MSA OVERVIEW CH-2

CH-2 -II

Regulation-2:

a) Fire safety objectives

	Prevent the occurrence of fire and explosion.
	Reduce the risk of life caused by fire.
	Reduce the risk of damage caused by fire to the ship, its cargo and the environment.
	Contain, control and suppress fire and explosion in the compartment of origin.
	Provide adequate and readily accessible means of escape for passengers and crews.

b) Functional requirements

Regulation-3:

A-Class division:

	Constructed of steel or other equivalent material.
	Suitably stiffened.
	Insulated with approved non-combustible materials such as The average temperature of the unexposed side will not rise more than 140ºC above the original temperature The temperature at any one point, including any joint, rise more than 180ºC above the original temperature. Within the time period:

	Constructed as to be capable of preventing the passage of smoke and flame to the end of the one hour standard fire test.
	A test is required as per FTP code.

Main vertical zone:

	Sections into which the hull, superstructure and deckhouses are divided by A-class divisions.
	Mean length and width of which on any deck does not in general exceed 40m.

Regulation-10:

International shore connection:

	Required for ships 500GT and upwards.
	At least one.
	Specifications as per FSS code.
	Can be used on either side of the ship.

Fire pumps:   

	Ships shall be provided with independently driven fire pimps. Passenger ships: 4000GT and upwards: at least three. Others: at least two. Cargo ships: 1000Gt and upwards: At least two. Others: At least two (one independent).
	An emergency fire pump for cargo ships and passenger ships less than 1000GT, if fire in any compartment cause all the pumps inoperative.

Fire hoses and nozzles:

	Non perishable material.
	At least 10m length.
	Not more than 15m in machinery space.
	Not more than 20m in other spaces and open decks.
	Not more than 25m for open decks for ships with max breadth more than 30m.
	Complete interchangeability of hose, couplings and nozzles, unless one hose and nozzle for each hydrant is provided.
	For cargo ships 1000GT and upwards, 1 for every 30m and 1 spare (not less than 5).
	This no. does not include E/R or boiler room.
	Nozzle size: 12mm, 16mm and 19mm or as near as thereto.
	Dual purpose type (jet and spray).

Portable fire extinguishers:

	Comply with FSS code.
	Of appropriate type and sufficient number.
	For ships of 1000GT and upwards: carry at least 5 extinguishers.
	Near entrance of an space.
	Carbon di oxide shall not be placed in accommodation spaces.
	Non-conductive extinguishing medium for control spaces and electrical spaces.
	Ready for use and placed at easily visible places.
	Spare charges: 100% for first 10 and 50% of remainder.
	Additional fire extinguishers, which cannot be recharged.

Fire fighter's outfit:

	Comply with FSS code.
	Ships to carry at least two.
	Passenger ships: additional 1 for every 80m and part thereof, of the aggregate of all passenger spaces and service spaces.
	If carrying more than 36 passengers, 2 additional outfit for each main vertical zone.
	Tankers: two additional.
	Two spare charges for each breathing apparatus.

Regulation-15:

	The crews shall have necessary knowledge and skills to handle fire.
	Crew members shall receive instructions regarding fire safety, duties.
	Parties for fire fighting to be organized.
	Crew members shall be trained regarding fire fighting.
	Their performance to be evaluated.

Training manuals:

	Training manuals to be provided in each crew mess room and recreation room or in each crew's cabin.
	To be written in working language of the ship.
	Will contain instructions easily understood and illustrated wherever possible.
	Training manuals should explain followings in details: General fire safety practice and precautions. General instructions on fire fighting activities and procedures including procedures of notification. Meanings of the ship's alarms. Operation and use of fire fighting systems and appliances. Operation and use of fire doors. Operation and use of fire smoke dampers. Escape systems and appliances.

Fire control plans:

	General arrangement plans shall be permanently exhibited for the guidance of ship's officers.
	GA plans will show for each deck: The control stations Various fire sections enclosed by A and B class divisions Particulars of fire detection and fire alarm systems. Sprinkler installations Fire extinguishing appliances. Means of access Decks Ventilating systems including fan control positions. Position of dampers
	The details may be may be set out in a booklet, if approved by director. A copy shall be supplied to each officer. One copy shall be available onboard in accessible position.
	Plans and booklets to be kept updated.
	Alterations to be recorded as soon as possible.
	Descriptions in these booklets to be in language(s) required by the authority.
	Duplicate set of fire control plans shall be permanently stored in a prominently marked weathertight enclosure outside the deckhouse for shore side fire fighting personnel.

Regulation-19:

	Water supplies.
	Source of ignition.
	Detection system.
	Ventilation.
	Bilge pumping.
	Personnel protection.
	Portable fire extinguishers.
	Insulation of machinery space boundaries.
	Water spray system.
	Separation of ro-ro spaces.

Document of compliance

	An appropriate document issued by the director on an authorized organization.
	Evidence of compliance of construction and equipment with the requirements of this regulation.
	Shall be carried onboard.

Updated: September 21, 2007