Class Guideline: Maintenance of Safety Equipment

CLASS GUIDELINE
DNV-CG-0058 Edition May 2021
Maintenance of safety equipment
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CONTENTS
Contents
Changes – current.................................................................................................. 3
Section 1 General.................................................................................................... 5
1 Introduction.........................................................................................5
2 Objective..............................................................................................5
3 Scope................................................................................................... 5
4 Application........................................................................................... 5
5 Precautions.......................................................................................... 5
6 Records................................................................................................ 5
7 New requirements for survival crafts, launching appliances and
release gears - IMO Resolution MSC.402(96)......................................... 6
8 Definitions........................................................................................... 6
Section 2 List of safety equipment and their maintenance requirements................ 7
1 Life-saving appliances......................................................................... 7
2 Fire protection and fire-fighting equipment....................................... 14
3 Fixed fire-fighting systems................................................................ 21
4 Radio and navigational equipment.................................................... 39
5 Others................................................................................................ 42
Changes – historic................................................................................................ 44

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SECTION 1 GENERAL
Section 1
1 Introduction
The requirements for inspection and maintenance of vessels' safety equipment can be found in a large
number of statutory instruments. Establishing an easy, user-friendly and practical overview of such
requirements has proven to be challenging. This overview can now be found in the present document.
2 Objective
The objective of this guideline is to provide a compact and practical tool that gives ship owners and operators
an overview of all applicable requirements for the inspection and maintenance of vessels' safety equipment.
3 Scope
The guideline is written in a table format, see Sec.2, listing all equipment and systems for which SOLAS and
other statutory instruments require periodical inspections and maintenance. The tables in Sec.2 also includes
the ship type which the requirements are applicable to, the intervals between subsequent inspections and
maintenance and indicate which parts of the inspections and maintenance shall be completed by competent
crew members or specially trained persons or attended by surveyor. The guideline includes also requirements
and recommendations by DNV and IACS.
The document does not replace the original equipment manufacturer’s instructions and maintenance
requirements and does not address additional or more stringent requirements from flag administrations.
Users shall take these requirements into account.
The document does not replace or overrule any existing rules, regulations, statutory requirements or
technical standards.
Finally, the document does not replace users’ individual responsibility to know the applicable requirements
and ensure compliance at all points in time.
4 Application
Inspection and maintenance requirements apply to all vessels for which SOLAS apply.
Users may use this document to establish or validate inspection and maintenance routines in their planned
maintenance systems. When establishing the maintenance and inspection procedures it should be noted that
certain jobs may be performed by competent crew members, while others shall be performed by specially
trained persons. It should also be noted that certain jobs shall be scheduled to coincide with a relevant safety
equipment survey.
5 Precautions
All inspections shall be carried out in accordance with the system manufacturer’s instructions and safety
precautions. If equipment is undergoing maintenance or testing, then suitable arrangements shall be made
to ensure safety is not diminished through the provision of alternate equipment or other measures.
It should be stated in the ship’s quality system who is considered competent to carry out service/
maintenance of certain equipment.
DNV reserves the right to amend the content of the document at any time.
6 Records
Records of the inspections shall be carried on board of the ship, or be accessible in digital format on board.
In cases where the inspections and maintenance are carried out by specially trained persons other than the

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ship’s crew, inspection reports shall be provided upon the completion of the inspections. Some inspections
Section 1
required by SOLAS shall be entered in the logbook.
7 New requirements for survival crafts, launching appliances and
release gears - IMO Resolution MSC.402(96)
From 1st of January 2020, IMO Resolution MSC.402(96) establishes a uniform, safe and documented
standard for maintenance, thorough examination, operational testing, overhaul and repair of lifeboats
(including free-fall lifeboats), rescue boats (including fast rescue boats), launching appliances and on-load
and off-load release gears.
Crew members carrying out annual through examinations and operational tests of survival crafts, launching
appliances and on-load and off-load release gears shall be certified by the manufacturer or authorized service
provider, for each make and type of the equipment in accordance with Res. MSC.402(96).
Service providers carrying out thorough examination, operational testing, repair and overhaul of survival
crafts, launching appliances and on-load and off-load release gears shall be authorized by the relevant flag
administration (that may accept other administrations or their Recognized Organizations) in accordance with
Res. MSC.402(96).
8 Definitions
Table 1 Definitions
Term/
Definition
Abbreviation
SI DNV statutory interpretations. These can be found under DNV Rules and standards.
Crew Crew members and/or senior ship’s officers qualified and competent in accordance with relevant
circulars (See also [5] and [7]).
By DNV In presence of or by DNV surveyor.
Maker Manufacturer of the equipment or service company approved by the manufacturer.
SER Service supplier for the type of equipment/service approved by DNV or flag state administration,
accredited laboratory/service company, shore-based maintenance provider (See also [7]).
Annually Unless specified otherwise, "Annually" in the table means a 12 months interval and does not
necessarily coincide with the safety equipment annual survey (i.e no survey windows).

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SECTION 2 LIST OF SAFETY EQUIPMENT AND THEIR MAINTENANCE
Section 2
REQUIREMENTS
1 Life-saving appliances

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By (see
Equipment/requirement Regulation Ship type Interval Remark
Sec.1 [8])
SOLAS II-1/3-9.3 In accordance with
1.1 Means of SOLAS III/20.4 manufacturer’s
embarkation 1.1.1 Maintenance and inspection SOLAS III/20.7.2 All Monthly Crew instructions.
on and MSC.1/Circ.1331, Maintenance of wires
disembarkation Annex, par. 4 acc. to SOLAS III/20.4.
from ships
(gangways, SOLAS II-1/3-9.3
accommodation Crew +
1.1.2 Examination MSC.1/Circ.1331, All Annually
ladders, incl. winch DNV Concurrently with
Annex, par. 5 annual/periodical/
and fittings, as
well as use for pilot 1.1.3 Examination and operational SOLAS II-1/3-9.3 renewal surveys required
Crew + by SOLAS I/7 and I/8
transfer) test with specified max. operational MSC.1/Circ.1331, All 5-yearly
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load Annex, par. 5
1.2.1 Examine cylinder gauges
MSC.1/Circ.1432,
to confirm they are in the correct All Weekly Crew
par. 4.5
pressure range
1.2.2 Check according to maker’s MSC.1/Circ.1432,
All Annually Crew
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1.2 Emergency instructions par. 7.8.3

escape breathing
devices (EEBDs) As specified
by the Intervals specified in
IACS Rec. No.88
1.2.3 Hydrostatic test and internal manufacturer recognized international
SI II-2/14.2 item All SER
inspection of cylinders (or every 5 standards (e.g. ISO, EN)
13.1.1 g5)
years if not are to be observed.
specified)
At each
1.3 Testing of
SOLAS III/19.3.3.9 All abandon ship Crew
emergency lighting
drill
Weekly Crew Inspections according

