Which lifeboat LRRS are affected?

In response to an increasing number of serious accidents and fatalities with lifeboats, it was decided to implement new requirements for lifeboats with on-load release hooks – ‘Lifeboat Release and Retrieval Systems’ (LRRS). LRRS that do not comply have to be replaced at the first scheduled dry docking after 1st July 2014, but no later than 1st July 2019. An on load lifeboat hook or LRRS hook can release the lifeboat from the fall wires, with the lifeboat above the water level and with all the crew members inside the boat. The load will be still on the fall wires as the boat would not have touched the water. These type hooks are used on conventional twin fall lifeboats, partially enclosed lifeboats and tender lifeboats are included in these regulations. Free Fall lifeboats are not included.

Cost Effective Replacement Hook Packages

Award winning Safelaunch LRRS package, competitively priced and expertly fitted by our highly trained
and experienced global installation teams.
Our global installation teams can re-hook your lifeboats in a dry dock or in a port of your choice
Turn key solutions project management
All approvals and documentation is handled by the Survitec project team
Hooks and all components available from stock
Survitec can assess your fleet lifeboat hook compliance and offer a cost effective replacement hook package
Over 2,000 re-hooking requirements are currently carried out by Survitec

SAFELAUNCH (RocLoc) - The award-winning Lifeboat release and retrieval system

The award-winning, IMO-compliant Safelaunch release and retrieval system - designed, developed and manufactured by Survitec - features visual indicators, integrated fall prevention device (FPD), is IMO compliant and no modifications are required
Safelaunch has been specifically designed so it can be easily retrofitted to any lifeboat or rescue boat. For cruise tenders or lifeboats the RocLoc is also available
Featuring only the highest quality materials and manufacturing standards, Safelaunch (RocLoc) is reliable and robust – and requires minimum maintenance.
Compliant with all latest SOLAS / LSA regulations for on load release systems and designed for use with any manufacturer’s lifeboat design
Approved for use by DNV-GL, ABS, USGC BV & EC Type Examination and Transport Canada
Fully manufactured from Duplex and 316L Stainless steel including all steelwork and fasteners
Available in three sizes (metric ton carrying capacity per hook): 4.5T, 6.0T & 8.5T. Specialist RocLoc for cruise operators is available in two sizes: 12T & 14T

Manufactured and stocked in the UK by Survitec and fully Approved by the following:

Survitec Re-hooking Approvals