Fire Fighting Systems Flashcards
Exemption
• Exemption certificate, if issued, as indicated on the Safety Equipment Certificate (SEC):
- Administration exemption certificate for cargo spaces of ships constructed and solely intended for the carriage of ore, coal, grain, unseasoned timber, or non-combustible cargoes which are deemed by the administration to be of low fire risk.
- Granted only if the ship is fitted with steel hatch covers and effective means of closing ventilators and other openings leading to the cargo spaces.
- Verify that a list of cargoes permitted to be carried is attached to the exemption certificate.
FF System Exam
Spot-check the following in accordance with reference (b), MSM II:
- Verify fire protection equipment provided for the location or space.
- International shore connection.
- Two pumps are present, including remote start operation.
- There are no excessive leaks from mechanical seal, valves, or flanges.
- The main piping, fittings, and nozzles are in good condition, free of excessive corrosion, pitting, and holes, and unauthorized temporary repairs.
- Adequate pressure is provided at the hydrant per reference (e), SOLAS.
- Fire hose stations.
- Able to deliver firefighting water from two nozzles to all parts of the ship. If there is a doubt, have crew demonstrate.
- Fixed fire-extinguishing system.
Space-sealing capabilities where fixed gas systems are present
Examine the fixed pressure water spraying and water mist fire extinguishing systems.
System arranged as indicated on fire control and/or general arrangement plan(s).
Sprinkler pump arranged for automatic activation.
Flow test pump(s) for proper pressure and capacity.
Visually inspect sprinkler heads focusing on areas where sprinklers are subject to oily or dirty environments (galley, engine room, purifier room).
The system’s manual valve(s) are lined up properly ensuring system activates from a remote location as designed, for example, the main freshwater valve.
Fixed high-pressure or low-pressure CO₂ extinguishing systems
System is arranged as indicated in fire control and/or general arrangement plan(s).
Evaluate testing and inspection procedures required by reference
(xx), Fixed Carbon Dioxide Fire-Extinguishing Systems, MSC.1/Circ. 1318.
Operating instructions posted at control stations(s).
Visually examine system components, piping and controls.
Release controls and distribution valves secured to prevent accidental discharge.
Alarms and indicators present and operational.
Safety relief valves present and untampered.
Verify storage room arrangements including ventilation and space closures for protected space openings.
Additional items for low-pressure CO₂ extinguishing systems.
Refrigeration compressors (primary and alternate) are operational. Contents of CO₂ tank checked by tank level indicator.
The system’s manual valve(s) are lined up properly ensuring
system activates from a remote location as designed, for example, the main isolation valve
Fixed low-expansion foam extinguishing system (required for deck foam systems).
System is arranged as indicated in the fire control and/or general arrangement plan(s).
Verify quantity, concentration, periodic testing and performance of foam concentrate.
Verify operation of the foam concentrate pump.
Examine the system’s manual valve(s) are lined up properly ensuring system activates from a remote location as designed, for example, the main sea water valve or foam isolation valves. Refer to reference (yy), for additional guidance.
Fixed high-expansion foam extinguishing system.
System is arranged as indicated in the fire control and/or general arrangement plan(s).
Verify quantity, concentration, periodic testing and performance of foam concentrate.
Verify operation of the foam concentrate pump.
Examine the system’s manual valve(s) are lined up properly, ensuring system activates from a remote location as designed, for example, the main sea water valve or foam isolation valves.
