1. Learning Engagement tool (LET)
Machinery Space Fires
ON board Engagement pack
Learning Engagement tool (LET)

2. LEARNING engagement TOOL (LET) NOTES FOR GUIDANCE
Machinery Space Fires
Purpose of the Engagement Pack
To help supervisors provide their staff with a platform to have a meaningful safety discussion and encourage sharing of experiences and discussions around their learning outcomes.
It is not to be used for skills training or a task requiring a licensed operator.
Preparing for an Engagement Session
Before beginning the session the supervisor should familiarise themselves with the content and it’s purpose.
Who is to be Engaged?
For the use of staff on board vessels.
Subject for Engagement
Staff should be engaged on subjects that are relevant to their line of work.
Where?
Engagement should be carried out in a quiet room/area where they will not be disturbed. The vessel’s office, mess room, or quiet area in a workshop would be suitable.
NOTE: This is not a tool box talk. This is an opportunity for staff on board to talk about safety without feeling rushed to commence their work.
When to hold the Engagement
Choose a time that is suitable for all staff. This should be when they are alert and most likely to contribute to the discussion which will also help in absorbing and retaining the information for much longer.
Prepare the Engagement Area
Read through the engagement pack before the session begins to ensure you are clear on the main points and be prepared to answer questions. Make sure there is enough space for the staff to interact with each other.
Using the Engagement Pack
This pack has been designed for use by a supervisor in front of a group of no more than 10 people. The pack should be placed on a table with the pictures facing the group and the notes facing the supervisor to help the flow of the engagement. Use practical demonstration where possible. The notes are memory joggers to highlight key points but should not be read word for word.
The notes include:
Key points the supervisor should cover in his discussion
Question the supervisor can ask to check their understanding
NOTE: The rate of learning is more important than completing the pack so allow two or more sessions if necessary.
Machinery Space Fires: NOTES FOR GUIDANCE Health, Safety, Security and Environment

3. LEARNING engagement TOOL (LET) Hazards & Ignition Sources
Machinery Space Fires
Machinery Space Fires : Hazards & Ignition Sources Health, Safety, Security and Environment

4. LEARNING engagement TOOL (LET) Hazards & Ignition Sources
Machinery Space Fires
Discussion Questions:
What are the machinery spaces on our vessel?
What hazard/ignition sources do you come across in the machinery spaces you enter?
Lets share some experiences where you or someone you know has been involved in an incident involving machinery space fires.
Identifying machinery spaces relative on your vessel:
Engine room, cargo pump room, compressor room, laundry room, battery room, emergency generator room, bow thruster room, steering gear room, workshop areas
Always pay special attention to the following:
Ignition sources: hot surfaces, sparks, open flames, electric arc, friction, radio waves
Leaving coats/shoes/brooms/loose items/oily rags in areas of excessive heat
Not cleaning filters leading to build up of heat in the system
Oil leaks
The leading cause of all fire outbreaks on board vessels is leakages of oil onto hot surfaces
Key message: Know the hazards / ignition sources and look out for them
Machinery Space Fires : Hazard & Ignition Sources Health, Safety, Security and Environment

5. LEARNING engagement TOOL (LET) Maintenance & Installation
Machinery Space Fires
Machinery Space Fires : Maintenance & Installation Health, Safety, Security and Environment

6. LEARNING engagement TOOL (LET) Maintenance & Installation
Machinery Space Fires
The main issues:
Planned Maintenance Systems
Incorrect/incomplete routine inspection of machinery equipment
Not using the recommended tools for the work
Protective barriers
Hot surfaces that are potential ignition sources not properly covered with lagging material
Using lagging that is in poor condition
Installation
Not following manufacturer instructions where available
Not properly securing or connecting equipment such as hoses/brackets
Repairs
After completion of work the protective barriers are not replaced properly
Storage of spare equipment
Unsafe or incorrect storage of spares/not following manufacturers recommendations if available
Insufficient quantity of spares
Discussion Questions:
When inspecting machinery equipment what are signs of poor condition?
What should you do if you see or suspect machinery equipment is faulty or hazardous?
How do you ensure machinery is returned to a safe condition on finishing the maintenance?
Key message: Good maintenance equals better equipment and zero incidents
Machinery Space Fires : Maintenance & Installation Health, Safety, Security and Environment

7. Machinery Space Fires LEARNING engagement TOOL (LET) Fire Safety
Machinery Space Fires : Fire Safety Health, Safety, Security and Environment

8. Machinery Space Fires LEARNING engagement TOOL (LET) Fire Safety
Discussion Questions:
What fire safety equipment do we have on board our vessel and how do we know where to find it?
Who is responsible for identifying and reporting defective fire safety equipment?
How can we improve our on-board fire safety?
The main issues:
Self-closing and remote-release doors propped open/tied back
Fire detectors are covered or disabled
Defective fire safety critical equipment not reported and replaced/repaired immediately
Fire drills are done to fulfil a tick box
Always pay special attention to the following:
Fires can spread rapidly to adjacent areas and leaving fire doors open compromises the fire-fighting capabilities of the space
All crew are familiar of what is expected of them, and how to do it, when the fire alarm sounds or they discover a fire
Regular fire drills and training are done properly and ensure people are fully aware of their role
Key message: Fire safety and fire training is everyone’s responsibility
Machinery Space Fires : Fire Safety Health, Safety, Security and Environment

9. LEARNING engagement TOOL (let)
LEARNING engagement TOOL (let) Emergency Response Machinery Space Fires
Machinery Space Fires : EMERGENCY RESPONSE Health, Safety, Security and Environment

10. LEARNING engagement TOOL (let) Emergency Response
Machinery Space Fires
The main issues:
Trying to fight a fire alone
Not evacuating immediately
Acting on emotion and instinct and disregarding knowledge and training
Always pay special attention to the following:
Before using the emergency shutdown for machinery think if that will cause a bigger problem such as grounding of the vessel
Review, inspect, and maintain fixed fire fighting installations to ensure they operate correctly during an emergency
Discussion questions:
What should be our first reactions to an emergency in a machinery space?
What can we do to ensure we are ready to respond to an emergency effectively?
Key message: Use your knowledge and training in an emergency
Machinery Space Fires : EMERGENCY RESPONSE Health, Safety, Security and Environment

11. REMEMBER YOUR FAMILY NEEDS YOU
LEARNING engagement TOOL (let) FAMILY Machinery Space Fires
REMEMBER
YOUR FAMILY NEEDS YOU
Machinery Space Fires : FAMILY Health, Safety, Security and Environment

12. LEARNING engagement TOOL (LET) FAMILY Machinery Space Fires
Notes:
Get people to think about their families
Also think about their circle of friends and close extended families as not everyone might have immediate family
Discussion questions:
Why are we important to our family and friends?
How can we set good examples of safety for our colleagues so that we can all go back safely to our families?
Key message: Remember you do not have a spare of yourself for your family
Machinery Space Fires : FAMILY Health, Safety, Security and Environment