Section 7.7.3.2.14 Location, accessibility, use and ventilation of CO2 - storage spaces
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Section 7.7.3.2.14 Location, accessibility, use and ventilation of CO2 - storage spaces

  1 Spaces for storage of the cylinders or tanks for extinguishing gas should not be used for other purposes. Access to these spaces should be possible from the open deck; spaces situated below the deck should be directly accessible by a stairway or ladder from the open deck. The space should be located no more than one deck below the open deck.

  2 Spaces where the entrance from the open deck is not provided, or which are located below deck, should be fitted with mechanical ventilation. The exhaust duct (suction) should lead to the bottom of the space. Such spaces should be ventilated with at least 6 air changes per hour.


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