Life-Saving Appliance (LSA) Code, 2023 Edition

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Language English
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SKU IF982E
Publisher International Maritime Organization
ISBN 9789280117530
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The Life-Saving Appliance (LSA) Code, 2023 Edition is the International Maritime Organization's book of the technical standards for life-saving equipment required by SOLAS chapter III. It brings together the LSA Code and IMO's recommendations on testing and approving life-saving appliances.

Edition at a glance

Title Life-Saving Appliances including LSA Code, 2023 Edition
Publisher International Maritime Organization (IMO)
Edition 2023
IMO number IF982E (print)
Formats Print book (English); digital e-reader (English, Spanish, French)
ISBN Book (English) 9789280117530

What's inside

  • The International Life-Saving Appliance (LSA) Code
  • Revised Recommendation on testing of life-saving appliances
  • Code of practice for the evaluation, testing and acceptance of prototype novel life-saving appliances

Equipment covered

  • Personal appliances: lifebuoys, lifejackets, immersion suits, anti-exposure suits and thermal protective aids
  • Visual signals: parachute rockets, hand flares and buoyant smoke signals
  • Survival craft: liferafts, lifeboats and rescue boats
  • Launching and embarkation appliances, and marine evacuation systems
  • Line-throwing appliances and general alarm systems

Why it matters

The LSA Code has been mandatory under SOLAS chapter III since 1 July 1998. Surveyors and flag administrations check life-saving equipment against it, and makers follow its testing recommendations to get new equipment approved.

Who uses it

Ship operators and safety officers, equipment makers and service stations, surveyors, and flag and class staff who approve and inspect life-saving appliances.

Is the 2023 Edition the latest LSA Code?

Yes. The 2023 Edition is the current IMO edition. Later amendments are issued by IMO as free supplements.

Is the LSA Code mandatory?

Yes. It has been mandatory under SOLAS chapter III since 1 July 1998.

What changed on 1 January 2026?

Resolution MSC.554(108) amended the rules on lifejacket turning time, lifeboat release hooks and launching speeds. IMO publishes these in a free supplement to the 2023 Edition.

Can I return a digital edition?

No. Digital editions are non-refundable once issued. Email sales@amnautical.com before ordering if you're unsure which format or language you need.

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