For self elevating and column stabilized units, is 100%……
For self elevating and column stabilized units, is 100% lifeboat capacity acceptable for the MODU Code?()
A.No, the MODU Code requires that there should be 100% capacity available when all lifeboats in one location are lost or rendered unusable, or all the lifeboats on any one side, or any one corner of the unit are lost or rendered unusable. Generally, this requirement is met by applying 2 x 100% lifeboat capacities
B.Yes, the lifeboats should be able of carrying the number of personnel onboard the unit., i.e. 1 x 100%
C.Yes, provided you have additional liferaft capacity
D.You don’t need lifeboats as long as you have 2 x 100% liferaft capacity