Division .1 General requirementsF1

At all times while the ship is in service, the fire protection systems and fire-fighting systems and appliances shall be maintained ready for use.

A ship is not in service when:

1. .1

   it is in for repairs or lay-up (either at anchor or at port ) or in dry-dock;

2. .2

   it is declared not in service by the owner or the owner’s representative; and

3. .3

   if there are no passengers on board.

The following fire protection systems shall be kept in good order so as to ensure their required performance if a fire occurs: