Bezpieczeństwo i regulacje · 18.06.2004

Fire-Suppression Systems and Voyage Planning for Towing Vessels

This final rule adopts, with changes, the interim rule published on April 29, 2003, that required the installation of fire- suppression systems in the engine rooms of towing vessels and voyage planning. This rule aims at reducing the number of uncontrolled engine- room fires and other mishaps on towing vessels. It should save lives, reduce property damage, and reduce the associated threats to maritime commerce and the environment.