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HINDUSTAN SHIPYARD LIMITED

FIRE STANDING ORDERS
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HINDUSTAN SHIPYARD LTD. FIRE STANDING ORDERS

1. Fire is a great destructive natural force. If not properly handled, it an destroy

vital stores, equipment, accommodation and other amenities. Majority of fire which
affect the yard is attributable to carelessness, ignorance, lack of discipline and failure
to observe regulations. Efficient arrangements for preventing the occurrence of fire
and for extinguishing it in early stages are a matter on priority in every department of
the Shipyard.

2. The Fire Standing Orders have been prepared with the objective of providing a
guide to all issues connected with firefighting.

3. Information and instructions contained In the Fire Orders must be read and
thoroughly understood by all Officers of this Yard who in turn must explain the same to
the workers and employees of their respective department.

Lt. Con Sundeep Parija (Retd)

AGM (Security & Admin)

II

APPROVED

Cmde Hement Khatri, (Retd)

Chairman & Managing Director

Visakhapatnam
Jun 2024
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CERTIFICATE

Certified that I have read and understood the Hindustan Shipyard Ltd. Fire
Standing Orders.
Ser Name Rank No. Department

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RECORD OF AMENDMENTS

Amendment Authority Date of Initials Remarks

No Insertion

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HINDUSTAN SHIPYARD LTD. FIRE STANDING ORDERS

DISTRIBUTION

1. Chairman & Managing Director

2. Director (Strategic Projects)
3. Director (Shipbuilding)
4. Director (Finance & Commercial)
5. Director (Corporate Planning & Personnel)
6. Chief Vigilance Officer
7. Project Director (VC-11184)
8. Chief General Manager
9. General Manager (Design)
10. General Manager (Production)
11. General Manager (EKM)
12. General Manager (HR)
13. General Manager (CP)
14. General Manager (PP&PM)
15. General Manager (Tech)
16. General Manager (Finance)
17. Addl. General Manager (Legal)
18. Addl. General Manager (QC)
19. Addl. General Manager (PM)
20. Addl. General Manager (P&M)
21. Addl. General Manager (EC)
22. Addl. General Manager (OC)
23. Addl. General Manager (Security & Admin)
24. Deputy General Manager (CS)
25. Deputy General Manager (CM)
26. Chief Security Officer
27. Fire Officer
28. 30 Spare copies (with AGM (Security & Admin))

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CONTENTS

CHAPTER I- BASICS OF FIRE SAFETY

ARTICLE SUBJECT
0101-04 Aim
0105-11 Fire
0112 Methods of Extinguishing Fire
0113 Classification of Fire
0114 Causes of Fire Accident
0115 Fire Fighting
0116 Prevention of Fire
0117-19 Combating Fire
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CHAPTER II-ADMINISTRATION AND ORGANISATION

0201 General
0202 Safety Officer
0203 Shipyard Fire Organisation
0204 Manager (Sec & FS)
0205 Medical Officer
0206 Area/Building in charges
0207 Shift System
0208 General Administration
0209 Log Book
0210 Response to Fire Calls
0211 Utilisation of Fire Tenders
0212 Books and Records
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CHAPTER III –DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

0301 Shipyard Fire Officer

0302 HODs/Managers of the department
0303 Principle Medical Officer (PMO)
0304 Sr. Manager (PM)
0305 DGM (Safety)
0306 Manager (PM)
0307 Leading Fireman
0308 Shift-in-Charge

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0309 Fire engine Driver

0310 Crew-In-Charge
0311 Fireman
0312 Actions during Fire Emergency
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CHAPTER IV - FIRE FIGHTING EQUIPMENT/ APPLIANCES

0401 General
0402 Care and Maintenance of Fire Fighting Equipment
0403 Fire Tender
0404 CNAL for Fire Tender
0405 Truck Mounted Aerial Ladder Platform
0406 Maintenance of Fire Engines
0407 Daily Maintenance
0408 Weekly Maintenance
0409 Monthly, Quarterly and Annual Maintenance
0410 After use Maintenance
0411 Fire Extinguishers
0412 Aluminised Fire Proximity Suit
0413 Maintenance Supervisor
0414 Maintenance Accessories
0415 Testing
0416 Delivery Hose
0417 Suction Hose
0418 Accounting of Firefighting Equipments
0419 Recharging & Hydraulic Test
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CHAPTER V- FIRE DETECTION AND ALARM SYSTEMS

0501 Details of Fire Alarms, Water Sprinkling system & FF System

0502 Fire Detection and Alarm System
0503 Periodical Servicing/ Maintenance
0504 Quarterly Checks/ Tests
0505 Annual Checks/ Tests
0506 System Disconnection during Testing
0507 Test following an Alarm or Fire
0508 User’s responsibility
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CHAPTER VI – FIXED FIRE FIGHTING SYSTEMS ON JETTIES AND DRYDOCKS

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0601 Fire main system at a glance

0602 Sea water Fire main system
0603 Fresh water Fire main system
0604 Tabulated brief of Key Buildings provided individual pump houses
0605 Co-Ordination between MDM, MYS, Fire station and users
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CHAPTER VII –FIRE BRIGADE ORGANISATION

0701-02 General
0703 Fire onboard Ships/ Submarines
0704 Firefighting team
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CHAPTER VIII – FIRST AID AND CASUALTY EVACUATION

1001 First Aid

1002 Lifting of Casualties
1003-08 Carrying Methods in case of Rescue
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CHAPTER XII- FIRE SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

1201 Vacation of Building on Cessation of Work

1202 Material liable to spontaneous combustion
1203 Inflammable Material
1204 Drying Ovens
1205 Smoking
1206 Protection from lightening
1207 Electricity
1208 Storage of POL
1209 Workshops, Garages, Parking sheds, Battery Charging Room
1210 Welding and Cutting Plants, Blow Lamps
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APPENDICES

Appendix Description References

Appendix “A” List of FF equipment of VLM Jetty 0401

Appendix “B” Description of Fire Fighting Appliance 0401
Appendix “C” Fixed Fire Fighting Appliance 0501(a)
Appendix “D” Fire Detection and Fire Alarm Systems 0501(b)
Appendix “E” Water Sprinkling & clean agent Systems 0501(c) & (d)
Appendix “F” Sea Water Fire main system 0602(b)
Appendix “G” Fresh Water Fire main system 0603
Appendix “H” Fire Brigade Organisation 0704
Appendix ‘K’ Handing/Taking over certificates of 0505,
AFDS/Fixed FF systems and Static 0603 (b) & (c)
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CHAPTER – I

BASICS OF FIRE SAFETY

0101. Aim. Fire activities are of three types namely fire prevention, first aid
firefighting and major firefighting. First endeavor should always be for prevention of
fire by all possible means. Elimination of fire risks of any nature should therefore, be
the prime duty of each employee of the establishment. Good housekeeping,
removal of fire hazards and alertness are some essential prerequisites for
maintenance of high standards of fire prevention.

0102. As fire prevention mainly depends on human involvement, there is likely to

be some carelessness, the resultant occurrence of which is occurrence of fire/
accident. Therefore, notwithstanding the preventive measures taken, chances of
occurrence of fire cannot be ruled out at any given time. Since minor fire can easily
be put out, it is important that any break out of fire is detected immediately and action
is taken promptly to extinguish the fire. Every employee therefore needs to have
thorough knowledge of first aid firefighting.

0103. As occurrence of fire in the vicinity of stores may lead to disastrous

consequences involving loss of life and property, effective fire prevention measures
and efficient firefighting facilities are essential. If the fire prevention and first aid
firefighting arrangements are kept at the required standards, chances of major fire
are considerably reduced. It is therefore, essential that a high level of awareness be
maintained among employees on various aspects of fire prevention and firefighting
methods.

0104. This Fire Standing Orders gives an overview of the fire-fighting organization,
modalities of prevention of fire and fire-fighting infrastructure. All employees are
expected to familiarise with the contents of these orders and equip themselves with
adequate knowledge to perform their roles efficiently. It is therefore, imperative that
the contents of these orders are clearly understood and complied with by all
personnel of the Shipyard.

0105. Fire Fire accidents are often sudden, severe and most of these
accidents occur due to carelessness and negligence. Keeping this in mind a state of
readiness is to be kept at all times and at all levels. It is therefore, essential that all
personnel working in the Yard should have adequate working knowledge of first aid
firefighting appliances. Four things are essential to start and sustain a fire. These are
fuel, heat, free radicals and air (O 2). In the absence of one of these four elements fire
is impossible to occur. Therefore, firefighting is undertaken by four methods i.e.,
cutting off fuel supply (starving), cutting off air supply (smothering), removal of free
radicals (quenching) and cutting off heat (cooling).

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0106. The fire triangle theory has been replaced in the industry by the fire
tetrahedron, apart from the three ingredients included in the fire triangle, the fire
tetrahedron model also includes the aspect of chain reaction in the fire. This type of
model becomes more relevant when we are dealing with the combustion of burning
metals like lithium, aluminum etc. (class D fire), where it becomes even more
important to consider the energy releases.

0107. Fire Load. Fire load is the total amount of combustible materials expressed
in heat units, or its equivalent weight of wood. It is an imperial value given to indicate
the potential gross heat output of the contents if they were completely burnt. It is an
important aspect in deciding the degree of fire protection required from in a building.
However, as a matter of fact the amount of fuel present in a building is not constant
as there are additions or changes in material every day, but a reasonable accurate
fire load can be accessed from experience.

0108. Fire Load Distribution. An important factor which contributes towards

spreading of fire is the distribution of combustible material in the buildings or in other
words the fire load per area of the building. The distribution of the combustible
material should be such that the danger of fire spreading is minimized.

0109. Fire Development Graph.

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0110. Elements of Fire Safety Design. To have a desired level of fire safety, it
is important to have all the elements of fire safety in place. If any one of the elements
is not given proper attention, it can render all other elements useless during a fire. All
elements of fire safety design are enumerated below: -

(a) Fire Prevention

(b) Spread of Fire
(c) Compartmentation
(d) Designing countermeasures to the growth of Fire
(e) Fire Detection and Alarm
(f) Automatic Suppression

0111. Major Branches of the Fire Safety Objectives Tree.

FIRE SAFETY OBJECTIVES

PREVENT IGNITION MANAGE IMPACT

MANAGE FIRE MANAGE EXPOSED

The logic of the tree is directed towards the achievement of specified objectives.
Strategies for achieving fire safety are divided into two categories: -

(i) Prevent fire ignition (Appendix A)

(ii) Manage the impact of fire (Appendix A)

0111. Fire is a chemical reaction called ‘COMBUSTION’ (usually oxidation resulting

in the release of heat and light). To initiate and maintain the chemical reaction to
occur and continue, the following are essential: -

(a) Fuel. Combustible substance, solid, liquid, or gas, wood, papers,

oil, paint, LPG, acetylene are some of examples.

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(b) Oxygen. Usually air contents approximately 20% oxygen, in certain

cases oxygen is produced in chemical reactions.

(c) Heat. A fuel requires minimum of heat energy for ignition and differs
from fuel to fuel. Ignition usually takes place when the temperature of a fuel is
raised by some mechanism, such as flame, electric spark, arcing, friction and
static and electricity.

(d) Chain Reaction. As heat is added, the ignition source, fuel

molecules and oxygen molecules gain energy and become active. This
molecular energy is transferred to other fuel and oxygen molecules which
creates a chain reaction where the fuel looses electrons and oxygen gains
electrons.

0112. Methods of Extinguishing Fire. Fire safety is based upon the principle of
keeping fuel sources and ignition source separate. Fire extinction, in principle,
consists in breaking any one arm of the fire tetrahedron. Methods of extinguishing fire
may therefore be classified as follows: -

(a) Cooling. The temperature is lowered below the ignition temperature

of the fuel.

