SSAS regulations are primarily governed by the International Maritime Organization (IMO) under the SOLAS convention. These regulations require certain categories of vessels, including cargo ships over 500 GT and passenger ships, to have a functional SSAS system onboard. The system must be capable of transmitting distress alerts covertly to prevent detection by potential threats. Compliance with these regulations is mandatory, and ships must undergo periodic audits and inspections to ensure adherence.
