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Each flag state's reply/instruction for Unified Interpretation regarding the suction heads of fixed emergency fire pumps
As already advised in ClassNK Technical Information No.TEC-0860 dated 8 August 2011 and TEC-0887 dated on 6 January 2012, in relation to each flag state's instruction for Unified Interpretation regarding the suction heads of fixed emergency fire pumps, the Administration of Hong Kong and Singapore have additionally advised the instruction/agreement as follows. In response, ClassNK Technical Information No.TEC-0860 2(1) "Hong Kong" and No. TEC-0887 "Instruction from the Administration of Singapore" have been modified as follows. Instruction from the Administration of Hong Kong: Hong Kong registered ships constructed in between 1 January 2012 and as of today are to be in full compliance with the requirements of MSC.1/Circ.1388. Should any Hong Kong regiFire Protection Systems and Appliances for the Marshall Islands flag vessels
The Marshall Islands Government informed ClassNK the special requirements for Fire Protection Systems and Appliances for the Marshall Islands flag vessels(Marine Notice No.2-011-14 Rev.2/12) as follows. 1. Use of Halon systems SOLAS '74, Reg.II-2/10 permits the use of Halons as fire extinguishing media on ships built before 1 October 1994. It is not established a phase-out date for existing Halon systems. However, it should be noted that the release of Halons into the atmosphere when testing existing systems is prohibited. In addition, the European Commission considers that supply of a non-EU flagged ship in an EU-port with Halon an illegal export. Therefore, in a case where Halon is discharged for whatever reason, refilling of such systems on non-EU flaMaintenance, inspection and test of Fixed Dry Chemical Powder Fire-Extinguishing Systems and Appliances on board the Marshall Islands flagged ships
The Marshall Islands Government has informed ClassNK of Marine Notice No.2-011-14 Rev.2/12, "Maintenance and Inspection of Fire Protection System and Appliances". The essential point of the Notice is the addition of the requirement for Maintenance, inspection and test of Fixed Dry Chemical Powder Fire-Extinguishing Systems as shown below. The requirements only are shown below. As necessary, please refer to the original text of the Guideline which is available on Marshall Islands Government Internet Homepage (http://www.register-iri.com). Maintenance, inspection and test of Fixed Dry Chemical Powder Fire-Extinguishing Systems 1. Fixed dry-powder fire-extinguishing systems are to be serviced and tested by the approved service supplier in accordance with tNew instruction for Unified Interpretation regarding the suction heads of fixed emergency fire pumps from Marshall Islands Flag
As already advised in ClassNK Technical Information No.TEC-0860 dated 8 August 2011 in relation to each flag states' instruction for Unified Interpretation regarding the suction heads of fixed emergency fire pumps, the Administration of Marshall Islands has additionally advised the instruction. In response, ClassNK Technical Information No.TEC-0860(2) "Marshall Islands" has been modified as follows. Instruction from the Administration of Marshall Islands: The unified interpretation of MSC.1/Circ.1388, when applying relevant provisions of chapter 12 of the FSS Code, to be applied for ships constructed on or after 1 January 2012 and were contracted after 10 December 2010 (the issued date of MSC/Circ.1388). However, exemptions may be considered by the AdmiNew instruction for Unified Interpretation regarding the suction heads of fixed emergency fire pumps from Liberian Flag
As already advised in ClassNK Technical Information No.TEC-0860 dated 8 August 2011, TEC-0861 dated 11 August 2011 and ClassNK Technical Information No.TEC-0887 dated 6 January 2012 in relation to each flag states' instruction for Unified Interpretation regarding the suction heads of fixed emergency fire pumps, the Administration of Liberia has newly advised the instruction as follows. Instruction from the Administration of Liberia: The Administration of Liberia agrees that the implementation scheme of the Interpretation for the emergency fire pump based on CONTRACTED for construction on or after 1 January 2012, namely, IACS UI SC 178(rev.1) as it is. Upon receiving the reply/instruction from flag states other than the above, please be advised that ClNew instruction for Unified Interpretation regarding the suction heads of fixed emergency fire pumps from Singapore, Belgium and Red Ensign Group Technical Forum (including the UK, Bermuda, British Virgin Islands, Cayman Islands, Gibraltar, the Isle of Man
As already advised in ClassNK Technical Information No.TEC-0860 dated 8 August 2011 and TEC-0861 dated on 11 August 2011, in relation to each flag states' instruction for Unified Interpretation regarding the suction heads of fixed emergency fire pumps, the Administration of Singapore, Belgium and Red Ensign Group Technical Forum (including the UK, Bermuda, British Virgin Islands, Cayman Islands, Gibraltar and the Isle of Man) have newly advised the instruction/agreement as follows. Instruction from the Administration of Singapore: For Singapore-registered ships, Unified Interpretation is applicable to ships of which keel is laid on or after 1 January 2012, however, excluding ships of which contract to build is signed before 10 December 2010. InstructiThis Technical Information became null and void on 29 Oct 2015.
Special requirements for emergency escape breathing device(EEBD) regarding Bahamas flagged vessels
The Bahamian Government has notified ClassNK of special requirements for emergency escape breathing device(EEBD) on board the Bahamas flagged vessels as follows. 1. SOLAS Chapter II-2 specifies the carriage requirement for EEBD in accommodation spaces as follows: (1) Cargo ships : Not less than two; (2) Passenger ships : Not less than two in each main vertical zone (3) Passenger ships carrying more than 36 passengers : In addition to the number specified in (2) above, not less than 2 in each main vertical zone. 2. The number and location of EEBD to be provided in the machinery spaces is available in IMO Circular MSC/Circ.1081. 3. All ships shall carry spare EEBDs that shall be located in a control station. The number of spares carried on board shallConfirmation of Periodical Surveys for Emergency Fire Pumps
In recent years, there have been many reported cases of problems with Emergency Fire Pump, especially, self-priming pump and associated equipment that are direct result of poor maintenance. In many of these cases, the problems were so minor that they could have been easily avoided through performing simple maintenance on site. Emergency Fire Pumps are required to be promptly activated without fail in the event of a fire which means that they need to be kept in good working condition at all times. Therefore, relevant requirements of ClassNK Rules have been added regarding the maintenance of Emergency Fire Pumps on 30 June 2011, ClassNK would like to simply remind that confirmation of overhaul inspection record of the self priming pump and associated equipThis Technical Information became null and void on 16 Mar 2017.
Periodical Inspection and Maintenance of Fire-Fighting Systems and Portable Fire Extinguishers on board Malaysian Flag Vessels
With reference to the periodical inspection and maintenance of fire-fighting systems and portable fire extinguishers on board Malaysian flag vessels, the flag requirements have been informed by ClassNK Technical Information No.TEC-0631 dated 14 June 2005. The Malaysian Government has notified ClassNK of the amended requirements as follows. This ClassNK Technical Information supersedes the previous ClassNK Technical Information No.TEC-0631. 1. Periodical inspection and maintenance of fire-extinguishing system (General) (1) All types of permanently installed fire-fighting systems, all types of portable fire extinguishers and breathing apparatus air cylinders must be subjected to periodical inspection and maintenance every year, by authorized service ageThis Technical Information became null and void on 10 Dec 2012.
Maintenance and inspection of Fire-Protection Systems and Appliances on board the Marshall Islands flagged ships
The Marshall Islands Government has informed ClassNK of Marine Notice No.2-011-14 Rev4/11, "Maintenance and Inspection of Fire Protection system and Appliances". The essential points of the Notice are shown below. The previous ClassNK Technical Information No.TEC-0630 is now superseded. The requirements only are shown below. As necessary, please refer to the original text of the Notice which is available on Marshall Islands Government Internet Homepage (http://www.register-iri.com). Main points of changes are as follows; 1. Fixed CO2 Fire-Extinguishing Systems - Hydrostatic testing of high pressure cylinders [Old] All cylinders at 20 years interval [New] 10% cylinders at 10 years interval. - Flexible hoses To be replaced at the intervals recommendThis Technical Information became null and void on 25 Jun 2012.
Maintenance, inspection and test of Fire-Protection Systems and Appliances on board the Panama-registered ships
The Panama Government has informed ClassNK of Merchant Marine Circular No.226, "Guidelines for the Maintenance and Inspection of Fire-Protection Systems and Appliances", which is in reference to maintenance, inspection and test of Fire-Protection System and Appliances on board the Panama-registered ships. The essential points of the Guidelines are shown below. The previous ClassNK Technical Information No.TEC-0511 is now superseded. The requirements only are shown below. As necessary, please refer to the original text of the Guideline which is available on Panama Government Internet Homepage (http://www.segumar.com). Main points of changes are as follows; 1. Fixed CO2 Fire-Extinguishing Systems - Hydrostatic testing of high pressure cylinders [Old] AThis Technical Information became null and void on 26 Dec 2014.
Spare Charges, Additional Fire Extinguishers and Refilling of Extinguishers onboard the Panama flag vessels
The Panama Government informed ClassNK the special requirements for Spare Charges, Additional Fire Extinguishers and Refilling of Extinguishers onboard the Panama flag vessels (Merchant Marine Circular No.226) as follows. 1. Spare charges and Refilling for portable fire extinguishers (1) Spare charges shall be provided for 100% of the first 10 extinguishers and 50% of the remaining fire extinguishers capable of being recharged onboard. Not more than 60 total spare charges are required. Instructions for recharging should be carried onboard. (2) For fire extinguishers which can not be recharged onboard, additional portable fire extinguishers of the same quantity, type, capacity and number as determined in above (1) shall be provided. (3) Periodic refilliThis Technical Information became null and void on 4 Jun 2021.
