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United States Regulations
46 CFR PART 193—FIRE PROTECTION EQUIPMENT
Title 46: Shipping
PART 193—FIRE PROTECTION EQUIPMENT
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Authority: 46 U.S.C. 2213, 3102, 3306; E.O. 12234, 45 FR 58801, 3 CFR, 1980 Comp., p. 277; Department of Homeland Security Delegation No. 0170.1.
Source: CGFR 67–83, 33 FR 1145, Jan. 27, 1968, unless otherwise noted.
Subpart 193.01—Application
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§ 193.01-1 General.
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(a) The provisions of this part shall apply to all vessels other than non-self-propelled vessels of less than 300 gross tons.
(b) Non-self-propelled vessels of less than 300 gross tons shall not be subject to the provisions of this part, except as provided otherwise by §§193.01–5 and 193.50–1.
§ 193.01-3 Incorporation by reference.
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(a) Certain material is incorporated by reference into this part with the approval of the Director of the Federal Register in accordance with 5 U.S.C. 552(a). To enforce any edition other than that specified in paragraph (b) of this section, the Coast Guard must publish notice of change in the Federal Register and make the material available to the public. All approved material is on file at the U.S. Coast Guard, Office of Design and Engineering Standards (G-MSE), 2100 Second Street SW., Washington, DC 20593–0001 and at the National Archives and Records Administration (NARA). For information on the availability of this material at NARA, call 202–741–6030, or go to: http://www.archives.gov/federal_register/code_of_federal_regulations/ibr_locations.html. All approved material is available from the sources indicated in paragraph (b) of this section.
(b) The material approved for incorporation by reference in this part and the sections affected are:
American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM)
100 Barr Harbor Drive, West Conshohocken, PA 19428–2959.
ASTM F 1121–87 (1993), Standard Specification for International Shore Connections for Marine Fire Applications—193.10–10
National Fire Protection Association (NFPA)
1 Batterymarch Park, Quincy, MA 02269–9101.
NFPA 13–1996, Standard for the Installation of Sprinkler Systems—193.30–1
[CGD 88–032, 56 FR 35829, July 29, 1991, as amended by CGD 95–072, 60 FR 50469, Sept. 29, 1995; CGD 96–041, 61 FR 50735, Sept. 27, 1996; CGD 97–057, 62 FR 51051, Sept. 30, 1997; CGD 95–028, 62 FR 51220, Sept. 30, 1997; USCG–1999–6216, 64 FR 53229, Oct. 1, 1999; USCG–1999–5151, 64 FR 67186, Dec. 1, 1999; 69 FR 18803, Apr. 9, 2004]
§ 193.01-5 Equipment installed but not required.
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(a) On all vessels, including non-self-propelled vessels of less than 300 gross tons, where fire detecting or extinguishing systems or equipment are not required, but are installed, the system or equipment and its installation shall meet the requirements of this part.
Subpart 193.05—Fire Detecting and Extinguishing Equipment, Where Required
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§ 193.05-1 Fire detecting, manual alarm, and supervised patrol systems.
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(a) Fire detecting, manual alarm, and supervised patrol systems are not required, but if installed, the systems shall meet the applicable requirements of part 76 of Subchapter H (Passenger Vessels) of this chapter.
§ 193.05-5 Fire main system.
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(a) Fire pumps, hydrants, hose, and nozzles shall be installed on all manned vessels.
(b) Except as provided for in §193.10–10(e), the fire main must be a pressurized or a remotely controlled system.
(c) The arrangements and details of the fire main system shall be as set forth in subpart 193.10.
[CGFR 67–83, 33 FR 1145, Jan. 27, 1968, as amended by CGD 75–031, 40 FR 48349, Oct. 15, 1975]
§ 193.05-10 Fixed fire extinguishing systems.
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(a) Approved fire extinguishing systems shall be installed in those locations delineated in this section.
(b) A fixed carbon dioxide or other approved system shall be installed in all lamp and paint lockers, oil rooms, and similar spaces.
(c) Fire extinguishing systems shall be provided for internal combustion engine installations in accordance with the following:
(1) Enclosed spaces containing gasoline engines shall have fixed carbon dioxide systems.
(2) If a fire extinguishing system is installed to protect an internal combustion or gas turbine installation, the system shall be of the carbon dioxide type.
(3) On vessels of 1,000 gross tons and over, a fixed carbon dioxide system shall be installed in all spaces containing internal combustion or gas turbine main propulsion machinery, auxiliaries with an aggregate power of 1,000 b. hp. or greater, or their fuel oil units, including purifiers, valves, and manifolds.
(d) A fixed carbon dioxide system shall be installed in all chemical storerooms.
(e) On vessels of 1,000 gross tons and over, a fixed carbon dioxide, or foam system shall be installed in all spaces containing oil fired boilers, either main or auxiliary, or their fuel oil units, valves, or manifolds in the line between the settling tanks and the boilers. The arrangement and details of the foam system shall be as set forth in part 95 of Subchapter I (Cargo and Miscellaneous Vessels) of this chapter.
