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Ministry of Defence

Defence Standard 02-872 Part 1


Issue 1 Publication Date 02 December 2002

Procedures for First Level Nickel


Aluminium Bronze Castings
Part 1
Policy

Category 1

AMENDMENTS ISSUED SINCE PUBLICATION


AMD NO

DATE OF
ISSUE

TEXT AFFECTED

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Revision Note
This Issue of this Standard has been prepared to incorporate changes to text and presentation.
The technical content has been updated in line with current practice.
Historical Record
DGSM Memo 24

DEFENCE STANDARD 02-872

PROCEDURES FOR FIRST LEVEL


NICKEL ALUMINIUM BRONZE CASTINGS

PART 1

ISSUE 1

POLICY

This Defence Standard


is authorised for use in MOD contracts
by the Defence Procurement Agency
and the Warship Support Agency

Published By:
Defence Procurement Agency
An Executive Agency of the Ministry of Defence
UK Defence Standardization
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65 Brown St
Glasgow G2 8EX
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SCOPE
1.

This specification covers the policy for the recording and updating of Nickel Aluminium
Bronze castings fitted in submarines to meet the First Level Quality Assurance requirements
in accordance with SSP 25.

2.

Part 2 of this Defence Standard is to be used for the validation of all Submarine First Level
castings made of Nickel Aluminium Bronze manufactured to Def Stan 02-747 Part 1, 2 or 4.
It is to be used to establish a baseline of data for any weld repairs, wall thickness
measurements and the integrity of the casting at manufacture.

3.

Part 3 of this Defence Standard is to be used for the revalidation of Submarine First Level
castings made of Nickel Aluminium Bronze manufactured to DGS 8520, DGS 348 or Def
Stan 02-747 Part 1, 2, or 4 which have had service use involving contact with sea water.

4.

Part 4 of this Defence Standard is to be used for in-service inspections carried out outside of
the Long overhaul Period.
FOREWORD
Sponsorship

1.

This Defence Standard (Def Stan) is sponsored by the Warship Support Agency, Ministry of
Defence (MOD).

2.

The complete Def Stan 02-872 comprises:


Procedures for First Level Nickel Aluminium Bronze castings.
Part 1:

Policy

Part 2:

Validation

Part 3:

Revalidation

Part 4:

Inspections Outside of Long Overhaul Period

3.

If it is found to be unsuitable for any particular requirement the MOD is to be informed in


writing of the circumstances.

4.

Any user of this Defence Standard either within MOD or in industry may propose an
amendment to it. Proposals for amendments that are not directly applicable to a particular
contract are to be made to the publishing authority identified on Page (1), and those directly
applicable to a particular contract are to be dealt with using contract procedures.

5.

No alteration is to be made to this Defence Standard except by the issue of an authorised


amendment.

6.

Unless otherwise stated, reference in this Defence Standard to approval, approved, authorised
or similar terms, means the Ministry of Defence in writing.

7.

Any significant amendments that may be made to this Defence Standard at a later date will be
indicated by a vertical sideline. Deletions will be indicated by 000 appearing at the end of the
line interval.

DEF STAN 02-872 Pt 1 / Issue 1

8.

Extracts from British Standards within this Defence Standard have been included with the
permission of the British Standards Institution.
Conditions of Release
General

9.

This Defence Standard has been devised solely for the use of the MOD, and its contractors in
the execution of contracts for the MOD. To the extent permitted by law, the Crown hereby
excludes all liability whatsoever and howsoever arising (including but without limitation,
liability resulting from negligence) for any loss or damage however caused when the Defence
Standard is used for any other purpose.

10.

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third party rights. It is not to be released, reproduced or published without written permission
of the MOD.

11.

The Crown reserves the right to amend or modify the contents of this Defence Standard
without consulting or informing any holder.

MoD Tender or Contract Process


12.

This Defence Standard is the property of the Crown. Unless otherwise authorised in writing
by the MOD must be returned on completion of the contract or submission of the tender in
connection with which it is issued.

13.

