vessel exceeding 100 tonnes shall be provided with anchors and cables as
specified by the Surveying Authority in each case. Provided that the anchors
and cables complying with Classification Society requirements will ordinarily
be accepted.
Rule - 61. Echo Sounder.
(i)
Every
vessel over 100 ton shall be provided with an echo sounder. and every vessel
shall be provided with at least one hand lead line 15 fathoms in length with
lead of at least 3.2 kg weight provided that small vessel plying in shallow
waters shall be provided with a depth measuring pole or rod suitably marked.
(ii)
Every
open vessel shall be provided with at least three oars three row locks and two
efficient boat hooks.
(iii)
Every
vessel shall be provided with at least two heaving lines.
CHAPTER 11 NAVIGATION AND COMMUNICATION EQUIPMENTS
[Application-This
part shall apply to all vessels]
Rule - 62. Lights And Shapes.
Every vessel shall be provided with
navigation lights and means of making sound signals etc in accordance with
Prevention of Collision on National Waterways Regulations, 2002. Vessel shall
also be provided with search lights from the bridge.
Rule - 63.
Communication equipment like compass
binoculars wheel indicator bridge engine control PA system mobile shall be
provided.
Rule - 64. Penalties.
A breach of any of the rules by the owner
master or driver of the vessel shall be punishable with imprisonment for a term
which may extend to six months or with fine which may extent to 500 rupees or
with both.
CHAPTER 12 LIGHTS, SOUND SIGNALS AND PREVENTION OF COLLISION
STEERING AND SAILING
PART-A
Rule - 65. Look-Out.
Every vessel shall at all times maintain a
proper look-out by sight and hearing as well as by all available means
appropriate in the prevailing circumstances and conditions so as to make a full
appraisal of the situation and of the risk of collision. Vessels shall make use
of searchlights to locate luminous marks used for channel marking.
Rule - 66. Safe speed.
(i)
Every
vessel shall at all times proceed at a safe speed so that she can take proper
and effective action to avoid collision and grounding, and be stopped within a
distance appropriate to the prevailing circumstances and conditions.
(ii)
In
determining a safe speed the following factors shall be among those taken into
account.
(i)
The
state of visibility;
(ii)
The
traffic density including concentrations of fishing vessel or other vessels;
(iii)
The
maneuverability of the vessel with special reference to stopping distance and
turning ability in the prevailing conditions;
(iv)
The
state of the river, wind, current and the proximity of navigational hazards;
(v)
State
and availability of shore navigational aids and channel marking by day and
night;
(vi)
Speed
restrictions imposed by the waterway authority;
(vii)
The
draught of the vessel in relation to available depth of water; and
(viii)
At
nights, the presence of background light such as from the shore lights or from
the back scatter other own lights.
Rule - 67. Risk of collision.
(i)
Every
vessel shall use all available means appropriate to the prevailing circumstance
and conditions to determine if risk of collision exists. If there is any doubt,
such risk shall be deemed to exist.
(ii)
In
determining if risk of collision exists the following consideration shall be
among those taken into account:-
(a)
Such
risk shall be deemed to exist if a compass bearing of an approaching vessel
does not appreciably change and apparent distance from own vessel decreases;
(b)
Such
risk may sometimes exist even when an appreciable bearing change is evident,
particularly when approaching a very large vessel or a tow or when approaching
a vessel at close range; and
(c)
For
vessel not fitted with a compass, if the relative position remains unchanged.
Rule - 68. Action to avoid collision.
(i)
Any
action taken to avoid collision shall, if the circumstances of the case admit
be positive, made in ample time and with due regard to the observance of good
seamanship.
(ii)
Any
alteration of course or speed to avoid collision shall, if the circumstances of
the case admit be large enough to be readily apparent to another vessel. A
succession of small alterations of course and / or speed should be avoided.
(iii)
If
there is sufficient room, alteration of course alone may be the most effective
action to avoid a close quarters situation provided that it is made in good
time, is substantial and does not result in another close quarters situation.
(iv)
Action
taken to avoid collision with another vessel shall be such as to result in
passing at a safe distance the effectiveness of the action shall be carefully
checked until the other vessel is finally passed and clear.
(v)
If
necessary to avoid collision or allow more time to assess the situation, a
vessel shall slacken her speed or take the way off by stopping or reversing her
means of propulsion.
Rule - 69. Narrow channels.
(i)
A
vessel proceeding along the course of a narrow channel shall keep as near to
the outer limit of the channel which lies on her starboard side as is safe and
practicable. A vessel of less than 10 meters in length or a sailing vessel
shall not impede the passage of a vessel which can safely navigate only within
the marked channel;
(ii)
A
vessel engaged in fishing shall not impede the passage of any other vessel in
the navigable channel;
(iii)
A
vessel shall not cross a navigable channel if such crossing impedes the passage
of vessel proceeding upstream or downstream along the navigable channel;
(iv)
A
vessel nearing a bend or an area of a narrow channel where other vessels may be
obscured by an intervening obstruction shall navigate with particular alertness
and caution and shall sound the appropriate signal;
(v)
Every
vessel shall, if the circumstances of the case admit, avoid anchoring in a
narrow channel.
When single lane traffic is in force, vessels
shall join the lane only when the traffic signal permits to do so. While in the
lane, the vessels shall proceed with maximum permissible speed and clear the
channels as quickly as possible. Vessels shall not stop or anchor in a traffic
lane and shall exercise caution while joining or leaving the single lane to
avoid collision with waiting vessels at anchor.
