Republic of Cyprus was issued a flag instruction regarding the implementation of Code of Safe Practice for Cargo Stowage and Securing(CSS Code) which was revised by MSC.1/Circ. 1353.

All existing containerships under Cypurs flag must comply with the following requirements at their first survey on or after 1 January 2015 in accordance with the section 6 and 7.2 of Annex 14 of revised CSS code, .

.1 Article 6.1.2
- Vessels not equipped with lashing platforms need to be retrofitted
.2 Article 6.2.1.2
- All relevant deck surfaces used for movement about the ship and all passageways and stairs must have non-slip surfaces
.3 Article 6.2.2.5
- The sides of lashing bridges and platforms on board of existing ships to be fitted with toe boards along the sides of
.4 Article 6.2.3
- Lashing bridges or platforms on board existing vessels to be provided with sufficient fencing in line with annex 14
.5 Article 6.2.4.8
- on board of existing ships, appropriate actions must be arranged to get over permanent obstructions
.6 Article 6.3.3.5
- The rod’s length in conjunction with the length and design of the turnbuckle should be such that the need of extension is eliminated when lashing high cube (9'6'') containers. - The approval of new lashing rods and extensions designs must be carried out by vessel's clss or any other IACS Member Classification Society.

For more detilas, please refer to the attached circular.