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ITEMSPortable extinguishers
Ins ection/servicinIns ection to be done b
Hyd Pr. Testing Intervals
Testing Pressure
Fixed FFA systemsFixed Foam
Analysis Requirement.
Fixed CO2
Inspection conducted by
Testing Pressure
Fixed Halon
InspectionInspection conducted byServicin /Level Checks
Fixed Dry PowderAnnual Inspection
Two Yearly Inspection
Inspection/servicing
Testing Pressure
Breathin A aratus
Pr. Testing IntervalsSCBA
Pr. Testing IntervalsTesting Pressure
SCBA Com ressor
Maintenance interval of
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REQUIREMENTS
AnnualCompetant Authority
Annual Inspection carried out in accordance with IMO resolution A.602(15)
Hydraulically tested in accordance with the recognized standard or the
manufacturer's instruction at an Interval not exceeding 10 YrsIn accordance with Manufacturers instructions.
100% for first 10 extinguisher & 50% for the remaining upto the maximum of 60.For Ext which cannot be charged on board, Spare portable fire extinguisher of same type, capacity & Quantity shall be provided in lieu of spare charges.
At each Intermediate, Periodical or Renewal Survey, All high pressure cylinder &Pilot Cylinder should be weighed or have their contents verified by other reliablemeans to confirm the available charge in each is above 90% of the nominal charge.
Monthly Inspection :- may be performed by Competent crew member. AnnualInspection :- Should be performed by the manufacturer OR recognised servicecompany.
High pressure cylinder are subjected to Periodical test at an Interval not exceeding10 years. At least 10% of cylinder are subjected to Internal inspection & Hyd test.
In accordance with Manufacturers instructions.
HALON fixed firefighting system decommisioned from 31st-Dec-2003 in accordancewith the EU regulation 2037/200. The UK will accept use of FM200 & NOVEC 1230gases
Should be undertaken by accredited service stationInpection by Approved Shore Station.
1)-Blow through with Nitrogen. 2)-Operational test of remote controls & sectionvalve. 3)-Testing of dry powder charge for moisture absorption. 4)-Powder
Containment vessels safety valve & discharge hoses should be subjected to a fullworking pressure test.
In accordance with Manufacturers instructions.Not Exceeding 10 Years.
Maintenance as per Manufacturers InstructionAtleast one Spare set
In accordance with Manufacturers instructions.
5 YearsIn accordance with Manufacturers instructions.
200%Annual
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