ISO 15371-2024 PDF

Full title and description

ISO 15371:2024 — Ships and marine technology — Fire-extinguishing systems for protection of galley cooking equipment. This international standard specifies requirements for the design, construction, testing and operation of pre‑engineered fire‑extinguishing systems intended to protect galley hoods, ducts, fryers and other grease‑laden cooking equipment aboard ships and marine installations.

Abstract

The document applies to pre‑engineered galley fire‑extinguishing systems and sets minimum requirements for component construction, performance and for testing and evaluation of components. It also notes that products with novel features outside the scope of the standard should be evaluated with appropriate additional component and end‑product testing.

General information

• Status: Published.
• Publication date: June 2024 (ISO publication).
• Publisher: International Organization for Standardization (ISO).
• ICS / categories: 13.220.10 (Fire‑fighting); 47.020.99 (Ships and marine technology — other).
• Edition / version: Edition 4 (ISO 15371:2024).
• Number of pages: 26 pages.

Scope

ISO 15371:2024 covers pre‑engineered fire extinguishing systems used to protect galley cooking installations on ships — including hoods, exhaust ducts, fryers and other grease‑laden appliances. The scope encompasses requirements for the systems' design, construction and performance, and minimum requirements for component testing and evaluation. It is intended for pre‑engineered systems rather than bespoke fixed‑CO2 installations, which may require other standards or regulatory treatment.

Key topics and requirements

• Definition and classification of pre‑engineered galley fire‑extinguishing systems.
• Requirements for construction and materials of system components (nozzle arrays, piping, thermal links, control and alarm interfaces).
• Performance criteria for effective suppression of grease fires and protection of hoods and ducts.
• Minimum test methods and evaluation procedures for components and assemblies.
• Guidance on installation, operation and maintenance appropriate to marine environments.
• Requirement to apply additional testing when products include novel features not covered by the standard.

Typical use and users

Primary users include ship designers and builders, ship operators and owners, makers of galley fire‑suppression equipment, marine safety engineers, classification societies, maritime regulators and third‑party testing/approval bodies. The standard is used to inform procurement, type‑approval testing, onboard installation practices and periodic maintenance/inspection criteria for galley suppression systems.

Related standards

Relevant documents and regulatory references include previous editions ISO 15371:2015 and ISO 15371:2009 (now superseded by the 2024 edition), the SOLAS regulations and the International Code for Fire Safety Systems (FSS Code) which reference ISO guidance for galley fire protection, and classification society guidance on galley duct and hood protection. National and regional maritime safety requirements and approvals should also be checked for compatibility.

Keywords

galley fire suppression, fire‑extinguishing system, pre‑engineered system, ship galley, exhaust duct protection, fryer protection, marine safety, ISO/TC 8/SC 1, SOLAS, FSS Code

FAQ

Q: What is this standard?

A: ISO 15371:2024 is an international standard that specifies requirements for pre‑engineered fire‑extinguishing systems designed to protect galley cooking equipment and related ducting on ships.

Q: What does it cover?

A: It covers design, component construction and performance requirements, and minimum testing and evaluation procedures for pre‑engineered galley fire‑extinguishing systems; it also advises that novel products may need additional testing beyond the standard.

Q: Who typically uses it?

A: Shipbuilders, ship operators, equipment manufacturers, classification societies, maritime regulators and test/approval bodies use this standard for design, procurement, testing, installation and maintenance of galley suppression systems.

Q: Is it current or superseded?

A: ISO 15371:2024 is the current published edition (edition 4, published June 2024). It supersedes earlier editions including the 2015 and 2009 versions.

Q: Is it part of a series?

A: It is the fourth edition in the ISO 15371 series of standards on galley fire protection (previous editions published in 2000, 2009, 2015). It is used alongside maritime safety instruments such as SOLAS and the FSS Code and other IMO and classification society guidance.

Q: What are the key keywords?

A: Key keywords include galley, fire‑extinguishing, pre‑engineered, ship, marine, hood, duct, fryer, grease‑laden, SOLAS, FSS Code.