ISO 23817

Ships and marine technology — Ballast water management systems (BWMS) — Procedures for commissioning and testing BWMS using electrolytic methods

General information

Current stage: 60.00 Effective date: Jul 7, 2026

Originator: ISO

Owner: ISO/TC 8

Type: International Standard

Scope

This document provides the guidance to perform commissioning testing for ballast water management system (BWMS) using electrolytic methods following the installation on board a ship. It specifies the procedures for installation inspection, commissioning to test the BWMS, biological efficacy verification and training of crews, in order to verify the BWMS functions and operates properly.

Life cycle

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ISO 23817
60.00 Standard under publication
Jul 7, 2026