Question 1
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How does foam extinguish an oil fire?
Answer
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By excluding the oxygen from the fire
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By cooling the oil below the ignition temperature
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By removing the fuel source from the fire
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By increasing the weight of the oil
Question 2
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Except in rare cases, it is impossible to extinguish a shipboard fire by __________.
Question 3
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If a firefighting situation calls for low-velocity fog you would __________.
Answer
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attach a low-velocity fog applicator with the nozzle shut down
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order the engine room to reduce pressure on the fire pump
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put the lever on an all-purpose fire nozzle all the way forward
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put the lever on an all-purpose fire nozzle all the way back
Question 4
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The total available supply of CO2 for use in a fixed extinguishing system of a cargo vessel shall be at least sufficient for_________________.
Answer
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Space requiring largest amount
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All cargo-space
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All the space of the vessel
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Engine room and largest cargo space
Question 5
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A fire is considered 'under control' when________ .
Answer
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the fire is contained and no longer spreading
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all hands are at their fire stations
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all firefighting equipment is at the scene
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the fixed systems are activated
Question 6
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A definite advantage of using water as a fire extinguishing agent is its characteristic of __________.
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rapid expansion as water absorbs heat and changes to steam
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alternate expansion and contraction as water in a liquid state becomes a vapor
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absorption of smoke and gases as water is converted from a liquid to a vapor
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rapid contraction as water is converted from a liquid to a vapor
Question 7
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At the required fire drill, all persons must report to their stations and demonstrate their ability to perform duties assigned to them ________.
Answer
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In the Muster List (“Station Bill”)
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At the previous safety meeting
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By the person conducting the drill
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By the Coast Guard regulations
Question 8
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You are underway when a fire breaks out in the forward part of your vessel. If possible you should __________.
Question 9
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A galley grease fire would be classified as .
Answer
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Class B
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Class A
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Class C
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Class D
Question 10
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In the event of a fire, the doors to a stair tower must be closed to prevent the spread of fire by __________.
Answer
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convection
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conduction
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radiation
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ventilation
Question 11
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A fire may spread by which of the following means?
Answer
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conduction
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transmission
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contraction
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ventillation
Question 12
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The function of the bypass valve on the self-contained breathing apparatus is to __________.
Answer
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allow the wearer to manually give himself oxygen
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control the pressure of the oxygen as it enters the body
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release excess heat which would otherwise cause the bottle to explode
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allow exhaled gases to pass outside the bottle
Question 13
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Foam extinguishes fire by_______.
Answer
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Smoothering
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Cooling
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Chemical action
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Inerting the air
Question 14
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Extinguishing oil fire is very effective when ________.
Question 15
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Fuel vents are fitted with corrosion resistant screen to prevent ____.
Answer
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Flames entering the tank vent
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Escape of flammable vapors
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Corrosion in the tank vent
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Damage to the ball check
Question 16
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Which fire extinguishing agent has the greatest capacity for absorbing heat?
Answer
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Water
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Foam
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Carbon dioxide
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Dry chemical
Question 17
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Annual servicing of a hand portable CO2 fire extinguisher includes_________ .
Answer
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weighing the cylinder and recharging if weight loss exceeds 10% of the weight of the charge
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inspecting the pressure gauge to ensure the needle is within operating range
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hydrostatic testing of the cylinder
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discharging, cleaning inside, and recharging
Question 18
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A spark arrestor _______.
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prevents sparks from getting out of an engine's exhaust system
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keeps sparks from falling into an open tank
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secures covers on ullage openings
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grounds static electricity
Question 19
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On an inspection of your tankship you notice that there are no portable fire extinguishers in the pump room. To comply with regulations, you __________.
Answer
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should arrange to have a B-II extinguisher placed in the lower pumproom
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need not be concerned since no portable extinguishers are required in the pumproom
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should arrange to have a B-II extinguisher placed in the vicinity of the exit
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may substitute sand for the required extinguishers
Question 20
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How often shall crew members participate in fire drills?
Answer
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once every month
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once every 6 months
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once every year
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once every week
Question 21
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All of the following are part of the fire triangle except __________.
Answer
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electricity
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oxygen
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heat
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fuel
Question 22
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What is required in addition to the heat, fuel, and oxygen of the fire triangle to have a fire?
Answer
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Chain reaction
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Pressure
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Smoke
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Electricity
Question 23
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Fire alarm system thermostats are actuated by __________.
Answer
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the difference in thermal expansion of two dissimilar metals
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smoke sensors
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pressure loss due to air being heated
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an electric eye which actuates when smoke interferes with the beam
Question 24
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The supply of carbon dioxide used in the fixed extinguishing system aboard a cargo vessel must be at least sufficient for __________.
