NVIC 02-63: Guide for inspecting and repairing lifesaving equipment

TREASURY DEPARTMENT UNITED STATES COAST GUARD COMMANDANT U.S. COAST GUARD WASHINGTON, DC 24 Jan 1963 NAVIGATION AND VESSEL INSPECTION CIRCULAR NO. 2-63 Subj: Guide for Inspection and Repair of lifesaving Equipment

Guide for Inspection and Repair of Lifesaving Equipment — Purpose. The attached “Guide for Inspection and Repair of lifesaving Equipment" is intended to di8eminate to Coast Guard marine

inspectors, chipping companies, and vessel owners general information relating to acceptable procedure. to be followed in the inspection and repair of lifesaving equipment.

Guide for Inspection and Repair of Lifesaving Equipment — Discussion. For same. time there has been evidence of the need for the promulgation of guidance material for the inspection and repair of

lifesaving materiel. Although same of the attached guides were derived from previously issued instructions and circulars, most have been collected from the experiences of marine inspection personnel throughout the country. This circular was prepared by the Merchant Marine Technical Division. Its intention is to combine the most up-to-date technical information available with the best inspection procedures. However, it is expected that with experience in the use of these guides, need for amendments or additions may be evidenced. Constructive comments and suggestions will be welcome, and as necessary, revisions will be issued.

Guide for Inspection and Repair of Lifesaving Equipment — Action. This information is furnished for guidance purposes and as such is not intended to be a directive. Nothing herein shall be taken as

amending the applicable regulations or as prescribing or limiting the authority and responsibility of the Officer in Charge, Marine Inspection, in the exercise of his good judgment.

Guide for Inspection and Repair of Lifesaving Equipment — Effective Date. Upon receipt.

Encl: Guide for Inspection and Repair of Lifesaving Equipment Dist: (SDL No.76) A: None B: n(35); c(l0); e l(3); b d p(l) C: k(p only); o(4); D: i(2); k(l) E: m(l)