Quick closing valves are an essential safety component in a vessels power plant
They cut off fuel supply to an engine in times of emergency UK P&I Club issued Bulletin 765-05/11 for fuel oil quick closing valves as follows:Quick closing valves are an essential safety component in a vessels power plant. They cut off fuel supply to an engine in times of emergency. These valves ensure that an engine room fire remains small and controllable and have saved many vessels in the past. It is then regrettable that due to poor maintenance or wilful neglect that these valves are being used incorrectly. InspectionAfter recognising an increase in the number of deficiencies on inspected vessels the United States Coast Guard (USCG) has increased its vigilance in its inspection regime in this area. The USCG had found numerous cases where Quick Closing Valves (QCV) were poorly maintained, modified in some way or intentionally blocked. The USCG is tasking a dim view in these circumstances and Members should expect their vessels to be rebuked either through the nomination of deficiencies or through fines. Also this may induce the USCG to closer scrutiny of the vessel.DeficienciesIntentionally blocked valves shows a wilful disregard to safety and is counter to any safety culture a company is trying to build.Modified ...
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