to maker’s maintenance
Monthly Crew guidelines.
SOLAS III/20.4
Special concern for
1.4 Falls used MSC.1/Circ.1206/
SER or hidden areas and areas
in launching 1.4.1 Maintenance Rev.1 All
Crew of end terminations.
appliances Res. MSC.402(96)
Annually SER (after Concurrently with
- 6.2.9
1st of Jan annual/periodical/
2020) renewal surveys required
by SOLAS I/7 and I/8
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By (see
Sec.1 [8])
After 5 years
at the latest,
SER or
1.4.2 Renewal SOLAS III/20.4 All or earlier if
Crew
necessary due
to deterioration
1.5 Replacement of
first-aid outfit and
LSA Code, par. Maker’s expiry
anti-seasickness All Crew
1.2.3 date
medicine of
lifeboat equipment
1.6 Replacement
of food rations of All Crew
1.2.3 date
lifeboat equipment
Every 12 months. May be
1.7 Maintenance extended to 17 months.
of hydrostatic Some flag
SOLAS III/20.9.1 All Annually SER
release units (non- administrations require
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disposable) to be consulted for
acceptance.
SOLAS III/20.7.2
1.8.1 Inspection SOLAS III/36.1 All Monthly Crew
1.8 Immersion MSC/Circ.1047
suits and anti-
exposure suits By crew provided
1.8.2 Air pressure test (seams and SER or
MSC/Circ.1114 All 3-yearly suitable equipment is
closures) Crew
available on board.
Every 12 months. May
be extended to 17
months. Some flag
administrations require
to be consulted for
1.9 Maintenance of SOLAS III/20.8.1.1 acceptance.
inflatable liferafts, RES. A.761(18) All Annually SER Inflatable liferafts:
lifejackets (inflatable liferafts) Administration can
accept specific liferafts
for extended service
intervals acc. to SOLAS
III/20.8.3 and MSC.1/
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Circ.1328.
Section 2
By (see
Sec.1 [8])
SOLAS
III/20.11.1.2
MSC.1/Circ.1206/
1.10.1 Launching appliance annual Rev.1/ Appendix of
thorough examination Annex 1, par.
2.8 and 2.9 as
applicable
Res. MSC.402(96)
- 6.2.9
SOLAS
III/20.11.1.3
MSC.1/Circ.1206/ SER or
Rev.1/ Appendix of Concurrently with
1.10 Launching 1.10.2 Dynamic test of the winch Crew
Annex 1, par. annual/periodical/
appliances and on- brake All Annually SER (after
renewal surveys required
load release gears 3.1 and 3.3 as 1st of Jan
applicable by SOLAS I/7 and I/8
2020)
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Res. MSC.402(96)
- 6.2.10
SOLAS
III/20.11.2.2 +
20.11.3.2
1.10.3 On-load release gear/
automatic release hooks thorough MSC.1/Circ.1206/
examination and operational test Rev.1/ Appendix
incl. free-fall lifeboat release of Annex 1, par.
system. 2.4/2.5/2.6 and
2.7
Res. MSC.402(96)
- 6.2.4 and 6.2.5
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By (see
Sec.1 [8])
SOLAS
III/20.11.1.3
MSC.1/Circ.1206/ Crew +
Rev.1/ Appendix of DNV In conjunction with
Annex 1, par.
1.10.4 Dynamic test of the winch SER + annual/periodical/
All 5-yearly
brake 3.2 and 3.3 as DNV (after renewal surveys required
applicable 1st of Jan by SOLAS I/7 and I/8.
Res. MSC.402(96) 2020)
- 6.3.1
IACS UI SC144
Free-fall lifeboats may be
SOLAS operationally tested by
III/20.11.2.3, a simulated launching if
20.11.2.4 + Crew + fitted with an approved
1.10.5 On-load release gear/ 20.11.3.3 DNV simulated launching
automatic release hooks five yearly MSC.1/Circ.1206/ SER + device.
Rev.1/ Appendix of All 5-yearly
overhaul and operational test incl. DNV (after From 2020-01-01 the
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free-fall lifeboat release system. Annex 1, par. 4 1st of Jan 10 % overload test is

Res. MSC.402(96) 2020) required in connection
- 6.3.3 with 5-yearly overload
IACS UI SC144 also for free-fall lifeboats
with simulated launching.
SER or
MSC.1/Circ.1206/
Crew Engine, propulsion,
1.11 Examination Rev.1
All Annually SER (after manoeuvring and power
of lifeboats Res. MSC.402(96)
1st of Jan supply system.
- 6.2.3
2020)
1.12.1 Moving from stowed position SOLAS III/20.6.3 All Weekly Crew
1.12 Lifeboats 1.12.2 Turning out from stowed
SOLAS III/20.7.1 All Monthly Crew
(except free-fall position
lifeboats)
1.12.3 Launched and manoeuvred
SOLAS III/19.3.4.3 All 3-monthly Crew
in the water (abandon ship drill)
1.13 Free-fall Free-fall or simulated
lifeboats abandon SOLAS III/19.3.4.4 All 3-monthly Crew launching every 6
ship drill months.
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1.14 Inspection of
SOLAS III/20.7.2 All Monthly Crew
lifeboat equipment
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By (see
Sec.1 [8])
1.15 Test run of SOLAS III/20.6.2
lifeboat and rescue MSC.1/Circ.1206/ All Weekly Crew
boat engines Rev.1
SER or
MSC.1/Circ.1206/
Tanker Crew
1.16.1 Examination (incl. external Rev.1 Incl. external inspection
(chem/ Annually SER (after
1.16 Lifeboats with inspection of air cylinders) Res. MSC.402(96) of air cylinders.
gas) 1st of Jan
self-contained air- - 6.2.3
2020)
support system
Tanker
1.16.2 Hydrostatic test of air
IACS Rec. No.88 (chem/ 5-yearly SER
cylinders
gas)
SER or
MSC.1/Circ.1206/
1.17 Examination Crew
Rev.1 Tanker
of lifeboats with Annually SER (after
Res. MSC.402(96) (oil)
sprinkler system 1st of Jan
- 6.2.3
2020)
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1.18 Rescue boat
3-monthly (as
launching and
SOLAS III/19.3.3.6 All far as practical Crew
manoeuvring in the
monthly)
water
1.19 Battery
LSA Code, par. Maker’s expiry Annually, if not marked
replacement of All Crew
1.2.3 date with expiry date.
lifebuoy lights
Administration may
All (where Annually (12
1.20.1 Service SOLAS III/20.8.1 SER extend this period to 17
applicable) months)
months.
1.20 Marine Deployment on rotational
evacuation basis at intervals to
systems (MES) be agreed by flag
All (where
1.20.2 Test SOLAS III/20.8.2 6-yearly SER administration, however
applicable)
each system to be
deployed at least once
every six years.
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By (see
Sec.1 [8])
1.21 Testing of
public address SOLAS III/20.6.4
systems and MSC.1/Circ.1432, All Weekly Crew
general alarm par. 4.4
systems
1.22 Replacement
of rocket parachute
flares and rocket All Crew
1.2.3 date
line- throwing
appliances
1.23 Replacement LSA Code, par. Maker’s expiry

