Section 44 in The Merchant Shipping (Fire Appliances) Rules, 1969
44. Firemen's outfits.
(1)Every firemen's outfit carried in compliance with these rules shall consist of--(a)a breathing apparatus complying with the requirements specified in the Fourth Schedule;(b)a portable self-contained electric-battery-operated safety lamp capable of functioning efficiently for a period of at least three hours; and(c)a fireman's axe.(2)Where more than one such outfit is provided they shall be kept in readily accessible and widely separated positions which are not likely to be cut off in the event of fire.
