Solas Training Manual

AL HAIL MARINE SERVICES LLC
SOLAS TRAINING MANUAL

This Manual complies with and is acceptable for the purposes of
complying with: Regulation 35 of Chapter III of the International
Convention of the Safety of Life at Sea 1974. As amended.
DOCUMENT NO: AHMS-ST- MNL-12.20
Vessel Name SM-3 NOORA
IMO Number 9820829

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Table of Contents
1 INTRODUCTION TO SAFETY TRAINING MANUAL...............................................................................6
1.1 Scope........................................................................................................................................ 6
1.2 Master’s Responsibilities........................................................................................................... 6
1.3 Safety Officer’s Responsibilities................................................................................................ 6
1.4 Contents in Brief........................................................................................................................ 7
2 VESSEL PRINCIPAL PARTICULARS..................................................................................................... 8
3 SOLAS REQUIREMENTS........................................................................................................................ 9
3.1 Emergency Training and Drills.................................................................................................. 9
3.1.1 Drills................................................................................................................................................. 9
3.1.1.1 Abandon ship drill......................................................................................................................... 9
3.1.1.2 Fire Drills..................................................................................................................................... 10
3.1.2 On Board Training and Instructions............................................................................................... 11
3.1.3 Records......................................................................................................................................... 11
3.2 Training manual and on-board training aids............................................................................11
3.3 Muster list and emergency instructions...................................................................................12
4 PERSONAL LIFE SAVING EQUIPMENT.............................................................................................. 14

4.1 Donning Life Jackets............................................................................................................... 15
4.2 Immersion Suits...................................................................................................................... 16
4.3 Thermal Protective Aids.......................................................................................................... 19
4.3.1 Thermal Protective Aid in brief....................................................................................................... 19
4.3.2 The Immersion suits carried in this vessel are as follow................................................................19
4.3.3 Donning of Thermal Protective Aids.............................................................................................. 20
5 MUSTER LIST AND EMERGENCY INSTRUCTIONS...........................................................................21

5.1 Muster at the Assigned Station............................................................................................... 21
5.1.1 Boat Handling Signals................................................................................................................... 21
5.1.2 Instruction...................................................................................................................................... 21
5.1.3 Abandon Ship Boat Station............................................................................................................ 22
5.1.4 Fire & Emergency Stations............................................................................................................ 23
5.1.5 Drill Report..................................................................................................................................... 23
5.2 All Other Functions Contained in the Muster List and Emergency Instructions.......................24
6 LIFE BOATS AND RESCUE BOATS.................................................................................................... 25

6.1 Life Boat - Vessel Specific....................................................................................................... 26
6.1.1 Lifeboat details............................................................................................................................... 26
6.1.2 General Arrangement (Internal-External).......................................................................................26
6.1.3 Launching Procedure by Freefall................................................................................................... 28
6.1.4 Launching Procedure Using Falls.................................................................................................. 29
6.1.5 Recovery Procedure...................................................................................................................... 30
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6.2 Rescue Boat – Vessel Specific............................................................................................... 31

6.2.1 Rescue Boat details....................................................................................................................... 31
6.2.1 Equipment Installation and Arrangement.......................................................................................31
6.2.2 Lowering Procedure....................................................................................................................... 32
6.2.3 Launching Procedure..................................................................................................................... 32
6.2.4 Recovery Procedure...................................................................................................................... 32
6.2.5 Instructions on Release Hook........................................................................................................ 33
6.3 Life Raft................................................................................................................................... 34
6.3.1 Life Raft details.............................................................................................................................. 34
6.3.2 Launching by Manual Operation.................................................................................................... 35
6.3.3 Automatic Detaching...................................................................................................................... 35
6.3.4 Launching Instruction for Life Raft................................................................................................. 36
6.3.5 Using the Life Raft at Sea.............................................................................................................. 37
6.4 Methods and Use of Devices for Protection in Launching Areas, where appropriate..............41
6.5 Illumination in Launching Areas.............................................................................................. 41
6.5.1 Protection in launching Area.......................................................................................................... 41
7 SURVIVAL EQUIPMENT........................................................................................................................ 42
7.1 Use of all Survival Equipment................................................................................................. 43
7.1.1 Life Jackets.................................................................................................................................... 43
7.1.2 Lifebuoys lifebuoys........................................................................................................................ 43
7.1.3 First Aid Outfit Tables of Contents................................................................................................. 45
7.1.4 Day-Light Signaling Mirrors........................................................................................................... 46
7.1.5 Rescue Signal Table...................................................................................................................... 47
7.2 Use of Detention Equipment................................................................................................... 49
7.2.1 Parachute Distress Signal............................................................................................................. 49
7.2.2 Rocket Distress Signal Operation.................................................................................................. 50
7.2.3 Red Hand Flare with Hand Flare................................................................................................... 51
7.2.4 Self-Activating Smoke Signal – Buoyant Smoke Signal.................................................................52
7.2.5 Self-Activating Light – Electric Battery Type..................................................................................53
7.3 Use of Radio Equipment......................................................................................................... 54
7.3.1 GMDSS Hand Held Radios........................................................................................................... 54
7.3.2 Radio Telephone Distress Procedure............................................................................................ 55
7.3.3 SART (Radar Transponder)........................................................................................................... 56
7.3.4 Emergency Position Indicating Radio Beacon (EPIRB).................................................................57
7.4 Use of Drogues....................................................................................................................... 58
7.5 Use of Engine and Accessories.............................................................................................. 59
7.5.1 Crankcase..................................................................................................................................... 59
7.5.2 Clutch Case................................................................................................................................... 59
7.5.3 Lubrication of Each Part................................................................................................................ 60
7.5.4 Emergency Starting of Lifeboat Engine......................................................................................... 60
7.5.5 Usual Operation of Lifeboat Engine............................................................................................... 63

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8 ABANDONING SHIP.............................................................................................................................. 65
8.1 Abandoning the Ship............................................................................................................... 67
8.1.1 Action in the Water........................................................................................................................ 67
8.1.2 Boarding the Raft from the Water.................................................................................................. 69
8.1.3 Getting an Injured Man into the Raft.............................................................................................. 69
8.1.4 Righting a Capsized Raft............................................................................................................... 69
8.1.5 Righting a Capsized Raft with Water Trapped in the Canopy........................................................70
8.1.6 Surviving Aboard the Life-raft........................................................................................................ 70
8.1.7 Threat all Injuries........................................................................................................................... 71
8.1.8 Initial Situation in the Life-raft........................................................................................................ 72
8.1.9 Preservation of Body Heat............................................................................................................. 72
8.1.10 Leadership and Morale............................................................................................................ 72
8.1.11 Establish the Routine.............................................................................................................. 73
8.1.12 Water Use............................................................................................................................... 73
8.1.13 Use of the Sea Anchor or Drogue...........................................................................................74
8.2 Hazards of Exposure and the need for Warm Clothing...........................................................75
8.3 Best use of the Survival Craft Facilities in order to Survive.....................................................75
8.3.1 Keep the Survival Craft Aloft.......................................................................................................... 75
8.3.2 Prevent and Treat Health Hazards................................................................................................ 76
8.3.3 Get the best chance of being Rescued.......................................................................................... 76
8.4 Medical Emergencies at Sea................................................................................................... 76
8.4.1 The ABC’s Come First................................................................................................................... 76
8.4.2 Bleeding......................................................................................................................................... 78
8.4.3 Shock............................................................................................................................................. 82
8.4.4 Secondary Survey......................................................................................................................... 83
8.4.5 Onboard Treatment....................................................................................................................... 86
8.4.6 When to Administer Oxygen.......................................................................................................... 87
8.4.7 Cold Related Injury........................................................................................................................ 87
8.4.8 Transporting the Injured................................................................................................................. 89
8.4.9 First Aid Kit Supplies...................................................................................................................... 91
9 METHODS OF RETRIEVAL................................................................................................................... 92
9.1 Method of Rescue by Using Aircraft such as Helicopter..........................................................93
9.1.1 Rescue Sling................................................................................................................................. 93
9.1.2 Rescue Basket............................................................................................................................... 95
9.1.3 Rescue Net.................................................................................................................................... 95
9.1.4 Rescue Litter................................................................................................................................. 96
9.1.5 Rescue Seat.................................................................................................................................. 96
9.2 Line Throwing Apparatus........................................................................................................ 98
9.2.1 Directions for Use.......................................................................................................................... 98
9.2.2 The Ignition System..................................................................................................................... 101
9.2.3 Caution for Usage........................................................................................................................ 102
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10 EMERGENCY REPAIR OF LIFE SAVING APPLIANCES...................................................................104

10.1 Instructions for Emergency Repair of the Life-Saving Appliances.........................................104
11 ABANDON SHIP TRAINING PROCEDURE........................................................................................105

11.1 Introduction........................................................................................................................... 106
11.2 Guidance for Drill Implementation......................................................................................... 106
11.2.1 General................................................................................................................................. 106
11.2.2 Guidance for Abandon Ship Drill Implementation..................................................................106
11.3 Text of Applicable Regulations (SOLAS)...............................................................................107
11.3.1 Drills...................................................................................................................................... 107
11.3.2 Records................................................................................................................................. 108
11.4 Responsibilities during Emergencies.....................................................................................109
11.4.1 Officers of the Watch............................................................................................................. 109
11.4.2 Radio Officer......................................................................................................................... 109
11.4.3 Chief Engineer...................................................................................................................... 109
11.4.4 Chief Steward........................................................................................................................ 109
11.4.5 Chief Officer.......................................................................................................................... 109
11.4.6 Bosun.................................................................................................................................... 109
11.4.7 Master................................................................................................................................... 109
11.4.8 Drill Follow Up....................................................................................................................... 109
11.4.9 Additional Instruction............................................................................................................. 110
11.5 Guidelines on Safety During Abandon Ship Drills Using Lifeboats........................................111
11.5.1 General................................................................................................................................. 111
11.5.2 Abandon Ship Drills............................................................................................................... 112
11.5.3 Guidelines for Simulated Launching of Free-Fall Lifeboats...................................................113
11.5.4 Guidance for Abandon Drill-Lowering Life Boat Drill.............................................................114
12 SAFETY EQUIPMENT INVENTORY.................................................................................................... 118

12.1 General................................................................................................................................. 119
12.1.1 Rockets and Signals.............................................................................................................. 119
12.1.2 Communications.................................................................................................................... 119
12.1.3 Location of Survival Craft and Rescue Boats........................................................................120
12.1.4 Lifeboats................................................................................................................................ 120
12.1.5 Equipment contained in each Lifeboat..................................................................................121
12.1.6 Life raft Equipment................................................................................................................ 123
12.1.7 Rescue boat.......................................................................................................................... 124
13 REVIEW, APPROVAL, REVISION, AND IDENTIFICATION OF CHANGES.......................................125
14 RELATED CONTENTS........................................................................................................................ 125

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1 INTRODUCTION TO SAFETY TRAINING MANUAL
1.1 Scope
The scope of this manual is to assist responsible Officers in proper training of the crew in lifesaving and
firefighting appliances as long as it concerns their use & place where they are placed onboard.
1.2 Master’s Responsibilities
The Company has provided the appropriate resources for the implementation of this Manual. In this respect, the
Master of each vessel is responsible to:
 Read through the manual and familiarize himself with the requirements described.
 Designate a Safety Officer and assist him in the proper implementation of the safety training program.
 Provide feedback to the Company in order to update or improve this manual.
1.3 Safety Officer’s Responsibilities
The Safety Officer is responsible to:
 Read through the manual and familiarize himself with the requirements described.
 Implement the safety related training program.
 Complete and file all relevant documentation under the supervision of the Master.
 Provide feedback to the Company to update or improve this manual.

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1.4 Contents in Brief
Safety Training Manual - 01: SOLAS Requirements

Text of applicable SOLAS Regulations III/19 and 35
Safety Training Manual - 02: Personal Life Saving Equipment

Describes donning of life jackets.
Safety Training Manual - 03: Muster List and Emergency Instructions

Describes mustering at the assigned station as well as all other functions contained in the Muster List and
Emergency Instructions.
Safety Training Manual - 04: Life Boats and Rescue Boats

Describes types and methods of use of life boats and rescue boats available onboard vessels.
Safety Training Manual - 05: Survival Equipment

Describes types and use of survival equipment available onboard vessels.
Safety Training Manual - 06: Abandoning Ship

Describes items to be considered when abandoning the ship, when dealing with medical emergencies at sea and
provides with instructions for dealing with hazards of exposure to cold.
Safety Training Manual - 07: Methods of Retrieval

Defines methods of retrieval, including the use of helicopter rescue gears and ship’s line throwing Apparatus.
Safety Training Manual - 08: Emergency Repair of Life Saving Appliances

Gives instructions for emergency repair of life saving appliances.
Safety Training Manual - 09: Abandon Ship Training Procedure

Defines proper actions and measures to be taken in case of an emergency and provides with instructions for
proper preparation, execution and follow up of abandon ship drill
Safety Training Manual - 10: Safety Equipment Inventory

Contains the vessel’s safety equipment inventory. The section should be updated for every change in the
inventory.

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2 VESSEL PRINCIPAL PARTICULARS

NAME OF SHIP SM – 3 - NOORA
TYPE OF SHIP Crew Boat
FLAG United Arab Emirates
PORT OF REGISTRY Dubai, United Arab Emirates
CALL SIGN A6E2032
IMO NUMBER 9820829
GRT (T) 109
NRT (T) 38
LOA (M) 23.80
LBP (M) 22.84
BREADTH (M) 6.80
DEPTH (M) 3.25
SUMMER DRAFT (M) 1.35
CLASS DNV
Name: Al Hail Marine Services LLC.

Address: Office 804, Lamar Tower, 4th Street-E25,
Al Nahyan
Place / Country: Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
VESSEL MANAGER / OPERATOR
Post Code: 26874
DETAILS
Tel: +971 - 549981934
Fax:
E-mail:
REMARKS
1. Overview
The Safety Training Manual is provided in accordance with Regulations 19 and 35 to the revised Chapter III of
the SOLAS Convention as amended, The Master shall ensure that all Officers and ratings read and understand
the contents of this manual as stated in the Company Familiarization Check List. The Training Manual has been
designed to be "Ship Specific" to assist Master, Officers and ratings on board and personnel ashore to become
familiar with the types and whereabouts of all lifesaving and firefighting equipment on board and operation
thereof.
2. Availability
In order to prevent personnel following obsolete/out-of-date systems, procedures or instructions, two controlled
Copies of this manual are held on board each vessel, one in each mess room. The Company Safety Manager
ashore also holds a controlled copy. Unless written permission from the Company is obtained beforehand, no
unauthorized or uncontrolled copies of this manual can be made or circulated.
This manual remains the property of the Company and must not be removed from any vessel or office without
prior permission of the General Manager / Designated Person Ashore.

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3 SOLAS REQUIREMENTS
This section identifies the following to be addressed:
Regulation 19: Emergency Training and Drills
Regulation 35: Training Manual and on-Board Training Aids
Regulation 37: Muster List and Emergency Instructions
3.1 Emergency Training and Drills
This regulation applies to all ships;
Familiarity with safety installations and practice musters Every crew member with assigned emergency
duties shall be familiar with these duties before the voyage begins.
On a ship engaged on a voyage where passengers are scheduled to be onboard for more than 24 hours,
musters of the passengers shall take place within 24 hours after their embarkation. Passengers shall be
instructed in the use of lifejackets and the action to take in an emergency.
Whenever new passengers embark, a passenger safety briefing shall be given immediately before
sailing, or immediately after sailing. The briefing shall include the instructions required by regulations 8.2
and 8.4, and shall be made by means of an announcement, in one or more languages likely to be
understood by the passengers. The announcement shall be made on the ship’s public-address system,
or by other equivalent means likely to be heard at least by the passengers who have not yet heard it
during the voyage. The briefing may be included in the muster required by paragraph 2.2 if the muster is
held immediately upon departure. Information cards or poster or video programmes displayed on ships
video displays may be used to supplement the briefing but may not be used to replace the
announcement.
3.1.1 Drills
Drills shall, as far as practicable, be conducted as if there were an actual emergency.

