Section 1 General

101. Application

1. The requirements for welding of aluminium alloys used for important hull construction of yachts comply with the requirements of this chapter. However, the requirements other than those specified

in this chapter are to be in accordance with the related requirements in

the Classification of Steel Ships.

Pt 2, Ch 2 of Rules for

2. The requirements in plied to the welding

Pt 2, Ch 2 of Rules for the Classification of Steel Ships are to be ap- of steels used for important hull construction of the yacht.

3. Where deemed appropriate by the Society, National Standards, internationally recognized Codes or Standards considered as equivalent for those may be applied instead of requirements of this Chapter.

4. The welding is to be carried out in accordance with the welding procedures and welding con- sumables previously approved and by the welders qualified by the Society.