1 Purpose
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1 Purpose

  1.1 The purpose of the smoke control and ventilation systems depends on the type of space being considered.

  1.2 For internal assembly stations, the smoke control and ventilation systems should be capable of preventing the entry of smoke from surrounding spaces in order to permit the assembling of passengers.

  1.3 For atriums, the smoke control and ventilation systems should be capable, in the spaces served by such systems, of maintaining visibility in order to assist in safe escape and to allow fire-fighters to operate.

Parent topic: Annex - Guidelines for Smoke Control and Ventilation Systems for Internal Assembly Stations and Atriums on New Passenger Ships
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