4.1 The boundaries of the engine space or spaces
should be fire retardant and capable of being closed down so that
smoke, flames and fire-extinguishing medium cannot escape, with particular
attention being paid to closing of ventilation openings.
4.2 Engine compartment smoke or fire detectors
should have visible and audible alarm at the control station.
4.3 The engine compartment fire-extinguishing
system should:
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.1 be manually activated with clear operating
instructions;
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.2 have acceptable extinguishing medium;
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.3 be properly sized in accordance with guidelines
or standards acceptable to the Administration; and
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.4 have ventilation dampers that may be easily
accessed and closed by crew from outside the engine compartment.
4.4 At least two portable fire extinguishers of
a type and size acceptable to the Administration should be provided.
Storage of fire extinguishers should be at easily accessible locations
within the tender.