DRAFT, needs technical review. Not for publication. The title is our own wording, not the official Paris MoU text.
PSC deficiency code 11112: Survival craft launching appliances and on-load release gear
| Category | Life-saving appliances (SOLAS III) |
| Related certificate | Cargo Ship Safety Equipment |
| Main references | SOLAS III/16, III/20.11, LSA Code ch. VI; MSC.402(96); III/36 (on-board maintenance instructions, secondary) |
| Typical action codes | 17 (rectify before departure), 30 (detainable) if serious |
| Commonly detainable? | Can be, depending on severity (no statistics claimed) |
What PSC officers look for
- Davit wires corroded or wrongly routed
- On-load release not tested per schedule
- Limit switches bypassed or faulty
- Fall preventer devices misused
- Annual thorough examination overdue
Typical root causes
- Service attendance delayed
- Crew unfamiliar with secondary securing
- Spare wire not available
- Paperwork from service not matching physical tags
Corrective action (example)
Complete authorised service; replace defective wires and releases; restore limit switches; update maintenance tag.
Preventive action (example)
Track examination due dates in fleet dashboard; brief masters on postponement risk.
Evidence to attach for close-out
- Authorised service certificate
- Photos of new wire
- Maintenance plan update
- Crew drill sheet
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Official code list: Paris MoU, List of Deficiency Codes (1 July 2026). Action codes: Paris MoU, Inspection outcome. Reviewed by: _pending_ · Review date: _pending_ This page is general guidance, not legal, flag or class advice. Always follow the PSC officer's instructions and your flag and class requirements.