What requirement applies to electrical equipment installed in IGF fuel preparation rooms?
Direct Answer
Option D: Certified safe type (Ex-d, Ex-i, Ex-e) for Zone 1 hazardous area
IGF Code Section 12.5 mandates that electrical equipment in hazardous zones, such as fuel preparation rooms, must be certified safe. Equipment must be explosion-proof (Ex-d), intrinsically safe (Ex-i), or increased safety (Ex-e) to prevent ignition sources in areas where flammable gas concentrations may occur during normal or abnormal operations.
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Detailed Explanation & Context
IGF Code Section 12.5 mandates that electrical equipment in hazardous zones, such as fuel preparation rooms, must be certified safe. Equipment must be explosion-proof (Ex-d), intrinsically safe (Ex-i), or increased safety (Ex-e) to prevent ignition sources in areas where flammable gas concentrations may occur during normal or abnormal operations.
Relevant Framework: STCW 2010 Manila Amendments • DG Shipping E-Learning & Exit Exam Standards • Advanced Training for Ships subject to the IGF Code (AIGF).
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