As per LSA code chapter VI (LAUNCHING AND EMBARKATION APPLIANCES)
STATIC TEST OF LIFEBOAT
- Done 5 yearly.
- Loaded to not less than 1.5 times the Maximum brake holding capacity of Davit
- Tested for deformation
DYNAMIC TEST
- Done 5 yearly.
- Loaded to not less than 1.1 times the Maximum brake holding capacity of Davit.
- Released at max lowering speed Tested for deformation
Note :
- Static and dynamic test are done only in drydock.
- Static and dynamic test are done annually the dynamic test onboard by L/B manufacturing company representative with no crew in boat and lowered at Maximum lowering speed and checked.
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