PART- B
CONDUCT OF VESSELS IN
SIGHT OF ONE ANOTHER
Rule - 70. Sailing vessels.
When two sailing vessels are in sight of one
another or approaching one another so as to involve risk of collision, one of
them shall keep out of the way of the other as follows-
(i)
In
a non tidal river when one vessel is proceeding upstream and the other vessel
proceeding downstream the vessel proceeding upstream shall keep out of the way
of the other;
(ii)
When
both are proceeding, upstream or downstream and in a tidal lagoon the vessel
which is to windward shall keep out of the way of the vessel which is to
leeward;
(iii)
A
vessel which is running free shall keep out of the way of a vessel which is close-hauled;
and
(iv)
A
vessel which is close-hauled on the port tack shall keep out of the way a
vessel which is close-hauled on the starboard tack;
(v)
For
the purpose of these rules, "upstream" shall be deemed the direction
against current and downstream the direction with the current. "Wind
ward" side shall be deemed to be the side opposite to that of which the
main sail or the largest fore and after sail is carried.
Rule - 71. Overtaking.
(i)
Notwithstanding
anything contained in these rules any vessel overtaking any other shall keep
out of the way of the vessel being overtaken;
(ii)
A
vessel shall be deemed to be overtaking when coming up with another vessel from
a direction more than 22.5 degrees abaft her beam. That is, in such a position
with reference to the vessel she is overtaking, that at night she would be able
to see only the stern light / towing light of that vessel but neither of her
sidelights; and
(iii)
Any
subsequent alteration or bearing between two vessels shall not make the
overtaking vessel a crossing vessel within the meaning of these rules or
relieve her duty of keeping clear of the overtaken vessel until she is finally
passed and cleared.
Rule - 72. Head-on situation.
When two mechanically propelled vessels are
meeting on reciprocal or nearly reciprocal courses so as to involve risk of
collision each shall alter her course to starboard so that each shall pass on
the port side of the other.
Rule - 73. Crossing situation.
When two mechanically propelled vessels are
crossing so as to involve risk of collision, the vessel which has the other on
her own starboard side shall keep out of the way and shall, if the
circumstances of the case admit avoid crossing ahead of the vessel.
Rule - 74. Action by give-way vessel.
Every vessel which is directed by these rules
to keep out of the way of another vessel shall, so far as possible take early
and substantial action to keep well clear.
Rule - 75. Action by stand-on vessel.
(i)
(a)
Whereby any of these rules one of two vessels is to keep out of the way, the
other shall keep her course and speed;
(b) The latter vessel may however take action
to avoid collision by her maneuver alone, as soon as it becomes apparent to her
that the vessel required to keep out of the way is not taking appropriate
action as required by these rules;
(ii)
When
from any cause, the vessel required to keep her course and speed finds herself
so close that collision cannot be avoided by the action of the give-way vessels
alone, she shall take such action as will best aid to avoid collision;
(iii)
A
vessel which takes action in a crossing situation in accordance with sub
paragraph 1(b) of this rule to avoid collision with another vessel, shall if
the circumstances of the case admit, not alter course to port for a vessel on
her own port side; and
(iv)
These
rules do not relieve the give-way vessel of her obligation to keep out of the
way.
Rule - 76. Responsibilities of (between) vessels.
(i)
A
mechanically propelled vessel underway shall keep out of the way of-
(a)
a
vessel is not under command;
(b)
a
vessel restricted in her ability to maneuver;
(c)
a
vessel engaged in fishing;
(d)
a
sailing vessel, vessel under oars or country boat; and
(e)
a
vessel proceeding downstream by a vessel proceeding upstream, it the prevailing
circumstances permit.
(ii)
A
sailing vessel under way shall keep out of the way of-
(a)
a
vessel not under command;
(b)
a
vessel restricted in her ability to maneuver; and
(c)
a
vessel engaged in fishing.
(iii)
A
vessel engaged in fishing when underway shall, so far as possible, keep out of
the way of-
(a)
a
vessel not under command; and
(b)
a
vessel restricted in her ability to maneuver.
PART- C
Rule - 77. Conduct of vessels in restricted visibility.
(i)
This
rule applies to vessels not in sight of one another when navigation in or near
an area of restricted visibility;
(ii)
Every
vessel shall make appropriate sound signals in accordance with Rules and
exhibit lights while navigating in restricted visibility;
(iii)
Every
vessel shall proceed at a safe speed adapted to the prevailing circumstances
and conditions of restricted visibility. A mechanically propelled vessel shall
have her engines ready for immediate maneuver;
(iv)
Every
vessel shall have due regards to the prevailing circumstances and conditions of
restricted visibility when complying with the rule of this part;
(v)
Except
where it has been determined that risk of collision does not exist every vessel
which hears apparently forward her been the fog signal at another vessel or
which cannot avoid a close-quarters situation which another vessel forward of
her beam, shall reduce her speed, she shall if necessary take all her way off
and in any event navigable with extreme caution until danger of collision is
over.
Rule - 78. Lights & Shapes.
