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SAFETY DEVICES AND EQUIPMENT
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12.8.2 Portable fire extinguishers
− Check the charge status before use.
− Make sure that the discharge nozzle is not directed towards yourself
or anybody else in the vicinity.
− Be cautious when using the extinguisher to fight electrical panels or
equipment fires.
− Direct the discharge nozzle towards the fire bottom and open the
discharge valve.
− Try to extinguish the flames and to cool down the equipment.
− After using the extinguisher to extinguish flames in closed rooms,
thoroughly ventilate the room before entering it.
Checks and tests on portable extinguishers
Check the charge status of portable extinguishers at least once a month,
and anyway before undertaking any navigation. The pressure gauge
indicator must be in the green area of the gauge. Have the portable
extinguishers checked at an authorized Service Centre and according to
the Manufacturer’s recommendations and the applicable rules.
For further information refer to the extinguisher manual or address to the
manufacturer.
NOTICES
The person in charge of the yacht must make sure that all passengers
know the locations and how to operate correctly the fire extinguishers
on board.
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