Maintenance, inspection and test of Fire-Protection Systems and Appliances on board the Bahamas-registered ships
The Bahamas Maritime Authority (hereinafter mentioned as "BMA") has informed ClassNK of BMA Information Bulletin No.29 "Emergency Escape Breathing Devices (EEBD)" and No. 97 Rev.1 "Fire Fighting Equipment", which are in reference to maintenance, inspection and test of Fire-Protection System and Appliances on board the Bahamas-registered ships. The essential points of the Guidelines are shown below. The previous ClassNK Technical Information No.TEC-0711 is now superseded. The requirements only are shown below. As necessary, please refer to the original text of the Guideline which is available on BMA Internet Homepage (http://www.bahamasmaritime.com). Main points of changes are as follows: 1. Fixed CO2 Fire-Extinguishing Systems - Hydrostatic testing of hNew instruction for Unified Interpretation regarding the suction heads of fixed emergency fire pumps from Maltese flag
As already advised by ClassNK Technical Information No.TEC-0860 dated 8 August 2011, in relation to each flag state's instruction for Unified Interpretation regarding the suction heads of fixed emergency fire pumps, the Administration of Malta has newly advised the instruction as follows. Instruction from the Administration of Malta: It is acceptable to apply Unified Interpretation IACS UI SC178 (rev.1) regarding the suction heads of fixed emergency fire pumps as it is, i.e., apply for ships contracted for construction on or after 1 January 2012. Upon receiving the reply/instruction from flag states other than the above, please be advised that ClassNK Technical Information would be issued time to time. For any questions about the above, pleasEach flag state's reply/instruction for Unified Interpretation regarding the suction heads of fixed emergency fire pumps
1. General The Maritime Safety Committee at the eighty-eighth session (MSC88) held in December 2010, approved the unified interpretation of the provision of chapter of the FSS Code Chapter 12.2.2.1.3 regarding the suction heads of fixed emergency fire pumps as IMO MSC.1/Circ. 1388. According to this interpretation, it is stipulated that the suction should be submerged at the waterlines corresponding to the level of 2/3 immersion of the propeller at even keel and the arrival ballast condition without cargo and with 10% stores/fuel etc. And this interpretation is applied to ships constructed on or after 1 January 2012 (reference is made to the Attachment 1). This interpretation is based on the IACS Unified Interpretation (IACS UI), and in response to the aboPressure Test of Cylinders of High Pressure CO2 fire-extinguishing systems on board Denmark Flagged Vessels
Danish Maritime Authority has noticed ClassNK of the Administration Requirements for pressure test of cylinders of high pressure CO2 fire-extinguishing systems on board Denmark flagged vessels as per attached (DMA Class Circular no.: 06/2009). In this regard, your necessary action would be appreciated. For cylinders of high pressure CO2 fire-extinguishing systems are to be pressure tested in accordance with the following principles: -1. CO2 cylinders are to be pressure tested every ten years. -2. If, at an external inspection in connection with the annual surveys, the CO2 cylinders are in a satisfactory condition, the first pressure test interval may be extended to 20 years. However, this relaxation is not applicable to the following cylinders: (1) CControls for fixed carbon dioxide fire-extinguishing systems for ships constructed before 1 October 1994
As for the controls of fixed carbon dioxide fire-extinguishing systems, amended by the Resolution MSC.256(84) at IMO MSC84 on May 2008, please be informed as follows. 1. Revised regulation By the first scheduled dry-docking after 1 January 2010, fixed carbon dioxide fire-extinguishing systems for the protection of machinery spaces and cargo pump-rooms on ships constructed before 1 July 2002 shall comply with the provisions of paragraph 2.2.2 of chapter 5 of the Fire Safety Systems Code. The ships constructed on or after 1 October 1994 have been already applied the requirement, since ClassNK Rules have adopted the below requirement. [Chapter 5 2.2.2 Controls, FSS code] Carbon dioxide systems shall comply with the following requirements: - 1 two sInadvertent discharges of Fixed CO2 fire extinguishing systems - ANSUL CO2 cylinder valves
Information has been received about a critical problem involving ANSUL high pressure carbon dioxide fire extinguishing systems. There have been several instances of this particular fire extinguishing system discharging without human intentional or accidental involvement. The system manufacturer, ANSUL, has identified the suspect CO2 cylinder valves as those having a date code between 10-07 and 06-08. This date code is located on a flat surface immediately above the threaded section which enters the cylinder and opposite the discharge outlet. A bulletin from ANSUL giving further details is attached with this Technical Information. It is strongly recommended that owners and operators who have ANSUL high pressure carbon dioxide fire extinguishing systeThis Technical Information became null and void on 24 Jan 2014.
