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TORREMOLINOS INTERNATIONAL CONVENTION FOR THE SAFETY OF FISHINGVESSELS, 1977

TORREMOLINOS INTERNATIONAL CONVENTION FOR THE SAFETY OF FISHINGVESSELS, 1977 Regulation 144 VHF Radiotelephone Stations (1) When a VHF radiotelephone station is provided it shall be a permanent installation situated in the upper part of the vessel and include a VHF radiotelephone installation complying with the provisions of this Regulation and comprising a transmitter and receiver, a source of power capable of actuating them at their rated powered levels, and an antenna suitable for efficiently radiating and receiving signals at the operating frequencies.

(2) Such a VHF installation shall conform to the requirements laid down in the Radio Regulations for equipment used in the Maritime Mobile VHF International Radiotelephone Service and shall be capable of operation on those channels specified by the Radio Regulations and as may be required by the Administration concerned.

(3) The transmitter radio frequency carrier power output shall be at least 10 watts with a reduction capability to 1 watt. The antenna shall, as far as is practicable, have an unobstructed view in all directions. * [* See Guidance on Transmitter Radio Frequency Power and Receiver Sensitivity of VHF Radiotelephone Installations contained in Recommendation 12 of Attachment 3 of the Final Act to the Conference.] (4) Control of the VHF channels required for navigational safety shall be immediately available in the wheelhouse convenient to the conning position and, where necessary, facilities shall also be available to permit radiocommunications from the wings of the wheelhouse.

(5) Where a VHF radiotelephone station is fitted as the main installation under the provisions of Regulation 131 (2)(b), a reserve source of energy shall be provided complying with Regulation 143(9), (10), (11), and (12) with sufficient capacity to operate the transmitter and receiver for at least 6 hours continuously.

Regulation 145 Radiotelephone Auto Alarms (1) The radiotelephone auto alarm shall comply with the following minimum requirements: (a) the frequencies of maximum response of the tuned circuits, and other tone selecting devices, shall be subject to a tolerance of plus or minus 1.5 per cent of each instance; and the response shall not fall below 50 per cent of the maximum response for frequencies within 3 per cent of the frequency of maximum response; (b) in the absence of noise and interference, the automatic receiving equipment shall be capable of operating from the alarm signal in a period of not less than 4 and not more than 6 seconds; (c) the automatic receiving equipment shall respond to the alarm signal under conditions of intermittent interference caused by atmospherics and powerful signals other than the alarm signal, preferably without any manual adjustment being required during any period of watch maintained by the equipment; (d) the automatic receiving equipment shall not be actuated by atmospherics or by powerful signals other than the alarm signal; (e) the automatic receiving equipment shall be effective beyond the range at which speech transmission is satisfactory; (f) automatic receiving equipment shall be capable of withstanding vibration, humidity, changes of temperature and variations in power supply voltage equivalent to the severe conditions experienced on board vessels at sea, and shall continue to operate under such conditions; and (g) the automatic receiving equipment shall, as far as practicable, give warning of faults that would prevent the apparatus from performing its normal functions during watch hours.

(2) Before a new type of radiotelephone auto alarm is approved, the Administration shall be satisfied by practical tests, made under operating conditions equivalent to those obtained in practice, that the apparatus complies with paragraph (1).

PART D RADIO LOGS Regulation 146 Radio Logs (1) The radio log (diary of the radio service) required by the Radio Regulations for a vessel which is fitted with a radiotelegraph station in accordance with Regulations 130 or 131(2)(a) shall be kept in the radiotelegraph operating room while at sea. Every radio officer or radio operator shall enter in the log his name, the times at which he goes on and off watch, and all incidents connected with the radio service which occur during his watch which may appear to be of importance to safety of life at sea. In addition, there shall be entered in the log: (a) the details required by the Radio Regulations; (b) details of the maintenance, including a record of the charging of the batteries, in such form as may be prescribed by the Administration; (c) a daily statement with regard to the fulfilment of Regulation 137(10); (d) in vessels fitted with a radiotelegraph auto alarm, details of tests made under Regulation 138(3); (e) details of the maintenance of the batteries, including a record of the charging (if applicable) required by Regulation 140(10), and details of the tests required by that paragraph in respect of the transmitters fitted in motor lifeboats; (f) details of the maintenance and tests of portable radio apparatus for survival craft and EPIRB required by the Administration in accordance with Regulation 141; and (g) the time at which the listening watch is discontinued in accordance with Regulation 133(3) together with the reason and the time at which the listening watch is resumed.

(2) The radio log required by the Radio Regulations for a vessel which is fitted with a radiotelephone station in accordance with Regulation 131 shall be kept at the place where the listening watch is maintained. Every qualified operator and every crew member carrying out a listening watch in accordance with Regulation 134 shall enter in the log, with his name, the details of all incidents connected with the radio service which occur during his watch which may appear to be of importance to safety of life at sea. In addition, there shall be entered in the log: (a) the details required by the Radio Regulations; (b) the time at which the listening watch begins when the vessel leaves port, and the time at which it ends when the vessel reaches port; (c) the time at which the listening watch is for any reason discontinued together with the reason and the time at which the listening watch is resumed; (d) details of the maintenance of the batteries (if provided), including a record of the charging required by Regulation 143(12); and (e) details of the maintenance and tests of portable radio apparatus for survival craft and EPIRB required by the Administration in accordance with Regulation 141.

(3) The radio log required for a vessel which is fitted with a VHF radiotelephone station in accordance with Regulation 131 (2)(b) shall be kept at the place where the listening watch is maintained. Every qualified operator and every crew member carrying out a listening watch shall enter in the log the details of all communications connected with distress. In addition, there shall be entered in the log such details as may be required by the Administration.

(4) Radio logs shall be available for inspection by the officers authorized by the Administration to make such inspection.

CHAPTER X SHIPBORNE NAVIGATIONAL EQUIPMENT Regulation 147 Exemptions The Administration may exempt any vessel from any of the requirements of this Chapter where it considers that the nature of the voyage or the vessel's proximity to land, does not warrant such requirements.

Regulation 148 Compasses (1) Vessels of 45 metres in length and over shall be fitted with: (a) a standard magnetic compass in a suitable binnacle positioned on the vessel's centreline, to the satisfaction of the Administration; and (b) a second magnetic compass in a suitable binnacle adjacent to the main steering position for the helmsman to steer by. However, where a projected or reflected image of the standard compass required in sub-paragraph (a) is provided for this purpose the second magnetic compass shall be fitted in a suitable position to the satisfaction of the Administration.

(2) Vessels of less than 45 metres in length shall be fitted with: (a) a standard magnetic compass in a suitable binnacle positioned on the vessel's centreline with a projected or reflected image provided adjacent to the main steering position for the helmsman to steer by. The installation shall be fitted to the satisfaction of the Administration; and (b) a second magnetic compass in a binnacle at the main steering position, where a projected or reflected image of the standard compass is not provided for the helmsman to steer by.