When this Defence Standard is used in connection with a MOD tender or contract, the user is
to ensure that he is in possession of the appropriate version of each document, including
related documents, relevant to each particular tender or contract. Enquiries in this connection
may be made of the Authority named in the tender or contract.

14.

When Defence Standards are incorporated into contracts, users are responsible for their
correct application and for complying with contractual and other statutory requirements.
Compliance with a Defence Standard does not of itself confer immunity from legal
obligations.
Categories of Naval Defence Standard

15.

The Category of this Naval Defence Standard has been determined using the following
criteria:
a)

Category 1. If not applied may have a Critical affect on the following:


Safety of the vessel, its complement or third parties.
Operational performance of the vessel, its systems or equipment.

b)

Category 2. If not applied may have a Significant affect on the following:


Safety of the vessel, its complement or third parties.
Operational performance of the vessel, its systems or equipment.
Through life costs and support.

c)

Category 3. If not applied may have a Minor affect on the following:


MOD best practice and fleet commonality.
Corporate experience and knowledge.
Current support practice.
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Related Documents
16.

In the tender and procurement processes the related documents in each Section and Annex A
can be obtained as follows:
a)

British Standards

British Standards Institution,


389 Chiswick High Road,
London, W4 4AL

b)

Defence Standards

Defence Procurement Agency


An Executive Agency of the MoD
UK Defence Standardization,
Kentigern House, 65 Brown Street,
Glasgow, G2 8EX

c)

Other documents

Tender or Contract Sponsor to advise.

17.

All applications to Ministry Establishments for related documents are to quote the relevant
MOD Invitation to Tender or Contract Number and date, together with the sponsoring
Directorate and the Tender or Contract Sponsor.

18.

Prime Contractors are responsible for supplying their subcontractors with relevant
documentation, including specifications, standards and drawings.

Health and Safety


Warning
19.

This Defence Standard may call for the use of processes, substances and procedures that may
be injurious to health if adequate precautions are not taken. It refers only too technical
suitability and in no way absolves either the supplier or any user from statutory obligations
relating to health and safety at any stage of manufacture or use. Where attention is drawn to
hazards, those quoted may not necessarily be exhaustive.

20.

This Defence Standard has been written and is to be used taking into account the policy
stipulated in JSP430: MOD Ship Safety Management System Handbook.

Additional Information
(There is no relevant information)

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CONTENTS
Page No
TITLE PAGE

SCOPE

FOREWORD

Sponsorship

Conditions of Release

Categories of Naval Defence Standard

Related Documents

Health and Safety

CONTENTS

SECTION

1.
1.1
1.2
1.3
1.4

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS
Critical Castings
Validation, Revalidation and Inspections
Upkeep of NAB Castings
Identification

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6
6
6
7

SECTION

2.
2.1
2.2
2.3
2.4

REQUIREMENTS FOR THE NAB REGISTER


NAB Register
NAB Register at Build
NAB Register During Commission
NAB Register at LOP(R)

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8
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SECTION

3.
3.1
3.2

QUALITY DOCUMENTATION
NAB Casting Quality Documentation
Audits of Quality Documentation

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9
9

ANNEX A.

RELATED DOCUMENTS

10

ANNEX B.

DEFINITIONS AND ABBREVIATIONS

11

ANNEX C.

PROCUREMENT CHECK LIST

12

ANNEX D.

SAMPLE FORMAT PAGE FOR NICKEL


ALUMINIUM BRONZE REGISTER

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ALPHABETICAL INDEX

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1.

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS
Related Documents: Def Stan 02-747 Parts 1, 2 and 4, Def Stan 02-824, Def Stan 02-863,
Def Stan 02-872 Parts 2, 3 & 4, DGS 8520, see also Annex A.

1.1

Critical Castings
a.

1.2

1.3

All NAB castings in First Level Quality Assured Systems which are normally in
contact with sea water i.e. those castings which directly affect submarine safety, are
designated CRITICAL CASTINGS. All castings in this category are to be identified
and listed in a NAB Register (see Section 2), and are to be manufactured in
accordance with Def Stan 02-747 Part 1, 2 or 4. Such castings are to be either Class I
or Class II castings. No Class III castings will fall into this category. The casting
classifications are defined in Def Stan 02-863.

