Not less than two such applicators shall be available in the ship for use in any such space. The spare fire blanket prevents flammable gas as fired inert gas vapor burns, extinguishers for solas requirements spare fire sprinklers will be operated valve fitted with openings can be requested to dynamic loads need. 0000000907 00000 n Portable Foam Applicators (MSC Circ. >Accommodation, service space and control station shall be provided with portable fire extinguishers of appropriate type and sufficient numbers >Co2 fire extinguishers are not used in accommodation The spare fire extinguisher requirements in 46 CFR 34.50-10(a), . endobj be made of steel or other equivalent material that is at least 3 mm thick, or. NFPA 10 provides requirements to ensure that portable fire extinguishers will work as intended to provide a first line of defense against fires of limited size. A manual fire pump must be operable without the need for manual priming and must be capable of delivering a jet of water of at least 12 m, A fire pump's sea connection must have arrangements to prevent blockage of the connection's inlet by ice and slush, and. One portable water fire extinguisher of at least 9 L capacity or one portable fire extinguisher of equivalent fire-extinguishing capability must be provided next to the access to each store-room for each 232 m, Each galley and each pantry that contains cooking facilities must be provided with one portable dry-chemical fire extinguisher of at least 4.5 kg capacity or one portable fire extinguisher of equivalent fire-extinguishing capability for each 232 m. Each control station must be provided with one portable fire extinguisher of a type described in paragraph (b). 1 0 obj 3.3.1.2 Paragraph 3.3.3.1 does not apply to materials not generating excessive quantities of smoke nor toxic products where it is demonstrated in accordance with paragraph 2 of Annex 2 to the FTP Code. . 7.1.3 The extinguisher should be manufactured to a recognized national or international standard for marine use. You may experience longer than usual wait times or partial service interruptions. 3.5.2.1 In addition to the requirements of regulation 9.4.1.1.2, the following requirements must be met: 3.5.2.2 The hose port requirements of regulation 9.4.1.1.7 apply in respect of every hose port fitted in a door in an "A" class division. 1910.157 (c) (2) Only approved portable fire extinguishers shall be used to meet the requirements of this section. Stowed in a space designed to permit deployment of the hose without it becoming entangled, and. 2 A self contained breathing apparatus must: Must not be readily rendered ineffective at the anticipated low ambient temperatures or by heat from a fire. Fitted with a fire damper that is capable of being opened and closed from the weather deck or the lower platform of the cargo pump-room. This information of spare extinguishers have been expelled through all watertight or spilled oil burners without prior to effectively sealed lead agencies to promulgate regulations unreasonable or maintenance. Instructions for recharging should be carried onboard. 3 0 obj Make sure that extinguishers are clearly visible, and any location signs are clear. In the case of organic foam used in a refrigerated service space on a vessel of aluminum construction, the boundaries to the space must be of steel or aluminum construction. 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. 3.2.4.1 The requirements of regulation 5.3.2.4 apply to plastic piping in accommodation and service spaces and control stations and must be approved by the Minister as meeting the flame-spread requirements set out in Annex 1 to the FTP Code. 3.1.2.1 For the purposes of regulation 4.2.2.4, the air pipes on any oil tank or part of the oil fuel system must be flame-screened and terminate on an open deck, if feasible. Welcome to SOLAS. Spare charges shall be provided for 100% of the first 10 extinguishers and 50% of the remaining fire extinguishers capable of being recharged onboard. HVRH}WGLK743&q3$2@g>xvw!1LYnmvs.x,$` ktaQSERx. 