(3) A gyro-compass to the satisfaction of the Administration shall be fitted: * [* See Recommendation on Performance Standards for Gyro-Compasses adopted by the Organization by Resolution A.280 (VIII).] (a) in vessels of 75 metres in length and over; and (b) in vessels of less than 75 metres in length intended for operation in latitudes where the horizontal component of the earth's total magnetic force is insufficient to provide adequate directional stability to the magnetic compass.

The gyro-compass required by sub-paragraphs (a) or (b) shall be so positioned that it can be read by the helmsman, either directly or from a repeater at the main steering position, and shall be fitted with a repeater or repeaters for taking bearings, to the satisfaction of the Administration.

(4) Where a gyro-compass is fitted which can be read by the helmsman either directly or from a repeater at the main steering position, the second magnetic compass referred to in subparagraphs (1)(b) and (2)(b) need not be fitted, provided that the projected or reflected image of the standard magnetic compass is available for the helmsman to steer by.

(5) Means shall be provided to enable compass bearings to be taken by day and night.

(6) Magnetic compasses shall be properly compensated and a list or curve of residual deviations provided on board the vessel.

(7) Where a transmitting magnetic compass and repeater is fitted it shall be provided with an emergency electrical supply to the satisfaction of the Administration.

(8) Illumination and facilities for dimming shall be provided to enable reading of the compass card at all times, If illumination is provided by the vessel's main electrical supply, emergency illumination shall be available.

(9) Where only one magnetic compass is carried, a spare magnetic compass bowl which is interchangeable with the magnetic compass shall be carried.

(10) A voice pipe or other adequate means of communication between the standard compass position and the normal navigation control position or emergency steering position, if fitted, shall be provided to the satisfaction of the Administration.

Regulation 149 Depth Sounding Equipment (1) Vessels of 45 metres in length and over shall be provided with an echosounding device to the satisfaction of the Administration. * [* See Recommendation on Performance Standards for Echo-Sounding Equipment adopted by the Organization by Resolution A.224 (VII).] (2) Vessels of less than 45 metres in length shall be provided with suitable means to the satisfaction of the Administration for determining the depth of water under the vessel.

Regulation 150 Radar Equipment (1) Vessels of 45 metres in length and over shall be fitted with radar equipment to the satisfaction of the Administration. ** [** See Recommendation on Navigational Radar Equipment adopted by the Organization by Resolution A.222(VII).] (2) In vessels of less than 45 metres in length where radar is fitted the installation shall be to the satisfaction of the Administration.

Regulation 151 Nautical Instruments and Publications Suitable nautical instruments, adequate and up-to-date charts, sailing directions, lists of lights, notices to mariners, tide tables and all other nautical publications necessary for the intended voyage, to the satisfaction of the Administration, shall be carried.

Regulation 152 Signalling Equipment (1) A daylight signalling lamp shall be provided the operation of which is not solely dependent upon the main source of electrical power.

The power supply shall in any case include a portable battery.

(2) Vessels of 45 metres in length and over shall be provided with a full complement of flags and pennants to enable communications to be sent using the International Code of Signals in force.

(3) In all vessels the International Code of Signals in force shall be carried.

Regulation 153 Direction-Finders Vessels of 75 metres in length and over shall be fitted with radio direction-finding apparatus complying with the requirements of Regulation 139.* [* See Recommendation on Performance Standards for Radio Direction-finding Systems adopted by the Organization by Resolution A. 223 (VII).] Regulation 154 Speed and Distance Indicator Vessels of 75 metres in length and over shall be fitted with a suitable instrument for measuring speed and distance through the water.

APPENDIX 1 CERTIFICATES 1. Form of Safety Certificate for Fishing Vessels INTERNATIONAL FISHING VESSEL SAFETY CERTIFICATE (Official Seal) (Country) Issued under the provisions of the TORREMOLINOS INTERNATIONAL CONVENTION FOR THE SAFETY OF FISHING VESSELS, 1977 |--------------------- | Distinctive Number | Length | | Name of Vessel | Port of Registry | | or Letters | (L)* | |-----|-------|-------|------| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |--------------------- [* Length (L) as defined in Regulation 2(5) of the Annex to the Convention.] New/existing vessel** [** Delete as appropriate.] Date of building or major conversion contract Date on which keel was laid or of commencement of construction in accordance with Regulation 2 (1)(c) of the Annex to the Convention or on which major conversion was commenced Date of delivery of completion of major conversion
The (Name) Government certifies ------ -------- I, the undersigned (Name) certify I. That the above-mentioned vessel has been duly surveyed in accordance with the provisions of Regulation 6 of Annes to the Convention referred to above, and that the survey showed that the condition of the hull, machinery and equipment, as defined in the above Regulation was in all respects satisfactory and that the vessel complied with the applicable requirements of the Annex to the Convention.

II. That the maximum permissible operating draught associated with each operating condition for this vessel is contained in the approved stability booklet dated 19 .

III. That the survey showed that the life-saving appliances provided for a total number of persons and no more, viz: ... survival craft capable of accommodating persons (including motor-propelled survival craft, liferafts for which approved launching devices are required and float-free liferafts capable of accommodating persons); ... rescue boats included/not included * in the total number of survival craft shown above; [* Delete as appropriate.] ... lifebuoys; ... life-jackets.

IV. That the radiotelegraph/radiotelephone station of the vessel is manned as follows: |--------------------- | | | Requirements of Regulations | Actual provisions | | | |--------|---------|-------| | | | Number of operators | | | | |--------|---------|-------| | | | Hours of listening | | | | |--------------------- This Certificate is valid until subject to periodical surveys in accordance with Regulation 6 of the Annex to the Convention and the following intermediate surveys required in accordance with Regulation 6(1)(c) This Certificate is/is not* subject to an Exemption Certificate.

[* Delete as appropriate.] Issued at (place of issue of certificate) 19 (Signature of duly authorized official issuing the certificate) (Seal of stamp of issuing authority, as appropriate) The validity of the Certificate has been extended until in accordance with the provisions of Regulation 11 of the Annex to the Convention.

