
- 232 pages
- English
- ePUB (mobile friendly)
- Available on iOS & Android
Firefighting and Fire Safety Systems on Ships
About this book
This accessible reference introduces firefighting and fire safety systems on ships and is written in line with the IACS Classification Rules for Firefighting Systems. It covers the design, construction, use, and maintenance of firefighting and fire safety systems, with cross references to the American Bureau of Shipping rules and various Classification Society regulations which pertain to specific Classification Society rules.As such, this book:
- Focuses on basic principles in line with current practice
- Is aimed at non-specialists
The book suits professional seafarers, students, and cadets, as well as leisure sailors and professionals involved in the logistics industry. It is also particularly useful for naval architects, ship designers, and engineers who need to interpret the Class rules when developing shipboard firefighting systems.
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Table of contents
- Cover
- Half Title
- Title
- Copyright
- Table of Contents
- Preface
- Author's note
- Abbreviations
- PART 1 Science of combustion
- PART 2 Fire extinguishing systems and infrastructure
- PART 3 Additional requirements
- References
- Index