Emergency Bilge Suctions definition
Emergency Bilge Suctions. All other bilge suction valves not connected to the bilge main, and independent emergency suctions to the vessel’s engine room bilges like those which may be connected to sea water circulating pumps, shall be painted international orange on all vessels and labeled in a manner similar to “Emergency Bilge Suction -Emergency Use Only.” The valve wheels will also have a numbered and logged ECS seal capable of breakaway during emergencies, testing, and maintenance.