Place Signed (Signature of duly authorized official) Date (Reverse of Safety Certificate) ------------------- Survey of Structure and Survey of equipment Survey of radio installations .Machinery (Regulation (Regulation 6(1)(b)(ii) and radio direction-finder 6(1)(b)(i) or 6(1)(c)) or 6(1)(c)) (Regulation 6(1)(b)(iii)) |-------------------------- |Periodical * Date Periodical * Date Periodical * Date | }survey }survey }survey |Intermediate Place Intermediate Place Intermediate Place |Signed Signed Signed |(signature of duly authorized (signature of duly authorized (signature of duly authorized | official) official) official) |Periodical * Date Periodical * Date Periodical * Date | }survey }survey }survey |Intermediate Place Intermediate Place Intermediate Place |Signed Signed Signed |(signature of duly authorized (signature of duly authorized (signature of duly authorized | official) official) official) |Periodical * Date Periodical * Date Periodical * Date | }survey }survey }survey |Intermediate Place Intermediate Place Intermediate Place |Signed Signed Signed |(signature of duly authorized (signature of duly authorized (signature of duly authorized | official) official) official) |Periodical * Date Periodical * Date Periodical * Date | }survey }survey }survey |Intermediate Place Intermediate Place Intermediate Place |Signed Signed Signed |(signature of duly authorized (signature of duly authorized (signature of duly authorized | official) official) official) |Periodical * Date Periodical * Date Periodical * Date | }survey }survey }survey |Intermediate Place Intermediate Place Intermediate Place |Signed Signed Signed |(signature of duly authorized (signature of duly authorized (signature of duly authorized | official) official) official) |-------------------------- * Delete whichever is inappropriate.

2. Form of Exemption Certificate INTERNATIONAL FISHING VESSEL SAFETY CERTIFICATE (Official Seal) (Country) Issued under the provisions of the TORREMOLINOS INTERNATIONAL CONVENTION FOR THE SAFETY OF FISHING VESSELS, 1977 |--------------------- | Distinctive Number | Length | | Name of Vessel | Port of Registry | | or Letters | (L)* | |-----|-------|-------|------| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |--------------------- [* Length (L) as defined in Regulation 2 (5) of the Annex to the Convention.] The (Name) Government certifies ------ -------- I, the undersigned (Name) certify That the above-mentioned vessel is, under the authority conferred by Regulation of the Annex to the Convention referred to above, exempted from the requirements of * of the Convention.

[* Instert here references to Regulations, specifying particular paragraphs.] Insert here the conditions, if any, on which the } exemption certificate is granted.

This Exemption Certificate is valid until Issued at (place of issue of certificate) 19 (Signature of duly authorized official issuing the certificate) (Seal of stamp of issuing authority, as appropriate) The validity of this Exemption Certificate has been extended until in accordance with the provisions of Regulation 11 of the Annex to the Convention.

Place Signed (Signature of duly authorized official) Date APPENDIX 2 SPECIFICATION FOR LIFE-SAVING APPLIANCES 1. Construction of Lifeboats 1.1 Rigid Lifeboats 1.1.1 Lifeboats shall have rigid sides and internal buoyancy only. The Administration may approve lifeboats with a rigid shelter, provided that it may be readily opened from both inside and outside, and does not impede rapid embarkation and disembarkation or the launching and handling of the lifeboat.

1.1.2 Lifeboats shall be not less than 7.3 metres in length except where owing to the size of the vessel, or for other reasons, the Administration considers the carriage of such lifeboats unreasonable or impracticable. No lifeboat shall be less than 4.9 metres in length.

1.1.3 No lifeboat shall be approved the mass of which when fully laden with persons and equipment exceeds 20300 kilogrammes or which has a carrying capacity calculated in accordance with Regulation 112(3) of more than 150 persons.

1.1.4 Lifeboats permitted to carry more than 60 persons shall be motor lifeboats complying with the requirements of Section 2.1 of this Appendix.

1.1.5 Lifeboats shall be of sufficient strength to enable them to be safely lowered into the water with their full complement of persons and equipment and will not suffer residual deflection if subjected to an overload of 25 per cent.

1.1.6 Lifeboats shall have a mean sheer at least equal to 4 per cent of their length. The sheer shall be approximately parabolic in form.

1.1.7 Lifeboats shall have inherent buoyancy, or shall be fitted with watertight air cases or other equivalent non-corrodible buoyant material which shall not be adversely affected by oil or oil products, sufficient to float the lifeboat and its equipment when the lifeboat is flooded and open to the sea. An additional volume of watertight air cases or other equivalent non-corrodible buoyant material, which shall not be adversely affected by oil or oil products, equal to at least one tenth of the cubic capacity of the lifeboat shall be provided. The Administration may permit the watertight air cases to be filled with a non-corrodible buoyant material which shall not be adversely affected by oil or oil products.

1.1.8 Thwarts and side seats shall be fitted as low in the lifeboat as practicable.

1.1.9 The block coefficient of the cubic capacity, as determined in accordance with Section 3 of this Appendix, of lifeboats, except wooden lifeboats made of planks, shall be not less than 0.64 provided that any such lifeboat may have a block coefficient of less than 0.64 if the Administration is satisfied that the metacentric height and freeboard are adequate when the lifeboat is loaded with its full complement of persons and equipment.

1.1.10 Arrangements shall be provided for adequately siting and securing in the operating position the antenna provided with the portable radio equipment referred to in Regulation 122.

1.2 Inflated Lifeboats 1.2.1 The lifeboat's buoyancy shall consist of at least two inflated tubes arranged one on top of the other on both sides of the lifeboat.

1.2.2 The buoyancy tubes shall be made of approved material.

1.2.3 (a) The minimum diameter of the buoyancy tubes shall not be less than: (i) 350 millimetres for lifeboats certified to carry not more than 15 persons; and (ii) 400 millimetres for lifeboats certified to carry more than 15 persons.

(b) Where the buoyancy tubes are of different diameters the tube with the larger diameter shall be the lower tube.

1.2.4 The buoyancy of the lifeboat, when loaded with the full complement of persons and equipment, shall be so arranged as to ensure by division into a number of separate compartments that, after a loss of 50 per cent of its buoyancy in any part or parts of its buoyancy tubes, the lifeboat remains stable and maintains adequately its shape to provide sufficient space for its full complement of persons. Each compartment shall be capable of being inflated separately.

1.2.5 Lifeboats shall be so constructed as to maintain their shape and rigidity in all operating and loading conditions.

1.2.6 Lifeboats shall be so constructed as to be capable of withstanding exposure for 30 days afloat in all sea conditions and have a sufficient margin of durability to ensure that their performance will not be affected by being stowed on an exposed deck during the period between normal inspections.

1.2.7 The floor of lifeboat shall be waterproof and provide an efficient working platform of adequate strength capable of withstanding all stresses to which it may be subjected in all operating conditions, including lowering of the lifeboat loaded with its full complement of persons and equipment.

1.2.8 The stability of a lifeboat shall be adequate and positive when loaded with its full complement of persons and equipment.

1.2.9 The ratio of length to width of a lifeboat shall not exceed 2.2, unless the Administration is satisfied that departure from this ratio will not impair the seaworthiness of the lifeboat.