Every crew member shall participate in at least one abandon ship drill and one fire drill every month. The drill of
the crew shall take place within 24 hours of the ship leaving a port if more than 25% of the crew have not
participated in abandon ship and fire drills on board that particular ship in the previous month. When a ship enters
service for the first time, after modification of a major character or when a new crew is engaged, these drills shall
be held before sailing. The Administration may accept other arrangements that are at least equivalent for those
classes of ships for which this is impracticable.
3.1.1.1 Abandon ship drill
Each abandon ship drill shall include

summoning of passengers and crew to muster stations with the alarm required by regulation 6.4.2
followed by drill announcement on the public address or other communication system and ensuring that
they are made aware of the order to abandon ship.
reporting to stations and preparing for the duties described in the muster list;
checking that passengers and crew are suitably donned;
checking that lifejackets are correctly donned;
lowering of at least one lifeboat after any necessary preparation for launching;
starting and operating the lifeboat engine;
a mock search and rescue of passengers trapped in their staterooms; and
instructions in the use of radio life-saving appliances

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Different lifeboats shall, as far as practicable, be lowered in compliance with the requirements of paragraph
3.1.1.1 at successive drills.
Except as provided in paragraphs below, each lifeboat shall be launched with its assigned operating crew aboard
and maneuvered in the water at least once every three months during an abandon ship drill.
In the case of a lifeboat arranged for free-fall launching, at least once every three months during an
abandon ship drill the crew shall board the lifeboat, properly secure themselves in their seats and
commence launch procedures up to but not including the actual release of the lifeboat (i.e., the release
hook shall not be released). The lifeboat shall then either be free-fall launched with only the required
operating crew on board or lowered into the water by means of the secondary means of launching with
or without the operating crew on board. In both cases the lifeboat shall thereafter be maneuvered in the
water by the operating crew. At intervals of not more than six months, the lifeboat shall either be
launched by free-fall with only the operating crew on board, or simulated launching shall be carried out
in accordance with the guidelines developed by the Organization (refer to Measures to prevent accidents
with lifeboats (MSC.1/Circ.1206)).
The Administration may allow ships operating on short international voyages not to launch the lifeboats
on one side if their berthing arrangements in port and their trading patterns do not permit launching of
lifeboats on that side. However, all such lifeboats shall be lowered at least once every three months and
launched at least annually.
As far as is reasonable and practicable, rescue boats other than lifeboats which are also rescue boats, shall be
launched each month with their assigned crew aboard and maneuvered in the water. In all cases this requirement
shall be complied with at least once every three months.
If lifeboat and rescue boat launching drills are carried out with the ship making headway, such drills shall,
because of dangers involved, be practiced in sheltered waters only and under the supervision of an officer
experienced in such drills (refer to the Guidelines on training for the purpose of launching lifeboats and rescue
boats from ships making headway through the water adopted by the Organization by resolution A.624(15).
If a ship is fitted with marine evacuation systems, drills shall include exercising of the procedures required for the
deployment of such a system up to the point immediately preceding actual development of the system. This
aspect of drills should be augmented by regular instruction using the on-board training aids required by regulation
35.4. Additionally, every system party member shall, as far as practicable, be further trained by participation in a
full deployment of a similar system into water, either on board a ship or ashore, at intervals of no longer than two
years, but in no case longer than three years. This training can be associated with the deployments required be
regulation 20.8.2.
3.1.1.2 Fire Drills
Fire drills should be planned in such a way that due consideration is given to regular practice in the various
emergencies that may occur depending on the type o ships and the cargo.
Each fire drill shall include:

reporting to stations and preparing for the duties described in the muster list required by regulation 8;
starting of a fire pump using at least the two required jets of water to show that the
system is in proper working order;
checking of fireman’s outfit & other personal rescue equipment;
checking of relevant communication equipment;
checking the operation of watertight doors, fire doors, fire dampers and main inlets and outlets of
ventilation systems in the drill area;
checking the necessary arrangements for subsequent abandoning of the ship;

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The equipment used during drills shall immediately be brought back to its fully operational condition and any
faults and defects discovered during the drills shall be remedied as soon as possible.
3.1.2 On Board Training and Instructions
On-board training in the use of the ship’s life-saving appliances, including survival craft equipment, and in the use
of the ship’s fire-extinguishing appliances shall be given as soon as possible but not later than two weeks after a
crew member joins the ship. However, if the crew member is on a regularly scheduled rotating assignment to the
ship, such training shall be given not later than two weeks after the time of first joining the ship. Instructions in the
use on the ship’s fire extinguishing appliances, lifesaving appliances, and in survival at sea shall be given at the
same interval as the drills. Individual instruction may cover different parts of the ship’s life-saving and fire-fighting
appliances, but all the ship’s life-saving and fire-extinguishing appliances shall be covered within any period of
two months.
Every crew member shall be given instructions which shall include but not necessarily be limited to:
operation and use of the ship’s inflatable life rafts;

problems of hypothermia, first-aid treatment for hypothermia and other appropriate first aid procedures;
special instructions necessary for use of the ship’s lifesaving appliances in severe weather and serve sea
conditions; and
operation and use of fire-extinguishing appliances.
On board training in the use of davit-launched life rafts shall take place at intervals of not more than four months
on every ship fitted with such appliances. Whenever practicable this shall include the inflation and lowering of a
life raft. This life raft may be a special life raft intended for training purposes only, which is not part of the ship’s
life-saving equipment; such a special life raft shall be conspicuously marked.
3.1.3 Records
The date when musters are held, details of abandon ship drills and fire drills, drills of other life- saving appliances
and on-board training shall be recorded in such log-book as may be prescribed by the Administration. If a full
muster, drill or training session is not held at the appointed time, an entry shall be made in the log book stating
the circumstances and the extent of the muster, drill or training session held.
3.2 Training manual and on-board training aids
1. This regulation applies to all ships
2. A training manual complying with the requirements of paragraph 3 shall be provided in each crew mess
room and recreation room or in each crew cabin.
3. The training manual, which may comprise several volumes, shall contain instructions and information, in
easily understood terms illustrated wherever possible, on the life-saving appliances provided in the ship
and on the best methods of survival. Any part of such information may be provided in the form of audio-
visual aids in lieu of the manual. The following shall be explained in detail:
Donning of lifejackets and immersion suits, and anti-exposure suits as appropriate;

Muster at the assigned stations;

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Boarding, launching, and clearing the survival craft and rescue boats including, where applicable, use of
marine evacuation systems;
Method of launching from within the survival craft;
Release from launching appliances;
Methods and use of devices for protection in launching areas, where appropriate;
Illumination in launching areas;
Use of all survival equipment;
Use of all detection equipment;
With the assistance of illustrations, the use of radio life-saving appliances;
Use of drogues;
Use of engine and accessories;
Recovery of survival craft and rescue boats including stowage and securing;
Hazards of exposure and the need for warm clothing;
Best use of the survival craft facilities in order to survive;
Methods of retrieval, including the use of helicopter rescue gear (slings, baskets, stretchers), breeches-
Buoy and shore life-saving apparatus and ship's line-throwing apparatus;
All other functions contained in the muster list and emergency instructions;
Instructions for emergency repair of the life-having appliances.
4. Every ship fitted with a marine evacuation system shall be provided with on-board training aids in the use
of the system.
5. The training manual shall be written in the working language of the ship.
3.3 Muster list and emergency instructions
1. The muster list shall specify details of the general emergency alarm and public-address system
prescribed by section 7.2 of the Code and also action to be taken by crew and passengers when this
alarm is sounded. The muster list shall also specify how the order to abandon ship will be given.
2. Each passenger ship shall have procedures in place for locating and rescuing passengers tapped in their
staterooms
3. The muster list shall show the duties assigned to the different members of the crew including:
Closing of the watertight doors, fire doors, valves, scuppers, side scuttles, skylights portholes and
other similar openings in the ship;
Equipping of the survival craft and other life-saving appliances;
Preparation and launching of survival craft;
General preparations of other life-saving appliances;
Muster of passengers;
Use of communication equipment;
Manning of fire parties assigned to deal with fires; and
Special duties assigned in respect to the use of fire-fighting equipment installations.

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4. The muster list shall specify which officers are assigned to ensure that life-saving and fire appliances are
maintained in good condition and are ready for immediate use.
5. The muster list shall specify substitutes for key persons who may become disabled, taking into account
that different emergencies may call for different actions.
6. The muster list shall show the duties assigned to members of the crew in relation to passengers in case
of emergency. These duties shall include:
Warning the passengers;

Seeing that they are suitably clad and have donned their lifejackets correctly;
Assembling passengers at muster stations;
Keeping order in the passageways and on the stairways and generally controlling the movements of
the passengers; and
Ensuring that a supply of blankets is taken to the survival craft.
The muster list shall be prepared before the ship proceeds to sea. After the muster list has been
prepared, if any change takes place in the crew which necessitates an alteration in the muster list,
the master shall either revise the list or prepare a new list.
The format of the muster list used on passenger ships shall be approved.
Details of specifically assigned duties shall be recorded in the Emergency Muster list

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4 PERSONAL LIFE SAVING EQUIPMENT

This section identifies the following aspects to be addressed:
Donning of Life Jackets

Immersion Suits
Thermal Protective Aids

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4.1 Donning Life Jackets
The Donning life jackets carried in this vessel are as follow.
Type Location Quantity
The lifejacket is designed to keep the wearer in a safe floating position, and support the head above the water, a
whistle, intended to draw attention of rescuers, is permanently attached to the lifejacket.
To put on the lifejacket, proceed as follows:
(Insert photographs below)
Where the lifejacket as reflective tapes come right

Tighten the fastener
side
Tie the collar tapes Tie the trunk tapes firmly

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4.2 Immersion Suits
The Immersion suits carried in this vessel are as follow.
Type of Suit Location Quantity
The suits are providing for the rescue boat crew and for persons who may possibly have to jump into the water
during ship abandonment. If all persons evacuate the ship simultaneously the suits should be taken onboard the
survival craft for use against cold and wetness.
If you jump into the sea with the suit, the air in the suit will be pressed out through the face lining. This may cause
a dislocation of the lining and some water may enter the suit. It is thus important to press as much air out of the
suit as possible before you jump.
Even if the suit is damaged and becomes swamped it will render protection as wet suit. It may, however, be
virtually impossible to enter a survival craft with a water-filled suit, even if you are assisted. It may become
necessary to take off the suit or cut it so that water drains from the legs.
In most instances where the suit has become water-filled this has been due to inadequate tightening of the chin
flap or inadequate closure of the zipper. The face lining may feel uncomfortably tight; however, this is necessary
to ensure water-tightness.
Although the suit itself is well insulated, the use of warm clothing underneath will increase survival time. The suit
will float a person on his back and swimming is best performed by backstroke. The suit is provided with retro-
reflective tape in order to facilitate discovery with the aid of searchlight. A hook is arranged in front to facilitate
retrieval. Wear and tear may occur when working on board rubber boats with non-skid floor boards. Therefore,
the immersion suit should be carefully checked after use and if necessary, it should be handed over for
inspection at an approved servicing station.
The immersion suit should be stored in a cold, dark and dry place in temperatures above freezing.
Immersion suit packed. Written instructions Put on the immersion suit from the bottom to the
available within the package top with the assistance of the “handles”
Pull the suit up to the shoulders with head and

Tight the belts and press the clips
hands remain outside the suit

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Lift the hood up to the face using both hands and

Put hands into sleeves till the gloves.
then we pull it down so as to fit properly
Zip the suit up to the top This is the survival position
DONNING NOTICE FOR IMMERSION SUIT

Inert here a copy of the relevant donning notice or notices for the immersion suits carried in this vessel

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4.3 Thermal Protective Aids
A Thermal Protective aid shall be made of waterproof material having a thermal conductivity of not more than
0.25 W (Mk.) and shall be so constructed that, when used to enclose a person, it shall reduce both the convertive
and evaporative heat loss from the wearer’s body.
The Thermal Protective aid shall (See fig. 2.2):
Cover the whole body of a person wearing a lifejacket with the exception of the face. Hands shall also be
covered unless permanently attached gloves are provided.
Be capable of being unpacked and easily donned without assistance in a survival craft or rescue boat.
Permit the wearer to remove it in the water in not more than 2 min, if it impairs ability to swim.
The Thermal Protective aid shall function properly throughout an air temperature range –30°C to +20°C.
4.3.1 Thermal Protective Aid in brief
STOWAGE
Lifeboat-Stow in a watertight container life raft-stow in emergency pack.
UNPACKING
Pull Tabs apart, remove TPA, open out.
REMOVAL IN THE WATER

Loosen drawstring by pressing toggle button and sliding downwards. Remove Hood. Remove arms from TPA.
Swim away.
MAIN PURPOSE / USE

To reduce loss of survivor’s body heat
SWIMMING
Ability to swim in TPA may be impaired. To swim – remove the TPA as instructed above
INSPECTION
Check package for damage.
4.3.2 The Immersion suits carried in this vessel are as follow.
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4.3.3 Donning of Thermal Protective Aids
1. Open TPA and pull over feet ensuring

2. Pull TPA up to chest.
drawstring is at the front.
3. Grasp TPA by hood and bring hand from centre back over head
(Note: if back catches on lifejacket repeat the action. Place hood overhead. Close drawstring by pressing
toggle button and sliding upwards.)

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5 MUSTER LIST AND EMERGENCY INSTRUCTIONS

Muster at the assigned station

Boat Handling Signals
Instructions
Abandon Ship Boat Station
Fire and Emergency Stations
Drill Report
All other functions contained in the muster list and emergency instructions
(Extract from SOLAS Consolidated Edition 2001, Chapter III, Regulation 37.
5.1 Muster at the Assigned Station
FIRE and EMERGENCY

Ringing of the ship’s bell and continuous ringing of general alarm for a period of at least 10 seconds.
ABANDON SHIP
7 short blasts and 1 long blast on the whistle and the same signal on the general alarm bell.
MAN OVERBOARD
Hail and pass to the word man overboard to the bridge.
DISMISSAL
From fire and emergency stations, 3 short blasts on the whistle and, 3 short blasts on the general alarm.
5.1.1 Boat Handling Signals
LOWER BOATS
1 Short blast on the whistle.
STOP LOWERING BOATS

2 Short blasts on the whistle.
DISMISSAL FROM BOAT STATIONS

3 Short blasts on the whistle
5.1.2 Instruction
Entire crew shall familiarize themselves with the location and duties of their emergency stations
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Each crewmember shall be provided with and individual supplementary station bill card which must show
in detail the special duties, to perform.
Entire crew shall be instructed in the performance of their special duties and crew on watch will remain
on watch signal for emergency drill.
Every person participating in the abandon ship drill will be required to wear a life preserve and entire boat
crew shall assist in removing covers and swing out boat.
Emergency squad will assemble with equipment immediately upon the emergency signal.
Person discovering fire shall immediately notify the bridge and fight the fire with available equipment.
Immediately upon the fire and emergency signal fire pumps to be started all watertight doors ports and
air shafts to be closed and all fan’s and blowers stopped. Fire hose to be led out in the effected area as
directed other firefighting equipment to be assembled at scene of fire subject to directions of officer in-
charge.
Upon hearing the signal man overboard throw life ring buoys overboard stop engine and send lookout
persons on the mast. Emergency boat crew consisting of all seaman.
During periods of low visibility all watertight doors and ports below the bulkhead deck shall be closed
subject to the master’s orders.
5.1.3 Abandon Ship Boat Station
No. of Rank No.1 Motor Lifeboat No. of Rank No. 2 Oar Lifeboat
1 1
2 2
3 3
4 4
5 5
6 6
7 7
8 8
9 9
10 10
11 11
12 12
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5.1.4 Fire & Emergency Stations
DECK DEPARTMENT ENGINE DEPARTMENT

No. of Rank No.1 Motor Lifeboat No. of Rank No. 2 Oar Lifeboat
1 1
2 2
3 3
4 4
5 5
6 6
7 7
8 8
9 9
10 10
11 11
12 12
5.1.5 Drill Report
Drill report is attached in appendix 1

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5.2 All Other Functions Contained in the Muster List and Emergency
Instructions
(Extract from SOLAS Consolidated Edition 2000, Chapter III, Regulation 37)
Regulation 37
Muster List and Emergency instructions
The muster list shall specify details of the general emergency alarm signal and public-address system prescribed
by section 7.2 of the Code and also action to be taken by crew and passengers when the alarm is sounded. The
muster list also specifies how to order to abandon ship will be given.
Each passenger ship shall have procedures in place for locating and rescuing passengers trapped in their stare
rooms.
The muster list shall show the duties assigned to the different members of the crew including:
Closing of the watertight doors, fire doors, valves, scuppers, sides cuttles, skylights, portholes and other
similar openings in the ship;
equipping of the survival craft and other life-saving appliances;
preparation and launching of survival craft;
general preparations of other life-saving appliances;
muster of passengers;
use communication equipment;
manning of fire parties assigned to deal with fires; and
special duties assigned in respect of the use of fire-fighting equipment and installations.
The muster list shall specify which officers are assigned to ensure that life-saving and fire appliances are
maintained in good condition and are ready for immediate use.
The muster list specifies substitutes for key persons who may become disabled, taking into account that different
emergencies may call for different actions.
The muster list shows the duties assigned to members of the crew in relation to passengers in case of
emergency. These duties shall include:
warning the passengers;
seeing that they are suitably clad and have donned their lifejackets correctly;
assembling passengers at muster stations;
keeping order in the passageways and on the stairways and generally controlling the movements of the
passengers;
ensuring that a supply of blankets is taken to the survival craft.
The muster list shall be prepared before the ship proceeds to sea. After the muster list has been prepared, if any
change takes place in the crew which necessitates an alternation in the muster list, the Master shall either revise
the list or prepare a new list.
The format of the muster list used on passenger ships shall be approved.

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6 LIFE BOATS AND RESCUE BOATS

1. Lifeboat
General Arrangement (Internal-External)
Launching procedure by free-fall
Launching procedure using falls
Recovery procedure
2. Rescue Boat
Equipment Installation & Arrangement
Lowering procedure
Launching procedure
Recovery procedure
Instructions on Release Hook
3. Life Raft
Launching by manual operation
Automatic detaching
Launching instructions for life raft
Using the Life Raft at Sea
4. Methods and use of devices for protection in launching areas, where appropriate
5. Illumination in launching areas

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6.1 Life Boat - Vessel Specific
6.1.1 Lifeboat details
Where a Life boat is carried, the details should be recorded below:
Boat No 1 2 3 4
Manufacturer
Serial No
Dimensions
No. of Person
Engine Maker
Engine Type
Engine Serial No
Fuel Capacity
The Engine maintenance Manual and Operating instruction book is kept at: _______________________
(Location)
6.1.2 General Arrangement (Internal-External)
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Free-fall Lifeboat should be hoisted by boat davit or platform davit like this (see the figure below), and then
bestowed on its launch ramp properly.
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After the free-fall lifeboat is positioned on the launch ramp by boat davit. It would be suspended at
lashing pillar through release hook by chain.

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Start the boat winch to loosen lifting falls moderately so that the boat can be suspended at lashing pillar
completely through release hook by chain.
Now the boat is reliably secured on the launch ramp.
Boat winch should be started to loosen lifting falls.
Disengage these falls and keep them in stowed position.
The figure below can be referred as an illustration below
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6.1.3 Launching Procedure by Freefall
Confirm the slingers of boat are unconnected with the hooks of the fall block, the aux lashing units are
released.
The crews go aboard and fasten safe belts.
Check whether there are moving objects within the boat and all open holes should be totally enclosed.
Operate the releasing mechanism within the boat to release the release hook.
The lifeboat will launch into water by free-fall along the ramp.
The lifeboat leaves the ship.
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6.1.4 Launching Procedure Using Falls
Start the electric motor of the hydraulic station.

Hang the slingers on both sides of the boat upon the hooks of the fall block respectively.
The crews go aboard.
Operate the releasing mechanism within the boat to release the release hook.
Operate the remote button of the oil cylinders “push out” and the davit arms are pushed to full outboard
position, and then release the handle.
Control the remote button for the winch “wind down” and the lifeboat lowers to sea level, and then
release the handle.

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Unhook the slingers of lifeboat from the hooks of the fall block and stow them in the slingers box.
The lifeboat leaves the ship.
Recover the arms to its stowed position
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6.1.5 Recovery Procedure
Hang the slingers on both sides of the boat upon the hooks of the fall block separately and at the same
time put the release hook of the boat to its home position.
Control the remote button for the winch “wind up”, the lifeboat will be hoisted, as soon as the boat is
hoisted to its setting position release the button to hold the lifeboat.
Operate the remote button of the oil cylinders “pull in”; the davit arm turn into inboard position and the
lifeboat enters into the ramp.
After the lifeboat is at stowed position, release button, then hang on the release hook unit.

