What are regulations of Fire Hoses on Ships as per SOLAS ?

Note:

Fire hoses shall have a length of at least 10 m, but not more than:

  • 15 m in machinery spaces;
  • 20 m in other spaces and open decks; and
  • 25 m for open decks on ships with a maximum breadth in excess of 30 m.

At interior locations in vessels carrying more than 36 passengers, the fire hoses are to be connected to the hydrants at all times.

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