(b) Starving. This involves removing the fuel from the burning mass.

(c) Smothering. Oxygen supply is removed.

(d) Free Radicles Quenching. This method employs the principle of

reduction of free radical concentration through recombination of the free
radicles with the extinguisher agents. It happens in metallic fire where DCP
extinguishers the fire interrupting the flame chemistry due to free radicles
quenching.

0113. Classification of Fire. Fire is classified into the following types: -

(a) Class ‘A’. These are fires involving solid materials normally of an
organic nature such as wood, paper, textiles, rubber, dry charcoal etc. Class A
fires are the most common. The most effective extinguishing agent against
Class A type of fires is generally water in the form of jet/ spray.

(b) Class ‘B’. These are fires involving flammable liquids or liquefiable
solids like POL, edible oils, alcohol, diesel, petrol, wax etc.

(c) Class ’C’. These are fires involving flammable gases or liquified
gasses in the form of liquid of a spillage or gas leak and these include
methane, propane, butane, CNG, LPG, (cooking gas), hydrogen, acetylene
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etc. Foam (AFFF extinguisher) or Dry Chemical Powder (DCP extinguisher)

can be used to control fires involving shallow liquid pills.

(d) Class ’D’. These are fire involving combustible metals and minerals
such as magnesium, aluminum, zinc sodium etc.

(e) Class E. These are fires involving electrical/ electronic equipment’s.

Co2 extinguishers can be used to prevent damage to delicate equipment’s.

(f) Class F. These are fires involving coking media such as vegetable
or animal oils and fats.

0114. Causes of Fire Accidents. Some common causes of fire are: -

(a) Use of naked light in unauthorized places.

(b) Careless disposal of cigarette ends and lighting match sticks.

(c) Negligence of proper precaution in use of fuel, oils, and inflammable

material.

(d) Improper securing of electrical fittings/ wiring.

0115. Fire Fighting. Firefighting consists of the following: -

(a) Prevention of fire

(b) Combating fire

0116. Prevention of Fire. Prevention of fire is achieved through precautionary

measures. Particular attention is therefore to be paid to the following: -

(a) All waste materials should be disposed off in waste bins/ containers
kept for the purpose.

(b) All inflammable stores are to be properly stored in appropriate spaces

provided for them and smoking should be prohibited around such stores.
These places are to be marked in red with “NO SMOKING “signboards.

(c) Heating/ cooking ranges in galley should always be kept under control
and put off when not required.

(d) Heater and other electric appliances should not be left unattended when
in use. All precautions during welding/ hot work are to be undertaken i.a.w.
extant regulations.
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(e) Cigarette ends and lit matchsticks should be extinguished properly

before being disposed off.

0117. Combating Fire.

(a) Aim - To check further spread of fire

- To protect property
- To save people from injuries
- To rescue personnel trapped in fire
- To prevent theft/ pilferage at that moment

(b) Extinguishing Fire - Extinguishing fire by cooling, smothering,

starving and quenching.
- Demolition to prevent spread of fire to
adjacent area
- Medical cover to treat the emergency
cases without loss of time

0118. As per extant guidelines, firefighting/ detection arrangements must be installed

during the construction of the building/ facility. The degree of safety (against fire) that is
to be provided depends on the use of building and the construction materials used. In
case of all new major civil works/ construction, should be consulted regarding nature/
type of firefighting system to be utilized/ provisioned in accordance with National
Building Code (NBC). On completion of building work, the concerned department is to
take over fixed firefighting equipment/ facilities to prevent loss or deterioration of the
same. The user of the building will thereafter be involved in safe custody and timely
maintenance and operational availability of these assets through Manager (Sec & FS).

0119. As per NBC catogarisation, all buildings whether existing or hereafter erected,
are classified in one of the following groups: -

(a) Group A - Residential

(b) Group B - Educational

(c) Group C - Institutional

(d) Group D - Assembly

(e) Group E - Business

(f) Group F - Mercantile

(g) Group G - Industrial (this group includes any building or part of a

building or structure, in which products or materials of all kinds and properties
are fabricated, assembled, manufactured or processed.)
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(h) Group H - Storage

(j) Group J - Hazardous (this group includes any building or part of a

building used primarily for the storage or sheltering of goods or merchandise
except those that involve highly combustible or explosive products or material.)

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CHAPTER – II

ADMINISTRATION AND ORGANISATION

0201. General. The Fire Officer or Officer nominated by C&MD is responsible to

the functioning of the Shipyard Fire Organisation.

0202. Safety Officer. DGM (Safety) is responsible to implement contingency plans

for evacuation of men and material in buildings and centers in case of emergencies
which include fire, explosions, floods, earthquakes, toxic material releases etc.

0203. Shipyard Fire Organization.

(a) Firefighting Wing. The function of this wing is to attend fire calls and
to carry out firefighting with full alacrity. It is also responsible for upkeep of all
gears of Fire Tenders.

(b) Fire Training Wing. The function of this wing is to conduct

firefighting training (for all categories of personnel) through classroom
instructions in the Shipyard Fire Station. The Fire Officer is to promulgate a
weekly training programme. In addition, periodical lectures/ class room
instructions and practical training lessons are to be imparted by the fire staff to
common workers of shop floors so as to keep them updated with the
requirements of firefighting. Supervisors, workers, staff etc. are subsequently
nominated by Managers/ Departmental Officers as specified in the programme.
Combined fire exercise with ships and submarines are to be conducted as per
monthly plan promulgated by Fleet NBCDO. Further weekly mock drills are
also to be conducted as per Factory Acts. Moreover, two fire exercises are to
be conducted by DDO every day, in designated areas. A quarterly major
coordinated fire exercise is to be conducted and report regarding the same is
to be rendered to CNBCDO. The details of various exercises/ drills are
tabulated below: -
Sl Type of Exercise Participation Conducted
No. by
(i) Monthly Combined Fire Ship’s staff (Officers/ sailors) Ship’s
Exercise with ships and SHIPYARD Fire Fighting NBCDO
Staff
(ii) Quarterly Major SHIPYARD Fire Fighting staff, Fire Officer
Coordinated Fire civilian staff, Officers, sailors
Exercise with units and DSC personnel.
(iii) Weekly Mock Drills Concerned department of the Fire Officer
Yard
(iv) Daily fire exercise SHIPYARD Fire Fighting staff, DDO
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0204. Manger Fire. Manager Fire will function as the In-charge of fire station of
Shipyard. He will report to the DGM (Sec & FS) and will be responsible for the
operational availability of all fire fighting equipment, accounting/ safe custody and
maintenance of equipment and the efficiency of firemen and their training. Fire Officer
is to ensure proper documentation of maintenance and periodical firefighting training in
accordance with Factory Act 1948 and ____. Fire department will arrange for periodical
inspection, of portable firefighting extinguishers. Annual discharge and recharge of
portable firefighting extinguishers is to be undertaken by Fire Department once in a
year. Every 3 years to undertake hydro pressure testing of all portable fire
extinguishers and issue BER certificates as required (if pressure test has failed). In
cases where new types of portable extinguishers are been used. The periodic
maintenance of extinguishers is to be undertaken through an AMC under delegated
financial powers.

0205. Medical Officer. The PMO is responsible for providing all medical aids including
ambulances in the event of fire. He is also responsible to ensure that updated all shelf
life medicines are issued to departments periodically in order to maintain updated first
aid boxes at all locations.

0206. Area/ Building in - Charges. Each department is to nominate a person who

would be responsible for the maintenance and upkeep of the fire points, fire hoses, fire
hydrants and other firefighting infrastructure in the respective areas. In addition, he will
be responsible to prepare evacuation plan/ building plan and mark all escape routes
within the department and send report to DGM (safety)

0207. Shift System. Fire personnel except those in the General shift will be
distributed equally in two shifts (round the clock) in a such manner that the minimum
number of crew essential to man the appliances are present in all shifts. The general
shift will be maintained for office work, general maintenance of equipment/ vehicles of
the fire station. The shift timings are as follows: -

(a) A Shift - 0700 h 1900 h

(b) B Shift - 1900 h 0700 h

(c) General Shift - 0800 h 1600 h

0208. General Administration. DGM (Sec & FS) may issue administrative
instructions for smooth functioning of the Fire Department from time to time in the form
of circulars. Some of the administrative instructions are appended below: -

(a) Supervision by DDO. Fire Station will work under the supervision/
directions of the OOD during off working hours. The Shift in-Charge shall ensure
that OOD is fully informed of the attendance, capability and activities of the Fire
Station. In case of fire (in off working hours) the OOD is to be immediately
informed. In case of any fire emergency related problem in off working hours
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OOD is to be contacted for instructions and all orders given by OOD are to be
implicitly followed. The AGM/DGM/Manager (Sec & FS) are to be subsequently
informed.

(a) General Duties. Selected staff as suitable will be detailed to carry out
general duties to assist the administration. General duty staff will follow normal
Shipyard routine. Fire Officer present in the general duties will exercise control
and supervise the general duty personnel. Following are the salient duties of
general nature: -

(i) Record of attendance, leave and absence

(ii) Preparation of shift rolls.

(iii) Preparation of night duty shifts.

(iv) .

(v) Correspondence on discipline and other general subjects.

(vi) Preparation of training programme and arranging classes for

instruction for fire staff.

(vii) Conducting fire training in shop floor.

(viii) Maintenance of VDRA and vehicle log book.

(ix) Demand, collection, distribution, survey and accounting of stores.

(x) Maintenance of vehicle and appliances.

(xi) Area upkeep and such other duties, which may be required for
smooth functioning of fire station.

(xii) Maintenance/ routines of firefighting equipment/ appliances.

0209. Log Book. A log book will be maintained at the Fire Station in which timings
of sentry duties, timings of fire calls, details of drills, training and fire practices
conducted and all other important occurrences will be entered by the Shift-in-Charge.
Log should be checked by the Fire Officer daily and is to be put up to DGM (Sec & FS)
for perusal weekly. Important events of the shift are to be brought to the notice of the
Fire Officer in time.

0210. Response to Fire Calls. Immediate response to all fire calls is of utmost
importance. On receipt of the fire call, the Fireman on duty should sound the fire bell
and shout “fire----fire---fire” giving its location. The crew should immediately mount the
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Fire Tender and proceed to the scene of fire. The crew should be trained to complete
all movements and leave the station within 30 seconds after the receipt of the call. This
time should never exceed 01 minute in any circumstances.

0211. Utilisation of Fire Tenders. Fire Tenders and firefighting staff are to be
employed/ kept standby only for operations/ activities where there is risk of real fire.
They are not to be utilized for general purposes like watering plants, clean-ship of
roofs/ gutters, filling of overhead tanks etc.

0212. Book and Records. The books and records that are to be maintained by Fire
department are as follows: -

(a) Fire Standing Order

(b) Incident Book
(c) Firefighting Equipment Information Book
(d) Training Book
(e) Permanent Loan Ledger (PLL)
(f) Record of Static Water Tanks
(g) Status of Fire Tenders and Fire Brigade Personnel
(h) Fire Exercises Register (Combined/ Quarterly/ Co-Ordinated)
(i) Wet/Dry Firefighting Training Book
(j) VDRA Log Book
(k) Service Log Books of DFTs and FTPs
(l) Weekly Maintenance of DFTs
(m) Daily Maintenance of DFTs
(n) Record of Hydrant Checks
(o) Custody Cards (of all shop floors/departments).
(p) ASKA Lights Generators Maintenance
(q) AME Register
(r) BA Set Maintenance Register
(s) Calibration Register
(t) Health Maintenance Register
(u) IMS Register
(v) P.P.E Compliance Register

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CHAPTER – III

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

0301. Shipyard Fire Officer. The Shipyard Fire Officer will look after the general/
day to day administration of Shipyard Fire Station. The following are some of the
responsibilities of the Shipyard Fire Officer: -

(a) Implementation of Fire Standing Orders.

