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News Release from: Environmental Seals | Subject: Fire protection
Edited by the Buildingtalk Editorial
Team on 20 October 2006
Fire protection for River Thames Boat
Project
Envirograf products used for fire protection for 26m barge featured on the television series "Challenge Anneka".
Cruising up the Thames may seem to many, an idyllic pastime, but for the members of the River Thames Boat Project who sail the "Richmond Venturer" barge on a daily basis, the task is both a labour of love and also a much needed community service The 26m barge was built in Lekkerkerk, Holland in 1908 and even featured on the television series "Challenge Anneka"
This article was originally published on Buildingtalk on 2 Aug 2004 at 8.00am (UK)
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The voyages up and down the Thames provide many disabled people, who often feel isolated and forgotten, with a fulfilling and enjoyable leisure and learning experience.
The "Venturer" is also used for much needed respite for carers and environmental education activities for children.
It is equipped with a galley and berths, so residential trips can be organised for passengers and crew to spend several nights on board.
With the range of activities and facilities for a variety of age groups and disabilities that the boat offers, the need for a comprehensive fire and safety policy procedure is vital if a disaster is to be avoided.
Miranda Jaggers, Project Manager for The River Thames Boat Project contacted Technical Fire Consultant, Andy Wahts of Fire Prevention Products (London) for advice on how to ensure that the charity could comply with new safety regulations, especially around the engine room area, which are being introduced.
Andy suggested the use of Envirograf Product 13 Intumescent Pipe Collars for protection around cables and pipe work leading to and from the engine room and Envirograf Product 40 Intumescent-Coated Fireproof Sponge and Envirograf Product 46 Intumescent Adhesive for protection on a plate to be fitted to around the steering shaft.
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