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Operate the remote button of the oil cylinders “pull in” till the davit arms recover to its original position.
Separate the slingers of lifeboat from the hook and put the slingers into the slinger box.
Control the button for the winch “wind up” to recover the fall block to its stowed position.
Cut off the power of the electric motor of the hydraulic station, and the ship sails normally.
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6.2 Rescue Boat – Vessel Specific
6.2.1 Rescue Boat details
Where a Rescue boat is carried, the details should be recorded below:
Manufacturer
Type

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Length
Capacity
Engine Maker
Fuel Type
6.2.1 Equipment Installation and Arrangement
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6.2.2 Lowering Procedure
Remove all protection covers

Check whether the appropriate hook has been engaged in the boat suspension.
Press the hoisting button to ensure the drum for winch winding in wire rope. The hoisting buttons
may be depressed till the boat leaves boat supports and there are no any barriers during turning out.

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Board the rescue boat. The turning-out procedure is only allowed with a crew in the boat of maximum
6 persons.
Then two options are available for turning the boat to outboard position:
 From within the boat: pull the ring for slewing;
 From the davit: operation the manual control valve.
Then two options are available for lowering the boat:
 From within the boat: pull the lowering gripe, to start the descend. By releasing the lowering
gripe, stopping is still possible.
 From near the winch: lift the brake lever by hand. Releasing the brake lever, stopping is still
possible. By actuating the brake lever by hand, the boat will lower to water surface depending on
its own weight.
Release the manual hook to detach the rescue boat from the ship.
6.2.3 Launching Procedure
Turn the hand crank of winch to lift the rescue boat (if necessary).
Board the rescue boat.
Pull the RING for slewing to ensure the rescue boat turned to full outboard.
Pull the gripe from the boat for lowering the boat to water level.
Release the hook to detach the rescue boat from the ship.
6.2.4 Recovery Procedure
The recovery of rescue boat is only allowed with a maximum of 6 persons in the boat.
Operator on deck raises the brake counterweight of winch to lower the release hook by gravity.
The release hook will lower till the person on the boat hang on the hook, at this moment, the operator
switches on hoisting button to recover the boat.
When reaching the highest hoisting position, the electric driven hoisting procedure is automatically
stopped by the limit switch on the davit arm.
Then operate the manual control valve for turning the boat inboard, ensure no obstructions block the
path of the boat, the boat will be turned in to stowed position and stopped.
Next the operator on the boat pull the manual remote-control handle (or the operator on deck near
the winch raises counterweight) to slowly lower boat till on the boat supports.
After the passenger disembarks boat, the boat is fixed at its stowed position.
Replace all protection covers.
6.2.5 Instructions on Release Hook
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6.3 Life Raft
6.3.1 Life Raft details
Life Raft 1 Life Raft 2 Life Raft 3 Life Raft 4 Life Raft 5
Location
Manufacturer
Type
Size (Persons)
Emergency Pack
Type
HRU Type
(Including launching stands with hydrostatic release unit)

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6.3.2 Launching by Manual Operation
(In case it is possible to operate the container when the ship is sinking).
Pull out the safety pin.
Draw the knob for manual operation toward you (when type 3 hydrostatic release unit is in use) or make
the handle for manual operation horizontal, turn it 90 degrees.
Draw it toward you (when type 4 hydrostatic release unit is in use).
This causes the trigger comes off.
The container rolls over the launching stand.
Dropping in the sea by its own weight.
NOTE: (Before the operation, it must be confirmed that the loop clutch at the end of the pull line is firmly fitted in
the eye bolt of the launching stand).
Upon its dropping, the pull line is stretched and CO2 gas equipment operates to inflate the life raft rapidly.
In this case, the ship and the raft are connected with the pull line and the painter.
6.3.3 Automatic Detaching
(In case of no time to draw the knob or the handle for manual operation).
With the automatic release mechanism, when a sunken ship reaches a position where the depth of water
is 3.0m, pressure is acted on a diaphragm in the release mechanism and a fetching pin or an O ring
comes off and the container will float on the sea by its own buoyancy.
In this case, as the launching stand sinks together with the ship, the pull line fixed to the eye bolt of the
launching stand is stretched and the CO2 gas equipment operates to inflate the life raft rapidly.
Though the ship and the raft are temporarily connected with the pull line and the painter, a safety line is
attached at the joint of the pull line and the painter and breaks with force of 70-100 kg.
Should there be no time to cut the painter?
Raft can be detached safely from the ship.

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6.3.4 Launching Instruction for Life Raft
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Ensure the automatic painter has been fastened to the cradle.

Secure the painter to the cradle.
Operate the manual release unit and launch the life raft.
Boarding to the life raft by the Jacob’s ladder.
Cut off the painter by the knife.

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6.3.5 Using the Life Raft at Sea
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Righting device
In the event of the raft floating upside down, climb on the part where CO2 gas cylinders are attached and with the
rope of the righting device in hand as shown in Fig. 4, lean backwards so that his weight bears on the back. This
makes the raft turn over easily and holds the right position.

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To get on board the life raft:
When the life raft has been half inflated, it permits persons to get on board one by one from the ship. When
boarding the raft, the canopy is simultaneously spread by itself, enabling the persons to enter it.
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Inflation by means of a bellows:
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Pressure in the buoyancy chamber:

Pressure in the tube is appropriate if light pressure is felt at a push with a hand. When the pressure is found to
high, release the gas through the rubber valve until reaching the proper pressure.
Floating knife
In detaching the raft from the ship, untie the painter or cut it off with a floating knife, which is attached by the side
of the entrance. When there is no enough time to cut it off with the floating knife, a safety line at the junction of
the painter and the pull line will break by itself with a force of 70-100 Kg.
Bailing bucket and sponges:

If much water brakes into the raft, dip it out with the bailing bucket. If little, remove it with sponges.
Buoyant rescue quoit:
It is provided near the entrance of the raft and to be used for the rescue of a person adrift on the sea.
Lanyard:

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The lanyard is a vinyl on rope 8 mm in diameter attached at the same place with the outside life line and is used
for towing with a painter to be found in the valise tied to the loop by the entrance.
Pilot lamp and room lamps:

In a pocket at the left side of each canopy entrance a sea water battery is stored. Take out both batteries and dip
them in the sea water with their seal bands torn off. Then they will operate to turn on the lamps respectively. The
sea water batteries will last about for twelve hours.
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The following picture shows one example of the accessory equipment arranged in the specific bag.

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6.4 Methods and Use of Devices for Protection in Launching Areas, where
appropriate
 If the lifeboats are positioned close to the propeller,

 If outlets from the engine room are placed in way of the lifeboats,
 Or, if the ship’s construction necessitates special instructions
6.5 Illumination in Launching Areas
To facilitate the launching of survival craft during the hours of darkness the following illumination is provided
Light Location Illumined Area Light Switch at
E.g.: Stbd. Lift raft position over side Launch Area Lighting control panel on Bridge
6.5.1 Protection in launching Area
Details should be recorded here concerning any possible obstruction or danger that may inhibit or affect the
launching of rescue boat or survival craft, such as overboard discharges, underwater projections, stabilizers,
rolling bands etc.

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7 SURVIVAL EQUIPMENT
1. Use of Survival Equipment

Lifejackets
Lifebuoys
First-Aid Outfit Tables of Contents
Daylight Signalling Mirrors
Rescue-Signal Table
2. Use of Detection Equipment

Parachute Distress Signal
Rocket Distress Signal Operation
Red Hand Flare with Hand Flare
Self-Activated Smoke Signal: Buoyant Smoke Signal
Self-Igniting Light: Electric Battery Type
3. Use of Radio Equipment

GMDSS Hand Held Radios
Radio Telephone Distress Procedure
Radar Transponder (SART)
Emergency Position Indicating Radio Beacon (EPIRB)
4. Use of Drogues
5. Use of Engine and Accessories

Crankcase
Clutch Case
Lubrication of each part
Emergency Starting of Lifeboat Engine
 Preparation before the engine starting
 Starting Procedure
Usual Operation of Lifeboat Engine
 Before Operation
 Starting
 During Operation
 Stopping

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7.1 Use of all Survival Equipment
7.1.1 Life Jackets
Donning of lifejacket: Please refer to section 4 of this manual.
Additional lifejackets may be available in the lifejacket stowage box located in the vicinity of lifeboats stations.
7.1.2 Lifebuoys lifebuoys
Particular procedure in case of “MAN OVERBOARD” as soon as alarm is given: - (Refer to vessel specific
Procedure for recovery of person from water)
Stop main engine in emergency to prevent man from being injured by propeller.
Put the helm hard the same side as man overboard.
Release lifebuoy with light and smoke signal.
Eventually release lifebuoy with self-igniting lights or other.
Post watchkeeper permanently looking at the man overboard.
Have crew preparing for recovery procedure.
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7.1.2.1 Method of operation:

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The signal operates automatically when lifebuoy is released and has separate ignition system for light and
smoke.
The lights are operated by integral power source and need no maintenance during the product life of 3 years.
7.1.2.2 Manual operation of signal:
On craft where the 5-meter mounting height is unobtainable, it is necessary to mount the signal inboard on the
wheelhouse bulkhead and operate and launch the signal and lifebuoy manually.
Remove retaining clip (see fig. A)
Pull signal down and away from bracket to break fragile head and pull striker lanyards out of signal (See
fig. B) Hold downwind until smoke emission commences. (See fig. C)
Throw lifebuoy and signal into water. Ensure lifebuoy.
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Fig A Fig B
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Fig C

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7.1.3 First Aid Outfit Tables of Contents
Name of Part Quantity

Bandage (w 10 cm)
Bandage (w 5 cm)
Bandage gauze (30 cm x 1 m)
Waterproof adhesive (l 3 m)
Triangular bandage
E dressing packet
Ophthalmic ointment (3.5 g)
Tourniquet
Forceps
Scissors
Safety pins
Splint
Solution mercuro chromi (50 cc)
Anodyne & seductive (20 tablets)
Vaseline gauze (7.5 m x 45 cm x 4)
Haliva ointment (15 g)
Constipation remedies (20 tablets)
Other (as required)

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7.1.4 Day-Light Signaling Mirrors
To grasp the dented position on the corner of daylight signalling mirror by one hand.
To direct the surface of the mirror toward the sun.
To receive the sunbeam through the peephole on the other hand.
To aim at the rescue boat or air planes through the peephole and direct the mirror toward them without
placing one’s eyes on the extension line of the sunbeam between the sun and the peephole.
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7.1.5 Rescue Signal Table
SIGNAL
USE BY DAY
SIGNIFICATION
You are seeing assistance Visual sound signal consisting of 3 individual signals.
will be given as soon as If appropriate the day signals may also give at night and the night signal at
Landing possible day. Repeated signals have the same meaning.
signals for the
guidance of
small boats
This is the best place to Vertical motion Or firing of a Or code letter “K” given by visual or
with crews in
land of a white flag green star sound
distress
or the arms signal  (K) Morse signal
Landing here highly Horizontal Or firing if a Or code letter “S” given by visual or
dangerous motion of a red star signal sound
white flag or  (S) Morse Signal
arms extended
horizontally
Landing here highly Horizontal motion of white flag. Followed by placing of the white flag in the
dangerous. A more ground and the carrying of another white flag in the direction to be indicated.
favourable location to land Or firing a red star signal in the direction towards the better landing place
is in the direction
indicated.
1.  (S) Followed by Code R

2.  (R) Provides a better landing place for the vessel in distress is located more to the light in the
direction of approach
3.  provides better landing place for the vessel in distress is located more to the left on the direction
of approach.
SIGNAL
USE BY DAY
SIGNIFICATION
In general – Affirmative Vertical motion of a white flag or the arms Or firing a green star
Sigemcourse Specifically: Rocket lines signal
of shore life is held tail block is made
fast “Hawser is made fast”
“Man is in the breeches
buoy “Haul away”
In general – Negative Horizontal motion of a white flag of the arms Or firing of a red star
Specifically: extended horizontally signal
“Slack away”
“Avast Hauling”
Signals “Aircraft, vessel or person a) Aircraft circles at low altitude over vessel and increases and decreases
between in distress whether the the noise of its motors. If possible, aircraft fires several green single stars
vessels and area where you can at the sometime.
aircraft render assistance. Follow b) Following this aircraft crosses the vessels course forward of vessels bow
engaged in in the direction indicated at altitude and then flies in the direction it wishes the vessel to follow.
carrying out by me” If possible, it should rock its wings.
rescue
operations
“Your help is not required Aircraft crosses the vessel’s wake at low altitude and increases the noise at
anymore” its motors

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SIGNAL
USE BY NIGHT
SIGNIFICATION
You are see assistance White star signal consisting of 3 individual signals.
will be given as soon as If appropriate the day signals may also given at night and the night signal at
Landing possible day. Repeated signals have the same meaning.
signals for the
guidance of
small boats This is the best place to Vertical motion of a Or firing of a green Or code letter “K” given by
with crews in land white light or flare star signal visual or sound
distress  (K) Morse signal
Landing here highly Horizontal motion Or firing if a red star Or code letter “S” given by
dangerous of a white light or signal visual or sound
 (S) Morse Signal
flare
Landing here highly Horizontal motion of white light or followed by placing of the white light or
dangerous. A more flare in the ground and the carrying of another white light or flare in the
favourable location to land direction to be indicated. Or firing a red star signal in the direction towards
is in the direction the better landing place
indicated.
1)  (S) Followed by Code R
2)  (R) Provides a better landing place for the vessel in distress is located more to the light in the
direction of approach
3)  provides better landing place for the vessel in distress is located more to the left on the
direction of approach.
SIGNAL
USE BY NIGHT
SIGNIFICATION
In general – Affirmative Vertical motion of a white light or flare Or firing a green star signal
Sigemcourse Specifically: Rocket lines
of shore life is held tail block is made
fast “Hawser is made
fast” “Man is in the
breeches buoy “Haul
away”
In general – Negative Horizontal motion of a white light or flare Or firing of a red star signal
Specifically:
“Slack away”
“Avast Hauling”
Signals “Aircraft, vessel or person c) Aircraft circles at low altitude over vessel and increases and decreases
between in distress whether the the noise of its motors. If possible, aircraft fires several green single stars
vessels and area where you can at the sometime.
aircraft render assistance. Follow d) Following this aircraft crosses the vessels course forward of vessels bow
engaged in in the direction indicated at altitude and then flies in the direction it wishes the vessel to follow.
carrying out by me” If possible, it should rock its wings.
rescue
operations
“Your help is not required Aircraft crosses the vessel’s wake at low altitude and increases the noise at
anymore” its motors

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7.2 Use of Detention Equipment
Both the ship and survival craft are equipped with a set of pyrotechnics intended for drawing the attention of
nearby passing ships or aircrafts.
PARACHUTE DISTRESS SIGNAL

ROCKET DISTRESS SIGNAL
(ONE STAR GREEN ROCKET)
(ONE STAR RED ROCKET)
(ONE STAR WHITE ROCKET)
7.2.1 Parachute Distress Signal
Directions: Never direct muzzle to persons
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7.2.2 Rocket Distress Signal Operation
(FOR CRAFT USE) ROCKET DISTRESS SIGNAL
Directions: Never direct, muzzle to persons.
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7.2.3 Red Hand Flare with Hand Flare
DIRECTIONS
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7.2.4 Self-Activating Smoke Signal – Buoyant Smoke Signal
SELF-ACTIVATING SMOKE SIGNAL

BUOYANT SMOKE SIGNAL
(FOR CRAFT USE)
SELF-ACTIVATING SMOKE SIGNAL
DIRECTIONS
Ignition method of Buoyant smoke signal is same.
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7.2.5 Self-Activating Light – Electric Battery Type
SELF-IGNITING LIGHT ELECTRIC BATTERY TYPE
DIRECTIONS
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sea.
CAUTION
MOUNTING METHOD
ILLUSTRATION
REMARKS
Dry batteries must be exchanged for new dry batteries in every year, even in case of non-use.
Dry batteries should be UM-I type and 5 pcs.

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7.3 Use of Radio Equipment
7.3.1 GMDSS Hand Held Radios
The following hand-held transceivers are carried aboard this vessel:
QTY Maker Model S/N Location
Insert here the operating instructions for the SOLAS VHF hand held radios carried aboard this vessel.

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7.3.2 Radio Telephone Distress Procedure
For use ONLY when IMMEDIATE ASSISTANCE is required.
1. Ensure radio telephone is switched ON and Channel 16 is selected.
2. Press Transmit Button and say:
“MAYDAY, MAYDAY, MAYDAY
THIS IS ………………………… (Ship’s Name or Call Sign 3 times)
MAYDAY (Followed by Ship’s Name or Call Sign)
POSITION ………………………………………………….
NATURE OF DISTRESS …………………………………
AID REQUIRED …………………………………… OVER
3.Listen for a reply and if none is heard, repeat the above procedure.
Note: When providing details of aid required, the number of persons requiring aid should be given.

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7.3.3 SART (Radar Transponder)
The following radar transponders are carried in this vessel:
QTY MAKER Type S/N Location
Insert here a copy of the operating instructions for the SART (S) carried aboard this Vessel

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7.3.4 Emergency Position Indicating Radio Beacon (EPIRB)
The following EPIRB’ s is carried in this vessel:
Maker / Type
Model
Stowage
Quantity
Insert here a copy of the operating instructions for the EPIRB (s) carried in this vessel.
Note: WHEN THE EPIRB IS IN ITS BRACKET THE MODE SWITCH MUST BE IN AUTO

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7.4 Use of Drogues
The lifeboat and life-raft are equipped with floating anchors intended for improving the behaviour of the boat or
craft in heavy sea, or to reduce the drifting speed in case of necessary (to keep the boat in the abandon ship area
for instance).
Proceed as follows: (see image below)
The sea anchor is held tied to the outside life line of the raft as illustrated in Fig. 7. It prevents the raft from drifting
by being trailed in the water and maintains a steady position against the direction of waves.
(A spare is to be found in the accessory bag)
Adjust the length of the sea anchor line depending on the state of the sea.
If it is not set such that when the anchor hits the wave crest as the raft hits it, the sea anchor has effect of
stabilizing.
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7.5 Use of Engine and Accessories
Insert drawing/ photo of lifeboat engine with instruction for starting. Operation and routine maintenance.
7.5.1 Crankcase
Remove the oil cap and fill with lube oil up to the upper marking on the dipstick. When checking the oil level,
insert the dipstick completely. (See below images)
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7.5.2 Clutch Case
Remove the oil cap and fill with lube oil up to the upper marking on the dipstick. When checking the oil level, do
not screw the lube oil dipstick on. (See below images)
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7.5.3 Lubrication of Each Part
Lubricate the starting chain and the starting shaft bearing with lube oil before operation. (See below images)
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7.5.4 Emergency Starting of Lifeboat Engine
7.5.4.1 Preparation before the engine starting
In order to keep the engine in top running condition, carry out a regular maintenance check. In this way, small
malfunction can be detected and corrected before they lead to a serious engine failure.
Check the Lub oil level periodically. (Both crankcase and clutch case)
Check the fuel oil level and refill periodically.
Fuel is not injected if air is present anywhere in this system. Unless the fuel tank becomes empty or the
parts are dismantled, it should not be necessary to repeat the air venting procedure.

