According to U.S. Coast Guard Regulations (46 CFR Part 34), if a fixed foam system is activated aboard a tank vessel, the foam supply must be sufficient to last for a minimum of __________.
• 46 CFR Part 34 – Firefighting Equipment on Tank Vessels • Required duration of foam discharge for fixed deck foam systems • Difference between portable/extinguishers and fixed foam systems on tank decks
• Is the required foam duration based on quickly knocking down a small fire, or sustaining control of a large deck fire? • Would regulations for tank vessels carrying flammable liquids tend to require a short, medium, or relatively long application time? • Think about how long it typically takes to bring additional firefighting resources to bear on a tank deck fire once the fixed system starts operating.
• Look specifically at 46 CFR 34.20 (or nearby sections) dealing with fixed foam systems on tank vessels, not general fire rules. • Confirm the requirement is stated as a minimum number of minutes of foam solution at the required application rate. • Verify you are reading the section for fixed deck foam systems on tank vessels, not cargo pump rooms or other spaces.
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