Fire Fighting Equipments

Question 1

Fire Hoses and Nozzles

Answer 1

 Locations consistent with fire control plan.

 Proper stowage, includes spanner wrench.

 Adequate length, quantity to reach all areas of the ship.

 Maintained in serviceable condition.

Question 2

Portable Fire Extinguishers

Answer 2

 Locations consistent with Fire Control Plan.  Verify proper stowage.

 Maintained in serviceable condition.

 Proper type and quantity of spare charges

Question 3

FFE or Technical locker

Answer 3

 Ensure inventory conforms to reference (e), SOLAS, and reference

(s), International Code for Fire Safety Systems (FSS) Code, for additional guidance.

 Verify lockers are illuminated from an emergency power source.  Ensure firefighting equipment is stowed in widely separated spaces (more than one location).

Question 4

FF outfit

Answer 4

• A firefighter’s outfit consists of a set of personal equipment and a breathing apparatus which includes:

 Two-way portable radio communications, as applicable, provided for each member of the fire patrol and emergency response teams.

 Protective clothing material that shields skin from fires, radiated heat, burns, and scalding by steam.

 Boots made of rubber, or another electrically non-conducting material.

 Rigid helmet providing effective impact protection.

 Electric safety lamp, hand lantern.

 Axe with high-voltage insulated handle.

 Self-contained compressed air-operated breathing apparatus

capable of functioning for at least 30 minutes. All cylinders are interchangeable.

 Fireproof lifeline at least 30 meters long and equipped with a snap hook to attach to the apparatus.

 Verify means to refill air bottles onboard the ship is provided, as applicable.

 If fitted with firefighter’s outfits specifically to be used for training, ensure suits are clearly marked and distinguishable from actual firefighting outfits.

Ensure all items in the locker are stowed and ready for immediate use and clearly marked.