Emergency Fire Pump Installation Requirements

Ship Types and Sizes:

• Passenger ships: 1000 GRT and above
• Cargo ships: 2000 GRT and above

Power Source:

• Self-cooled compression ignition engine or
• Electric motor powered by an emergency generator

Location and Setup:

• Outside machinery space
• Not part of the engine room
• Independent suction arrangement
• Total suction head ≤ 4.5 meters under all conditions

Operational Specifications

Pump Capacity:

• Minimum 25m³/hr
• Deliver two ½ inch bore jets of water
• Horizontal throw of the jet is ≥ 40 ft

Suction Valve:

• Remotely operated or always kept open

For Above-Water-Level Installation:

• Priming arrangement required

Additional Requirements

For Motor-Driven Pumps:

• Heating arrangement supplied from emergency switchboard

For Engine-Driven Pumps:

• Fuel tank capacity: Run pump at full load for ≥ 3 hours
• Separate reserve fuel tank outside engine room
• Manual/battery/hydraulic start type
• Operable by one person

Safety Measures

• Independent suction arrangement
• Priming system for above-water installations
• Remote operation or always-open suction valve