Regulation 17 Lifeboats Quiz – Question 1 of 10

Source: International Convention for the Safety of Fishing Vessels, Chapter VII (Life-Saving Appliances and Arrangements), Part C, Regulation 17.
Reference: imorules.com – Regulation 17

1. According to Regulation 17(1)(a), when a rigid-hulled lifeboat is holed in any one location below the waterline (assuming no loss of buoyancy material and no other damage), it must:

A) Maintain positive stability while in an upright position in calm water, loaded with its full complement of persons and equipment B) Right itself automatically within 30 seconds of capsizing C) Retain at least 50% of its rated carrying capacity D) Be capable of being towed at a minimum speed of 2 knots

Torremolinos Convention (SFV) – Regulation 17: General Requirements for Lifeboats