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46 CFR 181.405: Spaces required to have fire detection systems.

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  1. Title 46—Shipping
  2. CHAPTER I—COAST GUARD, DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY
  3. SUBCHAPTER T—SMALL PASSENGER VESSELS (UNDER 100 GROSS TONS)
  4. PART 181—FIRE PROTECTION EQUIPMENT
  5. Subpart D—Fixed Fire Extinguishing and Detection Systems

(a) The following spaces must be equipped with a fire detection and alarm system of an approved type installed in accordance with 46 CFR part 76, except when a fixed-gas fire extinguishing system that is capable of automatic discharge upon heat detection is installed or when the space is manned:

(1) A space containing propulsion machinery.

(2) A space containing an internal combustion engine of more than 50 hp.

(3) A space containing an oil-fired boiler.

(4) A space containing machinery powered by gasoline or any other fuels having a flash point of 43.3 °C (110 °F) or lower.

(5) A space containing a fuel tank for gasoline or any other fuel having a flash point of 43.3 °C (110 °F) or lower.

(b) [Reserved]

(c) Vessels described by 46 CFR 175.110(c) must have an interconnected fire detection system in compliance with § 181.450 installed in all enclosed areas where passengers and crew have routine access, including accommodation spaces and machinery spaces.

(d) An enclosed vehicle space must be fitted with a fire detection and alarm system of an approved type that is installed in accordance with part 76 of this chapter.

Collected 2026-08-27T02:26:22Z. Source file · JSON

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