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What are the lifeboat inspection requirements for my vessel?

Lifeboat Inspection Requirements

Under 46 CFR 199.190, your vessel must conduct inspections on the following schedule:

Weekly:

Visual inspection of survival craft, rescue boats, and launching appliances for readiness.

Monthly:

Each lifesaving appliance must be verified complete and in good working order, with results recorded in the vessel's official logbook 46 CFR 199.190(e).

Annually:

Full operational tests including launching appliances at loads from light to full load 46 CFR 133.45(b).

Note: SOLAS Chapter III applies to vessels on international routes in addition to these CFR requirements.

46 CFR 199.19046 CFR 133.45

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