A guide to DP-related documentation for DP vessels

Version history

December 2023 Rev. 4.0 – Reviewed and upgraded to a Recommended Practice in 2023 as part of the IMCA Governance strategy. Language and phrasing updated to reflect current Industry thinking.

October 2020 Rev. 3.1 – Minor amendments to section 4

January 2019 Rev. 3 – Review and update

June 2016 Rev. 2 – Review and update

February 2006 Rev.1 – Review and update of 109 DPVOA (IMCA M 109)

1993 – Initial publication (109 DPVOA)

Contents

• Introduction
• Abbreviations Used
• General DP System Documentation on DP Vessels
• Recommendations Regarding DP Operational Documentation
• IMCA Guidance Relating to DP Operations
• References