5.1.2 Rescue boat equipment
5.1.2.1 All items of rescue boat equipment, with the exception of boat-hooks which shall
be kept free for fending off purposes, shall be secured within the rescue boat by
lashings, storage in lockers or compartments, storage in brackets or similar mounting
arrangements, or other suitable means. The equipment shall be secured in such a
manner as not to interfere with any launching or recovery procedures. All items of rescue boat equipment shall be as small and of as little mass as possible and shall be
packed in suitable and compact form.