8.3 Lighting
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8.3 Lighting

  8.3.1 When general lighting within a vessel is provided by a centralised electrical system, an alternative source of lighting (which may be a suitable portable battery operated lamp(s) if practical, taking into consideration the size and complexity of the vessel) should be provided. This alternative source of lighting should be sufficient to:-

  • .1 enable persons to make their way to the open deck;

  • .2 illuminate survival craft launching and embarkation;

  • .3 illuminate man-overboard rescue equipment and rescue areas;

  • .4 permit work on essential machinery.

Parent topic: 8 Electrical Arrangement
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