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Approved service stations for life rafts, boats and life jackets

Current approved UK service stations for life saving equipment.

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Approved service stations for life rafts, boats and life jackets

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This list of contact details for Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) approved service stations is updated regularly.

This database lists MCA accepted (UK approved) service stations of SOLAS Standard Inflatable LSA. The list of products for which the station is authorised to service is only indicative and may change between annual MCA inspections. It’s the responsibility of the vessel owner / operator to ensure that SOLAS Inflatable LSA is serviced at a competent, approved servicing station which:-

  • is authorised to service the particular product make/type,
  • is accepted by the MCA which demonstrates compliance with IMO Res. A.761(18) to maintain proper servicing facilities,
  • uses only properly trained personnel (evidence of personnel authorisation certification by the original Equipment Manufacturer).

The operation and maintenance manual will also include a list of authorised service station where the ship operator can request relevant services.

Further details are contained in MGN 548 (M+F) Inflatable SOLAS certificated liferafts, lifejackets, marine evacuation systems and repair of inflated rescue boats.

If you have any queries regarding the stations on this list, or stations you believe ought to be on this list, please contact your local marine office.

Published 1 May 2014
Last updated 3129 MayJune 2022 + show all updates
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