The maintenance and upkeep of lifeboats are key to ensuring their proper functioning in emergency situations. As an important safety equipment on ships, lifeboats have strict legal regulations for maintenance and are also a key focus of inspection by maritime authorities

. The following are the main contents of lifeboat maintenance and upkeep:

Appearance inspection:A weekly appearance inspection should be conducted, including whether the hull is intact, whether the reflective tape has a reflective effect, whether the call sign and boat number markings are clear, whether the engine is running normally, and whether the hook of the landing device is connected to the lifeboat and whether the load release device is loaded Strictly complete the reset.

Monthly inspection:Including moving down the storage location, checking that the quantity of accessories meets the requirements, the appearance is intact, and they are still within the shelf life, and cleaning the boat.

Quarterly inspection:Whether the fiber rope has deteriorated, whether the steel wire rope is corroded or broken, and whether the stable boat rope is rust removed and oiled.

Annual inspection:There is a clear monthly inspection checklist, maintenance and repair instructions, regular maintenance plan, lubrication point diagram, inspection and maintenance record book, annual equipment inspection, etc., to ensure that the maintenance of lifeboats is error free.

Other maintenance activities:This includes inspection of the hull and suspension frame, insulation inspection of the electric motor and its components, inspection of the shaft system and rudder, ensuring sufficient capacity of the starter battery, and measuring the specific gravity of the starter battery fluid.

Fire and rescue drills:Each crew member should participate in at least one abandon ship and one fire drill per month to ensure proper use of lifeboats in emergency situations.

Storage environment:Keep the lifeboat storage environment dry and avoid prolonged exposure to sunlight and high temperatures.

Inflation system inspection:Regularly check the inflation system of the lifeboat to ensure no leaks and normal inflation.

By implementing the above maintenance and upkeep measures, it is possible to ensure the safe and effective use of lifeboats in emergency situations, thereby safeguarding the safety of personnel on board. ‌