Life Saving Appliance Manual

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LIFE SAVING APPLIANCES SERVICE MANUAL

for

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(Ship's name)


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REVISION DATE ISSUED ISSUED BY APPROVED BY PAGE NO0 15.11.96 TEG EAN/GOS 0.1

LIST OF CONTENTS PagePart 0 INTRODUCTION

0.0 Revision Status Index...........................................................................................0.20.1 Introduction .......................................................................................................... 0.3

0.2 Master's Verification............................................................................................. 0.4

0.3 List of designated responsibilities......................................................................... 0.5

0.4 How to prepare the manual................................................................................... 0.60.5 How to use the manual in the most effective way ................................................0.7

Enclosure 1 ...........................................................................................................0.8Enclosure 2 .........................................................................................................0.12

Enclosure 3 .........................................................................................................0.13

Enclosure 4 .........................................................................................................0.14

Part 1 KEY SCHEDULE .............................................................................................................1.1

Part 2 LOG BOOK

2.0 Master's verification.............................................................................................. 2.1

2.1 Lifeboats/Rescue boat and davits.......................................................................... 2.22.2 Liferafts ................................................................................................................2.3

2.3 Lifejackets ............................................................................................................2.4

2.4 Lifebuoys.............................................................................................................. 2.5

2.5 Immersion Suits.................................................................................................... 2.62.6 Pyrotechnics/Line throwing appliances ................................................................2.7

2.7 EPIRB's/RADAR transponders ............................................................................2.8

2.8 Communication equipment................................................................................... 2.9

2.9 Escapeways........................................................................................................ 2.102.10 Emergency lighting.............................................................................................2.11

2.11 Safety posters...................................................................................................... 2.12

2.12 First aid equipment ............................................................................................. 2.132.13 Escape breathing apparatus/gas masks ............................................................... 2.14

2.14 Emergency systems ............................................................................................2.15

2.15 Gas detector (fixed) ............................................................................................2.162.16 Portable gas measuring equipment ..................................................................... 2.17

2.17 Pilot ladders ........................................................................................................ 2.18

2.18 Oil pollution equipment...................................................................................... 2.192.19 Blank Log Book Sheet........................................................................................2.20

Part 3 GUIDELINES

3.1 Lifeboats/rescue boat and davits...........................................................................3.1

3.2 Liferafts ................................................................................................................3.7

3.3 Lifejackets ............................................................................................................3.93.4 Lifebuoys............................................................................................................3.11

3.5 Immersion suits................................................................................................... 3.13

3.6 Pyrotechnics/line throwing appliances ...............................................................3.153.7 EPIRB's/RADAR transponders .......................................................................... 3.16

3.8 Communication equipment.................................................................................3.18

3.9 Escapeways......................................................................................................... 3.19

3.10 Emergency lighting............................................................................................. 3.203.11 Safety posters......................................................................................................3.203.12 First aid equipment ............................................................................................. 3.21

3.13 Escape breathing apparatus/gas masks ............................................................... 3.22

3.14 Emergency systems ............................................................................................3.253.15 Gas detector (fixed) ............................................................................................3.25

3.16 Portable gas measuring equipment ..................................................................... 3.26

3.17 Pilot ladders ........................................................................................................ 3.31

3.18 Oil pollution equipment...................................................................................... 3.31


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0 INTRODUCTION

0.0 Revision status index

Chapter Page Revision no. Date of issue

date-mo-yr

Last change

rev.no/date-mo-yr

Revision for this plan-copy completed: Date: ______ By: ________________


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0.1 Introduction

The main purpose of the Lifesaving Appliances Service Manual (LSA manual) is to

provide an instrument to comply with the SOLAS regulations and to set a standard for the

Bergesen fleet. In addition the manual will be a handy tool in the daily work with the safety

equipment, since all related information will be collected and filed in it. The manual alsoprovides documentation of how the ship's safety equipment is maintained to third party

inspections.

This manual has the same layout as the Fire-extinguishing Appliances Service Manual and

is easy to understand and implement.

When used together, the Lifesaving Appliances Service Manual and the Fire-

extinguishing Appliances Service Manual cover all safety equipment on ships in the

Bergesen fleet.

The manual is divided into 4 parts in addition to this introduction:

0. - List of Contents / Revision Status Index / Introduction1. - Key Schedule

2. - Log Book

3. - Guidelines

Prior to use the manual must be prepared for your ship by the ship's safety officer.

The 2nd Officer shall be responsible for keeping the LSA manual updated.

NOTE: Ref. page 0.6 "List of Designated Responsibilities" must be filled in.