Validation, Revalidation and Inspections


a.

All NAB castings listed in the NAB Register are to be Validated or Revalidated in
accordance with Part 2 or 3 of this Defence standard before installation. Orders and
contracts for new castings to Def Stan 02-747 Part 1, 2 or 4 for use in critical
positions must state that the castings are to be supplied validated in accordance with
Part 2 of this Defence standard.

b.

The periodicity of revalidation is to be reviewed by the Design Authority following


feedback from in service Inspections. (See Part 4 of this Defence Standard for
requirements for Revalidation's carried out outside of a Long Overhaul Period).

Upkeep of NAB Castings


a.

A number of "Higher Risk" NAB castings will be selected by WSA for examination
during Docking Periods (DP) as considered necessary. Inspections are to be carried
out to the requirements of Part 4 of this Defence Standard. Reports of examinations
are to be made to the Design Authority as early as possible to enable the results to be
assessed and necessary actions to be undertaken during the DP.

b.

At the LOP(R) all NAB castings listed in the NAB Register are to be either
revalidated in accordance with Part 3 of this Defence Standard, or replaced with
NAB castings validated in accordance with Part 2 of this Defence Standard or
Copper Nickel Chromium castings to Def Stan 02-824. Repair by welding will not
normally be allowed on revalidation (see Part 3 of this Defence Standard).

c.

Non-critical castings (those not listed in the NAB Register) are to be replaced only
when defective.

d.

Revalidation of a casting may not be physically possible or economically viable. The


LOP(R) Contractor is to produce a list of castings considered unsuitable for
revalidation, based on previous experience, which is to be authorised by the Design
Authority prior to LOP(R). The LOP(R) Contractor is to supply the Design Authority
with the list and all supporting documentation.

e.

If at any time during the revalidation process, the LOP(R) Contractor believes a
casting which is not on the list detailed in Clause 1.3d is unsuitable for revalidation,
Design Authority endorsement is required before the casting is rejected.

DEF STAN 02-872 Pt 1 / Issue 1

NOTE: To ensure that the Design Authority is given sufficient time to answer individual
queries, it is essential that the Design Authority receives information on castings as early
as possible, including accurate detailed information on defects. The reason for rejecting the
casting must be clearly stated, and be supported with detailed information. Defect
information must as a minimum contain accurate positions, types, extent and depth of
corrosion, together with detailed sketches.
1.4

Identification
a.

Previously validated/revalidated castings should have been stamped with a code,


which uniquely identifies them. The code consists of the radiograph number which
may be preceded by the letters H or HA. The letters H and A indicate that the casting
has been heat-treated and weld repaired respectively. Castings manufactured to
specifications subsequent to DGS 8520 will have their specification indicated,
followed by letters VAL and the date. The letters VAL and the date show that the
casting has been previously validated/revalidated on the date shown.

NOTE: Pressure castings are not to be stamped on the highly stressed region e.g. Critical
Test Regions of the castings. The stamping should be positioned on low stress areas as
indicated below:
i. Valve bodies - should be stamped at the edge of the cover flange or in the absence
of a prominent cover flange then as close to the cover position as possible. Failing
this another flange should be stamped, but stamping on hull flanges is to be avoided.
ii. Flange fittings - to be stamped on a flange edge.
iii. Unflanged fittings - to be stamped on an area that is thicker that the minimum
acceptable wall thickness.

2.

REQUIREMENTS FOR THE NAB REGISTER


Related Documents: D237a, D448, SMP 34, SSP 52, see also Annex A

2.1

NAB Register
a.

The NAB Register is the document used to monitor and control the inspection and
replacement of First Level Quality Assured NAB castings which are normally in
contact with sea water and are fitted on HM Submarines. Arrangements are being
made to enter and control the NAB Register on the Master Record Database. Until
this is accomplished the requirements of Clauses 2.2, 2.3 and 2.4 are to apply.

b.