(b) Conduct of regular fire exercises.

(c) Exercise overall control of the Yards Fire Brigade organization.

(d) Ensure training of fire personnel at certified institutes

(e) Ensure periodic training of fire men and Yard personnel in the use of
firefighting equipment through conduct of Fire exercises. . He is always to be
available at scene of fire, both during real fire and during drill/ training).

(f) Ensuring availability of fire tenders and good health of firefighting

equipment, initiation of effective firefighting measures and augmentation of
firefighting infrastructure.

(g) Ensuring that Fire Tenders if non-operational, are made operational in

the shortest possible duration through liaison with the concerned authorities.

(h) Seeking assistance from near by organisations during FF operations,

when necessary.

(i) Providing support to concerned outlying/ civil agencies in accordance

with extant regulations.
(j) Undertake periodic review of firefighting equipment/ accessories and
take necessary action for positioning deficiencies/ repair of defects (in liaison
with the concerned authorities) as required.

(k) Arrange periodical maintenance, repair and testing of all firefighting

equipment to ensure that they are in operational state at all times.

(l) Review Shipyard Fire Orders periodically to recommend any changes

that may seem necessary.

(m) Obtain Fire NOC.

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(n) Carry out surprise check of buildings at random to confirm compliance

with fire precautions as laid down.

(p) Undertake surprise to ensure alertness of staff and operational

availability of fire appliances.

(q) Careful/ proper maintenance of all documents/ registers such as Log

Books, Occurrence Book Attendance Register etc.

(r) Preparation and submission of all returns and statements including pay
rolls in respect of fire staff every month.

(s) Submission of all fire and special services reports within 48 hours of
their occurrence.

(t) Ensure that all standard tests (weekly, monthly etc.) in respect of all fire
equipment, appliances, vehicles and hoses are undertaken and necessary
entries are made in the Station Log/ Occurrence Book.

(u) Ensure efficient and sustainable arrangements are made to supply

water for fire-fighting.

0302. HODs/ Managers of Departments. All HODs/ Managers are responsible for
the overall fire safety and efficiency of firefighting equipment maintained/ held within
their department/ buildings (both fixed and portable). Managers are to co-ordinate with
fire officer for firefighting activities including conduct of fire exercises within their
respective departments. HODs/ Managers are also responsible for maintaining
updated First Aid boxes (with in-date medicines) in their AOR. They are also to ensure
placement of suitable marking/ indication of “Escape Routes” of buildings under their
area of responsibility.

0303. Principal Medical Officer (PMO). The PMO is responsible for providing all
medical assistance (including ambulances) in the event of FF/ evacuation operations.
He is also responsible to ensure that suitable medicines are issued to all departments
from time to time in order to maintain “updated first aid boxes” at all designated
locations.

0304. Sr. Manager (PM). Sr. Manager (PM) is responsible for ensuring operational
availability and efficient management of fixed sea water firefighting system (including
fire hydrants) on jetties and responsible for operational availability of fixed sea water
firefighting system in the docks. All defects are to be repaired promptly and necessary
information of defect and likely duration of repair is to be intimated to Fire service
department. SM (PM) is to ensure the following: -

(a) Operational availability and maintenance of all fresh/Sea water

firefighting system.
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(b) Regular maintenance, cleaning, painting, marking of volumetric capacity

in respect of Static Water Tanks.

(c) Maintenance of operational status of all fire alarms/ fixed firefighting

systems installed at various buildings by timely conclusion of AMC contract.

(d) Maintenance of fresh water fire hydrants and availability of water with
standard pressure in all fire hydrants.

(e) Earthing test of all buildings and issuance of certificate to the user.

(f) Time to time audit of electrical hygiene of all buildings/Vessels store

houses and street lights of the Yard.

(g) Availability of adequate fresh water supply at all times for fire hydrants
and Static Water Tanks for firefighting purpose.

0305. DGM Safety. He will be overall head of Safety organisation and will be
responsible for overall efficiency and co-ordination of all safety activities undertaken in
the Yard.

0306. Manager (PM). Maintenance/repair of Fire Tenders to be undertaken from

time to time to ensure their operational availability at all times.

0307. Leading Fireman. Leading Fireman will assist Fire Officer in executing his
duties and will be responsible for training & discipline of fire personnel and also proper
maintenance of the entire firefighting infrastructure. The Charter of Duties of Leading
Fireman is as follows: -

(a) Responsible for all appliances, stores, equipment etc. issued to the Fire
Station and submit a report (to Fire Officer) as to the correctness or otherwise of
such articles taken on charge. He shall meet the requirement of Fire Station
through preparation/ submission of requisition as and when necessary.

(b) Assist Fire Officer in conduct of training of personnel and periodical

firefighting exercises/ demonstrations.

(c) Ensure all equipment and appliances are kept clean and are stowed in
a systematic manner to facilitate their immediate use (without loss of time) in
times of fire and other emergencies.

(d) Instruct and train all men under his charge in the use and maintenance
of Fire appliances/ equipment.

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(e) Conduct a muster parade for the inspection of uniform, clothing, boots
and equipment at least once in a quarter. Keep clothing and equipment in clean
and good condition and report shortage, if any, to superiors.

(f) Ensure that roll is called at such time his superior officer considers most
suitable, but it shall be done compulsorily at the time of change-over of duties.

(g) Ensure that men placed on Fire Station and s6entry duties are properly
dressed and briefed about their duties.

(h) Operational availability of communication system is to be ensured. An

immediate report is to be made to the superior officers in case there is any
defect or failure.

(j) Keep alert to attend to emergency calls such as fire and rescue in the
shortest possible time

0308. Shifts–in–Charge. The Shift-in-Charge is responsible to the OOD/Fire

Officer in off working hours. He should thoroughly acquaint himself with all activities of
the fire station. The duties and responsibilities of shift in charge are enumerated below:
-
(a) He will be available in the fire station for duty at all times. He will hold
himself in readiness, which he may be called upon to perform with all matters
coming to his knowledge, effecting the fire station and Fire service in general.

(b) He will obey implicitly all order of his superiors and extract strictest
obedience and civility form those serving under him. He will devote
wholehearted attention to his duty and set an example to his men by
cleanliness, promptitude, civility and devotion to duty.

(b) He will close up on duty well before shift changing time in order to
facilitate smooth muster and handing/taking over of shifts.

(c) At shift change time, both the Shift-in-Charges will muster and inspect
their men. The new Shift-in-Charge will inspect and take over Fire tenders, and
other appliances/ accessories as per inventory list (at the earliest available)
opportunity.

(d) The Shifts-in-Charges shall sign as token of handing over/taking over in

a register which will be maintained the said purpose. The Shift-in-Charge who is
being relieved will not leave the fire station without satisfying all queries of the
Shift-in-Charge who is taking over duty. All issues such as any new orders
issued during the day, any activities currently in progress etc. are to be
intimated.

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(e) The Shift-in-Charge shall take attendance and detail crew on

operational vehicles at the earliest.
(f) He will undertake frequent musters and conduct drills/ briefing to keep
personnel alert and in state of readiness.

(g) By surprise muster or otherwise he shall ensure no member of shift

absents himself from his duty without prior permission

(j) He will personally check the serviceability of Fire Tenders as per Daily
state at the earliest opportunity.

(k) He will maintain the running record of all Fire tenders and fuel record in
his dairy for the information of Fire Officer.

(l) He will inspect the fire station by taking rounds to ensure that it is neat
and tidy and building/ furniture /fire equipment/communication systems are in
working condition. He will note his observation in a dairy for the information of
Fire Officer.

(m) He will detail personnel for general clean ship and supervise them as
required.

(n) He shall ensure that keys of building/ Centre are drawn from gates in
case of any fire exigency during off working hours.

(p) He will attend all cases of fire and write his report on completion of
firefighting operation for the information of Fire Officer in a manner as directed
by Dy. Fire Officer. He shall report to his superior officer at once of any damage
or causalities that may have occurred as a result of Fire accident.

(q) He will ensure that communication equipment is in working condition. A

complaint for non-operational telephone is to be made to the Fire Officer
immediately.

0309. Fire Engine Drivers. The driver of Fire Brigade of the Shipyard Fire Service
shall: -
(a) Be available at the fire station, or any other assigned place of duty and
be responsible for proper upkeep and optimum operational availability of
vehicles and pumps under his charge.

(b) Start the fire appliances and other vehicles in his charge at least twice a
day (or as directed by superior officers) and check Fuel, oil, lubricant, radiators,
water level, lights, brake etc. to make sure that all appliances are in serviceable
condition. If any defect is observed the same is to be reported to the Fire Officer
or the Shift-in-Charge of the fire station.

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(c) Keep an inventory of all articles and equipment under his charge and
maintain a record of time at work, mileage, petrol and oil consumption etc.

(d) If feasible, attend minor defects of appliances and vehicles without

seeking assistance of workshop.

(e) Render assistance to mechanics undertaking repair of appliances/

vehicles within the Fire Station.

(f) Undertake maintenance and upkeep of batteries, cleaning of engines of

appliances/ vehicles and apply a coat of anti-corrosive paint, grease etc. as and
when required.

(g) Carry out any other duties relating to the maintenance mobility and
operation of fire appliances, motor vehicles, pumps or other firefighting/ rescue
gear as ordered.

0310. Crew-in-Charge. The duties of Crew-in -Charge are as follows: -

(a) Muster crew and inspect the vehicle given under his charge for its
operational readiness.

(b) Muster all accessories and appliances as per inventory and report to the
Shift Supervisor.

(c) Supervise and keep his crew alert at all times.

(d) Obey implicitly all orders given by shift in charge and other supervisors.

(e) Keep the Shift-in-Charge informed of all activities undertaken by him

when detailed for a firefighting operation.

0311. Fireman. The duties of Fireman are as follows: -

(a) Be available at the fire station, for attending fire call or any other
emergency in proper uniform. He shall not leave his post until he is duly relieved.

(b) Obey implicitly all orders of superior officers and undertake all duties as
may be assigned promptly and efficiently.

(c) Remain in-date/ acquainted with his role and duties by actively taking
part in drills and fire practices.

(d) Keep the premises of Fire Station, miscellaneous appliances, hose

drying area etc. shipshape/ organized and clean and tidy.

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(e) Remain alert to respond to any emergency call. Once the alarm is
sounded, all tasks order by a superior are to be discharged with zeal,
enthusiasm and in the shortest possible time.

(f) Perform/ attend/ witness parade and drills (related to fire services) as
per the scheduled routine.

(g) Assist the fire brigade driver in undertaking servicing fire engines.

(h) While on guard/ sentry duty the firemen shall be responsible: -

(i) To guard all property, fixture, fittings and other assets both in the
fire station premises and its surroundings.

(ii) To control movement of incoming and outgoing vehicles to avoid

accidents.

(iii) Receive fire calls and sound alarm for quick reaction.

0312. Actions During Fire Emergency.

(a) The person who notices fire/ smoke first will shout “Fire”, “Fire”, “Fire”
(“आग”, “आग”, “आग”) giving its location. He will try to fight the fire with the first aid
firefighting equipment kept in the building/ near the location. He/she will
thereafter inform the building in-charge quickly about the fire.

