Regulation 43 Restriction of Combustible MaterialsF1I1

In every ship constructed on or after 1st November 1992 but before 1st July 1998 of Class II(A), Class III, Class IV, Class V carrying 250 passengers or more operating in category B waters, Class V carrying 50 passengers or more operating in category C waters, Class VI carrying 50 passengers or more or Class VI(A), all accommodation bulkheads, linings, ceilings and their associated grounds shall be constructed of non-combustible materials and their exposed surfaces shall have qualities of resistance to the propagation of flame to the satisfaction of the Secretary of State; and

In every ship constructed on or after 1st July 1998 of Class II(A), Class III, Class IV, Class V carrying 250 passengers or more operating in category B waters, Class V carrying 50 passengers or more operating in category C waters, Class VI carrying 50 passengers or more or Class VI(A), all accommodation bulkheads, linings, ceilings and their associated grounds shall be constructed of non-combustible materials and their exposed surfaces shall have low flame spread.