An Investigation of the Smoke Produced by Interior Bulkhead Finishes and Secondary Deck Coverings

Abstract

The International Maritime Organization (IMO) is considering the development and use of regulations which would restrict the use of shipboard materials that produce smoke when exposed to fire. This report provides data on the quantity of smoke produced by commercial materials used on ships as interior bulkhead finish and secondary deck coverings. The quantity of smoke produced was determined using the procedures outlined in the smoke obscuration test protocol proposed by the IMO in FP 33/WP.3, paragraph 3.9. Bulkhead finish materials that were tested included: paints and coatings; vinyl chloride films; and laminates. Secondary deck coverings that were tested included: paints and carpets. Keywords: Interior finishes; Ship fire safety; Fire safety tests.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Dec 01, 1988
Accession Number
ADA208160

Entities

People

  • William H. Mclain

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Ground and Sea Platforms

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Body Weight
  • Coast Guard
  • Coatings
  • Films
  • Fire Hazards
  • Fire Protection
  • Fire Safety
  • Fires
  • Governments
  • Materials
  • Plastics
  • Safety
  • Standards
  • Substrates
  • Test Methods
  • United States
  • United States Government

Readers

  • Fire Suppression Systems Design.
  • Polymer Science and Engineering.