SPS (Special Purpose Ships) Code

Question 1

What is the SPS Code?

Answer 1

Designed for ships carrying out a special purpose requiring carriage of more than 12 additional people but where passengers ship regulations are inappropriate.

Question 2

What defines a “special” person?

Answer 2

1. They work regularly onboard the ship
2. They are certified as medically fit
3. They have received relevant safety training (e.g STCW/BOSIET)

Question 3

How does a ship demonstrate SPS compliance?

Answer 3

An additional exemption certificate to the SOLAS cargo ship certificates which specifies the requirements for acceptance.