All Crew
of smoke signals 1.2.3 date
1.24 Visual
inspection of
survival craft,
SOLAS III/20.6.1 All Weekly Crew
rescue boats
and launching
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appliances
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Section 2
2 Fire protection and fire-fighting equipment
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By (see
Sec.1 [8])
2.1.1 The compressed-air BCH Code, par.
Tanker Monthly Crew
equipment shall be inspected. 3.16.8
(chem/
2.1.2 The equipment shall be IGC Code, par. gas) SER or
Annually
inspected and tested. 14.2.6 Maker
By crew provided a
2.1 Air-recharging
suitable measurement
system for SCBAs
MSC.1/Circ.1432, device is available on
2.1.3 Check breathing apparatus air SER or
par. 7.8.1 board.
recharging systems, if fitted, for air All Annually Maker or
SI II-2/14.2.2 item The test device is to be
quality. Crew
13.1.1 g4) agreed with the maker
of the air recharging
system.
2.2.1 Examine cylinder gauges
MSC.1/Circ.1432,
to confirm they are in the correct All Weekly Crew
par. 4.5
pressure range.
2.2.2 The breathing apparatus shall BCH Code, par. Monthly Crew

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be inspected. Tanker
3.16.8 IBC Code,
(chem/
2.2.3 The equipment shall be par. 14.2.6 IGC SER or
gas) Annually
2.2 Self-contained inspected and tested. Code, par. 14.2.6 Maker
breathing
apparatuses 2.2.4 Check that all breathing
(SCBAs) apparatus face masks and air MSC.1/Circ.1432,
All Annually Crew
demand valves are in serviceable par. 7.8.2
condition.
Aluminium and
MSC.1/Circ.1432,
2.2.5 Perform hydrostatic testing composite cylinders
par. 9.4
of all self-contained breathing All 5-yearly SER shall be tested to the
SI II-2/14.2.2 item
apparatus cylinders. satisfaction of the
13.1.1 g4)
administration.
2.3.1 Verify that all fire detection
2.3 Fixed fire- and fire alarm control panel
MSC.1/Circ.1432,
detection and indicators are functional by All Weekly Crew
par. 4.1
alarm systems operating the lamp/indicator test
switch.
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By (see
Sec.1 [8])
2.3.2 Test a sample of detectors
and manual call points so that all MSC.1/Circ.1432,
All Monthly Crew
devices have been tested within par. 5.10
five years.
2.3.3 Test all fire detection systems
and fire detection systems used
MSC.1/Circ.1432,
to automatically release fire-
par. 7.2.1
extinguishing systems for proper
operation, as appropriate.
2.3.4 Visually inspect all accessible
All Annually Crew
detectors for evidence of
MSC.1/Circ.1432,
tampering, obstruction, etc., so that
par. 7.2.2
all detectors are inspected within
one year.
2.3.5 Test emergency power supply MSC.1/Circ.1432,
switchover. par. 7.2.3
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2.4.1 Test all fire dampers for local MSC.1/Circ.1432,
All Quarterly Crew
operation. par. 6.3
2.4 Fire dampers
2.4.2 Test all fire dampers for MSC.1/Circ.1432,
All Annually Crew
remote operation. par. 7.6
2.5.1 Verify that all fire door control
panel indicators, if provided, are MSC.1/Circ.1432,
All Weekly Crew
functional by operating the lamp/ par. 4.3
indicator switch.
2.5 Fire doors 2.5.2 Test all fire doors located in
MSC.1/Circ.1432, Passenger
main vertical zone bulkheads for Quarterly Crew
par. 6.4 ships
local operation.
2.5.3 Test all remotely controlled MSC.1/Circ.1432,
All Annually Crew
fire doors for proper release. par. 7.7
2.6.1 Inspection in accordance with
2.6 Portable fire the manufacturer’s instructions Res.A.951 (23),
All Annually Crew
extinguishers and based on inspection guide in par. 9.1
Res.A.951 (23), table 9.1.3.
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By (see
Sec.1 [8])
2.6.2 At least one fire extinguisher
of each type manufactured in the
Res.A.951 (23),
same year and kept on board a ship All 5-yearly Crew
par. 9.1.1
shall be test discharged as part of a
fire drill.
2.6.3 All fire extinguishers together
Res.A.951 (23),
with propellant cartridges shall be
par. 9.1.2
hydraulically tested in accordance All 10-yearly SER
SI II-2/14.2.2 item
with the recognized standard or the
13.1.1 a3)
manufacturer’s instructions.
2.7.1 Verify that all are in place,
MSC.1/Circ.1432,
properly arranged, and are in All Monthly Crew
par. 5.9
proper condition.
2.7.2 Inspection in accordance with MSC.1/Circ.1432,
the manufacturer’s instructions. par. 7.12.1
2.7.3 Wheeled (mobile) fire
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extinguishers shall be visually
MSC.1/Circ.1432,
inspected to check that all
par. 7.12.2
accessible components are in
proper condition. All Annually Crew
2.7.4 The hydrostatic test date of MSC.1/Circ.1432,
2.7 Wheeled each cylinder is to be checked. par. 7.12.3
(mobile) fire
extinguishers 2.7.5 Dry powder wheeled (mobile)
fire extinguishers are to be inverted MSC.1/Circ.1432,
to ensure that the powder is par. 7.12.4
agitated.
2.7.6 Visual examination of at least
one wheeled (mobile) extinguisher MSC.1/Circ.1432,
All 5-yearly Crew
of each type manufactured in the par. 9.6
same year and kept on board.
2.7.7 All fire extinguishers together
MSC.1/Circ.1432,
with propellant cartridges shall be
par. 10.5
hydraulically tested in accordance All 10-yearly SER
SI II-2/14.2.2 item
with the recognized standard or the
13.1.1 a3)
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By (see
Sec.1 [8])
Verify that lockers providing
storage for fire fighting equipment
2.8 Firefighter’s MSC.1/Circ.1432,
contain their full inventory and All Monthly Crew
outfits par. 5.5
that equipment is in serviceable
condition.
2.9.1 Verify that all fire hydrants,
hoses and nozzles are in place, MSC.1/Circ.1432,
properly arranged, and are in par. 5.1.1
serviceable condition.
2.9.2 Operate all fire pumps to
MSC.1/Circ.1432,
confirm that they continue to All Monthly Crew
par. 5.1.2
supply adequate pressure.
2.9.3 Verify that emergency fire
pump fuel supply is adequate and MSC.1/Circ.1432,
heating system is in satisfactory par. 5.1.3
condition, if applicable.
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2.9.4 Verify that international shore
MSC.1/Circ.1432,
connection(s) is/are in serviceable All Quarterly Crew
par. 6.1
2.9 Fire mains, fire condition.
pumps, hydrants,
2.9.5 Visually inspect all accessible MSC.1/Circ.1432,
hoses and nozzles All Annually Crew
components for proper condition. par. 7.1.1

2.9.6 Flow test all fire pumps for
proper pressure and capacity. Test MSC.1/Circ.1432,
emergency fire pump with isolation par. 7.1.2
valves closed.
2.9.7 Test all hydrant valves for MSC.1/Circ.1432,
proper operation. par. 7.1.3
2.9.8 Pressure test a sample of fire All Annually Crew

hoses at the maximum fire main MSC.1/Circ.1432,
pressure, so that all fire hoses are par. 7.1.4
tested within five years.
2.9.9 Verify that all fire pump relief
MSC.1/Circ.1432,
valves, if provided, are properly
par. 7.1.5
set.
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Sec.1 [8])
2.9.10 Examine all filters/strainers
MSC.1/Circ.1432,
to verify that they are free of debris
par. 7.1.6
and contamination.
2.9.11 Verify that the nozzle size/
MSC.1/Circ.1432,
type is correct, maintained and
par. 7.1.7
working.
2.10 Galley Verify that galley exhaust ducts and MSC.1/Circ.1432,

