Hong Kong Regulations

MERCHANT SHIPPING (INSTRUCTIONS TO SURVEYORS) (PASSENGER SHIPS) REGULATIONS - REGULATION 53

Stability

(1) Inclining Experiment: Every new passenger ship shall be inclined upon its
completion and the elements of its stability determined. The Surveyor is to
witness the inclining of the ship and satisfy himself that it is carried out
in such manner and under such conditions as will give satisfactory results.

(2) Stability Data: The owners shall supply the operating personnel with such
information as may appear necessary for their guidance in loading and
ballasting the ship to ensure sufficient stability in all usual service
conditions. A copy of the information supplied is to be forwarded to the
Principal  Surveyor of Ships for information and record.

(3) If any permanent ballast is placed in the ship its nature, amount, and
distribution are to be reported.