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AIR VENTING (See below images 1 - 4)

Turn the starting handle up to air is vented from the fuel line according to the following sequences.
Loosen the plug of the fuel strainer, and when double-free fuel comes out, securely tighten the plug.
Loosen the nipples at each end of the fuel injection pipe. Set the speed control lever to HIGH.
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Loosen the delivery valve holder (by about 2 turns), and when bubble-free fuel comes out, securely tighten
the delivery valve holder, and then, after attaching the injection pipe, securely tighten the fuel pump side
nipple.
Now turn the engine with the starting handle about 30 times. Fuel oil is circulated and comes out from the
nipple on the injection valve side. When no more air bubbles are present in the oil, tighten the nipple.
Continue turning the engine until you hear the sound of fuel being injected. This indicates that the air has
been completely vented.
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ATTENTION: -
Start the engine every 10 days in order to check the engine condition or turn the starting handle by hand in order
to lubricate each part, and also further turn the starting handle until you hear the sound of fuel being injected.

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7.5.4.2 Starting Procedure

Open the forelock.
Open the Kingston cock.
Set the speed control level to HIGH and the clutch lever to NEUTRAL.
Raise the decompression lever and turn the starting handle vigorously 5 or 6 times until the flywheel
gains momentum. (See image below)
Release the decompression lever and further turning the starting handle 2 or 3 times.
If the engine is running normally, engage low speed with the clutch and then gradually increase
speed.
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7.5.5 Usual Operation of Lifeboat Engine
7.5.5.1 Before Operation (See image below)
Check the fuel oil lever in the tank and refill if necessary.
Open the fuel cock.
Check the lube oil level in the crankcase and clutch case. Refill up to the upper marking on the
dipstick.
Turn the handle of the lube oil filter on the outlet side several times to the left or right.
Open the Kingston cock.
Turn the starting handle by hand in order to lubricate each part.
Set the speed control lever to HIGH.
Turn the starting handle until you hear the sound of fuel being injected.
NOTE: Fuel is not injected if air is present anywhere in this system. Air enters the system when fuel runs
out and when the fuel injection pump is stripped.
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7.5.5.2 Starting
Set the speed control lever to HIGH.

Raise the decompression lever and turn the starting handle vigorously five or six (5 or 6) times until
the flywheel obtains momentum.
Release the decompression lever and further turning the starting handle firmly.
Warm up the engine at 600-700 rpm speed without no load at least 10 minutes.
7.5.5.3 During Operation (see image below)
Check that cooling water is coming out of the cooling water pipe outlet.
Check the lube oil pressure warning indicator (OIL SIGNAL) to see that the oil signal is BLUE.

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7.5.5.4 Stopping
Set the speed control lever to STOP position.

Close the fuel cock.
Close the Kingston cock.
Stop the engine at the compression stroke by turning it with the starting handle until resistance is felt.
Do not use the decompression lever. At this position, the intake and exhaust valves are closed,
protecting the cylinder and valve seats from moisture.
NOTE: In cold weather, drain off the cooling water to prevent freezing; (See below images)
Close the Kingston cock and drain off the water from inside the engine through the drain cock which
is attached to the water jacket cover.
Loosen and remove the cooling water pump intake & outlet pipes drain off the water from inside the
pipes, then turn the engine several times with the starting handle to discharge the water from inside
the cooling water pump.
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8 ABANDONING SHIP
1. Abandoning the Ship

Action in the Water
Boarding the Raft from the Water
Getting an Injured Man into the Raft
Righting a Capsized Raft
Righting a Capsized Raft with Water Trapped in the Canopy
Surviving Aboard the Liferaft
Threat all Injuries
Initial Situation in the Liferaft
Preservation of Body Heat
Leadership and Morale
Establish the Routine
 Outside
 Inside
Water Use
Use of the Sea Anchor or Drogue
2. Hazards of exposure and the need for warm clothing
3. Best use of the survival craft facilities in order to survive

Keep the survival craft afloat
Prevent and treat health hazards
Get the best chance of being rescued
4. Medical Emergencies at Sea

The ABCs Come First
 Airway
 Breathing
 Rescue Breathing
Bleeding
 Treatment of Bleeding
 Pressure Points
 Tourniquets
 Internal Bleeding
 Symptoms
 Immediate Treatment
 Additional Treatment for Bleeding

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Shock
 Symptoms of shock
 Treatment
Secondary Survey
 The Vital Signs
 Pulse
 Temperature
 Respirations
 Blood Pressure
 Request for Medical Assistance
Onboard Treatment
 General First Aid Rules
When to Administer Oxygen
Cold Related Injury

 Hypothermia
 Stages of Hypothermia
 Precautions during Rescue from Water
 Treatment
Transporting the Injured
 General Procedure
 Litters and Stretchers
 Manual Carriers
First Aid Kit Supplies
 Instruments and Equipment

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8.1 Abandoning the Ship
Records show that many ships sink in less than 15 minutes. This affords little time to formulate a plan of action,
so careful pre-planning is essential to be ready in an emergency. Here are some sound pointers for you to
remember when abandoning ship:
 Put on as much warm clothing as possible, making sure to cover head, neck, hands and feet.
 If an immersion suit is available put it on over the warm clothing.
 If the immersion suit does not have inherent flotation, put on a lifejacket and be sure to secure it
correctly.
All persons who know that they are likely to be affected by seasickness should, before or immediately after
boarding the survival craft, take some recommended preventive tablets or medicine in a dose recommended by
the manufacturer. The incapacitation caused by seasickness interferes with your survival chances; the vomiting
removes precious body fluid, while seasickness in general, makes you more prone to hypothermia.
Avoid entering the water if possible, e.g. board davit-launched survival craft on the embarkation deck. If davit-
launched survival crafts are not available, use over-side ladders, or if necessary lower yourself by means of a
rope or fire hose.
While afloat in the water, do not attempt to swim unless it is to reach a nearby craft., a fellow survivor, or a
floating object on which you can lean or climb. Unnecessary swimming will pump out any warm water between
your body and the layers of clothing, thereby increasing the rate of body heat loss. In addition, unnecessary
movements of your arms and legs send warm blood from the inner core to the outer layer of the body. This
results in a very rapid heat loss. Hence it is most important to remain as still as possible in the water, however
painful it may be. Remember, pain will not kill you, but heat loss will!
The body position you assume in the water is also very important in conserving heat. Float as still as possible
with your legs together, elbows close to your side and arms folded across the front of your lifejacket. This position
minimizes the exposure of the body surface to the cold water. Try to keep your head and neck out of the water.
Try to board a lifeboat, raft, or other floating platform or object, as soon as possible in order to shorten the
immersion time. Remember you lose body heat many times faster in water than in air. Since the effectiveness of
your insulation has been seriously reduced by water soaking, you must now try to shield yourself from wind to
avoid a wind-chill effect (convective cooling). If you manage to climb aboard a lifeboat, shielding can be
accomplished with the aid of a canvas cover or tarpaulin, or an unused garment. Huddling close to the occupants
of the lifeboat or raft will also conserve body heat.
Keep a positive attitude of mind about your survival and rescue. This will improve your chances of extending your
survival time until rescue comes. Your will to live does make a difference!
8.1.1 Action in the Water
Avoid staying in the water for one second longer than you need to. Body heat will be lost to the surrounding water
more rapidly than it can be generated. This leads to hypothermia (cold exposure), unconsciousness and death.
Wearing extra clothing will help delay the start of hypothermia.
Get into the liferaft as soon as possible. When you are in the water, whether or not you are in a liferaft, try to stay
near the boat. It may not sink and you may be able to reboard. If it stays afloat, searches will be able to spot it
more easily than they can spot you. Staying close to the boat also keeps you closest to the position reported in
your distress call.

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If you cannot get into a liferaft, do not swim aimlessly; swimming increases heat loss. Remain as still as possible
using flotation to keep you high in the water. Heat loss occurs much faster in water than in air, so the more of
your body you can keep out of the water the better. Now is the time to inflate the external bladder on your
exposure suit by means of the mouth tube. You may be able to get on top of floating debris (a lifebuoy, even a
dead body) to help keep you out of the water.
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If you don’t have an exposure suit, use the H.E.L.P. (heat escape lessening posture) technique. If your exposure
suit or PFD has a whistle attached, use it to attract attention. You may not be visible but using the whistle will
enable you to let others know where you are. If you have taken the time to prepare a personal survival kit, you
may have other signalling devices that will boast your chances of rescue. Use them wisely.
If possible, form a group with other survivors in the water. There is safety in numbers, and a group is more easily
located and more likely to maintain morale. Hudding together will also decrease heat loss.
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8.1.2 Boarding the Raft from the Water
Boarding a life raft from the water without help is hard. Pull yourself in head first using the boarding ladder and
lifelines at the raft entrance to get your upper body abroad.
It may help to bob down and use the buoyancy of your PFD or exposure suit to help lift you out of the water.
Once your upper body is on the buoyancy tube, there should be internal lifelines to help you pull yourself all the
way in. Try to pull yourself in with the boarding ladder and lifelines rather than the canopy, which could be torn by
your weight.
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8.1.3 Getting an Injured Man into the Raft
If one of your crewmates is injured and unable to help himself abroad the raft, pull him in carefully to avoid
aggravating his injuries. Hood him so he is facing the raft until you get his upper body aboard.
Pulling him in with his back to the raft could harm him if he has a back injury. Once his hips are resting on the
buoyancy tube, gently turn him until he is on his back and pull him into the raft. Keep him lying on his back until
you have determined the extent of his injuries.
8.1.4 Righting a Capsized Raft
One person can easily right a capsized raft if it is done soon enough, before the canopy fills with water. Swim to
the side marked Right Here. If there is no marking, go to the side with the CO2 cylinder. Manoeuvre the cylinder
side of the raft so that it is downwind, then reach up and grab the righting strap. Start by pulling yourself up onto
the raft. It may help to keep your feet out as if swimming. If this doesn’t work, try putting your feet or knees into
the external lifelines to help you pull yourself up on the raft. Some rafts may right while you are climbing onto
them. If not, stand on the very edge, where the CO2 cylinder is located. Lean back with all your weight and pull
on the righting strap.
If the canopy is clear of the water, the raft will begin to follow you. If the raft is large, it will land on top of you
unless you spring backwards just as the raft begins to right.
If the raft does land on top of you, don’t panic. The bottom of the raft is soft and flexible, and your head will form
an air pocket. Stay face up, catch a breath of air and pull, yourself out from underneath. If you try to swim out
face down, your PFD or exposure suit could get hung-up and make it difficult for you to get free
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8.1.5 Righting a Capsized Raft with Water Trapped in the Canopy
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If the inverted canopy fills with water, the raft will be more difficult to right. Put as many people as you can on the
righting strap and try to pull it over. If you still can’t right it, you may have to cut a hole in the non-vulnerable part
of the canopy, taking care not to deflate the canopy on the raft.
8.1.6 Surviving Aboard the Life-raft
If your boat is still afloat, remain secured to it unless fire or some other danger means that you must cut the
painter. There are two good reasons for remaining attached to your boat.
It may not sink, and as long as it remains afloat it is a potential form of shelter. If it sinks in shallow
water, it may serve as an anchor for the life raft.
Staying close to your boat keeps you closest to your distress position and makes easier to spotboth
visually and on the radar.
If you decide to cut the painter, use the safety knife stowed near the entrance. Its curved blade is designed to
avoid accidental damage to the raft.

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Distress flares and rockets should be used sparingly, and only where there is a likelihood of their being seen. If
they are sighted by a searching aircraft it may be some time before rescue is at hand, but your location will be
known.
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8.1.7 Threat all Injuries
You must assess and treat serious injuries in accordance with the procedures outlined in the Medical
Emergencies at Sea chapter, with one exception. You cannot perform the chest compressions required for
cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) because of the soft floor of the raft. A suggested method of performing
chest compressions is to place the victim on his back, on top of another crewman. The man on the bottom wraps
his arms around the victim’s chest, locks his hands and performs the chest compressions as if he is giving a bear
hug. Where crewmen are recovered from the water apparently drowned, mouth-to-mouth rescue breathing
should be started immediately and continued until help arrives, or you are too exhausted to continue. In cold
water (below 70 degrees F), near-drowning victims have been revived after being submerged for as long as an
hour because of a body response known as the mammalian diving reflex. It is the same response that enables
whales and seals to remain underwater for long periods. Don’t give up on a near-drowning victim.

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8.1.8 Initial Situation in the Life-raft
Immediately after abandoning ship and gaining the shelter of a life-raft, survivors are likely to be cold, wet,
exhausted, and suffering from varying degrees of shock. Mental and/or physical let-down leading to collapse is
likely at this stage, but you must maintain your self-control and your will to live if you are going to survive.
At this point, you will be faced with multiple problems and you must decide the order in which you deal with them,
Inventory and shelter are high priorities. You must be sure that all survivors have found the life-raft, and make it a
real shelter by insulating it against the cold. You must treat serious injuries and seek to prevent seasickness.
And, you should examine the equipment and supplies carried aboard the life-raft, and read the instructions for
their use. If there are enough.
8.1.9 Preservation of Body Heat
Remember that cold is the greatest killer. Every attempt should be made to pump or ball out the life raft, and to
dry out the interior by using the sponges provided in the survival pack, extra clothing, etc. If your clothing is wet,
remove it, wring it out as dry as possible and put it back on. In general, clothing should be shared among
survivors, but take special care of the sick and injured. Waterproof or windproof clothing should be made
available to those on lookout duty in the open.
Once the life-raft has been dried out as much as possible, make every effort to raise the body temperature of the
survivors. This is vital in cold weather or when survivors have had prolonged immersion in the water. Keeping dry
also helps guard against immersion foot (also known as trench foot).
Close the canopy entrances, inflate the floor and have the survivors huddle together for warmth. The body heat of
the occupants will raise the temperature inside the raft and maintain it. Tests in sub-zero temperatures have
shown that the temperature inside a life-raft can be raised to 60 degrees F inside an hour.
8.1.10 Leadership and Morale
Good leadership and high morale are crucial for survival. Good leadership creates high morale, and the leader
must take on the responsibility of keeping the other survivors as organized, calm and comfortable as possible.
The vessel’s officer will normally be the leader aboard the life-raft, unless he is injured or missing. In some
survival circumstances, however, unlikely leaders emerge. The leader should be the person who is the best
physical and emotional shape to establish priorities and maintain morale. If you are in charge, it is important for
you to communicate with other survivors. You must reassure them and assess who is best able to carry out vital
tasks. Do everything you can to reduce fear and panic. Use the materials in the life-raft to show the survivors that
there is shelter, means of signalling, water and food. Try to establish a sense of companionship and a firm but
positive level of discipline. If you must deal with someone who has lost his emotional control, don’t let him disrupt
the rest of the crew. It may help to give him an aimless task. One survival instructor suggests rigging a fishing line
with a weight but no hook (which might tear the raft), throwing the weighted end over the side and instructing the
man to catch a fish.
While the leader has the greatest responsibility, each survivor must strive to maintain a positive attitude and carry
out the tasks, which he is assigned. The survival of the group depends on each man’s contribution, and it is here
that preparation and training pay off. A man who has foreknowledge of survival procedures and can focus his
mind on constructive tasks is much more likely to make a positive contribution than one who has only his panic
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8.1.11 Establish the Routine
The discipline of a routine not only helps ensure that vital tasks get done, but helps focus attention on the positive
work of survival. The following suggestions should help you establish a routine:
Assign one-hour watches in pairs, with one man on duty outside and one man on duty inside.
8.1.11.1 Outside
Look for ships, survivors, aircraft and useful wreckage.

Flash the signalling mirror all around the horizon when there is sunshine. Someone else can see your
mirror before you can see them.
Look for land. At night, listen for surf.
8.1.11.1 Inside
Maintain the life-raft (bailing, drying, ventilation, etc.)

Attend to injury victims.
Maintain equipment.
Keep rations.
Keep the minds of the survivors occupied during waking hours, but don’t overdo it. Avoid unnecessary work.
8.1.12 Water Use
Your body is about 70 percent water. Maintaining your body’s water balance is a prime requirement for survival.
Remember that water is a higher priority than food. You can probably live for weeks without food, but your
survival will be measured in days if you have no water. Because the digestion of food drains needed water from
your body, don’t eat if you have no water. Every bit of water you conserve, even perspiration, increases your
survival time. While conserving water is vital, however, so is maintaining enough physical strength to cope with
the ordeal of survival. Survival experts recommend that you begin drinking rationed quantities of water soon after
boarding the liferaft, the amount depending upon how much you have been able to bring abroad. They suggest
drinking one half of the daily ration at a time, rather than sipping very small quantities.
Thirst may be reduced, by chewing on gum, or practically anything else. However, this relief does not reduce the
body’s need for water. Drinking seawater will exaggerate thirst, promote after loss through the kidneys and
intestines, and shorten your survival time.
Under conditions of lack of water, urine is too toxic to drink and will also cut down your survival time. Alcohol will
promote heat loss through the skin and water loss through the kidneys.
Drinking alcohol under the conditions of lack of water is suicidal. Lash down all gear so that in case the raft
capsizes or is swamped, nothing is lost. If a metal radar reflector has not been supplied, metal paddles can be
used to reflect radar signals, but a raft is never a good radar target. Recovering survivors in a raft usually
depends on visual sighting.
Never waste your distress signals, flash light batteries, etc. Distress signals should only be used with the
permission of the leader, and only when there is a reasonable chance that they will be seen. Use the whistle and
shout in thick weather.

