Maritime Compliance 14 items
Ro-Ro Vehicle Deck Ventilation and Fire Safety
Confirms ventilation, fire detection, and drencher readiness on ro-ro and vehicle decks, covering special-category and vehicle spaces under SOLAS Chapter II-2.
SOLAS Chapter II-2FSS Code
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Ventilation Systems
- Is the mechanical ventilation for the vehicle space operating and delivering the required air changes during loading and discharge? *
- Are ventilation fans capable of being stopped from a position outside the space in an emergency? *
- Is an indication provided on the bridge or control station if the required ventilation fails? *
- Enter the number of air changes per hour maintained on the vehicle deck during operations.
Ignition Source Control
- Are vehicle engines shut down and drivers disembarked once vehicles are stowed, except during controlled movement? *
- Is smoking prohibited and are 'No Smoking' notices posted throughout the vehicle spaces? *
- Are the fuel tanks of transported vehicles checked for leaks and connections secured before departure? *
- Are dangerous goods vehicles stowed, segregated, and documented in accordance with the IMDG Code? *
Fire Detection and Suppression
- Is the fixed fire detection and fire alarm system for the ro-ro space tested and fully operational? *
- Is the fixed drencher or deluge water spraying system pressurized and ready for immediate use? *
- Are scuppers and drainage arranged so that firefighting water does not accumulate and impair stability? *
- Are portable extinguishers and fire patrols available and covering the vehicle spaces during the voyage? *
Boundary and Closure Integrity
- Are fire dampers and remote closures for the vehicle space in working order? *
- Are bow, stern, and side doors closed, secured, and confirmed weathertight before departure? *
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