(b) The building in-charge will fight fire with the help of available staff and
inform fire station on telephone “09493792222/2334”, security Supervisor
07093662550 and OOD on “9493792263”. Till the arrival of fire brigade, they will
ensure that all flammable items near the fire are removed. Clear access for fire-
fighting team is to be facilitated. If fire is likely spread to the entire building, the
building in-charge/ person nominated will intimate order for evacuation of the
building.

(c) As soon as duty sentry in the fire station gets the fire message, he will
shout “Fire”, “Fire”, “Fire” (“आग”, “आग”, “आग”) giving its location, inform the Shift-in-
Charge and sound the fire alarm.

(d) The Shift-in-Charge of the fire station will order to his crew to proceed
towards the fire incident and he will keep the OOD/ Shipyard Fire Officer
updated about the fire-fighting efforts. The fire crew along with fire tender will
leave the station within 30 seconds (after receipt of the call). On completion of
firefighting OOD/ Shipyard Fire Officer will be briefed.

0313-15. Blank.

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CHAPTER –IV

FIRE FIGHTING EQUIPMENT / APPLIANCES

0401. Hindustan Shipyard Ltd. is having 03 in numbers Fire Tenders and the following
portable firefighting equipment/appliances (Details at Appendix ‘B’): -

SER DESCRIPTION QTY HELD

(a) Fire Buckets 563
(b) AFFF Extinguishers 608
(c) DCP 10 Kg 399
(d) DCP ABC 1000Gram 310
(e) CO2 02 Kg 136
(f) CO2 04 Kg 108
(g) CO2 06 Kg 18
(h) CO2 22.5 Kg 04
(j) HNE High Pressure Mist Gun 21
(k) Fear naught suit jacket 20
(l) Aluminum Fire Proximity Suits 08
(m) Breathing Apparatus Set 23
(n) Fire Balls 03
(p) Breathing Air Compressor 01
(q) Truck Mounted Aerial Ladder Platform 01
(r) FF BOTS with carrying vehicle 02
(s) 6.5 Kg Twin trolley 05
(t) Portable Tower Lights (ASKA) 05
(u) DCP 04 Kg 311
(v) CO2 6.5 Kg 07

****. The above-mentioned portable firefighting equipment have been placed at various
locations inside the yard as brought out at Appendix ‘B’ to this order.

0402. Care and Maintenance of Firefighting Equipment. Fire does not occur every day
and thus complacency on the part of the personnel can easily creep in. Neglect in
maintaining the equipment properly may lead to their being ineffective in an emergency. It is
therefore, important that personnel entrusted with the care and maintenance of the
appliances are thoroughly conversant with their responsibilities. Proper accounting and
maintenance of firefighting equipment is of utmost importance. All the firefighting equipment
should be on ledger charge and properly accounted for. Inventory of the equipment held at
the Fire Station should be maintained up to date. The Fire Officer is to check register on a
daily basis. The Shipyard Fire Station will undertake annual discharge, re-charge and
hydraulic test in respect of all extinguishers supplied to building/department and vessels
once in three years.
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0403. Fire Tenders. The fire tenders held on the charge of the Fire Station, Shipyard
are to be maintained by Manager Plant Maintenance (MPM) maintains the pumps and other
fittings of the Tenders and the vehicular part of the fire-fighting Tenders.

0404. CNAL for Fire Tender The following CNAL items are authorized for a Fire Tender-:
-

Ser. FF & DC Items for DFT Part No Demon Qty.

(a) Hose Impermeable with N4210-000684 No 02
Instantaneous Coupling (70MM
DIA x 12 Mtr)
(b) Hose Impermeable with N4210-9009489 No 02
Instantaneous Coupling (50MM
DIA x15 Mtr)
(c) Variable Delivery Nozzle NSN4210- No 02
720472079
(d) BA Sets (300 Bar) NSN4240- No 02
720461346
(e) Fire Coat (Medium) for Fire Fighter N8415-002576 No 02
Suit
(f) Fire Coat (Small) for Fire Fighter N8415-002576 No 02
Suit
(g) Trouser (Medium) for Fire Fighter N8415-002578 No 02
Suit
(h) Trouser (Small) for Fire Fighter N8415-002579 No 02
Suit
(j) Rubber Boots for Fire Fighter Suit N8430-001178 No 02
– (Size -9)
(k) Rubber Boots for Fire Fighter Suit N8430-001177 PR 02
– (Size -8)
(l) Gloves for Fire Fighter N8415-002580 PR 04
(m) Antiflash Hood for Fire Fighters N8415-002575 No 04
(n) Helmet with Head Lamp for FF and N8415-002738 No 04
DC
(p) Extinguisher Fire CO2, 2Kg N4210-P009445 No 02
(q) 9 Litre AFFF Extinguisher NSN4210- No 02
72066924
(r) 10 Kg DCP Extinguisher, (ABC N4210--000043 No 02
Type
(s) Dividing Breaching N4210-003053 No 01
(t) Coupling Double Female N4210-003054 No 02
(u) Coupling Double Male N4210-003055 No 02
(v) FB 5X Foam Making Branch Pipe N4210-P009442 No 01
with pickup assembly

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CNAL SPARES FOR DFS DETAILS

 Thermal Imaging Camera
(a) Rechargeable Battery Pack N4210-P009353 No 02
 Flood Light Battery Operated
(a) 12V, 12Ah Battery N6410-P060459 No 02
(b) H3, 55 Watt Halogen Bulb N6240-P060675 No 02
LIST OF CNAL SPARES FOR DFT
 Coupling Double Female
(a) Lug N4210-P009532 No 02
(b) Spring N4210-P009533 No 02
(c) Washer N4210-P009534 No 02
 Extinguisher Fire CO2, 2Kg
(a) Discharge Horn N4210-000172 No 02
(b) Hose N4210-000671 No 02
 10 Kg DCP Extinguisher (ABC Type)
(a) Hose (Length 0.75+/- 0.05 Mtrs) N4210-P009291 No 02
(b) Trigger Controlled Nozzle N4210-P009292 No 02
(c) Washer N4210-P009293 No 02
(d) CO2 Cartridge 200 Gms N4210-000022 No 02
(e) ABC Dry Powder in 10 Kg Bag N4210-P009284 No 80
 9 Litre AFFF Extinguisher
(a) CO2 Cartridge 60 Gms N4210-P063171 No 02
(b) 08 mm Dia, 1 M Length PVC Nylon N4210-P009538 No 02
Braided Hose, Bursting Pressure
50 Kg/Cm2 with end fittings
(c) Nozzle N4210-P009539 No 02
(d) Washer for Cap N4210-P009274 No 02
(e) Spring N4210-P009275 No 02
 BASSCA 300 BAR
(a) Head Strap Complete N4240-P009023 No 02
(b) Adapter Charger for PA 80 – 1 Set N4240-P009031 No 02
(c) O – Ring for Valve N4240-P009035 No 02
(d) O – Ring for Regulator Valve Body N4240-p009037 No 02
(e) Teflon Tape 12 mm N4240-P009038 No 02
(f) Facemask Complete N4240-P009040 No 02

0405. Truck Mounted Aerial Ladder Platform. Truck mounted aerial ladder platform
is used for Firefighting and rescue operations in high rise buildings. The ladder (with cage
bottom) is capable of reaching a height up to 30 mtrs from the ground. The maximum load
capacity of the cage is 500 Kgs without water and 300 Kgs with water. The truck mounted
aerial platform, has got a foam tank of 500 litres which can be connected with an external
water supply for firefighting.

0406. Maintenance of Fire Engines. Failure of major firefighting equipment like Fire
engine or in time of emergency may lead to loss of life and property. Therefore, all routines
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of maintenance, inspection and testing must be strictly followed. Proper records are to be
maintained for the same. The following checks are to be undertaken at the start of each shift
by the crew on duty under the supervision of the Shift-in-Charge/Driver: -

(a) Water tanks are full.

(b) Engine radiator and auxiliary tank for the heat exchanger are topped up.

(c) Fuel tank (for adequate fuel).

(d) Tyres for correct inflation (correct pressure should be painted on the
outside of mudguard above the tyres in white paint).

(e) Oil level in the engine pump.

(f) Battery for proper connections and level of distilled water.

(g) First aid hose reel for free rotation.

(h) Inventory of accessories for correction of quantity and ensure proper

storage.

(j) Started and run the Fire Engine for 2 minutes and check brakes and
general road performance.

0407. Daily Maintenance. All appliance shall be thoroughly cleaned and the
following test are to be undertaken everyday: -

(a) Clean all painted parts. Soft rags or polishing cloth are to be used and
colorless polish applied, if necessary.

(b) Clean all unpainted parts using metal polish and soft rags.

(c) Clean all unpainted chromium parts. These shall be cleaned with soap
and water and polished with polishing cloth after drying.

(d) Clean all unpainted steel using kerosene oil and fine grade emery cloth
and wipe with soft cotton rags.

(e) Scratched paint, if any, shall be retouched as necessary with correct

shade of good quality paint, if possible.

(f) All dull finished parts shall be varnished.

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(g) All cutting edges of tools shall be sharpened as necessary and all gear
shall be restored correctly.

(h) Lockers, doors, hinges, locks, lids and cover of the appliances shall be
checked for proper functioning.

(j) All parts of the bodywork coming in contact with water shall be checked
for signs of rust/ corrosion and shall be cleaned and repainted as necessary.

(k) In appliances fitted with service/ hose reel tanks, all plumbing shall be
checked for leaks and leaks rectified. It shall be ensured that all pipe work is
firmly supported.

(l) All lever and wheel type valves shall be checked for functioning and
closed.

(m) The auxiliary throttle shall be checked for correct functioning (where
fitted) after engaging the pump.

(n) Engine shall be cleaned with rags using used engine oil and kerosene
in equal parts. Care should be taken not to disturb connections.

(p) The following shall be lubricated: -

(i) Centrifugal pump.

(ii) Valve spindles, including pump outlet valves, all lever type valves
and linkages, auxiliary throttle and primer if it is of rotary type.

0408. Weekly Maintenance. The weekly maintenance task shall be undertaken

on days as mentioned in succeeding paragraphs.

(a) Monday.

(i) Inspect tyres, including spare wheel and inner tyres of twin rear
wheel. Remove flints from tyre treads and from between twin tyres. Test
pressure and if necessary, inflate to correct pressure. Check for even
wear.

(ii) Clean engine/ chassis, as applicable thoroughly.

(iii) Check and if necessary adjust fan belt where fitted.

(iv) Check wheel nuts and tighten as necessary without using undue
force.

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(b) Tuesday.

(i) Check all engine joints and fuel oil and water connections for
leakage.

(ii) Oil and grease chassis with particular attention to swivel pins,
steering linkages, nipples across shaft etc.

(iii) Adjust gland of water circulation plump, if fitted. Check and clean
cooling system filter.

(iv) Lubricate pump shaft bearing where fitted and provide with
means of lubrication.

(c) Wednesday.

(i) Check clutch pedal for free play. It should not be less than 20
mm at pedal pad. Report, if defective.

(ii) Lubricate reciprocating and rotary primers where fitted with

engine oil and grease metal to metal valves.

(iii) Check road spring anchorage and spray or brush the springs
with engine oil.

(iv) Check search/ spot lights for free movement and lubricate as
necessary.

(v) Check the light cable.

(d) Thursday.

(i) Check hand and foot brakes for correct functioning.

(ii) Check manual towing bar and lubricants folding hinges.

(iii) Examine suspension/ shock absorbers including spring fixing

bolts.

(iv) Clean engine/chassis thoroughly as applicable.

(e) Friday.

(i) Check engine control, viz, accelerator, throttle, choke and ignition
connections, as applicable.

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(ii) If battery is fitted check, ammeter reading to ensure the dynamos

is charging correctly.