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8.1.13 Use of the Sea Anchor or Drogue
Your life-raft should have a sea anchor or drogue, which is used to reduce the rate of drift away from the distress
position, and thereby reduce the likely search area. A spare drogue is usually stowed with the other equipment. It
is essential to use the drogue continuously hence the drogue and its line should be inspected frequently. By
varying the point of attachment, the drogue can be used to alter the position of the raft openings relative to the
seas. The drogue can thus help you gain more shelter, or better ventilation.
If both drogues in the life-raft have been lost, every attempt should be made to jury-rig another using whatever is
available on the raft, for example: paddles tied to lifejackets, discarded clothing or a pair of trousers with legs tied
and the waist held open. You may be able to use a section of the raft canister if it has been retained. Or, a
temporary drogue can be made using two buckets and a heaving line. With the bight of the heaving line inboard,
make each end fast to the handle of a bucket (and around the bucket, for safety), and pay out one bucket on
each bow.
Until recently, life-raft drogues have not been rigged with tripping lines, although such lines are now being
installed on Coast Guard approved rafts. If there is no trip line and you need to increase your rate of drift (to clear
obstacles to reach a landfall, for example), the life-raft must be hauled up to the drogue, which must then be
removed from the water.
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The drogue or sea anchor should be deployed automatically when the raft inflates. It is essential for reducing
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8.2 Hazards of Exposure and the need for Warm Clothing
It is now well known and admitted that during a disaster at sea, most lives are lost by hypothermia which is
actually a loss of body heat, resulting from exposure. The expected survival time for a person in water can be
indicated by the table below: -
SEA TEMPERATURE MAXIMUM TIME OF SURVIVAL
10 ºC 3 hours
15 ºC 7 hours
20 ºC 16 hours
25 ºC 3 days or more
It is therefore very important to proceed as follows, in case of emergency. Before abandoning ship, if there is
time.
Put an extra clothing, as many as possible

Put on gloves, socks, windbreaker and waterproof cloth
Put lifejacket over the lot
Supply extra blankets in the survival craft, when flooding in the water, awaiting rescuer
Don’t swim, don’t move, don’t waste energy
Just keep floating
Gather with other survivals and keep as close as possible to each other. Once onboard the survival craft
Don’t waste energy
Close all openings
Arrange shelters against the weather
Start working up temperature in raft through body heat
Distribute evenly extra clothing and blankets.
8.3 Best use of the Survival Craft Facilities in order to Survive
The equipment supplied in various types of survival craft have been designed to provide assistance to survivors,
who will have to face 3 kinds of difficulties:
Keep the survival craft afloat

Prevent and treat health hazards
Get the best chance of being rescued
For each task, following equipment will be available on board the survival craft.
8.3.1 Keep the Survival Craft Aloft
Sea anchor and storm oil

Manual pump (lifeboat only)
Repair outfit (lifeboat only) Balers and buckets
Topping up pump or bellows (life-raft only)

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8.3.2 Prevent and Treat Health Hazards
Food ration
Fresh water tanks
Dipper and graduated drinking vessel
First-aid outfit in watertight case
Jack knife with tin-opener
Set of fishing tackles
Anti-sea-sickness tablets
Exposure cover
8.3.3 Get the best chance of being Rescued
Following equipment could enable survivors to navigate the lifeboat in an attempt to reach the shore or a busy
shipping route:
Set of oars and crutches
Engine (motorized lifeboat only)
Rudder
Masts with sails
Compass in binnacle
Following equipment should be used to increase the chance of being detected:
Lamp with oil and matches (lifeboat only)
Masts with orange sails (lifeboat only)
Pyrotechnic signal
Waterproof electric torch with batteries
Daylight signalling mirror
Whistle
Cover of highly visible colour (lifeboat only)
Portable radio apparatus.
8.4 Medical Emergencies at Sea
8.4.1 The ABC’s Come First
The ABCs stand for AIRWAY, BREATHING and CIRCULATION (heartbeat).
Gently shake the victim’s shoulders and shout to see if he is conscious (1)
If you are alone, call for help.
Position the victim on his back on a hard, flat surface. A victim with suspected neck injuries who is lying
on his stomach needs his neck stabilized as you roll him on his back.

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8.4.1.1 Airway
If the victim does not respond, tilt the head and lift the chin to clear the tongue out of the airway (2)
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One Person: give 2 rescue breaths after 15 chest compressions at the rate of 60-80 compressions per
minute.
8.4.1.2 Breathing
If the victim is not breathing, clear the mouth and throat of any foreign matter.
Seal the victim’s mouth with yours.
Give two successive full-lung breaths (“huffs”) into the victim’s mouth within five seconds (4)
Check to see if the victim’s chest rises or falls.
Check the victim’s carotid pulse at the neck (5). If there is a pulse continue rescue breathing at the rate of
12 times per minute (once every 5 seconds).
If there is no pulse, remove obstructive clothing from the victim’s chest.
Feel for the lower end of the breastbone with 2 or 3 fingers (6)
Place the heel of one hand just above your fingers, so that the heel rests on the lower half of the
breastbone (7). Place the other hand on top of the first. Keep your arms straight (8)
Compress the breastbone straight down 1½ to 2 inches (for adults) (9)
 Call for help
8.4.1.3 Rescue Breathing

Look to see if the chest or stomach is rising or falling.
Listen for the sound of breathing (3)
Feel for exhaled air against your cheek.
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Remove your mouth slightly from the victim’s mouth after each breath (7). Observe the victim’s chest and
abdomen to see if he has started breathing (8). Let him exhale passively (9).
If the victim is not breathing but has a pulse, give mouth-to-mouth rescue breathing.
8.4.2 Bleeding
Control of gross bleeding is an urgent matter. Arterial bleeding from a major blood vessel can cause the victim to
bleed to death in a very short time. Rapid loss of as little as 1 quart of blood can cause shock.
Bleeding from veins or capillaries may scare you even when it isn’t an urgent priority. It is important to be able to
recognize gross bleeding.
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Arterial bleeding – blood is bright red and gushes forth in jets or spurts in rhythms with the victim’s heartbeat. It
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Bleeding from veins – blood is dark red and bleeds in steady flow.
Capillary bleeding – blood is also dark red and oozes from the wound.
8.4.2.1 Treatment of Bleeding
Use the palm of your hand to apply direct pressure over the wound.
Use a thick pad of cloth as a dressing between your hand and the wound. It should be sterile, or at least
as clean as possible. Use clothing if nothing better is available.
Raise injured arms or legs to a level higher than the heart unless movement will cause further damage
(in the case of fractures, for example).
Never remove the dressing even if it becomes blood soaked. Instead, add another dressing on top of the
first one and continue applying direct pressure and elevating the part.
A pressure bandage can replace direct hand pressure on most body parts. Center the bandage over the
dressing, wrap the ends around the body part and tie the knot directly over the dressing.
After bleeding has been controlled with a pressure bandage, check frequently for swelling and other
indications of excessive pressure.
Be sure the pressure bandage has not become a tourniquet. Warning signs for excessive pressure include
swelling next to the bandage site, numbness to touch, sensation of pins and needles, the limb becoming white or
purple, and pain beyond the site of the injury.
Direct pressure is effective in stopping the bleeding from nearly all wounds. It almost always eliminates
the need for a tourniquet.
Check frequently for signs of excessive pressure.
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8.4.2.2 Pressure Points

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Using pressure points is a temporary means of controlling gross bleeding until a pressure bandage can be
applied. Pressure points are specific areas where an artery passes over a bone and a pulse can be felt.
Use pressure points in combination with direct pressure and elevation. A conscious victim can apply pressure to
his own wound so that you can attend to other injuries or treat other victims.
Pressure is always applied between the wound and the heart.
8.4.2.3 Tourniquets
Remember:
A tourniquet is NEVER put on unless the bleeding is so severe that it cannot be stopped by any other means.
Direct pressure by hand will control bleeding in nearly all cases. If it doesn’t, a tourniquet may be a last resort for
saving the victim’s life. A tourniquet can only be used on an arm or leg and represents a trade-off WW probable
loss of the limb in an attempt to save the life.
Steps in Applying a Tourniquet
Place the tourniquet just above the wound, if the wound is in a joint, put the tourniquet just above the joint
(1).
Use a wide band so it doesn’t cut into the tissue.
Apply a pad over the artery to be compressed (2).
Take two tight wraps around the limb and tie an overhand knot (3).
Pace a short, strong bar on the overhand knot and tie a second overhand knot above it (4).
Twist the bar until the bleeding stops, no tighter.
Secure the bar in place (5).
Record on the victim’s forehead the time when the tourniquet was applied (6).
Don’t loosen the tourniquet until a doctor tells you to.
Treat the victim for shock and get medical attention immediately
A victim wearing a tourniquet should be evacuated.
IMAGE – Steps in Applying Tourniquet
Only compress the carotid artery in dire emergencies, where all other attempts at controlling severe
bleeding have failed. (Usually only necessary in a neck wound causing disruption of the artery, itself).
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Never exert pressure on carotid arteries on both sides of the neck at the same time.
8.4.2.4 Internal Bleeding
Internal bleeding is not always obvious. Suspect it if the victim has suffered a hard fall or a heavy blow to the
body.
Symptoms
Vomit that looks like “coffee grounds”.

Coughed-up blood that is bright red or bubbly.
Paleness.
Rapid, hard-feel pulse.
Light headedness and restlessness.
Thirst.
Confusion.
Dizziness, weakness, fainting.
Immediate Treatment
Check the ABCs.

Treat for shock.
Seek medical advice.
Do not give the victim anything to eat or drink.
Look for injuries such as broken bones which may have caused the bleeding.
Stay calm, and reassure the victim.
Additional Treatment for Bleeding
Shock is always present in victims who have lost blood. Even if the symptoms of shock are not visible, treat for it
as a preventive measure. In all cases of bleeding, keep the victim quiet to assist blood clotting. Don’t move the
victim unless it is absolutely necessary. If you must move him, handle him gently. Keep the injured part elevated
as long as doing so doesn’t cause further injury or pain. Keep him as comfortable as possible.
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8.4.3 Shock
Shock is a serious condition that may cause death. It is caused by reduced blood supply to body parts and
tissues.
The victim should be checked for shock symptoms whenever there has been an injury or serious illness. Only the
ABCs and treatment of gross bleeding should have priority over the emergency care of shock.
The signs of shock may not appear until the condition is severe. You should always presume that shock may be
present and treat it in a preventative manner. Some degree of shock occurs in almost all injuries.
8.4.3.1 Symptoms of Shock
Pulse rapid and weak, usually over 100 heartbeats per minute.
Low blood pressure.
Rapid, shallow breathing.
Eyes glassy or lack-lustre, pupils dilated.
Skin and lips pale and bluish-grey.
Clammy sweat.
Nausea and vomiting.
Thirst.
The victim may be restless or anxious and excited, becoming confused, finally unresponsive.
The victim may faint if sitting or standing
8.4.3.2 Treatment
It is much easier to prevent shock than to treat it after it has developed. The treatment that can be administered
by non-professionals is limited. Nevertheless, there are vital measures that can be taken to prevent shock, or to
minimize its effect:
Check the ABCs.

Eliminate the cause. For example, restore breathing, control bleeding, seek to alleviate pain.
Keep the victim lying down with his feet raised to maximize circulation to the heart and brain. Exceptions
to the rule are:
 Neck and back injuries. In these cases, the victim should not be moved until he is prepared for
transport.
 Victims who are suffering facial injuries that involve bleeding or fluid loss. Such victims should be
positioned on their stomachs with their heads turned to one side to minimize breathing complications.
Keep the victim warm but not hot. Use blankets under and over his body to maintain normal body
temperature.
Continue to observe the victim. Check the ABCs and note any worsening of the condition.
Reassure the victim.
Seek medical advice by radio. (MAC).
In general, don’t give the victim anything by mouth until you get the doctor’s okay. If you are in a remote
area and must treat the victim for an extended period of time without professional advice, water may be
administered to a conscious victim.
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8.4.4 Secondary Survey
Once you have checked the ABC’s examined the victim for gross bleeding and provided preventative
care for shock, you have coped with the immediate threats to life. Now you can catch your breath and
collect yourself before making a secondary survey to determine the full extent of the victim’s injuries. Use
the following list to guide the examination. If there is enough help, have someone begin writing down
what you find, and changes in the victim’s condition.
Be alert to possible injuries to the neck or spine. If you suspect neck or spine fractures or other serious
injuries to the victim’s back or neck, do not move him unnecessarily. Go on with the secondary evaluation
but be careful to keep the victim absolutely still, with his head and neck in alignment.
If the victim is conscious, talk to him. Ask him what is wrong. Tell him that you’re going to examine him.
Reassure him. Continue to talk to him at each stage of the examination. Ask him what hurts as you
examine his body.
Use your fingers to examine his neck, head and face, taking care not to move the head in case of a neck
injury. Examine his eyes. Look for discharge at the nose or ears.
Slip your hands underneath his lower back and examine upwards to the shoulder blades. You are feeling
for injured areas, and should look at your hands after each step in the examination to see if they have
come in contact with blood or other warning signs.
Place your hands along each side of his chest and lightly compress the chest and sternum to check for
injuries there.
Use your fingers to press lightly on each of the four abdominal quadrants to detect damage to internal
organs.
Lightly press the hips together, press down at the hip crests and on top of the pelvic bone.
Slide your hands along the insides of his legs up to the groin. Check your fingers for blood, urine or
faeces. The latter indicate loss of bladder or bowel control.
Feel each leg and foot, test for equal strength by having him push against your palms with his feet.
Feel shoulders, arms and hands. Have him squeeze your fingers to test for equal grip. Don’t be shy in
making the secondary survey. This is no time to be afraid to touch your crewmate. You are looking for
things that don’t feel right-wounds, fractures, a spongy spot on the skull, areas that cause the victim pain
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Up to this point, unless there has been gross bleeding or problems with the ABCs, you still haven’t begun
treatment. You haven’t moved him, put on a bandage or called the Port Authorities. You are still trying to compile
information that will help you seek professional advice, call for an evacuation or treat the victim yourself.
8.4.4.1 The Vital Signs
These are key indicators that will help medical professionals evaluate the victim’s condition. There are four vital
signs:
Pulse rate;
Respiration rate;
Temperature;
Blood pressure.
In the event of any serious illness or injury, the vital signs should be checked frequently (every5- 10 minutes) and
noted down, together with the time of notation. Changes in the vital signs tell the professional who is trying to
assess the situation by radio whether the victim is getting better or worse. To take vital signs, you need a watch
with a second hand, a thermometer and a blood pressure cuff and stethoscope. Chances are you have never
used the latter, but they represent a minimal investment that should be a part of each vessel’s first-aid-kit. A
medical professional can teach you to take a blood pressure reading in a few minutes.
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8.4.4.2 Pulse
Pulse measures the heart rate. Pulse is most easily felt at the carotid artery on either side of the neck
(illustration). Because the carotid artery is large and close to the heart, the carotid pulse is usually the last to
disappear. On a conscious victim, the rapid pulse at the wrist may be more convenient:
Place your middle finger over the victim’s artery on the thumb side of the wrist.
Move your finger and press lightly until you find the pulse beat.
Don’t use your thumb because it has its own pulse.
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8.4.4.3 Temperature
Body temperature measures the balance between heat production and heat loss. You can use an oral
thermometer if the victim is conscious and alert. Use of a rectal thermometer is more accurate and gives medical
professionals a better indication of what is wrong with the victim in certain cases. Don’t use an oral thermometer
if the victim is unconscious, if his mouth is dry, parched of inflamed, if he is restless, delirious or irrational, or if
there is a danger that he may bite the glass tubing. For treating hypothermia, a rectal thermometer that measures
body core temperatures to as low as 70 degrees F, is strongly recommended. A normal, household thermometer
reads down to just 92 degrees F, and is much less effective. A good first-aid-kit should include all three. To take
an oral temperature, use a sterile thermometer and shake the mercury down to about 96 degrees F. Place it
under the victim’s tongue and have him close his lips tightly without biting. Leave it in for 3 minutes before
removing and reading. Normal mouth temperature is 98.6 degrees F. Readings below 95 degrees or above 105
degrees represent critical temperatures. To take a rectal temperature, select the proper thermometer and
lubricate the tip with case line or K-Y jelly. Insert the tip about 1½ inches into the rectum and hold it in place for 3
minutes. Wipe the thermometer free of jelly before reading. Normal rectal temperature is 99.6 degrees F.
8.4.4.4 Respirations
Respiration measures the number of breaths per minute. The normal respiration rate is 14 to 20 breaths per
minute (count one breath, each time the victim breathes in and out). To get an accurate rate, it is best to count
respiration when he is unaware that you are doing so.
8.4.4.5 Blood Pressure
Blood pressure readings measure the force blood exerts on the walls of the blood vessels during each heartbeat.
A reading of 120/80 is generally considered normal for a healthy adult. The first figure represents the pressure
when the heart is pumping, and the second figure represents the pressure when the heart is at rest. Slight
variations are insignificant, but large changes or fluctuations are important to monitor. To be fully prepared for a
medical emergency, your first-aid- kit should be equipped with a blood pressure cuff and stethoscope, and a
member of the crew should get a lesson in how to use one. That crewman can then teach the rest of the crew
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8.4.4.6 Request for Medical Assistance
With the results of primary and secondary victim examinations and the vital signs, you are ready to request
medical assistance.
8.4.5 Onboard Treatment
8.4.5.1 General First Aid Rules
Although each injury or illness presents its own special problems, there are some general rules that apply to most
situations.
Treat the immediate threats (ABCs, gross bleeding and shock), first.
Excessive bleeding and lack of breath or heartbeat are so important that, if possible, one person should
apply direct pressure to stop the bleeding while another administers CPR.
Move the victim no more than absolutely necessary. You may have to remove clothing to determine the
degree of injury. Rip or cut it if you have to, and be careful not to disturb the victim greatly or to irritate the
injury, especially in the case of fractures. Leave enough clothing on the victim to keep him warm.
Unless you must move the victim to get him out of the danger, keep him lying still with his head level with
the rest of his body until you determine the nature and seriousness of his injuries. The following problems
represent exceptions to this rule and require different positions. If the victim is most comfortable in a
different position, let him be the judge. For example, a victim with rib fractures may be most comfortable
lying on the injured side.
Keep the victim as comfortable as possible, and reassure him. Restoring his confidence is essential.
Avoid allowing the victim to see the extent of his injuries.
Don’t touch open wounds or burns with your fingers or other unsterile objects unless sterile dressings are
unavailable and it is absolutely necessary to stop the bleeding.
Don’t attempt to give an unconscious victim anything by mouth.
In transporting an injured victim, carry him feet forward except when you must raise him up an incline.
This will enable the rear carrier to watch the victim for breathing difficulties or other problems.
Keep the injured person warm enough to maintain normal body temperature.
In most situations, you will not be called upon to do very much for an injured person. Very serious and
mutilating injuries may require heroic first-aid efforts on your part, but most cases require only that you
use good judgement and self-control.
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8.4.6 When to Administer Oxygen
When breathing is impaired during medical emergencies, the patient usually requires some method of artificial
breathing assistance. However, some patients may have illnesses or accidents which require high concentrations
of oxygen – as in heart attacks, shock, severe burns, heavy loss of blood, or extreme breathing difficulties, it may
be necessary to administer oxygen in order to save the patient’s life.
Many vessels carry medical oxygen supplies. However, many have industrial oxygen as part of a welding system.
The question that arises is whether the crew of a vessel can use this industrial oxygen for medical emergencies.
Most shore-side medical professionals would answer no, since the oxygen is not medical grade and would be
administered by untrained personnel.
Another serious concern is fire hazard created by increased levels of oxygen in enclosed spaces. If a crewman
administering oxygen decides to light a cigarette, the result could easily be a disastrous fire.
All available options must be considered in a life-threatening emergency, however, and circumstances aboard
vessels are far different than they are ashore. An accident victim may have to remain abroad for many hours or
even days. Shock, heart attack, carbon monoxide poisoning and other traumas may kill or permanently disable a
victim who might otherwise fully recover with oxygen therapy. Guidance is usually available from MAC through
radio contact.
To administer oxygen effectively, some crew-members should have received prior training in resuscitation and
the use of oxygen equipment.
8.4.7 Cold Related Injury
8.4.7.1 Hypothermia
Stages of Hypothermia
Hypothermia occurs when a person has been in cold water or cold air long enough for body temperature to be
lowered dangerously. Wetness and wind-chill compound the problem.
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Precautions during Rescue from Water
If you don’t know whether the victim is in the advanced stages of hypothermia, use a conservative approach and
assume that it may be advanced. Rescue attempts should be made in such a way as to limit the amount of
exertion by the victim. Even small amounts of physical activities by the victim produce further heat loss and
worsen the condition. A crewman wearing an exposure suit and safely line should be ready to go into the water to
assist with the rescue. Handle the victim gently. Rough treatment could cause his heart to stop. Keep the victim
in a horizontal position to prevent shock.
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Treatment
The victim’s body temperature will continue to drop even when he is no longer exposed to the elements. Call the
Port Authorities for professional advice and possible evacuation. While you wait for instructions, administer the
following first-aid to the victim immediately.
Check the ABCs Administer CPR if necessary. If the victim is breathing and you can feel his pulse, gently
transfer him to a warm place.
Treat the victim gently. Jostling may cause an irregular heartbeat and worsen his condition. Do not
massage him or manipulate his extremities.
Remove or cut away wet clothes with a minimum of movement. Keep him as dry as possible.
Place an unconscious or semi-conscious victim in a level, face-up position. If vomiting occurs, turn his
head to one side to clear the airway. Continue observing the ABCs.
Stop further heat loss. For example, put victim in a plastic garbage bag with a hole cut for his head. A
garbage bag makes an excellent protective device to keep the victim out of the heat-robbing wind.
Find a heat source or heat donor. Placing the victim nude in a sleeping bag with another person is a
gentle technique that warms the victim gradually. Gently and gradually apply warmed objects wrapped in
towels (hot water bottles, chemical heat packs, even warmed rocks), to the groin, chest, neck, and head.
Be careful not to cause skin burns. Re-warming must be slow to avid a shock to his system that could
cause his heart to stop.
If available, have the victim breathe warm, moist air or oxygen.
Don’t give him coffee or alcohol. Unconscious or semi-conscious victims should be given nothing to eat
or drink. A conscious, clear-headed victim who has stopped uncontrolled shivering may be given warm
fluids.
Keep his temperature even during transport.
Treat for shock. Do not leave the victim alone in case delayed reactions occur.