Answer
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the space requiring the largest amount
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the engine room and largest cargo space
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all cargo spaces
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all the spaces of a vessel
Question 25
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Valves on steam-smothering lines to cargo tanks shall be set with __________.
Answer
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the master control valve shut and valves to individual cargo tanks open
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the master control valve shut and valves to individual cargo tanks shut
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the master control valve open and valves to individual cargo tanks shut
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all valves open
Question 26
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What is the function of the bypass valve on the self-contained breathing apparatus?
Answer
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In the event of a malfunction in the equipment, the valve can be operated manually to give the wearer air.
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The valve opens in excessive heat to release the oxygen in the bottle and prevent the bottle from exploding.
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When pressure in the apparatus exceeds 7 psi above atmospheric pressure, the valve opens to release pressure.
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The valve reduces the high pressure in the bottle to about 3 psi above atmospheric pressure.
Question 27
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You are fighting a class "B" fire with a portable dry chemical extinguisher. The discharge should be directed __________.
Answer
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at the seat of the fire, starting at the near edge
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to bank off a bulkhead onto the fire
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over the top of the fire
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at the main body of the fire
Question 28
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You are fighting a class "B" fire with a portable dry chemical extinguisher. The discharge should be directed __________.
Answer
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at the seat of the fire, starting at the near edge
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to bank off a bulkhead onto the fire
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over the top of the fire
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at the main body of the fire
Question 29
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You are fighting a fire in the electrical switchboard in the engine room. You should secure the power, then __________.
Answer
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use a portable CO2 extinguisher
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use a portable foam extinguisher
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use a low-velocity fog adapter with the fire hose
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determine the cause of the fire
Question 30
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When two fire hose teams are attacking a fire they should __________.
Answer
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not attack the fire from opposite sides
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use different fire hose pressures
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use fire hoses of different sizes
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not wear protective clothing
Question 31
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The smoke detector (fire indicator) indicates fire in a cargo hold loaded by general cargo. What first action should be taken?
Answer
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Close the ventilation system and other openings to the hold in order to choke the fire
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Use the ship's gas extinguishing central system to put out the fire
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Inspect the scene before deciding the method to be used for fire-fighting
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Start the fire pumps, open the hatches and start fighting the fire by fire hoses
Question 32
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Which extinguishing agent is most likely to allow reflash as a result of not cooling the fuel below its ignition temperature?
Answer
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CO2
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Water stream
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Water spray
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Foam
Question 33
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Combustible gas indicators operate by drawing an air sample into the instrument _______.
Answer
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over an electrically heated platinum filament
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where it is mixed with nitrogen
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where it is ignited by a sparking device
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where its specific gravity is measured
Question 34
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Which of the following fire extinguishing agents has the greatest capacity for heat absorption?
Answer
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Water fog
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Dry chemical
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Chemical foam
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Carbon dioxide
Question 35
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A liquid, as listed on a Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) having a flash point at or above 100°F is called a/an ____________.
Answer
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combustible liquid
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explosive liquid
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flammable liquid
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viscous liquid
Question 36
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The MAIN objection to the use of a dry chemical fire extinguisher on an electrical fire is that the __________.
Answer
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dry chemical leaves a powder residue which may render electrical equipment inoperative
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extinguishing action is not as good as with soda acid
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powder conducts electricity back to the fire fighter
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extinguisher will need to be recharged
Question 37
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Which of the documents below identifies chemical listings, its physical properties, health hazards as well as firefighting procedures?
Answer
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Material Safety Data Sheet
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Hazardous Chemical Information Sheet
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Hazardous Chemical Loading Document
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Chemical Characteristics Document
Question 38
Question
Through which of the listed process is sufficient heat produced to cause spontaneous ignition?
Question 39
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Gasoline is a flammable liquid whose vapors are ___________.
Answer
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all of the above
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heavier than air
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toxic
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highly explosive
Question 40
Question
Which of the petroleum products listed has the lowest flash point?
Answer
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Diesel oil
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Hydraulic oil
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Lubricating oil
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Refrigeration oil
Question 41
Question
When firing a pyrotechnic distress signal, it should be aimed__________.
Question 42
Question
Which of the following statements concerning chemical foam is TRUE?
Answer
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It is formed as a result of the reaction between dry powder and water.
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It is recommended for use on fires in main propulsion electric motors.
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Foam bubbles are formed as a result of mechanical mixing with air.
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It is useful in fighting chemicals fires only.
Question 43
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Who is responsible to the Operation Manager for the technical aspects and seaworthiness of the ships, except for the engineering spaces and personnel?
