The standard, titled "Electrical and electronic installations in ships – Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) – Ships with a metallic hull," defines the minimum requirements for emission, immunity, and performance criteria for shipboard equipment. Core Purpose and Scope
: The latest edition (2015) narrowed its scope specifically to vessels with metallic hulls . iec 60533 pdf
Equipment must be capable of operating correctly in the presence of electromagnetic disturbances typical of a shipboard environment. iec 60533 pdf
: Establishing how equipment must behave during and after exposure to electromagnetic stress. ANSI Webstore Classification of Equipment iec 60533 pdf