(i)
Provisions
in this Rule shall be complied with in all weathers;
(ii)
The
rules concerning lights shall be complied with from sunset to sunrise, and
during such times no other lights shall be exhibited, except such, lights as
cannot be mistaken for the lights specified in these rules, do not impair their
visibility or distinctive character, or interfere with the keeping of a proper
look- out;
(iii)
The
lights prescribed by these rules shall, if carried, also be exhibited from
sunrise to sunset in restricted visibility and may be exhibited in all other
circumstances when it is deemed necessary;
(iv)
The
rule concerning shapes shall be complied with by day;
(v)
The
lights and shapes unless otherwise specified in these rules shall comply with
the positioning and technical details as per the provisions of Annex-1 to International
Regulations for prevention of collision at sea (1972).
Rule - 79. Different Lights used in vessels.
(i)
"Mast
head light" a transparent light placed over the fore and aft centerline of the
vessel showing an unbroken light over an arc of the horizon of 225 degree and
so fixed as to show the light from right ahead to 22.5 degrees abaft the beam
on either side of the vessel. This light shall be placed as far as practicable
at height above the hull of not less than 3 meters for vessels of 20 meters or
more in length and 2 meters for vessels of less than 20 meters in length.
(ii)
"Sidelights"
a green light on the starboard side and a red light on the port side each
showing an unbroken light over an arc of the horizon of 112.5 degrees and so
fixed as to show the light from right ahead to 22 degrees abaft the bean on its
respective side. In a vessel of less than 20 meters in length the sidelights
may be combined in one lantern carried the fore and aft centerline of the
vessel. Side lights shall be placed not less than 1 meter below the mast head
light.
(iii)
"Stern
light" a transparent light placed as nearly as practicable at the stern showing
an unbroken light over an arc of the horizon of 135 degree arid so fixed as to
show the light 67.5 degrees from light aft on each side of the vessel.
(iv)
"Towing
light" an yellow light having the same characters as "Stern light'
mentioned in sub section (3) of this rule.
(v)
"All-round
light" a light showing an unbroken light over an arc of the horizon of 360
degrees.
(vi)
"Flashing
light" a light flashing at regular intervals.
Rule - 80. Visibility of Lights.
The lights prescribed in these rules shall be
visible at the following minimum ranges:-
(i)
A
vessel of 20 meters or more in length, mast head light, 3 miles, Side lights 2
miles, Stern light 2 miles, Towing light 2 miles, all-round light 1 mile.
(ii)
A
vessel less than 20 meters in length, a mast head light 2 miles side light one
mile. Stern light 1 mile, transparent, red, green or yellow all-round light 1 mile.
Lights to be exhibited by vessels.
Rule - 81. Lights to be exhibited by mechanically propelled vessel under- way.
(i)
A
mechanically propelled vessel under-way shall exhibit:-
(a)
a
mast head light forward.
(b)
side
lights.
(c)
a
stern light.
(ii)
A
mechanically propelled vessel of less than 10 meters in length in-lieu of the
lights prescribed in paragraph (1) may exhibit an all-round transparent light and
shall if practicable also exhibit side lights or a combined lantern.
Rule - 82. Lights to be exhibited by towing & pushing vessels.
(i)
A
mechanically propelled vessel when towing or pushing shall exhibit-
(i)
Two
mast head lights forward in a vertical line when the length of the two exceeds
200 meters; There such light in a vertical line. These lights will be in-lieu
of light prescribed in rule 81 (1)(a). The lights shall be placed not less than
1 meter apart and the lowest light placed at a height not less than two meters
above the hull.
(ii)
side
lights.
(iii)
a
stern light.
(iv)
a
towing light in a vertical line above the stern light.
(ii)
When
a pushing vessel and a vessel being pushed ahead are connected in a composite
unit, they shall be regarded as a mechanically propelled vessel and exhibit the
lights prescribed in rule-106.
(iii)
A
vessel or object being towed shall exhibit-
(a)
side
lights.
(b)
a
stern light.
Provided that any number of vessels being
towed or pushed in a group shall be lighted as one vessel.
(iv)
A
vessel being pushed ahead, not being part of a composite unit, shall exhibit at
the forward end, side lights.
(v)
A
vessel being towed aside exhibit a stern light at the forward end side lights.
(vi)
Where
from any sufficient cause, it is impracticable for vessel or object being towed
to exhibit the lights prescribed in this rule, all possible measures shall be
taken to light the vessel or the object towed at least to indicate the presence
of unlighted vessel or object.
Rule - 83. Lights to be exhibited by sailing vessel and vessels under oars.
(i)
A
sailing vessel shall exhibit-
(a)
side
lights.
(b)
a
stern lights.
(ii)
In
a sailing vessel of less than 20 meters in length the lights prescribed in
paragraph (1) may be combined in one lantern carried at or near the top of the
mast where it can be seen.
(iii)
A
sailing vessel underway may in addition to the lights prescribed in paragraph
(1) of this rule, exhibit at or near the top of the mast where they can best be
seen two all-round lights in a vertical line, the upper being red and lower be
green.
(iv)
A
sailing vessel less than 10 meters in light, a vessel under oars may exhibit
lights prescribed in this rule, but if she does not, she shall have ready at
hand an electric torch or lighted lantern showing transparent light which shall be
exhibited in sufficient time to prevent collision.
Rule - 84. Lights to be exhibited by fishing vessels.
(i)
A
vessel engaged in fishing shall exhibit-
(a)
Two
all-round lights in a vertical line the upper being red and the lower transparent and
during a shape consisting of two cones with their apexes together in a vertical
line or a basket.
