Emergency fire pump not working, no spares, vessel in port — your action as Chief Engineer?

flowchart TD
    A[Verify pump failure] --> B[Isolate & secure]
    B --> C[Check fire main pressure]
    C --> D{Portable pump available?}
    D -->|Yes| E[Connect portable independent pump\nmax 1 month]
    D -->|No| F[Arrange alternative fixed pump\noutside machinery space]
    E --> G[Test system & restore pressure]
    F --> G
    G --> H[Log defect & actions]
    H --> I[Notify Master, flag, class, PSC]
    I --> J[Review maintenance & spares]

• Governing instrument: SOLAS Chapter II-2, Regulation 10.2.1.4.1; FSS Code Chapter 12
• Temporary measure: Portable independent fire pump, max 1 month (UK MSIS38 Part B Chapter 8 §8.14.2)
• Requirements for temporary pump: Own power source, sea suction, connection to fire main, adequate pressure/flow
• Testing: Start pump, open fire main valve, confirm pressure at hydrants (highest and most remote)
• Reporting: Log in Engine/Deck Log Books, notify Master, flag State (DGMA), class, Port State Control
• Detention risk: Defective emergency fire pump is detention-level deficiency (MSN 765 §4)
• Compliance: Must meet SOLAS II-2/10, IACS UI SC97, UI GC30, UI SC114, UI SC121, UI SC163, UI SC245
• Accountability: CE decides acceptability, signs logs/notifications, escalates if risk unacceptable