(iii) Clean spark plugs (for petrol engine only).

(iv) Lay out all delivery hoses for airing and replace them with fresh
stock from the store

(f) Saturday.

(i) Check steering wheel for slackness, check oil level in steering
wheel and top up as necessary.

(ii) Check first aid hose reel tubing for cracks/ physical damage and
treat with French chalk externally before rewinding.

(iii) Check and test the hoses that have been removed.

(iv) Repair all hoses tested as necessary.

(v) Complete weekly summary in the vehicle log book/ hose register
and so on.

0409. Monthly, Quarterly and Annual Maintenance. These maintenance

routines are to be carried out by the MT Section/ Plant Maintenance Department of the
Naval Shipyard. The Shipyard Fire Officer is to liaise with the concerned department
for insuring all maintenance routines are undertaken.

0410. After Use Maintenance. Immediately, after returning from a fire call or ‘fire
drill’, the following routines will be carried out under the supervision of the Shift-in-
Charge: -
(a) In All Cases

(i) The water in tank/ hose reel is to be cleared and the radiator tank
and fuel tank shall be replenished

(ii) Lubricating oil level in the engine pump shall be checked and
topped up if necessary.

(iii) If a heat exchanger is fitted, by-pass filter shall be cleaned

whenever the heat exchanger has been used.

(iv) In the case of reciprocating primer water in the primer crankcase,

it shall be allowed to settle and then drained out if the primer has
actually been used. The primer crankcase shall then be topped up
with lubricating oil of the correct grade.
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(v) In case of rotary primer, it shall be run for a short time to eject all
water. It shall then be lubricated and turned by hand.

(vi) The appliance including the ancillary equipment shall be

thoroughly cleaned and polished as necessary.

(b) After Pumping Water Only. The pump shall be thoroughly flushed
out with clean water and all used hoses shall be flushed cleaned, dried and
replenished with fresh hoses.

(c) After Foam Production. The pump hoses and all foam producing
equipment shall be thoroughly flushed out with clean water. The hoses shall
thereafter be clean dried and replenished with fresh hoses.

0411. Fire Extinguishers. Maintenance of first aid firefighting equipment held

in the fire station will be the responsibility of the Shipyard Fire Station. All centers of
the Yard will be issued with first aid fire extinguishers on custody cards. Fire
extinguishers held with various departments are to be periodically maintained by
respective departments/ Fire Station as per the following schedule/ procedure: -

(a) Weekly Routine.

(i) AFFF Extinguishers. Check/ ensure that all extinguishers are

stored in correct place/ manner and their safety pins have been
sighted, are intact and free (not jammed).

(ii) CO2 Extinguishers. Check/ ensure that all extinguishers are

stored in correct place/ manner and their safety pins have been
sighted, are intact and free (not jammed).

(iii) DCP Extinguishers.

(aa) Check/ ensure extinguishers are in correct stored place/

manner.
(ab) Check the discharge gun valve for freedom of movement
and the condition of rubber sealing washer on valve spindle.

(ac) Examine condition of hoses and check all connections

tight.

(iv) DCP Extinguishers.

(aa) Check the CO2 bottle safety pin seal.

(ab) Check condition of the union washer.

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(ac) Visually check bleed holes on diverter and isolation valve,

metering valve, filter cap pressure relief valve clear.

(ad) Condition of union washer

(ae) Remove safety pin and check the depressurising valve

(af) Examine condition of hoses and check is all connection

are tight and free for movement.

(ag) Check proper stowing of the extinguisher to prevent

damage due to impact/ collision and facilitate obstruction free
removal.

(b) Monthly Routine.

(i) DCP Extinguishers.

(aa) Remove filter cap and check condition of powder.

(ab) Clean cap threads and check vent holes are clear

(c) Quarterly Routine.

(i) AFFF Extinguisher.

(aa) Remove cap and ensure that the piercing plunger is free
to operate, thereafter lightly grease parts and threads at cap and
cylinder.

(ab) Check/ ensure that the container is filled with AFFF

solution to the prescribed/ indicated level.

(ii) CO2 Extinguishers. Check the distribution horn for its

operational condition.

(iiI) DCP Extinguishers. Remove cap and check the condition of

the powder. Clean the cap thread and check is all vent holes are clear.

(d) Annual Routine.

(i) AFFF Extinguishers.

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(aa) Open the extinguisher, check the liquid level. Pour the
liquid in a separate clean receptacle to see if there is any
sediment at the bottom of the cylinder. Reject the charge if there
is significant formation of sludge.

(ab) Thoroughly clean the container with fresh water. Refill the
charge and replace the cap.

Note:- Ensure correct proportion of AFFF compound and fresh

water while charging the extinguisher (0.55 liters of AFFF
compound and 8.45 liters of fresh water). Also check/ ensure that
the life of AFFF compound has not expired.

(ac) Examine externally and internally for any corrosion or

damage. If found unsatisfactory, land the same for pressure test.
Damaged/ corroded extinguisher and gas cartridge should be
replaced.

(ad) Check the weight of the CO2 cartridge. Replace if loss of

mass is more than 10% of the specified charge.

(ae) Examine the foam generating nozzle, strainer, vent holes,

internal discharge tube, ceiling washer etc. Replace them if not in
good condition. Otherwise clean them thoroughly.

(af) Check the operating mechanism for free movement and

the piercing mechanism for proper working.

(ag) Clean the hose assembly and check it for any dust/
sediment at either shank ends.

(ii) CO2 Extinguishers.

(aa) Examine the extinguisher externally. If found

unsatisfactory, land the same for pressure test. Damaged or
corroded extinguisher should be replaced.

(ab) Check the weight of the extinguisher and compare the

mass against the mass marked on it (for a fully charged
extinguisher). If the loss of mass is more than 10%, send the
extinguisher for refilling.

(ac) Clean and polish the extinguisher externally.

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(ad) Check the condition of the discharge hose, horn and

safety pin for any damage. Replace if required.

(ae) For trolley mounted extinguisher, check the wheel carriage

for free movement, lubricate the wheel axles and undertake
hydraulic pressure testing of the CO2 extinguishers at a pressure
of 250 kg/cm2. The pressure of 250 kg/cm2 is to be built-up
slowly in 1 min. and maintained for 2.5 mins. Stagger this test
such that all CO2 extinguishers are tested at least once in five
years. Recharge/ refill the extinguishers thereafter.

(iii) DCP Extinguishers.

(aa) Where discharge control is fitted on the nozzle, operate

the extinguisher before opening, to ensure that there is no
pressure in the extinguisher.

(ab) Weigh the extinguisher to check for correctness of the

mass of powder filled in it as per the marking on the body.

(ac) Open the extinguisher, remove the CO2 cartridge and

check that the sealing disc is intact. Check the weight of the CO2
cartridge. Replace if loss of mass is more than 10% of the
specified charge.

(ad) Check and ensure safety valve, discharge hose, discharge

valve and nozzle are in operational condition. Examine nozzle,
hose, vent holes, piercing mechanism of cap cartridge holder,
grease and wipe clean.

(ae) Remove the inner shell (if any) and clean port holes.

(af) Empty the dry powder in a dry container and examine for
caking, lumps and foreign matter. Replace with fresh powder if
required.

(ag) Examine the extinguisher body internally. If found

unsatisfactory, land in Shipyard for pressure test. Damaged or
corroded extinguisher should be replaced. Also replace any
corroded gas cartridge.

(ah) Inspect outer body of the container, clean and paint as

necessary. Clean and lubricate discharge fittings.

(aj) Clean the extinguisher using dry air and reassemble.

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(ak) In case of trolley mounted DCP extinguisher, Check the

condition of wheels/ rubber tyre of the trolley, ensure free
movement of trolley and lubricate the wheel axles.

0412. Aluminised Fire Proximity Suit. An Aluminised Fire Proximity Suit

(AFPS) is a light weight effective firefighting protective suit that enables a firefighter to
approach close to the fire. Firefighting protective clothing is designed to give the
wearer protection against the radiant heat and flame, but only for a limited period. The
weight of suit along with anti-flash hood, boots and gloves is 6.5 kgs. It protects against
radiant heat up to 14000C and wearer can stay at distance of 0.6 mtrs from the fire for
period of 45 sec. it consists of jackets and trousers which is worn over the basic
firefighting rig. It also includes anti-flash hood, inner outer gloves and shoes made of
fire-retardant material. Photo luminescent bands are affixed on the suits for locating the
fire fighter in smoked filled compartment and on low visibility.

0413. Maintenance Supervisor. All departments are to nominate supervisors

who will be responsible to ensure timely maintenance of firefighting equipment. Further
a register is to be maintained for “record of maintenance” which will be signed by
respective Manager on a weekly basis.

0414. Maintenance of Accessories. Maintenance of other accessories such as

delivery and suction hose etc. are to be undertaken by fire station as mentioned in the
succeeding paragraphs.

(a) Delivery Hose and Hose Reel Tubing.

(i) Will be stored in dry and ventilated place and kept free from
dampness

(ii) Should not be dragged along the ground or over rough surfaces

(iii) When storing in folds, short bends are to be avoided

(iv) Contact with oil, grease, paints etc are to be avoided

(v) Should not be bent while under pressure

(vi) Be periodically removed from fire tender or FTP and exposed to

fresh air

(vii) Vehicles should not be permitted to cross over, unless hoses are
protected using hose ramps.

(viii) Should be thoroughly cleaned after every use, dried in shade and
neatly rolled for storing.

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(ix) Both male and female hose couplings should be frequently

examined for damage and tested once in a month. Lugs on the female
couplings should be lubricated with graphite and washers checked.

(x) Annual testing of hose up to a pressure of 8.5 kg/cm2 using 5/8

nozzles

(xi) Any leak to be marked with indelible pencil and hose to be

repaired

(xii) Maintain record of tests

(b) Suction Hose.

(i) Monthly check of suction hose for pinhole or leakages.

(ii) Washers should be soft.

(iii) Canvas jacket should be fitted wherever possible to prevent

undue wear and tear.

(iv) Hoses should never be dragged or compressed by any weight.

(v) Monthly vacuum testing be undertaken along with pump.

(c) Suction Strainer.

(i) Proper cleaning after every use.

(ii) Monthly inspection for any cracks or damages to the strainer or

the washer and coupling.

(d) Fire Buckets, Fire Point Stand, Fire Gong, Hand Operated Sirens .

(aa) Weekly cleaning to be undertaken by the user department.

(ab) Refilling of buckets with sand after every use by the department.

(ac) Painting and stenciling by Fire Station as and when required.

0415. Testing. It is of utmost importance that all appliances and their

accessories are periodically tested to ensure their satisfactory operational availability at
the time of outbreak of any fire.

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0416. Delivery Hose. All delivery hoses shall be tested after use (during
firefighting) and also after every 12 months. The hose to be tested are to be connected
to the delivery outlet and a branch pipe with nozzle of 12 mm to 15 mm is to be used at
the end. The delivery is opened and pressure is gradually built into 7 kg/ cm2 for
rubber linked hose and 8.5 kg/ cm2 for unlined hose within 2 minutes. Any leaks shall
be marked with indelible pencil and the hose shall be sent for repair (if required). All
couplings shall be inspected at the same time, the and defective washers are to be
replaced and lugs of instantaneous couplings are to be lightly lubricated and adjusted,
(if necessary).

0417. Suction Hose. All lengths of suction shall be connected individually or

together either to a pump delivery or to a hydrant and subjected to an internal pressure
of not more than 3 kg/cm2. Any leak present will be visible by the water spurting out of
the suction hose.

0418. Accounting of Fire Fighting Equipment. Proper accounting of

firefighting equipment is of utmost importance. All the firefighting equipment should be
taken on ledger charge and properly accounted. All the buildings of SHIPYARD will be
issued with first aid firefighting extinguishers on custody cards.

