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      • Rule 37 – Distress signals
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      • Annex 1 – Positioning and technical details of lights and shapes
      • ANNEX II – Additional Signals for Fishing Vessels Fishing in Close Proximity
      • ANNEX III – Technical Details of Sound Signal Appliances
      • ANNEX IV – Distress Signals
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SOLAS REQUIREMENT’s FOR LIFEJACKET

lifejacket

A lifejacket complying with the requirements shall be provided for every person on board the ship and, in addition:For passenger ships on voyages of less than 24 hours, a number of infant lifejackets equal to at least 2.5% of the number of passengers on board shall be provided; For passenger ships on voyages of 24 hours or greater, infant lifejackets shall be provided for each infant on board; A number of lifejackets suitable for children equal to at least 10% of the number of passengers on board shall be provided or such greater number as may be required to provide a lifejacket … [Read more...]

By Naveen Kumar Filed Under: Safety Tagged With: adult lifejacket, child lifejacket, lifejacket, light, safety, solas

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