Hull Construction Regulations

249 (1) Subject to subsection (2), paints and other similar flammable items carried on board a ship for shipboard use shall be stored in a locker that is

• (a) made of steel;

• (b) insulated in accordance with section 207; and

• (c) located outside any accommodation space.

(2) Where a locker referred to in subsection (1) is located adjacent to an accommodation space, access to the locker shall be from the open deck.

(3) A fixed gas fire-smothering system shall be provided in each paint locker or similar space.