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Servicing of Life Saving Appliances - reg
Applicable to:
All Indian ships and service stations
Effective Date:
19.02.2016
Superseded Circulars:
NT Circular No. NT/LSA/01/2014
Key Changes and Requirements
1. Servicing Guidelines
The servicing of inflatable life-saving appliances (LSA) such as life rafts and rescue boats must comply with IMO guidelines.
- Service Interval: Time-bound principle applies
- Responsibility: Service stations and competent persons
2. Approved Service Stations
Service stations must have:
- Approval: From DGS, valid for 5 years
- Competent Persons: Trained, qualified, and approved
II/4 Approved service stations list
3. Record Keeping and Reporting
Service stations must maintain records and submit quarterly statements to the Principal Officer, Mercantile Marine Department.
- Records: Servicing details, approvals, and endorsements
- Reporting: Quarterly, to MMD
Important Note
Non-compliance may invite penal provisions under the Merchant Shipping Act, 1958.
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