DNV Safety Equipment Guide

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Guidance for Inspection, Maintenance & Drills Safety Equipment

Life Saving

Fire Fighting

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Guidance for Inspection & Maintenance of Safety Equipment


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verify the ship’s compliance in line with the current SOLAS & IMO requirementsverify the ship’s compliance in line with the current SOLAS & IMO requirementsverify the ship’s compliance in line with the current SOLAS & IMO requirementsverify the ship’s compliance in line with the current SOLAS & IMO requirements

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requirements of Fire Fighting Equipment required by requirements of Fire Fighting Equipment required by requirements of Fire Fighting Equipment required by requirements of Fire Fighting Equipment required by MSC.1/Circ.1432 , which MSC.1/Circ.1432 , which MSC.1/Circ.1432 , which MSC.1/Circ.1432 , which

will come into force on 30will come into force on 30will come into force on 30will come into force on 30thththth.May.2013 & supersedes MSC.1/Circ. 850.May.2013 & supersedes MSC.1/Circ. 850.May.2013 & supersedes MSC.1/Circ. 850.May.2013 & supersedes MSC.1/Circ. 850

�As the requirements & regulations are continuously changing , DNV will update As the requirements & regulations are continuously changing , DNV will update As the requirements & regulations are continuously changing , DNV will update As the requirements & regulations are continuously changing , DNV will update

this guide as necessary. this guide as necessary. this guide as necessary. this guide as necessary.

Life Saving Appliances……….Page 3Life Saving Appliances……….Page 3Life Saving Appliances……….Page 3Life Saving Appliances……….Page 3

Fire Fighting Equipment………Page 5Fire Fighting Equipment………Page 5Fire Fighting Equipment………Page 5Fire Fighting Equipment………Page 5

Navigation & Radio…………….Page 11Navigation & Radio…………….Page 11Navigation & Radio…………….Page 11Navigation & Radio…………….Page 11

Training Drills………………….. Page 12Training Drills………………….. Page 12Training Drills………………….. Page 12Training Drills………………….. Page 12

� The personnel & companies doing work on or in relation to Safety Equipment should be so appointed The personnel & companies doing work on or in relation to Safety Equipment should be so appointed The personnel & companies doing work on or in relation to Safety Equipment should be so appointed The personnel & companies doing work on or in relation to Safety Equipment should be so appointed

as per Company Safety Management System but following all applicable international, flag & as per Company Safety Management System but following all applicable international, flag & as per Company Safety Management System but following all applicable international, flag & as per Company Safety Management System but following all applicable international, flag &

manufacturer instructions & guidelines manufacturer instructions & guidelines manufacturer instructions & guidelines manufacturer instructions & guidelines

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Life Saving Appliances : On-board Maintenance Chart

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System or Component Regulation W M Scope** Record Info

Survival crafts, rescue boats and launching

appliances

SOLAS III/20.6.1SOLAS III/20.7.2MSC/Circ. 1206

X X Visual inspection of the craft, equipment &

launching appliances

Logbook

On-load release gear check tobe properly & completely reset.

Falls to be replaced every 5 years.

Lifeboat & rescue boat engines

SOLAS III/20.6.2,MSC/Circ. 1206

X - Test run Log book

For 3 minutes or as per the maker instructions

Davit launched lifeboats

SOLAS III/20.6.3MSC.152(78)

X - Moved from stowed position(Cargo ships only)

Log book

Empty boat & if weather and sea conditions so allow

SOLAS III/20.7.1MSC.152(78)

- X Turn out from stowed position

Log book

Empty boat & if weather and sea conditions so allow

Means of embarkation & disembarkation

SOLAS III/20.7.2MSC.1/Circ.1331SOLAS II-1/3-9

- X Visual inspection . Additional checks shouldbe made when the ladder

/gangway is riggedYes

Every 5 years the accommodation /should be operationally tested with the

max. operational load .

