This maritime sign is used by mariners to provide adequate signage on board vessels. Furthermore, some flag states and regulatory organizations require maritime signs on board to be in compliance with the maritime governing regulations. Maritime signs are critical in keeping a vessel's crew safe of any possible hazards, all safety equipment easy to mark, and provide directions on board a vessel.

Life Saving Sign; Lifebuoy with light and smoke; with text "Lifebuoy with light and smoke". Conforms to IMO resolution A.1116(30) in force 1st January 2019. IMO LSS008.1 (There is no ISO equivalent) IMPA Code 33.X109 ISSA Code 47.549.09