NFPA 312-2021 PDF Download

NFPA 312-2021 is a comprehensive document that aims to ensure fire safety on and around marine vessels during various stages of their operational life cycle. The standard provides guidelines and requirements for fire personnel, construction professionals, facility owners and managers, insurance professionals, and authorities having jurisdiction (AHJs) to identify and minimize fire hazards and be prepared for emergency response.

NFPA 312 covers a range of fire and life safety provisions, including general care and cleanliness, electrical installations, fire protection equipment, use of open-flame or spark-emitting devices, storage of explosive and flammable materials, paint application inspection, and guidance for fire watch training, among others. The standard addresses the specific challenges and risks associated with vessel construction, conversion, repair, and lay-up.

The 2021 edition of NFPA 312 includes updates to incorporate the latest information and best practices. There are editorial changes throughout the document, along with significant amendments to the lay-up requirements in Chapter 5. The revised standard provides new requirements and guidance on cleaning before lay-up, preparation of various systems, readiness condition of fire protection systems, availability of emergency towing, pumping, and firefighting assistance during lay-up, and updated requirements and recommendations for watch service during this period.