13.7 406MHz or Inmarsat E EPIRB
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Statutory Documents - MCA Publications - MGN 280 - Small Vessels in Commercial Use for Sport or Pleasure, Workboats and Pilot Boats - Alternative Construction Standards - 13 Life-Saving Appliances - 13.7 406MHz or Inmarsat E EPIRB

13.7 406MHz or Inmarsat E EPIRB

  13.7.1 The 406MHz or Inmarsat E EPIRB should be installed in an easily accessible position ready to be manually released, capable of being placed in a liferaft, and capable of floating free and automatic activation if the vessel sinks.

  13.7.2 Where compliance with Section 13.7.1 is not practicable and the vessel carries less than 16 persons, the EPIRB may be stowed in an accessible place and be capable of being placed readily in a liferaft without being capable of floating free.

  13.7.3 All EPIRBS should be maintained in accordance with the manufacturer's recommendations. Batteries should be replaced as required by a manufacturers approved service station. Additionally, it is a requirement that all EPIRBs are registered with the Administration.

Parent topic: 13 Life-Saving Appliances
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