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0.2 Masters verification

Objective

The objective of this Masters verification is to ensure that the inspections and maintenance

procedures in this service manual are adhered to.

Responsibility

It is the Masters responsibility that the verification procedure stated below is performed atthe stated intervals.

Verification procedure

The Master shall on a monthly basis verify that the procedures for inspections andmaintenance laid down in this service manual are adhered to.

This service manual shall be presented to the Master at the end of each month, when all

log book entries for the current month have been made. The Master shall verify that the

inspections and maintenance procedures are followed correctly and make an appropriateentry in section 0 (Masters verification) of the log book.


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0.3 List of designated responsibilities

Item no. Description Responsible Officer1 Lifeboats/Rescue boat and davits, port

...............engine

Lifeboats/Rescue boat and davits, starboard

...............engine

2 Liferafts

3 Lifejackets

4 Lifebuoys

5 Immersion suits

6 Pyrotechnics/Line throwing appliances

7 EPIRBs/RADAR beacons

8 Communication equipment

9 Escapeways

10 Emergency lighting

11 Safety posters

12 First aid equipment13 Escape breathing apparatus

14 Emergency systems, deck

Emergency systems, engine

15 Gas detector (fixed)

16 Portable gas measuring equipment

17 Pilot ladders

18 Oil pollution equipment


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0.4 How to prepare the manual

The following are the necessary preparations that must be done before the manual can be

used:

Part 0 - Introduction

Fill in the ships name on the coverpage. Fill in the list of designated responsibilities, makesure that the Officers in question are notified and that they are fully aware of the contents ofthis manual.

Part 1 - Key Schedule

The purpose of the key schedule is to provide an overview of the dates for inspection,

maintenance, etc. of the items covered in the manual. The key schedule is also used for

planning the bigger jobs, so that they are evenly spread throughout the year. If a computer

based maintenance program is available, this should be used and the key schedule

replaced by a printout from that program. Enclosure 1 shows an example of such a

printout (please note that jobs from the Fire-extinguishing Appliances Service Manual areincluded in the printout). Enclosure 2 is an example of a manually completed key schedule

with the same intervals as the computer printout. When deciding job intervals, i.e. how often

a job is carried out, reference should be made to the appropriate section in the Guidelinespart. If a specific job interval is required for a group of equipment, this will be found in the

Guidelines part. If the job interval is followed by (L) it means that a specific SOLAS

regulation applies. Where no specific intervals are required, you can use the intervals given inenclosure 1 as guidelines.

Part 2 - Log Book

The log book is for recording remarks of work performed on the items covered in the manual.A photocopy of the last page in the log book (blank sheet) can be used when the first page iscompleted, remember to fill in the heading and the page number. An example of a log book

page is given in enclosure 3.

Part 3 - Guidelines

The largest preparation job is in the guidelines part. First of all, all the relevant checklistsmust be completed, an example is given in enclosure 4. Then you must file all relevant

maintenance instructions, operation instructions, etc. in the appropriate sections, after the

checklists. Job cards from computer based maintenance programs, if any, should also be

filed in the appropriate sections. The point is to file all relevant information in the manual forfuture reference.


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0.5 How to use the manual in the most effective way

How the manual should be used, is best illustrated with an example. In the example the

manual is used with a computer based maintenance program;

On the work list for the current month, the following job is listed:

271.12.1 Lifejackets Monthly inspection......

To find a further description of the job, open the manual at Part 3-"Guidelines" and locate

section 3.3, "Lifejackets". Under monthly inspection we find the job description:

quote:

a) Check the condition of the lifejackets, including that:

{ all strings and straps are places as they should, and that they are not entangled or tiedtogether,

{ the joints are in order and the retro reflective tapes fixed in place,{ the whistle is properly secured and is in working order,{ the light on the the lifejacket is in working order.

b) Conduct a tally of all lifejackets and check that the number of lifejackets as a minimum

correspond to the required number, and that the lifejackets are placed in the approvedplaces.

c) The place where the lifejackets are stowed must be clearly marked.

unquote.

When the job is finished, make an entry in the log book and put a next to the job on the

computer work list.

If you do not use a computer based maintenance program, you must look in the key scheduleto find what jobs are to be done in the current month. After you have found out what jobs are

planned for the month, you use the manual in the same way as explained above. After making

the log book entry, enter the current date in the key schedule on the line under the "Job IndexLetter" (see enclosure 2).


