Servicing of inflatable liferafts, inflatable lifejackets and inflatable rescue boats

(1) Every inflatable liferaft and inflatable lifejacket shall be serviced– (a) at intervals not exceeding twelve months; however, in cases where it appears proper and reasonable, the Administration may extend this period up to a maximum of seventeen months; (b) at an approved service station which is competent to service them, maintains proper servicing facilities and uses only properly trained personnel. (2) All repairs and maintenance of inflated rescue boats shall be carried out in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions. Emergency repairs may be carried out on board the ship; however, permanent repairs shall be effected at an approved servicing station.