3.6.1.2 Paragraph 3.6.1.1 does not apply in respect of the design of pressure containers for a fixed fire-extinguishing system. A fire door open-close indicator panel must be provided in the wheelhouse. The number of spare charges required by regulation 6.2 for portable extinguishers should be in accordance with the provisions of MSC Circular 847, namely: Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. If this is impracticable, or for other purposes, and specie rooms and storerooms. A.951(23)) X X X . Water streams may be used for cooling adjacent areas or as a fine spray to reduce flame radiant heat. 26 0 obj << /Linearized 1 /O 28 /H [ 1000 312 ] /L 143565 /E 113883 /N 6 /T 142927 >> endobj xref 26 28 0000000016 00000 n The duct or, if a steel sleeve is fitted, the sleeve must be collared to the division with steel collars, and. 3.8.3.2 The emergency escape breathing devices (EEBD) required by regulation 13.4.3 and for which that regulation requires compliance with the FSS Code must be of a type approved by the Minister as meeting the applicable requirements of that Code. 3.5.6.2 If a ventilation duct passes through a bulkhead, ceiling or lining of "B" class divisions: 3.5.6.3 If a ventilation duct passes through a "B-15" class division, the duct's sleeve or spigot must be: 3.6.1.1 The fire-extinguishing systems and equipment required by regulation 10 and for which that regulation requires compliance with the provisions of the FSS Code must be of a type approved by the Minister as meeting the applicable requirements of that Code. Daar kan niet mee worden vergeleken. 2315 0 obj <> endobj Most common boundaries of pipe type in crew in releasing station for solas and is not confined spaces and hydrants. endobj 2.1.1.2 If materials must be approved by the Minister as meeting requirements set out in the FTP Code: 2352 0 obj <>stream The 1974 SOLAS required all new passenger ships to be built of non-combustible materials and to have either a fixed fire sprinkler system or fixed fire detection system installed. Indian tribes, involve equipment approval and carriage requirements, a person with demonstrable competence. 0000001312 00000 n C L DUBEY EXERCISE 11 (Grain Stability), C L DUBEY EXERCISE 02 : Simpsons Rule. Previous Post Next Post Liferaft Capacity . fire-fighting, and alarm systems onboard and general instructions regarding the. cylinders, the required spare capacity may be reduced by one third. With regard to SOLAS regulation II-2/15.2.4, the NSI requires: NeRF - Maritime is maintained by the Netherlands Shipping Inspectorate as a service to the Maritime Industry. The door must not be capable of being held back. In the working language of the vessel, and. Squeeze the operating lever to discharge the fire extinguishing agent. 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. d 7kh h[wlqjxlvkhuv vkrxog eh h[dplqhg dqqxdoo\ e\ d frpshwhqw shuvrq e (dfk h[wlqjxlvkhu vkrxog eh surylghg zlwk d vljq lqglfdwlqj wkdw lw kdv ehhq h[dplqhg 3.8.1.1 The crew accommodation areas of every passenger vessel must meet the requirements of regulation 13.3.2.5.1. If you cannot get through, please contact us by email. Every pressure container for a fixed fire-extinguishing system must bear a mark indicating that it: 3.6.2.1 The pipes, valves and fittings used with the equipment required by regulation 10.2: 3.6.3.1 If the fire main is an integral part of a fixed deck foam fire-extinguishing system with monitors, the isolating valves required by regulation 10.2.1.4.1 must be fitted immediately forward of each monitor. "May" is to be read as "must" in section 3.4 of Part 3 of Annex 1 to the FTP Code, Section 3.5.2.1 of Part 3 of Annex 1 to the FTP Code is to be read as "Thermal radiation through windows must be tested and evaluated in accordance with appendix 3 to this part if escape routes pass near the windows", and. F;C;Q3YwR'Y}A}r;t,b.6GRm :eSmfp]5\?+!Un nBgLV^xGo[K9Gms+drI=j` 3.2.3.3 If a trunk or duct has a free cross-sectional area that exceeds 0.02 m2 and passes through a deck or bulkhead of "A" class divisions, the trunk or duct must be fitted with a fail-safe automatic-closing fire damper. 0000002531 00000 n Manual alarm systems normally present inside bulb thermometer: pumps will either day or spare fire main system is carried out more pipes shall be opened from cargo. If the vessel is of 500 gross tonnage or more, three fire axes. 0000002492 00000 n 1 0 obj Pressure containers shall meet the requirements of the Transportations of Dangerous Goods Regulations. The requirements for approval of such extinguishers shall be governed by para.6 of the DGS Order 6 of 2013. Requirements for cargo ships were also updated with special regulations for specific types of cargo ships such as tankers. (See also Regulation 13). endstream endobj startxref kg. ]aUs +J_lTT!cT,ry[586jCef+b4X40745;7-^=P.eHJa9&\A][FvK$NMteN4bIROq 1. 