Water Spray System Valves Sign

Water Spray System Valves Sign – FS0127

This water spray system valves sign shows the IMO fire control symbol marking a valve manifold in the vessel’s fixed water spray (drencher) fire-fighting system. The symbol follows the standard IMO fire control symbol convention used on fire control plans and at the manifold itself, so it is recognisable to crew regardless of language.

Where this water spray system valves sign is used

A water spray system uses a manifold of section valves to direct water to specific nozzle branches protecting machinery spaces, cargo tank decks, LPG/LNG installations, or other areas requiring rapid cooling or fire suppression. This water spray system valves sign marks exactly where this manifold is located, so crew can find and operate the correct valves quickly during an emergency.

This sign is fixed directly at or above the valve manifold, typically in machinery spaces, pump rooms, or on deck near the protected area, as required by the vessel’s fire control plan, so the manifold’s location is always obvious at a glance. If a fire calls for water spray protection, crew need to open the correct section valves without wasting time searching for the manifold.

Every water spray valve manifold on board should be marked the same way, so crew build a consistent expectation of what to look for regardless of which part of the vessel they are in. A manifold that blends into its surroundings or is left unmarked is far slower to find under the pressure of an actual fire than one identified by this sign.

This sign is checked during SOLAS fire safety surveys, where the surveyor confirms that the water spray system valves are clearly marked, that the sign is visible and unobstructed, and that its position matches the vessel’s fire control plan. Correct labelling of the valve manifold is a standard item reviewed during these inspections, since a missing or obscured sign can slow down verification that the water spray system can be operated as designed.

New crew should be shown the location of the water spray system valves during safety familiarisation and fire drills, since knowing which valves feed which section without hesitation can materially affect how quickly water spray protection is brought into service. Clear, consistent labelling like this sign removes that hesitation.

Consistent signage also matters during a routine walk-through inspection, since an unmarked or poorly identified valve manifold can slow down an auditor trying to confirm the vessel’s fire control plan matches what is actually fitted on board. Fitting this water spray system valves sign at the manifold keeps the fire control plan easy to verify against the equipment in place.

The water spray system valves should be tested regularly as part of the vessel’s routine fire safety equipment checks, since valves that cannot be found quickly, or that have seized from lack of use, defeat the purpose of having a water spray system ready to activate. Keeping this sign in good condition also makes it easier for the crew member responsible for testing to confirm the manifold is accounted for.

Technical specifications:
SKU: FS0127
IMPA: 33.6027
ISSA: 47.560.27
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 valve manifold. 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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