GENERAL REQUIREMENTS FOR ALL LIFE-SAVING APPLIANCES

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS FOR ALL LIFE-SAVING APPLIANCES. 

Unless expressly provided otherwise, all life-saving appliances shall :

- be constructed with proper workmanship and materials.

- not be damaged in stowage in the air temperature range -30°C to +65°C.

- be capable of operating in the sea water temperature range of -1°C to +30°C.

- be rot-proof, corrosion-resistant, and not be unduly affected by seawater, oil or fungal attack.

- be resistant to deterioration from exposure to sunlight.

- be of a highly visible colour on all parts where this will assist detection.

- be fitted with retro-reflective material where it will assist in detection and the dimensions

and location of the material shall be sufficient for this purpose.

- be capable of satisfactory operation in a sea environment.

- be clearly marked with approval information including the Administration which approved

it, and any operational restrictions.

- where applicable, be provided with electrical short circuit protection to prevent damage or injury.

- life-saving appliances which are subject to deterioration with age shall be marked with a means for determining their age or the date by which they must be replaced. Permanent marking with a date of expiry is the preferred method of establishing the period of acceptability. Batteries not marked with an expiry date may be used if they are replaced annually, or in the case of a secondary battery or accumulator, if the condition of theelectrolyte can be readily checked.

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