The Davit-launched Inflatahle Liferafts are stored in containers on deck and connected to the davit, inflated, boarded from the deck and then lowered to the water level. The standard sizes of the liferafts available are: 15. 20 and 25 persons. The Hferafts with type approval by CHINA CLASSIFICATION SOCIETY (CCS).
Rules and relevant Regulations:
1996 Amendament to the International Convention for the Safety of Life at Sea 1974 and MSC. 48(66).The International Life—saving Appliance Code and Register of Shipping of the People* S Republic of China (Technical Regulation for Statutory Surveys of Sea—going Ships Engaged on International Voyages ) 1999. Applicable scope:
Lifesaving for the pasenger ships in international voyage. Particulars: