NVIC 09-14 Task 3.2.A

Inspect and service fire detection and fire- extinguishing systems and equipment

AFF-X3.2 Requirements for statutory and classification surveys

In an approved or accepted course, in simulated shipboard conditions,

the candidate pre- inspects the ship’s firefighting equipment for compliance with the applicable rules and regulations.

The candidate will conduct a pre-inspection of the ship’s firefighting equipment, including:

1. The currency of the inspection certificates and records for portable fire extinguishers;
2. Determining which portable fire extinguishers require recharging and/or hydrostatic testing;
3. The currency of inspection certificates and records for semi-portable fire extinguishers;
4. Determining which semi-portable fire extinguishers require recharging and/or hydrostatic testing;
5. The currency of the inspection certificates and records for fixed fire extinguishers;
6. Determining which fixed fire extinguishers require recharging and/or hydrostatic testing;

7. Determining continued suitability of various pieces of equipment for their specified service including:

   a. fire nozzles;

   b. deluge system piping and nozzles;

   c. fireman’s outfits;

   d. spanners;

   e. valves;

   f. axes; and

   g. hoses; and

8. The validity of other documentation that may be required by the inspector.