46 CFR §34.20-10
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- (a)The foam agent, its container, measuring devices, and other items peculiar to this system shall be of an approved type.
- (b)The foam agent container and the main controls for operating the system shall be located in a protected space not likely to be made inaccessible in the event of a fire in any portion of the cargo area.
- (c)Complete, but simple instructions for the operation of the system shall be located in a conspicuous place at or near the controls.
- (d)All valves shall be marked as required by § 35.40-17.
- (e)The deck foam system on each tankship that has a keel laying date on or after January 1, 1975, must be capable of being actuated, including introduction of foam to the foam main, within three minutes of notification of a fire.