What code sets international safety standards for gas carrier construction?
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Option C: IGC Code
The International Code for the Construction and Equipment of Ships Carrying Liquefied Gases in Bulk (IGC Code) provides the mandatory international standard for the design, construction, and equipment of gas carriers. It ensures that ships are built to safely contain hazardous cargoes and minimize risks to the environment and crew.
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The International Code for the Construction and Equipment of Ships Carrying Liquefied Gases in Bulk (IGC Code) provides the mandatory international standard for the design, construction, and equipment of gas carriers. It ensures that ships are built to safely contain hazardous cargoes and minimize risks to the environment and crew.
Relevant Framework: STCW 2010 Manila Amendments • DG Shipping E-Learning & Exit Exam Standards • Liquefied Gas Tanker Cargo Operations (LGTCO/LGTF).
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