Statutory Documents - MCA Publications - PYC - A Code of Practice for Yachts Carrying 13 to 36 Passengers (The Passenger Yacht Code) - Chapter 14 - Requirements for Sailing Vessels - 14.11 Life-Saving Appliances and Arrangements
14.11 Life-Saving Appliances and Arrangements
(1) LSA should not be stowed in any position during normal operating conditions where, if required to be used or float free, rigging, the running rigging, spars or any other structure or equipment would cause an obstruction to its use.
(2) 7.4(a) shall be achievable under any combinations of sails within the Sailing Operations Manual.
(3) Equipment shall be provided for the cutting and clearing of the rigging if dismasted.
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