LIFE RAFTS

Weight:
Weight of throw over the launch raft not >185 kgs.
Inflate:
Within 1 min fully Inflate. Gas non toxic.
Painter:
Twice the height (length) of its stowed position to water time at light ship condition or 15 mts whichever is greater.
MRU:
Service annually,
Rafts :
Service annualty.
HRU :
Throw away type - validity two years,
Hook :
Automatic release hook of raft If fitted must be serviced: 2-5 years
Proof test: 
Proof tested 100 % swl every 5 years.
Launching station:
A ladder must be provided at each life station.
If davit launch raft then must be capable of being launched with on adverse list of 20 deg/ trim of 10 deg.

External light: Life raft external light as per lifeboat.