Fire usually spreads very fast - be quick to extinguish the fire.
Fire should be put down by extinguishing, that is, depriving the fire of oxygen. Using water in fuel-based fires does not help.
If the fire reaches the fuel containers, an explosion may occur and cause a large area around the boat to burn.
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Keep the bilge clean and check it regularly for fuel and gas fumes or fuel and oil leaks.
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Do not hang curtains or other flammable material near or above the LPG cooker or other equipment with naked flames.
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Never leave the boat unattended when the cooker or heater is switched on.
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Never refuel or replace gas containers when the engines are running.
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Never smoke when handling fuel or gas.
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Never block evacuation routes or emergency exits.
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Never block access to safety equipment such as fuel valves or main power switches.
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Never block access to fire extinguishers, visible or concealed.
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Never modify the boat’s systems (especially electrical, fuel or gas systems).
In case of fire, use the fire extinguisher on your boat. The exact location can be found in the safety diagram.
If the fire starts to get out of control, leave the burning boat to save lives.