Hong Kong Regulations

MERCHANT SHIPPING (INSTRUCTIONS TO SURVEYORS) (PASSENGER SHIPS) REGULATIONS - REGULATION 83

Means of making signals of distress

In addition to the wireless telegraphy installation with which all passenger
steamers, unless exempt, are required to be provided and the fog signalling
apparatus required for the purpose of the Collision Regulations, all passenger
steamers are to be provided with means of making distress signals in
accordance with paragraph 84. Surveyors are to satisfy themselves, before
signing their declaration for the issue or renewal of the Safety or Passenger
Certificate that the requisite means of making distress signals have been
provided and are in good order.