Periodical Maintenance, Inspection and Testing for Fire Protection Systems, and Appliances and Compressed Gas Cylinders onboard Maltese Flagged Vessels (Partly Amended)
Malta Maritime Authority has notified ClassNK of the Administration Requirements, Item 1.17.1 for periodical maintenance, inspection and testing for fire protection systems, and appliances and compressed gas cylinders onboard Maltese flagged vessels as per attached. The requirements of portable fire extinguishers are amended in accordance with IMO Resolution A.951(23), however, test pressures of hydrostatic test are not changed. Further, the requirements of cylinders for refrigerant gases and gases for burning equipment are deleted. This ClassNK Technical Information supersedes the previous ClassNK Technical Information No.TEC-0548 dated 1 October 2003. For any questions about the above, please contact: NIPPON KAIJI KYOKAI (ClassNK) Survey DepartApplication for Service Extensions or Dispensations of life-savings/fire-fighting appliances and Extension of Statutory Certificates for Marshall Islands Flag Ships
The Government of the Marshall Islands has notified the procedures of the Service Extensions/Dispensations and Extension of Certificates for the ships flying Marshall Islands flag as below. 1. Service Extensions or Dispensations of life-savings/fire-fighting appliances As instructed by the Marine Notice No.2-011-26 as attached, Application Procedure for Service Extensions/Dispensations of certain equipment or life-savings/fire-fighting appliances for the ships flying Marshall Islands flag has been notified. In case where the ship owner, ship manager or ship master requests any Service Extensions or Dispensations of them with a legitimate grounds, please contact the Administration directly using Form TEC-02 in Marine Notice No.2-011-26. 2. Extension oThis Technical Information became null and void on 10 Mar 2016.
Fixed Dry Chemical Powder Fire Extinguishing Systems for New Construction Marshall Islands flagged LNG/LPG Vessels
The Marshall Islands Government has notified ClassNK of special requirements for Fixed Dry Chemical Powder Fire Extinguishing Systems on deck the Marshall Islands flagged vessels as follows. Fixed Dry Chemical Powder Fire Extinguishing Systems for New Construction LNG/LPG Vessels: For Fixed dry chemical powder fire extinguishing systems for LNG/LPG vessels, this system should be carried out the following commissioning test prior to delivery. 1. The commissioning test shall demonstrate the proper functioning of hand monitors and hose lines, as well as remote operated monitors, as designed. 2. The system test shall be conducted utilizing dry chemical powder and propellant gas identical to that employed in the system. 3. Dispersion on deck of the dPeriodic Inspection, Testing and Maintenance of Compressed Gas Cylinders, Fire Extinguishers and Fixed Fire-fighting System onboard the Isle of Man Flagged Vessels
Government of the Isle of Man has notified of Industry Circular No.6 Amended September 2006 for amended periodic inspection, testing and maintenance of compressed gas cylinders, fire extinguishers and fixed fire-fighting system onboard the Isle of Man Flagged Vessels as per attached. This ClassNK Technical Information supersedes the previous ClassNK Technical Information No.TEC-0554 dated 10 November 2003. For any questions about the above, please contact: NIPPON KAIJI KYOKAI (ClassNK) Survey Department, Administration Center, Head Office Address: 4-7 Kioi-cho, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo 102-8567, Japan Tel.: +81-3-5226-2027 / 2028 Fax: +81-3-5226-2029 E-mail: svd@classnk.or.jp Attachment: 1. Industrial Circular No.6 Amended September 2006 2. IndusEmergency escape breathing devices (EEBDs) onboard the Vanuatu flagged vessels
The Vanuatu Government has notified ClassNK of special requirements for the emergency escape breathing device on board the Vanuatu flagged vessels as follows. Emergency Escape Breathing Devices (EEBDs): For machinery spaces, the vessels shall have 200% coverage for engine room watch personnel, plus 1, with a minimum of 5 on off shore supply vessels, and 7 on all other SOLAS ships. For any questions about the above, please contact: NIPPON KAIJI KYOKAI (ClassNK) Material and Equipment Department, Administration Center, Head Office Address: 4-7 Kioi-cho, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo 102-8567, Japan Tel.: +81-3-5226-2020 Fax: +81-3-5226-2057 E-mail: eqd@classnk.or.jpThis Technical Information became null and void on 21 Sep 2011.
Inspection, Testing and Survey Requirements of Fixed Gas Installations, Portable Fire Extinguishers and Emergency Escape Breathing Devices (EEBDs) onboard Bahamian Flagged Vessels
The Bahamas Maritime Authority has notified ClassNK of BMA Information Bulletin No.97 and No.29 regarding the inspection, testing and survey requirements of fixed gas installations, portable fire extinguishers and emergency escape breathing apparatus (EEBDs) as follows. This ClassNK Technical Information supersedes the ClassNK Technical Information No.TEC-0410 dated 10 July 2001 and No.TEC-0477 dated 25 August 2002. 1. Fixed Carbon Dioxide (CO2) and Halon Gas Installations (1) General Inspection and Maintenance (i) A visual inspection of all cylinders forming part of affixed fire extinguishing installation shall be carried out annually by a competent person. The inspection shall include a means of determining if any leakage has occurred and verificatThis Technical Information became null and void on 14 Aug 2014.