(b)
When
making way through the water in addition to the lights prescribed in (a), side
lights, and a stern light.
(ii)
A
vessel less than 10m in length, a vessel under oars may exhibit lantern and
shall have ready at hand an electric torch which shall be exhibited in
sufficient time to prevent collision.
Rule - 85. Lights to be exhibited by vessels not under command or restricted in their ability to maneuver.
(i)
A
vessel not under command shall exhibit-
(a)
two
all-round red lights in a vertical where they can best be seen by night.
(b)
two
balls or similar shapes in a vertical line by day.
(c)
When
making way through the water; side lights and a stem light addition to the
lights prescribed in (a).
(ii)
A
vessel restricted in her ability to maneuver shall exhibit-
(a)
Three
all- round lights in a vertical line, the highest and lowest of these shall be
red and the middle light shall be transparent.
(b)
Three
shapes in a vertical line, the highest and lowest shapes SI be balls and the
middle one a diamond.
(c)
When
making way through the water, mast head lights, side lights and stern light in
addition to the lights prescribed in (a).
(d)
When
at anchor, in addition to the lights and shapes prescribed in (a) and (b)
above, lights and shapes prescribed in rule 82 for anchored vessels shall also
be exhibited.
Rule - 86. Lights to be exhibited by vessels engaged in dredging.
A vessel engaged in dredging, in addition to
the lights in Rule 107 (2) shall exhibit; two all - round red lights or two
balls in a vertical line to indicate the side on which obstruction exists.
Rule - 87. Lights to be exhibited by pilot vessels:-A vessel engaged on pilot age duty shall exhibit.
(i)
At
or near the mast head two all - round lights in vertical line, the upper one
transparent and the lower one red.
(ii)
When
under way, in addition side lights and stern light.
Rule - 88. Lights to be exhibited by anchored vessels and vessels aground.
(i)
A
vessel at an anchor shall exhibit:-
(a)
In
the fore part an all-round transparent light or one ball by day.
(b)
At
or near the stern and at a lower level than the light in (a), an all round
transparent light.
(ii)
A
vessel of less than 20 m in length may exhibit one all-round transparent light where
it can best be seen.
(iii)
A
vessel aground shall exhibit in addition to the lights prescribed in para (1)or
(2), where they can best be seen.
(c)
Two
all-round red lights in a vertical line,
(d)
Three
balls in a vertical line by day.
(iv)
A
vessel less than 10m in length, a vessel under oars may exhibit lantern and
shall have ready at hand an electric torch which shall be exhibited in
sufficient time to prevent collision.
Rule - 89. Lights to be exhibited by hydrofoils & mechanized country crafts.
Where it is impracticable for a mechanized
country craft or a hydrofoil to exhibit lights and shapes of the
characteristics or in positions prescribed in the Rules she shall exhibit
lights and shapes as closely similar in characteristics and position as is
possible.
Rule - 90. Sound Signals.
The sound signal appliances unless otherwise
specified in the Rules shall comply with the technical requirements as per the
provisions of Annexure-III of the International Regulations for prevention of
collision at sea (1972).
Rule - 91. Equipment for sound signals.
A vessel of 20 meters or more in length shall
be provided with a whistle and a bell and a vessel of 100 meters or more in
length, in addition shall be provided with a gong.
Rule - 92. Maneuvering and warning signals.
(i)
Single
vessel when vessels are in-sight of one another a mechanically propelled vessel
underway, when maneuvering as authorized or required by these regulations,
shall indicate her intentions by the following signals on her whistle.
(a)
One
short blast (a blast of about 1 second duration) to indicate,
"I am altering my course to
starboard."
(b)
Two
short blasts to indicate,
" I am altering course to port."
(c)
Three
short blasts to indicate,
"I am operating stern propulsion."
(ii)
Overtaking
vessels-
(a)
Two
prolonged blasts (blast of about 4 to 6 seconds duration each) followed by one
short blast to indicate,
" I intend to over take you on your
starboard side."
(b)
Two
prolonged blasts followed by two short blasts to indicate,
"I intend to over take you on your port
side."
(c)
A
vessel being overtaken shall indicate her agreement by the following signals or
her whistle; one prolonged, one short, one prolonged, one short blast, on that
order, if in doubt she may sound signals prescribed in paragraph (3).
(iii)
When
in doubt - When vessels in sight of one another are approaching each other and
from any cause either vessel fails to understand the intentions or actions of
the other or is in doubt whether sufficient action is being taken by the other
to avoid collision, the vessel in doubt shall immediately indicate such doubt
by giving at least 5 short and rapid blasts on the whistle, the signal may be
supplemented by a light signal of at least 5 short and rapid flashes.
(iv)
At
bends- A vessel nearing bend or an area of a channel where other vessels may be
obscured, shall sound one prolonged blast, such signal shall be answered with a
prolonged blast by any approaching vessel.
Rule - 93. Sound signals in restricted visibility.
In or near an area of restricted visibility,
where by day or night, signals prescribed in this rules shall be used as follows:-
(i)
A
mechanically propelled vessel making way through the water shall sound at
intervals of not more than 2 minutes one prolonged blast.
(ii)
A
mechanically propelled vessel underway but stopped and making no way through
the water shall sound at intervals of not more than 2 minutes two prolonged
blasts in succession with an interval of about 2 seconds between them.
