NFPA 306, Standard for the Control of Gas Hazards on Vessels

NFPA 306, Standard for the Control of Gas Hazards

NFPA 306 outlines safe storage practices for flammable and combustible materials on ships and establishes safety guidelines for working in confined or restricted areas. This is particularly important in shipyards, docks, and onboard vessels, where the presence of gases can lead to severe fires or pose risks to personnel.

Known as “Control of Gas Hazards on Vessels,” the standard provides procedures to minimize hazards associated with flammable, combustible, and toxic gases, liquids, chemicals, and vapors. It also defines minimum safety requirements for entering and performing work in confined spaces within maritime environments. These spaces include enclosed areas on land that are part of a shipyard or dock facility, as well as vessels undergoing construction, maintenance, repair, or dismantling.