0419. Recharging and Hydraulic Test. The fire station will undertake the annual
discharge, re-charge and hydraulic test (once in three years while recharging) of all
AFFF and DCP extinguishers. The timely survey and replacement of CO2
extinguishers will also be undertaken by the Fire station.

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CHAPTER –V

FIXED FIRE FIGHTING, DETECTION & ALARM SYSTEMS OF BUILDINGS

0501. Various departments of the Yard are equipped with firefighting, Sprinkling, and
detection & alarm systems are as follows: -

0502. Fire Detection and Alarm System.

Routine checks. Responsibility of user department:-

(a) Daily

(i) Check panel operation.

(ii) Record faults, if any in the logbook and check if the faults
recorded on previous days have been attended to.

(b) Weekly

(i) Check – Battery and connections should be in good condition.

Check electrolyte level in the battery and top up if necessary.

(ii) Tests.

(aa) Test one zone per week by operating at least one trigger
develop or end of line switch on the zone circuit for systems up to
08 zones.

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(ab) For system with more than 13 zones, check more than
one zone per week so that interval between tests on any one
zone does not exceed 13 weeks.

(ac) In the case of heat detection it must be ensured that one

restorable type detector and restorable element of combination
detectors are tested with a heat source. Non-restorable heat
detectors should be tested only mechanically or electrically for fire
alarm function.

(ad) In case of fault, tests should be repeated after

rectification/replacement.

0503. Periodic Servicing/ Maintenance. Sr. Manager (PM) is responsible for

undertaking maintenance/ servicing of Fire Detection Alarm and Fixed Firefighting
systems of buildings in the Yard. Sr. Manager PM is to outsource an AMC contract
towards ensuring timely periodic servicing/ maintenance of installed FF detection
alarm/ firefighting systems at various buildings in the Yard. The following aspects shall
be ensured: -

(a) Servicing arrangements to be made immediately on completion of

installation, whether building is occupied or not.

(b) Periodic cleaning to remove dust from detectors depending upon type of
detectors and local ambient conditions but not to exceed three months interval.

(c) In case of heavy contamination, cleaning is to be undertaken in

accordance with manufacturer’s instructions by partial disassembly.

(d) In case of HEAVY grease and grimy deposits, the sensitivity test
requirements should be performed as relevant.

(e) Electrical installations, wiring in circuits are to be inspected at least once

a year as per existing instructions in departments.

(f) For high occupancy and high-risk buildings such as hospitals, multistory
office complexes etc., the service contract engineer (of AMC firm) to be on call
to attend to faults. All complaints to be attended within 24 hours.

0504. Quarterly Checks/ Tests. The responsibility of quarterly checks/ tests

will be with the AMC specialist as per the following programme promulgated by the
users: -
(a) Visual Checks.

(i) Control and indicating equipment to be checked for moisture

ingress.
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(ii) Examine whether structural or occupancy changes have affected

the setting of detections and other trigger devices. All detectors and
manual call points must be conspicuous.

(b) Tests.

(i) Check batteries and connections for their serviceability.

(ii) Specific gravity of electrolyte and serviceability of the battery

testing equipment like hydrometers.

(iii) Testing of primary batteries including reserves, control and

indicating equipment.

(iv) The alarm function of control and indicating equipment should be

checked by the operation of a trigger device in each zone. Thus, the
circuit of every zone shall be tested during the quarter. The operation of
an alarm sounder and link to a remotely manned center should be
tested

(v) Ancillary functions of control panels, fault indications and short

circuit.
(vi) In case of a fault is noticed the said test should be repeated
after rectification/ replacement.

0505. Annual Checks/ Tests. The responsibility of annual checks/tests will be

with the AMC specialist as per the following programme promulgated by the users: -

(a) Visual Checks.

(i) Inspection to confirm that all cable fittings and equipment’s are
properly secured, undamaged and adequately protected

(ii) Monitor progress on defect reports etc.

(b) Tests. Carry out all tests as per quarterly testing schedule: -

(i) 20% detectors to be checked each year so that 100%

check/replacement is completed in five years.

(ii) Each detector to be checked as per specified method and

equipment recommended in IS code and manufacturer’s instructions.

(iii) Electrical installations, wiring and circuits.

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0506. Systems Disconnection During Testing. Care should be taken to

minimize the disruptions in the normal use of the building by sounding alarm during
detector testing. If detectors are removed for testing or servicing, replacement
detectors should be provided or notice placed to the effect.

0507. Tests Following an Alarm or Fire. All detectors suspected of exposure

to a fire condition should be tested in accordance with the provisions in addition, a
visual check of the battery charger should be undertaken to ensure perfect
serviceability. Also, a check should be made of the extent of damage, if any, to the
cable and other parts and also the operation of the system as a whole.

0508. User’s Responsibility.

(a) To check functional aspect of detectors installed at each sub zone by

creating artificial smoke/ fire once in a month.

(b) To bring to the notice of AMC maintenance team any malfunctioning

noticed during the check.

(c) To bring to the notice of AMC maintenance team any incident of false
alarm and or malfunctioning of any part of the system.

(d) To immunize the system to new incumbents, demonstration in

consultation with AMC maintenance team shall be organized every six
months.

AMC/ Maintainer Responsibility.

(a) Interact with user for the type of storage, uses, functioning and security
arrangements.

(b) Interact with defence fire adviser/ local fire authority for clearance of
scheme based on the current laws.

(c) Design the scheme based on the above and keeping in view the facility
for the maintenance. In this the aspect of assessment faults, expeditious
replacement of faulty components, interchangeability of cards, observe
connections for maintenance periods/break down and proper electrical/
electronics overloading should be considered.

(d) Earmark fire function panels and circuitry spaces in shafts, coiling, cable
ducts and other places and ensure these spaces are easily accessible and
working space is available.

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(e) Incorporate proper clauses for handing over of circuitry and operating
instructions to user unit and maintenance agency by the contractor.

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CHAPTER – VI

FIXED FIRE FIGHTING SYSTEMS ON JETTIES AND DRYDOCKS

0601. The Shipyard provides utility services such as fresh water and sea water along
the berths through cope points for utility of ships. Lay out of the fresh and sea water
are placed at appendix ___

0602. Sea Water Fire Main System. The sea water system is primarily provided
for assisting firefighting on jetties ship building area. The salient features of the
installed systems are enumerated below: -

FIRE MAIN SYSTEM AT A GLANCE

Hydrants Location Nos

(a) Dry dock department 59

Sea water
(b) Slipway 12
(c) N4 to N23, buildings 220
(a) Direct line 23
Freshwater (b) Connected to Pump houses 67
Total Hydrants 372
Pumps Location
(a) Dry docks & slipway (SDD &
06
NDD)
Sea water
(b) Slipway 04
(c) Sea water pump house 06
Fresh water:- (a) Energy block 01
(b) Test house Bldg.21 01
(c) Bldg No.20 Out fitting 02
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(d) DSC complex 03

(e) SSS Bldg 04
( f) Bldg 19 01
Total Pumps 29

(a) Fire Main System (sea water)

S.No Location No of Hydrants

(i) Fire Main System at N-4 to N-23 104
(ii) Other Key buildings in the Yard 116
Total 220

(b) Sea Water Pumps. There are six in number 450 TPH, sea water
pumps which are located at sea water pumps house. Each has a capacity/
specs of 187KW ,415 V 50Hz.

S.No Equipment Ele: Specs

(i) 450TPH Pumps 187KW ,415 V 50Hz
(ii) 450TPH Pumps 187KW ,415 V 50Hz
(iii) 450TPH Pumps 187KW ,415 V 50Hz
(iv) 450TPH Pumps 187KW ,415 V 50Hz
(v) 450TPH Pumps 187KW ,415 V 50Hz
(vi) 450TPH Pumps 187KW ,415 V 50Hz

0603. Fresh Water Fire Main System. The lay out of the Yards fresh water fire
main system is placed at Appendix ‘G’. Fresh water fire main system within the
Shipyard can be broadly categorised into the following: -

(a) Direct line. The direct line system is charged only during the supply
of fresh water at fixed timing. Fresh water is available by gravity, therefore
firefighting efficiency is limited by pressure availability (2 to 3 Kgs). Following
are the seven locations of direct line hydrants: -

Sl.No. Location No. of Hydrants

(i) SAX Dept. Bldg No. 15 05
(ii) Weapon 25A,B, & C 07
(iii) DT Complex 02
(iv) Petrol bunk 01
(v) Bldg 42 03
(vi) Boiler shop 04
(vii) Bldg.25D &37 01
Total 23

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(b) Static Water Tanks. Static Water Tanks are to be used for topping
up fire tenders during firefighting. A total of following five Static Water Tanks
are located inside the Yard: -

(c) The Ser SWT LOCATION CAPACITY/ DEPTH/ CIRCUM/ DIA

SWTs are NO.
under (a) 01 Fire Station Capacity 80,000 Ltrs, Depth 2.65 Mtrs.,
MDM for Circum 24.38 Mtrs., Dia 7.9 Mtrs.
the (b) 02 Weigh Bridge Capacity 90,000 liters, Depth 2.72 Mtrs.,
purpose of Circum 18.59 Mtrs., Dia 6 Mtrs.
(c) 03 MID (bldg - Capacity 70,000 litres, Depth 1.21 Mtrs.,
19) Near Circum 33.71 Mtrs., Dia 10.97 Mtrs.)
Outfitting
department
(d) 04 Telephone Capacity 70,000 liters, Depth 1.21 Mtrs.,
Exchange Circum 33.71 Mtrs., Dia 10.97 Mtrs.
(e) 05 23 Bldg. Near Capacity 40,000 liters, Depth 2.43 Mtrs.,
DM Water Circum 23.16 Mtrs, Dia 7 Mtrs.)
Plant
maintenance. Handing/Taking over certificate of SWTs is placed at Appendix ‘K’. The
following is to be undertaken regularly by MDM/ Fire Brigade in order to maintain the same
in operational condition: -

(i) Iron grills of Static Water Tanks (SWTs) are to be covered with
fine netting to avoid clogging the tanks with leaves/ grass/ vegetation.

(ii) Periodical cleaning of SWTs is to be undertaken and records are

to be maintained as per the existing policy.

(iii) Regular drills are to be undertaken with Fire Brigade to fill the fire
tenders.

(iv) Pathway and surroundings to/of SWTs are to be kept clear of

parked vehicles for smooth movement of Fire Tenders.

(v) Vegetation around SWTs are to be cleared regularly.

(vi) Corroded iron mesh/ grills of SWTs are to be replaced/ repaired

as and when required.

(vii) Volumetric marking and painting of all SWTs (including iron grills)
is to be undertaken from time to time.

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0604. The tabulated brief (of above mentioned) in respect of Key buildings
where individual pump houses have been provided are as follows: -

Sl Location Tank Capacity Pump No. of

No. Capacity Hydrants
(i) Energy Block 1,20,000 Ltrs, No 10 HP 11
Volumetric marking
(ii) Test House 30000 Ltrs, No 60 HP 04
Volumetric marking
(iii) Out Fitting 50000 Gallons 80 HP 19
0605. Department
Co- (iv) DSC 50000 Ltrs 80 HP 15
(v) SSS 1,90,000 Ltrs, No 80 HP 10
Volumetric marking
(vi) Bldg 19 75000 Ltrs, No 60 HP 08
Volumetric marking
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ordination between M (PM), M(YCM), Fire Department and Users. For effective
functioning of the fixed firefighting systems, all concerned departments must work in
close co-ordination. The firefighting system should be periodically tested for its
functional effectiveness. Any maintenance issue observed during conduct co-ordinated
fire exercise must be attended to immediately and repair/ replacement of defective
parts if any must be undertaken on top priority.

