FDBNS IHO S-44 Edition 6.1.0:2020 International Hydrographic Organization Standards for Hydrographic Surveys

The Bahamas Bureau of Standards and Quality (BBSQ) is in the enquiry phase of developing the following standards that have been prepared by the Technical Committee comprising of technical experts from a wide cross section of stakeholders. The standard being issued for public comment, in accordance with the provisions set out in the Standards Act, Chapter 338 (2006), and in keeping with the international best practices and standards development procedures. Please note that these standards should not be reprinted or used for any other purpose other than review and public comments. This is due to the documents being copyrighted by ISO and being the sole property of the Bahamas Government.

This publication aims to provide a set of standards for hydrographic surveys primarily used to compile navigational charts essential for the safety of navigation, knowledge and the protection of the marine environment. It specifies the minimum standards to be achieved based on the intended use. Where and when necessary, hydrographic offices or organisations are encouraged to define more stringent or specific requirements as national or regional realisations of the standard. This publication does not contain procedures for setting up equipment, conducting the survey, or for processing the resultant data.