Requirements for maintenance, thorough examination, operational testing, overhaul and repair of life boats, rescue boats, launching appliances and release gear for lifeboats, rescue boats, fast rescue boats and davit launched life rafts.

**MS Notice 1 of 2020: Requirements for Maintenance, etc. of Life Boats, Rescue Boats, and Davit Launched Life Rafts**

Applicable to: Service providers, ship owners/operators, and surveyors

Effective Date: 01 January 2020

Superseded Circulars: Engineering circulars 122-A, 122-B, and 3 of 2014; MS Notice 13 of 2016 (partially)

Key Changes and Requirements

1. Authorization of Service Providers

Service providers must be registered with the Directorate General of Shipping (DGS) to carry out maintenance, thorough examination, operational testing, overhaul, and repair of life boats, rescue boats, launching appliances, and release gear.

Requirements: Compliance with IMO Resolution MSC 402(96), employment of certified personnel, availability of tools, accessories, parts, and manufacturer's instructions.
Authorization: Issued by DGS for a period of three years, renewable.

2. Certification of Service Personnel

Personnel must be certified by the manufacturer or authorized service provider for each make and type of equipment.

Levels: Weekly/monthly inspections, annual thorough examinations, five-year thorough examinations, overhaul, repair.
Certification: Issued by manufacturer or authorized service provider, valid for specific make and type of equipment.

II/4 Requirements for maintenance, thorough examination, operational testing, overhaul, and repair of lifeboats, rescue boats, launching appliances, and release gear.

Important Note

Ship owners/operators are responsible for assessing and selecting authorized service providers. Manufacturers/authorized service providers must ensure documentary evidence of certification is readily available.

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