Inflatable Life Raft (SOLAS-A) · Life Rafts
Crew evacuation systems are essential for ensuring the safety of personnel on board vessels navigating challenging maritime environments. Certified to SOLAS standards, the LH-140 MKIII is designed to provide reliable and efficient crew evacuation in emergency situations. This medium-capacity life-saving equipment undergoes rigorous testing and is DNV-approved, ensuring it meets the highest safety and performance criteria. Common issues that can arise with this system include the expiration of the hydrostatic release unit (HRU), which is a critical safety concern, and pressure loss in the CO2 bottle due to corrosion or aging. Exposure to UV light on deck can cause material degradation, while fangleine corrosion or blockage and expired survival equipment such as flares, water, and rations are also frequent problems. To maintain optimal performance, annual servicing at an approved service station is mandatory, as per SOLAS/MSC.1/Circ.1328 guidelines. This includes the replacement of the HRU at intervals specified by the manufacturer, typically every two years, and a comprehensive recertification or replacement of the liferaft every five years. It is crucial to keep an HRU on board for immediate use in emergencies and to adhere strictly to these maintenance schedules to ensure the safety and reliability of this vital equipment.
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Annual servicing at an approved service station is MANDATORY (SOLAS/MSC.1/Circ.1328). HRU replacement at the manufacturer's interval (typically 2 years). Liferaft replacement/recertification every 5 years.
VIKING Life-Saving Equipment Norway AS: Servicing ONLY at an approved service station. Keep an HRU on board. Annual service mandatory.
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