(iii)
A
vessel not under command, a vessel restricted in her ability to maneuver, a
vessel constrained by her draught, vessel engaged in towing, fishing or pushing
another vessel, shall at intervals of not more than 2 minutes three blasts in
succession namely one prolonged followed by two short blasts.
(iv)
A
vessel at anchor shall at intervals of not more than one minute ring the bell
rapidly for about 5 seconds. A vessel at anchor may in addition sound three
blasts in succession namely one short, one prolonged and one short blast to
give warning on her position, and possibility of collision to any approaching
vessels. A vessel aground shall give three separate and distinct strokes on the
bell immediately before and after the rapid ringing of the bell.
(v)
A
vessel of less than 10 meters in length shall not be obliged to give the above
mentioned signals but shall make some other effective sound signal at intervals
of not more than 2 minutes.
Rule - 94. Distress signals.
When a vessel is in distress and requires
assistance from other vessels or from shore, the following shall be the signals
to be used or displayed by her either together or separately.
(i)
A
continuous sounding of any sound signal apparatus.
(ii)
A
flag or a light waved in a circle to draw attention.
(iii)
Flares
on the deck.
(iv)
"May
Day" transmitted by radio telephony.
(v)
International
code of signal N.C. hoisted on the vessel.
Rule - 95. Exemptions.
Any vessel (or class of vessels) whose keel
of which is at corresponding stage of construction before the entry into force
of these rules may be exempted from compliance therewith of the following
provisions until one year after the date of entry into force of these rules.
(i)
The
installation of lights with colour specifications and intensity as prescribed
in Rule 75 (5).
(ii)
Repositioning
of masthead lights and side lights on vessels resulting from prescriptions of
Rule 76.
(iii)
The
installation of lights with ranges prescribed in Rule 77.
Rule - 96. Application of the provision of Port rules and National Waterway regulations.
Notwithstanding anything mentioned above, the
provision of the Port Rules and Prevention of Collision Regulations, 2002 for
National Waterways shall also apply mutatis mutandis, to the mechanically
propelled vessels while making voyages within the port limits and National
waterways.
CHAPTER 13 SAFETY MEASURES ON WATERWAYS
Rule - 97. Carriage of Dangerous Goods.
No dangerous goods are to be carried onboard
on transported in the waterways without the specific approval and safety
clearance from the competent officer. Provisions of the Merchant Shipping Act,
1958 with respect to transporting of dangerous cargo shall be applicable in all
classes.
Rule - 98. Prevention of Explosions or Fire.
No explosives shall be brought onboard,
stored or carried in a vessel without their prior approval and safety
clearances from the competent authority and clearances from the Controller of
Explosives as required under the provisions of the The Explosives Act, 1984.
Rule - 99. Prevention and containment of pollution of harbors, ports and waterway by oil/ chemical / hazardous cargo etc.
The provisions of the Merchant Shipping Act,
1958 as amended from time to time shall be the guiding criteria from inland
vessels and shall be applicable as if under these rules.
Rule - 100. Passage through Bridges.
When a vessel is passing under a bridge, the
height of the mast or the height of the collapsed mast and that of the
wheelhouse/super structure should be less than that between waterway level and
the height of the road bridge. Speed of such vessel should be regulated with
reference to prevailing weather conditions and the currents likely to be
experienced.
Rule - 101. Reduction of speed in certain circumstances.
(i)
every
vessel shall regulate their speed to avoid creating excessive wash or suction
likely to cause damage to stationary or other moving vessels or structures and
bank.
(ii)
In
particular the vessel shall reduce speed in good time, but without losing the
steering way required for safety-
(a)
Outside
port entrances;
(b)
Near
vessels made fast to the bank or to a landing stage loading or discharging
cargo;
(c)
Near
vessels lying at normal stopping places.
Rule - 102. Drifting of a vessel.
Drifting of vessel in the inland waterways,
unless authorized by the competent Officer, is prohibited.
Rule - 103. Crossing of navigable channel.
While crossing the navigable channel, a ferry
vessel shall keep at such distance from vessels or rafts moving along the
navigable channel, so that the latter are not obliged to change their course or
reduce speed.
Provided that ferry vessels, under special
circumstances may be granted priority of passage across the navigable channel
by the Competent Officer and such vessel shall exhibit a green all-round light
by night and a green flag by day and shall have right of way as the
circumstances permit.
Rule - 104. Stationary Vessels.
All stationary vessels, rafts and floating
equipment must be anchored or made fast securely enough to withstand the
current in such a way that they can adjust to the changes in water level.
Rule - 105. Instructions to the Master/Owner.
(i)
Every
vessel shall be in charge of a Master who shall be qualified and hold a
certificate to that effect under the Rule. The Master shall be severally and
conjointly with the Owner shall be responsible for any or all breaches of the
rules. Responsibilities of the Master/Owner inter alia include-
(a)
Take
all precautions required to exercise vigilance and to avoid damage to the
vessel, installations in the waterways and avoid causing obstructions to shipping
and navigation;
(b)
To
avoid imminent danger, take all steps required by the situation (according to
the general practice of seamanship) even if this entails departing from these
regulations;
(c)
Be
responsible for compliance with the rules or regulations applicable to his
vessel and his crew and to the vessels in tow, while his vessel is engaged in
towing of other vessels;
(d)
The
master/owner shall be responsible for ensuring that the vessel has a valid
certificate of survey applicable for the voyage or service in this zone of
operation.