1.2.10 Lifeboats shall be of sufficient strength to enable them to be safely lowered into the water with their full complement of persons and equipment. They shall be strong enough to withstand a 25 per cent overload test without significant distortion or any resultant permanent deformation.

1.2.11 Materials used in the construction of lifeboats shall be unaffected by oil or oil products and be highly resistant to ultraviolet light. The lifeboat shall be capable of operating throughout a temperature range of plus 66 degrees celsius to minus 30 degrees celsius.

1.2.12 Rowing and seating thwarts shall be arranged as low as possible in the lifeboat. An adequate number of suitably positioned anti-capsizing bags shall be fitted, unless the Administration is satisfied that the stability and seaworthiness of the lifeboat when not fitted with anticapsizing bags is sufficient.

1.2.13 A suitable cover for protecting the occupants against injury from exposure shall be provided. The cover and the upper buoyancy tube shall be of a highly visible colour.

1.2.14 An adequate number of strong patches shall be provided for attaching fittings and securing equipment.

1.2.15 Rubbing strips shall be fitted underneath the bottom of the boat and along the lower buoyancy tube.

1.2.16 Arrangements shall be provided for adequately siting and securing in the operating position the antenna provided with the portable radio equipment referred to in Regulation 122.

2. Motor Lifeboats The provisions of this Section are in addition to the provisions of Section 1 of this Appendix.

2.1 Rigid Motor Lifeboats 2.1.1 Motor lifeboats shall be fitted with a compression ignition engine which shall be kept so as to be at all times ready for use and be capable of being readily started in all conditions; sufficient fuel for at least 24 hours continuous operation at the speed specified in paragraph 2.1.3 of this Section shall be provided.

2.1.2 The engine and its accessories shall be suitably enclosed to ensure operation under adverse weather conditions, and the engine casing shall be fire-resisting. Provision shall be made for going astern.

2.1.3 The speed ahead of the motor lifeboats in smooth water when loaded with its full complement of persons and equipment shall be at least 6 knots.

2.1.4 Adequate protection from the propeller shall be provided for persons in the water.

2.1.5 The volume of the internal buoyancy appliances of a motor lifeboat shall be increased above that required by paragraph 1.1.7 of this Appendix by the amount, if any, by which the volume of the internal buoyancy appliances required to support the engine and its accessories, and, if fitted, the searchlight and radiotelegraph installation and their accessories, exceeds the volume of the internal buoyancy appliances required, at the rate of 0.0283 cubic metres per person, to support the additional persons which the lifeboat could accommodate if the motor and its accessories, and, if fitted, the searchlight and radiotelegraph installation and their accessories, were removed.

2.1.6 The radio installation required by Regulation 137 shall be installed in a cabin large enough to accommodate both the equipment and the person using it. The arrangements shall be such that the efficient operation of the transmitter and receiver shall not be interfered with by the engine while it is running, whether a battery is on charge or not. The radio battery shall not be used to supply power to any engine starting motor or ignition system. The motor lifeboat engine shall be fitted with a dynamo for recharging the radio battery, and for other services.

2.1.7 The searchlight required by Regulation 123 shall include a lamp, an efficient reflector and a source of power which will give effective illumination of a light-coloured object having a width of about 18 metres at a distance of 180 metres for a total period of 6 hours and shall be capable of working for at least 3 hours continuously.

2.2 Inflated Motor Lifeboats 2.2.1 An inflated motor lifeboat shall be fitted with a compression ignition motor permanently attached to the lifeboat. The motor shall be kept at all times ready for use and be capable of being readily started in all conditions; sufficient fuel for at least 24 hours continuous operation at a speed specified in paragraph 2.2.3 of this Section shall be provided.

2.2.2 The motor and its accessories shall be of such construction as to ensure operation under adverse weather conditions. Provisions shall be made for going astern. Adequate protection from the propeller shall be provided for persons in the water.

2.2.3 The speed ahead of the motor lifeboat in smooth water when loaded with its full complement of persons and equipment shall be at least 6 knots.

2.2.4 The reserve buoyancy shall be increased above that required by paragraph 1.2.4 of this Appendix by an amount sufficient to support the motor and its accessories.

3. Capacity of Rigid Lifeboats 3.1 The capacity in cubic metres of a lifeboat calculated by the aid of Stirling's Rule may be considered as given by the following formula: |--| | L | | 1 | |--| ----(4A+2B+4C) 12 |--| where| L | is the length of the lifeboat in metres from the inside of | 1 | |--| the planking or plating at the stem to the corresponding point at the stern post; in the case of a lifeboat with a square stern, the length is measured to the inside of the transom; and A, B and C denote respectively the areas of the cross sections at the quarter-length forward, amidships, and the quarter-length aft, which correspond to the three points obtained |--| by dividing | L | into four equal parts. (The areas corresponding to the | 1 | |--| two ends of the length lifeboat are considered negligible.) The areas A, B and C shall be deemed to be given in square metres by the successive application of the following formula to each of the three cross sections: h --(a+4b+2c+4d+e) 12 where h is the depth measured in metres inside the planking or plating from the keel to the level of the gunwale, or, in certain cases, to a lower level as determined hereafter; and a, b, c, d, e denote the horizontal breadths of the lifeboat measured in metres at the upper and lower points of the depth and at the three points obtained by dividing h into four equal parts (a and e being the breadths at the extreme point, and c at the middle point of h.) 3.2 If the sheer of the gunwale, measured at the two points situated at a quarter of the length of the lifeboat from the ends, exceeds 1 per cent of the length of the lifeboat the depth employed in calculating the area of the cross sections A or C shall be deemed to be the depth amidships plus 1 per cent of the length of the lifeboat.

3.3 If the depth of the lifeboat amidships exceeds 45 per cent of the breadth, the depth employed in calculating the area of the amidship cross section B shall be deemed to be equal to 45 per cent of the breadth, and the depth employed in calculating the areas of the quarter-length sections A and C is obtained by increasing this last figure by an amount equal to 1 per cent of the length of the lifeboat, provided that in no case shall the depths employed in the calculation exceed the actual depths at these points.

3.4 If the depth of the lifeboat is greater than 1.22 metres the number of persons given by the application of this Appendix in the manner specified in Regulation 112 shall be reduced in proportion to the ratio of 1.22 metres to the actual depth until the lifeboat has been satisfactorily tested afloat with that number of persons on board, all wearing life-jackets of an approved type.

3.5 The Administration shall impose, by suitable formulae, a limit for the number of persons allowed in lifeboats with very fine ends and in lifeboats very full in form.

3.6 The Administration may assign to a lifeboat constructed of wooden planks a capacity equal to the product of the length, the breadth and the depth multiplied by 0.6 if it is evident that this formula does not give a greater capacity than that obtained by the above method. The dimensions shall then be measured in the following manner: Length: From the intersection of the outside of the planking with the stem to the corresponding point at the stern post or, in the case of a square-sterned boat, to the afterside of the transom.