All Annually Crew
exhaust ducts filters are free of grease build-up. par. 7.6.2
2.11.1 Verify that all portable
foam applicators are in place, MSC.1/Circ.1432,
All Monthly Crew
properly arranged, and are in par. 5.8
proper condition.
2.11.2 Verify that all portable foam
applicators are set to the correct
MSC.1/Circ.1432,
proportioning ratio for the foam
par. 7.11.1
concentrate supplied and that the
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equipment is in proper order.
2.11.3 Verify that all portable All Annually Crew

containers or portable tanks
2.11 Portable foam containing foam concentrate
MSC.1/Circ.1432,
applicator units remain factory sealed, and that
par. 7.11.2
the manufacturer’s recommended
service life interval has not been
exceeded.
2.11.4 Portable containers or
portable tanks containing foam
concentrate, excluding protein-
based concentrates, less than 10 The foam control tests
MSC.1/Circ.1432,
years old, that remain factory All Annually Crew are to be conducted by
par. 7.11.3
sealed can normally be accepted SER or maker.
without the periodical foam control
tests required in MSC.1/Circ.1312
being carried out.
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By (see
Sec.1 [8])
2.11.5 Protein-based foam
concentrate portable containers and
portable tanks shall be thoroughly
checked and, if more than five MSC.1/Circ.1432,
years old, the foam concentrate par. 7.11.4
shall be subjected to the periodical
foam control tests required in
MSC.1/Circ.1312, or renewed.
All Annually Crew
2.11.6 The foam concentrates of
any non-sealed portable containers
and portable tanks, and portable
containers and portable tanks MSC.1/Circ.1432,
for which production data is not par. 7.11.5
documented, shall be subjected to
the periodical foam control tests
required in MSC.1/Circ.1312.
Test all ventilation controls
2.12 Ventilation MSC.1/Circ.1432,
interconnected with fire protection All Annually Crew
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systems par. 7.6.3
systems for proper operation.
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3 Fixed fire-fighting systems
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By (see
Sec.1 [8])
3.1.1 Verify that all electrical
connections and/or manual
operating stations are properly
arranged, and are in proper
condition. MSC.1/Circ.1432,
All Monthly Crew
par. 5.7
3.1.2 Verify that the actuation
system/control panel circuits
are within manufacturer’s
specifications.
3.1.3 Verify that condensed or
3.1 Aerosol fire-
dispersed aerosol generators have
extinguishing
not exceeded their mandatory
systems MSC.1/Circ.1432,
replacement date. Pneumatic All Annually Crew
par. 7.10
or electric actuators shall be
demonstrated working, as far as
practicable.
3.1.4 Maintenance by approved Maker's As per maker's

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All SER
service supplier. recommendations recommendations
3.1.5 Condensed or dispersed
aerosol generators are to be MSC.1/Circ.1432,
2.5-yearly
renewed in accordance with par. 10.4
manufacturer’s recommendations.
3.2.1 Verify that all fixed fire-
extinguishing system control
MSC.1/Circ.1432,
panel indicators are functional by
par. 4.2.1
operating the lamp/indicator test All Weekly Crew
switch.
3.2 Equivalent gas 3.2.2 Verify that all control/section MSC.1/Circ.1432,

fire-extinguishing valves are in the correct position. par. 4.2.1
systems (e.g. FM
200, NOVEC 1230 3.2.3 Verify that containers/
or Halon) cylinders fitted with pressure
MSC.1/Circ.1432,
gauges are in the proper range and All Monthly Crew
par. 5.2
that the installation is free from
leakage.
All Annually Crew
components for proper condition. par. 7.3
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By (see
Sec.1 [8])
3.2.5 Externally examine all high
pressure cylinders for evidence of
damage or corrosion.
3.2.6 Check the hydrostatic test
date of all storage containers.
3.2.7 Functionally test all fixed
system audible and visual alarms.
3.2.8 Verify that all control/section
valves are in the correct position.
3.2.9 Check the connections of all
pilot release piping and tubing for
tightness.
3.2.10 Examine all flexible hoses
in accordance with manufacturer’s
recommendations.
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3.2.11 Test all fuel shut-off controls
connected to fire-protection
3.2.12 The boundaries of the
protected space shall be visually
inspected to confirm that no
modifications have been made to
the enclosures that have created
uncloseable openings that would
render the system ineffective. MSC.1/Circ.1432,
All Annually Crew
3.2.13 If cylinders are installed par. 7.3
inside the protected space, verify
the integrity of the double release
lines inside the protected space,
and check low pressure or circuit
integrity monitors on release
cabinet, as applicable.
Passenger
2-yearly SER
3.2.14 Maintenance by approved SI II-2/14.2.2 item ships
service supplier. 13.1.1 c3) and c4)
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Cargo
2.5-yearly SER On each renewal survey.
ships
Section 2
By (see
Sec.1 [8])
3.2.15 All high pressure
extinguishing agent cylinders and
pilot cylinders shall be weighed
or have their contents verified by
other reliable means to confirm MSC.1/Circ.1432,
that the available charge in each is par. 8.1.1
above 95% of the nominal charge.
Cylinders containing less than 95%
of the nominal charge shall be Crew or
All 2-yearly
refilled. SER
3.2.16 Blow dry compressed air
or nitrogen through the discharge
piping or otherwise confirm that
MSC.1/Circ.1432,
the pipework and nozzles are clear
par. 8.1.2
of any obstructions. This may
require the removal of nozzles, if
applicable.
For cargo spaces, every
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5 years all manifold pipes
MSC.1/Circ.1432, shall be pressure tested
3.2.17 Perform internal inspection par. 9.1 up to the section valves
All 5-yearly SER
of all control valves. SI II-2/14.2.2 item with dry air at 5 bar.
13.1.1 b2) and e2) Test or record of the test
shall be presented to the
attending surveyor.
If permitted by the flag
3.2.18 Perform a hydrostatic test
administration, visual
and internal examination of 10% of
inspection and non-
the system’s extinguishing agent MSC.1/Circ.1432,
destructive testing (NDT)
and pilot cylinders. If one or more par. 10.1
All 10-yearly SER of halon cylinders may
cylinders fail, a total of 50% of the SI II-2/14.2.2 item
be performed in lieu of
on-board cylinders shall be tested. 13.1.1 c3)
hydrostatic testing. DNV
If further cylinders fail, all cylinders
is to be contacted prior
shall be tested.
to the NDT.
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Section 2
By (see
Sec.1 [8])
To be replaced
at the intervals
MSC.1/Circ.1318, recommended Hose assemblies are to
par. 6.1.2 by the be delivered on board
3.2.19 Flexible hoses (replacement) All Crew
SI II-2/14.2.2 item manufacturer with a Recognized
13.1.1 b2) and not Organisation certificate.
exceeding every
10 years
3.3.1 General visual inspection of
MSC.1/Circ.1318,
the overall system condition for
par. 4.1
obvious signs of damage.
3.3.2 Verify that all stop valves are MSC.1/Circ.1318,
in the closed position. par. 4.1.1
3.3.3 Verify that all releasing
controls are in the proper MSC.1/Circ.1318,
position and readily accessible for par. 4.1.2
immediate use.
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All Monthly Crew

