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PSC deficiency code 07109: Fixed fire-extinguishing installation
| Category | Fire safety (SOLAS II-2) |
| Related certificate | Cargo Ship Safety Equipment |
| Main references | SOLAS II-2/10 and FSS Code ch. 5–7 |
| 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
- CO2 or other system not serviced within the required interval
- Release controls, alarms or time delay not working
- Cylinders low or leaking; wrong number of cylinders
- Distribution valves or pipework damaged or blocked
- Crew unable to explain how to release the system
Typical root causes
- Annual or periodic service overdue
- Corrosion in the CO2 room and pipework
- Lack of drills on the fixed system
Corrective action (example)
Arrange service by an approved firm; repair alarms, controls and the time delay; replace or refill cylinders; run a drill on the release procedure.
Preventive action (example)
Track service due dates in the certificate tracker; include fixed-system operation in the drill matrix; inspect the CO2 room monthly.
Evidence to attach for close-out
- Approved service report and certificate
- Cylinder weighing or level records
- Drill record covering the fixed system
- Photos of repaired items
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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.