The existing paragraph 4 is replaced by the following:
"4
Location of the fire main
isolation valves in tankers (regulation II-2/10.2.1.4.4)
The complete interpretation of the phrase "the isolation
valves shall be fitted in the fire main at the poop front in a protected
position" would be that the valve should be located within an accommodation
space, service spaces or control station. However, the valve may be
located on the open deck aft of the cargo area provided that the valve
is located:
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.1 at least 5 m aft of the aft end of the aftermost
cargo tank; or
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.2 if the above .1 is not practical, within 5
m aft of the aft end of the aftermost cargo tank provided the valve
is protected by a permanent steel obstruction."