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Extensive Maintenance All ships are continuously maintained during the operational period and undergo thorough extensive maintenance and upgrading programs in order to meet all the latest requirements of the IMO.
In accordance with the Maritime Law (SOLAS) following embarkation a safety briefing/drill is carried out which is attended by all passengers. During this exercise which takes place in various languages, the passengers are provided with all the necessary information.
In all Cabins the position of the life jacket is well marked with fluorescent signs. Behind the door in each cabin, there are both written and pictorial instructions of the escape routes/assembly stations and instructions on how to use the life jacket. Members All crewmembers are properly certified in accordance to relevant legislation (STCW 1995). It should also be noted that compared to similar cruise companies Louis employs more crew to offer better service and ensure safety. ISO Members Louis Cruise Lines has a commitment to Quality, Environment and Safety Standards and has established a dedicated department of Safety and Quality Assurance which monitors the implementation of the Company's Safety Management System in accordance with the International Safety Management (ISM) Code. This department also coordinates forthcoming certification to the International Standards on Quality Assurance ISO 9000, the ISO 14000 for environmental management systems and the safety training on board Louis Cruise Ships.
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