Emergency Fire Pump Sign

Emergency Fire Pump Sign – FS0112

This emergency fire pump sign shows the IMO fire control symbol for the location of the vessel’s emergency fire pump itself, distinct from the remote control point that starts or stops the pump from elsewhere. The circle enclosing a red valve symbol follows the standard IMO fire control symbol convention used on fire control plans and at the equipment location itself, so the symbol is recognisable to crew regardless of language.

Where this emergency fire pump sign is used

SOLAS requires certain vessels, including passenger ships and cargo ships above a set tonnage, to carry an emergency fire pump that is independently driven and located outside the main machinery space, so fire main pressure remains available even if the machinery space is flooded, on fire, or otherwise disabled. This sign marks the exact physical location of that pump, distinct from the sign marking its remote control point elsewhere on board.

This sign is fixed directly at or beside the pump itself, typically in a small dedicated compartment away from the main machinery space, so crew and surveyors can quickly confirm its location and condition without needing to search the vessel. Distinguishing the pump’s own location from its remote control point matters directly, since crew responding to an alarm need to know where to find the physical unit for local operation, testing, or maintenance, separate from where it is started remotely.

An emergency fire pump exists specifically for the scenario in which the main fire pumps cannot be relied upon, so its location needs to be clearly and separately marked rather than left to be inferred from context. This sign gives crew and inspectors an unambiguous reference, distinct from the general fire pump sign used for the vessel’s main pumps.

This sign is checked during SOLAS fire safety surveys, where the surveyor confirms that the emergency fire pump location is clearly marked, correctly labelled, and remains accessible for testing and maintenance. Correct labelling of this location is a standard item reviewed during these inspections, since a mislabelled or missing sign can slow down verification that the vessel’s arrangement matches what SOLAS requires.

New crew should be shown the location of the emergency fire pump during safety familiarisation and fire drills, since knowing exactly where it is fitted, not just where it is controlled from, matters during local operation, testing, and any situation requiring hands-on attention. Clear, consistent labelling like this sign removes any doubt about where to find it.

Consistent signage also matters during a routine walk-through inspection, since an unmarked or ambiguous equipment location can slow down an auditor trying to confirm the vessel’s fire control plan matches the arrangement actually fitted on board. Fitting this emergency fire pump sign at the correct location keeps that arrangement easy to verify against the equipment in place.

The pump should be tested regularly as part of the vessel’s routine fire safety equipment checks, since one that fails to start during an actual emergency defeats the purpose of having an independent emergency source in the first place. Marking its location clearly with this sign also makes it easier for the crew member responsible for testing to locate it without needing to consult a separate equipment list.

Technical specifications:
SKU: FS0112
IMPA: 33.6019
ISSA: 47.560.19
Compliant: IMO Resolution A.1116(30)

• Fire-retardant marine-grade material
• Available in non-glow vinyl, general purpose glow, or DNV Wheelmark certified Class C / Class D photoluminescent film
• Waterproof and saltwater resistant
• Glossy wipe-clean finish
• Peel-and-stick installation, no tools or drilling

Supplied ready to apply directly at the emergency fire pump location. Available in the standard size shown above.

This sign is produced to IMO fire control symbol specifications for consistent recognition across international fleets. Need a different size or a custom layout? Contact us for a quote.

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