NFPA 302-2020 PDF Download

NFPA 302 is a standard that focuses on fire protection for pleasure and commercial motor craft. The standard aims to minimize the risk of loss of life and property due to fires, explosions, and carbon monoxide incidents on boats weighing less than 300 gross tons. The 2020 edition of the standard introduces new and revised requirements and definitions in various areas, including fuel systems, electrical systems, and protection equipment such as carbon monoxide detectors. It also incorporates new requirements related to lithium-ion batteries, addressing the increasing use of such batteries in recreational watercraft. Furthermore, the standard now includes provisions to address hazards associated with 480-volt electrical distribution systems, which are becoming more common on larger recreational watercraft and work boats.