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2.4 FIRE PREVENTION
Fire is a serious boating hazard; because boats burn quickly. Do not remain onboard and
fight a fire for longer. If the fire is out of control and cannot be put out with the fire
suppression equipment onboard, abandon ship immediately.
It is the ultimate responsibility of the boat owner to inspect and maintain the boat’s fire
prevention and fire-fighting equipment. This chapter covers fire prevention and fighting
measures related to the fuel-driven systems onboard the boat. For details of each
system/component, please refer to their specific chapters (e.g. chapter on stove, heater
and fuel tank).
2.4.1 Fire extinguisher
The fire extinguisher is located on the port side of the vessel under the glove
compartment. Make sure you know how to remove it and use it. The fire port can be
used for fast fighting of fires inside the stern sofa where batteries and electrical switches
are located.
The boat, when in service shall always be equipped with the following portable fire
extinguisher class:
Fire rating: 13A 89B C with a minimum of 2 kg capacity.
The boat owner/operator should:
1. Check the fire-fighting equipment at regular intervals; indicated on the
equipment.
2. Replace portable fire extinguisher equipment, if expired or discharged, with
devices of same fire-fighting capacity.
3. Ensure that the fire-fighting equipment is readily accessible when the boat is
occupied.
4. Inform the crew members and passengers about the location and operation of
the fire-fighting equipment, the fire port, escape routes and the exits.
5. Unlock any deck hatches to enable fire-fighting inside storage areas and keep
the fire port free.
6. Keep the bilges clean and check for fuel and gas vapours or fuel leaks
frequently.
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