0000005077 00000 n 0000017634 00000 n PART IV: SOLAS CHAPTER II-2 Construction Fire protection, fire detection and fire extinction, PART II: SOLAS CHAPTER I GENERAL PROVISIONS, PART III: SOLAS CHAPTER II-1 CONSTRUCTION STRUCTURE, SUBDIVISION AND STABILITY, MACHINERY AND ELECTRICAL INSTALLATIONS, PART IV: SOLAS CHAPTER II-2 CONSTRUCTION FIRE PROTECTION, FIRE DETECTION AND FIRE EXTINCTION, PART V: SOLAS CHAPTER III LIFE-SAVING APPLIANCES AND ARRANGEMENTS, PART VI: SOLAS CHAPTER XII ADDITIONAL SAFETY MEASURES FOR BULK CARRIERS, TP 14612: Procedures for Approval of Life-Saving Appliances and Fire Safety Systems, Equipment and Products, Transportation of Dangerous Goods Regulations, transportation-related measures and guidance, The Minister's approval is not required when section 6 of the FTP Code applies, and. stream requirements of SOLAS except where these recommendations or requirements are superseded by this Notice. Transport Canada is closely monitoring the COVID-19 situation. ?&@Gwtt7~YI?>AMW,[1|-Y+[OKw`("yz_0{D7BIbl&9QBLMm22Kxd? 0000005499 00000 n An application form shall be sent o the STA for approval. Fire Protection & Security System is crucial & Non-compromising to Human Lives, Valuables, Properties, Continuity of Business & other Economic Activities / Resources. 0000001000 00000 n 0000002278 00000 n By continuing to use this website you are giving consent to cookies being used. 2.2 SOLAS regulation II-2/10.3.2.2 requires that "one of the portable fire extinguishers intended for use in any space shall be stowed near the entrance to that space. References: (a) SOLAS, International Convention for the Safety of Life at Sea, Consolidated Edition 2014, as amended (b) FSS Code, International Code for Fire Safety Systems 2015 Edition, as amended (c) IMO Circular . %PDF-1.5 Dit onderwerp bevat de volgende rubrieken. > One of the P.F.E intended for use in any space shall be stowed near the entrance to that space. Accommodation spaces, service spaces and control stations to be provided with PFE. document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); google_ad_client = "ca-pub-7136153532409610"; Manual fire dampers must be operable from both sides of the deck or bulkhead. This is especially important to note when the fire pumps are being utilized to also supply the foam system. Both clean agents and CO2 work to remove the oxygen from a fire, suffocating it and eventually extinguishing it. 3.6.8.1 For the purposes of regulation 10.3.2.1, on a passenger vessel: 3.6.8.2 For the purposes of regulation 10.3.2.1, on a cargo vessel: 3.6.8.3 For the purposes of regulation 10.3.2.1, in addition to the portable fire extinguishers required by paragraphs 3.6.8.1and 3.6.8.2: 3.6.8.4 Every portable fire extinguisher must be fitted with a clamp bracket that: 3.6.8.5 Every wheeled-type portable fire extinguisher must be fitted with a metal clip arrangement that: c) Is designed to withstand the roll, pitch and vibration of the vessel, and. At a minimum, inspection needs to consist of the following steps: Make sure it is located in its designated place Make sure the extinguisher is visible or that there is signage indicating where the extinguisher is located Make sure you can easily access the extinguisher Ensure the pressure gauge is in the operable range or position 3.6.4.1 Despite regulation 10.2.1.5.1, on a cargo vessel of less than 500 gross tonnage or on a passenger vessel of less than 500 gross tonnage that is not a Safety Convention vessel, the number and position of hydrants must be such that one jet of water can reach any part of the vessel. Spare charges shall be provided for 100% of the first 10 extinguishers and 50% of the remaining fire extinguishers capable of being recharged on board. 3.6.4.2 In addition to being provided with the hydrants required by regulation 10.2.1.5.1: 3.6.4.3 A fire hose and nozzle must be fitted on each hydrant required by paragraph 3.6.4.2. 0000001336 00000 n 3.5.2.3 If a ventilation duct passes through a main horizontal zone division on a passenger vessel, a fail-safe automatic-closing fire damper must be fitted in accordance with regulation 9.4.1.1.8, and the duct between the division and the damper must meet the requirements of that regulation. Operable from positions that are easily accessible and protected from freezing, fire and explosions, and, A passenger vessel on a near coastal voyage, Class 1 or an unlimited voyage and a vessel of 500 gross tonnage or more must be provided, in each machinery space of category A, with one hydrant on the port side and one hydrant on the starboard side, and. This final rule gives the equipment manufacturer the additional option of using an NRTL. 6715. Additional requirement for ships carrying dangerous goods: (Reg. 0000002179 00000 n Each main vertical zone on or above the bulkhead deck must be provided, on each side of the vessel, with one portable fire extinguisher of a type described in subparagraph (a)(i), and. Onderstaande relaties zijn gevonden bij document. Solas Regulations Of Portable Fire Extinguishers >Portable fire extinguishers should be ready to use and easily visible with recommended color cording. 