Fire Prevention, Fire Fighting. Test 6

What type of release is allowed for fixed gas fire extinguishing installations onboard?

An automatic release system activated by fire alarms.
A manually operated release only.
Any automatic release system.
An automatic release system activated by fire detectors.

You are night duty officer on a ship under way when a fire in the crew accommodation is reported. What is the first action you would take?

Call the captain.
Run to the scene and fight the fire.
Sound the fire / general alarm signal.
Send the duty seaman down to inspect and report the situation.

What fixed and portable fire extinguishers are often found on gas tankers, because they are considered to be most effective with burning gas?

Foam.
Water.
Dry Powder - Dry Chemical.
CO2.

According to SOLAS - sanitary, ballast, bilge or general service pumps may be used as fire pumps provided _____

they are not normally used for pumping oils.
they are fitted with an automatic start connected to the fire alarm.
they can be started from a position outside the engine room.
they are ready for use as a fire pump at any time.

Which fire fighting system is the most efficient and with least side effects in the event of a fire in the engine room?

The central foam extinguishing system.
The central CO2 extinguishing system.
The sprinkler extinguishing system.
The powder extinguishing system.

In addition to a fire suit, a fireman's outfit also comprises breathing apparatus and a fireproof lifeline. According to SOLAS- how many such sets of fireman's outfit are required to be carried by all ships?

At least one.
At least three.
At least two.
As required by the ship's administration.

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Fire Prevention, Fire Fighting. Test 6

Fire Prevention, Fire Fighting. Test 6

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