scope:

Objectives

The objectives of this recommended practice are to:

ensure that the various phases of subsea power cable systems, i.e. concept development, design, manufacturing, testing, storage, load-out, transport, installation, commissioning, operation, maintenance and decommissioning, are conducted with due regard for health and safety, the protection of the environment and quality

promote a risk based approach whereby risks are reduced to acceptable levels

provide internationally applicable guidance by defining minimum requirements which constitute industry 'best practice'

serve as a reference document between stakeholders such as developers, designers, manufacturers, purchasers, installers, owners, operators, certifiers, investors and insurers.