Answer
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Marine Superintendent
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Master
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Designated Person Ashore
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Fleet manager
Question 44
Question
What is the purpose of adopting international convention onboard?
Question 45
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In firefighting, the term 'protecting exposures' means _____________.
Answer
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taking measures to prevent the spread of fire from the involved compartment to an adjacent compartment
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protecting fire fighters from direct exposure to the heat of the fire
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keeping flames from burning at the tank vents
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protecting exposed areas of the superstructure from flames
Question 46
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What is the main reason of implementing provisions on International Conferences or Convention onboard?
Answer
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Provide uniform practice.
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Reduce accidents at sea.
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Port State recommendations
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Class Society recommendations
Question 47
Question
Automatically closed fire dampers installed in the vessel's ventilation system are operated by the use of a ____________.
Question 48
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If the crew are still on board and salvage tug is around, what would the master do if it is determined that saving the ship is not possible?
Answer
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Abandonship and let go
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Save the ship
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Don't abandonship
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Contact coast guard
Question 49
Question
Mechanically foam used for firefighting is produced by mechanically mixing and agitating ___________.
Question 50
Question
Which is NOT a mandatory requirement of the shipboard oil pollution emergency plan?
Question 51
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What is termed as the process of killing the ineffective bacteria from the water so as to make it safe for drinking?
Answer
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Disinfection
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Sterilization
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Tri-oxidation
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Ultra-hydration
Question 52
Question
Which of the following statements is true concerning Aqueous Film Forming Foam (AFFF)?
Answer
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AFFF controls the vaporization of flammable liquids by means of a water film.
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The agent cannot be used in conjunction with dry chemicals.
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AFFF can only be produced from fresh water.
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Because AFFF works through surface tension, it can not be broken up if it is agitated.
Question 53
Question
What is a major advantage of using a positive pressure type self-contained breathing apparatus?
Answer
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The speed with which it can be put into operation is around 45 seconds.
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The equipment is lightweight and the wearer can work without difficulty in confined spaces.
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The average operating time is over an hour.
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Facial hair will not affect the mask performance.
Question 54
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Which of the following conditions is true concerning flammable liquid vapors with a concentration above the explosive limit?
Answer
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The mixture is too rich to burn.
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The mixture is too lean to burn.
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The vapor is about to explode.
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Conditions are perfect for combustion.
Question 55
Question
According to the Pollution Prevention Regulation, who makes final decision of when oil transfer may begin?
Question 56
Question
During man overboard situation, the first person who saw the incident shall _______ .
Answer
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throw a life ring and inform the bridge
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throw a life ring and shout for help
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shout for help and do not lose sight of the man in the water
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throw a marker and inform any deck officer around
Question 57
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Why an upper limit switch is used when handling lifeboat equipment?
Answer
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To prevent the davits from pulling up against the stops
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To keep the tricing line from releasing or getting tangled
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To assist in cranking in the lifeboat
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To stop the lifeboat from being lowered
Question 58
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“Dry Powder” fire extinguishers, which contain a mixture of graphite and sodium chloride as the extinguishing agent, are generally used to fight which type of fire?
Answer
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Class D
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Class B
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Class C
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Class A
Question 59
Question
Which of the following fire extinguishing agents has the greatest capacity for heat absorption?
Answer
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Water fog
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Dry chemical
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Chemical foam
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Carbon dioxide
Question 60
Question
Mechanically foam used for firefighting is produced by mechanically mixing and agitating ___________.
Question 61
Question
Which of the following statements is true concerning Aqueous Film Forming Foam (AFFF)?
Answer
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AFFF controls the vaporization of flammable liquids by means of a water film.
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The agent cannot be used in conjunction with dry chemicals.
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AFFF can only be produced from fresh water.
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Because AFFF works through surface tension, it can not be broken up if it is agitated.
Question 62
Question
Which of the following statements concerning chemical foam is TRUE?
Answer
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It is formed as a result of the reaction between dry powder and water.
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It is recommended for use on fires in main propulsion electric motors.
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Foam bubbles are formed as a result of mechanical mixing with air.
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It is useful in fighting chemicals fires only.
Question 63
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Chemical foam is most suitable for use on a fire involving _____________.
Answer
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oil
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burning insulation
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hot bulkheads
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electrical machinery
Question 64
Question
Which of the following statements is true concerning carbon dioxide when used as a fire extinguishing agent?
Answer
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Its smothering effect is excellent for class B fires.
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Carbon dioxide is corrosive when exposed to fire.
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Carbon dioxide should be applied slowly to a large engine room fire.