Public address(PA) & general alarm system(GA)

SOLAS III/20.6.4LSA Code 7.2.1

X - Testing Log book

PA system override of the GA system to be tested as well.Entertainment systems shall

auto turn off when GA system is activated

Emergency lights

SOLAS III/19.3.3.9 X - Testing Log book

Passenger ships only

SOLAS III/19.3.3.9 - X Testing Logbook

Cargo ships only

Immersion suits SOLAS III/20.7MSC/Circ.1047

- X Inspection - MSC/Circ.1114 recommends a 3 yearly pressure test

**:For full scope of service/maintenance refer to a pplicable regulations, flag & manufacturer instruct ions W : Weekly M: Monthly



Life Saving Appliances : Service Chart

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System Interval Regulation Scope^^^ Responsible Record

Lifeboat & Liferaft launching appliances

1 year SOLAS III/20/11.1MSC/Circ. 1206

Thoroughexamination and dynamic test of

the winch brake

Properly trained personnel**

Log book

5 years^ SOLAS III/20/11.1MSC/Circ. 1206

LSA Code 6.1.2.5.2

Thoroughexamination and dynamic

overload* test of the winch brake


Log book

Lifeboat /Rescue boaton-load release gear

1 year SOLAS III/20/11.2MSC/Circ. 1206

Thoroughexamination and test


Log book

5 years^ SOLAS III/20/11.2MSC/Circ. 1206

Overhaul & overload* test Properly trained personnel**

Log book

Marine Evacuation Systems

1 year**** SOLAS III/20/8.1 Periodic service Approved service station***

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6 years SOLAS III/20/8.2 Deployment on rotational basis - -

Inflatable life-rafts &lifejackets

1 year**** SOLAS III/20/8.1 Periodic service Approved service station***

-

30 months^^ MSC.1/Circ.1328 Periodic service Approved service station***

-

* :1.1 times the total mass of the survival craft(full complement of persons & equipment)** : By the manufacturer or a company approved by the manufacturer. Certain flags have specific interpretations & requirements*** : See Resolution A.761(18) for recommendation the conditions for the approval of servicing station**** : Where impracticable, the Administration may extend this period to 17 months^ : And after each overhaul or repair^^ : Only for new/novel inflatable life-rafts approved in line with MSC.1/Circ.1328^^^: For full scope of service/maintenance refer to applicable regulations, flag & manufacturer instru ctions



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System or Component

Regulation Interval Scope** Responsible C P

Fixed CO 2 fire extinguishing

system

MSC.1/Circ. 1318MSC.1/Circ.1432SOLAS II-2/7.3.2

1 month Visual inspection Crew X X

1 year Visual Inspection Crew X X

2 years Service. Cylinders content check. Lines blow through. Activating heads test

Approved Supplier

X

2 years Service. Cylinder content check. Lines blow through

Approved Supplier

X

5 years Service. Cylinders content check. Lines blow through. Activating heads test

Approved Supplier

X

5 years Internal inspection of control valves Approved Supplier

X X

10 years Hydrostatic test of 10% of the cylinders. Replacement of the flexible hoses.

Approved Supplier

X X

Water mist, water spray

and sprinkler systems

MSC.1/Circ.1432 1 year Visual examination. Test min of two automatic sprinklers. Test a minimum of one section in

each open head .

Crew X X

5 years Service. Internal examination of control valv es. Battery check.

Properly trained personnel*

X X

10 years Service. Hydrostatic test and internal examination for gas/water pressure cylinders

Properly trained personnel*

X X

Fire Fighting Equipment: Service & Maintenance Chart

* :By the manufacturer or a company approved by the ma nufacturer. Certain flags have specific interpretat ions & requirements**:For full scope of service/maintenance refer to a pplicable regulations, flag & manufacturer instruct ions C: Cargo ships P: Passenger ships



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System or Component


Fireman outfit &

breathingapparatus

MSC.1/Circ.1432SOLAS II-2/10

1 week Visual inspection. Check EEBD cylinder gauges to be in the correct pressure range

Crew X X

1 month Visual Inspection. Verify lockers providing storage for fire-fighting equipment contain

their full inventory and equipment is in serviceable condition

Crew X X

5 years Perform hydrostatic testing of all steel sel f-contained breathing apparatus cylinders.

