2 Definitions
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2 Definitions

  2.1 Fire suppression is a reduction in heat output from the fire and control of the fire to restrict its spread from its seat and reduce the flame area.

  2.2 Protected space is a machinery space where a local application fire-fighting system (hereinafter, referred to as "the system") is installed.

  2.3 Protected area is an area (an installation or part of an installation) within a protected space which is required to be protected by the systemfootnote

  2.4 Water-based extinguishing medium is freshwater or seawater with or without additives mixed to enhance fire-extinguishing capability.

Parent topic: Annex – Revised Guidelines for the Approval of Fixed Water-Based Local Application Fire-Fighting Systems for Use in Category A Machinery Spaces
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