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Class 4 (4th Engineer) SSEP 📅 Sep 2023

Exam Question

What maintenance and checks are crried out on CO2 bottles

(a) Weekly,

(b) Montlhy,

(c) Yerly,

(d) 2 yearly, and

What schedule is followed for pressure testing of the bottles

Reference Answer

### Purpose of CO2 System Maintenance
The fixed CO2 fire-extinguishing system is a critical safety installation onboard, mandated by SOLAS Chapter II-2, Regulation 10 and detailed in the FSS Code Chapter 5. Its purpose is to provide a total flooding capability for spaces like the engine room, pump room, and cargo holds. Regular and diligent maintenance is not merely a procedural task but a regulatory requirement to ensure the system's operational readiness, reliability, and safety at all times. Failure of this system can have catastrophic consequences.
### Critical Safety Precautions Before Maintenance
Before commencing any work inside the CO2 room, the following safety protocols must be strictly adhered to:

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