Regulation 49 - Restricted use of combustible materials
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Regulation 49 - Restricted use of combustible materials

Parent topic: Part C - Fire Safety Measures for Cargo Ships

49 Materials used on surfaces of bulkheads, ceilings and linings and of floor platings in machinery spaces of category A

  • 1 Bulkheads, ceiling and linings should comply with regulations II-2/49.1 and 49.2 regardless of the type of materials used; regulations II-2/49 applies regardless of the type of material. Other finishes used in exposed interior surfaces other than decking should comply with regulations II-2/49.2.

  • 2 The floor plating and gratings of normal passageways at all levels in machinery spaces of category A should be made of steel or equivalent material.

49.2 Application to furniture

 This does not apply to furniture.

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