Maintenance and Inspection of Fire Protection Systems, Appliances and Emergency Equipment on board Cayman Islands Flagged Vessels
The Cayman Islands Shipping Registry (CISR) has notified ClassNK of Shipping Notice No. MACI 002/2007 relating the maintenance and inspection of fire protection systems, appliances and emergency equipment. This ClassNK Technical Information supersedes the ClassNK Technical Information No.TEC-0669 dated 10 August 2006. For any questions about the above, please contact: For questions on requirements of maintenance, inspection and testing NIPPON KAIJI KYOKAI (ClassNK) Survey Department, Administration Center, Head Office Address: 4-7 Kioi-cho, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo 102-8567, Japan Tel.: +81-3-5226-2027 / 2028 Fax: +81-3-5226-2029 E-mail: svd@classnk.or.jp For questions on requirements of spares NIPPON KAIJI KYOKAI (ClassNK) Material and EquipmeThis Technical Information became null and void on 2 Dec 2013.
Maintenance, Inspection and Tests of Fire-Protection and Fire Fighting Systems on board Singapore Flagged Ships (Partly amended)
The Singapore Government has notified that requirements of the maintenance, inspection and test of fire fighting equipment on board Singapore flag vessels were partly amended in Shipping Circular No.26 of 2005 and No.28 of 2006. This ClassNK Technical Information supersedes the previous ClassNK Technical Information No.TEC-0628 dated 27 May 2005. 1. Portable fire extinguishers (1) Portable fire extinguishers shall be examined periodically but not exceeding one year by a competent person in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions and inspection guide in table 9.1.3 of IMO Resolution A.951(23). (2) A competent person can be determined and appointed by the Management Company in ISM Code. (3) At least one extinguisher of each type manufactured iFire extinguishing systems onboard the Cayman Islands flagged vessels
The Cayman Islands Government has noticed ClassNK of the special requirements for fire extinguishing systems (emergency breathing devices, spare charges for portable fire extinguishers and spare charges for self-contained breathing apparatus) onboard the Cayman Islands flagged vessels (Shipping Notice CISN 04/04 and 10a/2004) as follows. 1. Emergency breathing devices (EEBDs) (1) Spare EEBDs shall be provided on board either in the area of navigation bridge, fire control station or storage room. (2) The number of spare EEBDs carried onboard cargo ships shall be 50% of the total number carried. 2. Spare charges for portable fire extinguishers (1) Spare charges shall be provided for 100% of the first 10 extinguishers and 50% of the remaining fire extiFire control plans onboard the Singapore flag ships
This Technical Information is to inform you that, according to circulars issued by the Government of the Republic of Singapore, the fire control plans onboard the Singapore flag ships shall be in accordance with the following IMO Resolutions and MSC/Circular. 1. Resolution A.952(23) The graphical symbols used for fire control plans onboard ships constructed on or after 1 January 2004 should be of the same shapes and colour as shown in Resolution A.952(23). 2. Resolution A.654(16) The graphical symbols used for fire control plans onboard ships constructed before 1 January 2004 should be of the same shapes and colour as shown in Resolution A.654(16). However, if these fire control plans are revised in its entirety, meaning re-developed and drawn, then thThis Technical Information became null and void on 24 Nov 2011.
Periodical Inspection and Maintenance of Fire-Fighting Systems and Portable Fire Extinguishers on board Malaysian Flag Vessels
With reference to the periodical inspection and maintenance of fire-fighting systems and portable fire extinguishers on board Malaysian flag vessels, the flag requirements have been informed by ClassNK Technical Information No. TEC-0472 dated 1 August 2002. The Malaysian Government has notified ClassNK of the amended requirements regarding hydraulic pressure test as follows. This ClassNK Technical Information supersedes the previous ClassNK Technical Information No. TEC-0472. 1. Periodical inspection and maintenance of fire-extinguishing system (General) (1) All types of permanently installed fire-fighting systems, all types of portable fire extinguishers and breathing apparatus air cylinders must be subjected to periodical inspection and maintenanceThis Technical Information became null and void on 21 Nov 2011.
Maintenance and Inspection of Fire-Protection Systems and Appliances on board Marshall Islands Flag Vessels (partly amended for the requirement of Fixed Halon System, Fixed Foam System and Emergency Escape Breathing Devices)
With reference to the maintenance and inspection of fire-protection systems and appliances on board Marshall Islands flag vessels, the flag requirements have been informed by ClassNK Technical Information No. TEC-0421 dated 28 September 2001. The Marshall Islands Government has notified ClassNK of the Marine Notice No. 2-011-14 Rev. 2/05 and No. 2-011-11 Rev. 2/05 including the amendments regarding Fixed Halon System, Fixed Foam System and Emergency Escape Breathing Devices (EEBDs). For your convenience, partial amendments to the original text of the Guidelines are made, which are available on the Marshall Islands Government web site (http://www.register-iri.com/index.cfm). This ClassNK Technical Information supersedes the previous ClassNK Technical IThis Technical Information became null and void on 16 Mar 2017.