Breadth: From the outside of the planking at the point where the breadth of the boat is greatest.

Depth: Amidships inside the planking from the keel to the level of the gunwale, but the depth used in calculating the cubic capacity may not in any case exceed 45 per cent of the breadth.

In all cases the owner of the vessel has the right to require that the cubic capacity of the lifeboat shall be determined by exact measurement.

3.7 The cubic capacity of a motor lifeboat shall be obtained from the gross capacity by deducting a volume equal to that occupied by the motor and its accessories and, when carried, the radiotelegraph installation and searchlight with their accessories.

4. Liferafts 4.1 Rigid Liferafts 4.1.1 A liferaft shall be so constructed that its air cases or buoyant material are placed as near as possible to its sides.

4.1.2 The deck area of the liferaft shall be situated within that part of the liferaft which affords protection to its occupants. The nature of the deck shall be such as to prevent so far as practicable the ingress of water and it shall effectively support the occupants out of the water.

4.1.3 The liferaft shall be fitted with a cover or equivalent arrangement of a highly visible colour, which shall be capable of protecting the occupants against injury from exposure whichever way up the liferaft is floating.

4.1.4 The total mass of a liferaft and its equipment shall not exceed 180 kilogrammes except that such total weight may be exceeded where the liferaft is capable of being launched from both sides of the vessel or if means are provided for putting it into the water mechanically on either side of the vessel.

4.1.5 The liferaft shall have a painter attached and a lifeline securely becketed round the outside. A lifeline shall also be fitted round the inside of the liferaft.

4.1.6 The liferaft shall be fitted at each opening with efficient means to enable persons in the water to climb on board.

4.1.7 The liferaft shall be so constructed as not to be affected by oil or oil products.

4.1.8 A buoyant light of the electric battery type shall be attached to the liferaft by a lanyard.

4.1.9 The liferaft shall be fitted with arrangements enabling it to be readily towed.

4.1.10 The liferaft shall be so stowed as to float free in the event of the vessel sinking.

4.1.11 Arrangements shall be provided for adequately siting and securing in the operating position the antenna provided with the portable radio equipment referred to in Regulation 122.

4.1.12 A liferaft designed for use with a launching appliance shall be properly constructed for the purpose for which it is intended and shall be of sufficient strength to permit it to be safely lowered into the water when loaded with its full complement of persons and equipment.

4.2 Inflatable Liferafts* [* See Recommendation on the Conditions for the Approval of Servicing Stations for Inflatable Liferafts, adopted by the Organization by Resolution A.333(IX).] 4.2.1 A liferaft shall be so constructed that, when fully inflated and floating with the cover uppermost, it shall be stable in a seaway.

4.2.2 The liferaft shall be so constructed that if it is dropped into the water from a height of 18 metres, neither the liferaft nor its equipment will be damaged. If the liferaft is to be stowed on the vessel at a height above the water of more than 18 metres, it shall be of a type which has been satisfactorily drop-tested from a height at least equal to the height at which it is to be stowed.

4.2.3 The construction of the liferaft shall include a cover which shall automatically be set in place when the liferaft is inflated. This cover shall be capable of protecting the occupants against injury from exposure, and means shall be provided for collecting rain. The top of the cover shall be fitted with a lamp which derives its luminosity from a sea-activated cell and a similar lamp shall also be fitted inside the liferaft. The cover of the liferaft shall be of a highly visible colour.

4.2.4 The liferaft shall be fitted with a painter and shall have a line securely becketed round the outside. A lifeline shall also be fitted around the inside of the liferaft.

4.2.5 The liferaft shall be capable of being readily righted by one person if it inflates in an inverted position.

4.2.6 The liferaft shall be fitted at each opening with efficient means to enable persons in the water to climb on board.

4.2.7 The liferaft shall be contained in a valise or other container so constructed as to be capable of withstanding hard wear under conditions met with at sea. The liferaft in its valise or other container shall be inherently buoyant.

4.2.8 The buoyancy of the liferaft shall be so arranged as to ensure by a division into an even number of separate compartments, half of which shall be capable of supporting out of the water the number of persons which the liferaft is permitted to accommodate, or by some other equally efficient means, that there is a reasonable margin of buoyancy if the liferaft is damaged or partially fails to inflate.

4.2.9 The total mass of the liferaft, its valise or other container and its equipment shall not exceed 180 kilogrammes.

4.2.10 The floor of the liferaft shall be waterproof and shall be capable of being sufficiently insulated against cold.

4.2.11 The liferaft shall be inflated by a gas which is not injurious to the occupants and the inflation shall take place automatically either on the pulling of a line or by some equally simple and efficient method.

Means shall be provided whereby the topping-up pump or bellows required by paragraph 6.5.7 of this Appendix may be used to maintain pressure.

4.2.12 The liferaft shall be of approved material and construction, and shall be so constructed as to be capable of withstanding exposure for 30 days afloat in all sea conditions.

4.2.13 Materials used in the construction of liferafts shall be unaffected by oil or oil products. The liferaft shall be capable of operating over a temperature range of plus 66 degrees celsius to minus 30 degrees celsius.

4.2.14 The liferaft shall be fitted with arrangements enabling it to be readily towed.

4.2.15 Arrangements shall be provided for adequately siting and securing in the operating position the antenna provided with the portable radio equipment referred to in Regulation 122.

4.2.16 A liferaft designed for use with a launching appliance shall be properly constructed for the purpose for which it is intended and shall be of sufficient strength to permit it to be safely lowered into the water when loaded with its full complement of persons and equipment.

5. Rescue Boats 5.1 Rigid Rescue Boats 5.1.1 Rescue boats shall be open and constructed with rigid sides. The Administration may approve rescue boats with a rigid shelter, provided that it may be readily opened from inside and outside and does not impede the function of the rescue boat, its rapid embarkation and disembarkation, or the launching, handling and recovering of the rescue boat.

5.1.2 Thwarts and side seats shall be fitted as low as practicable in the rescue boat and bottom boards shall be fitted.

5.1.3 Internal buoyancy appliances shall be fitted which shall be so placed as to secure stability when the rescue boat is fully laden under adverse weather conditions.

5.1.4 Internal buoyancy appliances shall be fitted which shall consist either of air cases or buoyant material which shall not be adversely affected by oil or oil products and which shall not adversely affect the rescue boat.

5.1.5 The total volume of the internal buoyancy appliances shall be such that it will be at least equal to the sum of the volume of: (a) that required to float the rescue boat and its full equipment when the rescue boat is flooded and open to the sea so that the top of the gunwale amidships is not submerged; and (b) that equal to 7.5 per cent of the cubic capacity of the rescue boat which shall be determined in the same manner as that prescribed for lifeboats in Regulation 112.

