Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS)

Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS) is an international maritime treaty that sets minimum safety standards for ship construction, equipment, and operation. The primary goal of SOLAS is to ensure the safety of life at sea by regulating various aspects of maritime safety, including ship design, fire protection, navigation equipment, lifesaving appliances, and emergency procedures. SOLAS applies to all commercial ships engaged in international voyages and is enforced by the International Maritime Organization (IMO).

Chapter V (SOLAS V) of SOLAS refers to the Safety of Navigation for all vessels at sea, including recreational vessels.