Semi-submersible or Column-stabilised Units

Semi-submersible or Column-stabilised Units

Definition(s)

Semi-submersible or Column-stabilised Units

Semi-submersible or column-stabilised units have working platforms supported on widely spaced buoyant columns. The columns are normally attached to buoyant lower hulls or pontoons. These units are normally floating types but can be designed to rest on the sea bed, see also 2.2.3. Source: Rules and Regulations for the Classification of Mobile Offshore Units, Part 1, Regulations, June 2013, Lloyd’s Register, Global Standards
Barge Units

Barge Units

Definition(s)

Barge Units

Barge units are surface type units without primary propelling machinery. Source: Rules and Regulations for the Classification of Mobile Offshore Units, Part 1, Regulations, June 2013, Lloyd’s Register, Global Standards
Ship Units

Ship Units

Definition(s)

Ship Units

Ship units are self-propelled surface type units of shipshaped single or multiple hull form. Source: Rules and Regulations for the Classification of Mobile Offshore Units, Part 1, Regulations, June 2013, Lloyd’s Register, Global Standards
Surface Type Units

Surface Type Units

Definition(s)

Surface Type Units

Surface type units are units with a ship or barge type displacement hull of single or multiple hull construction intended for operation in the floating condition. Source: Rules and Regulations for the Classification of Mobile Offshore Units, Part 1, Regulations, June 2013, Lloyd’s Register, Global Standards
Self-propelled

Self-propelled

Definition(s)

Self-propelled

Self-propelled means that the unit is designed for unassisted sea passages and is fitted with propelling machinery in accordance with LR Rules. Source: Rules and Regulations for the Classification of Mobile Offshore Units, Part 1, Regulations, June 2013, Lloyd’s Register, Global Standards
National Authority

National Authority

Definition(s)

National Authority

National Authority is the Marine Authority in the country in which a unit is registered. Source: Rules and Regulations for the Classification of Mobile Offshore Units, Part 1, Regulations, June 2013, Lloyd’s Register, Global Standards
Coastal State Authority

Coastal State Authority

Definition(s)

Coastal State Authority

Coastal State Authority is the Authority responsible for the safety standards of units operating in or adjacent to their territorial waters. Source: Rules and Regulations for the Classification of Mobile Offshore Units, Part 1, Regulations, June 2013, Lloyd’s Register, Global Standards
Mobile

Mobile

Definition(s)

Mobile

Mobile indicates that the unit is designed to be moved from one operating site to another. Source: Rules and Regulations for the Classification of Mobile Offshore Units, Part 1, Regulations, June 2013, Lloyd’s Register, Global Standards
Drill

Drill

Definition(s)

Drill

Drill means a form of exercise which provides the opportunity to practice elements of the system. Drills are carried out under realistic conditions while allowing for instruction and training, e.g. breathing apparatus drills for the fire team, casualty handling for first aid and stretcher teams, etc. Source: IMO Resolution A.1079(28), Recommendations for the Training and Certification of Personnel on Mobile Offshore Units (MOUs), Adopted on 4 December 2013, International Maritime Organization, Regulatory Guidance
Exercise

Exercise

Definition(s)

Exercise

Exercise means a test of the emergency response arrangements under as near realistic conditions as possible on the MOU and involves all MOU personnel. Source: IMO Resolution A.1079(28), Recommendations for the Training and Certification of Personnel on Mobile Offshore Units (MOUs), Adopted on 4 December 2013, International Maritime Organization, Regulatory Guidanceia
SSO

SSO

Definition(s)

SSO

Ship security officer. Source: IMO Resolution A.1079(28), Recommendations for the Training and Certification of Personnel on Mobile Offshore Units (MOUs), Adopted on 4 December 2013, International Maritime Organization, Regulatory Guidance
Security Duties

Security Duties

Definition(s)

Security Duties

Security duties include all security tasks and duties as defined by chapter XI-2 of the International Convention for the Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS 1974, as amended) and the International Ship and Port Facility Security (ISPS) Code. Source: IMO Resolution A.1079(28), Recommendations for the Training and Certification of Personnel on Mobile Offshore Units (MOUs), Adopted on 4 December 2013, International Maritime Organization, Regulatory Guidance
Other Mobile Offshore Unit

Other Mobile Offshore Unit

Definition(s)