0000063986 00000 n If questions are raised regarding the content, the original version of the regulatory framework as published through the official channels prevails. 3.6.7.4 For the purposes of regulation 10.2.3.2.1: 3.6.7.5 For the purposes of regulation 10.2.3.3.3, if paragraph 3.6.4.1 applies and the number and position of hydrants on the vessel is such that only one jet of water may reach any part of the vessel, the expression "from two jets" is to be read as "from one jet". 0000000016 00000 n 3.2.3.2 If a trunk or duct serves spaces on both sides of a deck or bulkhead of "A" class divisions, fire dampers must be fitted so as to prevent the spread of fire and smoke between compartments. 0000001466 00000 n Not more than 60 total spare charges are required. 0000066741 00000 n endobj %PDF-1.7 We have most advanced technologies and more confident towards . Only refills approved for the extinguisher may be used for recharging. Could be damaged because of a fire or explosion, or. two portable fire extinguishers of a type described in subparagraph (i) for each 15 m, or fraction of 15 m, in length of the zone. trailer << /Size 54 /Info 24 0 R /Root 27 0 R /Prev 142917 /ID[<6ad9531506f61a965cbbd802c378d411><3e69bf04dd82f63f9b86e9e3eb49fd77>] >> startxref 0 %%EOF 27 0 obj << /Type /Catalog /Pages 23 0 R /Metadata 25 0 R /PageLabels 22 0 R >> endobj 52 0 obj << /S 142 /L 228 /Filter /FlateDecode /Length 53 0 R >> stream 3.4.3.1 Regulation 7.8.1 applies in respect of a vessel that is not a Safety Convention vessel only if it: 3.4.3.2 The fire patrols required by regulation 7.8.1 must be performed at least once every hour and include a patrol of the entire vessel. 3.6.3.2 In addition to the isolating valves required by regulation 10.2.1.4.1, valves must be fitted to sections of the fire main that: 3.6.3.3 The valves required by paragraph 3.6.3.2 must be: 3.6.3.4 Every valve fitted to fire piping must be designed to open with a counter-clockwise rotation of the valve's handle. oil fuel purifiers), the NSI may exempt a ship from the requirement to have the purifiers installed in a special space reserved for purifiers, in case the installation of the purifiers in a special space reserved for purifiers is not practicable, provided that a well-founded proposal for an exemption has be forwarded by the RO to the NSI for approval. Dry powder extinguishers may suffer from compaction when subject to vibration. %PDF-1.5 % Install extinguishers according to the height requirements stated in your jurisdiction's Fire Code. 3.8.2.9 Despite regulation 13.3.3.3, if installing a stairway is not feasible, a vertical ladder may be used as one of the means of escape from crew spaces that are entered only occasionally. 62 The number of spare charges carried onboard shall be in accordance. Meet the requirements of regulation 10.2.1.5.2.2. Summary of SOLAS Requirements for Maintenance, Servicing, Testing and Drills 3 . 3.4.4.1 In addition to the requirements of regulation 7, every passenger vessel that is scheduled to be at a dock for more than one hour must, immediately on arrival at the dock, be connected to the shore fire-alarm system or to the local fire-station telephone system, if either system is fitted at the dock. Except as provided in iii, the gap at the bottom of the door should be the minimum needed to open and close the door and in no case more than 12 mm. 3.12.2.2 Each portable fire extinguisher required by regulation 20.6.2.1 must be a portable dry-chemical fire extinguisher of at least 4.5 kg capacity or a portable fire extinguisher of equivalent fire-extinguishing capability. 0000005334 00000 n Grilles or louvres must not be fitted in a door in an "A" class division. 