(f) Where an enclosed ventilating system is installed for electric propulsion motors or generators, a fixed carbon dioxide extinguishing system shall be installed in such system.
(g) The arrangements and details of the fixed carbon dioxide extinguishing systems shall be as set forth in subpart 193.15.
(h) Additional specific requirements for fire extinguishing systems for spaces containing explosives and other dangerous articles or substances are in part 194 of this subchapter.
§ 193.05-15 Hand portable fire extinguishers and semiportable fire extinguishing systems.
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(a) Approved hand portable fire extinguishers and semiportable fire extinguishing systems shall be installed on all manned vessels as set forth in subpart 193.50.
Subpart 193.10—Fire Main System, Details
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§ 193.10-1 Application.
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(a) The provisions of this subpart, with the exception of §193.10–90, shall apply to all vessels contracted for on or after March 1, 1968.
(b) Vessels contracted for prior to March 1, 1968, shall meet the requirements of §193.10–90.
§ 193.10-5 Fire pumps.
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(a) Vessels shall be equipped with independently driven fire pumps in accordance with Table 193.10–5(a).
Table 193.10-5(a)
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Gross tons Hose and Nozzle
------------------------- Minimum hydrant orifice Length of
number of size, size, hose, feet
Over Not over pumps inches inches
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100 \1\ 1 \1\ 1\1/2\ \1\ \1/2\ 50
100 1,000 1 1\1/2\ \5/8\ 50
1,000 1,500 2 1\1/2\ \5/8\ 50
1,500 ........... 2 \2\ 2\1/2\ \2\ \7/8\ \2\ 50
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\1\ On vessels of 65 feet in length or less, \3/4\-inch hose of good
commercial grade together with a commercial garden hose nozzle may be
used. The pump may be hand operated and the length of hose shall be
sufficient to assure coverage of all parts of the vessel.
\2\ 75 feet of 1\1/2\-inch hose and \5/8\-inch nozzle may be used where
specified by § 193.10-10(b) for interior locations and 50 feet
1\1/2\-inch hose may be used in exterior locations on vessels in other
than ocean or coastwise services.
(b) On vessels of 1,000 gross tons and over on an international voyage, each required fire pump, while delivering water through the fire main system at a pressure corresponding to that required by paragraph (c) of this section, shall have a minimum capacity of at least two-thirds of that required for an independent bilge pump. However, in no case shall the capacity of each fire pump be less than that otherwise required by this section.
(c) Each pump must be capable of delivering water simultaneously from the outlets having the greatest pressure drop from the five pumps to the nozzles which may not always be the two highest outlets, at a Pitot tube pressure of not less than 50 p.s.i. Where 1 1/2-inch hose is permitted in lieu of 2 1/2-inch hose by footnote 2 of Table 193.10–5(a), the pump capacity shall be determined on the same basis as if 2 1/2-inch hose had been permitted. Where 3/4-inch hose is permitted by Table 193.10–5(a), the Pitot tube pressure may not be less than 35 p.s.i.
(d) Fire pumps shall be fitted on the discharge side with relief valves set to relieve at 25 p.s.i. in excess of the pressure necessary to maintain the requirements of paragraph (c) of this section or 125 p.s.i., whichever is greater. Relief valves may be omitted if the pumps, operating under shutoff conditions, are not capable of developing a pressure exceeding this amount.
(e) Fire pumps shall be fitted with a pressure gage on the discharge side of the pumps.
(f) Fire pumps may be used for other purposes provided at least one of the required pumps is kept available for use on the fire system at all times. In no case shall a pump having connection to an oil line be used as a fire pump. Branch lines connected to the fire main for purposes other than fire and deck wash shall be so arranged that adequate water can be made continuously available for firefighting purposes.
(g) The total area of the pipes leading from a pump shall not be less than the discharge area of the pump.
(h) On vessels with oil fired boilers, either main or auxiliary, or with internal combustion propulsion machinery, where 2 fire pumps are required, they shall be located in separate spaces, and the arrangement, pumps, sea connections, and sources of power shall be such as to insure that a fire in any one space will not put all of the fire pumps out of operation. However, where it is shown to the satisfaction of the Commandant that it is unreasonable or impracticable to meet this requirement due to the size or arrangement of the vessel, or for other reasons, the installation of a total flooding carbon dioxide system may be accepted as an alternate method of extinguishing any fire which would affect the powering and operation for the required fire pumps.
(i) Except as provided for in §193.10–10(e), a sufficient number of hose streams for fire fighting purposes must be immediately available from the fire main at all times by either of the following methods:
(1) Maintenance of water pressure. (i) Water pressure must be maintained on the fire main at all times by the continuous operation of:
(A) One of the fire pumps; or
(B) Another suitable pump capable of supplying one hose stream at a Pitot tube pressure of not less than 50 p.s.i. (35 p.s.i. for 3/4-inch hose); or,
(C) A pressure tank capable of supplying one hose stream at a Pitot tube pressure of not less than 50 p.s.i. (35 p.s.i. for 3/4-inch hose) for five minutes.
