How are fire detection, firefighting and containment arranged for accommodation spaces on passenger vessels?
Short answer
flowchart TD
A[Smoke/Heat Detectors\naccommodation, corridors, escape routes] -->|alarm| B[Fire Alarm Panel\nidentifies detector]
B --> C[Crew locate fire\nvia detector address]
D[A/B/C Class Bulkheads\nDecks] -->|contain| E[Fire confined\nto space of origin]
E --> F[Sprinkler System\n5 l/m²·min]
E --> G[Fire Main\nHoses & Nozzles]
E --> H[Portable Extinguishers\nin accommodation]
F --> I[Extinguish/Control Fire]
G --> I
H --> I
- Detection: Fixed fire detection and alarm system in accommodation, corridors, stairways, escape routes
- Detection: Detectors and call points individually identifiable at fire alarm panel
- Detection: Cabin detectors trigger audible alarm within cabin
- Detection: Exemptions: private bathrooms, galleys, voids, public toilets, CO₂ rooms
- Detection: Balconies with non-restricted fire-risk furniture require detection
- Firefighting: Portable extinguishers in accommodation, service, control stations
- Firefighting: ≥5 portable extinguishers for ships ≥1,000 GT
- Firefighting: Water spraying/sprinkler system at 5 l/m²·min, connected to fire main
- Firefighting: Fire mains, pumps, hydrants, hoses, nozzles, international shore connections
- Preventing spread: A/B/C class divisions separate accommodation from high-risk spaces
Full answer
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