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8.4.8 Transporting the Injured
Safe transport of the injured is essential in order to prevent further injury.
Choosing the proper method of transporting a seriously injured victim is as important as any other first-aid
procedure. The victim’s life may depend on the manner in which you move him after the injury.
Don’t move the victim unnecessarily. If you must move him, use a backboard.
8.4.8.1 General Procedures
Whenever possible, use a litter, stretcher or backboard to transport seriously injured victims, especially those with
suspected neck or back injuries. Manual carries should be used only to get a victim away from immediate danger
such as fire, or to move a slightly injured victim a short distance.
Take the stretcher to the victim, don’t move the victim to the stretcher. Make him comfortable and
cover him. Be gentle.
Perform essential first aid before moving the victim. The list includes:
Check the ABCs.

Control gross bleeding.
Treat for shock.
Wounds dressed/fractures immobilized.
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8.4.8.2 Litters and Stretchers
Stokes Litter:
Excellent for shipboard use and may be equipped with flotation gear and hoist attachments for air evacuation. Be
aware that the Port Authorities will only hoist a victim in a litter provided by the rescue helicopter. Don’t ready a
victim for helicopter evacuation in your own litter or you’ll just have to change him when the chopper arrives.

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Using the Stokes Litter:
Place two blankets lengthwise so that one extends down each leg. Use a third blanket folded in half in the upper
part of the stretcher to pad the head and shoulders. Centre a fourth blanket across the litter to use for covering
the victim. Lower the victim into the litter gently. Cover him and secure him in place using web straps over the
chest, hips and knees.
Improvise Litters:
If you have to improvise a litter, always test it before you place the victim on it and try to raise him.
Chair Litter:
This method requires two people and a chair. It is valuable for transporting victims through narrow passageways
or small doors.
Stretchers:
Always test a stretcher using someone who weights as much as the victim before using it for real. The bearers
should work together making each move in unison at the command of a leader.
Use three bearers to lift the victim, while a fourth helps lift and moves the stretcher under him. If there are
suspected injuries to the neck, back of pelvis, move the victim only when it is absolutely essential. Lift such a
victim only high enough to slide the stretcher under him.
Secure the victim using webbing, line or tape. Be extremely careful in securing a victim who has to be passed
across the rail or vertically through a hatch or up a stairway. When the victim is secured, the bearers take
positions at his foot, head and on both sides at the middle.
On command, all bearers lift in unison. The middle bearers help support the stretcher while the person at
the foot turns around so that his back is to the victim. On level surfaces, the victim is always carried feet-
first so the person at the head can watch for breathing complications or other problems. If the victim
must be raised upstairs or up through a hatch, he is passed head -first. On command, the bearers should
step off in unison. The bearers at the foot and sides of the stretcher use their left foot first, while the
bearer at the head uses his right foot first. This prevents the stretcher from swaying.

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8.4.8.3 Manual Carriers
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Pack-strap Carry - If the victim is on a bed or in a chair, this carry is convenient. The victim’s arms are brought
across the shoulders taking care that they are well up, i.e., that his armpits rest on the shoulders of the rescuer.
His arms are then crossed in front and grasped firmly.
Drag Carry – One rescuer method for hauling an unconscious victim of a short distance. First the victim’s hands
are tied, then placed behind the rescuer’s neck.
Blanket Drag – The victim is placed on a blanket and moved by pulling on one end of the blanket. This method is
used when the victim is unconscious and has injuries which for bid handling or lifting by stretcher.
8.4.9 First Aid Kit Supplies
8.4.9.1 Instruments and Equipment
Note: For prescription medicines, consult your medical supply vendor.

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9 METHODS OF RETRIEVAL
1. Method of Rescue by Using Aircraft such as Helicopter
Rescue Sling
Rescue Basket
Rescue Net
Rescue Litter
Rescue Seat
2. Line Throwing AppliancesF
Directions for Use

The Ignition System
Caution for Usage

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9.1 Method of Rescue by Using Aircraft such as Helicopter
A helicopter may be used to supply equipment and/ or rescue or evacuate persons.
The radius of helicopter action usually varies between 50 and 200 nautical miles from base and lifting
capacity between one and more than 15 persons depending on the size and type of aircraft.
Certain rescue-operations will involve risks for the helicopter crew. Therefore, it is essential in each case
to evaluate the seriousness of the situation and the ascertain the need for helicopter assistance.
In supplying equipment, a helicopter normally comes to a hover over a cleared space and lowers the
equipment by means of its winch cable. Personnel on deck need only unhook the cable.
During rescue operations, a helicopter normally uses a special device for hoisting or lowering persons.
Large helicopters frequently lower a member of their own crew aboard the ship for assisting in the
disembarkation procedure and in the use of the equipment. For the evacuation of persons the end of the
hoisting cable may be provided with one of the following means;
 a rescue sling;
 a rescue basket;
 a rescue net;
 a rescue litter;
 a rescue seats.
9.1.1 Rescue Sling
The most widely used means for evacuating persons in the Rescue sling. The rescue sling is suited for
the purpose of quickly picking up persons, but it is unsuitable for patients. Rescue slings are known by
several names and come in slightly different shapes and configurations. (See image below)
Slings may be made of webbed belted material like that used in parachute harnesses. The sling is put on in much
the same way as one puts on a coat, ensuring that the loop of the sling is passed behind the back and under both
armpits. The person using the sling must face the hook. Hands should be clasped in front as shown. One must
not sit in the sling, nor should the sling be unhooked.
Some helicopter units use the double lift method which consists of normal rescue sling, and a seating
belt manned by a helicopter crew member. This method is suitable for pick-up from the water or the deck
or incapacitated persons, not wounded badly enough so that a litter must be used. The helicopter crew
member puts the person into the sling and conducts the hoist operation.

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9.1.2 Rescue Basket
The use of the Rescue basket does not require any special measures. The person to use the basket merely
climbs in, remains seated and hold on.
Rescue Basket
9.1.3 Rescue Net
The rescue net has a conically shaped “bird cage” appearance and is open on the side. The person to use the
net merely enters the opening, sits in the net and holds on.
Rescue Net

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9.1.4 Rescue Litter
Patients will in most cases be disembarked by means of a Rescue litter. Notwithstanding a ship’s litter may be
available in most cases, the evacuation of patients should normally be done in a special litter provided by the
helicopter. To this litter, bridles are fitted, and it can quickly and safely be hooked on and off, for which purpose a
suitable hook is attached to the hoisting cable. Even if the transfer of the patient from the ship’s own stretcher to
the litter provided by the helicopter is painful, it should be preferred to a risky evacuation in a litter which is not
suited for the purpose.
Rescue Litter
9.1.5 Rescue Seat
The Rescue seat looks like a three-pronged anchor with flat flukes or seats. The person to be hoisted merely sits
astride one or two of the seats and wraps his arms around the shank. This device can be used to hoist two
persons at once.
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A direct radio link should be established between ship and helicopter. However, an exchange of
information and instructions about rendezvous positions etc. may be established through shore based
radio stations. When the helicopter is equipped with a suitable direction finder, there is also the possibility
of identifying a ship and a homing on her by making use of the ship’s radio transmission on an agreed
frequency.
 Radio communication with designated aircraft should normally be possible on, 2182 Khz, or the VHF
frequencies 156.8 Mhz and 156.3 Mhz.
 Ships may communicate with aircraft for safety purposes, on. 3023 Khz, 5680 Khz,121.5 Mhz, 123.1
Mhz, 156.3 Mhz, 156.8Mhz and 243 Mhz.
The position of the ship, as well as the course and speed to the rendezvous position should be given in
the fullest possible detail, and further the local weather situation and particulars about how to identify the
ship from the air.
Also, information should be submitted of the identification means to be used, such as flags, orange smoke
signals, spotlights, daylight signaling lamps or heliograph.
A clear stretch of deck should be made available as a pick-up area, if possible, and marked out with a
large letter “H” in white. During the night, the ship should be illuminated as brightly Masts, funnels, etc.
Care should be taken that such illumination will not blind the helicopter pilot.
IN LARGE SHIPS THE PICK-UP AREA SHOULD BE AT THE LEEWARD SIDE OF THE VESSEL.
In addition to the removal of obstacles one should bear in mind the strong air-current caused by the
helicopter. Clothing or other objects lying about should be cleared away or secured.
Under certain circumstances the helicopter pilot may prefer a deck space other than the one prepared for
disembarkation. If the decks of the ship do not offer a suitable place, the helicopter may be able to lift a
person from a lifeboat or a liferaft, secured on a long painter.
Cases have occurred of liferaft being overturned by the down draught from the helicopter. It is therefore advisable
for all persons in a raft to remain in the center of the raft until they are about to be lifted.
Portable fire-fighting equipment for oil fires should be stationed near to disembarkation space. Also, if
possible, the fire-fighting pump should be started and hoses should be connected and kept in readiness.
For better identification from the air and also for showing the direction of the wind to the helicopter pilot,
flags and pennants should be flown.
All crew members concerned as well as the person to be evacuated wear life-jackets. This precaution
may be abandoned only when it would cause unjustifiable deterioration of the condition of the patient to
be transferred.
Care should be taken that the patient does not wear loose clothing or headgear.
On no account should the lifting device on the end of the winch cable be secured to any part of the ship
or become entangled in the rigging or fixtures. Ship’s personnel should not attempt to grasp the lifting
device unless requested to do so by the helicopter.
Even in this case a metal part of the lifting device should first be allowed to touch the deck in order to avoid
possible shock due to static electricity.

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When helicopter hoisting is to be done from carriers of flammable/ explosive cargo or in the vicinity of a
flammable mixture spillage, the hoisting must be grounded clear of spillage or the carrier’s tank venting
area in order to preclude a possible fire or explosion from an electro-static discharge.
The helicopter pilot will want to approach the ship in such a way that the helicopter will hover into the
relative wind and with the pilot’s side (starboard) closest to the ship as he approaches. If the helicopter is
to approach in the usual manner, from the stern, the ship should maintain a constant speed through the
water and keep the wind 30º on the port bow. If the hoisting area is some area of the ship other than the
stern, the ship should keep the wind 30º on the starboard bow.
A free flow of air, clear of smoke, over the hoisting area is desired. These procedures may be modified on
instructions from the pilot if communications exist.
Generally, personal belongings should not be taken along. Loose gear can become entangled in the
hoist cable or, worse yet, become sucked up into the helicopter rotors with disastrous effects.
The following hoisting signals may be used:
DO NOT HOIST Arms extended horizontally, fingers clenched, thumbs down.
HOIST Arms raised above the horizontal, thumbs up.
If a survivor must give the hoisting signal himself, he should raise only One arm to prevent slipping out of
the sling.
9.2 Line Throwing Apparatus
9.2.1 Directions for Use
Carefully study the description of the equipment and the directions for usage given below to ensure proper
functioning of the equipment:
Remove a rocket from the packing case and pull out the attached wire and Tail cords thereby breaking
the seal.
Do not pull with excessive force and ensure that the wires are kept short-circuited to avoid any haphazard ignition
due to stray currents.
Hold the Launcher horizontally and insert the rocket at the near end of the Launching Tube, then push
the rocket, using the provided pushrod, into the tube distance of about 30 cm until the rocket stop, and
add one push, then the stopper engages the rocket. The guide pins on the fore end of the rocket should
be positioned away from the slot in the upper part of the Launching Tube.

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IMAGE – ROCKET CHARGING
Engage the clamp spring of the rocket wire with the slide plate into the provided slot and channel on the
launcher tube. Ensure that the wires are not being tangled or twisted during this operation. (See below
image)
IMAGE – BACK PART OF LAUNCHER
Confirm that the Safety switch (See description of ignition system) is in the “OFF” position, and connect
each wire of the Ignition Cord to each of the Tail Cords of the rocket. Ensure that a proper connection is
made to avoid faulty operation.
Attach the connecting fittings at the top end of the rope to the fore end of the launcher tube (See below
image), and ensure that the rope is positioned so as to run out freely when the rocket is fired, and without
possibility of getting caught in any obstacles during uncoiling from the box as the rocket flies. The bottom

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end of the rope should be attached to a fixed object close to the firing position. Preferably the rope should
be suspended vertically above the box, when the rocket is fired.
IMAGE – TOP PART OF LAUNCHER
Position the launcher tube on the shoulder (See below image), take careful aim towards the object, and
proceed as follows. (See description of ignition system):
IMAGE – TOP PART OF LAUNCHER

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STEPS RESULTING ACTION
Set safety switch to ON position Connection made between rocket and condenser
circuit, arrested by S2 open.
Depress Charging Switch for at least 3 seconds
Condenser being charged from batteries
before firing.
Keeping Charging Switch depressed activate Firing Condenser discharges through Rocket firing cord.
switch The Rocket fires.
Release Firing and charging switches and turn safety
Ignition system deactivated.
switch to “OFF” position.
NOTE:
1. The tail cord should be kept short-circuited whenever not in use.

2. Don’t push the firing switch after turning the safety switch “ON” except firing.
3. When shooting the rocket, no one stay at least 3 meters behind the launcher.
9.2.2 The Ignition System
This safest and most reliable S-type ignition system works with two 9 volts layer dry batteries as its power
sources. The available life of the batteries depends on the working frequency and the custody conditions. But it is
advisable to charge old batteries for new one at least once two years even if it is not used. Concerning the size of
the working batteries, the following table contains the names of some available once on the market.
Japan USA Britain Germany Switzerland

Burgess Berec
JISIECNEDA Everyday Ray-O-Vac Leclanche
Petrix
006P 6F22 1604 216 1604 2U6 PP3 438 57185
IMAGE – IGNITION SYSTEM WIRING

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IMAGE – IGNITION SYSTEM
9.2.3 Caution for Usage
The rocket should be fired from the appropriate place, lest the rocket should smash or scratch any
obstacles, as it run out in very high speed.
The rope should be checked before use, lest the upper rope should entangle with the lower one on
shooting, particularly at the corner of the box, and if necessary, correct the position of the rope. (See
below image)
IMAGE
If the rope should break due to friction, entanglement or unusual tension, the rocket will fly straight to
about 450 meters away.
If the rocket should not be ignited despite proper operation, turn off the safety switch and leave the
launcher quietly for three minutes where no obstacles are found in front of the launcher. Then, release
the tail-cord, make the short-circuit and push the rocket by the push rod from back, and take out the
rocket from the front of the Launcher.

