1.The electric cables of the equipment must have flame retardant properties and should be installed in such a manner that it should not interfere with the original flame retarding properties.
2.Electric Cables for emergency equipments, lightings, communication and signal should be kept away from spaces like galley, laundries, machinery space of category A & other high risk areas.
3.Special precautions are to be taken for cable installation in hazardous area as it might lead to explosion in case of electrical fault.
4.Terminations and joints are to be made in such a manner that it should retain its original fire resisting properties.
5.Avoid electric cable for damage and chafing during installation.
6.Fireproof glands to be used in case of electric cable passing through the bulkhead as it would prevent fire from one compartment to other.
