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Abs Rules - 2855

This section provides requirements for ventilation systems on vessels intended to carry vehicles in ro-ro cargo spaces. It specifies that closed ro-ro spaces must have power ventilation to provide at least six air changes per hour when empty. Ventilation fans should run continuously when vehicles are onboard but may operate for limited periods if continuous operation is impracticable. The ventilation system for ro-ro cargo spaces carrying dangerous goods must comply with additional requirements, including separation from other ventilation systems and controls that allow for rapid shutdown in case of fire.

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Abs Rules - 2855

This section provides requirements for ventilation systems on vessels intended to carry vehicles in ro-ro cargo spaces. It specifies that closed ro-ro spaces must have power ventilation to provide at least six air changes per hour when empty. Ventilation fans should run continuously when vehicles are onboard but may operate for limited periods if continuous operation is impracticable. The ventilation system for ro-ro cargo spaces carrying dangerous goods must comply with additional requirements, including separation from other ventilation systems and controls that allow for rapid shutdown in case of fire.

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Part 5 Specific Vessel Types

Chapter 10 Vessels Intended to Carry Vehicles


Section 4 Cargo Safety 5-10-4

3.3.5(b) Requirements. In addition to complying with the foregoing requirements, as


applicable, ro-ro cargo spaces intended for the carriage of dangerous goods are to comply
with the following tabulated requirements, except when carrying dangerous goods in limited
quantities (as defined in section 18 of the General Introduction of IMDG Code):
5-10-4/Table 1 provides a description of the list of dangerous goods, as defined in
IMDG Code.
5-10-4/Table 2 provides the application of the requirements described in 4-7-2/7.3 to
different ro-ro cargo spaces.
5-10-4/Table 3 provides the application of the requirements described in 4-7-2/7.3 to
the different classes of dangerous goods, except solid dangerous goods in bulk.

3.5 Ventilation Systems

3.5.1 Capacity
Closed ro-ro spaces are to be provided with an effective power ventilation system sufficient to
provide at least six air changes per hour based on an empty hold.

3.5.2 Operation of the Ventilation System


Ventilation fans are normally to be run continuously whenever vehicles are onboard. Where
this is impracticable, they are to be operated for a limited period daily as weather permits and
in any case for a reasonable period prior to discharge, after which period the ro-ro space is to
be proved gas-free. One or more portable combustible gas detecting instruments are to be
carried onboard for this purpose.

3.5.3 Arrangements of the Ventilation System


The ventilation system of the ro-ro cargo space is to be entirely separate from other
ventilation systems. Ventilation ducts serving ro-ro cargo spaces capable of being effectively
sealed are to be separated for each cargo space. The ventilation is to be so arranged as to
prevent air stratification and the formation of air pockets. Inlets for exhaust ducts are to be
located within 450 mm (17.75 in.) above the vehicle deck. Outlets are to be located in a safe
position, having regard to sources of ignition near the outlets. Ventilation ducts, including
dampers, are to be of steel or equivalent. See also 5-10-4/3.7.2(c).

3.5.4 Control of the Ventilation System


The ventilation system is to be capable of being controlled from a position outside of the ro-ro
cargo spaces. Means are to be provided to indicate any loss of the required ventilation
capacity on the navigation bridge. Arrangements are to be provided to permit a rapid
shutdown and effective closure of the ventilation system in case of fire, taking into account
the weather and sea conditions.

3.5.5 Ro-Ro Cargo Spaces Intended to Carry Dangerous Goods


Ro-ro cargo spaces intended to carry dangerous goods are to have a ventilation system
complying with 4-7-2/7.3.4. See 5-10-4/3.3.5, 5-10-4/Table 2 and 5-10-4/Table 3.

ABS RULES FOR BUILDING AND CLASSING STEEL VESSELS . 2005 1353

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