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Enclosure 1 (page 1)

Example of RAST printout


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Enclosure 2

Example of a manually completed key schedule


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Enclosure 3

Example of a log book page


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Enclosure 4

Checklist example


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1 KEY SCHEDULE

Item Remarks Year 19

# Month 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12

1

Date

2

Date3

Date

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Date

5

Date

6

Date

7

Date8

Date

9

Date

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Date

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Date

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Date

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Date

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DateJOB INDEX LETTERS: I : Inspection

M : MaintenanceR : ReplacementS : SurveyT : Test run


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1 KEY SCHEDULE cont.

Item Remarks Year 19

# Month 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12

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Date

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Date18

Date

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Date

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Date

JOB INDEX LETTERS: I : InspectionM : MaintenanceR : Replacement

S : SurveyT : Test run


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2 LOG BOOK

2.0 Master's verification

MASTER'S VERIFICATION

Date Performed work Remarks Sign.


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2.1 Lifeboats/rescue boat and davits

LIFEBOATS/RESCUE BOAT AND DAVITS



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2.2 Liferafts

LIFERAFTS



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2.3 Lifejackets

LIFEJACKETS



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2.4 Lifebuoys

LIFEBUOYS



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2.5 Immersion Suits

PORTABLE FIRE EXTINGUISHERS



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2.6 Pyrotechnics/Line Throwing Appliances

PYROTECHNICS/LINE THROWING APPLIANCES



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2.7 EPIRB's / RADAR transponders

EPIRB's /RADAR TRANSPONDERS



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2.8 Communication equipment

COMMUNICATION EQUIPMENT



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2.9 Escapeways

ESCAPEWAYS



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2.10 Emergency Lighting

EMERGENCY LIGHTING



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2.11 Safety Posters

SAFETY POSTERS



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2.12 First Aid Equipment

FIRST AID EQUIPMENT



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2.13 Escape breathing apparatus/gas masks

ESCAPE BREATHING APPARATUS / GAS MASKS



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2.14 Emergency Systems

EMERGENCY SYSTEMS



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2.15 Gas detector (fixed)

GAS DETECTOR (FIXED)



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2.16 Portable Gas Measuring Equipment

PORTABLE GAS MEASURING EQUIPMENT



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2.17 Pilot Ladders

PILOT LADDERS



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2.18 Oil Pollution Equipment

OIL POLLUTION EQUIPMENT



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2.19 Blank log book sheet



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3 GUIDELINES

3.1 Lifeboats/Rescue boat and davits

The following intervals are required for inspections and maintenance:

1) Inspection, general (I) : Weekly (L)

2) Inspection, engine (I) : Weekly (L)

3) Inspection, general (I) : Monthly (L)4) Inspection, engine (I) : Monthly (L)

5) Maintenance, general (M) : When required

6) Maintenance, engine (M) : When required7) Test run : Every 3 months (L)

1) Weekly inspection

a) Inspect the general condition of the boat (inside and outside). Drain plugs must be

available and attached to the lifeboat. The plugs must not be inserted. Check that the

water can pass freely through the drains.

b) The lifeboat must be ready for immediate launching. The skates must be correctly

mounted.

c) All hatches must open and close freely.

d) Inspect the davits and ensure that they are ready for immediate use.

e) Check lifeboat embarkation ladders; lashings, storage, rope and steps are visuallyinspected.

2) Weekly inspection, engine

a) Check the oil level of engine and gearbox and refill if necessary (see lubrication Chart).

b) Check the cooling water level and refill if necessary.

c) The engine must be run ahead and astern according to the operation manual for at least3 minutes.

d) Refill the fuel tank after the engine test run.

3) Monthly inspection, general

a) As under 1 a), b), c) and d).

b) Check the rudder and steering mechanism if fitted.

c) Check the release gear


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d) The entire equipment of the lifeboat - except the boat hooks - must be properly securedand placed in an appropriate way.

e) The equipment is to be checked in accordance with the checklist included in thischapter.

f) The expiry date for the pyrotechnics is to be checked.

g) Clean and wipe the emergency ration containers. Check that the containers close

watertight and grease the watertight mechanism and gasket, using acid-free Vaseline. Ifthe wrapping is defective the food rations must be replaced.

h) Fresh water in tanks is to be checked and should normally be replaced. When sailing in

areas with temperatures below zero, precautions must be taken to avoid frost burst ofthe fresh water tanks.

i) Grease davits according to the lubrication chart, all furnishings and movable parts must

be in a satisfactory condition.

j) Check oil level in davit winches and refill to the marked level if necessary.

k) Hand and centrifugal brake on davits must be free of oil and grease.

l) Liferaft embarkation ladder; inspect rope, steps, shackles, furnishings, etc. Renew anydefective parts.

4) Monthly inspection, engine

a) As under 2a, b and c.

b) Drain water and sediments off from the fuel tank and refill to proper level after the test

run.

c) Check V-belt tension.

d) Grease propeller, all bearings, gaskets, etc. according to the lubrication chart.

