Marine Order 43 (Cargo and cargo handling — livestock) 2018
35Livestock services
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35 Livestock services
(1) A vessel that is permanently equipped for the carriage of livestock must be fitted with systems and equipment that ensure the maintenance of livestock services at a level necessary for the welfare of the livestock.
(2) Compliance with Schedule 2 will meet this requirement.
(3) However, AMSA may approve an alternative arrangement if satisfied that:
- the arrangement:
(i) is at least as effective for ensuring the welfare of livestock on board the vessel as meeting the standards in Schedule 2; and
(ii) demonstrates adequate redundancy in systems and equipment; and
(iii) is consistent with Annex IV of MARPOL; and
- any equipment fitted to meet the requirements of Annex IV of MARPOL can be operated by both the main and secondary sources of power.
(4) If an alternative arrangement is approved by AMSA, the livestock operator must notify AMSA if there is any change to the matters approved in the arrangement.
(5) Arrangements for the carriage of livestock must be maintained and operated at any time that the number of livestock on board the vessel is 1 or more.