SOLAS LSA Training Manual 4th Edition, SOLAS Training Manual (LSA) 4th Ed. - SOLAS Life Saving Appliances Manual
SOLAS Life-saving Appliances & Survival Techniques Training Manual (LSA) - Fully compliant, 4th Ed. in English and French, 2nd Ed. in Russian and Spanish - Get essential maritime safety knowledge.
SOLAS LIFE SAVING APPLIANCES (LSA) TRAINING MANUAL, 4th ED, 2024 COMPLIANT
User-Friendly SOLAS Training Manual:
The fourth edition of our popular SOLAS Training Manual meets the latest SOLAS requirements. Suitable for use on all SOLAS vessel type and larger non-SOLAS vessels. The Manual is an easy-to-read, user friendly document, presented in an A4, loose-leaf format. The main body describes equipment and procedures generically, and the final section allows the user to insert details applicable to a specific vessel, thus making each document unique and fully compliant with the cited regulations.
Table of Contents - 4th Edition, English:
- Emergency Response / Plans
- Personal Protective Equipment
- Survival Craft
- Launching Survival Craft
- Use of Survival Craft Equipment
- Radio Equipment
- Visual Distress Signals
- Line-Throwing Appliances
- Lifebuoy Equipment
- Man Overboard Recovery
- Survival Techniques
- Search and Rescue Operations
- Equipment Inventory, to make the Manual specific to your vessel
Translated in Various Languages:
Fully compliant 4th Edition 2023 release in French, translated by maritime experts and professionally proofread. Our Spanish and Russian editions (2nd editions from 2007) are also professionally translated and proofread, ensuring the highest quality for maritime content.
Regularly Updated:
The SOLAS LSA Training Manual are unique with the content being constantly updated to keep on top of and meet the fast-changing regulations set by the IMO, MCA and other maritime organisations — giving peace of mind to the end user and surveyors alike.
Why Use I.C. Brindle Manuals?
Our popular Training Manuals take the time and hard work out of preparing such a Manual. They are easy-to-read, up-to-date, user friendly documents, presented in an A4, loose-leaf format. The main body describes equipment and procedures generically, and the final section allows the user to insert details of equipment and procedures applicable to a specific vessel, thus making each document unique and fully compliant with the SOLAS or other legislative requirements applicable to a particular vessel.
The Manuals provide all crew members with general information and instructions concerning the purpose and use of all life-saving appliances and/or fire equipment on board. The loose-leaf presentation permits simple amendment and updating ofdetails relating to a vessel’s equipment and procedures. Use of our Manuals enhances the professional image of the owners and operators and provides uniformity where used across a fleet.
Options include the use of an owner’s own covers, page headers or footers incorporating the owner’s or vessel’s QA control requirements and/or the owner’s or vessel’s logo. Another option is for I.C. Brindle & Co Ltd, to prepare vessel-specific Manuals,either following a survey or from the information gleaned in response to our questionnaire.
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SPECIFICATION
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A4 binder, with 40mm 4-ring mechanism
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Approx 215 pages, many with diagrams or photographs
Contents:
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Emergency Response / Plans
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Personal Protective Equipment
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Survival Craft
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Launching Survival Craft
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Use of Survival Craft Equipment
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Radio Equipment
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Visual Distress Signals
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Line-Throwing Appliances
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Lifebuoy Equipment
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Man Overboard Recovery
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Survival Techniques
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Search and Rescue Operations
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Equipment Inventory, to make the Manual specific to your vessel
ISBN numbers:
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English 4th edition 2021 978-1-905195-27-5
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Spanish 2nd edition 2003 978-1-905195-14-5
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Russian 2nd edition 2003 978-1-905195-15-2
Foreign language editions have been translated by a professional translator working in their native tongue and familiar with maritime language, and proof-read by a second equally-qualified translator.
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What are SOLAS LSA, and Fire Training Manuals?
These SOLAS, LSA and FTM manuals are mandatory onboard documents required under SOLAS regulations. They provide crew with clear instructions on the use, operation, and maintenance of life-saving appliances (LSA) and fire-fighting equipment, helping vessels remain compliant, safe, and inspection-ready through comprehensive maritime publications.
Are these manuals mandatory onboard vessels?
Yes. SOLAS regulations require approved training manuals to be carried onboard applicable vessels. Flag States, Class, and Port State Control surveyors routinely check for up-to-date, compliant manuals during inspections. For peace of mind, and to stay up to date on fast-changing maritime regualtions, make sure you have the correct manuals onboard.