(ii) An audible alarm must be installed to sound in a continuously manned space if the pressure in the fire main drops to less than that necessary to maintain the minimum Pitot tube pressures specified in §193.10–5(i)(1)(i).
(2) Remote control of fire pumps. (i) At least one fire pump must be capable of remote activation and control.
(ii) If the fire pump is in a continuously manned machinery space, the controls for operating it and the controls for all necessary valves must be located on the manned operating platform in that space.
(iii) If the fire pump is in an unmanned machinery space, the controls for its operation and the controls for all necessary valves must be located in:
(A) The fire control station, if any; or,
(B) The bridge, if there is no fire control station; or,
(C) A readily accessible space acceptable to the Officer in Charge, Marine Inspection.
[CGFR 67–83, 33 FR 1145, Jan. 27, 1968, as amended by CGD 75–031, 40 FR 48349, Oct. 15, 1975; CGD 95–028, 62 FR 51220, Sept. 30, 1997]
§ 193.10-10 Fire hydrants and hose.
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(a) The size of fire hydrants, hose, and nozzles and the length of hose required shall be as noted in Table 193.10–5(a).
(b) In lieu of the 2 1/2-inch hose and hydrants specified in Table 193.10–5(a), on vessels over 1,500 gross tons, the hydrants in interior locations may have siamese connections for 1 1/2-inch hose. In these cases the hose shall be 75 feet in length, and only one hose will be required at each fire station; however, if all such stations can be satisfactorily served with 50-foot lengths, 50-foot hose may be used.
(c) On vessels of 500 gross tons and over there must be at least one shore connection to the fire main available to each side of the vessel in an accessible location. Suitable cutout valves and check valves must be provided for furnishing the vessel's shore connections with couplings mating those on the shore fire lines. Vessels of 500 gross tons and over on an international voyage, must be provided with at least one international shore connection complying with ASTM F 1121 (incorporated by reference, see §193.01–3). Facilities must be available enabling an international shore connection to be used on either side of the vessel.
(d) Fire hydrants must be of sufficient number and so located that any part of the vessel, other than main machinery spaces, may be reached with at least 2 streams of water from separate outlets, at least one of which must be from a single length of hose. In main machinery spaces, all portions of such spaces must be capable of being reached by at least 2 streams of water, each of which must be from a single length of hose from separate outlets; however, this requirement need not apply to shaft alleys containing no assigned space for the stowage of combustibles. Fire hydrants must be numbered as required by §196.37–15 of this subchapter.
(e) All parts of the fire main located on exposed decks shall either be protected against freezing or be fitted with cutout valves and drain valves so that the entire exposed parts of such piping may be shut off and drained in freezing weather. Except when closed to prevent freezing, such valves shall be sealed open.
(f) The outlet at the fire hydrant shall be limited to any position from the horizontal to the vertical pointing downward, so that the hose will lead horizontally or downward to minimize the possibility of kinking.
(g) Each fire hydrant shall be provided with a single length of hose with nozzle attached and a spanner. A suitable hose rack or other device shall be provided for the proper stowage of the hose. If the hose is not stowed in the open or behind glass so as to be readily seen, the enclosures shall be marked in accordance with §196.37–15 of this subchapter.
(h) Fire hose shall be connected to the outlets at all times. However, at open decks where no protection is afforded to the hose in heavy weather, the hose may be temporarily removed from the hydrant and stowed in an accessible nearby location.
(i) Each fire hydrant must have at least 1 length of firehose. Each firehose must have a combination solid stream and water spray nozzle that is approved under subpart 162.027 of this subchapter, except 19 millimeters (3/4 inch) hose may have a garden hose nozzle that is bronze or metal with strength and corrosion resistance equivalent to bronze. Combination solid stream and water spray nozzles previously approved under subpart 162.027 of this chapter may be retained so long as they are maintained in good condition to the satisfaction of the Officer in Charge, Marine Inspection.
(j) When the firehose nozzle in the below locations was previously approved under subpart 162.027 of this chapter, a low-velocity water spray applicator, also previously approved under subpart 162.027, of this chapter must be installed as follows:
(1) At least 1 length of firehose on each fire hydrant outside and in the immediate vicinity of each laboratory;
(2) Each firehose in each propulsion machinery space containing oil-fired boiler, internal combustion machinery, or oil fuel unit on a vessel of 1000 gross tons or more—the length of each applicator must be 1.2 meters (4 feet).
(k) Fixed brackets, hooks, or other means for stowing an applicator must be next to each fire hydrant that has an applicator under paragraph (j) of this section.
(l) Firehose shall not be used for any other purpose than fire extinguishing, drills, and testing.