(e)
The
master/owner shall ensure that the vessel has a valid certificate of
registration and that the certificate of registration granted in respect of any
vessel shall be used only for the lawful navigation of that vessel;
(f)
The
master/owner shall ensure that the crew is sufficient for the type of vessel
and type and area of operation as required by the rules;
(g)
The
master/owner shall ensure that the crew has valid certificate of competency/
service;
(h)
The
master/owner shall ensure that dangerous goods or explosive materials are
carried on board only as authorized by Competent Authority and procedures and
safety precautions as per the Explosives Rules, 1983 are taken for carrying of
such goods or material onboard;
(i)
The
master shall maintain Ship's Article/crew list, Ships log and Engine Log;
(j)
The
master shall ensure that at no time the vessel is overloaded or more than the
number of passengers it is certified to carry are taken onboard;
(k)
The
owner shall ensure no unauthorized alterations are made to the vessel;
(l)
The
master/owner shall ensure that the vessel is adequately equipped to fight any
fire and to rescue the passengers and that the crew adequately trained to meet
emergent situations;
(m)
The
owner/master shall ensure that Life saving devices like life buoys, life
jackets, life raft etc as required as per the Rules are provided in each vessel
and they are kept in such a position for quick deployment in case of emergency;
(n)
The
owner shall ensure insurance of the vessel against third of the vessel against
third party risks;
(o)
The
owner/master shall display the details showing the date of manufacture of the
vessel, date of survey, expiry date of survey, passengers and cargo capacity
and such other details as required by law;
(p)
To
ensure timely and quality maintenance work;
(q)
To
ensure compliance of the Inland Vessels (Prevention and Control of Pollution
and Protection of Inland Water) Rules, 2016 as notified in Gazette of India on
13th July, 2016. To also ensure that no time the vessel discharges in the waterway
except at places designated by the Competent Officer, raw sewage, oily
substances, garbage etc.
(ii)
The
master or the person in charge of the vessel shall make immediate report to the
nearest competent officer / Police on-
(a)
Any
vessel has been wrecked, abandoned or materially damaged;
(b)
Accidents/
causality involving, death, grievous hurt;
(c)
Sighting
of any other vessel in distress;
(d)
Outbreak
of fire or flooding in his vessel;
(e)
Damage
caused to any waterway installations or permanent structures;
(f)
Any
vessel has caused loss or material damage to any other vessel; or
(g)
Observing
uncharted obstruction or failure of navigational aid;
(h)
Falling
over board of any object which may become an obstruction or danger to
navigation;
(i)
Spillage
of oil into the waterway;
(j)
Piracy
or theft onboard.
(iii)
The
master shall-
(a)
On
sighting a vessel or raft which has suffered an accident endangering persons or
the vessel or threatening to obstruct the channel, give immediate assistance to
such vessels without endangering safety of his own vessel;
(b)
In
case of any marine casualty, give warning to the approaching vessels to enable
them to take necessary action in good time steer clear of the channel when in
danger of sinking or goes out of control.
(iv)
All
the crew employed on board a vessel shall be under the control and orders of
the master of such vessel, who shall see that proper discipline and good
conduct is maintained by them. The crew shall on no account interfere with
passengers or behave rudely towards them.
(v)
When
the master of a vessel is temporarily absent during a voyage, the Serang on
board the vessel shall be held to be in charge with powers and responsibilities
of the Master. If such absence of he Master exceeds a day a duly qualified
Master shall be appointed immediately and the fact communicated forthwith to
the competent authority.
(vi)
Master
or persons in charge of a vessel shall give the competent officer or any person
authorized by him all necessary facilities for verifying compliance with these
regulations.
CHAPTER 14 MISCELLANEOUS
Rule - 106.
Power for State Government to modify
application of rule to certain inland mechanically propelled vessels:-The State
Government may, by notification in the official Gazette, declare that all or
any of the provisions of these rules shall not apply in the case of any
specified class of mechanically propelled vessels or shall apply to them with
such modification as may be specified in the notification.
Rule - 107.
All fees payable as per these rules can be
revised by State Government from time to time.
Rule - 108. Power to remove difficulties.
If any difficulty arises in giving effect to
the provisionally of this rule, the State Government may, be order, published
in the official Gazette, make such provisions, not inconsistent with the
provisions of this Rule, as may appear to be necessary for removing the
difficulties.
CHAPTER 15 INSURANCE & PENALTIES
Rule - 109.
For insurance of mechanically propelled
vessels the Chapter VIA of the Act and for Penalties, the Chapter VII of the
Act shall be applicable.
