Why Should I Use A Gas Detection System?

You can see from the above list, that gas is dangerous on many levels, with one of those being 4 gas detector that it’s a silent killer. If you work with gas in any capacity, you’ll want to know your crew is safe at all times, particularly when working in confined spaces.

Depending on what your needs are, there are two main ways to assess the gas levels present:

FIXED GAS DETECTORS
We’ll only cover this briefly given that this guide relates to portable gas detectors, but you’ll need to check the legal requirements of your vessel type to determine whether your regulations specify that permanent gas detection systems should be in place too.

These are gas detection systems fixed in place, such as the MM2001, which are permanently installed to assess the gas risks at all times. Using the MM2001 which is SOLAS and ISGOTT compliant enables you to create a bespoke gas detection infrastructure where sensors are positioned wherever you need them to then communicate the gas levels to the controller 24/7.

Not all vessels are legally required to install fixed gas detection systems, but this type of protection monitors confined spaces such as cargo pump-rooms or refrigerated tanks and keeps them safe from harmful gas accumulation around the clock.

PORTABLE GAS DETECTORS
Another option is to use portable gas monitors like the Marine 4™ which are worn by personnel and used to test an area immediately before entering it.

The various gases occupy confined spaces in different ways – some will fill the upper space, some the lower space, and if you’re not careful, the lack of oxygen in the spaces will cause loss of consciousness quickly.

Testing confined spaces before entering them will detect the levels of gases present and sound or display alarms as warnings. Devices including the Marine 4™, Marine 5™, Triple-C can all test for the presence of pre-programmed gases at the touch of a button.

The MGC Simple+ doesn’t need any calibration, but whichever of the portable as detectors you use, they all highlight the presence of gas to enable the crew to enter confined spaces in safety.

If you’d like to know how you can equip your vessels with safe gas detection with guaranteed compliance, get in touch here and our team will happily talk you through the best safety solutions available to you.