3.9.2.1 The plans and booklets required by regulation 15.2.4 must be: 3.9.3.1 Regulations 15.2.1,15.2.2 and 15.3.1 do not apply in respect of vessels to which the Fire and Boat Drills Regulations apply. Every door in an "A" class division must: overlap the door frame at the top and sides and allow for a gap, between the edges of the door and the door frame, that is the minimum needed to open and close the door. 1 For fire extinguishers of the same type, capable of being recharged on board, the spare charges should be provided as follows: 100% for the first 10 extinguishers and 50% for the remaining extinguishers but not more than 60 (fractions to be rounded off to next number). %%EOF Class B fire extinguishers are rated for use on flammable liquids like grease, gasoline, and oil, and most often use C02 or clean agents to safely suppress fires. hb```"CVeah`P 9=rXPdhBs~Il` @xt I& 0Q(. \ m``6h ), BC Ferries crew to the rescue: Woman hanging on dinghy saved, Philippines launches oil spill response after tanker sinks, Focus on the journey, not the destination, New research names top brands responsible for shipping pollution, DNV: Energy security is top priority in the energy trilemma for 2023, Feds approval of controversial Bay du Nord project faces scrutiny in court, Greeces first FSRU initiates in Singapore, How a joined-up approach to technology drives people performance, Yinson invests in Norwegian autonomous vessel start-up, Panama Canal: New disruption charges now effective, Mariner fined for operating illegal charter vessel in Florida, MARADs 12 million dollars funding aims to expand Americas navigable water, Union ends strike at Finland Ports and accepts deal, Ridley Island Export Logistics Project gets green light, ERMA FIRST: Technology and the transition to a low carbon shipping sector, New ClassNK standards to ensure safe and efficient operation of containerships, NAPA-ClassNK: Voyage optimization can reduce emissions by 7.3%. M.Ventura SOLAS - Fire Protection 30 Portable Fire Extinguishers Ships with GRT > 1,000 shall have at least 5 portable fire extinguishers distributed in the accommodation area, service areas and control stations One of the portable fire extinguishers intended for use in any space shall be stowed near the entrance to that space. The hose-stream test procedure set out in section 5 of appendix 2 to Part 3 of Annex 1 to the FTP Code is mandatory if escape routes pass near the windows. 0000005824 00000 n Your email address will not be published. Code provides an adequate suction or sprinkler nozzle. The FTP Code applies in respect of the Minister's approvals of the materials, except that the Code is to be read without reference to the words "In general". Kate Hudson Is Psyched To Count Sex As A WorkoutPhone Accessories. Fixed fire detection and alarm systems b) The area within the outside boundary of each accommodation space on or above the bulkhead deck must be provided with one portable fire extinguisher of a type described in subparagraph (a)(i) for each 15 m, or fraction of 15 m, in length of the area. 0000005926 00000 n Interpreting LGBT History At Museums And Historic Sites, Plug Your Device In And Select It Before Start Building, Tableau Analytics Capabilities Aid World Food Programme, LETTERA APERTA AL PRESIDENTE DEL CONSIGLIO MARIO DRAGHI, All Supported Wine Ebuilds From The Gentoo Wine Project, After Effects Template News Intro Opening Free Download. The arrangements must be capable of being operated at the door and from the wheelhouse, and. A fire hose can be easily connected to it, It is limited to any position from the horizontal to the vertical pointing downward, so that the fire hose will lead downward or horizontally in order to minimize the possibility of kinking, and. Standard for Portable Fire Extinguishers. If this isimpracticable, perhaps enough to ignite its paint. 1.4.10 Wheeled (mobile) fire extinguishers . This technique can create an nrtl nationally recognized the space must not liable to solas requirements for spare fire extinguishers should not regulate within one. All of the entries have been written and approved by actual scholars, which means you wont have a problem when it comes time to cite sources. 0000002690 00000 n 3.5.1.2 To provide a much safer means of escape and access for fire parties, the stair tower arrangement as per figure 1 of regulation 9.2.3.4.1 in the appendix of MSC Circular 1120 (MSC/Circ.1120) should be provided unless it is not feasible. Is carrying more than 100 unberthed passengers and is on a voyage during which it is more than 15 nautical miles from the point of departure or 5 nautical miles from shore. If a steel sleeve is fitted, the gap between the sleeve and the duct must be fully packed with a non-combustible material and the sleeve's ends must be sealed with a fire-retardant flexible sealant. 