(m) Fire hydrants, nozzles, and other fittings shall have threads to accommodate the hose connections noted in this paragraph. Firehose and couplings shall be as follows:
(1) Couplings shall be of brass, bronze, or other equivalent metal. National Standard firehose coupling threads shall be used for the 1 1/2-inch and 2 1/2-inch sizes, i.e., 9 threads per inch for 1 1/2-inch hose and 7 1/2 threads per inch for 2 1/2-inch hose.
(2) Unlined hose shall not be used in the machinery spaces.
(3) Where 3/4-inch hose is permitted by Table 193.10–5(a), the hose and couplings shall be of good commercial grade.
(4) Each section of fire hose used after January 1, 1980 must be lined commercial fire hose that conforms to Underwriters' Laboratories, Inc. Standard 19 or Federal Specification ZZ-H-451E. Hose that bears the label of Underwriters' Laboratories, Inc. as lined fire hose is accepted as conforming to this requirement. Each section of replacement fire hose or any section of new fire hose placed aboard a vessel after January 1, 1977 must also conform to the specification required by this paragraph.
[CGFR 67–83, 33 FR 1145, Jan. 27, 1968, as amended by CGD 74–60, 41 FR 43152, Sept. 30, 1976; CGD 76–086, 44 FR 2394, Jan. 11, 1979; CGD 88–032, 56 FR 35830, July 29, 1991; CGD 95–027, 61 FR 26012, May 23, 1996; USCG–2000–7790, 65 FR 58465, Sept. 29, 2000]
§ 193.10-15 Piping.
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(a) All piping, valves, and fittings, shall meet the applicable requirements of Subchapter F (Marine Engineering) of this chapter.
(b) All distribution cut-off valves shall be marked as required by §196.37–10 of this subchapter.
(c) For vessels on an international voyage, the diameter of the fire main shall be sufficient for the effective distribution of the maximum required discharge from two fire pumps operating simultaneously. This requirement is in addition to §193.10–5(c). The discharge of this quantity of water through hoses and nozzles at a sufficient number of adjacent hydrants must be at a minimum Pitot tube pressure of 50 pounds per square inch.
[CGFR 67–83, 33 FR 1145, Jan. 27, 1968, as amended by CGD 75–031, 40 FR 48349, Oct. 15, 1975]
§ 193.10-90 Installations contracted for prior to March 1, 1968.
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Installations contracted for prior to March 1, 1968, must meet the following requirements:
(a) Except as specifically modified by this paragraph, vessels must comply with the requirements of §§193.10–5 through 193.10–15 insofar as the number and general type of equipment is concerned.
(b) Existing equipment, except firehose nozzles and low-velocity water spray applicators, previously approved but not meeting the applicable requirements of §§193.10–5 through 193.10–15, may be continued in service so long as they are maintained in good condition to the satisfaction of the Officer in Charge, Marine Inspection. Minor repairs, alterations, and replacements may be permitted to the same standards as the original installations. However, all new installations or major replacements must meet the applicable requirements in this subpart for new installations.
(c) Vessels must comply with the general requirements of §193.10–5 (c) through (g), §193.10–10 (d) through (m), and §193.10–15 insofar as is reasonable and practicable.
(d) Each firehose nozzle must meet §193.10–10(i), and each low-velocity water spray applicator must meet §193.10–10(j).
[CGD 95–027, 61 FR 26013, May 23, 1996]
Subpart 193.15—Carbon Dioxide Extinguishing Systems, Details
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§ 193.15-1 Application.
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(a) The provisions of this subpart shall apply to all new installations contracted for on or after March 1, 1968.
(b) Installations contracted for prior to March 1, 1968, shall meet the requirements of §193.15–90.
(c) The requirements of this subpart are based on a “high pressure system,” i.e., one in which the carbon dioxide is stored in liquid form at atmospheric temperature. Details for “low pressure systems,” i.e., those in which the carbon dioxide is stored in liquid form at a continuously controlled low temperature, may be specifically approved by the Commandant where it is demonstrated that a comparable degree of safety and fire extinguishing ability is achieved.
§ 193.15-5 Quantity, pipe sizes, and discharge rates.
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(a) General. The amount of carbon dioxide required for each space shall be as determined by paragraphs (b) through (d) of this section.
(b) Total available supply. A separate supply of carbon dioxide need not be provided for each space protected. The total available supply shall be at least sufficient for the space requiring the greatest amount.
(c) Enclosed ventilation systems for rotating electrical propulsion equipment. (1) The number of pounds of carbon dioxide required for the initial charge shall be equal to the gross volume of the system divided by 10 for systems having a volume of less than 2,000 cubic feet, and divided by 12 for systems having a volume of 2,000 cubic feet or more.
(2) In addition to the amount required by paragraph (c)(1) of this section there shall be sufficient carbon dioxide available to permit delayed discharges of such quantity as to maintain at least a 25-percent concentration until the equipment can be stopped. If the initial discharge is such as to achieve this concentration until the equipment is stopped, no delayed discharge need be provided.
(3) The piping for the delayed discharge shall not be less than 1/2-inch standard pipe, and no specific discharge rate need be applied to such systems. On small systems, this pipe may be incorporated with the initial discharge piping.