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IMAGE

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10 EMERGENCY REPAIR OF LIFE SAVING APPLIANCES
Instructions for emergency repair of the life-saving appliances
10.1 Instructions for Emergency Repair of the Life-Saving Appliances
Emergency repair of inflatable life raft:
Dry perfectly and clean the spot to be repaired.

Apply rubber cement in the repair outfit with a brush to the repairing spot and to patch. Make three
applications of the rubber cement. Each subsequent application shall be made after the previous one
being thoroughly dried.
When the rubber cement is dried up, stick the patch to the repairing spot.
On completion of the sticking, rub the patch with a spatula from the centre toward the periphery so as to
remove air between the two surfaces.
Reference is made to the instruction manuals for the lifeboats and life-raft.

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11 ABANDON SHIP TRAINING PROCEDURE

1. Purpose
The purpose of this training procedure is to:
define proper actions and measures to be taken in case of such an emergency

Help all involved personnel for the proper preparation, execution and follow up of a drill
2. Scope
This procedure applies for the execution of all drills and related emergencies of that type
3. Responsibilities
Responsible for the proper implementation of this procedure is the Chief Officer under the supervision of the
Master. For detailed responsibilities per rank during such an emergency please refer to section 4 of this
procedure and relevant Emergency Checklist.
4. Abbreviations
SOLAS: International Convention of Safety of Life at Sea

ECL: Emergency Checklist
GCL: Guidance Checklist
5. Drill Frequency / Regulations
At least monthly or within 24 hours after departure if more than 25% of the crew has been changed,
as per paragraph 2.
SOLAS 2001, Regulation III/19.3.3
6. Drill Records Upkeeping and Filing
Safety Drills Report (Monthly)

Official Log Book
See paragraph 5 of this procedure and check with relevant Guidance Checklist
7. Emergency Checklist to be used
Abandon Ship
Also available at the end of procedure
8. Issue History
Initial Issue – June 2017
9. Drill Preparation
Reading of this procedure

Drill Preparation Checklist of this procedure to be used at Master’s discretion
10. Drill Execution
Weekly as per Marshal Islands Regulations

Use relevant Emergency Checklist and responsibilities section of this procedure

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11. Drill Follow Up
Evaluation of Drill using relevant form (to be used at Master’s Discretion)

Arrange for any additional training as may be required for any of the participants
12. Contents
Introduction
Guidance for Drill Implementation
Text of Applicable Regulations
Responsibilities during Emergencies
Drill Follow up
Additional Instructions
Guidelines on Safety During Abandon Ship Drills Using Lifeboat
11.1 Introduction
The Company is committed in providing all adequate resources and support related with the safe operation of
Company’s managed vessels to sea personnel. Within this range the Company has developed this Training
Procedure which together with the information provided in the Company’s Emergency Response Plan, relevant
Emergency Checklist and Guidance Checklist, shall support sea personnel in responding at any time in such kind
of emergency situation.
This Training Procedure defines and establishes guidance and instructions to sea personnel for appropriate
actions during incidents by the time of initial notification till the final settlement, while also describes the activities
and responsibilities of the appropriate personnel required for the quick and effective response to such situation.
11.2 Guidance for Drill Implementation
11.2.1 General
The Master is responsible to implement on board, the Company’s “Annual Drill Program” (refer to relevant
Company’s form) in order to ensure the proper respond of sea staff to emergency situations.
11.2.2 Guidance for Abandon Ship Drill Implementation
In each abandon drill, training officers must ensure the following:
Crew members and passengers (if applicable) proper mustering to the stations
Proper use of alarms and public addressor.
Proper reporting to stations and preparing for the duties described in the muster list.
All crew members and passengers (if applicable) are suitably dressed.
All life jackets are correctly donned.
Proper preparing of life boat for lowering and crew boarding
Starting and operating the life boat engine.
Search and rescue of any passengers missing from the mustering.
Instructions for the use of all lifesaving appliances (life jackets, radio communications, life boat
equipment demonstration, etc.).

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11.3 Text of Applicable Regulations (SOLAS)
Chapter III Regulation 19
This regulation applies to all ships.

Familiarity with safety installations and practice musters (this paragraph has no application to this
emergency procedure)
11.3.1 Drills
Drills shall, as far as practicable, be conducted as if there were an actual emergency.
Every crew member shall participate in at least one abandon ship drill and one fire drill every month. The drills of
the crew shall take place within 24 hours of the ship leaving a port if more than 25% of the crew have not
participated in abandon ship and fire drills on board that particular ship in the previous month. When a ship enters
service for the first time, after modification of a major character or when a new crew is engaged, these drills shall
be held before sailing. The Administration may accept other arrangements that are at least equivalent for those
classes of ships for which this is impracticable.
11.3.1.1 Abandon ship drill
Each abandon ship drill shall include:
summoning of passengers and crew to muster stations with the alarm required by regulation 6.4.2
followed by drill announcement on the public address or other communication system and ensuring that
they are made aware of the order to abandon ship;
reporting to stations and preparing for the duties described in the musters lists;
checking that passengers and crew are suitably dressed;
checking that lifejackets are correctly donned;
lowering of at least one lifeboat after any necessary preparation of launching;
starting and operating the life boat engine;
operation of davits used for launching liferaft;
a mock search and rescue of passengers trapped in their staterooms; and
instruction in the use of radio life-saving appliances.
Different lifeboats shall, as practicable, be lowered in compliance with the requirements of above described at
successive drills.
Except as provided in paragraphs 3.3.4 and 3.3.5, each lifeboat shall be launched with its assigned operating
crew aboard and maneuvered in the water at least once every three months during an abandon ship drill.
In the case of a lifeboat arranged for free-fall launching, at least once every three months during an abandon ship
drill the crew shall board the lifeboat, properly secure themselves in their seats and commence launch
procedures up to but not including the actual release of the lifeboat (i.e., the release hook shall not be released).
The lifeboat shall then either be free-fall launched with only the required operating crew on board, or lowered into
the water by means of the secondary means of launching with or without the operating crew on board. In both
cases the lifeboat shall thereafter be maneuvered in the water by the operating crew. At intervals of not more
than six months, the lifeboat shall either be launched by free-fall with only the operating crew on board, or
simulated launching shall be carried out in accordance with the guidelines developed by the Organization (Refer
to Measures to prevent accidents with lifeboats (MSC.1/Circ.1206)).
The Administration may allow ships operating on short international voyages not to launch the lifeboats on one
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side. However, all such lifeboats shall be lowered at least once every three months and launched at least
annually.
As far as is reasonable and practical, rescue boats other than lifeboats which are also rescue boats shall be
launched each month with their assigned crew aboard and maneuvered in the water. In all cases this requirement
shall be complied with at least once every three months.
If lifeboat and rescue boat launching drills are carried out with the ship making headway, such drills shall,
because of the dangers involved, be practiced in sheltered waters only and under the supervision of an officer
experienced in such drills. *
If a ship is fitted with marine evacuation systems, drills shall include exercising of the procedures required for the
development of such a system up to the point immediately proceeding actual deployment of the system. This
aspect of drills should be augment by regular instruction using the on-board training aids required by regulation
35.4. Additionally, every system party member shall, as far as practicable, be further trained by participation in a
full deployment of similar system into water, either on board a ship or ashore, at intervals of no longer than two
years, but in no case longer than three years. This training can be associated with the deployments required by
regulation 20.8.2.
Emergency lightening for mustering and abandonment shall be tested at each abandon ship drill.
Fire drills (this paragraph has no application to this emergency procedure)
On-board training and instructions (this paragraph has no application to this emergency procedure)
11.3.2 Records
The date when musters are held, details of abandon ship drills and fire drills, drills of other life- saving appliances
and onboard training shall be recorded in such log-book as may be prescribed by the Administration. If a full
muster, drill or training session is not held at the appointed time, an entry shall be made in the log book stating
the circumstances and the extent of the muster, drill or training session held.
* Refer to Guidelines on training for the purpose off launching lifeboats and rescue boats from ships
making head way through the water adopted by the Organization by resolution A.624(15).

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11.4 Responsibilities during Emergencies
11.4.1 Officers of the Watch
Sound abandons ship signals & call the Master

Fix ship’s position
11.4.2 Radio Officer
Sound “MAYDAY” signal with position
11.4.3 Chief Engineer
Main Engine stopped and propeller secured

Overboard discharges stopped especially in way of craft launch areas.
11.4.4 Chief Steward
Extra blankets, water, food, etc. to craft (if time permits)
11.4.5 Chief Officer
Run out painters from boats if applicable

Lower boats/ life crafts to water
11.4.6 Bosun
Run out painters from boats if applicable

Lower boats/ life crafts to water
11.4.7 Master
 Report to the Office
11.4.8 Drill Follow Up
Upon completion of the drill the Chief Officer under Master’s supervision is responsible for the following:
Check that all required items listed in the relevant Guidance Checklist (refer to “Guidance for Abandon
Ship Drill Checklist”) have been satisfied
Evaluate the status of readiness and performance of crew during the drill and complete accordingly, the
relevant “Drills Evaluation Report”
Arrange for any additional training required for any of the participants
Update and complete the following records:
 Safety Drills Report

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 Official Log Book
11.4.9 Additional Instruction
Instruct Participants for the following:
At the sound of the lifeboat alarm stop working immediately and secure your working place.
Everyone shall immediately proceed to his or her assigned lifeboat station brining along his or her life-
vest.
Put on or bring along warm clothing and footwear. If time allows it to take your identification papers etc.
with you.
Upon arrival at the lifeboat station report immediately to the lifeboat commander and wait his instructions.
Upon instructions from the lifeboat commander carry out your assigned tasks immediately and correctly,
as you have learned during exercises.
Lifeboat is not to be entered while it is still cradled in the davits, unless you are ordered to carry out
launching preparations.
DO NOT enter lifeboat without orders.
Lifeboat to be lowered to “embarkation” deck where additional equipment will be stored in the lifeboat
before embarkation may take place (if required and if enough time is provided).
Enter the lifeboat when ordered by the Lifeboat Commander. Follow his instructions.
If the lifeboat is covered, DO NOT sit down by the entrance hatches, but move to the center of the
lifeboat if you are among the first to embark.
If the lifeboat is equipped with seat belts, strap yourself in as soon as you have found your place. DO
NOT move around the lifeboat after embarkation unless you have duties to carry out.
All vessels shall have on board enough life-raft capacity to cover the entire complement in accordance
with SOLAS 78. The life-raft shall be arranged in such a way that they are easy to launch, and shall be
equipped with hydrostatic release mechanisms. When the life rafts are ashore for overhaul it is
necessary to ensure that the release mechanisms are correctly reinstalled in accordance with the
manufacturer’s instructions on the life rafts’ cover.
NOTE: Remember that the release mechanisms may be different from vessel to vessel.
Vessels measuring 70 meters or more from bridge to forecastle shall have a life-raft for at least 6 persons located
at the forecastle.
While awaiting embarkation DO NOT move around unless ordered to give a hand with the preparation of
the lifeboat, as this will make it difficult for the lifeboat commander to make a proper head count to make
sure that everyone is present and accounted for.
Should be deemed necessary to move into another lifeboat for abandonment the lifeboat Commander’s
orders must be strictly obeyed.
If your designated lifeboat station is inaccessible the persons assigned to this lifeboat should assemble
as close to it as conditions allow and await further orders from the Captain or Lifeboat Commander.
Remember that only the captain issues the order for abandonment. In his absence, the chief officer will
take the command.

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11.5 Guidelines on Safety During Abandon Ship Drills Using Lifeboats
(As per IMO MSC. Circ. 1206, also refer to SMM-02 for reference to IMO MSC. Circ. 1205)
11.5.1 General
Introduction
It is essential that seafarers are familiar with the life-saving systems on board their ships and that they have
confidence that the systems provided for their safety will work and will be effective in an emergency. Frequent
periodic shipboard drills are necessary to achieve this.
Crew training is an important component of drills. As a supplement to initial shore-side training, on board training
will familiarize crew members with the ship systems and the associated procedures for use, operation and drills.
On these occasions, the objective is to develop appropriate crew competencies, enabling effective and safe
utilization of the equipment required by the 1974 SOLAS Convention. The time limits set out in SOLAS for ship
abandonment should be considered as a secondary objective when conducting drills.
Drill Frequency
Experience has shown that holding frequent drills furthers the goals of making the crew familiar with the life-
saving systems on board their ships and increasing their confidence that the systems will work and will be
effective in an emergency. Drills give the crew opportunity to gain experience in the use of the safety equipment
and in co-operation. The ability to cope with an emergency and handle the situation, if the ship needs to be
abandoned, needs to be well rehearsed. However, frequent crew changes sometimes make it difficult to assure
that all on board have had the opportunity to participate in drills if only the minimum required drills are conducted.
Therefore, consideration needs to be given to scheduling drills as necessary to ensure all on board have an
early opportunity to become familiar with the systems on board.
Drills must be Safe

Abandon ship drills should be planned, organized and performed so that the recognized risks are minimized and
in accordance with relevant shipboard requirements of occupational safety and health.
Drills provide an opportunity to verify that the life-saving system is working and that all associated equipment is in
place and in good working order, ready for use.
Before conducting drills, it should be checked that the lifeboat and its safety equipment have been maintained in
accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions, as well as noting all the precautionary measures necessary.
Abnormal conditions of wear and tear or corrosion should be reported to the responsible officer immediately.
Emphasis on Learning
Drills should be conducted with an emphasis on learning and be viewed as a learning experience, not just as a
task to meet a regulatory requirement to conduct drills. Whether they are emergency drills required by SOLAS or
additional special drills conducted to enhance the competence of the crew members, they should be carried out
at safe speed. During drills, care should be taken to ensure that everybody familiarizes themselves with their
duties and with the equipment If necessary, pauses should be made during the drills to explain especially difficult
elements. The experience of the crew is an important factor in determining how fast a drill or certain drill
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Planning and Organizing Drills

SOLAS Convention requires that drills shall, as far as practicable, be conducted as if there was an actual
emergency. (Refer to SOLAS regulation III/19.3.1.,)
This means that the entire drill should, as far as possible, be carried out. The point is that, at the same time, it
should be ensured that the drill can be carried out in such a way that it is safe in every respect. Consequently,
elements of the drill that may involve unnecessary risks need special attention or may be excluded from the drill.
In preparing for a drill, those responsible should review the manufacturer’s instruction manual to assure that a
planned drill is conducted properly. Those responsible for the drill should assure that the crew is familiar with the
guidance provided in the life-saving system instruction manual. Lessons learned in the course of a drill should be
documented and made a part of follow-up shipboard training discussions and planning the next drill session. The
lowering of a boat with its full complement of persons is an example of an element of a drill that may, depending
on the circumstances, involve an unnecessary risk. Such drills should only be carried out if special precautions
are observed.
11.5.2 Abandon Ship Drills
Introduction
It is important that the crew who operate safety equipment on board are familiar with the functioning and
operation of such equipment. The 1974 SOLAS Convention requires that sufficiently detailed manufacturers’
training manuals and instructions be carried on board, which should be easily understood by the crew. Such
manufacturers’ manuals and instructions should be accessible for everyone on board and observed and followed
closely during drills.
Guidance to the Ship Owner

The ship owner should ensure that new safety equipment on board the company’s ships has been approved and
installed in accordance with the provisions of the 1974 SOLAS Convention and the International Life-Saving
Appliances (LSA) Code.
Procedures for holding safe drills should be included in the Safety Management System (SMS) of the shipping
companies. Detailed procedures for elements of drills that involve a special risk should be evident from workplace
assessments adjusted to the relevant life-saving appliance. Personnel carrying out maintenance and repair work
on lifeboats should be qualified accordingly.
Lifeboats lowered by means of falls

During drills, those responsible should be alert for potentially dangerous conditions and situations and should
bring them to the attention of the responsible person for appropriate action. Feedback and improvement
recommendations to the ship owner, the Administration and the system manufacturer are important elements of
the marine safety system.
Before placing persons onboard, a lifeboat, it is recommended that the boat first be lowered and recovered
without persons on board to ascertain that the arrangement functions correctly. The boat should then be lowered
into the water with only the number of persons on board necessary to operate the boat.
To prevent lashings or gripes from getting entangled, proper release should be checked before swinging out the
davit.
Free-fall Lifeboats

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The monthly drills with free-fall lifeboats should be carried out according to the manufacturer’s instructions, so
that the persons who are to enter the boat in an emergency are trained to embark the boat, to take their seats in
a correct way and to use the safety belts; and also, are instructed on how to act during launching into the sea.
AT LEAST EVERY 6 MONTHS

When the lifeboat is free-fall launched as part of a drill, this should be carried out with the minimum personnel
required to maneuver the boat in the water and to recover it. The recovery operation should be carried out with
special attention, bearing in mind the high-risk level of this operation. Where permitted by SOLAS, simulated
launching should be carried out in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions, taking due note of the
Guidelines for simulated launching of free-fall lifeboats of para 11.7.3.
11.5.3 Guidelines for Simulated Launching of Free-Fall Lifeboats
Definition
Simulated launching is a means of training the crew in the free-fall release procedure of free-fall lifeboats and in
verifying the satisfactory function of the free-fall release system without allowing the lifeboat to fall into the sea
Purpose and scope

The purpose of these Guidelines is to provide a basic outline of essential steps to safely carry out simulated
launching. These Guidelines are general; the lifeboat manufacturer’s instruction manual should always be
consulted before conducting simulated launching. Simulated launching should only be carried out with lifeboats
and launching appliances designed to accommodate it, and for which the manufacturer has provided instructions.
Simulated launching should be carried out under the supervision of a responsible person who should be an
officer experienced in such procedures.
Typical simulated launching sequence
Check equipment and documentation to ensure that all components of the lifeboat and launching
appliance are in good operational condition.
Ensure that the restraining device(s) provided by the manufacturer for simulated launching are installed
and secure and that the free-fall release mechanism is fully and correctly engaged.
Establish and maintain good communication between the assigned operating crew and the responsible
person.
Disengage lashings, gripes, etc. installed to secure the lifeboat for sea or for maintenance, except those
required for simulated free-fall.
Participating crew board the lifeboat and fasten their seatbelts under the supervision of the responsible
person.
All crew, except the assigned operating crew, disembark the lifeboat. The assigned operating crew fully
prepares the lifeboat for free-fall launch and secures themselves in their seats for he release operation.
The assigned operating crew activates the release mechanism when instructed by the responsible
person. Ensure that the release mechanism operates satisfactorily and, if applicable, the lifeboat travels
down the ramp to the distance specified in the manufacturer’s instructions.
Rescuer the lifeboat to its stowed position, using the means provided by the manufacturer and ensure
that the free-fall release mechanism is fully and correctly engaged.
Repeat procedures from step 7 above, using the back-up release mechanism when applicable.
The assigned operating crew disembarks the lifeboat.
Ensure that the lifeboat is returned to its normal stowed condition. Remove any restraining and/or
recovery devices used only for the simulated launch procedure.

