Positive Stability
Positive Stability means the condition of a lifeboat such that when it is displaced a small amount in any direction from upright, it returns on its own to the position before displacement.
Source
46 CFR § 160.135-3
Scoping language
In addition to the definitions in the IMO LSA Code (incorporated by reference, see 160.1355 of this subpart), in this subpart, the term: