Classification Of Fires And Types Of Fire Extinguishers On Merchant Ships
We always try to stay up to date on all things maritime - from shipping to what ship chandlers in Cape Town are up to. So here’s a great article about different types of fire and fire extinguishers on merchant ships! Everyone knows what a fire phenomenon is. Fire is the process of combustion of inflammable materials producing heat, light and smoke. We use it every day to heat our homes and cook our meals. But when a fire is uncontrolled it can totally destroy whatever lies on its path. When a fire occurs on board of seagoing vessel it can result in disaster. The modern vessel is a sophisticated structure with a great number of combustible materials and equipment not to mention oil tankers and gas carriers which carry thousands of tons of dangerous fuel. Needless to say that fire on such vessels would result in catastrophic consequences. In order to prevent fire on board, there are a number of certain requirements issued by international regulatory authorities which must be