Ship’s plans and instructions

(1) On board all ships, name plates, signs, notices, plans and documents relating to the safety and operation of the ship and its machinery and equipment shall be drawn up in the English language and, additionally, in any other language understood by the crew. (2) Ships propelled by mechanical means should carry adequate information including drawings, plans and instruction manual necessary for their safe operation and safety of life at sea. Merchant Ships (Registration) 115 (3) The owner, master or chief engineer of the ship should be responsible for compliance with the provisions of these Regulations.