Other Mobile Offshore Unit

Other mobile offshore unit is a MOU which may be involved in any single offshore activity or combination of offshore activities such as:
  1. construction;
  2. maintenance (including the maintenance of wells);
  3. lifting operations;
  4. pipe-laying and related operations;
  5. emergency/contingency preparedness, including firefighting;
  6. production systems;
  7. accommodations;
  8. storage systems; and
  9. diving.
MOUs do not include vessels such as:
  1. supply vessels;
  2. standby vessels;
  3. anchor-handling vessels;
  4. seismic vessels;
  5. ship-shape mono hull diving support vessels; and
  6. special purpose ships.
Source: IMO Resolution A.1079(28), Recommendations for the Training and Certification of Personnel on Mobile Offshore Units (MOUs), Adopted on 4 December 2013, International Maritime Organization, Regulatory Guidance
Offshore Personnel

Offshore Personnel

Definition(s)

Offshore Personnel

Offshore Personnel means personnel on board the MOU as indicated in section 5.1. Source: IMO Resolution A.1079(28), Recommendations for the Training and Certification of Personnel on Mobile Offshore Units (MOUs), Adopted on 4 December 2013, International Maritime Organization, Regulatory Guidance
Muster List

Muster List

Definition(s)

Muster List

Muster list means the list prescribed by an international convention or recommendation which applies to the MOU. If no convention or recommendation applies, it means a similar list which indicates essential information on actions to be taken in the event of an emergency, in particular the station to which each person should go and the duties which that person should perform including the designation of individual responsibilities for the safety of others. Source: IMO Resolution A.1079(28), Recommendations for the Training and Certification of Personnel on Mobile Offshore Units (MOUs), Adopted on 4 December 2013, International Maritime Organization, Regulatory Guidance
MOUs

MOUs

Definition(s)

MOUs

Mobile offshore units. Source: IMO Resolution A.1079(28), Recommendations for the Training and Certification of Personnel on Mobile Offshore Units (MOUs), Adopted on 4 December 2013, International Maritime Organization, Regulatory Guidance
Mobile Offshore Accommodation Unit

Mobile Offshore Accommodation Unit

Definition(s)

Mobile Offshore Accommodation Unit

Mobile offshore accommodation unit is a unit the primary purpose of which is to accommodate personnel working offshore. Source: IMO Resolution A.1079(28), Recommendations for the Training and Certification of Personnel on Mobile Offshore Units (MOUs), Adopted on 4 December 2013, International Maritime Organization, Regulatory Guidance
Maritime Safety Training

Maritime Safety Training

Definition(s)

Maritime Safety Training

Maritime safety training means training with respect to safety of life at sea, including personal and group survival. Source: IMO Resolution A.1079(28), Recommendations for the Training and Certification of Personnel on Mobile Offshore Units (MOUs), Adopted on 4 December 2013, International Maritime Organization, Regulatory Guidance
Maritime Crew

Maritime Crew

Definition(s)

Maritime Crew

Maritime crew comprises the OIM, barge supervisor, ballast control operator and maintenance supervisor as well as other deck and engineer officers, radio operators and ratings as defined in regulation I/1 of the STCW Convention, as amended. Source: IMO Resolution A.1079(28), Recommendations for the Training and Certification of Personnel on Mobile Offshore Units (MOUs), Adopted on 4 December 2013, International Maritime Organization, Regulatory Guidance
Maintenance supervisor (MS)

Maintenance supervisor (MS)

Definition(s)

Maintenance supervisor (MS)

Maintenance supervisor (MS) means the person assigned responsibility for the inspection, operation and testing, as required, of all machinery and equipment as specified by the owner of the MOU. The maintenance supervisor on some MOUs may also be referred to as the chief engineer, technical section leader or rig mechanic. Source: IMO Resolution A.1079(28), Recommendations for the Training and Certification of Personnel on Mobile Offshore Units (MOUs), Adopted on 4 December 2013, International Maritime Organization, Regulatory Guidance
Emergency Preparedness Training

Emergency Preparedness Training

Definition(s)

Emergency Preparedness Training

Emergency preparedness training means training which prepares individuals to respond adequately and safely to anticipate emergency situations. Source: IMO Resolution A.1079(28), Recommendations for the Training and Certification of Personnel on Mobile Offshore Units (MOUs), Adopted on 4 December 2013, International Maritime Organization, Regulatory Guidance
Documentary Evidence

