Safety Issue
The American Bureau of Shipping (ABS) rules do not define Safe
Concordias column structure spaces, containing the propulsion
electrical system, as Category A machinery spaces. Therefore, the
need for a fixed fire fighting extinguishing system and two means
of access to the thruster machinery spaces have not been adequately
addressed.
Safety Recommendation
The Australian Transport Safety Bureau recommends that the
American Bureau of Shipping (ABS) takes action to address this
safety issue.