1.2.1 Paragraph 1.2.2.7 applies to life-saving
appliances on all ships.
1.2.2 Unless expressly provided otherwise or unless,
in the opinion of the Administration having regard to the particular
voyages on which the ship is constantly engaged, other requirements
are appropriate, all life-saving appliances prescribed in this part
shall:
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.1 be constructed with proper workmanship and
materials;
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.2 not be damaged in stowage throughout the air
temperature range -30°C to +65°C and, in the case of personal
life-saving appliances, unless otherwise specified, remain operational
throughout the air temperature range -15°C to +40°C;
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.3 if they are likely to be immersed in seawater
during their use, operate throughout the seawater temperature range
-1°C to +30°C;
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.4 where applicable, be rot-proof, corrosion-resistant,
and not be unduly affected by seawater, oil or fungal attack;
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.5 where exposed to sunlight, be resistant to
deterioration;
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.6 be of international or vivid reddish orange,
or a comparably highly visible colour on all parts where this will
assist detection at sea;
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.7 be fitted with retro-reflective material where
it will assist in detection and in accordance with the recommendations
of the Organization footnote;
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.8 if they are to be used in a seaway, be capable
of satisfactory operation in that environment;
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.9 be clearly marked with approval information
including the Administration which approved it, and any operational
restrictions; and
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.10 where applicable, be provided with electrical
short circuit protection to prevent damage or injury.
1.2.3 The Administration shall determine the period
of acceptability of life-saving appliances which are subject to deterioration
with age. Such life-saving appliances shall be marked with a means
for determining their age or the date by which they must be replaced.
Permanent marking with a date of expiry is the preferred method of
establishing the period of acceptability. Batteries not marked with
an expiration date may be used if they are replaced annually, or in
the case of a secondary battery (accumulator), if the condition of
the electrolyte can be readily checked. In the case of pyrotechnic
life-saving appliances, the date of expiry shall be indelibly marked
on the product by the manufacturer.