Bridge Navigation & Deck Operations

Lifeboat Safety: Release Mechanism & Procedures

This test focuses on the lifeboat release mechanism (LRM), particularly FASSMER systems widely used on modern vessels. It covers SOLAS and LSA Code requirements, inspection routines, maintenance procedures, and safe launching operations.

Questions 18

Time Limit 9 min

Language English

Sample Questions

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Question 1

Why is it important to train at launching the lifeboat?

A Because the Captain must be able to prove that he is following company procedures.

B So that the crew become thoroughly familiar with the launching mechanism.

C In order that launching can be done successfully in the dark.

D Because there is an instruction to do so in the planned maintenance system.

Question 2

Which of the following additional items must be completed following a weekly or monthly inspection of life-saving appliances?

A The crew must be trained on procedures found in the SOLAS Training Manual.

B The Superintendent must be notified.

C The lifeboat must be lowered with a complete launching crew embarked.

D A report of inspection must be entered in the log-book.

Question 3

Weekly and monthly inspections and routine maintenance on lifeboats and associated equipment should be conducted under the direct supervision of which of the following persons?

A A Senior Officer.

B The Master.

C A manufacturer’s representative.

D A Junior Officer assigned to safety duties.

Question 4

According to MSC/Circ.1093, what must be on board for use in all operations involving inspection, maintenance, adjustment and resetting of lifeboats and associated equipment?

A A specialized tool-kit supplied by the manufacturer.

B Original certificates of competency in lifeboat maintenance for all personnel involved in inspections and maintenance of such equipment.

C A full set of maintenance manuals.

D A training video or CBT supplied by the manufacturer and approved by the IMO.

Question 5

All inspections, other than weekly and monthly and any servicing and repair, other than routine, should be conducted by which of the following persons?

A The Master.

B A manufacturer’s representative or a person appropriately trained and certified by the manufacturer for the work to be done.

C A Company Superintendent.

D A Senior Officer of a fitter suitable qualified and holding a certificate in lifeboat maintenance.

Lifeboat Safety: Release Mechanism & Procedures

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