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Gard Guidance Masters

2.10.4 SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION EQUIPMENT

The Master should be satisfied that the safety and environmental protection equipment is in good working order and easily accessible on board. Safety equipment includes
  • firemen’s outfits, including protective clothing, boots, gloves, helmets and safety lamps
  • breathing apparatus or smoke helmets with integral air hoses and fireproof lines
  • Emergency Escape Breathing Devices (EEBD).

    Environmental protection equipment includes dispersants, rags and other equipment to contain a spill in the first instance.