4 Possible Mitigation Measures to be Used in Conjunction with the Risk Assessment
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4 Possible Mitigation Measures to be Used in Conjunction with the Risk Assessment

  4.1 In relation to the results of the risk assessment, it is suggested that the following mitigation measures should be applied, as appropriate:

  • .1 Ignitability and smoke and toxicity of primary deck coverings.

    Primary deck coverings located in positions where risk of ignition from below is possible should comply with SOLAS regulations II-2/4.4.4 and II-2/6.3.

  • .2 Partial bulkheads.

    Partial bulkheads should be constructed of non-combustible materials in accordance with SOLAS regulation II-2/5.3.1.2.1.

  • .3 Low flame-spread, smoke and toxicity characteristics of exposed surfaces.

    Surface materials such as deck finishes, carpets, decorations and veneers should comply with parts 2 and 5 of annex 1 of the International Code for Application of Fire Test Procedures (FTP Code).

  • .4 Fire detection and suppression.

    The area should be covered by a fire suppression and detection system.

  • .5 Lining of non-combustible material.

    Lining of bulkheads and ceilings should be of non-combustible material in accordance with SOLAS regulation II-2/3.1.2.1.

  • .6 Furniture and furnishings.

    Furniture and furnishings should be of restricted fire risk in accordance with SOLAS regulation II-2/3.40.

  • .7 Structural fire protection.

    Additional structural fire protection should be provided at boundaries.

  • .8 Suspended material.

    Suspended materials should have quality of resistance to the propagation of flame in accordance with part 7 of annex 1 of the FTP Code.

Parent topic: Part 1 – Design Guidelines for the Evaluation of Fire Risk of External Areas on Passenger Ships
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