SOLAS Regulation XII/8.3 requires a triangle, of side 500 mm in length, painted in a contrasting colour with its apex 300 mm below the deck line, to be marked on the side shell of the ship when compliance with regulation XII/6. 2 involves imposition of loading/operating restrictions as described in regulation XII/6. 3.
What mark is to be painted on some bulk carriers, and what is its significance?
