Merchant Shipping Act, 1951 (Act No. 57 of 1951)

Schedules

Eighth Schedule

Work In Fishing Convention, 2007

Annexes

Annex III

Design and Construction

Ventilation
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1.Accommodation spaces shall be ventilated, taking into account climatic conditions. The system of ventilation shall supply air in a satisfactory condition whenever fishers are on board.

 

2.Ventilation arrangements or other measures shall be such as to protect non-smokers from tobacco smoke.

 

3.Vessels of 24 metres in length and over shall be equipped with a system of ventilation for accommodation, which shall be controlled so as to maintain the air in a satisfactory condition and to ensure sufficiency of air movement in all weather conditions and climates. Ventilation systems shall be in operation at all times when fishers are on board.