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CHAPTER-VII

FIRE BRIGADE ORGANISATION

0701. Hindustan Shipyard Ltd. Visakhapatnam is having 03 Fire Tenders. Fire

tenders detail and capacity to be mentioned

0702. General. Broadly the firefighting arrangements fall into two divisions: -

(a) Internal. The internal firefighting measures are those, which can be
taken within the establishment. These are subdivided into two
categories: -

(i) First Aid Measures. All fires grow out of small beginning.
These can be easily extinguished or brought under control in the initial
stages. First Aid firefighting facilities are meant for this purpose.
Time is of great essence in firefighting and the immediate action is the
use of first aid appliances. The following are some important first aid
(portable) appliances, which are provided at fire points positioned at
the designated locations: -

(aa) Fire extinguisher - AFFF

(ab) Fire extinguisher - CO2

(ac) Fire extinguisher - Dry Powder type

(ad) Fire extinguisher - foam type

(ae) Fire bucket/ sand

(b) External. The external measures comprise of the following: -

(i) Mutual Aid from Near by organization. Firefighting

resources of local naval establishments such as HPCL, ISPRL, etc
are to be called for whenever additional assistance is required.
Approval of C&MD/GMT is to be taken before seeking help from any
external units. The telephone numbers of these fire brigades are to be
kept readily available at Fire Station.

0703. Fire Onboard Ship/Submarine. The following is to be adhered in

case of fire emergency onboard ship/submarine berthed alongside a jetty in
Shipyard: -

(a) The primary responsibility to deal with fire emergency onboard

ship/submarine is of the individual unit through its firefighting organization.

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(b) Fire brigade SHIPYARD is to quickly reach at the jetty, on receipt of

information and be stand by to respond as an when called by ship concerned
(for assistance).

(c) Shipyard fire staff is not to commence firefighting activities/ efforts

onboard until specifically and formally communicated that the ship staff will
be unable to fight the fire any further without assistance.

(d) Security is to cordon off the area and ensure clearance of vehicles and
onlookers not involved in firefighting. Further, clearance/ clear passage from
the gate to jetty is to be facilitated by provost staff to ensure quick/
uninterpreted movement of emergency vehicles, firefighting teams/
equipment, ambulance etc.

(e) Notwithstanding, the Shipyard firefighting team operating in ship (to

fight the fire), the overall Command and Control/responsibility of firefighting
will remain with the CO of the ship.

0704. Firefighting Team. The composition of firefighting team of the Yard is placed
at Appendix ‘H’. It is imperative that fire tenders are moved regularly in all parts of
the Yard in order to establish obstacles, (such as low entrance gates/facades, low
hanging trees) that hamper the movement to attend any emergency. Any such
obstacles or shortcomings are to be immediately brought to the notice of the Fire
Officer for necessary action.

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CHAPTER – VIII

FIRST AID & CASUALTY EVACUATION

1001. First Aid. First aid is the first and immediate assistance given to any
person suffering from either a minor or serious illness or injury, with care provided to
preserve life, prevent the condition from worsening, or to promote recovery. It
includes initial intervention in a serious condition prior to professional medical help
being available, such as performing Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) while
waiting for an ambulance, as well as the complete treatment of minor conditions,
such as applying a plaster to a cut. First aid is generally performed by someone with
basic medical training. Mental health first aid is an extension of the concept of first
aid to cover mental health, while psychological first aid is used as early treatment of
people at risk for developing PTSD (Post Traumatic Stress Disorder).

1002. Lifting of Casualties.

(a) This is a skill and if executed correctly, even a very heavy casualty can
be lifted without undue strain.

(b) It is important that you should not attempt to lift too heavy a weight and
that you always obtain assistance from any available bystanders to avoid
injury to yourself.

(c) There are two principles of lifting: -

(i) First you should always use the most powerful muscles of the
body, the thigh, hip and shoulder.

(ii) Second, the weight should be kept as close to your body as

possible.

(d) It is very important that correct posture is adopted.

(e) Feet should be placed comfortably apart to ensure a stable, balanced

posture and a firm stance.

(f) Keep your back straight and head erect and hold the casualty close to
your body using your shoulders to support the weight.

(g) Use your hand to strengthen the grasp.

(h) If the casualty begins to slip, do not injure your own back by trying to
prevent the casualty falling.

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(j) Let the casualty slide slowly and gently to the ground without causing
more damage to the injured area.

(k) When lifting anything it is important to keep your back straight and
bend at the knees if necessary.

1003. Carrying Methods

(a) Carrying Methods For One First Aider.

(i) Cradle Method. To carry light weight casualties or children,

pass one arm under the casualty’s thigh and the other around the trunk
above the waist and lift. Casualty can put his hand around your neck
and take support.

(ii) Drag Method. This method involves pulling the casualty along
the ground without lifting. It should only be used where a casualty is
unable to stand and must be moved quickly from a source of danger.

(aa) Fold the casualty’s arms across the chest and crouch behind the
casualty’s head. Place your hands under the casualty’s shoulder, grasp
the armpits and cradle the casualty’s head on your forearms.

(ab) Pull the casualty along the ground.

(ac) If the casualty is wearing a jacket/ coat, unbutton it and pull it

back up under the casualty’s head. Pull the casualty along the ground
in the same way with the head supported on the clothing.

(iii) Cat Drag Method. This method is used when the passage is
very narrow and low or room is full of smoke; from such a place when
you have to take out the casualty without injuring yourself, and casualty
is conscious.

(a) Tie both the wrists with soft rope.

(a) Keeping the casualty in between your fore hands and

legs, and taking the casualty’s hand around your neck, lift the
casualty’s head little from ground and start dragging him toward
the door.

(iv) Human Crutch. This is used to support a conscious casualty

who is able to walk with assistance. It should not be used if an upper
limb is injured.

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(aa) Stand at the casualty’s injured side. Place the casualty’s

nearest arm around your neck and hold the hand with your free
hand.

(ab) Put your other arm around the casualty’s waist and grasp
the clothing at the hip. The casualty may be given additional
support from a walking stick or staff.

(ac) If casualty cannot take weight on injured leg, he can keep

his injured feet on first aider’s feet, and take outer steps first,
and then walk as normal.

(v) Fireman’s Lift. This is especially useful when you have to

move a casualty by yourself and need the right hand free to negotiate a
ladder. It can be used for an unconscious person, may however do
serious harm in cases of fracture of the limbs or trunk. It should not be
attempted if the injured man is obviously too heavy casualty for the
bearer to carry -

(aa) Help the casualty to stand up. If the casualty is

unconscious or unable to stand, turn the casualty facedown and
stand at the head. Place your arm under the casualty’s armpits
and raise the casualty on the knee and the feet.

(ab) Grasp the casualty’s right wrist with your left hand. Bend
down with your head under the casualty’s extended right arm so
that your shoulder is level with lower part of the abdomen; allow
the casualty to fall gently across your shoulders. Place your
right arm between or around the casualty’s legs.

(ac) Taking the weight on your right shoulder stand up and

gently pull the casualty across both shoulders. Transfer the
casualty’s right wrist to your right hand leaving your left hand
free.

(b) Carry Methods For Two First Aiders.

(j) Four-Handed-Seat. This method is used to carry a conscious

casualty who can assist the bearers.

(aa) Stand facing each other behind the casualty.

(ab) Make a seat by grasping your own left wrists with your
right hand and your partner’s right wrist with the free hand and
stoop.

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(ac) Instruct the casualty to place the arm around each of you
at the neck and to sit back on to your hands and to steady him
during transport.

(ad) Rise together, step off with the outside feet and walk with
ordinary paces.

(c) Two Handed Seat. This method is used to carry a casualty who is
unable to assist the bearer.

(aa) Their arm nearest the casualty’s body under and around the
back just below the shoulders and if possible grasp each other’s wrists,
otherwise, grasp the casualty’s clothing.

(ab) Raise the casualty’s leg slightly, pass your other arms under the
middle of the thigh and grasp each other’s wrists.

(ac) Rise together, step off with the outside feet and walk with
ordinary paces.

(d) Fore and Aft Carry. This method can be used to place the casualty
on to a chair or carrying chair.

(aa) Supporting the casualty on both sides, both first aiders should
help the casualty to sit up and fold the arms across the chest.

(ab) One person to move around the casualty and place the arms
through and under the casualty’s armpit and grasp the casualty’s
wrists.

(ac) Do not use this method if you cannot grasp the casualty’s wrists.

(ad) The other bearer to come between the casualty’s legs and lift
both the legs at the knees/ above knees.

(ae) Walking together casualty lifted on to the chair or stretcher.

(e) Three Handed Seat. This is used to carry a man with an injury to one
lower limb, but who is able to use his arms.

(aa) Stand facing each other behind the casualty.

(ab) Make a seat by using three hands. One first aider to grasp his
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(ac) Instruct the casualty to place an arm around each of you at the
neck, to sit back on to your hands and to steeds himself during
transport

(ad) Free hands of other first aider can give support to the injured leg
or can help climbing ladders

(f) Chair Method. When a conscious casualty with no serious injuries is

to be moved up or downstairs or along passageways, the casualty can be
seated on an ordinary chair and carried by two people. However the passage
must be cleared of any obstructions or dangers such as loose material before
you start: -

(aa) Test the Chair to ensure that it is strong enough to support the
casualty then, seat the casualty down and secure in position with board
bandages.

(ab) Stand facing each other, one in front of the chair and one
behind.

(ac) The person behind the chair should support the back of the chair
and the casualty: the other should hold the chair by the front legs. (iv)
Slowly tilt the chair backwards to seat the casualty securely then lift it
together.

(ad) With the casualty facing forwards move slowly along the
passage or down the stairs.

(ae) If the stairs or passage is wide enough, you can stand facing the
chair, supporting the back and top of the front leg of the chair.

1004. Transportation by Neil Robertson Stretcher. This stretcher is made of

stout canvas and bamboo. This stretcher is designed for lifting casualties in upright
position through small hatches, such as manholes or porthole entrances, or for
lowering casualties from heights as in mountain rescue. The procedure of
transportation is as follows:-

(a) The casualty is placed on stretcher in supine position. Rope at the

base acts as “stirrups” to hold the casualty’s feet.

(b) The strap at the top is passed around the casualty’s forehead to hold
the head in position.

(c) The flaps are wrapped around the casualty’s chest and secured with
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(d) The casualty’s arms are then secured with the long strap. The lower
flaps are strapped around the lower limbs.

(e) The ring at the head of stretcher is used for hoisting.

(f) Another length of rope is attached to the ring at the foot of the stretcher
to guide the stretcher

(g) The stretcher should be stored in a place where it is most likely to be

needed together with a suitable length of rope, preferably made of a rot-
proof fiber i.e. nylon

1005. Transportation by Army Pattern Stretcher. These stretchers are used to

carry a seriously ill or injured casualty to an ambulance or similar shelter to minimize
the risk of further injury. There are a variety of stretchers in general use such as
standard stretchers, pole and canvas stretcher, the scoop stretcher, trolley bed
stretcher.

1006. Loading and Unloading of Casualty.

(a) Loading. A few ambulances have flat built in beds with grooves to
take the runners of a standard stretcher. Four people will be required to load
this ambulance; one to stand inside the ambulance ready to guide the
stretcher, while the other two stand one on either side of the stretcher and
one at the end ready to lift. If there are two berths, always load the left on
first.