Maintenance and Inspection of Fire-Protection Systems and Appliances on board Liberian Flag Vessels (partly amended for the requirement of Fixed Foam System and Emergency Escape Breathing Devices)
With reference to the maintenance and inspection of fire-protection systems and appliances on board Liberian flag vessels, the flag requirements have been informed by ClassNK Technical Information No. TEC-0421 dated 28 September 2001. The Liberian Government has notified ClassNK of the Marine Notice FIR-001 Rev. 11/02 including the amendments regarding Fixed Foam System and Emergency Escape Breathing Devices (EEBDs) as per attached. This ClassNK Technical Information supersedes the previous ClassNK Technical Information No. TEC-0421. For any questions about the above, please contact: NIPPON KAIJI KYOKAI (ClassNK) Survey Department, Administration Center, Head Office Address: 4-7 Kioi-cho, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo 102-8567, Japan Tel.: +81-3-5226-2027 /Portable fire extinguishers and Fire control plans on board the Netherlands flagged ships
The Government of the Netherlands has notified us of their requirements for portable fire extinguishers and fire control plans on board the Netherlands flagged ships. 1. Portable fire extinguishers (the thing itself): IMO Resolution A.951(23) is required to apply in addition to EU Directive. (However, the test pressure applied when manufacturing may be 1.5 times the maximum working pressure.) Each extinguishers should be clearly marked with the following minimum information: (I) name of the manufacturer, (ii) types of fire and rating for which the extinguisher is suitable, (iii) type and quantity of extinguishing medium, (iv) approval details, (v) instructions for use and recharge (it is recommended that operating instructions be given in pictorialPeriodical Maintenance, Inspection and Testing of Portable Fire Extinguishers on board the Netherlands Flag Ships
The Government of Netherlands has notified ClassNK to follow the requirements for periodic maintenance, inspection and testing of portable fire extinguishers defined by IMO Res. A. 951 (23) on board the Netherlands flag ships as follows: Periodic Maintenance, Inspection and Testing of Portable Fire Extinguishers 1. Extinguishers should be subject to periodical inspections in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions and serviced at intervals not exceeding one year. 2. At least one extinguisher of each type manufactured in the same year and kept on board a ship should be test discharged at five yearly intervals (as pert of a fire drill). 3. All extinguishers together with propellant cartridges should be hydraulically tested in accordance with theThis Technical Information became null and void on 3 Dec 2012.
Periodical inspection, maintenance and tests of fire extinguishing system etc. on board the Hong Kong flag ships (partly amended for the requirements of CO2/Halon Fixed Fire-fighting Installation Systems)
To whom it may concern The Hong Kong Government has notified ClassNK of the new requirements for periodical inspection, maintenance and tests of the CO2/Halon fixed fire-fighting installation systems on board Hong Kong flag ships as follows. This ClassNK Technical Information supersedes the previous ClassNK Technical Information No. TEC-0490 dated 15 November 2002. For your reference, the requirements as mentioned following paragraph 1. To 4. Have been remained same with ClassNK Technical Information No. TEC-0490. 1. Fire extinguishers (1) Fire extinguishers should be examined annually by a competent person, who in this case may be taken to be the ship's senior deck and engineer officers. (2) Each extinguisher should be provided with a sign indicGraphical symbols for Fire Control Plans onboard the Hong Kong flagged vessels
The Hong Kong Government has notified ClassNK of the graphical symbols of fire control plans onboard the Hong Kong flagged vessels. The graphical symbols related to fire control plans as set out in IMO Resolution A. 654(16) should be used in the plans onboard the Hong Kong flagged vessels. All Hong Kong flagged vessels constructed on or after 1 January 2004 are encouraged to apply the graphical symbols in IMO Resolution A. 952(23). Symbols are not required to be in color. IMO Resolution A. 952(23) can be downloaded from the following URL. Http://www.mardep.gov.hk/en/msnote/pdf/msin0407anx.pdf This ClassNK Technical Information supersedes the previous ClassNK Technical Information No. TEC-0455 dated 8 May 2002 and replaces the special requirement foEmergency escape breathing devices (EEBD) onboard the Belize flagged vessels
The Belize Government has notified ClassNK of the special requirements for EEBDs onboard the Belize flagged vessels, and then the latest requirements are as follows: Emergency escape breathing devices (EEBD) 1. EEBDs should be provided in accommodation spaces as stated below. (1) For cargo ships: 2 EEBDs and 1 spare EEBD. (2) For passenger ships carrying not more than 36 passenger: 2 EEBDs for each main vertical zone, except those defined in the regulation SOLASⅡ-2/13. 3. 4. 5, and a total of 2 spare EEBDs. (3) For passenger ships carrying more than 36 passengers: 4 EEBDs for each main vertical zone, except those defined in the regulation SOLASⅡ-2/13. 3. 4. 5, and a total of 2 spare EEBDs. 2. EEBDs should be provided in machinery spaces whereThis Technical Information became null and void on 23 Oct 2023.
