General

This standard DNV-OS-H201 gives specific requirements and recommendations for marine operations involving load transfer without use of cranes, i.e. by use of (de-)ballasting. Typical load transfer operations are loadout, float-out, lift-off and mating. 

This standard also applies for construction afloat phases. 

Requirements generally applicable for load transfer operations are given in Section 2. Section 3 to Section 8 include requirements for the different types of operations. 

The requirements in this standard are, as found relevant, applicable also for load transfer operations not specifically mentioned.