The approved format of the NAB Register is detailed at Annex D. Minor variations
to this format are acceptable provided all the information detailed in Annex D is
included, and approval has been obtained from the Design Authority. Columns 10
and 11 are to be completed by the Design Authority.

c.

All concessions/Departures From Design Intent (DDINs)/Customer Non


Conformances (CNCs) are to be recorded in the NAB Register, in particular those
which directly affect the structure, geometry or pressure boundary integrity of each
casting component.

DEF STAN 02-872 Pt 1 / Issue 1

2.2

2.3

2.4

NAB Register at Build


a.

The Shipbuilder is to be contracted to prepare the NAB Register for all castings as
defined in Clause 2.1b above. The Register is to be dated and is to contain all the
information in the format detailed at Annex D.

b.

The NAB Register is to be supplied by the Shipbuilder at the end of build, and
should be available at the first reading of the D448 / Defect & Deficiency Data Base
(SSP 52 refers). The copy supplied to the submarine Commanding Officer will
always be designated as the Master Copy.

c.

The Shipbuilder is also to send one copy of the NAB Register to the Design
Authority not later than one month after the acceptance of the submarine into service
(PAD).

NAB Register During Commission


a.

It is the Commanding Officer's responsibility i.a.w. SMP 34 to keep the submarines


copy of the NAB Register up to date following any work undertaken outside of
LOP(R).

b.

Between LOP(R)s, it is the responsibility of the submarine Marine Engineer Officer


(MEO) to maintain the Master Copy of each Register. Changes to a Register as a
result of Ship, Base or Contractor work must be noted in the Register and the
changes recorded on a fly-sheet at the front of that Register. Copies of register
amendments are to be passed to the Design Authority or the Design Authority's
support contractor.

c.

Six months prior to a submarine commencing a Docking Period (DP) or Revalidation


Assisted Maintenance Period (RAMP), a member of WSA/DPA staff reconcile the
differences between their copy of the Register and the Submarine's Master Copy so
that the Design Authority Requirements (DAR) can be adequately defined.

d.

During a DP, the DP contractor is responsible for updating the master copy of the
Register in accordance with the DAR. Copies of new pages and amendments must be
forwarded to WSA/DPA in order to update the Design Authority's copy of the NAB
Register. At the end of the DP the Registers will be audited along with the First
Level Quality Assurance documentation and should be available prior to the first
reading of the D237a.

NAB Register at LOP(R)


a.

During the LOP(R), the LOP(R) Contractor is responsible for preparing and updating
the Register in accordance with the DAR. The Master copies of the Register, their
amendments and any validation/revalidation certificates must be forwarded to the
contractor via WSA/DPA at the Contract Start Date (Take in Hand) in order that
SubIPT PSG2 can note and amend the Register to incorporate any changes carried
out in the previous 6 months.

b.

On forwarding the Register, the Submarine's Quality Assurance Officer must discuss
with the LOP(R) Contractor, via the Project Contract Manager (PCM), the format for
notification of the inspections and changes completed during the upkeep period by
ships staff.
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3.

c.

At the end of the LOP(R), the Registers will be audited along with the First Level
Quality Assurance documentation and are to be available one week before the first
reading of the D237a.

d.

On completion of the NAB revalidation programme the LOP(R) Contractor is to


notify the Design Authority, to allow End of LOP(R) audits to be planned.

e.

The NAB Register in its final form, is to be certified as acceptable by the Design
Authority at the time of the first reading of the D237a.

f.

The Master NAB Register will be issued to the submarine by the PCM and one copy
forwarded to the Design Authority.

QUALITY DOCUMENTATION
Related Documents: DAR/SUMS document, Def Stan 02-747 Parts 1, 2 & 4, Def Stan 02872 Parts 2, 3 & 4, SSP25, see also Annex A

3.1

3.2

NAB Casting Quality Documentation


a.

Complete Quality Documentation including a copy of the validation certificate, Weld


Repair Recording Sheets, Wall Thickness Recording Sheets and sketches/
photographs for all NAB castings listed in the NAB Register is to be provided in
accordance with Def Stan 02-747 Part 1, 2 or 4 and this Defence Standard Parts 2, 3
and 4 and forwarded to the Through Life Records Contractor.

b.