Special requirements for life-saving appliances and fire fighting arrangement on board Manx flagged vessels
It has already been informed by ClassNK Technical Information No. TEC-0485 of 25 October 2002 regarding the special requirements for life-saving appliances on board Manx flagged vessels. In this connection, the Manx Government has notified newly ClassNK of instructions in relation to both life-saving appliances and fire fighting arrangement. Both the essential points of the requirements are shown below. This ClassNK Technical Information supersedes the previous ClassNK Technical Information No. TEC-0485 dated 25 October 2002. 1. Maintenance of Falls used in Launching (1) Falls used in launching any survival craft shall be turned end for end at intervals not exceeding 30 months and shall be renewed whenever necessary due to deterioration or at the eSpare charges for portable fire extinguishers on Singapore flagged vessels
The Singapore Government has noticed ClassNK of the special requirement (Shipping Circular No. 4 dated 12 February 2004) for spare charges for portable fire extinguishers onboard the Singapore flagged vessels as follows: This special requirement requires applying to the existing ships at this time though the requirement is only applied to new ships under SOLAS as amended in 2000 (constructed on or after 1 July 2002). ClassNK will confirm the compliance with this special requirement at the first periodical safety equipment survey on or after 1 July 2004. Spare charges for portable fire extinguishers 1. Spare charges shall be provided for 100 % of the first 10 extinguishers and 50 % of the remaining fire extinguishers capable of being recharged onboarFire fighting equipments onboard the Hong Kong flagged vessels
The Hong Kong Government has noticed ClassNK of the special requirements for EEBDs and Smoke Helmet ? Type Breathing Apparatus onboard the Hong Kong flagged vessels as attachments, and then the latest requirements are as follows: 1. Emergency escape breathing device (EEBD) (1) EEBDs should be provided in accommodation spaces as stated below. (I) For cargo ships : 2 EEBDs and 1 set of spare. (ii) For passenger ships carrying not more than 36 passenger : 2 EEBDs for each main vertical zone except those defined in the regulation SOLASⅡ-2/13.3.4.5, and a total of 2 EEBDs of spare. (iii) For passenger ships carrying more than 36 passengers : 4 EEBDs for each main vertical zone except those defined in the regulation 1 SOLASⅡ-2/13.3.4.5, and a total of 2Extension of hydraulic pressure test for CO2 bottles and fire extinguishers of non-passenger vessel
The Greek Government has notified ClassNK for the extension of hydraulic pressure test for CO2 bottles and fire extinguishers of non-passenger vessels on board the Greek flag vessels as follows: Hydraulic pressure test of CO2 bottles and fire extinguishers for non-passenger vessels specified by the Greek Government can be extended by the Administration or the attending classification society issuing the vessel's statutory certificates, if there is no possibility to perform the test due to unavailability of shore facilities at specific ports or due to vessel's tight schedule. This extension can be given to the next port of call with availability of relevant shore facilities and can be given provided that after inspection of the relevant bottles by the AdmiInterval of abandon ship and fire drills regarding Malta flagged cargo ships
The Malta government has notified ClassNK of interval of abandon ship and fire drills as follows: Regarding the Regulation 19.3.2 of Chapter III of 1996 Amendments to 1974 SOLAS, abandon ship and fire drills onboard all Malta flagged cargo ships should be carried out at the intervals of two weeks. For any questions about the above, please contact: NIPPON KAIJI KYOKAI (ClassNK) Material and Equipment Department, Administration Center, Head Office Address: 4-7 Kioi-cho, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo 102-8567, Japan Tel.: +81-3-5226-2020 Fax: +81-3-5226-2057 E-mail: eqd@classnk.or.jpFire extinguishing systems on Panama flagged vessels
The Government of the Republic of Panama has noticed us of the special requirements for fire extinguishing systems (fire extinguishing arrangement for paint lockers, spare charges for portable fire extinguishers and emergency fire pumps) on Panama flagged vessels as follows. Fire extinguishing arrangement for paint lockers This requirement applies to the existing ships under SOLAS as amended in 2000. 1. The fitting of a portable fire extinguisher immediately outside the entrance to the paint locker may be accepted as the fire extinguishing arrangement for paint lockers. In case the fixed fire extinguishing arrangement would be fitted with paint lockers on or after 1 September 2003, it is required to comply with the following requirement. (1) a carbonClassNK provisional interpretations for fixed local application fire-fighting system
In SOLAS chapter II-2 as amended in 2000, the following vessels having machinery spaces of category A above 500 m3 in volume are required to be installed with a fixed water-based or equivalent local application fire-fighting system (hereinafter, referred to as "the system") to protect the fire hazard portions in the machinery spaces. (1) Passenger ships of 500 gross tonnage and above, and cargo ships of 2000 gross tonnage and above, constructed on or after 1 July 2002; and (2) Passenger ships of 2,000 gross tonnage and above, constructed before 1 July 2002. (the system should be installed not later than 1 October 2005) The system is required to be of approved in accordance with the guidelines developed by IMO (MSC/Circ.913), however, the unified interpretThis Technical Information became null and void on 16 Mar 2017.
