13 Markings Required
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13 Markings Required

  13.1 The following marking is required:

  • .1 all lifesaving and firefighting equipment shall be marked with the vessel's identity number;

  • .2 all escape hatches and other emergency exits used as means of escape shall be marked on both sides in clearly legible letters at least 50mm (2 inches high): "EMERGENCY EXIT, KEEP CLEAR", unless such markings are deemed unnecessary by the Administration;

  • .3 remote fuel shutoff stations shall be marked in clearly legible letters at least 25mm (1 inch) high indicating purpose of the valve and direction of operation; and

  • .4 watertight doors and watertight hatches shall be marked on both sides in clearly legible letters at least 25mm (1 inch) high: "WATERTIGHT DOOR - KEEP CLOSED" or "WATERTIGHT HATCH - KEEP CLOSED", unless such markings are deemed unnecessary by the Administration.

  13.2 Complete but simple instructions for the operation of a fixed gas fire extinguishing system shall be located in a conspicuous place at or near each pull box and stop valve control and in the space where the extinguishing agent cylinders are stored. Emergency signs and warnings shall be to the satisfaction of the Administration.

Parent topic: Part B - Preparations for Emergencies
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