5) Maintenance, general

a) The lifeboat is to be washed and cleaned, and if necessary, wax applied to the outside.

b) Retro-reflective tapes must be properly fastened and renewed if necessary. If renewingthe tapes, the new tapes must be placed in the same position as the old ones.

c) The markings on the lifeboat (name, port of registry, dimension of the lifeboat, and thepermitted number of persons) must be easy to read and properly fastened.

d) Inspect thwarts/benches and grating. Bolts holding these must not be rusty.


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e) All ropes are to be inspected and renewed, if necessary.

f) Tricing pendants and bowsing tackles are to be checked and relevant parts greased.

g) All movable parts are to be inspected and greased.

h) Preserved fresh water must be replaced according to the date stamp, but at least every

fourth (4) year.

i) Check the electric torch. Batteries must be replaced once a year.

j) Clean the oars and the mast and apply lacquer/linseed oil if necessary.

k) The brake blocks for davit winches are renewed if necessary.

l) Every 30th month the complete length of the wire must be wound off the davit winch

drum and turned. All oil and grease are cleaned off and the wire and winch are checked

for damage and wear.

Ensure that the fastening of the wire on the drum is satisfactory. The wire and winch

are greased and the wire is rolled on again.

Make sure that the contact faces of the wire are shifted, for instance by shortening it.

m) The davit wire shall be renewed every 5th year or earlier if damage should occur. If thewire is of stainless steel, AISI 316 or better quality, the wire has to be renewed only ifby inspection mechanical failure, corrosion or other possible damage are discovered.

6) Maintenance, engine

According to makers instructions.

7) Test run

a) Lifeboats must be launched and maneuvered in the water at least once every 3 months.

b) Lifeboats also serving as rescue boats must - where it is found reasonable and

practicable - be launched monthly and in any case at least once every 3 months.

Special conditions

a) In lifeboats with a water spray system the nozzles must be checked weekly and thepump for the system checked every time the lifeboat is launched.

b) In lifeboats with a self-contained air support system the pressure of the compressed air

bottles must be checked weekly according to the operation manual, taking into

consideration that the pressure is dependent on temperature.

Bottle pressure: _______________min . _______________max.

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d) When sailing in areas with temperatures below zero, necessary precautions must betaken to avoid frost damage to the sprinkler equipment and engine. The engine must be

protected against frost, enabling it to start down to -25C. Attention is especially drawn

to the cooling water, fuel and lubricating oils.

e) The certificate of the medicine chest must be renewed every second year.

f) The pyrotechnics are renewed according to the marking on the packing.

SPECIFICATION FOR LIFEBOAT

Location / number of boat(s):

Boat type: z Open motor lifeboat

z Partially enclosed lifeboat

z Totally enclosed lifeboat

z with air support system

z fire-protected

z Approved as rescue (MOB) boat

Boat make / model:

Principal dimensions: Length: m

Breadth: mDepth amidships: m

Number of person for which the boat is

approved:

Cubic capacity of the boat: m3

Buoyancy volume: m3

Weight of boat: kgColour of the boat: Inside: Outside:

Mast with stay and sail fitted:

Engine make / type:

Release gear make / type:

Length of embarkation ladder / number of

steps:

m/

Certificate issued by:

Manufacturer of the boat:

Name:Address:

Telephone:

Telex:

Fax:


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CHECKLIST FOR EQUIPMENT IN LIFEBOATS(ships built after 1st. July 1986)

Number Description Port Stb.

1 Set of oars

1 Sets of crutches2 Spare oars

1 Steering oar

2 Boat hooks

2 Plugs for each plug hole

1 Bailer

2 Buckets

1 Rudder and tiller

2 Hatches

1 Lamp with oil for 12 hours

2 Boxes of storm matches1 Mast with stay and orange sail

1 Compass in binnacle

1 Lifeline, all around the boats hull

1 Sea anchor

1 Container with 4 l oil for the sea anchor

2 Painters

1 Ration of provision per person (10000 kJ/person)

Tanks with 3 liters of fresh water for each person

1 Rustproof dipper with lanyard

1 Rustproof, graduated cup

4 Parachute flares6 Hand flares

2 Smoke signals

Bilge keels or hand lists along the keel

Grab lines from gunwale to gunwale

1 Medicine chest

1 Flashlight with spare battery and bulb

1 Signal mirror

1 Jack-knife with can opener

2 Heaving lines

1 Manual pump1 Locker for minor accessories

1 Cover for protection

1 Whistle

1 Set of fishing tackle

1 Copy of rescue signals

1 Ladder from sea to boat

Thermal protective aids


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Checklist for equipment in lifeboats Cont.