Maintenance, inspection and tests of fire fighting systems on board Vietnam-registered ships
The Vietnam Government has notified ClassNK of maintenance, inspection and tests of fire fighting systems on board Vietnam-registered ships, where are produced as follows. 1. Fire extinguishers and portable foam applicators (1) Fire extinguishers and portable foam applicators shall be checked for condition and serviced at interval not more than 12 months by a recognized company. (2) Fire fighting medium of fire extinguishers shall be replaced as follows: (I) foam: 12 months (ii) dry powder: in accordance with manufacturer's instruction but not more than 5 years. (iii) CO2: quantity of CO2 shall be checked at interval not more than 12 months. If the remaining quantity is less than 90% compared to specification of the manufacturer, the extinguisherThis Technical Information became null and void on 14 Oct 2011.
Maintenance, inspection and tests of Fire-Protection Systems and Appliances (including air cylinders of a self-contained air support system in fire-protected lifeboats) on board the Panama-registered ships
The Panama Government has informed ClassNK of Merchant Marine Circular No. 122, "Guidelines for the Maintenance and Inspection of Fire-Protection Systems and Appliances", which is in reference to maintenance, inspection and tests of Fire-Protection System and Appliances (including air cylinders of a self-contained air support system in fire-protected lifeboats) on board the Panama- registered ships. The essential points of the Guidelines together with provisional measures in relation to hydraulic tests are shown below. The previous ClassNK Technical Information No. TEC-0486 is now superseded. For your convenience, partial amendments to the original text of the Guidelines are made, which is available on Panama Government Internet Homepage (http://www.segumMaintenance, inspection and tests of fire-protection and fire fighting systems on board Kuwait-registered ships
The Kuwait Government has notified ClassNK of maintenance, inspection and tests of fire-protection and fire fighting systems on board Kuwait-registered ships on board Kuwait-registered ships, where are produced as follows. 1. Portable fire extinguishers (1) Inspections of portable fire extinguishers (water, foam and dry chemical) are to be carried out every 2 years. Fire fighting medium is to be replaced if necessary. (2) Internal inspections, hydrostatic testing and replacement of the medium for portable fire extinguishers (water, foam and dry chemical) are to be carried out every 4 years. If case of dry chemical fire extinguishers, insides of the containers are to be completely dried out after hydrostatic testing. (3) Hydrostatic testing for portThis Technical Information became null and void on 26 Feb 2024.
Fire extinguishing arrangement for paint and flammable liquid lockers on Marshall Islands flagged vessels
The Government of the Republic of Marshall Islands has noticed ClassNK of the special requirements for fire extinguishing arrangement for paint and flammable liquid lockers on Marshall Islands flagged vessels as follows. Depending the area of the deck, paint and flammable liquid lockers should be provided with the following fire extinguishing system or portable fire extinguisher. 1. Existing vessels with keel laid before 1 February 1992 (1) Lockers of 10m2 or less in deck area ? One portable fire extinguisher as given in below should be located outside the entrance to the space. (I) Carbon Dioxide; with a charge of 6.8kg at least, which has a maximum fully charged weight of 23kg. (ii) Dry Chemical; with a charge of 4.5kg at least, which has a maximuSpecial requirements for emergency escape breathing device regarding Marshall Islands and Mauritius flagged vessels (related to SOLAS Chapter II-2 as amended in 2000)
The Marshall Islands Government and the Mauritius Government have noticed ClassNK of the special requirements for emergency escape breathing device on board the Marshall Islands and Mauritius flagged vessels as follows. Marshall Islands There should be, as a minimum, two EEBDs on each level (at each deck or platform level) of the machinery space. If a machinery space contains an enclosed primary escape trunk having a door at each level, only one EEBD need be located on each level. Mauritius 1. If the ship has a sprit house, the minimum two EEBDs per house should be provided. 2. The number of EEBD in the machinery spaces should be as follows. (1) Two sets in the control room. (2) One set by each escape ladder. (3) Notwithstanding the requirementsThis Technical Information became null and void on 27 Dec 2017.