LIFEBOATS 1.

The following intervals are required for inspections and maintenance:

1) Inspection (I): Weekly (L) 2) Inspection (I) Monthly (L) 3) Maintenance (M): 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) Engine test, see section 1.2 2) MONTHLY a) b) c) d)

INSPECTION

As under 1 a),b),c) and d). Check the rudder and steering mechanism, if fitted. Check the release gear. Inspection of the engine and batteries, see section 1.2 3)

MAINTENANCE.

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 renewing the 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, dimensions of the lifeboat, and permitted number of persons) must be easy to read and properly fastened. d) Inspect thwarts/benches and grating. Bolts holding these must not be rusty. e) All ropes are to be inspected and renewed, if necessary. f) Tracing pendants and bossing tackles are to be checked and relevant parts greased. g) All movable parts are inspected and greased.

h) Equipment and engine, see section 1.1 and 1.2

SPECIAL CONDITIONS
a) In lifeboats with a water spray system the nozzles must be checked weekly and the pump 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. Min. pressure: Max. pressure: c) In free fall lifeboats the condition of the safety belts must be checked. d) when sailing in areas with temperatures below zero, necessary precautions must be taken to avoid frost damage to sprinkler equipment and engine.

TEST
a) Lifeboats must be launched and manoeuvred in the water at least once every 3 month (SM >B< Chapter III, Reg. 18.3.7). b) Lifeboats also serving as rescue boats must where this is found reasonable and practicable- be launched monthly and in any case at least once every 3 months (SM >B<,Chapter III, Reg. 18.3.8).

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LIFERAFTS.

The following intervals are required for inspections and maintenance: 1) Inspection (I): Weekly (L) 2) Inspection (I): Monthly (L) 3) Maintenance (M) 12 monthly (L)

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

2) Mounthly inspection
a) As under a) b) Check that the drain holes of the container are turned downwards and that they are not clogged.

3) Maintenance
a) The liferaft shall be inspected at an approved servicing station. A new certificate is to be issued. b) The cradle of the liferaft is inspected and if necessary painted.

Special conditions
a) Direct hosing of the liferaft container is to be avoided, as this may result in the penetration of water. b) If the container has suffered any damage, it should be taken ashore as soon as possible for inspection. c) On ships equipped with davit launched life rafts, one of these must, when practicable, be inflated and lowered, with intervals of not more then four months. (SM >B<,Chapter III, Reg. 18.4.3). Where a special liferaft, intended for training purposes only and not part of the ship`s life-saving equipment is used, this liferaft must be in an overall good condition, be clearly marked and of the same type as the life rafts included in the ship`s life saving equipment. This liferaft should also be taken ashore for inspection at an approved servicing station with intervals of 1217 months. If a liferaft included in the ship`s life-saving equipment is used, the exercise is to be carried out only when the ship is in port where it is possible to have the liferaft re-packed at an approved servicing station before the ship`s departure

3.0 RESCUE BOAT

The following intervals are required for inspections and maintenance: 1) Inspection (I): Weekly (L): 2) Inspection (I): Monthly (L): 3) Maintenance (M): If one of the ship`s lifeboats is approved as rescue boat, see section 1.0 If the rescue boat is approved as such only, the following inspections and maintenance must be effected.

1)

Weekly inspection

a) By visual inspection ensure that the rescue boat is ready for immediate use. b) Run the engine according to manufacturer`s instructions but for at least 3 minutes. 2)

Monthly inspection

a) Check that the rescue boat and its equipment are complete and in good condition.

3)

Maintenance

a) Maintenance is effected in accordance with the specifications of the manufacturer.

Special conditions
a) In accordance with Skibstilsynets Meddelelser No. 300 dated 1/10-1975 it is prohibited to carry more then 40 I of gasoline for the outboard motor. Maximum 20 I of gasoline must be kept in the gasoline tank regardless of its size.

Testing
a) The rescue boat shall, when considered reasonable and practicable, be launched each month and in any case at least once every third month (SM >B<,Chapter III, Reg.18.3.8).

EVACUATION SLIDES
In recent years several Passenger ships have been equipped with evacuation slides. Inspection and maintenance of these are carried out in accordance with the following guidelines: The following intervals are required for inspection and maintenance: 1) Inspection (I): Weekly (L) 2) Inspection (I): Monthly (L) 3) Maintenance (M) 12 monthly(L)

1) Weekly inspection
a) Visual inspection ensuring that the evacuation slide and its life rafts are ready for use.

2) Monthly inspection
a) Check that the evacuation slide end equipment belonging to it are complete and in good condition.

3) Maintenance
a) The evacuation slide has to be checked at an approved servicing station. A new certificate is issued.

