The provisions of this section of Part 8 in the 2002 BSS Standards are mandatory for non-private boats where applicable.
The intensity of a fire could be increased if the flow of fuel oil can't easily and safely be stopped in the event of an emergency. To help reduce the risk of a fire escalating, fuel oil appliances must have a valve or cock to shut off the fuel supply. This must also be in a readily accessible position, which is at a safe distance from the appliance. [8.7]