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PSC deficiency code 07101: Structural fire protection and insulation integrity
| Category | Fire safety (SOLAS II-2) |
| Related certificate | Cargo Ship Safety Construction |
| Main references | SOLAS II-2/11 (structural integrity), II-2/9; FTP Code (2010) for approved materials |
| Typical action codes | 17 (rectify before departure), 30 (detainable) if serious |
| Commonly detainable? | Can be, depending on severity (no statistics claimed) |
What PSC officers look for
- Missing or damaged fire insulation on bulkheads and decks
- Unapproved penetrations through A-class divisions
- Combustible lining in escape routes
- Cable trays compromising fire integrity
- Temporary repairs using non-approved materials
Typical root causes
- Hot work close-out without insulation restoration
- Age-related deterioration not in hull inspection plan
- Contractor work without yard QA follow-up
- Poor definition of A-class boundaries in work permits
Corrective action (example)
Restore insulation and closings with approved materials; close penetrations; remove combustible linings; obtain class or flag guidance where structure was altered.
Preventive action (example)
Strengthen hot-work and penetration control in SMS; include insulation spot-checks in superintendent visits.
Evidence to attach for close-out
- Material certificates
- Photos of restored boundaries
- Class/flag correspondence if applicable
- Updated fire control plan markup
Related
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Official code list: Paris MoU, List of Deficiency Codes (1 July 2026). Action codes: Paris MoU, Inspection outcome. Reviewed by: _pending_ · Review date: _pending_ This page is general guidance, not legal, flag or class advice. Always follow the PSC officer's instructions and your flag and class requirements.