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International Maritime Regulations

LSA Code - Basic Safety Knowledge

The International Life-Saving Appliance Code establishes comprehensive safety requirements at sea, covering a wide range of equipment such as lifeboats, liferafts, lifejackets, lifebuoys, and lifelines. These regulations set standards for the design, equipment, testing, and operation of life-saving appliances, ensuring their reliability and effectiveness in emergency situations.

Questions 18
Time Limit 9 min
Language English

Sample Questions

Here are some example questions from this quiz. Download the GYRO app to take the full test.

Question 1

What is required of an inflatable lifejacket after inflation through an automatic mechanism?

A Buoyancy test
B Compliance with relevant requirements
C Mandatory deflation
D Disconnection of compartments

Question 2

What is a requirement for the donning of an adult lifejacket after demonstration?

A Must be done within 2 minutes
B Must be done within 1 minute without assistance
C Must be done within 5 minutes
D Must be done within 10 minutes

Question 3

What is a safety requirement for the buoyant smoke signal when used according to the manufacturer's instructions?

A It should emit sparks.
B It should ignite explosively.
C It should not ignite explosively when used in accordance with the manufacturer's operating instructions.
D It should emit flames.

Question 4

How many separate compartments must the main buoyancy chamber of an inflatable liferaft be divided into?

A One
B Two
C Not less than two
D Three

Question 5

What is a requirement for the casing of a rocket parachute flare?

A It should be transparent.
B It must be lightweight.
C It should be water-resistant.
D It should be inflatable.