(4) The piping for the initial charge shall be in accordance with Table 193.15–5(d)(4), and the discharge of the required amount shall be completed within 2 minutes.
(d) Machinery spaces, paint lockers, tanks, chemical storerooms, and similar spaces. (1) Except as provided in paragraph (d)(3) of this section, the number of pounds of carbon dioxide required for each space shall be equal to the gross volume of the space divided by the appropriate factor noted in Table 193.15–5(d)(1). If fuel can drain from the compartment being protected to an adjacent compartment, or if the compartments are not entirely separate, the requirements for both compartments shall be used to determine the amount of carbon dioxide to be provided. The carbon dioxide shall be arranged to discharge into both such compartments simultaneously.
Table 193.15-5(d)(1)
[Gross volume of compartment, cubic feet]
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Over Not over Factor
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500 15
500................................................. 1,600 16
1,600............................................... 4,500 18
4,500............................................... 50,000 20
50,000.............................................. ......... 22
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(2) For the purpose of the requirements of this paragraph, the volume of the machinery space shall be taken as exclusive of the normal machinery casing unless the boiler, internal combustion machinery, or fuel oil installations extend into such space, in which case the volume shall be taken to the top of the casing or the next material reduction in casing area, whichever is lower. “Normal machinery casing” and “material reduction in casing area” shall be defined as follows:
(i) By “normal machinery casing” shall be meant a casing the area of which is not more than 40 percent of the maximum area of the machinery space.
(ii) By “material reduction in casing area” shall be meant a reduction to at least 40 percent of the casing area.
(3) For vessels on an international voyage contracted for on or after May 26, 1965, the amount of carbon dioxide required for a space containing propulsion boilers or internal combustion propulsion machinery shall be as given by paragraphs (d)(1) and (2) of this section or by dividing the entire volume, including the casing, by a factor of 25, whichever is the larger.
(4) Branch lines to the various spaces shall be as noted in Table 193.15–5(d)(4).
Table 193.15-5(d)(4)
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Minimum
pipe
Maximum quantity of carbon dioxide required, pounds size,
inches
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100........................................................... \1/2\
225........................................................... \3/4\
300........................................................... 1
600........................................................... 1\1/4\
1,000......................................................... 1\1/2\
2,450......................................................... 2
2,500......................................................... 2\1/2\
4,450......................................................... 3
7,100......................................................... 3\1/2\
10,450........................................................ 4
15,000........................................................ 4\1/2\
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(5) Distribution piping within the space shall be proportioned from the supply line to give proper distribution to the outlets without throttling.
(6) The number, type, and location of discharge outlets shall be such as to give a uniform distribution throughout the space.
(7) The total area of all discharge outlets shall not exceed 85 percent nor be less than 35 percent of the normal cylinder outlet area or the area of the supply pipe, whichever is smaller. The nominal cylinder outlet area in square inches shall be determined by multiplying the factor 0.0022 by the number of pounds of carbon dioxide required, except that in no case shall this outlet area be less than 0.110 square inch.
(8) The discharge of at least 85 percent of the required amount of carbon dioxide shall be complete within 2 minutes.
§ 193.15-10 Controls.
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(a) Except as noted in §193.15–20(b), all controls and valves for the operation of the system shall be outside the space protected and shall not be located in any space that might be cut off or made inaccessible in the event of fire in any of the spaces protected.
(b) If the same cylinders are used to protect more than one hazard, a manifold with normally closed stop valves shall be used to direct the carbon dioxide into the proper space. If cylinders are used to protect only one hazard, a normally closed stop valve shall be installed between the cylinders and the hazard except for systems of the type indicated in §193.15–5(d) which contain not more than 300 pounds of carbon dioxide.
(c) One of the stations controlling the system for the main machinery space and the chemical storerooms shall be located as convenient as practicable to one of the main escapes from these spaces. All control stations and the individual valves and controls shall be marked as required by §§196.37–10 and 196.37–13 of this subchapter.
(d) Systems of the type indicated in §193.15–5(d) shall be actuated by one control operating the valve to the space and a separate control releasing at least the required amount of carbon dioxide. These two controls shall be located in a box or other enclosure clearly identified for the particular space. Those systems installed without a stop valve shall be operated by one control releasing at least the required amount of carbon dioxide.
(e) Where provisions are made for the simultaneous release of a given amount of carbon dioxide by operation of a remote control, provisions shall also be made for manual control at the cylinders. Where gas pressure from pilot cylinders is used as a means for releasing the remaining cylinders, not less than two pilot cylinders shall be used for systems consisting of more than two cylinders. Each of the pilot cylinders shall be capable of manual control at the cylinder, but the remaining cylinders need not be capable of individual manual control.
(f) Systems of the type indicated in §193.15–5(d), other than systems for tanks, which are of more than 300 pounds of carbon dioxide, shall be fitted with an approved delayed discharge so arranged that the alarm will be sounded for at least 20 seconds before the carbon dioxide is released into the space. Such systems of not more than 300 pounds of carbon dioxide shall also have a similar delayed discharge, except for those systems for tanks and for spaces which have a suitable horizontal escape.
