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4.334.26 Paddle (liferaft) (LR - 4.1.5.1.6)
Each liferaft paddle shall be buoyant. Paddles shall be of the size and type used for the maneuverability test of the raft in which they are carried, and shall be of a design which is not likely to cause damage to an inflated liferaft.
4.344.27 Painter (LB, RB)
4.34.14.27.1 General
If the painter is of synthetic material, it shall be of a dark color or of a type certified or treated to be resistant to deterioration from ultraviolet light where it is routinely exposed to sunlight.
4.34.2 Liferaft painters (LSA Code 4.1.3.2)
The painter for a liferaft shall be of a length that is at least 10 meters plus the distance from the liferaft's stowed position to the waterline with the vessel in its lightest seagoing condition, or 15 meters long, whichever is the greater. The painter shall have a breaking strength of not less than 15.0 kN for liferafts approved for more than 25 persons, 10.0 kN for liferafts approved for 9 to 25 persons, and not less than 7.5 kN for any other liferaft. A weak link used in a float-free arrangement shall be secured to the end of the painter that is attached to the vessel, and shall have a breaking strength of between 1.8 and 2.6 kN.
4.34.34.27.2 Lifeboat painters (LSA Code 4.4.8.7)
Painters shall be of a length equal to not less than twice the distance from the stowage position of the lifeboat to the waterline in the lightest seagoing condition, or 15 m, whichever is the greater. One painter shall be attached to a suitable painter release device capable of quickly releasing the painter when the painter is being used to tow the boat. This painter shall be placed at the forward end of the lifeboat. The other painter shall be firmly secured at or near the bow of the lifeboat ready for use. The painter should have a strength of at least [34 kN].
4.34.44.27.3 Rescue boat (SOLAS) painters (LSA Code 5.1.2.2.5)
The painter shall be of a sufficient length to properly launch and recover the rescue boat. The painter shall be attached to the boat's painter release device and shall be placed at the forward end of the rescue boat. The painter should have a strength of at least [34 kN].
4.35 Position-indicating light (LR, LB, RB - LSA Code 4.1.3.3, 4.4.7.10)
The position-indicating light shall be approved by the Administration to the requirements of the IMO LSA Code, and tested in accordance with the IMO Recommendation on Testing (Res. A.689(17), as amended through Res. MSC.81(70)).
4.36 Drain plug (LB - LSA Code 4.4.7.1)
The cap or plug provided with the automatic drain valve of a lifeboat shall be provided with a cap or plug attached to the lifeboat with a lanyard, chain, or other suitable means.
4.374.28 Food rations (LR, LB - LSA Code 4.1.5.1.18, 4.4.8.12)
4.37.1 One ration is required for each person the liferaft or lifeboat is equipped to accommodate, and consists of 10,000 kJ (2400 Calories) of approved emergency provisions. Food rations shall be approved by the Administration to the IMO LSA Code requirements. Where food rations are packed in sizes other than 10,000 kJ, total kJ counts rather than package counts should be used to determine the quantity of emergency provisions required.
4.37.2 Food rations should shall be palatable, edible throughout the recommended shelf life and packed in airtight packaging in a manner which can be readily divided and easily opened [using immersion suit gloved hands]. Packaged rations shall be stowed in a watertight container.
NOTE |
A satisfactory food ration would consist of the following components: |
| Ration unit: |
500-550 g |
| Energy: |
minimum 10,000 kJ |
| Packing: |
Hermetically sealed (can) or vacuum-packed (flexible package) |
| Composition: |
Moisture: Maximum 3-7% |
| Salt: |
Maximum 0.2% |
| Carbohydrates: |
60-70% weight = 50-60% energy |
| Fat: |
18-23% weight = 33-43% energy |
| Protein: |
6-10% weight = 5-8% energy |
4.384.29 Pump (Inflatable LR, inflated RB - LSA Code 4.2.9.1.2, 5.1.2.4.3)
The pump or bellows shall be manually operable, and arranged and provided with suitable fittings to be capable of inflating any part of the inflatable structure of the liferaft or rescue boat, and of a design compatible with the craft in which it is used. [Should pump/number capacity be related to liferaft size?]
4.394.30 Radar reflector (LR, LB, RB)
4.39.14.30.1 Radar reflector for lifeboats and rescue boats (LSA Code 4.4.8.30, 5.1.2.2.12)
The radar reflector shall be provided with a suitable mounting arrangement to install it on the boat in its proper orientation. [The radar reflector shall be certified by its manufacturer to have a detection range of at least 4 nautical miles in calm sea conditions.] [The radar reflector should have an apparent cross sectional area of at least 10 m2 (107 ft2) over 65% of the horizontal plane, using a standard marine radar system operating in the 9300-9500 MHz band.]comply with IMO Res. A.384(X) and ISO 8729:1997 Ships and marine technology - Marine radar reflectors.]
4.39.24.30.2 Liferaft radar reflector (LSA Code 4.1.5.1.14)
The radar reflector shall be provided with a suitable mounting arrangement to install it in the liferaft in its proper orientation. [The radar reflector shall be demonstrated and certified by its manufacturer to have a detection range of at least 4 nautical miles in calm sea conditions.]
NOTE |
In accordance with IMO MSC Circular 447, due to the "non-availability of an efficient radar reflector for liferafts," non-compliance with the requirement to carry one "should not constitute a reason for detaining or delaying a ship." On the basis of this Circular, some Administrations do not require radar reflectors to be carried in inflatable liferafts provided that the liferaft container is marked accordingly. |
4.404.31 Rainwater collection equipment for lifeboats (LB - LSA Code 4.4.7.5)
If a The means to collect rainwater may beis not permanently incorporated into the design of the canopy, or may be a separate device to be mounted outside the lifeboat, with a drain tube leading to the provided rainwater storage compartment may be carried. In any case, the device should have a projected horizontal collection area of at least a 1 m2 (10.7 ft2), and be designed to function unattended.
4.414.32 Repair kit (LR, Inflated and rigid/inflated RB - LSA Code 5.1.2.4.4)
The repair kit for inflated and rigid/inflated rescue boats shall contain at least:
a) [Six or more sealing clamps or serrated conical plugs, or a combination of the two;]
b) Five 50 mm (2 in) diameter tube patches;
c) A suitable fabric rRoughing tool; and
d) Cement compatible with the tube fabric. The cement shall be marked with an expiration date on its container that is not more than 24 months after the date of manufacture of the cement, and with instructions for its use.
4.424.33 Sea anchor (LR, LB, RB - LSA Code 4.1.5.1.5, 4.4.8.6, 5.1.2.2.4)
Sea anchors, whether installed or spare, shall comply with ISO 17339:2002. Existing sea anchors not complying with this International Standard need not be replaced as long as they remain in good and serviceable condition.
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