Paris MoU Highlights Urgent Fire Safety Compliance Issues Following Recent Inspections

The Paris MoU has expressed concerns about fire safety, particularly regarding fire doors, following the findings of two recent concentrated inspection campaigns that revealed a high level of non-compliance. The results of a concentrated inspection campaign on Fire Safety conducted from September 1 to November 30, 2023 were shared with the industry. While overall compliance was deemed satisfactory, there were areas of concern, specifically the good working condition of fire doors (9.3% non-compliance) and fire drills (9.2% non-compliance). The Paris MoU emphasized the importance of addressing these issues promptly.

In an effort to further investigate potential improvements in inspection campaigns, the member authorities of the Paris MoU conducted an unannounced focused inspection campaign on fire doors from July 1 to 28, 2024. The results revealed a non-compliance rate of 13.9%, with 30% of cases attributed to a lack of implementation of the ISM Code. The Paris MoU has called on the industry to take necessary measures to address these deficiencies and ensure compliance with safety regulations.

The Paris MoU’s focus on fire safety highlights the critical importance of maintaining proper fire prevention measures on ships. With non-compliance rates for fire doors and fire drills being identified as areas of concern, industry stakeholders are urged to prioritize these issues and take corrective actions to improve safety standards. It is essential for all parties involved to work together to address these deficiencies and enhance overall fire safety measures in the maritime industry.

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