First level equipment which contains First Level NAB castings will be supplied with
a Certificate of Conformity, together with a full set of QA Documentation for the
castings as detailed in Clause 3.1a, which, if complete for applicability and
acceptability, certifies the equipment for fitting. On completion of fitting a First
Level equipment the Certificate of Conformity, together with a full set of QA
Documentation for the castings as detailed in Clause 3.1a, is to be forwarded to the
Through Life Records Contractor.

Audits of Quality Documentation


a.

Audits of the complete quality documentation may be conducted by the Design


Authority led by SubIPT DAWS 4 or 5 during LOP(R) and Upkeep Periods in
accordance with SSP 25 as required by the DAR/SUMS document.

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ANNEX A.
RELATED DOCUMENTS
A1.

The following documents and publications are referred to in this Defence Standard:

JSP430

MOD Ship Safety Management System Handbook

D237a

End of LOP(R) Documentation

D448

Report of materiel and trials state of new construction and post LOP(R)
ships

DAR/SUMS

DAR/SUMS document

Def Stan 02-747

Requirements for Nickel Aluminium Bronze Castings and ingots


Part 1: - Nickel Aluminium Bronze (Naval alloy) centrifugal castings and
ingots
Part 2: - Nickel Aluminium Bronze (Naval alloy) sand castings and ingots

Def Stan 02-824


Def Stan 02-863
Def Stan 02-872

Part 4: - Nickel Aluminium Bronze (Naval alloy) sand castings with


welding restricted to the non-wetted surface (Class I and II castings only)
Copper Nickel Chromium sand castings and ingots
Requirements for the classification, dimensions, tolerances and general
acceptance standards for copper and nickel alloy castings
Procedures for First Level Nickel Aluminium Bronze Castings
Part 2 Validation
Part 3 Revalidation

DGS 348

Part 4 Inspections Outside of Long Overhaul Period


Cast Nickel Aluminium Bronze

DGS 8520

Cast Nickel Aluminium Bronze

DGSM Memo 24
SMP 34

DGSM Policy applicable to Nickel Aluminium Bronze Castings Fitted in


Submarines and which are in Contact with Sea Water
Submarine Quality Manual

SSP 25

Quality Assurance for Safety in Submarines

SSP 52

Conduct of Acceptance and the Defect and Deficiency Database (D3B)


(Report of The Material and Trials State of Vessels)

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ANNEX B.
DEFINITIONS AND ABBREVIATIONS
B1. For the purposes of this Defence Standard the following definitions and abbreviations apply:
CNC

Customer Non-Conformance

DAR

Design Authority Requirements

DDIN

Departure from Design Intent

Design Authority

Authority with design responsibility for the equipment

DP

Docking Period. This replaces the obsolete terms CUP (Capability


Upkeep Period) and DAMP (Docking Assistance Maintenance Period).
Defence Procurement Agency

DPA
First Level Quality
Assured

LOP(R)

Where the consequences of failure of a hull area, system or equipment are


such that it would lead to loss of the submarine, these areas, systems and
equipments will be classified First Level and additional Quality
Assurance measures will be implemented. SSP 25 refers.
Long Overhaul Period (Refuel). This replaces the obsolete term Refit.

LOP(R) Contractor

Organization contracted to carry out the LOP(R) of the submarine.

MEO

Marine Engineer Officer

NAB

Nickel Aluminium Bronze to DGS 8520, DGS 348 or Def Stan 02-747

NAB Register

PAD

The document used to record, monitor and control the inspection and
replacement of First Level Quality Assured NAB castings which are
normally in contact with sea water fitted on each submarine
MOD in - house code for determining the life of NAB castings based on
statistical analysis.
Programmed Acceptance Date

PCM

Project Contract Manager

PQO(S)

Shipbuilder

Principle Quality Officer Ships (Now SubIPT DAWS4 and SubIPT


DAWS5)
Revalidation Assisted Maintenance Period. This replaces the obsolete
term RUP (Revalidation Upkeep Period).
Examination of used NAB castings during their life to the requirements of
Part 3 of this Defence Standard to determine the casting's fitness for
further service.
Original builder of the submarine

SubIPT

Submarine Support Integrated Project Team

SubIPT PSG2
SUMS

SubIPT Platform Support Group sub-section responsible for Planning and


Support
Submarine Upkeep Management System

WSA

Warship Support Agency

Through Life
Records Contractor
Validation

Organization contracted to maintain the QA records for NAB castings


through life.
Examination of new NAB castings prior to fitting in critical positions to
the requirements of Part 2 of this Defence Standard.