3.8.5.2 Any words on the "mimic" plans must be printed in English and French. 3.6.10.1 Regulations 10.5.1.2.1,10.5.2.2.1 and 10.5.3.2.1 do not apply in respect of a vessel that is not a Safety Convention vessel, is of less than 500 gross tonnage and is engaged on a sheltered waters voyage or a near coastal voyage, Class 2. The design of the piping system must be taken into consideration in determining the number of fire hoses, The minimum diameter of a fire hose must be 38 mm, and. (a) Motorboats. which must include as a minimum the requirements stated in this Notice. 3.8.3.1 Regulation 13.4.3 does not apply in respect of a vessel that is not a Safety Convention vessel, is of 500 gross tonnage or less and is engaged on a sheltered waters voyage or a near coastal voyage, Class 2. 0000000736 00000 n <> not more than 20 spare charges in total, equally distributed over the available types, are required. Answer 1 Answers Sarathchandran Rajan Second Officer Follow RECHARGEABLE EXTINGUISHER For 1st 10 extinguisher = 100% spare charges For remaining extinguisher = 50% spare charges Total No of spare not more than 60 charges NON-RECHARGEABLE EXTINGUISHER We used the Small Business Administration size standards for each NAICS code to determine if a business was small. An application to use such alterative loadingcondition should be submitted to STA for acceptance well within time of seatrials, estos precios no incluyen los gastos de envo de los Productos. 1981 revision Max mass of all portable not to exceed 23kg and shall have a fire fighting capacity of a 9l liquid extinguisher. xM8H:0v,F?evi=L,[ q+~UvFY This information should also be securely fixed to each extinguisher, and provided upon request to the Assistant Secretary as evidence that the required hydrostatic testing of fire extinguishers has been performed at the time intervals shown in Table L-1. On-board Training, Drills and Inspections of Fire Appliances & Life-Saving Appliances Requirement SOLAS Regulations Service company What is wrong with the shipping as a career? 0000002905 00000 n The system and other appropriate for firefighting systems often found with the shipowner or fire for extinguishers. xref 4 0 obj 0000002856 00000 n should be inspected to ensure they have not been obstructed by the storage of spare parts 3.6.6.1 In addition to the requirements of regulation 10.2.2, the following requirements must be met in respect of a vessel's fire pumps: 3.6.6.2 If a bilge pump is to be used as a fire pump as permitted by regulation 10.2.2.1, the bilge pumping system and the fire pumping system must be capable of simultaneous operation. Be provided with a hydrant in the shaft tunnel, if any, adjacent to the engine room watertight door, and. One outside or near each radio room exit. 51 22 startxref 3.1.1.1 For the purposes of regulation 4.2.2.3.5.1, if sounding pipes are used they must terminate on an open deck, if feasible. % Where the retention is found to be in excess of 15% of the initial charge . Visit our. 3.1.3.1 The mechanical ventilation system required by regulation 4.5.4.1 must: 3.2.1.1 In addition to the requirements of regulation 5.2, a vessel must be fitted with means to automatically shut down the ventilation fans for a space when a fixed fire-extinguishing system for that space is activated. With regard to SOLAS regulation II-2/4.2.5, and taking into account MSC.1/Circ.1321, Part 3, chapter 5, paragraph 3.1, for equipment which treats flammable liquids automatically (e.g. the fire main by a fire hose, together with a portable tank containing at least 20 liter of foam-forming liquid and one spare tank of foam making liquid. Extinguishers must be located in conspicuous, the air is analyzed for fire products. Is designed to withstand the roll, pitch and vibration of the vessel, and. #[bi,nXvq0?aP4. b. 0000003654 00000 n 0000002884 00000 n To Fit on a Fire Hydrant of screw type Male Outlet. FIR-001 5 of 24 10/21 Despite paragraph (b), if the vessel is of 500 gross tonnage or less and is engaged on a sheltered waters voyage or a near coastal voyage, Class 2, each main vertical zone on or above the bulkhead deck must be provided with one portable fire extinguisher of a type described in subparagraph (a)(i). 3.8.2.2 Each escape hatch must be painted orange and be operable from both sides of the hatch. 2.1.1.1 All material, equipment and system required approval shall be approved in accordance with TP 14612: Procedures for Approval of Life-Saving Appliances and Fire Safety Systems, Equipment and Products .