Marine Order 43 (Cargo and cargo handling — livestock) 2018
41Flammable dust
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41 Flammable dust
(1) Spaces on board the vessel where flammable dust may be present must be classified in accordance with IEC 60079-10-2:2015 Explosive atmospheres – Part 10-2: Classification of areas – Explosive dust atmospheres as amended from time to time.
(2) If electrical equipment is installed in spaces used for storage or handling of bulk feed, the equipment must be:
(a) selected, installed and certified to comply with AS/NZS 61241.14:2005: Electrical apparatus for use in the presence of combustible dust, Part 14: Selection and installation as amended from time to time or IEC 60079-14:2013: Explosive atmospheres – Part 14: Electrical installations design, selection and erection as amended from time to time; and
(b) maintained in accordance with IEC 60079-17:2013: Explosive atmospheres – Part 17: Electrical installations inspection and maintenance as amended from time to time.