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The document outlines procedures for the release of CO2 in engine rooms during fires, including steps to prevent inadvertent release and precautions to ensure crew safety. It discusses the re-entry protocol after CO2 discharge and factors for calculating the number of CO2 bottles needed for effective fire suppression. Additionally, it covers the design of a total flooding CO2 gas system and the sequence of valve operations.

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co2

The document outlines procedures for the release of CO2 in engine rooms during fires, including steps to prevent inadvertent release and precautions to ensure crew safety. It discusses the re-entry protocol after CO2 discharge and factors for calculating the number of CO2 bottles needed for effective fire suppression. Additionally, it covers the design of a total flooding CO2 gas system and the sequence of valve operations.

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Q7. a) C02 is to be released in engine room in case of fire.

Briefly describe steps taken before it can be

released. What means are provided to prevent inadvertent release of C02 in engine room? (12)

b) Briefly discuss the procedure for re-entering the engine room after the release of CO2. (8)

Q2. a) C02 is to be released in engine room in case of fire. Briefly describe steps taken before it can be

released. (7)

b) What means are provided to prevent inadvertent release of C02 in engine room? (7)

c) How the number of CO2 bottles required for a ship is calculated? (6)

Q5. a) List the precautions that must be taken before releasing CO2 into the engine room in the event

of a fire. Why is it critical to ensure these steps are followed to safeguard crew and equipment? (7)

b) Describe the actions that should be taken immediately after CO2 release to manage the fire and

prevent re-ignition. (6)

c) Explain the factors that determine the quality of CO2 required for effective fire suppression in ship’s

engine room. Outline the formula and method used to calculate the number of CO2 bottles needed on

board. (7)

Q7. a) Sketch and describe a total flooding CO2 gas system suitable for the protection of machinery

spaces. (10)

b) State, with reasons, which valve should be operated first in the system shown in (a). (5)

c) Explain the procedure of entry into the compartment after discharge of CO2. (5)

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