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Incorporation of provisions of High-Speed Craft Codes in respect to LSA on Indian passenger High- Speed Crafts-reg
Key Changes and Requirements
1. Compliance with SOLAS and LSA Rules
Indian High-Speed Crafts (HSCs) that comply with the High-Speed Craft Code 1994 or 2000 are deemed to comply with SOLAS Chapter III and Merchant Shipping (Life Saving Appliances) Rules 1991.
2. Acceptance of Open Reversible Inflatable Life Rafts
Open reversible inflatable life rafts, complying with applicable annexures of the relevant HSC Code, are acceptable as alternatives to required life rafts for 'A' category HSCs operating under specified conditions.
3. MSN Usage and Record Keeping
All concerned are required to follow this Merchant Shipping Notice (MSN) when examining 'Life Saving Appliances arrangement' plans of HSCs. A copy of this MSN must be kept with the approved LSA plan of the vessel at all times.
Non-compliance may result in vessel detention and penalties under the Merchant Shipping Act, 1958.
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