Checklist for owners or masters of lloyd’s register classed cargo vessels ?

  • With whistle and light, fitted with retro-reflective material, batteries within expiry date
  • Stowed in accessible and clearly marked places
  • Inflatable lifejackets are within their service period
  • Additional lifejackets positioned for persons on watch (Bridge and Engine Control Room)
  • Additional lifejackets positioned for use at remotely located survival craft stations

Other personal safety equipment:

  • Immersion suits fitted with retro-reflective material, inspected for condition, zips tested,correctly stowed and ready for immediate use. Lights checked and found satisfactory.
  • Thermal protective aids fitted with retro-reflective material, inspected for condition, correctly stowed and ready for immediate use
  • Fireman’s outfits complete, ready for immediate use, all air cylinders charged, safety lamp batteries tested and found satisfactory
  • Chemical tanker protective suits and breathing apparatus checked for number, location and condition
  • Atmospheric test meters and alarms (oxygen, hydrocarbons etc.)

FIRE PROTECTION, DETECTION AND EXTINCTION