(4)Decked Launches(a)The forward extremity of the space available of the space for the passenger accommodation shall be determined for passenger accommodation shall be determined as above for above foe open for open launches, and the clear area of this space is to be obtained by deducting all encumbrances such as skylights, companions, machinery casings, navigating spaces, life boats and ventilator.(b)The maximum number of passengers that may be allowed shall be ascertained by using the divisor 0.56 for the area of deck in square meter of the saloon or cabin floor below deck. Only one saloon or cabin floor below deck. Only one saloon below deck shall be included in passenger measurement, except that where the vessel has an appropriate standard, except that case more than 250 passengers shall be allowed.