NABWETLIFE

RAMP
Revalidation

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ANNEX C.
PROCUREMENT CHECK LIST
Notes:
C.1
This check list is to ensure that certain aspects of this Naval Engineering
Standard are consulted when preparing a Procurement Specification for a
particular application.
C.2

Orders and contracts for new contracts to Def Stan 02-747 Parts 1,2 or 4 for
use in critical positions must state the castings are to be supplied validated
i.a.w. Part 2 of this Defence Standard.

C.3

Clauses where a preference for an option is to be used or where specific data is


to be added are included in the Check List.

C.4

Each item is to be marked either:


= included
NA = not applicable

CHECK
No.

CLAUSE
No.

CHECK

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or
NA

ANNEX D.
SAMPLE FORMAT PAGE FOR THE NICKEL ALUMINIUM BRONZE REGISTER
HM/SM
REGISTER OF NICKEL ALUMINIUM BRONZE CASTINGS
SERIAL No.a FITTING No. & DESCRIPTION

LOCATION

STATION

NSN

BPN

PIL / IPC

1.

DRAWING NUMBER
2.

3.

Component
Material
Radiograph
Description Specification b.
Number

4.

5.

Weld Repair
Validation/
Wetted Face (W)
Revalidation c.
Non Wetted (NW) Specification d Date

6.
Concession
Number

7.
Original
Equipment
Manufacturer

8.
Date First
Installed at
Boat

9.
Depth of
Corrosion at
LOP(R) (mm)

10.
Safe Life
(Yrs)

11.
e.

Date Life
Assessed e.

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Notes:
a. For equipments which have a serial number, i.e. pumps, this is to be recorded.
b. NAB Material Specification, i.e. DGS 8520, DGS 348, Def Stan 02-747 Part 1,2 & 4.
c. Delete as applicable.
d. Def Stan 02-872 Part 2 for validation and Def Stan 02-782 Part 3 for revalidation.
e. Columns 10 and 11 are to be completed by the Design Authority

DEF STAN 02-872 Pt 1 / Issue 1


ALPHABETICAL INDEX
(Note : Page Numbers are given)

PAD 8, 11
Photographs 9
Project Contract Manager 8

Audits 8, 9

Casting
Class 6
Copper Nickel Chromium 6
Critical 6
Nickel Aluminium Bronze 2, 6, 8, 9
Non-critical 6
Certificates
of Conformity 9
Revalidation 8, 9
Validation 8, 9
Customer Non Conformance 8
Commanding Officer 8
Concessions 8
Critical Test Region 7

Quality Assurance Documentation 9

R
Radiograph number 7
Related Documents 4, 10
Records Sheets
Wall Thickness 9
Weld Repair 9
Revalidation 2, 6, 7, 8

Safety 6
Shipbuilder 8
Sketches 7, 9
SubIPT DAWS4 & 5 9
SubIPT PSG2 8

D237a 8, 10
D448 8, 10
Defect & Deficiency Database 8
Departure from Design Intent 8
Design Authority 6, 7, 8, 9
DGS 348 2, 13
DGS 8520 2, 7, 13
Docking Period 6, 7, 8

T
Through Life Records Contractor 9

Validation 2, 8

First Level 6, 8, 9

Wall Thickness 3, 7
Weld repair 6, 7, 8

LOP(R) 2, 6, 8, 9
LOP(R) Contractor 6, 8

M
Master Record Database 8
Marine Engineering Officer 8

N
NAB Register 6, 8, 9, 12

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