28 The existing paragraph 6.1, including paragraphs
6.1.1 and 6.1.2, are replaced by the following:
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"6.1
Fixed fire-extinguishing
systems
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(The requirements of paragraphs 6.1.1 and 6.1.2 shall apply
to ships constructed on or after 1 July 2014. Ships constructed before
1 July 2014 shall comply with the previously applicable requirements
of paragraphs 6.1.1 and 6.1.2.)
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6.1.1 Vehicle spaces and ro-ro spaces, which are
not special category spaces and are capable of being sealed from a
location outside of the cargo spaces, shall be fitted with one of
the following fixed fire-extinguishing systems:
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.1 a fixed gas fire-extinguishing system complying
with the provisions of the Fire Safety Systems Code;
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.2 a fixed high-expansion foam fire-extinguishing
system complying with the provisions of the Fire Safety
Systems Code; or
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.3 a fixed water-based fire fighting system for
ro-ro spaces and special category spaces complying with the provisions
of the Fire Safety Systems Code and paragraphs
6.1.2.1 to 6.1.2.4.
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6.1.2 Vehicle spaces and ro-ro spaces not capable
of being sealed and special category spaces shall be fitted with a
fixed water-based fire-fighting system for ro-ro spaces and special
category spaces complying with the provisions of the Fire
Safety Systems Code which shall protect all parts of any deck
and vehicle platform in such spaces. Such a water-based fire-fighting
system shall have:
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.1 a pressure gauge on the valve manifold;
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.2 clear marking on each manifold valve indicating
the spaces served;
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.3 instructions for maintenance and operation
located in the valve room; and
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.4 a sufficient number of drainage valves to ensure
complete drainage of the system."