(g) All distribution valves and controls shall be of an approved type. All controls shall be suitably protected.
(h) Complete but simple instructions for the operation of the systems must be located in a conspicuous place at or near all pull boxes, stop valve controls and in the CO2 cylinder storage room. On systems in which the CO2 cylinders are not within the protected space, these instructions must also include a schematic diagram of the system and instructions detailing alternate methods of discharging the system should the manual release or stop valve controls fail to operate. Each control valve to branch lines must be marked to indicate the related space served.
(i) If the space or enclosure containing the carbon dioxide supply for controls is to be locked, a key to the space or enclosure shall be in a break-glass-type box conspicuously located adjacent to the opening.
[CGFR 67–83, 33 FR 1145, Jan. 27, 1968, as amended by CGD 74–100R, 40 FR 6209, Feb. 10, 1975]
§ 193.15-15 Piping.
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(a) The piping, valves, and fittings shall have a bursting pressure of not less than 6,000 pounds per square inch.
(b) All piping, in nominal sizes not over 3/4 inch shall be at least Schedule 40 (standard weight) and in nominal sizes over 3/4 inch, shall be at least Schedule 80 (extra heavy).
(c) All piping valves, and fittings of ferrous materials shall be protected inside and outside against corrosion unless specifically approved otherwise by the Commandant.
(d) A pressure relief valve or equivalent set to relieve between 2,400 and 2,800 pounds per square inch shall be installed in the distribution manifold or such other location as to protect the piping in the event that all branch line shutoff valves are closed.
(e) All dead-end lines shall extend at least 2 inches beyond the last orifice and shall be closed with cap or plug.
(f) All piping, valves, and fittings shall be securely supported, and where necessary, protected against injury.
(g) Drains and dirt traps shall be fitted where necessary to prevent the accumulation of dirt or moisture. Drains and dirt traps shall be located in accessible locations where possible.
(h) Piping shall be used for no other purpose except that it may be incorporated with the fire-detecting system.
(i) Piping passing through living quarters shall not be fitted with drains or other openings within such spaces.
(j) Installation test requirements are:
(1) Upon completion of the piping installation, and before the cylinders are connected, a pressure test shall be applied as set forth in this paragraph. Only carbon dioxide or other inert gas shall be used for this test.
(2) The piping from the cylinders to the stop valves in the manifold shall be subjected to a pressure of 1,000 pounds per square inch. With no additional gas being introduced to the system, it shall be demonstrated that the leakage of the system is such as not to permit a pressure drop of more than 150 pounds per square inch per minute for a 2-minute period.
(3) The individual branch lines to the various spaces protected shall be subjected to a test similar to that described in the preceding subparagraph with the exception that the pressure used shall be 600 pounds per square inch in lieu of 1,000 pounds per square inch. For the purpose of this test, the distribution piping shall be capped within the space protected at the first joint ahead of the nozzles.
(4) In lieu of the tests prescribed in the preceding paragraphs in this paragraph, small independent systems protecting spaces such as emergency generator rooms, lamp lockers, chemical storerooms, etc., may be tested by blowing out the piping with air at a pressure of at least 100 pounds per square inch.
§ 193.15-20 Carbon dioxide storage.
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(a) Except as provided in paragraph (b) of this section, the cylinders shall be located outside the spaces protected, and shall not be located in any space that might be cut off or made inaccessible in the event of a fire in any of the spaces protected.
(b) Systems of the type indicated in §193.15–5(d), consisting of not more than 300 pounds of carbon dioxide, may have cylinders located within the space protected. If the cylinder stowage is within the space protected, the system shall be arranged in an approved manner to be automatically operated by a heat actuator within the space in addition to the regular remote and local controls.
(c) The space containing the cylinders shall be properly ventilated and designed to preclude an anticipated ambient temperature in excess of 130° F.
(d) Cylinders shall be securely fastened and supported, and where necessary, protected against injury.
(e) Cylinders shall be so mounted as to be readily accessible and capable of easy removal for recharging and inspection. Provisions shall be available for weighing the cylinders.
(f) Where subject to moisture, cylinders shall be so installed as to provide a space of at least 2 inches between the flooring and the bottom of the cylinders.
(g) Cylinders shall be mounted in an upright position or inclined not more than 30 degrees from the vertical. However, cylinders which are fitted with flexible or bent siphon tubes may be inclined not more than 80 degrees from the vertical.
(h) Where check valves are not fitted on each independent cylinder discharge, plugs or caps shall be provided for closing outlets when cylinders are removed for inspection or refilling.
(i) All cylinders used for storing carbon dioxide must be fabricated, tested, and marked in accordance with the requirements of §§147.60 and 147.65 of this chapter.
[CGFR 67–83, 33 FR 1145, Jan. 27, 1968, as amended by CGD 84–044, 53 FR 7753, Mar. 10, 1988]
§ 193.15-25 Discharge outlets.
