Guidance on the Implementation of Updated Lifeboat Release and Retrieval System (LRRS) Requirements (IMO MSC.320(89))

This publication outlines the practical steps for complying with the amendments to the LSA Code Paragraph 4.4.7.6, as adopted by IMO Resolution MSC.320(89). These critical safety regulations mandate that on-load release mechanisms for lifeboats must be evaluated for compliance against updated safety criteria. Mechanisms found non-compliant must be modified or replaced. This guide focuses on the implementation timelines (generally between 2014 and 2019) and the essential requirement for the evaluation process to be carried out in accordance with IMO circular MSC.1/Circ.1392 by the manufacturer or their representative.