5.1.6 Where an engine is fitted adequate protection from the propeller shall be provided for persons in the water.

5.1.7 Motor rescue boats shall be fitted with a compression ignition engine which shall be kept so as to be at all times ready for use and be capable of being readily started in all conditions. The speed ahead of the motor rescue boat in smooth water when loaded with its full complement of persons shall be at least 6 knots.

5.2 Inflatable Rescue Boats 5.2.1 The rescue boat shall be so constructed as to be capable of withstanding exposure for 30 days afloat in all sea conditions.

5.2.2 The rescue boat shall be capable of operating throughout a temperature range of plus 66 degrees celsius to minus 30 degrees celsius.

5.2.3 Materials, components and accessories used in the construction of rescue boats shall be approved and resistant to the effect of humidity, biological action and oil or oil products and highly resistant to ultraviolet light and have sufficient margin of durability to ensure that their performance will not be affected by being stowed on an exposed deck during the period between normal inspections without other maintenance than the vessel's crew can carry out.

5.2.4 The buoyancy compartments forming the boundary of the rescue boat shall on inflation provide at least 0.17 cubic metres of volume for each person the rescue boat is certified to accommodate. The diameter of the main buoyancy compartment of a single-tube rescue boat shall be at least 400 millimetres.

5.2.5 Buoyancy shall be provided by a number of separate compartments in such a manner that the deflation of any one compartment does not impair the effective function of the rescue boat.

5.2.6 Each buoyancy compartment shall be fitted with a non-return valve for manual inflation and means for deflation. A safety relief valve shall also be fitted unless the Administration is satisfied that such an appliance is not necessary.

5.2.7 Where more than one tube is fitted the volume of either tube shall not exceed 60 per cent of the total volume.

5.2.8 A rescue boat propelled by oars shall be provided with rowlocks and thwarts. Thwarts shall be fitted as low as practicable in the boat.

5.2.9 The floor of the rescue boat shall be waterproof and shall provide an efficient working platform.

5.2.10 Underneath the bottom and on vulnerable places on the outside of the rescue boat, rubbing strips shall be provided to the satisfaction of the Administration.

5.2.11 Where a transom is fitted it shall not be inset by more than 25 per cent of the overall length of the rescue boat.

5.2.12 Unless the rescue boat has adequate sheer a bow cover extending for at least 15 per cent of the overall length of the boat shall be provided.

5.2.13 The upper part of the rescue boat or a bow cover shall be of a highly visible colour.

5.2.14 Suitable patches shall be provided for securing the painters fore and aft and the becketed lifelines inside and outside the rescue boat.

5.2.15 Where an engine is fitted adequate protection from the propeller shall be provided for persons in the water.

5.2.16 The rescue boat shall be maintained at all times in a fully inflated condition unless approved means for rapidly inflating the rescue boat and for protecting the uninflated rescue boat against damage is provided.

5.2.17 The rescue boat shall be capable of being readily righted if floating in an inverted position.

6. Equipment for Survival Craft and Rescue Boats The equipment, with the exception of any boat hooks which shall be kept ready for fending purposes, shall be secured within the craft or boat. The fastening devices shall be so arranged as to ensure safe stowage of the equipment and to prevent any obstruction for a rapid embarkation and handling during the launching operation. Small items of equipment shall be kept in a bag or container fastened to the craft or boat or in a locker conspicuously marked. In rigid liferafts the equipment shall be so stowed as to be readily available whichever way up the raft is floating.

All items of equipment should be as small and light as practicable.

6.1 Equipment for Rigid Lifeboats 6.1.1 A single banked complement of buoyant oars, two spare buoyant oars, and a buoyant steering oar; a set and a half of crutches or those pins attached to the boat by lanyard or chain.

6.1.2 A boat hook.

6.1.3 Two plugs for each plug hole (plugs are not required when proper automatic valves are fitted) attached to the boat by lanyards or chains.

6.1.4 A bailer and two buckets of approved material.

6.1.5 A rudder attached to the boat and a tiller.

6.1.6 A mast or masts with galvanized wire stays together with orange coloured sails.

6.1.7 A lifeline becketed round the outside of the boat; an approved means to enable persons to cling to the boat if upturned in the form of bilge keels or keel rails, together with grab lines secured from gunwale to gunwale under the keel; or other approved arrangements.

6.1.8 Two hatchets, one at each end of the boat.

6.1.9 A lamp with oil sufficient for 12 hours.

6.1.10 A watertight container with two boxes of matches not readily extinguishable by wind.

6.1.11 An efficient compass in binnacle, to be luminized or fitted with suitable means of illumination.

6.1.12 A sea anchor of approved size with a line of adequate strength and length.

6.1.13 Two painters of adequate length and strength. One shall be secured to the forward end of the boat with a strop and toggle so that it can be readily released and the other shall be firmly secured to the stem of the boat and be ready for use.

6.1.14 A vessel containing 4.5 litres of vegetable, fish or animal oil, capable of easily distributing oil on the water surface and capable of being attached to the sea anchor.

6.1.15 Four parachute distress signals of an approved type capable of giving a bright red light at a high altitude and six hand-held distress flare signals of an approved type capable of giving a bright red light.

6.1.16 Two buoyant smoke signals of an approved type (for daytime use) capable of giving off a volume of orange coloured smoke.

6.1.17 An approved first-aid outfit in a watertight case.

6.1.18 A waterproof electric torch suitable for Morse signalling, together with a spare set of batteries and a spare bulb in a watertight container.

6.1.19 A daylight signalling mirror of an approved type.

6.1.20 A jack-knife fitted with a tin-opener to be kept attached to the lifeboat with a lanyard.

6.1.21 Two light buoyant heaving lines.

6.1.22 A manual pump of an approved type.

6.1.23 A whistle or equivalent sound signal.

6.1.24 An approved radar reflector. * [* See Recommendation on Performance Standards for Radar Reflectors adopted by the Organization by Resolution A.277 (VIII).] 6.1.25 A set of fishing tackle.

6.1.26 An approved cover of a highly visible colour capable of protecting the occupants against injury from exposure.

6.1.27 A copy of a suitable rescue signal table.

6.1.28 Instructions on how to survive in the boat.

6.1.29 Means to enable persons in the water to climb into the boat.

6.1.30 A food ration totalling not less than 8000 kilojoules for each person the boat is certified to carry, to be kept in airtight receptacles within a watertight container.

6.1.31 Watertight receptacles containing 3 litres of fresh water for each person the boat is certified to carry, or watertight receptacles containing 2 litres of fresh water for each person together with an approved de-salting apparatus capable of providing 1 litre of fresh water per person; a rust-proof dipper with lanyard; a rust-proof graduated drinking vessel.