Aluminum and composite cylinders should be tested to the satisfaction of the Administration

Approved Supplier

X X

Lifeboats air support

system

IACS Rec. No.88 5 years Hydrostatic testing of all co mpressed air cylinders

Approved Supplier

X

Fire mains, fire pumps, hydrants, hoses and

nozzles

MSC.1/Circ.1432 1 month Visual examination. Operate a ll fire pumps to confirm that they continue to supply adequate

pressure

Crew X X

3 months Verify international shore connection(s) is in serviceable condition

Crew X X

1 year Visual examination. Operate all fire pumps to confirm that they continue to supply adequate pressure . Pressure test a sample of fire hoses at the maximum fire main pressure, so that all

fire hoses are tested within five years

Crew X X


**:For full scope of service/maintenance refer to a pplicable regulations, flag & manufacturer instruct ionsC: Cargo ships P: Passenger ships



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System or Component


Fixed foam fire-

extinguishing systems

MSC.1/Circ.1432MSC.1/Circ.1312MSC/Circ.670

1 month Visual inspection. Verify all control and sec tion valves are in the proper open or closed

position, and all pressure gauges are in the proper range.

Crew X X

3 months Visual Inspection. Verify the proper quanti ty of foam concentrate is provided in the foam

system storage tank

Crew X X

1 year Visual inspection. Confirm the pipework and nozzles of high expansion foam systems are clear of any obstructions. Take samples from all foam concentrates carried on board and subject them to the periodical control tests in MSC.1/Circ.1312, for low expansion foam, or MSC/Circ.670 for high expansion foam. (Note: Except for non-alcohol resistant foam, the first test need not be conducted until 3 years after being supplied to the ship.)

Crew X X

5 years Visual inspection. Perform internal inspectio n of all control valves . Flush all high expansion foam system piping with fresh water, drain and

purge with air. Test all foam proportions or other foam mixing devices to confirm that the mixing ratio tolerance is within +30 to -10% of

the nominal mixing ratio

Approved Supplier

X X






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System or Component


Fixed dry chemical powder systems

MSC.1/Circ.1432

1 month Visual inspection. Verify all control and sec tion valves are in the proper open or closed

position, and all pressure gauges are in the proper range

Crew X X

1 year Visual inspection. Verify the pressure regulators are in proper order and within calibration; and agitate the dry chemical

powder charge with nitrogen in accordance with system manufacturer's instructions.

(Note: Due to the powder's affinity for moisture, any nitrogen gas introduced for

agitation must be moisture free.)

Crew X X

2 years Visual inspection. Blow dry nitrogen through the discharge piping to confirm that the pipe

work and nozzles are clear of any obstructions. Verify the contents of propellant

gas cylinders (including remote operating stations).Test a sample of dry chemical

powder for moisture content . Subject the powder containment vessel, safety valve and

discharge hoses to a full working pressure test

Approved Supplier

X X

10 years Subject all powder containment vessels to hydrostatic or non-destructive testing

ApprovedSupplier

X X





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System or Component


Portable Fire Extinguishers

Res. A.951(23) 1 year Periodical inspection & service in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions

*Crew/Approved Supplier

X X

5 years At least one extinguisher of each type manufactured in the same year and kept on

board a ship should be test discharged as part

of a fire drill .

