ASTM F1297-90(2005)
Historical Standard: ASTM F1297-90(2005) Standard Guide for Location and Instruction Symbols for Evacuation and Lifesaving Equipment
SUPERSEDED (see Active link, below)
ASTM F1297
1. Scope
1.1 This guide covers those symbols to be used to identify the location and operation of lifesaving equipment related to evacuation of personnel in the marine environment.
1.2 The symbols depicted should be used whenever graphic representation could assist personnel in locating their emergency stations and equipment and in the operation of such equipment.
1.3 Posters or signs depicting these symbols should be placed in conspicuous locations in the vicinity of survival craft, their launching controls, or other lifesaving equipment.
1.4 The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as standard. The values given in parentheses are for information only.
2. Referenced Documents (purchase separately) The documents listed below are referenced within the subject standard but are not provided as part of the standard.
Safety of Life at Sea Convention
SOLAS 74 International Convention for the Safety of Life at SeaKeywords
emergency stations; evacuation equipment; instruction symbols; lifesaving equipment; marine; safety equipment; Safety of Life at Sea Convention; ship; ship evacuation; SOLAS; survival craft; symbols; Equipment; Evacuation; Health hazards; Lifesaving aid/equipment; Locations; Marine environments; Muster stations; Personnel--safety; Shipbuilding materials (general); Survival craft; Symbols
ICS Code
ICS Number Code 01.080.20 (Graphical symbols for use on specific equipment); 13.200 (Accident and disaster control)
DOI: 10.1520/F1297-90R05
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