6.2 Equipment for Rigid Motor Lifeboats 6.2.1 All the equipment listed in Section 6.1 of this Appendix; however, motor lifeboats need not carry a mast or sails or more than half the complement of oars, but they shall carry two boat hooks.

6.2.2 Portable fire-extinguishing equipment of an approved type capable of discharging foam or other suitable substance for extinguishing oil fires.

6.2.3 The equipment referred to in Regulation 123 if applicable.

6.3 Equipment for Inflated Lifeboats 6.3.1 A single banked complement of buoyant oars, two spare buoyant oars and a buoyant steering oar; a set of rowlocks and a steering rowlock firmly attached to the boat.

6.3.2 A boat hook with ball point.

6.3.3 Two plugs for each plug hole (plugs are not required when proper automatic valves are fitted) attached by lanyards to the boat.

6.3.4 A sponge, a bailer and two buckets of approved material.

6.3.5 A lifeline becketed round the outside of the upper tube and a lifeline becketed round the inside of the upper tube of the boat together with grab lines secured from gunwale to gunwale under the keel or other approved arrangements.

6.3.6 A lamp with oil sufficient for 12 hours.

6.3.7 A watertight container with two boxes of matches not readily extinguishable by wind.

6.3.8 An efficient compass in binnacle, to be luminized or fitted with suitable means of illumination.

6.3.9 A sea anchor of approved size with a line of adequate strength and length.

6.3.10 Two painters of adequate length and strength. One shall be secured to the forward end of the boat with a strop and toggle so that it can be readily released and the other shall be firmly secured to the stem of the boat and be ready for use.

6.3.11 A vessel containing 4.5 litres of vegetable, fish or animal oil, capable of easily distributing oil on the water surface and capable of being attached to the sea anchor.

6.3.12 Four parachute distress signals of an approved type capable of giving a bright red light at a high altitude; six hand-held distress flare signals of an approved type giving a bright red light.

6.3.13 Two buoyant smoke signals of an approved type (for daytime use) capable of releasing a volume of orange coloured smoke.

6.3.14 An approved first-aid outfit in a watertight case.

6.3.15 A waterproof electric torch suitable for Morse signalling together with a spare set of batteries and a spare bulb in a watertight container.

6.3.16 A daylight signalling mirror of an approved type.

6.3.17 A safety knife to be kept attached by a lanyard to the boat.

6.3.18 Two light buoyant heaving lines.

6.3.19 A whistle or equivalent sound signal.

6.3.20 An approved radar reflector.* [* See Recommendation on Performance Standards for Radar Reflectors adopted by the Organization by Resolution A.277 (VIII).] 6.3.21 A set of fishing tackle.

6.3.22 An approved cover of a highly visible colour capable of protecting the occupants against injury from exposure.

6.3.23 A copy of a suitable rescue signal table.

6.3.24 Instructions on how to survive in the boat.

6.3.25 An approved repair outfit for repairing punctures in buoyancy compartments.

6.3.26 A topping-up pump or bellows.

6.3.27 A pressure gauge for controlling the filling pressure.

6.3.28 Means to enable persons in the water to climb into the boat.

6.3.29 Arrangements to enable the boat to be readily towed.

6.3.30 A food ration totalling not less than 8000 kilojoules for each person the boat is certified to carry, to be kept in airtight receptacles within a watertight container.

6.3.31 Watertight receptacles containing 3 litres of fresh water for each person the boat is certified to carry, or watertight receptacles containing 2 litres of fresh water for each person together with an approved de-salting apparatus capable of providing 1 litre of fresh water per person; a rust-proof dipper with lanyard; a rust-proof graduated drinking vessel.

6.3.32 Three safety tin-openers.

6.4 Equipment for Inflated Motor Lifeboats 6.4.1 All the equipment listed in Section 6.3 of this Appendix.

6.4.2 Portable fire extinguishing equipment of an approved type capable of discharging foam or other suitable substance for extinguishing oil fires.

6.4.3 The equipment referred to in Regulation 123, if applicable.

6.5 Equipment for Liferafts 6.5.1 Two paddles.

6.5.2 A buoyant rescue quoit, attached to at least 30 metres of buoyant line.

6.5.3 For liferafts which are permitted to accommodate not more than 12 persons: a safety knife and one bailer. For liferafts which are permitted to accommodate 13 persons or more: two safety knives and two bailers.

6.5.4 Two sponges.

6.5.5 Two sea anchors, one permanently attached to the liferaft and a spare with line.

6.5.6 A repair outfit capable of repairing punctures in buoyancy compartments unless the liferaft complies with the requirements of Section 4.1 of this Appendix.

6.5.7 A topping-up pump or bellows, unless the liferaft complies with Section 4.1 of this Appendix.

6.5.8 Three safety tin-openers.

6.5.9 An approved fire-aid outfit in a waterproof case.

6.5.10 A waterproof electric torch suitable for Morse signalling, together with a spare set of batteries and a spare bulb in a watertight container.

6.5.11 A daylight signalling mirror of an approved type and a signalling whistle.

6.5.12 Two parachute distress signals of an approved type capable of giving a bright red light at a high altitude.

6.5.13 Six hand-held distress flare signals of an approved type capable of giving a bright red light.

6.5.14 A set of fishing tackle.

6.5.15 A food ration totalling not less than 8000 kilojoules for each person the liferaft is permitted to carry, to be kept in airtight receptacles.

6.5.16 Watertight receptacles containing 1.5 litres of fresh water for each person the liferaft is permitted to accommodate, of which 0.5 litre per person may be replaced by a suitable desalting apparatus capable of producing an equal amount of fresh water, and a rust-proof graduated drinking vessel.

6.5.17 Six anti-seasickness tablets or approved equivalent medicine for each person which the liferaft is permitted to accommodate.

6.5.18 Instructions on how to survive in the liferaft.

6.5.19 A copy of a suitable rescue signal table.

6.6 Equipment for Rigid Rescue Boats 6.6.1 A single banked complement of buoyant oars and a spare buoyant oar but not less than three oars; a set of those pins or crutches attached to the boat by lanyard or chain.

6.6.2 A boat hook.

6.6.3 Two plugs for each plug hole (plugs are not required when proper automatic valves are fitted) attached to the boat by lanyards or chains.

6.6.4 A bailer and a bucket.

6.6.5 A rudder attached to the boat and a tiller.

6.6.6 A lifeline becketed round the outside of the boat. Means to enable persons to cling to the boat if upturned in the form of bilge keels or keel rails.

6.6.7 A painter of adequate length and strength secured to the forward end of the boat with a strop and toggle so that it can be readily released.

6.6.8 A waterproof electric torch suitable for Morse signalling, together with a spare set of batteries and a spare bulb in a watertight container.