Number Description Port Stb.

1 Set of oars

1 Sets of crutches

2 Boat hooks

1 Bailer

2 Buckets1 Survival manual

1 Compass in binnacle

1 Sea anchor

2 Painters

2 Hatches

3 Liters of fresh water per person

1 Rustproof dipper with lanyard

1 Rustproof, graduated cup

1 Ration of provision per person (10000 kJ/person)

4 Parachute flares6 Hand flares

2 Smoke signals

1 Flashlight with spare battery and bulb

1 Signal mirror

1 Copy of rescue signals

1 Whistle

1 Medicine chest

1 Jack-knife

3 Tin openers

2 Heaving lines, buoyant

1 Manual pump1 Set of fishing tackle

1 Tools for engine

1 Portable fire extinguisher

1 Searchlight

1 Radar reflector

Thermal protective aids

1 Ladder from sea to boat

Check the SOLAS regulations for additional equipment applicable to the type of lifeboat

carried.


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3.2 Liferafts


1) Inspection (I) : Weekly (L)2) Inspection (I) : Monthly (L)

3) Maintenance (M) : 12 monthly (L)


a) Check the lashings, painter and the general condition of the container.

b) Check the hydrostatic release gear and mounting.

c) Check liferaft embarkation ladder; lashings, storage, rope and steps are visuallyinspected.

2) Monthly inspection

a) As under 1 a) and b).

b) Check that the drain holes of the container are turned downwards and that they are notclogged.

c) Depending on the type of hydrostatic release gear, necessary maintenance is carried outaccording to makers manual.

d) Liferaft embarkation ladder; inspect rope, steps, shackles, furnishings, etc. Renew any

defective parts.

3) Maintenance

a) The liferafts and hydrostatic release gears shall be inspected by an approved servicestation annually. New certificates are to be issued.

b) The liferaft cradle is inspected and if necessary chipped and painted.

Special conditions

a) Direct hosing of the liferaft container and certain types of hydrostatic release gears

should be avoided, as this may result in penetration of water/activation of release gear.

b) If the container has suffered any damage, it should be taken ashore as soon as possiblefor inspection.

c) When sailing in areas where icing can occur the hydrostatic release gear must be keptfree of ice.


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CHECKLIST FOR LIFERAFTS

Location Serial no. Number of

persons

Serial no. of

hydrostatic

release gears

Expiry date of

certificates

(rafts/ release

gears)

Length of embarkation ladders: __________m

Number of steps: __________


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3.3 Lifejackets


1) Inspection (I) : Monthly (L)2) Maintenance (M) : As required


a) Check the condition of the lifejackets, including that:

{ all strings and straps are placed as they should and that they are not entangled or tiedtogether,

{ the joints are in order and the retro reflective tapes fixed in place,

{ the whistle is properly secured and is in working order,

{ the light on the lifejacket is in working order.

b) Conduct a tally of all lifejackets and check that the number of lifejackets as minimum

corresponds to the required number, and that the lifejackets are placed in the approvedplaces.

c) The place where the lifejackets are stowed must be clearly marked.

2) Maintenance

a) Wash and clean the lifejackets if necessary. This is done in accordance with themanufacturer's guidelines. Soapy water is normally used.

b) Renew light/battery if necessary, minimum in accordance with the manufacturer's

guidelines.


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CHECKLIST FOR LIFEJACKETS

Number of lifejackets

Location Type Adult Children Check/rem.

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3.4 Lifebuoys




a) Check the general condition of the lifebuoys and their attachments (lights, MOB

light/smoke signal and lines)

b) The buoys must be placed correctly (the buoy and attachment must not be lashed) and

the mountings properly secured.

c) Check whether the grab- and life-lines are damaged or worn. Renew as necessary.

d) The retro-reflective tapes, the ships name and port of registry must be properlyfastened, clean and readable. Damaged retro-reflective tapes are renewed. When

renewing tapes the new ones must be in the same position as the old ones.

e) Check that the number of lifebuoys, including the various attachments, correspond tothe required number.

2) Maintenance

a) Clean the lifebuoys if necessary (use soapy water only).

b) Check the self -igniting lights for water penetration. The bulb is checked and the batteryto be renewed once a year or according to the makers instructions.

c) The release mechanism for MOB lifebuoy placed on the bridge is tested and lubricated

and the expiry date of the MOB light/smoke signal is checked (to be renewed every 4years).