3.3.4 Verify that all discharge
MSC.1/Circ.1318,
piping and pneumatic tubing is
par. 4.1.3
intact and has not been damaged.
3.3.5 Verify that all high pressure
3.3 CO2 fire- MSC.1/Circ.1318,
cylinders are in place and properly
extinguishing par. 4.1.4
secured.
systems
3.3.6 Verify that the alarm devices
MSC.1/Circ.1318,
are in place and do not appear
par. 4.1.5
damaged.
3.3.7 Verify that the pressure
MSC.1/Circ.1318,
gauge is reading in the normal
par. 4.2.1
range.
3.3.8 Verify that the liquid level
MSC.1/Circ.1318,
indicator is reading at the proper For low pressure systems
par. 4.2.2 All Monthly Crew
level. only.
3.3.9 Verify that the manually
operated storage tank main service MSC.1/Circ.1318,
valve is secured in the open par. 4.2.3
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position.
Section 2
By (see
Sec.1 [8])
3.3.10 Verify that the vapour
MSC.1/Circ.1318,
supply line valve is secured in the
par. 4.2.4
open position.
3.3.11 The boundaries of the
protected space shall be visually
inspected to confirm that no
MSC.1/Circ.1318,
modifications have been made to
par. 5.1
the enclosures that have created
uncloseable openings that would
render the system ineffective.
3.3.12 All storage containers
shall be visually inspected for any
signs of damage, rust or loose
MSC.1/Circ.1318,
mounting hardware. Cylinders that
par. 5.2
are leaking, corroded, dented or
3.3 CO2 fire- bulging shall be hydrostatically
extinguishing retested or replaced. All Annually Crew
systems
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3.3.13 System piping shall be
visually inspected to check for
damage, loose supports and
corrosion. Nozzles shall be MSC.1/Circ.1318,
inspected to ensure they have not par. 5.3
been obstructed by the storage of
spare parts or a new installation of
structures or machinery.
3.3.14 The manifold shall be
inspected to verify that all flexible MSC.1/Circ.1318,
discharge hoses and fittings are par. 5.4
properly tightened.
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Section 2
By (see
Sec.1 [8])
3.3.15 All entrance doors to the
protected space shall close properly
and shall have warning signs, which
indicate that the space is protected
by a fixed carbon dioxide system
MSC.1/Circ.1318,
and that personnel shall evacuate
par. 5.5
immediately if the alarms sound.
All remote releasing controls shall
be checked for clear operating
instructions and indication as to the
space served.
3.3.16 The discharge piping and
nozzles shall be tested to verify
that they are not blocked. The test MSC.1/Circ.1318,
shall be performed by isolating the par. 6.1.3
discharge piping from the system SI II-2/14.2.2 item
and blowing dry air or nitrogen 13.1.1 c1) and c2)
from test cylinders or suitable
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means through the piping.
Only if requirements
MSC.1/Circ.1318 As per
3.3.17 Maintenance by approved SER or from the manufacturer
SI II-2/14.2.2 item All manufacturer’s
service supplier. Maker are available in addition
13.1.1 a3) instructions
to those in this table.
3.3.18 All high pressure cylinders Passenger
2-yearly Crew
and pilot cylinders shall be weighed ships
or have their contents verified by
other reliable means to confirm
that the available charge in each
is above 90% of the nominal MSC.1/Circ.1318,
charge. Cylinders containing less par. 6.1.1 SI
than 90% of the nominal charge II-2/14.2.2 item On each intermediate/
Cargo
shall be refilled. The liquid level 13.1.1 c1)1.1 a3) 2.5-yearly Crew periodical and renewal
ships
of low pressure storage tanks survey.
shall be checked to verify that the
required amount of carbon dioxide
for protection against the largest
hazard is available.
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Section 2
By (see
Sec.1 [8])
Passenger
MSC.1/Circ.1318, 2-yearly Crew
3.3.19 The hydrostatic test date ships
par. 6.1.2
of all storage containers shall be On each intermediate/
SI II-2/14.2.2 item Cargo
checked. 2.5-yearly Crew periodical and renewal
13.1.1 c1) ships
survey.
3.3.20 Where possible, all Passenger
2-yearly
activating heads shall be removed ships
from the cylinder valves and tested
for correct functioning by applying
full working pressure through the
pilot lines.
In cases where this is not possible,
3.3 CO2 fire- pilot lines shall be disconnected
extinguishing from the cylinder valves and
systems blanked off or connected together
and tested with full working
pressure from the release station MSC.1/Circ.1318, At each renewal survey
Crew
par. 6.2.1 on cargo ships.
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and checked for leakage. Cargo
5-yearly
In both cases, this shall be carried ships
out from one or more release
stations when installed.
If manual pull cables operate the
remote release controls, they shall
be checked to verify that the cables
and corner pulleys are in good
condition and freely move and do
not require an excessive amount of
travel to activate the system.
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Section 2
By (see
Sec.1 [8])
3.3.21 All cable components Passenger
2-yearly
should be cleaned and adjusted as ships
necessary, and the cable connectors
shall be properly tightened. If
the remote release controls are
operated by pneumatic pressure,
the tubing shall be checked for
MSC.1/Circ.1318, At each renewal survey
leakage, and the proper charge of SER
par. 6.2.2 Cargo on cargo ships.
the remote releasing station’s pilot 5-yearly
gas cylinders shall be verified. All ships
controls and warning devices shall
function normally, and the time
delay, if fitted, shall prevent the
discharge of gas for the required
time period.
3.3.22 After completion of the Passenger
2-yearly
work, the system shall be returned ships
to service. All releasing controls
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shall be verified as being in the
proper position and connected MSC.1/Circ.1318, At each renewal survey
SER
to the correct control valves. All par. 6.2.3 Cargo on cargo ships.
pressure switch interlocks shall be 5-yearly
ships
reset and returned to service. All
3.3 CO2 fire- stop valves shall be in the closed
extinguishing position.
systems
For cargo spaces, every
5 years all manifold pipes
shall be pressure tested
3.3.23 Perform internal inspection SI II-2/14.2.2 item up to the section valves
All 5-yearly SER
of all control valves. 13.1.1 b2) and e2) with dry air at 5 bar.
Test or record of the test
attending surveyor.
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Section 2
By (see
Sec.1 [8])
3.3.24 High pressure cylinders shall
be subjected to periodical tests at
intervals not exceeding 10 years.
At the 10-year inspection, at least
10% of the total number provided MSC.1/Circ.1318,
shall be subjected to an internal par. 6.1.2
inspection and hydrostatic test. If All 10-yearly SER
SI II-2/14.2.2 item
one or more cylinders fail, a total of 13.1.1 c1)
50% of the on-board cylinders shall
be tested.
If further cylinders fail, all cylinders
shall be tested.
Hose assemblies are to
3.3.25 Flexible hoses shall MSC.1/Circ.1318,
be delivered on board
be replaced at the intervals par. 6.1.2 At least 10-
All Crew with a Recognized
recommended by the manufacturer SI II-2/14.2.2 item yearly
Organisation test
and not exceeding every 10 years. 13.1.1 b2)
certificate.
DNV AS
3.3.26 Low pressure CO2 bulk
If content has
storage containers are subject to
SI II-2/14.2.2 item been released
internal survey if the content has All SER + DNV
13.1.1 c2) and is more
been released and the container is
than 5 years old
more than 5 years old.
MSC.1/Circ.1432,
3.4.1 In accordance with the par. 7.13
All Annually Crew
manufacturer’s instructions. SI II-2/14.2.2 item
13.1.1 g6)
3.4 Deep fat 10-yearly
cooking fire- (from date of
extinguishing manufacture
systems of pressure
3.4.2 Overhaul and hydrostatic SI II-2/14.2.2 item SER or
All vessels)
testing 13.1.1 g6) Maker
unless stated
otherwise in the
manufacturer’s
instructions
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Section 2
By (see
Sec.1 [8])
3.5.1 Verify that all control and
section valves are in the proper
MSC.1/Circ.1432,
open or closed position, and that all All Monthly Crew
par. 5.6
pressure gauges are in the proper
range.
3.5.3 Verify that the pressure
MSC.1/Circ.1432,
regulators are in proper order and
par. 7.9.2
within calibration.
All Annually Crew
Due to the powder’s
3.5.4 Agitate the dry chemical
affinity for moisture, any
powder charge with nitrogen MSC.1/Circ.1432,
nitrogen gas introduced
in accordance with system par. 7.9.3
for agitation shall be
moisture-free.
3.5 Dry chemical Only if requirements
As per
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powder systems 3.5.5 Maintenance by approved SI II-2/14.2.2 item SER or from the manufacturer