(b) Unloading. The bearers take hold of the handles at the rear and
gently withdraw the stretcher. As it is withdrawn, two more bearers may take
hold of the handles at the head and taking the weight, lower it so that their
arms are fully extended then, moving with side-paces, carry the stretcher
clear of the ambulance and lower it to the ground.

1007. Miscellaneous Methods of Transportation of Casualties .

(a) Canvas Pole Army Pattern Stretcher. The stretcher consists of

poles, handles, traverses, runners and canvas bed. The traverses are jointed
so that the stretcher can be opened and closed. When closed, the poles lid
close together with the canvas bed folded on top. This is then kept in position
by two transverses straps. These stretchers are used to carry unconscious /
conscious, injured or operated cases from and to the ambulance or hospital
and ward.

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CHAPTER – IX

FIRE SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

The following fire precautionary measures are to be complied with: -

1201. Vacation of Building on Cessation of Work .

(a) Greatest care must be taken that all lights and fires are
extinguished/removed when work ceases at any time and no material liable to
spontaneous combustion remains in any building. GE (I) DM, user department
and conserned contractor is to ensure that no oily rags or other combustible
material is lying inside the building or in the vicinity of 15 meters outside the
building. All doors, windows and ventilators are locked and secured. Care also
must be taken to see that all electrical switches are turned off. Each building is
to be locked by the supervisor authorised to draw the keys, after he has
satisfied himself, by personnel inspection that the building is in a safe
condition.

(b) Person responsible for locking up building while leaving the premises
of Shipyard are to deposit the keys at the designated place.

1202. Material Liable to Spontaneous Combustion.

(a) Rags, cotton waste contaminated with oil and other materials liable to
spontaneous combustion are to be immersed in water immediately after use.

(b) Packing materials such as wood, wool, paper, cardboard and similar
materials of combustible nature must not be stored in buildings with other
stores in any store house or room.

(c) Oiled waste is not to be stored or used in any part of the establishment.

1203. Inflammable Material.

(a) No inflammable material is to be kept below or near any electrical

switch or fuse box in any building.

(b) Inflammable materials, inflammables, including cleaning materials,

paints and oils are not to be left over night in any building other than those
specially set apart for storage of inflammables.

(c) Stock of steel wool is to be stored in metal containers with closefitting

lids, away from any possible source of electrical power (dry batteries) and
from naked flames. Stocks are to be kept to the minimum practicable.

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1204. Drying Ovens. Combustible material is not to be left in hot ovens, even if
the current is OFF, whilst they are unattended. Whenever attendance is not
practicable all combustible material is to be removed.

1205. Smoking. Smoking is completely prohibited in store houses, POL storage

and handling areas, vehicle parking sheds/areas, oil and paint store, carpentry shop
and similar types of workshops.

1206. Protection from Lightening. The aerial system of all the

buildings/installations in SHIPYARD fitted with a lightning arrestor of approved type
and an efficient lead to earth outside the building must be checked once in a quarter
in associations with MES personnel. A register to this effect is to be maintained by
respective Section-in-Charges.

1207. Electricity.

(a) The use of electrical lamps, radiators, irons, heaters and all appliances,
other than those authorized in accordance with regulations, is forbidden. Many
fires have been caused by the installation of wiring for unauthorized purposes.
The following precautions should be observed:

(b) No unauthorized person should be allowed to tamper with electrical

fittings.

(c) The fuses should be examined from time to time and should be
replaced, if blown or otherwise considered necessary, with fuses of correct
amperage.

(d) No inflammable material (including paper, wooden racks and door

curtains) should be stored within one meter of any electrical fittings.

(e) Electrical wirings, fittings and appliances should be checked and kept
in good and workable condition. A proper record of checks carried out is to be
maintained. If chafing of wires, over heating or other weaknesses are noticed,
supply is to be turned off until the fault has been checked and rectified.

(f) When buildings or rooms are vacated either temporarily or

permanently, care must be taken to ensure that all switches are in the “OFF”
position and whenever possible the current turned off at the main and fuses
removed if the buildings are being vacated for a long time.

(g) Eastern Naval Command General order 21/09 on Electrical hygiene

and Safe practice to be complied with to maintain electrical hygiene.

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1208. Storage of POL.

(a) The storage of POL in buildings other than those specially reserved for
this purpose is forbidden.

(b) The buildings used as POL store are to be provided with ample means
of ventilation both at ground level and roof level. The floor may be of concrete
with a drain and sump of sufficient capacity to hold any minor leakage of POL
into any sewage or drain. The floor area is to be sufficient to allow access for
the detection of leaky containers.

(c) Every POL store is to be equipped with foam extinguishers which may
be easily accessible and maintained in good working condition. Sand is to be
kept in suitable containers adjacent to the POL store, and is always to be kept
dry.

(d) Naked lights are not to be brought within 10 meters of a POL store.
Smoking or carrying of matches in or near a POL store is strictly forbidden.
‘NO SMOKING’ notices are to be prominently displayed.

(e) No combustible materials or rubbish of any kind are to be allowed to

accumulate in or near the POL store.

(f) POL will not be issued after dark if the use of naked lights is required.

(g) POL store is to be kept locked and only authorized persons allowed to
enter. Nailed boots or any ferrous instruments which can cause sparks should
not be allowed in this store.

(h) Petrol will be treated at all times as a dangerous product. Owning to its
nature, petrol vapors will travel a considerable distance along the ground and
may result in a flame causing an explosion or fire.

(j) Petrol/Diesel filling will always be carried out in an open at a safe

distance from any building and steps taken to ensure that satisfactory fire
precaution arrangements are in force when tanks of vehicles are replenished
or emptied.

(k) Engines and lights of vehicles should be switched off before filling
begins.

(l) Tanks of vehicles are not be over filled and care is to be taken to avoid
spillage. Any spillage is to be wiped up at once or absorbed by sand or earth
and not to allow running into a drain.

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(m) Empty POL containers often contain vapor which may be highly
explosive. The explosive state may exist for several weeks and care should
be taken that sparks or naked lights duo not occur in the vicinity of these
empty containers.

1209. Workshops, Garages, Vehicle Parking Sheds, Battery Charging Rooms.

(a) It must be ensured that smoking and the use of naked lights is
prohibited in all vehicles sheds and garages where mechanically propelled
vehicles are kept.

(b) When vehicle tanks are being drained in a workshop building,

precautions are to be taken to stop smoking, welding or the use of any other
naked flame within a radius of 10 meters while this is being done. If repairs to
the fuel tank itself are necessary and involve welding, brazing or soldering,
the tank must first be completely filed with water so as to free it of petroleum
vapor.

(c) Only inspection lamps of the approved pattern should be used and
wandering leads are, as far as possible, to be kept of contact with oils and
greases.

(d) Soldering irons that have been in use must not be put away until cool,
and when not actually in use, are to be placed on a stand of non-combustible
and non-heat conducting material.

(e) Battery charging room should be well lit, have ample ventilation at both
top and bottom. An exhaust fan or some other satisfactory mean of
exhausting the gases given off by accumulators being charged is to be
provided.

(f) No naked light or smoking is to be permitted in battery charging room.

(g) Great care is to be taken to ensure that every connection to or between

batteries on charge is securely fixed and makes a good electrical contact.
This applies to every connection, bridge and wire throughout the whole train
of cells/batteries.

(h) Batteries on charge are not to be able to left unattended.

1210. Welding and Cutting Plants, Blow Lamps. Use of blow lamps and cutting
and welding operations are highly hazardous. Any negligence in their use can
lead to a serious fire. The following fire prevention measures should be strictly
observed.

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(a) As there is hazard of spark or molten metal falling and igniting papers,
rags and wood work, all combustible material should be kept well away or
protected by metal plates or sheets.

(b) Hoses employed for welding and cutting operations should be free from
leaks. Temporary repairs like using tape to cover leaks should never be
allowed.

(c) Blow pipes used should always be of the correct type depending on the
type and pressure of gas cylinder being used.

(d) When cylinder or blow pipes are changed the supply of gasses should
be completely shut off. Gas cylinders should be handled with utmost care.

(e) All equipments used in these operations should be regularly

maintained and periodically inspected by In-Charge of the section. Special
care should be taken to ensure that the blow pipe is clear of any obstruction to
avoid cases of blow-back.

(f) Blow pipes should be prevented from overheating, by allowing them to

cool frequently.

(g) When oxygen is used, grease and oil should be kept well away to avoid
serious explosion.

(h) Adequate first-aid fire-fighting equipment should be kept at hand during

these operations.

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POSITIONING OF FIRE HYDRANT PUMP STATUS IN HSL YARD

SI. POSITIONING OF LOCATION Type of No of HP REMARKS
NO HYDRANT pump Pump
PUMPS
1 Yard Jetty Jetty No1 Electrical 01 125
Jetty No3 Electrical 01 125

2 Hydrant Pump A Pump Electrical 01 125

house B Pump Diesel 01 125
C Pump Electrical 01 125
Jockey Pump Electrical 01 35

3 Building Dock Pump-1 Electrical 02 125

Pump -2 Electrical 02 35
Pump-3 Electrical 02 175
Pump-4 Electrical 01 125

4 SRC (South Side) Pump-1 Electrical 01 80

Pump -2 Electrical 01 07

5 SRC (North Side ) Pump-1 Electrical 01 07

Pump-2 Electrical 01 80
Pump-3 Electrical 01 10

POSTIONING OF SPRINKLER SYSTEM IN HSL YARD

SI. Department Type of Fire System Remarks

No
1 General Store Sprinkler system
2 Paint Store Sprinkler system
3 Bond Store Sprinkler system
4 Acetylene Oxygen Store Hydrant line

POSTIONING OF HYDRANT LINE IN HSL YARD

SI. Department Type of Fire System Remarks

No
01 Painting Fire hydrant line available
02 Hull outfit Fire hydrant line available

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03 Submarine piping bay Fire hydrant line available

04 Rigging Fire hydrant line available
05 Crane maintenance dept. Fire hydrant line available
06 Welding Dept. Fire hydrant line available
07 Generator room Fire hydrant line available
08 Dispensary Fire hydrant line available
09 Training dept Fire hydrant line available
10 Acetylene Oxygen Plant Fire hydrant line available
11 General Store Fire hydrant line available
12 Union Office Fire hydrant line available
13 J& C Shop Fire hydrant line available
14 Bond Store Back side Fire hydrant line available
15 Paint section back side Fire hydrant line available
16 J& C Shop Back Side Fire hydrant line available
17 Sheet Metal Black Side Fire hydrant line available
18 Plumbing Dept. Fire hydrant line available
19 Machine Shop Fire hydrant line available
20 Plant maintenance Fire hydrant line available
21 Auto Mobile Section Fire hydrant line available
22 Canteen Fire hydrant line available
23 Engineering Fire hydrant line available
24 Sheet Metal Fire hydrant line available
25 Timber Store Fire hydrant line available
26 Yard Electrical Fire hydrant line available
27 Coast Guard refit Fire hydrant line available
28 Administration Building Fire hydrant line available
29 Coffee Castle Fire hydrant line available
30 Quality Control Fire hydrant line available
31 Building Dock Fire hydrant line available
32 Ship repairs Complex Fire hydrant line available
33 Jetty area Fire hydrant line available
NOVEC Flooding System
SI Department Type of Fire System Remarks
01 Information Technology Available in Server room

Fire tender Details

SI. Type of Fire Number of Fire Water capacity Foam
No Tender Tender Capacity
1 Water cum foam 03 4500 ltrs 750 ltrs
tender

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FIRE INCIDENT REPORT (Format)

1.Date of Incident:

2.Type of Incident:

3. Location of Incident:

4. Injury Details:

5. Details of the incident:

6.Action taken:

7.Recommendations:

8.Preventive Measures:

9 Incident Images

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