Crew Habitability

The principles and guidance of this chapter apply to the living and working conditions aboard vessels and offshore installations. The guidance in this chapter provides target minimum levels. These are consistent with overall values and goals of this book in providing specific assistance while improving human performance. The criteria should not be taken as minimum values for regulatory or classification purposes. Where conflicts exist between guidance provided in this chapter and regulations or rules from the IMO, Flag State Administrations, classification societies, or other regulatory bodies, the regulations or rules take precedence.