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Its total cooling effect is far greater than water
Question 65
Question
The MAIN objection to the use of a dry chemical fire extinguisher on an electrical fire is that the __________.
Answer
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dry chemical leaves a powder residue which may render electrical equipment inoperative
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extinguishing action is not as good as with soda acid
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powder conducts electricity back to the fire fighter
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extinguisher will need to be recharged
Question 66
Question
Through which of the listed process is sufficient heat produced to cause spontaneous ignition?
Question 67
Question
Fires resulting from “spontaneous combustion” are usually caused by the improper disposal of________.
Answer
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oily rags
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cigarette butts
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burner torches
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lighted matches
Question 68
Question
Which of the following conditions is true concerning flammable liquid vapors with a concentration above the explosive limit?
Answer
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The mixture is too rich to burn.
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The mixture is too lean to burn.
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The vapor is about to explode.
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Conditions are perfect for combustion.
Question 69
Question
Which of the petroleum products listed has the lowest flash point?
Answer
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Diesel oil
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Hydraulic oil
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Lubricating oil
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Refrigeration oil
Question 70
Question
Gasoline is a flammable liquid whose vapors are ___________.
Answer
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all of the above
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heavier than air
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toxic
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highly explosive
Question 71
Question
Which of the listed tanks present the greatest potential for an explosion?
Answer
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A partially filled tank of diesel oil
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A full tank of diesel oil
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A full tank of lubricating oil
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A partially filled tank of hydraulic oil
Question 72
Question
A liquid, as listed on a Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) having a flash point at or above 100°F is called a/an ____________.
Answer
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combustible liquid
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explosive liquid
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flammable liquid
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viscous liquid
Question 73
Question
If a fire hose is left unattended and under pressure with the nozzle shut off, the fire hose will _____.
Answer
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Remain motionless
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Burst under pressure
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Lash about violently
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Become elongated by 125%
Question 74
Question
Fire main outlet valves or hydrants located on e decks shall be in _____.
Answer
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protected against freezing or be fitted with valves and drain valves
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behind glass or a suitably marked enclosure
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opened up and internally examined at each Coast Guard biannual inspection for certification
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open area or at the gangway near the emergency hallway
Question 75
Question
Automatically closed fire dampers installed in the vessel's ventilation system are operated by the use of a ____________.
Question 76
Question
In firefighting, the term 'protecting exposures' means _____________.
Answer
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taking measures to prevent the spread of fire from the involved compartment to an adjacent compartment
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protecting fire fighters from direct exposure to the heat of the fire
-
keeping flames from burning at the tank vents
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protecting exposed areas of the superstructure from flames
Question 77
Question
If a fire occurs in an electric cable, in which the inner layers of insulation have burned, you should FIRST _________.
Answer
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secure power to the cable
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cut the cable with a cable cutter
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insulate the melted ends
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remove the electrical load on the cable
Question 78
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According to 46 CFR's Part 96, what is the minimum period of time that an approved self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) is required to provide an air supply?
Answer
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30 minutes
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10 minutes
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15 minutes
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60 minutes
Question 79
Question
Which unit will provide excellent mobility to the wearer in an unsafe atmosphere and provide oxygen to sustain life?
Question 80
Question
What is a major advantage of using a positive pressure type self-contained breathing apparatus?
Answer
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The speed with which it can be put into operation is around 45 seconds.
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The equipment is lightweight and the wearer can work without difficulty in confined spaces.
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The average operating time is over an hour.
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Facial hair will not affect the mask performance.
Question 81
Question
When firing a pyrotechnic distress signal, it should be aimed__________.
Question 82
Question
In lifeboat situations, which of the following visual distress signals is acceptable for daylight use only?
Question 83
Question
Which of the following conditions represents the appropriate time for setting off distress flares and rockets?
Question 84
Question
When using a handheld smoke signal aboard a survival craft, you should activate the signal_________.
Answer
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on the downwind side of the craft
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on the upwind side of the craft
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inside the craft
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at the stern of the craft
Question 85
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A distress___________.
Answer
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may be used individually in conjunction with other distress signals
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consists of 5 or more short blasts of the fog signal apparatus
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consists of the raising and lowering of a large white flag
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is used to indicate doubt about another vessel’s intensions
Question 86
Question
After having activated the emergency position indicating radio beacon, you should ____________.
Answer
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leave it on continuously
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turn it off for five minutes every half-hour
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turn it off and on at five minute intervals
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turn it off during daylight hours
Question 87
Question
If you have to abandon ship, the EPIRB can be used to _____________.
