46 C.F.R. § 162.060-38

Current through September 30, 2024
Section 162.060-38 - Operation, Maintenance, and Safety Manual (OMSM)
(a) Each OMSM must include the following sections:
(1) Table of contents.
(2) Manufacturer's information.
(3) Principles of ballast water management system (BWMS) operation, including-
(i) A complete description of the BWMS, methods and type(s) of technologies used in each treatment stage of the BWMS;
(ii) The theory of the BWMS' operation;
(iii) Any process or technology limitations of the BWMS;
(iv) Performance ranges and expectations of the system; and
(v) A description of the locations and conditions for which the BWMS is intended.
(4) Major system components and shipboard application, including-
(i) A general description of the materials used for construction and installation of the BWMS;
(ii) A list of each major component that may be fitted differently in different vessels with a general description of the different arrangements schemes;
(iii) Any vessel type(s), services, or locations where the BWMS is not intended to be used;
(iv) Maximum and minimum flow and volume capacities of the BWMS;
(v) The dimensions and weight of the complete BWMS and required connection and flange sizes for all major components;
(vi) A description of all actual or potential effects of the BWMS on the vessel's ballast water, ballast water tanks, and ballast water piping and pumping systems;
(vii) A list of all active substances, relevant chemicals, and pesticides generated or stored onboard the vessel to be used by the BWMS; and
(viii) Information on whether the BWMS is designed to be used in hazardous locations.
(5) System and major system component drawings as applicable, including-
(i) Process flow diagram(s) of the BWMS showing the main treatment processes, chemicals, and monitoring and control devices for the BWMS;
(ii) Footprint(s), drawings, and system schematics showing all major components and arrangements;
(iii) Drawings, containing a bill of materials, for the pumping and piping arrangements, and all related equipment provided with the BWMS;
(iv) All treatment application points, waste or recycling streams, and all sampling points integral to the BWMS;
(v) All locations and the sizes of all piping and utility connections for power, water, compressed air or other utilities as required by the BWMS;
(vi) Electrical wiring diagrams that include the location and electrical rating of power supply panels and BWMS control and monitoring equipment;
(vii) Unit(s), construction materials, standards, and labels on all drawings of equipment, piping, instruments, and appurtenances; and
(viii) An index of all drawings and diagrams.
(6) A description of the BWMS's control and monitoring equipment and how it will be integrated with the existing shipboard ballast system, including-
(i) Power demand;
(ii) Main and local control panels;
(iii) Power distribution system;
(iv) Power quality equipment;
(v) Instrumentation and control system architecture;
(vi) Process control description;
(vii) Operational set points, control loops, control algorithms, and alarm settings for routine maintenance, and emergency operations; and
(viii) All devices required for measuring appropriate parameters, such as pressure, temperature, flow rate, water quality, power, and chemical residuals.
(7) A description of all relevant standard operating procedures including, but not limited to-
(i) BWMS start-up and shutdown procedures and times;
(ii) Emergency shutdown and system by-pass procedures;
(iii) Requirements to achieve treatment objectives (e. g., time following initial treatment, critical dosages, residual concentrations, etc);
(iv) Operating, safety, and emergency procedures;
(v) BWMS limitations, precautions, and set points;
(vi) Detailed instructions on operation, calibration and zeroing of each monitoring device used with the BWMS; and
(vii) Personnel requirements for the BWMS, including number and types of personnel needed, labor burden, and operator training or specialty certification requirements.
(8) A description of the preventive and corrective maintenance requirements of the BWMS, including-
(i) Inspection and adjustment procedures;
(ii) Troubleshooting procedures;
(iii) An illustrated list of parts and spare parts;
(iv) A list of recommended spare parts to have during installation and operation of the BWMS;
(v) Use of tools and test equipment in accordance with the maintenance procedures; and
(vi) Point(s) of contact for technical assistance.
(9) A description of the health and safety risks to the personnel associated with the installation, operation, and maintenance of the BWMS including, but not limited to-
(i) The storage, handling, and disposal of any hazardous wastes;
(ii) Any health and safety certification/training requirements for personnel operating the BWMS; and
(iii) All material safety data sheets for hazardous or relevant chemicals used, stored, or generated by or for the system.
(b) If any information in the OMSM changes as a result of approval testing and evaluations, a new OMSM must be submitted.

46 C.F.R. § 162.060-38