Emergency Contingency Procedures
ECP - Matrix
Fire or Explosion
Doc No.: ECP-A12
Revision: 01
Date: 15 Oct 2024
Issued by: DPA
Approved by: MD

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Action to be taken Bridge Team Technical Team Emergency Squad Watch Officer Office
Call Master
Report Casualty
Alert vessel’s crew – account for and ensure their safety
If vessel is unable to maneuver due to exceptional circumstances, display ‘Not under command’ signal (as per COLREGS Rule 27). Change the navigation status on the AIS
Implement VRP / SMPEP / SOPEP as applicable
Broadcast distress message if vessel in imminent danger
Determine location and extent of casualty
Initiate damage control and fire-fighting measures
Isolate cargo and fuel pipeline
Determine vessel’s structural integrity (damage stability and hull stress)
Report casualty to P&I, owners, etc.
If fire on deck, consider transferring cargo internally
Determine need for commercial salvage assistance or lightering assistance
Ascertain cause of casualty
If fire in accommodation, engage with fire team
If uncontrolled fire in Engine Room, make head counts of all crew/passenger and activate Foam / CO2 with master’s order
If uncontrolled fire in Pump Room, make head counts of all crew/passenger and activate Foam / CO2 with master’s order
Contact Class ERS for damage stability assessment and advise on Cargo / Ballast transfer
Transfer cargo and/or ballast as required
Preserve VDR / SVDR records if not automatically protected