Documentary Evidence

Definition(s)

Documentary Evidence

Documentary evidence means documentation, other than a certificate of competency or certificate of proficiency, used to establish that the relevant requirements of these recommendations have been met. Source: IMO Resolution A.1079(28), Recommendations for the Training and Certification of Personnel on Mobile Offshore Units (MOUs), Adopted on 4 December 2013, International Maritime Organization, Regulatory Guidance
Coastal State Administration

Coastal State Administration

Definition(s)

Coastal State Administration

Coastal State Administration means the Government of the coastal State concerned in cases where a MOU is engaged in exploration for, or exploitation of, the seabed and subsoil thereof, adjacent to the coast over which the coastal State exercises sovereign rights for the purposes of exploration and exploitation of its natural resources. Source: IMO Resolution A.1079(28), Recommendations for the Training and Certification of Personnel on Mobile Offshore Units (MOUs), Adopted on 4 December 2013, International Maritime Organization, Regulatory Guidance
Certificate of Proficiency (CoP)

Certificate of Proficiency (CoP)

Definition(s)

Certificate of Proficiency (CoP)

Certificate of proficiency (CoP) means a certificate, other than a certificate of competency, issued to offshore personnel stating that the relevant requirements of training, competencies or seagoing service in these recommendations have been met. Source: IMO Resolution A.1079(28), Recommendations for the Training and Certification of Personnel on Mobile Offshore Units (MOUs), Adopted on 4 December 2013, International Maritime Organization, Regulatory Guidance
Certificate of Competency (CoC)

Certificate of Competency (CoC)

Definition(s)

Certificate of Competency (CoC)

Certificate of competency (CoC) means a certificate issued and/or endorsed by the Administration for offshore personnel in accordance with the provisions of these recommendations and entitling the lawful holder thereof to serve in the capacity and perform the functions involved at the level of responsibility specified therein. Source: IMO Resolution A.1079(28), Recommendations for the Training and Certification of Personnel on Mobile Offshore Units (MOUs), Adopted on 4 December 2013, International Maritime Organization, Regulatory Guidance
Barge Supervisor (BS)

Barge Supervisor (BS)

Definition(s)

Barge Supervisor (BS)

Barge Supervisor (BS) means a person who may provide support to the offshore installation manager (OIM) in certain essential marine matters. The barge supervisor on some MOUs may be referred to as the stability section leader, barge engineer or barge master. Source: IMO Resolution A.1079(28), Recommendations for the Training and Certification of Personnel on Mobile Offshore Units (MOUs), Adopted on 4 December 2013, International Maritime Organization, Regulatory Guidance
Ballast Control Operator (BCO)

Ballast Control Operator (BCO)

Definition(s)

Ballast Control Operator (BCO)

Ballast Control Operator (BCO) means the person assigned responsibility for the normal day-to-day control of trim, draught and stability. Source: IMO Resolution A.1079(28), Recommendations for the Training and Certification of Personnel on Mobile Offshore Units (MOUs), Adopted on 4 December 2013, International Maritime Organization, Regulatory Guidance
BCO

BCO

Definition(s)

BCO

Ballast Control Operator Source: IMO Resolution A.1079(28), Recommendations for the Training and Certification of Personnel on Mobile Offshore Units (MOUs), Adopted on 4 December 2013, International Maritime Organization, Regulatory Guidance
Process Vessel

Process Vessel

Definition(s)

Process Vessel

“process vessel” means a heater, dehydrator, separator, treater or vessel used in the processing or treatment of produced gas or oil. (récipient de fabrication). Source: Canada Oil and Gas Installations Regulations, SOR/96-111, Canada, current to May 1, 2014. Regulations
Training and Qualifications Committee

Training and Qualifications Committee

Definition(s)

 Training and Qualifications Committee

the committee formed voluntarily by the Canadian Association of Petroleum Producers, the Canadian Association of Oilwell Drilling Contractors, the Canada-Newfoundland Offshore Petroleum Board and the Canada-Nova Scotia Offshore Petroleum Board to develop and maintain the Atlantic Canada Offshore Petroleum Industry: Standard Practice for the Training and Qualification of Personnel. Source: Atlantic Canada Offshore Petroleum Industry, Standard Practice for the Training and Qualifications of Personnel, 2013, Canadian Association of Petroleum Producers, Global Standards