4 Emergency instruction notices for passengers
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4 Emergency instruction notices for passengers

  4.1 Simple notices are required to be provided in passenger cabins, at assembly stations, information on how to put on the lifejackets, and other essential actions to take in an emergency.

  4.2 Simple plans showing the "you are here" position and escape routes marked by arrows should be prominently displayed. Proper orientation of each plan is essential. For instance, if the bow of the ship is to the left of a person looking at the plan, the bow should be to the bottom of the plan.

  4.3 The instructions and “you are here" plans may be provided on one notice or alternatively, in separate parts with the instructions on putting on the lifejackets being provided in the form of the lifejacket manufacturer's instructions, and should be prominently displayed in the vicinity of the cabin door.

  4.4 Emergency instruction notices for passengers should be located in suitable positions in assembly stations and where possible close to the assembly station signs. Notices placed in other public passenger spaces not used as assembly stations should be kept well clear of other non-safety signs and posters.

  4.5 A sample emergency instruction notice for passengers is given in annex 1 to these guidelines.

Parent topic: Annex - Guidelines for Passenger Safety Instructions on Ro-Ro Passenger Ships
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