U.S. Coast Guard Regulations for Uninspected Vessels
Fire Extinguishing Equipment [46 CFR 25.30]
Hand-portable fire extinguishers and semi-portable fire extinguishing systems must be of the "B" type (i.e., suitable for extinguishing fires involving flammable liquids, greases, etc.).
Weigh and inspect portable fire extinguishers every six months.
- Hand-portable fire extinguishers and semi-portable fire extinguishing systems must have a metal name plate listing the name of the item, rated capacity (gallons, quarts or pounds), name and address of person/firm for whom approved, and the manufacturer's identifying mark.
- Portable fire extinguishers must be inspected and weighed every six months.
- Minimum number of B-II hand-portable fire extinguishers required to be on board motor vessels: one if less than 50 tons, two if 50-100 tons, three if 100-500 tons, six if 500-1,000 tons, and eight if more than 1,000 tons.
The U.S. Coast Guard regulates uninspected vessels.
- Fixed fire extinguishing systems must be an approved carbon dioxide type and must meet U.S. Coast Guard requirements. (See OSHA Directive CPL 02-01-020, November 1996.)
Backfire Flame Control
Every gasoline engine, except outboard motors, must be equipped with an acceptable means of backfire flame control.
Ventilation
Fuel tanks and engine spaces, using fuel with a flashpoint of 110 degrees Fahrenheit or less, must be provided with adequate ventilation to remove explosive or flammable gases from the fuel tank compartment and bilges.
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