Special conditions

a) Direct hosing of the evacuation slide and its equipment is to be avoided. b) When lifting, the manufacturer`s instructions shall be followed. c) When installing the evacuation slide after service ashore it must be ensured that the transport furnishings are removed. d) Drills and musters shall be executed in accordance with the authorities` provisions for the specific ship.

Launching appliances

The following intervals are required inspections and maintenance: 1) Inspection (I): Weekly (L) 2) Inspection (I): Monthly (L) 3) Maintenance (M) 1)

Weekly inspection

a) inspect the launching appliances and ensure that they are ready for immediate use. 2)

Monthly inspection

a) As under 1 a) b) Grease all grease nipples in accordance with the lubrication chart. c) Check the oil level in winches and refill to the marked level if necessary. d) Hand and centrifugal brake must be free of oil and grease. e) All furnishings and movable parts must be in a satisfactory condition.

3)

Maintenance

a) the brake blocks for winches are renewed if necessary.

b) Every 30th month the complete length of the wire must be wound off the drum and turned. All oil and grease are cleaned off and the wire and winch are checked for breaks and wear. c) 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. d) If the wire is not of a material as mentioned under 3 e), it shall be renewed every 5th year or earlier if damage should occur.

e) If the wire is of stainless steel, AISI 316, or a better quality, the wire has to be renewed only if by inspection mechanical failure, corrosion or other possible damage are discovered.

Special condition
a) When turning the wire as mentioned under 3 b), it must be ensured that the contact faces of the wire are shifted for instance by shortening it.

6.0

Embarkation ladders
The following intervals are required for inspections and maintenance: 1) Inspection (I): 2) Inspection (I): Weekly (L) Monthly (L)

1)

Weekly inspection

a) Lashings, storage, rope and the steps are visually inspected.

2)

Monthly inspection

a) Rope, steps, shackles, furnishings, etc. are to be inspected and defective parts renewed.

Special condition
a) Test of the ladder on passenger ships, to be carried out in accordance with guidelines issued by the Government Ships Inspection Service. b) Regarding the construction of the ladder see >B<, Chapter III, Reg.48.7. c) Length of the ladder Metres: Number of steps:

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LIFEJAKETS

The following intervals are required for inspections and maintenance:

1)

Monthly inspection

a) Check the condition of the life-jackets, including that _ all strings and straps are placed as they should be and that they are not entangled or tied together, _ the joins are in order and the retro-reflective tapes fixed in place,

_ the whistle is properly secured and 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 approved places. b) 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 the manufacturer`s guidelines. Soapy water is normally used. b) Renew light/battery if necessary, minimum in accordance with the manufacturer`s guidelines.

Special conditions
a) Light on lifejackets is not required on passenger ships on short international voyage. Definition of short international voyage- see SM >B<,Chapter III, Reg.3.16. With respect to ships constructed before 1/7-1986, the requirements concerning lights on lifejackets shall apply not later than 1/7-1991.

7.1 Immersion suits

The following intervals are required for inspections and maintenance: 1) Inspection (I): Monthly (L) 3) Maintenance (M):

1) Monthly inspection
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 all welding 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 be completely 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.

Special conditions
a) If cleaning is necessary, the manufacturers directions regarding approved cleansing agents are to be followed.

LIFEBUOYS
The following intervals are required for inspections and maintenance: 1) Inspection (I): Monthly (L) 2) Maintenance (M):

1) Monthly inspection

a) Check the general condition of the lifebuoys and their attachments (lights, M.O.B. signal, poles and lines). b) The buoy must be placed correctly (the buoy and attachments must not be lashed) and the mountings properly secured. c) Check whether the grab- and lifelines are damaged or worn. Renew as necessary. d) The retro-reflective tapes, the ship`s name and port of registry must be properly fastened and clean. Damaged retro-reflective tapes are renewed. When renewing the retro-reflective tapes the new ones must be fixed in the same places as the old ones. e) Check that the number of lifebuoys including the various attachments correspond to the 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 battery to be renewed once a year or according to the manufacturer`s instructions. c) The release mechanism for life-buoys placed on the bridge is tested and lubricated; and the expiry date on the M.O.B. signal is checked (shall be renewed at the first opportunity after the expiry of four years from the date of manufacture.)

Special conditions
a) After each call of port it is considered good practice, in addition to the above monthly inspection, to examine all lifebuoys and attachments as under 1) to e). b) Certain ships, especially larger tankers, have a remote release mechanism on the bridge, and the lifebuoy and attachments placed on a lower deck. After a temporary fastening of the lifebuoy and attachment, the system should be tested in accordance with the manufacturer`s instructions.

9.0

PYROTECHNICS

The following intervals are required for inspections and maintenance: 1) Inspection (I) Monthly (L)

1) Monthly inspection
a) Check that the pyrotechnics are located correctly in the marked places, furthermore it must be complete and without damage or moisture.

