8.12 Protection of Equipment Stored on the Upper Deck
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8.12 Protection of Equipment Stored on the Upper Deck

 Small arms and other weaponry are often directed at the vessel and are particularly concentrated on the bridge, accommodation section and poop deck.

  • Consideration should be given to providing protection, in the form of sandbags or Kevlar blankets, to gas bottles (i.e. oxy-acetylene) or containers of flammable liquids that must be stored in these locations.
  • Ensure that any excess gas bottles or flammable materials are landed prior to transit.
Parent topic: Section 8 Ship Protection Measures
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