Overview
ISO 15371:2024 - Ships and marine technology - Fire‑extinguishing systems for protection of galley cooking equipment - is the fourth edition of the international standard that specifies requirements for the design, testing and operation of pre‑engineered fire‑extinguishing systems used in ship galleys. The scope covers protection of galley hoods, exhaust ducts, deep‑fat fryers, griddles, range tops, char broilers, woks and other grease‑laden cooking equipment. The standard provides construction and performance requirements for system components and minimum test and evaluation methods to demonstrate effectiveness and safety.
Key topics and technical requirements
ISO 15371:2024 structures technical requirements around components, system performance and test methods. Important topics include:
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Components and construction
- Detectors, discharge nozzles, operating devices, manual actuation, shut‑off devices, pipes, fittings and hoses, extinguishing agent storage and indicators.
- Requirements to ensure components operate reliably in the galley environment.
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System requirements and use
- Intended applications, supervision and actuation logic, placement and location of units, protection of multiple cooking appliances and common exhaust ducts.
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Comprehensive test methods
- Cooking‑equipment extinguishing tests for equipment types such as deep‑fat fryers, griddles, range tops, various char broilers, woks and upright/chain broilers.
- Splash tests and temperature‑related tests to confirm safety during discharge.
- Full‑scale hood and duct extinguishing tests and complete extinguishing system unit tests.
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Documentation and compliance
- Requirements for installation and maintenance manuals, owner’s manuals and detailed test reports to support certification and safe operation.
Practical applications - who uses ISO 15371:2024
ISO 15371:2024 is used by naval architects, shipbuilders, marine safety engineers, equipment manufacturers and third‑party testing/certification bodies. Typical applications:
- Selecting or certifying pre‑engineered galley fire suppression systems for SOLAS‑regulated vessels.
- Designing galley layouts to ensure compliant placement of hoods, ducts and suppression units.
- Factory and field testing of extinguishing system units and components.
- Preparing installation/maintenance documentation required for safe operation and surveys.
Keywords: ISO 15371:2024, marine fire‑extinguishing systems, ship galley fire suppression, grease‑laden cooking equipment, SOLAS compliance.
Related standards (if applicable)
ISO 15371:2024 is produced by ISO/TC 8 (Ships and marine technology) and is referenced by maritime safety frameworks including the IMO SOLAS Convention. Implementers should consult national standards bodies and relevant IMO guidance for mandatory survey and certification requirements.