SCHEDULE
I
[Rule 10(3)]
(The State government may by
notification change the fees specified in the Schedule)
FEES PAYABLE UNDER CHAPTER III
(a) On initial registration, the scale of fees payable will be as
follows:- |
(In Rs.) |
(i) Vessels up to and including 50 M.T.G.R.T. |
1000.00 |
(ii) Vessels exceeding 50 M.T. up to 100 M.T.G.R.T. |
2000.00 |
(iii) Vessels exceeding 100 M.T. up to 200 M.T.G.R.T. |
4000.00 |
(iv) For every additional 100 M.T.G.R.T. or Part thereof |
2000.00 |
(b) For registering any Inland Vessel which has been registered under
the Merchant Shipping Act, 1958. |
2000.00 |
(c) Registration a new as directed by the Registering Authority |
Full amount of the rates indicated against above (a) |
(d) Registration of alteration to a Vessel |
1000.00 |
(e) Issue of duplicate certificate |
500.00 |
(f) Registration as a result of transfer of ownership within the same
or different state. |
Full amount of the rates indicated against above (a) |
(g) Appeal against the decision of Registering Authority |
1000.00 |
(h) Supervision fees |
|
(i) Upto Estimated amount cost Rs. 10 lakhs-1% minimum 10000.00 |
10000.00 |
(ii) Upto estimated cost amount Rs. 10 lakhs to 40 lakhs (Rs. 10000 +
0.5% on amount above Rs. 10 lakhs) |
(Rs. 10000 + 0.5% on amount above Rs. 10 lakhs) |
(iii) Above Rs. 40 lakhs estimated amount (Rs. 25000 + 0.25% on amount above Rs. 40 lakhs) |
(Rs. 25000 + on amount above Rs. 40 lakhs) |
SCHEDULE
II
[See Rule 27]
SYLLABUS FOR
EXAMINATION OF FIRST CLASS ENGINE DRIVERS
The written examination shall consist of one paper
of three hours duration consisting of the following subjects. Candidate
securing forty percent of the total marks will be deemed to have passed the
written test.
(1)
ELEMENTARY
MATHEMATICS: 20 Marks
(a)
Addition,
Subtraction, Multiplication, Division, Decimals and Vulgar Fraction.
(b)
Power
and roots of numbers, Ratio and proportion, Percentages, Direct and inverse
Variation, Averages.
(c)
Areas
and perimeters of a rectangle, triangle and circle, Volumes and Surface areas
of box shaped bodies, cylinders pyramids, cones and spheres, Simpson's first
and second rules, to find out the area of water planes and displacement of
boats and different draughts in sea/river/canal water by Simpson's rules as
well as by using area coefficient and prismatic co-efficient.
(d)
Solutions
of simple equation, involving use of given formulae, rearrangement of given
formulae.
(e)
To
calculate the T.P.I. (Total Pressure Index) in sea water and fresh water.
(f)
To
find out the carrying capacity of the boat.
(2)
ENGINEERING
KNOWLEDGE: 20 Marks
SECTION-A
(GENERAL)
(i)
Fundamental
Units,
(ii)
Density
and specific density,
(iii)
Parallelogram
of forces,
(iv)
The
Triangle of Forces,
(v)
Moments
and levers,
(vi)
Parallel
forces,
(vii)
Centre
of gravity,
(viii)
Stress
and strain,
(ix)
Friction,
(x)
Work,
(xi)
Temperature
scales,
(xii)
Quantity
of heat and specific heat,
(xiii)
Quantity
of Electricity and Faraday's Laws of Electrolysis,
(xiv)
Resistively,
(xv)
Ohm's
Law,
(xvi)
The
measurement of Resistance by the Ammeter/ Voltmeter method.
SECTION-B
MARINE ENGINEERING:
40 Marks
(i)
Working
principle of Marine engine.
(ii)
Difference
in between Internal Combustion Engine and External combustion Engine.
(iii)
Name
of Principal parts of machinery's.
(iv)
Knowledge
of what attention is required by the various parts of the machinery, use and
maintenance of valves, cocks pipes and connections, and familiar with the various
methods of supplying air and fuel to the cylinders; v Cause of defects and
their rectification.
(v)
Complete
overhauling of the Marine Engines.
(vi)
Nature
of the properties of the various fuel used in internal combustion engines;
(vii)
Precautions
against fire and explosions due to oil vapour or gas, flash point. The danger
of oil leakage, precautions while bunkering;
(viii)
Construction,
operation and maintenance of fire fighting appliances;
(ix)
Lay
out and working of electric light installation and battery installations;
(x)
Dry
docking including repairs to the propeller, tail shaft rudder and sea
connections, stern tubes, shaft brackets; xii Alignment of Shaft;
(xi)
Calculations
pertaining to speed, consumption of fuel and fresh water for a given voyage;
(xii)
Arrangements
for pumping out bilges; xv Preparation of defect list;
(xiii)
Utilisation
and maintenance of life saving appliances; xvii Able to draw free hand sketches
or machine and engine parts;
(xiv)
Maintaining
procedure or engine log book.
(3)
ENGINEERING
DRAWING : 20 Marks
Use of drawing instruments, reading of blue
prints and able to draw the sketches or various parts of the engine.
SCHEDULE
III
[See Rule 30(3)]
SYLLABUS FOR
EXAMINATION OF INLAND VESSEL ENGINEERS
The written examination shall consist of one
paper of three hours duration consisting of the following subjects. Candidate
securing forty per cent of the total marks will be deemed to have passed the
written test.
(1)
ELEMENTARY
MATHEMATICS: 20 Marks
(a)
Addition,
Subtraction, Multiplication, Division, Decimals and Vulgar Fraction.
(b)
Power
and roots of numbers, Ratio and proportion, Percentages, Direct and Inverse
Variation, Averages.
(c)
Areas
and perimeters of a rectangle, triangle and circle, Volumes and Surface areas
of box shaped bodies, cylinders pyramids, cones and spheres, Simpson's first
and second rules, practical applications involving use of the above. To find
out the area of water planes and displacement of boats at different draughts in
sea water and fresh water by Simpson's rules as well as by using area
co-efficient and prismatic co-efficient.