Special conditions

a) After each call of port it is considered good practice, in addition to the monthlyinspection, to examine all lifebuoys and attachments.

b) Ships with a remote release mechanism for the MOB buoy (the buoy and attachmentplaced on a lower deck than the bridge), must temporary secure the buoy and

attachment prior to testing the remote release.


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CHECKLIST FOR LIFEBUOYS

Lifebuoy attachmentsLocation Lifebuoy

w/line

Lifebuoy

w/light

Lifebuoy

w/smoke

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3.5 Immersion Suits




a) Check the location and stowage of the immersion suits.

b) Examine the joints of the boots to the suit, cuffs and closing mechanisms. Inspect allweldings and check the suit for crumbling and wear.

2) Maintenance

a) After use:

Rinse the suit in fresh water if it has been in contact with salt water. The suit must becompletely dry before it is repacked.

b) Wax the zippers with the wax stick supplied.

c) When repacking the suit the instruction must be followed, all zippers be open and

lining, if fitted, be in place.

d) If cleaning is necessary, follow makers instructions.


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CHECKLIST FOR IMMERSION SUITS

Location Type Number Check/rem.

Total


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3.6 Pyrotechnics/Line Throwing Appliances


1) Inspection (I) : Monthly (L)


a) Check that the pyrotechnics are located in the marked places, and that they are withoutdamage or moisture. Check the expiry date.

Do not forget pyrotechnics in lifeboats.

b) Check the condition of the line throwing apparatus and the expiry date. Make sure that

it is in place and ready for use. There must be at least 4 rockets and 4 lines available.

Special conditions

a) Pyrotechnics shall be replaced in accordance with the replacement date printed on the

packing. This also applies to rockets and igniters for the line throwing apparatus.

CHECKLIST FOR PYROTECHNICS / LINE THROWING APPLIANCES

Location Number

and type

Date of expiry Check/rem.


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3.7 EPIRB's / RADAR transponders




a) Check that the EPIRBs are located correctly, that they are without any visible damageand that the instruction is intact.

b) Check that the RADAR transponders are located correctly, that they are without anyvisible damage and that the instruction is intact.

Special conditions

a) The EPIRBs are to be inspected and tested at least every 12 months and if necessary its

energy source must be renewed.

b) The free-float EPIRB is subject to overhaul every second year by specialist firm

according to flag-state rules and/or company instructions.

c) Additional information regarding required inspections and maintenance for RADARtransponders are not available at the time of editing this document. Refer to Flag-state

rules/company instructions.


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CHECKLIST FOR EPIRB'S

Location Type and serial

number

Expiry date of

battery

Check/rem.

CHECKLIST FOR RADAR TRANSPONDERS

Location Type and serial

number

Expiry date of

battery

Check/rem.


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3.8 Communication equipment


1) Inspection (I) : Weekly (L)


a) Check that the portable radio apparatus (emergency transmitter) is in place at themarked spot, without any visible damage and that the instructions for use are intact.

b) Function test the portable radio apparatus according to the makers instructions.

For the portable radio apparatus, entries concerning inspection and testing must be made in

the radio log book.

c) Check condition of emergency batteries for the radio station.

d) Test the sound powered telephone.

Special conditions

a) Replace the battery of the portable radio apparatus if the expiry date has been exceeded(normal life for a lithium battery is 5 years)

Communication equipment also include:

{ The ships automatic telephone system{ Public address system

{ walkie-talkies (VHF/UHF)

This equipment is used on a daily basis and possible defects are corrected as they occur.

As a minimum all communication equipment of these types should be tested at least monthly.


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3.9 Escapeways


1) Inspection (I) : Monthly2) Maintenance (M) : As required


a) All escapeways must be checked for accessibility. Check that doors to escapeways are

not blocked by any items and that door and hatches operate properly. Move and grease

if necessary.

b) Check rope, block and harness, if fitted. Repair/renew as necessary.

CHECKLIST FOR ESCAPEWAYS

Location Evacuation equipment fitted 9


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3.10 Emergency lighting




a) The emergency lighting is to be tested in connection with each abandon ship drill andfire drill.

b) The locations of the ships emergency lighting must be shown on the fire and safetyplan.

Special conditions

a) On some ships the emergency lighting at the lifeboats and rafts is placed in such a way

that the lamps may be swung over the side. In such cases it is considered good practice

to test an lubricate these arrangements in connection with each abandon ship drill.

3.11 Safety posters




a) The condition of all posters and signs should be checked.

2) Maintenance

a) All posters and signs are examined and renewed as necessary. If a list of posters and

signs are carried on board it should be used in a thorough yearly inspection.

b) Clean posters and signs with soapy water if necessary.


