46 C.F.R. § 108.496

Current through October 31, 2024
Section 108.496 - Semi-portable fire extinguishers
(a) The frame or support of each semi-portable fire extinguisher required by Table 108.495(a), except a wheeled semi-portable extinguisher provided for a helicopter landing deck, must be welded or otherwise permanently attached to a bulkhead or deck.
(b) If the following semi-portable fire extinguishers have wheels, they must be securely stowed when not in use to prevent them from rolling out of control under heavy sea conditions:
(1) Each extinguisher required for a helicopter landing deck.
(2) Each extinguisher that is not required by Table 108.495(a).
(c) Semi-portable extinguishers must be fitted with suitable hoses and nozzles, or other practicable means, so that all areas of the space can be protected.

46 C.F.R. §108.496

CGD 77-039, 44 FR 34133, June 14, 1979, as amended by USCG-2012-0196, 81 FR 48267 , July 22, 2016
81 FR 48267 , 8/22/2016