12.1 Fire Prevention and Fire-Fighting Appliances
GENERAL KNOWLEDGE OF FIRE FIGHTING APPLIANCES
Fire Fighting Appliances and Fire Control Systems ~
A) Portable Extinguishers ~
- Water Type
- Foam Type (*Chemical & *Mechanical)
- CO₂ Type.
- Dry Chemical Powder
B) Semi-Portable Extinguishers
- CO2
- DCP
- Foam (Mech)
C) Fixed Fire Extinguishers
- CO2 Total Flooding System (for E/R,Pump Rm & Cargo Holds)
- Pressurized Water Sprinkler System (Accommodation)
- Fire Main System & Associated Equipment’s
- Fixed Foam System & Foam Generator
- Fixed DCP System
- HP Water Mist system
D) SAFETY EQUIPMENT (PPE) FOR FIGHTING A FIRE
- Self-Contained Air Breathing Apparatus (SCABA)
- Water-proof Heat-Resistant protective clothing (Fireman’s Suit)
- Electrically non-conductive Boots and Gloves
- Rigid Helmets
- Axe with Insulated handle
- Belt for carrying the ancillary
- Battery operated Safety lamp
E) OTHER CRITICAL EQUIPMENTS RELATED TO FIRE PREVENTION & FIRE CONTROL
- Emergency Generator
- Emergency Air Compressor
- Emergency Air Bottle.
- Emergency Fire Pump
- Quick Closing Valves
- Remote Stops for Fuel Oil Pumps
- Remote Operation of E/R Funnel Flaps
- Remote Operation of E/ Rm Ventilators Fans & Trunking flaps.
- BA Compressor
- International Shore Connection
- Fire Detection System
- UPS for FDS and Navigation Aids (24V DC Supply)
- Communication Systems
- Fire Safety Plan
- Muster List & Alarms
- Anti-Splash Tapes
- Temp Sensing Laser Gun
- Emergency Escape
- Electromagnetic Fire Door
- Fire Door Fire Exit
- Retro Reflective IMO Signs
IMO Rules on Safety Equipment.
All regulations related to design and operational standards of FPFF are Governed by SOLAS and FSS (Fire Safety Systems) Code book and must satisfy Administration (Government Agency eg: DG Shipping).
IMO FIRE CONTROL SYMBOLS