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3.12 First aid equipment


1) Inspection (I) : Monthly


a) First aid equipment located in the galley, engine control room, bridge, fire-stations, etc.

should be checked and the contents renewed if necessary.

Remark

This section does not apply to the ships hospital.

CHECKLIST FOR FIRST AID EQUIPMENT

Location Remarks 9


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3.13 Escape breathing apparatus/gas masks


1) Inspection (I) : Monthly2) Inspection (I) : Every 5 year

3) Maintenance (M) : As required


a) Check that all escape breathing apparatus are located in assigned places, and that they

are ready for immediate use. Check straps and harness. Perform a quick function test ofeach apparatus according to the makers manual. Check the pressure gauge and

recharge bottles if necessary.

b) Check that all gas masks are located in assigned places, and that they are ready for

immediate use. Check straps. Check that the filters are of appropriate type according to

the cargo currently carried and that the filters are not expired.

2) Inspection every 5 year

The escape breathing apparatus bottles shall be hydrotested at least every 5 years andthe date of the last pressure test shall be stamped on the bottles. For further information

see section about breathing apparatus in the Fire-extinguishing Appliances Service

Manual.

a) According to the makers manual.

Special conditionsa) Little maintenance is required for escape breathing apparatus when they are not in daily

use, however a full function check should be performed at least yearly.

b) When changing cargo, make sure that gas mask filters are suitable for the new cargo.

c) On ships fitted with both escape breathing apparatus and gas masks it is not

recommended that gas masks are distributed to the cabins. This is because of the

possible risk of using the gas mask as breathing protection in an emergency situation. Itis better to distribute gas masks when it is necessary, due to cargo operations.


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CHECKLIST FOR ESCAPE BREATHING APPARATUS

Location Number Remarks 9

Total

Type of emergency escape apparatus: ______________________________


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CHECKLIST FOR GAS MASKS

Location Type Number Remarks 9

Total


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3.14 Emergency systems


1) Inspection (I) : Monthly2) Inspection (I) : 12 months


a) Emergency Shut Down System forcargo must be checked for correct operation. The

closing time must be recorded in the log book.

2) Inspection every 12 months

a) E/R Quick Closing System.

b) E/R Emergency Stop Valves.

c) E/R Emergency Stop System

3.15 Gas detector (fixed)


1) Inspection (I) : Weekly


a) The fixed gas detector must be in continuos operation and must be checked andcalibrated weekly.

Special conditionsa) The gas detector must be calibrated in accordance with the makers manual for the

cargo currently carried.

b) Where high and low suction points exists, make sure the gas detector is sampling fromthe correct point, refer to makers manual.


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3.16 Portable gas measuring equipment


1) Inspection (I) : Monthly


Portable gas measuring equipment must be checked and calibrated before use or at least

monthly.

With regards to log keeping, please observe that one log sheet should be used for each type ofequipment. For this reason, Portable Gas Measuring Equipment has five pages in the log

book. When/if more pages are needed, a blank log sheet is included at the end of the log book

section.

Portable Gas Measuring Instruments

All portable gas measuring instruments - those for measuring explosive and oxygen content -

are required to be tested every month by the Chief Officer and a log maintained.

The Chief Officer is to ensure that the instruments are always maintained in a good condition

and that sufficient spares are available on board for consumable parts of the measuringinstruments, such as sensors, filters, calibration gases, batteries, chemical absorption and

reaction tubes, etc. Most of the mentioned spares have a limited shelf life, therefore it is

essential that expiry dates are noted when making an inventory.

These instruments shall be treated with great care. The lives of personnel and the safety of theship often depend on decisions based on readings from these delicate and sensitive

instruments.

Manufacturers instructions shall be studied carefully before use or calibration and

recommendations on factory reconditioning shall be observed as closely as possible.

Instruments shall only be used for their intended purpose and records of readings shall bekept.

Supplies of calibration gas (span gas) shall be available at all times and shall be replenished

when necessary. Zero points shall be checked and adjusted if necessary, and the equipmentshall be calibrated throughout its operating range. Calibration curves for the sampling of

various gases shall be readily available at or near the storage position of the equipment.

All instruments certificates and instruction manuals shall be filed in this log at the appropriateplace. Instruction manuals give detailed operating, calibration and maintenance instructions

and include a list of parts. These instructions for each particular instrument are to be strictlyfollowed.

The instruments must always be checked and calibrated before being used. Whilemeasurements are in progress, the zero setting of hydrocarbon gas instruments shall be

checked for every measurement made.

The oxygen measuring instruments must be checked by measuring clean air.


