4 Fire-fighting appliances and rescue equipment
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4 Fire-fighting appliances and rescue equipment

 Where helicopters land or conduct winching operations on an occasional or emergency basis on ships with helicopter landing areas, equipment fitted in accordance with SOLAS chapter II-2 may be used. This equipment should be made readily available in close proximity to the landing or winching areas during helicopter operations, and should include the following:

  • .1 at least two dry powder extinguishers having a total capacity of not less than 45 Kg;

  • .2 carbon dioxide extinguishers of a total capacity of not less than 18 Kg or equivalent;

  • .3 a suitable foam application system consisting of monitors or foam making branch pipes capable of delivering foam to all parts of the helicopter landing area;

  • .4 at least two nozzles of an approved dual-purpose type (jet/spray) and hoses of sufficient length to reach any part of the helicopter landing area;

  • .5 in lieu of the provisions of paragraphs 4.3 and 4.4, on ships constructed on or after 1 January 2020, foam firefighting appliances complying with the provisions of the International Code for Fire Safety Systems (FSS Code).

  • .6 two sets of fireman's outfits; and

  • .7 in addition, at least the following equipment:

    • .1 adjustable wrench;

    • .2 blanket (fire resistant);

    • .3 cutters, bolt 60 cm;

    • .4 hook, grab or salving;

    • .5 hacksaw, heavy duty complete with 6 spare blades;

    • .6 ladder;

    • .7 life line 5 mm diameter x 15 m in length;

    • .8 pliers, side cutting;

    • .9 set of assorted screwdrivers; and

    • .10 harness knife complete with sheath.

Parent topic: Annex - Recommendation on Helicopter Landing Areas on Ro-Ro Passenger Ships
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