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(a) Discharge outlets shall be of an approved type.
§ 193.15-30 Alarms.
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(a) Space normally accessible to persons on board while the vessel is being navigated which are protected by a carbon dioxide extinguishing system and are required to be fitted with a delayed discharge system other than paint and lamp lockers and similar small spaces, shall be fitted with an approved audible alarm which will be automatically sounded when the carbon dioxide is admitted to the space. The alarm shall be conspicuously and centrally located and shall be marked as required by §196.37–9 of this subchapter. Such alarms shall be so arranged as to sound during the 20-second delay period prior to the discharge of carbon dioxide into the space, and the alarm shall depend on no source of power other than the carbon dioxide.
§ 193.15-35 Enclosure openings.
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(a) Where mechanical ventilation is provided for spaces which are protected by carbon dioxide extinguishing systems provisions shall be made so that the ventilation system is automatically shut down with the operation of the system to that space.
(b) Where natural ventilation is provided for spaces protected by a carbon dioxide extinguishing system, provisions shall be made for easily and effectively closing off the ventilation.
(c) Means shall be provided for closing all other openings to the space protected from outside such space. In this respect, relatively tight doors, shutters, or dampers shall be provided for openings in the lower portion of the space. The construction shall be such that openings in the upper portion of the space can be closed off either by permanently installed means or by the use of canvas or other material which is normally carried by the vessel.
§ 193.15-40 Pressure relief.
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(a) Where necessary, relatively tight compartments such as refrigeration spaces, paint lockers, etc., shall be provided with suitable means for relieving excessive pressure accumulating within the compartment when the carbon dioxide is injected.
§ 193.15-90 Installations contracted for prior to March 1, 1968.
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(a) Installations contracted for prior to March 1, 1968, shall meet the following requirements:
(1) Existing arrangements, materials, and facilities previously approved shall be considered satisfactory so long as they meet the minimum requirements of this paragraph and they are maintained in good condition to the satisfaction of the Officer in Charge, Marine Inspection. Minor repairs, alterations, and replacements may be permitted to the same standards as the original installations. However, all new installations or major replacements shall meet the applicable requirements in this subpart for new installations.
(2) The details of the systems shall be in general agreement with §§193.15–5 through 193.15–40 insofar as is reasonable and practicable, with the exception of §193.15–5(d) (1), (2), and (4), covering machinery spaces, etc., which systems may be installed in accordance with paragraphs (a) (3) through (6) of this section.
(3) In boilerrooms, the bilges shall be protected by a system discharging principally below the floorplates. Perforated pipe may be used in lieu of discharge nozzles for such systems. The number of pounds of carbon dioxide shall be equal to the gross volume of the boilerroom taken to the top of the boilers divided by 36. In the event of an elevated boilerroom which drains to the machinery space, the system shall be installed in the engineroom bilge and the gross volume shall be taken to the flat on which the boilers are installed.
(4) In machinery spaces where main propulsion internal combustion machinery is installed, the number of pounds of carbon dioxide required shall be equal to the gross volume of the space taken to the under side of the deck forming the hatch opening divided by 22.
(5) In miscellaneous spaces other than cargo or main machinery spaces the number of pounds of carbon dioxide required shall be equal to the gross volume of the space divided by 22.
(6) Branch lines to the various spaces other than cargo and similar spaces shall be as noted in Table 193.15–90(a)(6). This table is based on cylinders having discharge outlets and siphon tubes of 3/8-inch diameter.
Table 193.15-90(a)(6)
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Number of cylinders
------------------------------------------------ Nominal pipe size,
Over Not over inches
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2 \1/2\_standard.
2................................... 4 \3/4\_standard.
4................................... 6 1_extra heavy.
6................................... 12 1\1/4\_extra heavy.
12.................................. 16 1\1/2\_extra heavy.
16.................................. 27 2_extra heavy.
27.................................. 39 2\1/2\_extra heavy.
39.................................. 60 3_extra heavy.
60.................................. 80 3\1/2\_extra heavy.
80.................................. 104 4_extra heavy.
104................................. 165 5_extra heavy.
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Subpart 193.30—Automatic Sprinkler Systems
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§ 193.30-1 Application.
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Automatic sprinkling systems shall comply with NFPA 13–1996.
[CGD 95–028, 62 FR 51220, Sept. 30, 1997]
Subpart 193.50—Hand Portable Fire Extinguishers and Semiportable Fire Extinguishing Systems, Arrangements and Details
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§ 193.50-1 Application.
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(a) The provisions of this subpart, with the exception of §193.50–90, shall apply to all vessels, including non-self-propelled vessels of less than 300 gross tons, contracted for on or after March 1, 1968.
(b) All vessels other than unmanned barges contracted for prior to March 1, 1968, shall meet the requirements of §193.50–90.
(c) All unmanned barges are exempted from the requirements in this subpart. However, if such barges carry on board hand portable fire extinguishers and semiportable fire extinguishing systems, then such equipment shall be in accordance with this subpart for manned barges.