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Oxygen and hydrocarbon gas measuring instruments are designed with intrinsically safeelectrical circuits so that they can be safely used in a gas dangerous zone. For this reason,

they must only be opened up for maintenance or battery change in a gas safe zone.

Oxygen AnalyserThe portable oxygen analyser is used to measure the oxygen content of any space.

These analysers are used on ships mainly to check potentially hazardous areas prior to entryby the ships crew. This is to ensure that the atmosphere within the space to be entered is not

deficient in oxygen, and thus safe for breathing (21% oxygen). On oil and gas tankers,

oxygen analysers are also used to determine the quality of the inert gas being produced andwhether a space has been inerted sufficiently so that flammable gases cannot ignite.

Both temperature and pressure affect the readings of an oxygen meter. For this reason,

oxygen instruments ought to be adjusted to show 21% oxygen in pure air, close to themeasuring site, immediately before starting measurements.

The instrument shall be left switched on for about five minutes prior to adjustment and use.

This is to allow the sensor to stabilise.

Every month, the zero point shall be tested and adjusted using pure nitrogen as the test gas.

No enclosed space must be entered until all checks have been carried out satisfactorily as per

the Enclosed Space Entry Permit. Even though an enclosed space may have been have been

certified as safe for entry, a personal oxygen monitor shall be worn by individuals enteringsuch space. This is to warn the person of any oxygen deficiency which may not have beendetected by the initial tests.

Personal oxygen monitors are pocket-sized, light weight instruments designed for

uninterrupted monitoring of oxygen levels. They give an audible and visual alarm when theoxygen content falls below a set level, usually about 18 percent. Personal monitors also give

an audible alarm when the battery power is low.

Remove batteries from the instruments prior to storage.

Hydrocarbon Gas Measuring Instruments

These instruments, also called combustible gas detectors/indicators, are used to measure

either the percentage volume of hydrocarbon gas present in the space being tested, or the

composition of hydrocarbon gas/air mixture expressed as a percentage of the Lower

Explosive Limit.

Some instruments are designed to carry out both the above functions with a changeoverselector switch. The operator has to be extremely careful that the correct function isselected. Furthermore, some instruments either cannot measure the hydrocarbon gascontent in inerted atmospheres or require special procedures for such measurement.The instruction manual for the equipment must be consulted for guidance.

Leave the instrument on for about five minutes before adjustment or use. This is to allow the

sensor to stabilise. Before taking measurements, set the zero point in pure air without

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Calibrate the instrument every month using the correct calibration gas and by following themanufacturers instructions.

Remove batteries from instruments prior to storage.

A special combustible gas detector called the portable methanometer is placed on the bulk

carriers for the detection of methane. Methane is given off from coal cargoes. This detectoroperates on the same principle as any other hydrocarbon gas measuring instrument.

Gas Measurement using Chemical Absorption and Reaction Tubes

This method of gas sampling uses a tube with a gas detector pump; The air sample being

sucked through the tube. Each tube contains a very sensitive reagent system designed to

undergo a chemical reaction with a particular substance. It produces accurate readings when

the technical characteristics of the reagent systems precisely match each other.

It is essential that the tubes and the pump are compatible, and that the correct number of

pump strokes are used for detection.

The sampling tubes come in two concentrations, in percentage by volume in air for large

concentrations and in ppm (parts per million) for small concentrations. Each tube is forsampling of one specific substance.

Each box of tubes is stamped with an expiration date. After this date the tubes cannot be

relied upon for accuracy. The tubes should be stored in their original package. Avoidexcessively low (below 2 deg. C.) or high (above 25 deg. C.) temperatures and do not subjectthe tubes to light for prolonged periods.

Used or expired tubes must be disposed of properly as they contain chemicals.


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CHECKLIST FOR PORTABLE GAS MEASURING EQUIPMENT

Location Type Serial no. Spareparts/remarks 9


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CHECKLIST FOR CHEMICAL ABSORPTION / REACTION TYPEGAS DETECTORS TUBES (DRGER, ETC.)

Gas-type Range Min. stock on

board


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3.17 Pilot ladders




a) Pilot ladders should be inspected at least monthly to ensure proper working condition.

Other equipment relating to pilot ladders such as; manropes, platforms, etc. should also

be inspected.

b) It is considered good practice to inspect pilot ladders and relating equipment prior to

and after a call of port.

Special conditions

a) When purchasing a pilot ladder, make sure it is ordered to IMO standards, according toSOLAS chapter V.

3.18 Oil Pollution equipment




a) The oil pollution equipment should be inspected to make sure it is in proper workingcondition and ready for immediate use.

2) Maintenance

a) On ships were a portable pump is part of the oil pollution equipment, the pump should

be maintained according to the makers instructions.

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