BENETEAU First 20, Owner'S Manual

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Maintenance of the fire-fighting equipment
The owner/person operating the boat must:
- Get the fire-fighting equipment checked at the frequency shown on the equipment;
- Replace portable fire extinguishers, if outdated or discharged, by extinguishing apparatus of equal capacity;
- Provide at least one fire bucket with a lanyard, in a readily accessible place, for protection on deck;
- Get the fixed fire extinguishing systems filled or replaced if they are discharged or have expired.
Responsibility of the owner/boat operator
It is the responsibility of the owner/boat operator to:
- Ensure that the fire-fighting equipment (portable extinguishers, bucket and fire blanket) is readily accessible when there are people onboard;
- Show the members of the crew:
- The location and use of the fire-fighting equipment;
- The location of evacuation routes and fire exits.
- Equip the vessel with one or more portable extinguishers whose heads are compatible with the diameter of the discharge orifice in vertical use..
- Unlock all deck hatches and fire escape openings when the vessel is occupied..
Notes for the attention of the boat user
General points
- Check that the bilges are clean and frequently check that there are no fuel/gas vapours or fuel leaks.
- In the case of replacement of components of the fire-fighting equipment, use only the appropriate components of the same code designation or having the equivalent technical
capacity and fire resistance.
- Do not install free-hanging curtains or other fabrics near or above the cooking appliances or other equipment with a naked flame.
- The fire exits other than the door or main companionway are identified by the following symbol:
Information relating to fire risks and risks of explosion