PSC deficiency code 07108: Ready availability of fire-fighting equipment
Deficiency code: Paris MoU on Port State Control, List of Deficiency Codes including Statutory Certificates (1 July 2026). Page titles are closethecap.com's own wording.
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| Category | Fire safety (SOLAS II-2) |
| Related certificate | Cargo Ship Safety Equipment |
| Main references | SOLAS II-2/10, II-2/14 (operational readiness and maintenance), FSS Code |
| 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
- Fire hoses, nozzles or hydrants not ready for immediate use
- Portable extinguishers not in designated locations or under pressure
- Firefighter outfits incomplete or breathing apparatus empty
- International shore connection not accessible
- Equipment obstructed by stores or cargo
Typical root causes
- Fire rounds ticked without physical verification
- Extinguishers used for minor fires not recharged
- Stores loaded blocking hose boxes after port work
- BA cylinders not filled after drill
Corrective action (example)
Restow and recharge equipment; clear access; verify pressure and seals; run fire main and extinguisher spot checks; record results.
Preventive action (example)
Weekly fire equipment walk-down with photo spot checks; recharge budget line in PMS.
Evidence to attach for close-out
- Inspection checklist
- Extinguisher service tags
- BA pressure log
- Photos of cleared stowage
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