Special condition
a) Pyrotechnics are to be replaced at the first opportunity after the expiry of four years as from the date of manufacture. This also applies to pyrotechnics purchased overseas where an earlier expiry date is printed.

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Line throwing apparatus

The following intervals are required for inspections and maintenance: 1)

Monthly inspection

1) Check the condition of the line throwing apparatus and the expiry date. Make sure that it is in place and ready fore use.

Special condition
a) Check that there are at least four rockets and four lines for the line throwing apparatus. b) Renew rockets and igniters which according to the date of manufacture are more than four years old.

11.0 EPIRBS
The following intervals are required for inspections and maintenance: 1) Inspection (I): Monthly (L)

1) Monthly inspection
a) Check that the EPIRBs are located at the marked spots, that they are without any visible damage and that the instruction is intact.

Cpecial conditions
a) The EPIRB is to be inspected and tested at least every 12 months and if necessary its energy source must be reneved (SM >B<,Chapter IV, Reg. 14-2). b) EPIRBs on board ships built before 1.july 1986 are not required before 1.july 1991. NOTE:16th of dec. 2000

Received 2 new EPIRB

(45sx ser.No od102503 and 40s ser.No oht07357) In Bangkok and replaced the old one.

1. 40s EPIRB mounted at wing of bridge (17.01.02) 2. 45 sx EPIRB mounted at the bridge.

12.0 PORTABLE RADIO APPARATUS

The following intervals are required for inspection and maintenance: 1) Inspection (I): 1) Weekly (L)

WEKLY INSPECTION
a) Check that the portable radio apparatus is in place at the marked spot, without any visible damage and that the instructions for use are intact. b) Test the portable apparatus and check the reaction on the ammeter. NB! For the portable radio apparatus, entries concerning inspection and testing must be made in the Radio log book.

SPECIAL CONDITIONS
a) Replace the battery if the expiry date has been exceeded (normal life for a lithium battery is five years).

13.0 COMMUNICATION EQUIPMENT

Communication equipment includes:

- The ship`s automatic telephone system - Public Address system - Walkie-talkies (VHF/UHF) This equipment is used daily and as such checked daily and possible defects are repaired as they occur. As minimum all communication equipment is checked once a month in connection with abandon ship and fire drills. - Sound powered telephones are tested weekly.

14.0 EMERGENCY LIGHTING

The following intervals are required for inspections and maintenance: 1) Inspection (I): Monthly (L)

1)

Monthly inspection

a) The emergency lighting is to be tested in connection with each abandon ship and fire drill. b) The placement of the ship`s emergency lighting must be shown on the ship`s fire and safety plan.

Special conditions
a) On certain ships the emergency lighting at the life boats 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 and lubricate these arrangements in connection with each abandon ship and fire drill.

15.0 ALARM SYSTEMS

The following intervals are required for inspections and maintenance: 1) Inspection (I): 1) Weekly (L)

Weekly inspection

a) The general emergency alarm system should be tested at least once a week and in connection with abandon ship and fire drills.

Special conditions
a) When at sea it is considered good practice to test the ship`s alarm systems every day at twelve oclock.

16.0 SAFETY NOTICES

The following intervals are required for inspections and maintenance: 1) Inspection (I): Monthly (L) 2) Maintenance (M) 1)

Monthly inspection

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

2)

Maintenance

a) All notices and signs are examined and renewed as necessary. If a list of signs is carried on board, this should be used to check all notices and signs once a year.

b) Outside signs are washed with soapy water if necessary.

Examples of signs relating to life-saving appliances BRIDGE

1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. Safety plans Lifeboat muster list Copy of rescue signals for use in the lifeboats Copy of rescue signals for use on the bridge Lifejacket instruction How to release the liferaft Instruction in using the hydrostatic release gear Guidelines for rescue of shipwrecked crew

Radio station
1. Procedure when transmitting emergency signals

Accommodation (Near or in mess rooms)

1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. Safety plans Lifeboat muster list Copy of rescue signals for use in the lifeboats Copy of rescue signals for use on the bridge Life instruction How to release the liferaft

Engine control room

1. safety plans 2. Instructions for lifeboat engine

Near and in lifeboats and life rafts

According to SM>B<,Chapter III.Reg. 9 there must be posters or signs illustrating the purpose of controls and the procedures for operating the launching appliances. In Skibstilsynets meddelelserNo. 403 dated 8/7/87 it is stated which signs/symbols can be used.

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SPECIAL EQUIPMENT

The contents of this section will of course differ considerably from ship to ship. In this section instructions concerning the maintenance of the special equipment which is on board this specific ship are inserted. This could e.g. include: Escape set Emergency shower on deck Personal eye wash unit Various protective clothing etc