All manufacturer’s
(for propellant gas service supplier. 13.1.1 e4) Maker are available in addition
instructions
see also 3.2) to those in this table.
3.5.6 Blow dry nitrogen through the
discharge piping to confirm that the MSC.1/Circ.1432,
pipework and nozzles are clear of par. 8.2.1
any obstructions.
3.5.7 Operationally test local and MSC.1/Circ.1432, If permitted by the flag

remote controls and section valves. par. 8.2.2 state administration, the
interval can be extended
3.5.8 Verify the contents of to/harmonized with
MSC.1/Circ.1432,
propellant gas cylinders (including All 2-yearly SER every intermediate/
par. 8.2.3
remote operating stations). periodical and renewal
survey according to
3.5.9 Test a sample of dry chemical MSC.1/Circ.1432, DNV SI II-2/14.2.2 item
powder for moisture content. par. 8.2.4 3.11.1.1 e4).
3.5.10 Subject the powder
containment vessel, safety valve MSC.1/Circ.1432,
and discharge hoses to a full par. 8.2.5
working pressure test.
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Section 2
By (see
Sec.1 [8])
3.5.11 Subject all powder
containment vessels to hydrostatic
MSC.1/Circ.1432, In case of NDT, contact
or non-destructive testing (NDT) All 10-yearly SER
par. 10.3 DNV prior to the testing.
carried out by an accredited service
agent.
3.6.1 Verify that all control and
section valves are in the proper
MSC.1/Circ.1432,
open or closed position, and that all All Monthly Crew
par. 5.3
pressure gauges are in the proper
range.
3.6.2 Verify that the proper
quantity of foam concentrate MSC.1/Circ.1432,
All Quarterly Crew
is provided in the foam system par. 6.2
storage tank.
DNV AS
3.6.4 Functionally test all fixed MSC.1/Circ.1432,
system audible alarms. par. 7.4.2
3.6.5 Flow test all water supply
3.6 Foam fire- and foam pumps for proper
extinguishing pressure and capacity, and confirm All Annually Crew
MSC.1/Circ.1432,
systems flow at the required pressure in
par. 7.4.3
each section (ensure all piping is
thoroughly flushed with fresh water
after service).
3.6.6 Test all system cross
MSC.1/Circ.1432,
connections to other sources of
par. 7.4.4
water supply for proper operation.
3.6.7 Verify that all pump relief
MSC.1/Circ.1432,
valves, if provided, are properly
par. 7.4.5
set.
3.6.8 Examine all filters/strainers
MSC.1/Circ.1432, All Annually Crew
to verify that they are free of debris
par. 7.4.6
and contamination.
3.6.9 Verify that all control/section MSC.1/Circ.1432,
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valves are in the correct position. par. 7.4.7
Section 2
By (see
Sec.1 [8])
3.6.10 Blow dry compressed air
or nitrogen through the discharge
piping or otherwise confirm that This may require the
MSC.1/Circ.1432,
the pipework and nozzles of high removal of nozzles, if
par. 7.4.8
expansion foam systems are clear applicable.
of any obstructions, debris and
contamination.
3.6.11 Take samples from all foam
concentrates carried on board MSC.1/Circ.1432,
(including the foam in sealed par. 7.4.9
transport containers more than 10 SI II-2/14.2.2 item
years old) and subject them to the All Protein-based alcohol-
13.1.1 b3) and e1)
periodical control tests in MSC.1/ resistant foam
MSC.1/Circ.1312 concentrates subjected
Circ.1312, for low expansion foam,
or MSC/Circ.670 for high expansion MSC/Circ.670 to a chemical stability
foam. test at delivery and then
Annually SER + DNV annually.
3.6.12 Alcohol-resistant fluorine- Other foam concentrates
protein-based foam concentrates
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subjected to a periodical
are subjected to a chemical stability DNV rules for control within 3 years
test with acetone before being classification DNV- after supplied to the ship
Tanker
poured into foam tank, and a new RU-SHIP Pt.7 Ch.1 and then annually.
(chem)
3.6 Foam fire- chemical stability test is performed Sec.2 [3.2.1]
extinguishing after installation on board (not less MSC.1/Circ.1312
systems than 14 days after installation on
board).
3.6.13 Test all fuel shut-off controls
MSC.1/Circ.1432,
connected to fire-protection All Annually Crew
par. 7.4.10
3.6.14 Perform internal inspection MSC.1/Circ.1432,
of all control valves. par. 9.2.1
MSC.1/Circ.1432,
3.6.15 Flush all high expansion
par. 9.2.2
foam system piping with fresh All 5-yearly Crew
SI II-2/14.2.2 item
water, drain and purge with air.
13.1.1 c5)
3.6.16 Check all nozzles to prove MSC.1/Circ.1432,
they are clear of debris. par. 9.2.3
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Section 2
By (see
Sec.1 [8])
3.6.17 Test all foam proportioners
or other foam mixing devices
to confirm that the mixing ratio MSC.1/Circ.1432,
tolerance is within +30 to -10% of par. 9.2.4
the nominal mixing ratio defined by
the system approval.
3.7.1 Verify that all control
MSC.1/Circ.1432,
panel indicators and alarms are
par. 4.7.1
functional.
3.7.2 Visually inspect pump unit MSC.1/Circ.1432,
All Weekly Crew
and its fittings. par. 4.7.2
3.7.3 Check the pump unit’s valve
MSC.1/Circ.1432,
positions if valves are not locked,
par. 4.7.3
as applicable.
3.7.4 Verify that all control, pump
MSC.1/Circ.1432,
unit and section valves are in the
par. 5.4.1
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proper open or closed position.
3.7 Water mist, 3.7.5 Verify that sprinkler pressure
MSC.1/Circ.1432,
water spray and tanks or other means have correct
par. 5.4.2
sprinkler systems levels of water.
3.7.6 Test automatic starting All Monthly Crew