Which vessel require these manuals?
Our manuals are suitable for:
- SOLAS vessels of all types
- Larger non-SOLAS vessels
- Commercial workboats and coded vessels
- Passenger, cargo, offshore support, and specialist vessels
- UK-flagged vessels operating worldwide
Coded Vessel Training Manuals apply specifically to vessels operating under UK Codes (such as Workboat Code 3).
Who typically uses these manuals onboard?
These manuals are used by:
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Masters and skippers
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Crew members
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Safety officers
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Vessel managers
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Suveyors during inspections
They provide a single, consistent reference for onboard safety procedures.
Are I.C. Brindle manuals MCA-recognised and approved by surveyors?
Yes. The I.C Brindle SOLAS LSA, Fire and Checklist manuals are widely accepted by the MCA, Flag Administrations, and surveyors worldwide. They have a proven track record with no known surveyor rejections, giving operators confidence during audits and inspections.
How are I.C. Brindle manuals structured?
All manuals are supplied in an A4 loose-leaf binder format.
- The main sections cover equipment and procedures generically, in line with regulations
- The final section allows vessel-specific details to be added
- This ensures each manual is compliant, practical, and tailored to the individual vessel.
Why is the loose-leaf format of the manuals important?
The loose-leaf format allows:
- Easy updates when regulations change
- Simple amendments after equipment upgrades
- Ongoing compliance without replacing the full manual
- The manuals to be future-proof and cost-effective.
Are the manuals kept up to date with regulation changes?
Yes. Our manuals are regularly reviewed and updated to reflect changes issued by the IMO, MCA, and other maritime authorities. New editions are released when significant regulatory changes come into force.
What is included in the SOLAS LSA Training Manual?
The SOLAS LSA Training Manual covers:
- Survival craft and launching procedures
- Lifebuoys, lifejackets, and immersion suits
- Man overboard recovery
- Radio and distress equipment
- Survival techniques and SAR operations
- Vessel-specific equipment inventory
What is included in the SOLAS Fire Training Manual?
The Fire Training Manual includes:
- Fire prevention and fire dynamics
- Fixed and portable extinguishing systems
- Fire detection and alarm systems
- Command, control, and fire team responsibilities
- Fire safety operations for different vessel types
- Space for vessel-specific equipment and procedures
What is included in the SOLAS Checklist?
The SOLAS Checklist covers:
- Weekly and monthly inspection records for life-saving appliances (LSA) and fire-fighting equipment
- Lifeboats, rescue boats, liferafts, and launching appliances
- Lifejackets, lifebuoys, immersion and anti-exposure suits
- Man overboard recovery equipment
- Fire detection, alarm panels, and emergency systems
- Fire mains, pumps, hydrants, hoses, and nozzles
- Fixed and portable fire-extinguishing systems
- BA, EEBD, firefighter outfits, and charging equipment
- Emergency lighting, signage, and low-location lighting
- Defect recording with rectification tracking
- Cross-referencing to relevant SOLAS chapters and IMO/MSC circulars
- Customisable equipment inventory specific to the vessel
Are I.C. Brindle manuals available in other languages?
Yes. Selected manuals are available in, English, French, Spanish, and Russian. All translations are completed by professional maritime translators and proof-read to ensure technical accuracy.
Can the manuals be customised for our vessel or fleet?
Yes. The manuals can be customised to suit your vessel or fleet. Options include fully vessel-specific manuals prepared by I.C. Brindle, custom covers, headers, footers or logos, and alignment with your company’s QA or Safety Management System (SMS) requirements. This makes the manuals well suited to fleet operators and managed vessels, helping ensure consistency, compliance, and a professional onboard standard across all your vessels.
Are these manuals suitable for coded vessels and workboats?
Yes. We have Coded Vessel and Workboat Code Training Manuals, which are specifically written to meet UK Code requirements, including Workboat Code 3 (5th Edition), and are suitable for vessels under 24m, pilot boats, and specialist watercrafts.
Why choose I.C. Brindle training manuals?
I.C. Brindle training manuals are trusted worldwide because they are regulation-led and inspection-ready, helping operators meet SOLAS, MCA, and Code requirements with confidence. They are easy to read, practical for crews to use onboard, and have a proven track record with surveyors. Supplied in a loose-leaf format, the manuals are designed to be updated rather than replaced, making them suitable for single vessels or entire fleets while supporting safe, legal, and professional operations.