*Crew/Approved Supplier

X X

10 years All extinguishers together with propellant cartridges should be hydraulically tested in accordance with the recognized standard or

the manufacturer’s instruction

ApprovedSupplier

X X

Portable Foam Applicators

MSC.1/Circ.1432

MSC.1/Circ.1312

1 month Verify all portable foam applicators are in place, properly arranged, and are in proper

condition

Crew X X

1 year Verify all portable foam applicators are set to the correct proportioning ratio for the foam

concentrate . Protein based foam concentrate portable containers and portable tanks should be thoroughly checked and, if more than five

years old, the foam concentrate should be subjected to the periodical foam control tests

required in MSC.1/Circ.1312, or renewed

Crew X X

*:Service /inspection should only be undertaken by, or under the supervision of, a person with demonst rable competence**:For full scope of service/maintenance refer to a pplicable regulations, flag & manufacturer instruct ionsC: Cargo ships P: Passenger ships




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System Regulation Interval Scope** Responsible C P

Ventilation systems and fire dampers

MSC.1/Circ.1432 3 months Test all fire dampers for lo cal operation. Crew X X

1 year Test all fire dampers for remote operation. Verify galley exhaust ducts and filters.

Test all ventilation controls interconnected with fire-protection systems

Crew X X

Low-location lighting

MSC.1/Circ.1432

Res. A.752(18)

1 week Verify low-location lighting systems are functional

Crew X X

5 years Test the luminance in accordance with the procedures in resolution A.752(18)

Approved Supplier

X X

Fire Doors MSC.1/Circ.1432 1 week Verify all fire door control p anel indicators, are functional by operating the indicator switch

Crew X X

3 months Test all fire doors located in main vertica l zone bulkheads for local operation

Crew X X

1 year Test all remotely controlled fire doors for proper release.

Crew X X

Fixed fire detection and alarm systems

MSC.1/Circ.1432 1 month Test a sample of detectors an d manual call points so that all devices have been tested

within five years.

Crew X X

1 year Test all fire detection systems and fire detection systems used to automatically

release fire-extinguishing systems . Test emergency power supply

Crew X X




Radio & Navigation : Service & Maintenance Chart

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System Regulation Interval Scope** Responsible C P

Satellite EPIRBs

SOLAS IV/15.9 *1 year Service & Test. Approved Supplier

X X

*5 years Service & Test. Certificate Of Compliance to be issued.

Approved Shore Based

Facility

X X

Radio Battery SOLAS IV/13.6.2 *1 year Inspection & Test Approved Supplier

X X

Voyage Data Recorder

SOLAS V/18.8 1 year Service & Test Approved Supplier

X X

Radio Installations

SOLAS I/B/7SOLAS I/B/9

*1 year Inspection of the radio installations Approved Supplier

X X

*5 yearInspection of the radio installations

ApprovedSupplier

X X

AIS MSC.1/Circ.1252 *1 year Test Approved Supplier

X X


*: to be harmonized with the statutory surveys requi red by SOLAS I/B/7,9



Drills

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Drills Regulation Interval Info

*Emergency Steering SOLAS V/26 3 months Practice emergency steering procedures

Cargo Ships *Fire Drill SOLAS III/19 1 month The drills of the crew shall take place within 24 h of the ship leaving a port if more than 25% of the crew have not participated in abandon ship and fire drills on board that

particular ship in the previous month**Abandon Ship Drill

SOLAS III/19 1 month

PassengerShips

*Fire Drill SOLAS III/30 1 week An abandon ship drill and fire drill shall take place weekly. The entire crew need NOT be involved in every drill, but each crew member must participate in a fire & abandon

ship drill each month, as required by SOLAS III/19. Passengers are encouraged to attend these drills.

**Abandon Ship Drill

SOLAS III/30 1 week

SOLAS III/19 within 24 h after embarkation

On a ship engaged on a voyage where passengers are scheduled to be on board for more than 24 h, musters of the passengers shall take place within 24 h after their

embarkation . Passengers shall be instructed in the use of the lifejackets and the action to take in an emergency.

Whenever new passengers embark, a passenger safety briefing shall be given immediately before sailing , or

immediately after sailing.

* : refer to the specific instructions defined by SOLAS V/26 & SOLAS III/19**: refer to SOLAS III/19/3.3 for specific instructions(including the periodical use/lowering of the equipment) for: davit launched

lifeboats, free-fall lifeboats, rescue boats, life rafts & marine evacuation systems.



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