MSC.1/Circ.1432,
arrangements on all system pumps
par. 5.4.3
so designed.
3.7.7 Verify that all standby
pressure and air/gas pressure MSC.1/Circ.1432,
gauges are within the proper par. 5.4.3
pressure ranges.
The valves selected for
3.7.8 Test a selected sample of testing shall be chosen to
MSC.1/Circ.1432,
system section valves for flow and All Monthly Crew ensure that all valves are
par. 5.4.4
proper initiation of alarms. tested within a one-year
period.
3.7.9 Assess system water quality MSC.1/Circ.1432,
3.7 Water mist,
in the header tank and pump unit par. 6.5 (as
water spray and All Quarterly Crew
against the manufacturer’s water amended by
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sprinkler systems
quality guidelines. MSC.1/ Circ.1516)
Section 2
By (see
Sec.1 [8])
3.7.10 Water mist, water spray and
MSC.1/Circ.1432,
sprinkler systems operation using
par. 7.5.1
test valves
3.7.11 Visually inspect all
MSC.1/Circ.1432,
accessible components for proper
par. 7.5.2
condition.
3.7.12 Externally examine all high
MSC.1/Circ.1432,
pressure cylinders for evidence of
par. 7.5.3
damage or corrosion.
All Annually Crew
3.7.13 Check the hydrostatic test MSC.1/Circ.1432,
date of all high pressure cylinders. par. 7.5.4
3.7.14 Functionally test all fixed MSC.1/Circ.1432,
system audible and visual alarms. par. 7.5.5
3.7.15 Flow test all pumps for MSC.1/Circ.1432,
proper pressure and capacity. par. 7.5.6
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3.7.16 Test all antifreeze systems MSC.1/Circ.1432,
for adequate freeze protection. par. 7.5.7
3.7.17 Test all system cross
MSC.1/Circ.1432,
connections to other sources of
par. 7.5.8
water supply for proper operation.
3.7.18 Verify that all pump relief Crew
MSC.1/Circ.1432,
valves, if provided, are properly Crew +
par. 7.5.9
set. DNV (for
All Annually
blow test
3.7.19 Examine all filters/strainers in ro-ro
MSC.1/Circ.1432,
to verify that they are free of debris spaces)
par. 7.5.10
and contamination.
3.7.20 Verify that all control/section MSC.1/Circ.1432,
valves are in the correct position. par. 7.5.11
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Section 2
By (see
Sec.1 [8])
This may require the
removal of nozzles, if
3.7.21 Blow dry compressed air applicable.
or nitrogen through the discharge MSC.1/Circ.1432, In ro-ro spaces blow test
piping of dry pipe systems, or par. 7.5.12 in the presence of DNV
otherwise confirm that the pipework SI II-2/14.2.2 item surveyor. Alternatively
and nozzles are clear of any 13.1.1 e3) the record of the
obstructions. test by an approved
service supplier shall be
presented.
3.7.22 Test emergency power
MSC.1/Circ.1432,
supply switchover, where
par. 7.5.13
applicable.
3.7.23Visually inspect all sprinklers
focusing in areas where sprinklers
are subject to aggressive
atmosphere (like saunas, spas,
MSC.1/Circ.1432,
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kitchen areas) and subject to
par.
3.7 Water mist, physical damage (like luggage
7.5.14 (as
water spray and handling areas, gyms, play All Annually Crew
amended by
sprinkler systems rooms, etc.) so that all sprinklers
MSC.1/Circ.1516)
are inspected within one year.
Sprinklers with obvious external
damage, including paint, should be
replaced.
3.7.24 Check for any changes that
may affect the system, such as MSC.1/Circ.1432,
obstructions by ventilation ducts, par. 7.5.15
pipes, etc.
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Section 2
By (see
Sec.1 [8])
The sections tested shall
be chosen so that all
sections are tested within
a five-year period.
3.7.25 Test a minimum of one MSC.1/Circ.1432, Other test and
section in each open head water par. 7.5.16 SI inspections as
All Annually Crew
mist system by flowing water II-2/14.2.2 item per maker’s
through the nozzles. 13.1.1 c7) and d) recommendations and
type approval certificate.
Test or record of the test
attending surveyor.
3.7.26 For automatic sprinkler
MSC.1/
systems of less than 5 years, test a
Circ.1432, .par. Test in accordance with
minimum of two randomly selected
7.5.17 (as the basic and extended
sprinkler heads/nozzles of each All Annually Crew
amended by testing (when applicable)
type. If five years or more, test a
MSC.1/ Circ.1516) in MSC.1/Circ.1516.
minimum of 20 heads/nozzles (2 ×
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SI Appendix A
10 sections) for each type.
3.7.27 During basic testing, Should a tested
and extended testing when sprinkler fail, assessing
MSC.1/Circ.1432
applicable, of automatic sprinkler the corresponding
par. 7.5.18
heads/nozzles as outlined in All Annually Crew water quality at that
(as amended by
subparagraph .17, water quality time would assist in
MSC.1/ Circ.1516)
testing should be conducted in each determining the cause of
corresponding piping section. failure.
3.7.28 Flush all ro-ro deck deluge
MSC.1/Circ.1432,
system piping with water, drain and
par. 9.3.1
purge with air.
For ro-ro spaces in
3.7.29 Perform internal inspection passenger ships, flushing
3.7 Water mist, of all control/section valves. Water Crew or of distribution pipes
water spray and quality testing should be conducted MSC.1/Circ.1432, All 5-yearly
SER shall be carried out
sprinkler systems in all corresponding piping sections, par. 9.3.2 concurrently with class
if not previously tested as outlined (as amended by renewal.
in MSC.1/Circ.1432 par. 7.5.18 MSC.1/ Circ.1516)
(as amended by MSC.1/Circ.1516)
within the last five years.
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Section 2
By (see
Sec.1 [8])
3.7.30 Check condition of
any batteries, or renew in MSC.1/Circ.1432,
accordance with manufacturer’s par. 9.3.3
recommendations.
3.7.31 For each section where
the water is refilled after being
drained or flushed, water quality
should meet manufacturer’s MSC.1/Circ.1432
guidelines. Testing of the renewed par. 9.3.4
All 5-yearly SER
water quality should be conducted (as amended by
and recorded as a new baseline MSC.1/ Circ.1516)
reference to assist future water
quality monitoring for each
corresponding section.
3.7.32 Perform internal
SI II-2/14.2.2 item Crew +
examination of water pressure All 5-yearly
13.1.1 c7.3) DNV
cylinders.
DNV AS
MSC.1/Circ.1432,
3.7.33 Perform hydrostatic test and
par. 10.2
internal examination for gas and All 10-yearly SER
SI II-2/14.2.2 item
water pressure cylinders.
13.1.1c7)
Competent crew member
3.8.1 Fixed local-application fire- (with an advanced
extinguishing system for engine As per maker’s firefighting training
rooms SI II-2/14.2.2 item instructions and course) or person trained
All Crew
Tests and inspections as per 13.1.1 c8) type approval in the maintenance of
3.8 Fixed local- maker’s recommendation and the certificate such system or as per
application fire- Society’s type approval certificate. maker’s instructions and
extinguishing type approval certificate.
system 3.8.2 Fixed local-application fire- Passenger
Annually
extinguishing system for engine ships Automatic release
(Crew or
rooms full flow test of minimum SI II-2/14.2.2 item is not applicable for
SER) +
one section and spot check of fire 13.1.1 c8) Cargo continuously manned
5-yearly DNV
detection/automatic release system ships engine rooms.
shall be carried out.
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Section 2
Section 2
4 Radio and navigational equipment
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By (see
Sec.1 [8])
Test report shall be
retained on board the
4.1 Testing of ship. The test shall be
the automatic SOLAS V/18.9 carried out within the
All Annually SER
identification IACS UI SC279 time window for annual/
system (AIS) periodical/renewal
survey (before or during
the survey).
4.2 Checking of
SOLAS IV/13.6.2 All Annually SER Not by radio surveyor.
radio battery
The test shall be carried
out within the time
Testing according to MSC.1/ SOLAS IV/15.9.1 window for annual/
All Annually SER
Circ.1040/Rev.1. IACS UI SC279 periodical/renewal
4.3 Satellite the survey).
emergency
position-indicating Certificate of compliance
DNV AS
radio beacons or test report shall be
(EPIRBs) issued. The test shall be
SER (Shore-
Testing according to MSC/ SOLAS IV/15.9.2 carried out within the
All 5-yearly based
Circ.1039. IACS UI SC279 time window for annual/
maintenance)
periodical/renewal
the survey).
Determination of magnetic compass STCW Code/Sec.
All Once a watch Crew
error A-VIII/2.34.2
Table or curve of residual
deviation to be available
at all times and compass
4.4 Standard deviation book to be
magnetic compass Individual Individual
Adjustment, incl. curve of residual Flag state properly maintained,
All flag state flag state
deviation requirements will be checked annually
requirements requirements
during safety equipment
surveys.
Res.A.1053(27), item
(EA) 1.2.1.27
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Section 2
By (see
Sec.1 [8])
12 hours
Testing SOLAS V/26.1 All before Crew
4.5 Steering gear departure
Emergency steering drill SOLAS V/26.4 All Quarterly Crew
Certificate of compliance
and maintenance report
shall be retained on
board the ship. The
4.6 Voyage data SOLAS V/18.8
All Annually SER test shall be carried out
recorder (VDR) IACS UI SC279
within the time window
for annual/periodical/
renewal survey (before
or during the survey).
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Section 2
Section 2
5 Others
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By (see
Sec.1 [8])
SER + DNV
5.1 Lightweight SOLAS II-1/5.5 Passenger
5-yearly or Crew +
survey IS Code VIII/8.1.5 ships
DNV
Verify that the low-location lighting
systems are functional by switching MSC.1/Circ.1432, Passenger
Weekly Crew
off normal lighting in selected par. 4.6 ships
5.2 Low-location locations.
lighting systems
Test the luminance in accordance MSC.1/Circ.1432,
Passenger
with the procedures in resolution par. 9.5 5-yearly SER
ships
A.752(18). Res.A.752(18)
According
National to national
pharmaceutical pharmaceutical
Replacement of oxygen. All Maker DNV Recommendation
regulations, if regulations or
applicable maker’s expiry
date
DNV AS
5.3 Medical oxygen As per maker’s
instructions Scope of inspection as
and/or specified by the flag
Hydrostatic test and internal Flag state, if international administration and/or
All SER
inspection of cylinders. applicable standards recognized international
(e.g. ISO, EN) standards (e.g. ISO, EN)
and/or flag’s are to be observed.
requirements
Calibrated on board or
ashore in accordance
5.4 Portable
As per with the manufacturer's
atmosphere testing SOLAS XI-1/7 Crew
Calibration All manufacturer's instructions. The pre-
instrument for MSC.1/Circ. 1561 SER
instructions operational accuracy
enclosed spaces
tests are not regarded as
calibration.
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Section 2
CHANGES – HISTORIC
Changes – historic
July 2019 edition
Changes July 2019
Topic Reference Description
List of safety equipment Sec.2 Appendix A has been replaced by section 2.