6.6.9 A hatchet.

6.6.10 Two buoyant rescue quoits each attached to 30 metres of light buoyant line.

6.6.11 A sea anchor of approved size with a line of adequate strength and length.

6.6.12 A whistle or equivalent sound signal.

6.6.13 A jack-knife.

6.6.14 An approved searchlight, unless the Administration is satisfied that the daylight signalling lamp prescribed by Regulation 152 is portable and suitable for this purpose.

6.7 Equipment for Inflatable Rescue Boats 6.7.1 At least four buoyant oars or paddles.

6.7.2 A drain plug where necessary attached to the boat by a lanyard.

6.7.3 A bailer and two sponges.

6.7.4 A lifeline becketed round the outside of the boat and a lifeline becketed round the inside of the boat.

6.7.5 A crutch or steering grommet in the transom where fitted.

6.7.6 Two painters of adequate length and size.

6.7.7 Two buoyant rescue quoits each attached to 30 metres of light buoyant line.

6.7.8 A sea anchor of approved size with a line of adequate strength and length.

6.7.9 A waterproof electric torch suitable for Morse signalling, together with a spare set of batteries and a spare bulb in a watertight container.

6.7.10 A safety knife.

6.7.11 A whistle or equivalent sound signal.

6.7.12 A repair outfit in a suitable container for repairing punctures.

6.7.13 A topping-up pump or bellows.

6.7.14 An approved searchlight, unless the Administration is satisfied that the daylight signalling lamp prescribed by Regulation 152 is portable and suitable for this purpose.

6.8 Dispensation in respect of Survival Craft Equipment Where vessels are engaged on voyages of such duration and in such conditions that, in the opinion of the Administration, items of the survival craft equipment specified in Section 6 of this Appendix are unnecessary, the Administration may allow them to be dispensed with as follows: (a) for rigid lifeboats, items referred to in paragraphs 6, 19, 20, 24, 29 and 30 of Section 6.1; (b) for inflated lifeboats, items referred to in paragraphs 16, 20, 29 and 30 of Section 6.3; (c) for liferafts, some of the items of Section 6.5.

7. Stowage and Davit Requirements for Survival Craft 7.1 Except where an alternative launching appliance is approved, davits shall be as follows: (a) luffing or gravity type davits for operating lifeboats having a mass of not more than 2300 kilogrammes in their turning out condition; (b) gravity type davits for operating lifeboats having a mass of more than 2300 kilogrammes in their turning out condition.

7.2 Davits, falls, blocks and all other gear shall be of such strength that the lifeboats can be turned out manned by a launching crew of two persons and then safely lowered with the full complement of persons and equipment, with the vessel listed to 15 degrees either way and with a 10 degrees trim.

7.3 Where mechanically powered appliances are fitted for the recovery of survival craft, efficient hand gear shall also be provided. Where davits are recovered by action of the falls by power, safety devices shall be fitted which will automatically cut off the power before the davits come against the stops in order to avoid overstressing the wire rope falls or davits.

7.4 Lifeboats and davit launched liferafts shall be serviced by wire rope falls together with winches of an approved type. The Administration may permit manilla rope falls or falls of another approved material with or without winches in the case of rescue boats where the distance from the deck to the waterline of the vessel in the lightest operating condition is not more than 4.5 metres and in other cases where they are satisfied that manilla rope falls or falls of another approved material adequate.

7.5 Skates or other suitable means shall be provided to facilitate launching of lifeboats against a list of 15 degrees.

7.6 Means shall be provided for bringing lifeboats or davit launched liferafts against the vessel's side and there holding them so that persons may be safely embarked.

7.7 At least two lifelines shall be fitted to the davit span and the falls and lifelines shall be long enough to reach the water with the vessel in its lightest operating condition and listed to 15 degrees either way. Lower fall blocks shall be fitted with a suitable ring or long link for attaching to the sling hooks unless an approved type of disengaging gear is fitted.

7.8 Lifeboats attached to davits shall have the falls ready for service and arrangements shall be made for speedily, but not necessarily simultaneously, detaching the lifeboats from the falls. The point of attachment of the lifeboats to the falls shall be at such height above the gunwale as to ensure stability when lowering the lifeboats.

8. Requirements for Life-jackets and Lifebuoys 8.1 Life-jackets 8.8.1 They shall be constructed with proper workmanship and materials.

8.1.2 They shall be so constructed as to eliminate so far as possible all risk of their being put on incorrectly, except that they shall be capable of being worn inside out.

8.1.3 They shall be capable of lifting the face of an exhausted or unconscious person out of the water and holding it above the water with the body inclined backwards from its vertical position.

8.1.4 They shall be capable of turning the body in the water from any position to a safe floating position with the body inclined backwards from its vertical position.

8.1.5 They shall not be adversely affected by oil or oil products.

8.1.6 They shall be of a highly visible colour.

8.1.7 They shall be fitted with an approved whistle, firmly secured by a cord.

8.1.8 The buoyancy of the life-jackets required to provide the foregoing performance shall not be reduced by more than 5 per cent after 24 hours submergency in fresh water.

8.1.9 Life-jackets, the buoyancy of which depends on inflation, shall: (a) have two separate inflatable compartments; (b) be capable of being inflated both mechanically and by mouth; and (c) comply with the requirements of paragraphs 8.1.1 to 8.1.8 of this Appendix with either compartment inflated separately.

8.1.10 Life-jackets shall be tested to the satisfaction of the Administration.* [* See Recommendation for Testing Life-jackets adopted by the Organization by Resolution A.169(ES.IV).] 8.2 Lifebuoys 8.2.1 They shall be of solid cork or any other equivalent material.

8.2.2 They shall be capable of supporting in fresh water for 24 hours at least 14.5 kilogrammes of iron.

8.2.3 They shall not be adversely affected by oil or oil products.

8.2.4 They shall be of a highly visible colour.

8.2.5 They shall be marked in block letters with the name and port of registry or fishing letters and numbers of the vessel in which they are carried.

8.2.6 Lifebuoys made of plastic or other synthetic compounds shall be capable of retaining their buoyant properties and durability in contact with seawater or oil products, or under variation of temperature or climatic changes prevailing in open sea voyages.

8.2.7 Every lifebuoy shall be fitted with grab lines which shall be of good quality unkinkable line and well secured at four equidistant points, providing four loops of line.

8.2.8 The mass of a lifebuoy shall not exceed 6.15 kilogrammes when newly constructed. Lifebuoys provided with self-igniting lights and self-activating smoke signals shall have a mass of not less than 4 kilogrammes.

8.2.9 Lifebuoys shall not be filled with rushes, cork shavings, granulated cork or any other loose granulated material, and their buoyancy shall not depend upon air compartments which require to be inflated.
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