Fire is one of the greatest maritime perils at sea.
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Fire is one of the greatest maritime perils at sea. |
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A few good practices can reduce risk of fire. |
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Fire safety objectives onboard a ship are: |
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Prevent the occurrence of fire and explosion. |
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Reduce the risk to life caused by fire. |
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Reduce the risk of damage to ship, cargo or environment caused by fire. |
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Contain, control and suppress fire and explosion in the compartment of origin. |
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Provide adequate and readily accessible means of escape for passengers and crews. |
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Cleanliness and good housekeeping. |
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Avoid accumulation of oil, especially in engine room. |
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Settling tanks and other oil tanks must not overflow. |
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Any oil leak must be treated immediately. |
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Discarded cotton waste and cleaning rags should be put into metal containers which are emptied regularly. |
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All the equipments used in hazardous areas must be approved type. |
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Smoking regulations to be followed. |
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All fire fighting equipments should be well maintained and ready for immediate use. |
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Especial precaution to be taken when doing hot work or any operation which renders a risk of fire. |
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Electric circuits should not be overloaded. |
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Unauthorized electrical equipments should not be used onboard. |
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All electrical wirings and fittings should be of approved type and well maintained. |
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Clothing should not be left for drying near any hot electrical equipment. |
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Risk of fire is greater especially when ship in port. |
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Extra precaution to be observed when hot works are being carried and flammable materials being loaded or discharged. |
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Before any hot work, inflammable materials must be removed from adjacent spaces. |
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During hot work, fire fighting appliances should be kept ready for immediate use. |
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Smoking regulations to be strictly observed. |
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Unauthorized visitors should not be allowed. |
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Warnings and notices to be posted for not smoking, especially in special types of ships. |