and their maintenance
requirements
New IMO Resolution Sec.1 [7] Added reference to the new IMO Resolution MSC.402(96).

MSC.402(96)
Sec.1 [8] Authorization and certification requirements of crew and service
providers as per IMO Resolution MSC.402(96) added.
Sec.2 [1] Requirements from IMO Resolution MSC.402(96) for
maintenance, examination and test of lifeboats, rescue boats,
launching appliances and on-load release gears added.
Requirement clarification Sec.1 [8] Meaning of the term 'annually' clarified.
Sec.2 [1] 5-yearly test of free-fall lifeboat release gear clarified.
Sec.2 [3] Testing intervals for CO2 fire extinguishing systems, in line with
MSC.1/Circ.1318.
Foam concentrates: clarification for intervals of chemical
stability tests and periodical controls.
Recommendations on sprinkler systems and clarifications of
requirements on ro-ro spaces.
Annually and 5-yearly test of fixed local-application fire-
extinguishing system added.
Sec.2 [4] Clarifications by IACS UI SC279 for navigation equipment
added.
Sec.2 [5] Portable atmosphere testing instrument requirements added.
April 2016 edition
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Rebranding to DNV All This document has been revised due to the rebranding of DNV

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1.2 Emergency instructions par. 7.8.3

Weekly Crew Inspections according

free-fall lifeboat release system. Annex 1, par. 4 1st of Jan 10 % overload test is

1.12.1 Moving from stowed position SOLAS III/20.6.3 All Weekly Crew

1.23 Replacement LSA Code, par. Maker’s expiry

2.2.2 The breathing apparatus shall BCH Code, par. Monthly Crew

2.9.8 Pressure test a sample of fire All Annually Crew

2.10 Galley Verify that galley exhaust ducts and MSC.1/Circ.1432,

2.11.3 Verify that all portable All Annually Crew

3.1.4 Maintenance by approved Maker's As per maker's

3.2 Equivalent gas 3.2.2 Verify that all control/section MSC.1/Circ.1432,

All Monthly Crew

powder systems 3.5.5 Maintenance by approved SI II-2/14.2.2 item SER or from the manufacturer

3.5.7 Operationally test local and MSC.1/Circ.1432, If permitted by the flag

3.7.6 Test automatic starting All Monthly Crew

Emergency steering drill SOLAS V/26.4 All Quarterly Crew

List of safety equipment Sec.2 Appendix A has been replaced by section 2.

New IMO Resolution Sec.1 [7] Added reference to the new IMO Resolution MSC.402(96).

Requirement clarification Sec.1 [8] Meaning of the term 'annually' clarified.

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