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11.5.4 Guidance for Abandon Drill-Lowering Life Boat Drill
Source of information Vessel

SOLAS Training Manual A pocket guide to cold water survival
Company’s SMS Manual Safety Plans
Training video tapes or CD-ROMs
Lifesaving appliances manufacturer booklets
No √ Drill Progress Steps

1 Drills preparation checklist to be completed
2 Alarms and Ship’s whistle sounded
3 Public addressor used
4 Summoning of crew to Muster stations & ensure that they are made aware of abandon ship
5 Report to stations & prepare for duties described in Muster list
Highlight to the crew members who is responsible to give the order regarding abandoning of the ship and
6
how.
Ensure to use all possible access to mustering station. Urge crew members to use all possible safe /
7
advisable ways.
8 Reported to stations with proper clothing and prepared for the duties described
9 Water tight doors closed.
10 Check crew suitably dressed
11 Crew members life jackets donned & light tested.
12 Spare life jackets & lights checked - inspected.
13 Life boat lowered. Time:
14 Life boat launched/released. Time:
15 Life boat small trip performed
16 Life boat(s) engine tested
17 Two-way radios used / tested
18 Satellite EPIRB and SART Transponders demonstrated.
19 Moving parts of launching means checked
20 Fall wires examined
21 Illumination of mustering at life boats tested.
22 Emergency lighting tested
23 Operation of davits used for launching Life-rafts
24 Immersion suits used / demonstrated. Your extra care for the crew manning the rescue boat
25 Thermal protective aids used/ demonstrated, if applicable.
26 Techniques for proper embarkation into the lifeboat demonstrated.
All available life boat embarkation means demonstrated (ship’s boarding level, from disembarkation
27
ladder,
28 Demonstration of life boat boarding sequence to be carried out according to muster list
Emphasize to the crew members the necessity to be familiar with the proper embarkation into the life
29
boat
Prepare all crew members to be familiar with life boat lowering procedure, other than those who are
30
assigned from the muster station bill.

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31 Highlight to the participants the necessity for warm clothing and the hazards of exposure in cold water.
32 Instructions in the use of radio life-saving appliances provided
MARKED items required by SOLAS Chapter III Regulation 19 / 3.3.1
No On completion of the Drill the following items to be ensured Yes No N/A

1 Follow up with training session and further demonstration on the completion of the drill?
2 All used equipment and tools to be secure in proper positions (according to safety plan).
3 All life boats to be secured properly.
4 Used life jackets & life buoys to return to original positions (according to safety plan).
5 Life boat equipment to be properly secured (according to safety plan). Check cleanliness.
6 Charge life boats battery.
7 Secure fwd. painters of life boats in original position / manner.

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ABANDON SHIP (USING FREE FALL LIFE BOAT)
In case of newly joint crew, before contacting the drill explain/familiarize with the equipment & especially the
release mechanism.
ABANDON SHIP DRILL (in full extent, incl. L/B use)

No Description Done
1 Sound abandon ship signal & call Master.
2 Fix ship’s position.
3 Main engine always stopped & propeller always secured.
4 Overboard discharges stopped especially in way of craft launch areas.
5 Check all hands at muster stations with lifejackets & thermal suits if applicable
6 Test the engine of lifeboat
7 Test the handheld VHF of GMDSS and carry SART.

Check equipment and documentation to ensure that all components of the lifeboat and launching
8
appliance are in good operational condition.
Ensure that the restraining device(s) provided by the manufacturer for simulated or real-life launching
9
is installed and secure and that the free-fall release mechanism is fully and correctly engaged.
Establish and maintain good communication between the assigned operating crew and the
10
responsible person.
Disengage lashings, gripes, etc. installed to secure the lifeboat for sea or for maintenance, except
11
those required for simulated or real-life free-fall.
12 Inform the bridge that the lifeboat is ready.
Participating crew board the lifeboat and fasten their seatbelts under the supervision of the
13
responsible person.
Ensure that ALL items of the Preparation Checklist are properly implemented, and crew is aware of
14
duties and responsibilities
15 In case of FREE FALL LAUNCHING follow the following sequence, otherwise go to item22.
Confirm the slingers of boat are unconnected with the hooks of the fall block, the aux lashing units
16
are released
17 The crews go aboard and fasten safe belts.
Check whether there are moving objects within the boat and all open holes should be totally
18
enclosed.
19 Operate the releasing mechanism within the boat to release the release hook.
20 The lifeboat will launch into water by free-fall along the ramp.
21 The lifeboat leaves the ship.
22 In case of LAUNCHING USING FALLS follow the following sequence, otherwise go to item41
23 Start the electric motor of the hydraulic station.
24 Hang the slingers on both sides of the boat upon the hooks of the fall block respectively.
25 The crews go aboard.
26 Operate the releasing mechanism within the boat to release the release hook.
Operate the remote button of the oil cylinders “push out” and the davit arms are pushed to full
27
outboard position, and then release the handle.
Control the remote button for the winch “wind down” and the lifeboat lowers to sea level, and then
28
release the handle.

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29 Unhook the slingers of lifeboat from the hooks of the fall block and stow them in the
30 The lifeboat leaves the ship
31 Recover the arms to its stowed position.
32 To RECOVER THE LIFE BOAT, follow the following sequence

Hang the slingers on both sides of the boat upon the hooks of the fall block separately and at the
33
same time put the release hook of the boat to its home position.
Control the remote button for the winch “wind up”, the lifeboat will be hoisted, as soon as the boat is
34
hoisted to its setting position release the button to hold the lifeboat.
Operate the remote button of the oil cylinders “pull in”; the davit arm turns into inboard position and
35
the lifeboat enters the ramp.
36 After the lifeboat is at stowed position, release button, then hang on the release hook unit.
Operate the remote button of the oil cylinders “pull in” till the davit arms recover to its original
37
position.
38 Separate the slingers of lifeboat from the hook and put the slingers into the slinger box.
39 Control the button for the winch “wind up” to recover the fall block to its stowed position.
40 Cut off the power of the electric motor of the hydraulic station, and the ship sails normally.
41 In case of SIMULATED LAUNCH follow the following sequence,

Check equipment and to ensure that all components of the lifeboat and launching appliance is in
42
good operation condition;
Establish and maintain good communication between the assigned operating crew and the
43
responsible person.;
44 Ensure the lashing unit and aux. lashing unit are connected to the lifeboat correctly;
Participating crew board the lifeboat and fasten their seatbelts under the supervision of the
45
responsible person;
All crew, except the assigned operating crew, disembark the lifeboat. The assigned operation crew
46 fully prepares the lifeboat for free-fall launching and secures themselves in their seats for the release
operation.
The assigned operating crew activates the release mechanism when instructed by the responsible
47 person. Ensure that the release mechanism operates satisfactorily and the lifeboat travels down the
ramp to the distance specified in the manufacturer’s instructions;
48 Recovery the lifeboat to its stowed position;
49 Repeat procedure from item 47, using the back-up release mechanism when applicable.
50 The assigned operating crew disembarks the lifeboat.

When the test is over, the operating crew operate the hydraulic winch to recover the lifeboat to its
51
stowed position and ensure that the free-fall release mechanism is fully and correctly engaged

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12 SAFETY EQUIPMENT INVENTORY

This section contains the vessel’s safety appliances inventory while should be updated for every change in the
inventory.
Moreover, this section identifies the items to be addressed:
General
Rocket & Signals
Communications
Location of Survival Craft and Rescue Boats
Lifeboats
Lifeboat Launching Appliances
Equipment Contained in each Lifeboat
Inflatable Life-raft excluding any additional life-raft stowed forward or aft for compliance with Regulation
26.3.2 (Ch III/26, 38, 39 and 40)
Inflatable Life-raft Forward or Aft
Rescue Boat
Other Lifesaving Appliances

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12.1 General
The total number of persons provided for life saving appliances is 0.
No of Person to
S. No Description Quantity Remarks (If any)
be accommodated
Lifeboats on portside capable of
1
accommodation
Lifeboats on starboard side capable of
2
accommodating
Motor lifeboats (included in the total
3
lifeboats shown above)
Free-fall lifeboats capable of
4
accommodating
Rescue boats (included / not included) in the
5 total lifeboats (shown above) capable of
accommodating
Life-rafts for which approved launching
6 appliances are required capable of
accommodating
Life-rafts for which approved launching
7 appliances are not required capable of
accommodating
Life-rafts stowed fwd / aft capable of
8
accommodating
S. No Quantity Equipment
1 Lifebuoys
2 Life jackets
3 Immersion Suits
4 Thermal Protective aids (excluding those provided for life boat / raft &
rescue boat equipment)
12.1.1 Rockets and Signals
S. No Equipment Quantity
1 Line throwing appliances with 4 rockets and lines
2 12 parachute distress signals
3 Additional rockets and signals if provided
12.1.2 Communications
S. No Equipment Equipment
Maker No’s
details
1 2-way VHF radiotelephone apparatus)

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2 Radar Transponder
3 EPIRB
12.1.3 Location of Survival Craft and Rescue Boats
State positions of lifeboats, life-rafts and rescue boats in table below.
*Number each type of boat/raft.
Location
S. No Equipment Nos
Starboard Portside
12.1.4 Lifeboats
S. No Equipment Boat No 2 Boat No 2 Boat No 3 Boat No 4

1 Capacity-number of persons
2 Weight-fully loaded and equipped (kg)
3 Material of boat
4 Length (m)
5 Breadth (m)
6 Depth (m)
7 Cubic Capacity (m3)
8 Free-fall
9 Enclosure type
10 Propulsion type
11 Self-righting
12 With external fire protection
13 With self-contained air supply system
14 Manufacturer
15 Serial number
16 Approval authority
17 Is the lifeboat used as a rescue boat?
Capacity (number of persons) if less than
18
the above and used as a rescue boat

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12.1.5 Equipment contained in each Lifeboat
Detailed below is a list of equipment to be found in the life boats. Quantities and stowage details should be
noted.
Items Marked * apply to vessels constructed before 1st July 1986 only
Items Marked # apply to vessels constructed after 1st July 1986 only
Description Boat # 1 Boat # 2 Boat # 3 Boat # 4

Oars
*Steering Oars
Crutches or tholepins c/w lanyard
*Grommet for steering oar
Boat hooks
Plugs c/w lanyard
Bailers
Buckets
Rudder
Tiller
Bucketed Lifeline
3*Bilge Keels
#Hand holds (on hull)
*Grab Lines (belly bands)
Hatches
*Oil Lamp
*Oil for oil lamp
*Matches (wind proof in W/T
container)
*Mast, Stays Etc.
*Sails
Compass
Binnacle
Compass Illumination
Sea Anchor
Painter (Fixed)
Painter (Toggle)
#Painter release device
*Wave oil bag
*Wave oil
Para Red Rockets

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Red Hand Flares

Orange Smoke Float
First aid kit
Anti-sea sickness tablets
Torch & batteries
Spare batteries and bulb
Daylight signalling mirror
*Jack-knife with tin opener c/w
lanyard
#Jack-knife c/w lanyard
#Tin openers
#Rescue quoits & line
Buoyant heaving line
Bilge pumps
Whistle
Fishing line and hooks
*Exposure cover
Rescue signal card
*boarding ladder
*Sand bin and scoop
Food rations
Water rations
# Rain water storage
De-salting apparatus
Water dippers
Water beakers
Thermal protective aids
Engine fuel
#Tools for engine
Skates/ fenders
#External Lamp
#Internal Lamp
#Search light
# Radar Reflector
#Survival Manual
Immersion Suits

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12.1.6 Life raft Equipment
Description SOLAS “A” SOLAS “B” DOT (UK) “E”

Rescue Quoit and line 1 1 1
Buoyant Safety Knife 1 1 1
Extra Knife (12 Person +) 1 1 1
Bailer 1 1 1
Extra Bailer (12 Person +) 1 1 -
Sponges 2 2 2 12.1.7
Sea Anchor 2 2 1 12.1.7
Paddles 2 2 2
12.1.7
12.1.7
Tin Openers 2 - -
12.1.7
First Aid Kit 1 1 1
12.1.7
Whistle 1 1 1
12.1.7
Parachute Red Rockets 4 2 - 12.1.7
Red hand Flares 6 3 2 12.1.7
Buoyant Orange Smoke 2 1 - 12.1.7
Signalling Torch 1 1 1 12.1.7
Spare Batteries and bulb Set Set Set 12.1.7
Radar Reflector 1 1 - 12.1.7
Daylight signalling mirror 1 1 - 12.1.7
Rescue signal table 1 1 -
12.1.7
12.1.7
Fishing tackles Set Set -
12.1.7
Ration (Per Person) 1000 KJ - -
12.1.7
Water (Per Person) 1 ½ Liter - -
12.1.7
Drinking Vessel 1 - - 12.1.7
Anti-sea sickness tablets (Per Person) 6 6 - 12.1.7
Sea Sick bag (per Person) 1 1 1 12.1.7
Immediate Action Instructions 1 1 1 12.1.7
Survival Instructions 1 1 1 12.1.7
Repair outfit 1 1 1 12.1.7
Bellows 1 1 1 12.1.7
Thermal Protective aids 2 or 10 % 2 or 10 % -
12.1.7
12.1.7
Rescue boat
Oceans Coastwise
S. No Description Rigid life raft Rigid life raft
Rescue
(SOLAS A (SOLAS B Rescue boat
boat
Pack) Pack)
1 Bailer 1 1 1 1 1

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3 Boathook 1 1
4 Bucket 2 1 1
5 Can opener 3
6 Compass 1 1
8 Drinking cup 1
9 Fire extinguisher 1 1
10 First-aid kit 1 1 1 1
11 Fishing kit 1
12 Flashlight 1 1 1 1
14 Heaving line 1 2 1 2
15 Instruction card 1 1
17 Knife 1 3 1 1 1 1
18 Ladder 1 1
19 Mirror, signalling 1 1
20 Oars, units 4 1 1
Paddles 2 2
21 Painter 1 1 1 1
Provisions (units per
22 1
person)
23 Pump 5 1 1
24 Radar reflector 1 1 1 1
26 Repair kit 5 1 1
27 Sea anchor 2 1 2 1
28 Searchlight 1 1
Seasickness kit (units
29 1 1
per person)
30 Signal, smoke 2 1
31 Signal, hand flare 6 6
32 Signal, parachute flare 4 4
34 Sponge 5 2 2 2 2
35 Survival instructions 1 1
Table of lifesaving
36 1 1
signals
Thermal protective aids
37 10% 10% 10% 10%
(percent of persons) 6
39 Towline 1 1
Water (liters per
40 1.5 1
person)
41 Whistle 1 1 1 1
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AL HAIL MARINE SERVICES LLC

SOLAS TRAINING MANUAL

DOCUMENT NO: AHMS-ST- MNL-12.20

Vessel Name SM-3 NOORA

IMO Number 9820829

2 VESSEL PRINCIPAL PARTICULARS..................................................................................................... 8

4 PERSONAL LIFE SAVING EQUIPMENT.............................................................................................. 14

5 MUSTER LIST AND EMERGENCY INSTRUCTIONS...........................................................................21

6 LIFE BOATS AND RESCUE BOATS.................................................................................................... 25

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6.2 Rescue Boat – Vessel Specific............................................................................................... 31

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10 EMERGENCY REPAIR OF LIFE SAVING APPLIANCES...................................................................104

11 ABANDON SHIP TRAINING PROCEDURE........................................................................................105

12 SAFETY EQUIPMENT INVENTORY.................................................................................................... 118

13 REVIEW, APPROVAL, REVISION, AND IDENTIFICATION OF CHANGES.......................................125

14 RELATED CONTENTS........................................................................................................................ 125

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1 INTRODUCTION TO SAFETY TRAINING MANUAL

1.2 Master’s Responsibilities

1.3 Safety Officer’s Responsibilities

The Safety Officer is responsible to:

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1.4 Contents in Brief

Safety Training Manual - 01: SOLAS Requirements

Safety Training Manual - 02: Personal Life Saving Equipment

Safety Training Manual - 03: Muster List and Emergency Instructions

Safety Training Manual - 04: Life Boats and Rescue Boats

Safety Training Manual - 05: Survival Equipment

Safety Training Manual - 06: Abandoning Ship

Safety Training Manual - 07: Methods of Retrieval

Safety Training Manual - 08: Emergency Repair of Life Saving Appliances

Safety Training Manual - 09: Abandon Ship Training Procedure

Safety Training Manual - 10: Safety Equipment Inventory

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2 VESSEL PRINCIPAL PARTICULARS

Name: Al Hail Marine Services LLC.

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3.1 Emergency Training and Drills

This regulation applies to all ships;

Drills shall, as far as practicable, be conducted as if there were an actual emergency.

3.1.1.1 Abandon ship drill

Each abandon ship drill shall include

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3.1.1.2 Fire Drills

Each fire drill shall include:

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3.1.2 On Board Training and Instructions

operation and use of the ship’s inflatable life rafts;

3.2 Training manual and on-board training aids

1. This regulation applies to all ships

Donning of lifejackets and immersion suits, and anti-exposure suits as appropriate;

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3.3 Muster list and emergency instructions

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Warning the passengers;

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4 PERSONAL LIFE SAVING EQUIPMENT

Donning of Life Jackets