Answer
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send radio homing signals to searching aircraft
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hold the lifeboat's head up into the seas
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generate orange smoke
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seal leaks in rubber rafts
Question 88
Question
The centrifugal brake mechanism incorporated in a lifeboat handling winch is intended to _________.
Answer
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automatically control the speed of lowering by gravity
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automatically stop the boat if electric power fails
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mechanically stop the boat when the hand break fails
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hold the load suspended during lowering operations
Question 89
Question
After the lifeboat has reached the top of the davit heads, the davit arms begin moving up the tracks until the movement is stopped by the __________.
Answer
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limit switch
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hoist man
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brake handle
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preventer bar
Question 90
Question
Limit switches on gravity davits should be tested by __________.
Answer
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pushing the switch lever arm while the winch is running
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the engineers, from a panel in the engine room
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shutting off the current to the winch
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it can be tested as long as the port surveyor is the one inspecting it
Question 91
Question
When abandoning ship, after launching the motor lifeboat you should __________.
Answer
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stay in the immediate area
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plot course for nearest land
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go only with the direction of the sea
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go one direction until fuel runs out
Question 92
Question
If you are forced to abandon ship in a lifeboat, you should _______.
Answer
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remain in the immediate vicinity
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head for the nearest land
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head for the closest sea-lanes
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vote on what to do, so all hands will have a part in the decision
Question 93
Question
Using a sea anchor with the survival craft will ___________.
Question 94
Question
All personnel should be familiar with the lifeboats _________.
Question 95
Question
Engines for lifeboats are required to have sufficient fuel to operate for how many hours?
Answer
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24 hours
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6 hours
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12 hours
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18 hours
Question 96
Question
When a rescue vessel approaches a survival craft in heavy seas, the person in charge of the survival craft should ________.
Answer
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wait for calmer weather before transferring personnel
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tie up the rescue vessel
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transfer only those who are seasick
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transfer all personnel immediately
Question 97
Question
The purpose for the bag or box on top of some survival craft is to ______________.
Answer
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right it in case of capsize
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increase area for radar detection
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act as a sail in case of a power loss
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steady the craft in heavy seas
Question 98
Question
Which of the lifeboat parts listed must be painted bright red?
Answer
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Releasing gear lever
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Hatches
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Boat hooks
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Compass
Question 99
Question
Fire and lifeboat stations are required to be listed on the _____________.
Answer
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muster list
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ship's articles
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bunk card
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forecastle card
Question 100
Question
A hydrostatic release mechanism for a liferaft ____________.
Answer
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must be submerged to a certain depth to release automatically
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must be wet before it will release
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should be kept in a watertight cover except in an emergency
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will inflate the raft in its cradle if operated manually
Question 101
Question
Which of the following operations should be carried out when launching an inflatable liferaft by hand?
Answer
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Make sure the operating cord is secured to the vessel before throwing it over the side
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Open the liferaft casing
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Turn the valve on the CO2 cylinder to start inflation
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After inflation, detach operating cord from liferaft
Question 102
Question
If an inflatable liferaft inflates upside down, you can right it by ________________.
Answer
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standing on the CO2 bottle, holding the bottom straps, and throwing your weight backwards
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pushing up on one side.
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getting at least three or four men to push down on the side containing the CO2 cylinder
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doing nothing, it will right itself after the canopy supports inflate
Question 103
Question
" You have abandoned ship in tropical waters. Which procedure(s) should be used during a prolonged peroid in a raft? I. Wet clothes during the day to decrease perpiration.
II. Get plenty of rest.
III. Keep the entrance curtins open."
Answer
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I, II and III
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I only
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II only
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III only
Question 104
Question
When a ship is abandoned and there are several liferafts in the water, one of the FIRST things to be done is __________.
Answer
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secure the rafts together to keep them from drifting apart
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separate the rafts as much as possible to increase chances of detection
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transfer all supplies to one raft
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transfer all the injured to one raft
Question 105
Question
When the machinery spaces on a tank vessel are protected by a fixed foam extinguishing system, what additional protection is required by Regulations (46 CFR) outside of the machinery space entrance?
Answer
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Two fire hydrants with hose, nozzle and application
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One portable foam extinguisher
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Ten cubic feet of sand of with scoop
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One semi-portable CO2 extinguisher
Question 106
Question
The primary function of an automatic sprinkler system is to______.
Answer
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limit the spread of the fire and control the amount of heat produced
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instantaneously extinguish the fire which triggered it
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protect people in the areas which have had sprinkler heads installed
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alert the crew to the fire
Question 107
Question
A fireman's outfit carried onboard cargo vessels, must have a _____.
Answer
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self-contained breathing apparatus
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canister -type gas mask
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fresh -air breathing apparatus
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combustible gas indicator