(d)
Solutions
of simple equation, involving use of given formulae, rearrangement of given
formulae.
(e)
To
calculate the T.P.I. in sea water and fresh water.
(f)
Difference
of draughts when boat moves from sea water to fresh water or vice-versa.
(g)
To
find out the carrying capacity of the boat.
(2)
ENGINEERING
KNOWLEDGE: 20 Marks
SECTION A
(GENERAL)
(i)
Fundamental
Units,
(ii)
Density
and specific density,
(iii)
Parallelogram
of forces,
(iv)
The
Triangle of Forces,
(v)
Moments
and levers,
(vi)
Parallel
forces,
(vii)
Centre
of gravity,
(viii)
Stress
and strain,
(ix)
Friction,
(x)
Work,
(xi)
Temperature
scales,
(xii)
Quantity
of heat and specific heats
(xiii)
Quantity
of Electricity and Farad's Laws of Electrolysis,
(xiv)
Resistively,
(xv)
Ohm's
Law,
(xvi)
The
measurement of resistance by the Ammeter/Voltmeter Method.
SECTION B
MARINE ENGINEERING
40 Marks
(i)
Principal
of working construction operation and maintenance of two stroke and four
stroke internal combustion engines (Supercharged and naturally aspirated) used
on board ship. with particular reference to starting and reversing arrangements
and safety devices.
(ii)
General
used and application of various materials used in machinery on board of Inland
Vessels.
(iii)
The
construction, use and principles involved in the action of pressure gauge,
thermometer, pyrometer and other measuring instruments commonly used on boards
ships.
(iv)
Construction,
operation and maintenance of centrifugal bucket and gear type pumps.
(v)
Lay-out
and creation of bilge, ballast and fuel systems.
(vi)
Construction,
operation and maintenance of steering gears.
(vii)
Lay
out and working of electric light and electric power installation with
particular reference to safety devices.
(viii)
Construction
and care of staring air vessels including mountings.
(ix)
Construction
and operation of refrigerating plant.
(x)
Estimation
and fuel, lubricating oil and water consumption for given voyage.
(xi)
Work
related to dry docking, including propeller, tail, shaft, rudder, sea
connections, stern tube, shaft bracket.
(xii)
Elements
of boat construction.
(xiii)
Precautions
against fire and explosions due to oil vapour or gas, flash point. The danger
of oil leakage precautions while bunkering.
(xiv)
Explosion
in crank cases and starting air systems.
(xv)
Construction,
operation and maintenance of fire fighting appliances.
(xvi)
Knowledge
of statutory requirements concerning safety.
(xvii)
Candidates
will be expected to draw free hand sketches of machine and engine parts. xviii.
Preparation of defect list and procedure of maintaining engine log book. xix.
Use and maintenance of life saving appliances.
(3)
ENGINEERING
DRAWING : 20 Marks
Use of drawing instruments, reading of blue
prints, production of working drawing of machine and engine parts.
SCHEDULE
IV
(Rule 9)
(The State government may by
notification change the fees specified in the Schedule)
Sl. N. |
Gross Tonnage of Inland Vessels and other descriptions |
Fees payable in Rupees |
1 |
Preliminary General Survey Required Fees |
|
|
(a) Upto 10 tons |
500.00 |
|
(b) Exceeding 10 tons but does not exceed 25 tons |
750.00 |
|
(c) Exceeding 25 tons but does not exceed 50 tons |
1000.00 |
|
(d) Exceeding 50 tons but does not exceed 75 tons |
1500.00 |
|
(e) Exceeding 75 tons but does not exceed 100 tons |
2000.00 |
|
(f) Exceeding 100 tons but does not exceed 300 tons |
4000.00 |
|
(g) Exceeding 300 tons but does not exceed 600 tons |
6000.00 |
|
(h) Exceeding 600 tons for every 300 tons or part thereof |
1000.00 extra |
2 |
Fee payable for intermediate survey and during validity of survey
certificate or extra survey/inspection- as per tonnage in item no. 1 above |
one extra fee |
3 |
Fee payable for survey on Sunday and other holidays in additional to
ordinary fee chargeable. |
one extra fee |
4 |
An extra fee chargeable if survey is called upon to undertake survey
after 5.30 p.m. but before 9.00. a.m. |
one extra fee |
5 |
For change of name of the owner or master or engine driver for the
vessel on the certificate of survey or license certificate or Authorisation of any person. |
500.00 |
6 |
For extension of survey validity -As per item no. 1 |
one extra fee |
7 |
For registration or enlistment of Builder or repairer |
500.00 |
8 |
Issue of second copy of certificate or certified copy of certificate |
500.00 |
9 |
An appeal against the survey certificate or order or 'determination of
the surveyor. |
1000.00 |
10 |
Fee for dry dock survey - As per tonnage in item No.-1 above |
Three times fee |
11 |
The time of the enforcement of survey fees |
one year |
12 |
For approval of drawing/ plans during alterations/ repair- 0.05 % of
estimated cost minimum Rs. 1000.00 |
1000.00 each |
13 |
For examination and consideration of design plans/drawing/ layout as
requested- 0.05 % of tender cost amount. minimum Rs. 2000.00 |
2000.00 each |
14 |
For witnessing tests of fire extinguishers, life buys, chains and
'anchors etc. as requested per visit. |
1000.00 |