In accordance with the applicable Class requirements and other applicable standards.
Correctly designed, so it is fit for purpose.
Based on proven technology.
Avoiding discontinuities.
Minimising rope contact with seabed or other nearby structures.
Optimised: bigger does not necessarily mean better, e.g. thicker chain does not always make a mooring system stronger.
Based on a passive mooring policy i.e. no need for slackening (winching).
Incorporates an “as built” inspection and documents the “as built” system.
Appraising between designed and as built immediately post installation.
Taking corrective actions in case of differences between designed and “as built”.
