Conflicting standards under fire: a common international standard for fire-fighters' clothing is still some years away, SASI learns

Article Abstract:

The IMO wants sailors to wear suitable outfits during a ship fire but there are minimal requirements about what the suits should look like. The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) has created a draft international standard which could take two years to be processed.

United Kingdom, Product standards, safety, & recalls, Facilities & equipment, Standards, Equipment and supplies, Powers and duties, Fire extinction, International Organization for Standardization, Firefighting equipment

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Get your kit on

Article Abstract:

Importance of personal protective equipments and clothing for seafarers is presented. Rules and approaches to encourage right safety behaviors are analyzed.

Clothing, Safety equipment

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PPE has its limits, says P&I

Article Abstract:

Effects of personal protective equipment (PPE) and correct safety clothing are emphasized.

Protective devices

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