§ 193.50-5 Classification.
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(a) Hand portable fire extinguishers and semiportable fire extinguishing systems shall be classified by a combination letter and number symbol. The letter indicating the type of fire which the unit could be expected to extinguish and the number indicating the relative size of the unit.
(b) The types of fire will be designated as follows:
(1) “A” for fires in ordinary combustible materials where the quenching and cooling effects of quantities of water, or solutions containing large percentages of water, are of first importance.
(2) “B” for fires in flammable liquids, greases, etc., where a blanketing effect is essential.
(3) “C” for fires in electrical equipment where the use of nonconducting extinguishing agent is of first importance.
(c) The number designations for size will start with “I” for the smallest to “V” for the largest. Sizes I and II are considered hand portable fire extinguishers and sizes III, IV, and V are considered semiportable fire extinguishing systems which shall be fitted with suitable hose and nozzle or other practicable means so that all portions of the space concerned may be covered. Examples of size graduations for some of the typical hand portable and semiportable fire extinguishing systems are set forth in Table 193.50–5(c).
Table 193.50-5(c)
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Classification Soda-
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and Foam, dioxide, chemical,
Type Size water, gals. lbs. lbs.
gals.
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A.......................................... II........................... 2\1/2\ 2\1/2\ ........ .........
B.......................................... I............................ ....... 1\1/4\ 4 2
B.......................................... II........................... ....... 2\1/2\ 15 10
B.......................................... III.......................... ....... 12 35 20
B.......................................... IV........................... ....... 20 50 30
B.......................................... V............................ ....... 40 100 50
C.......................................... I............................ ....... ...... 4 2
C.......................................... II........................... ....... ...... 15 10
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(d) All hand portable fire extinguishers and semiportable fire extinguishing systems shall have permanently attached thereto a metallic nameplate giving the name of the item, the rated capacity in gallons, quarts, or pounds, the name and address of the person or firm for whom approved, and the identifying mark of the actual manufacturer.
(e) Vaporizing liquid type fire extinguishers containing carbon tetrachloride or chlorobromomethane or other toxic vaporizing liquids shall not be permitted.
§ 193.50-10 Location.
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(a) Approved hand portable fire extinguishers and semiportable fire extinguishing systems shall be installed in accordance with Table 193.50–10(a). The location of the equipment shall be to the satisfaction of the Officer in Charge, Marine Inspection. Nothing in this paragraph shall be construed as limiting the Officer in Charge, Marine Inspection, from requiring such additional equipment as he deems necessary for the proper protection of the vessel.
(b) Semiportable fire extinguishing systems shall be located in the open so as to be readily seen.
(c) If hand portable fire extinguishers are not located in the open or behind glass so that they may be readily seen, they may be placed in enclosures together with the firehose, provided such enclosures are marked as required by §196.37–15 of this subchapter.
Table 193.50-10(a)_Hand Portable Fire Extinguisher and Semiportable Fire Extinguishing Systems
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Classification (see §
Space 193.50-5) Quantity and location
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Safety Areas1
Wheelhouse or fire control room......... .......................... None required.
Stairway and elevator enclosures........ .......................... Do.
Communicating corridors................. A-II...................... 1 in each main corridor not more than 150
feet apart. (May be located in
stairways.)
Lifeboat embarkation and lowering .......................... None required.
stations.
Radio room.............................. C-I 2..................... 2 in vicinity of exit.2
Accommodations 1
Staterooms, toilet spaces, public .......................... None required.
spaces, offices, lockers, isolated
storerooms, and pantries open decks,
etc.
Service spaces
Galleys................................. B-II or C-II.............. 1 for each 2,500 square feet or fraction
thereof suitable for hazards involved.
Machinery spaces
Paint and lamp rooms.................... B-II...................... 1 outside space in vicinity of exit.
Accessible baggage, mail, and specie A-II...................... 1 for each 2,500 square feet or fraction
rooms, and storerooms. thereof located in vicinity of exits,
either inside or outside the spaces.
Carpenter shop and similar spaces....... A-II...................... 1 outside the space in vicinity of exit.
Coal-fired boilers: Bunker and boiler .......................... None required.
space.
Oil-fired boilers: Spaces containing oil- B-II...................... 2 required.3
fired boilers, either main or B-V....................... 1 required.4
auxiliary, or their fuel-oil units. B-V.......................
Internal combustion or gas turbine B-II...................... 1 for each 1,000 brake horsepower, but not
propelling machinery spaces. less than 2 nor more than 6.5
B-III..................... 1 required.6, 7
Electric propulsive motors or generators C-II...................... 1 for each propulsion motor or generator
of open type. unit.
Enclosed ventilating systems for motors .......................... None required.
and generators of electric propelling
machinery.
Auxiliary spaces:
Internal combustion gas turbine....... B-II...................... 1 outside the space in vicinity of exit.
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Electric emergency motors or C-II...................... 1 outside the space in vicinity of exit. (continued)
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