|
C |
Your vessel must
have a B-II fire extinguisher. Which extinguisher fulfills this requirement?
(small passenger vessel regulations) |
4 lb. carbon dioxide |
4 lb. dry chemical |
15 lb. carbon
dioxide |
12 gallon foam |
|
B |
What would be
an example of a B-I extinguisher? (small passenger vessel regulations) |
2.5 gallon foam |
2 pound dry chemical |
10 pound carbon
dioxide |
5 pound foam |
|
C |
On a small passenger
vessel, 58 feet in length, carrying 52 passengers the fire pump shall have
a minimum pumping capacity of __________. |
10 gallons per
minute |
100 gallons per
minute |
50 gallons per
minute |
100 gallons per
minute |
|
B |
All vessels not
required to have a power driven fire pump shall carry __________. (small
passenger vessel regulations) |
an emergency hand
fire and bilge pump |
at least three
2-1/2 gallon fire buckets |
a suitable, detachable
pump usable for fire fighting purposes |
not less than
three hand fire pumps |
|
B |
Which statement
is TRUE concerning fire hose on a small passenger vessel? |
All fittings on
hoses shall be of steel or other ferrous metal. |
A length of hose
with nozzle attached shall be attached to each fire hydrant at all times. |
Fire hose shall
be at least 3/4" outside diameter. |
One length of
fire hose shall be provided for every two fire hydrants. |
|
A |
Which portable
fire extinguisher is required just outside the exit of the propulsion machinery
space of a 75-ton passenger vessel? |
15 lb. CO2 extinguisher |
2-1/2 gallon foam
extinguisher |
2 lb. dry chemical
extinguisher |
None of the above |
|
D |
On vessels that
are required to have fixed carbon dioxide fire extinguishing systems, the
controls to operate the system shall be installed in an accessible location
__________. (small passenger vessel regulations) |
at the carbon
dioxide cylinders |
in a padlocked
waterproof metal box |
inside the space
protected |
outside the space
protected |
|
A |
How many portable
fire extinguishers are required to be located inside the machinery space
of a small passenger vessel? |
None are required |
One B-I, C-I |
One B-II, C-II |
One B-II |
|
D |
Fixed carbon dioxide
fire extinguishing systems shall be installed to protect enclosed machinery
and fuel tank spaces of all vessels using gasoline or other fuel having
a flash point of __________. (small passenger vessel regulations) |
0°F or lower |
75°F or lower |
90°F or lower |
110°F or lower |
|
B |
If your vessel
is required to have a fire ax on board, where should it be located? (small
passenger vessel regulations) |
In below-decks
passenger accommodations |
In or adjacent
to the primary operating station |
In the galley
near the stove |
Just outside the
engine room access |
|
C |
Which statement
is TRUE concerning the number of portable fire extinguishers required at
the operating station of a small passenger vessel? (small passenger vessel
regulations) |
None are required. |
One B-II extinguisher
is required. |
One B-I extinguisher
is required. |
Two B-I extinguishers
are required. |
|
A |
Which toxic gas
is a product of incomplete combustion, and is often present when a fire
burns in a closed compartment? |
Carbon monoxide |
Nitric oxide |
Hydrogen sulfide |
Carbon dioxide |
|
D |
A fire starting
by spontaneous combustion can be expected in which condition? |
Paints, varnish,
or other liquid flammables are stowed in a dry stores locker. |
Inert cargoes
such as pig iron are loaded in a wet condition. |
Clean mattresses
are stored in contact with an electric light bulb. |
Oily rags are
stowed in a metal pail. |
|
C |
Oily rags stored
in a pile that is open to the atmosphere are a hazard because they may __________. |
deteriorate and
give off noxious gasses |
attract lice and
other vermin and serve as a breeding ground |
spontaneously
heat and catch fire |
None of the above |
|
B |
The minimum concentration
of a vapor in air which can form an explosive mixture is called the __________. |
auto-ignition
point |
lower explosive
limit (LEL) |
flash point |
threshold limit
value (TLV) |
|
B |
Accumulations
of oily rags should be __________. |
kept in the paint
locker |
discarded as soon
as possible |
kept in nonmetal
containers |
cleaned thoroughly
for reuse |
|
D |
A fuel-air mixture
below the lower explosive limit is too __________. |
cool to burn |
rich to burn |
dense to burn |
lean to burn |
|
A |
The midships house
of your break bulk ship is constructed with an interior stair tower from
the main deck to the bridge. Under what circumstances may the doors from
each deck to the stair tower be kept open when underway? |
They may be kept
open if they can be automatically closed from the bridge. |
They are to be
kept closed at all times. |
They can be kept
open if the Muster List ("Station Bill") has personnel designated to close
them in case of fire. |
They may be kept
open if the ventilation or air conditioning system is shut down. |
|
A |
In the event of
a fire, the doors to a stair tower must be closed to prevent the spread
of fire by __________. |
convection |
conduction |
ventilation |
radiation |
|
D |
Fire may be spread
by which means? |
Convection |
Direct radiation |
Conduction of
heat to adjacent surfaces |
All of the above. |
|
A |
Convection spreads
a fire by __________. |
heated gases flowing
through ventilation systems |
the transfer of
heat across an unobstructed space |
transmitting the
heat of a fire through the ship's metal |
burning liquids
flowing into another space |
|
D |
Radiation spreads
a fire by __________. |
transmitting the
heat of a fire through the ship's metal |
burning liquids
flowing into another space |
heated gases flowing
through ventilation systems |
transferring heat
across an unobstructed space |
|
D |
The spread of
fire is prevented by __________. |
shutting off the
oxygen supply |
removing combustibles
from the endangered area |
cooling surfaces
adjacent to the fire |
All of the above. |
|
B |
To prevent the
spread of fire by convection you should __________. |
shut off all electrical
power |
close all openings
to the area |
remove combustibles
from direct exposure |
cool the bulkhead
around the fire |
|
C |
To prevent the
spread of fire by convection you should __________. |
shut off all electric
power |
remove combustibles
from direct exposure |
cool the bulkheads
around the fire |
close all openings
to the area |
|
B |
The spread of
fire is NOT prevented by __________. |
removing combustibles
from the endangered area |
removing smoke
and toxic gases by ensuring adequate ventilation |
shutting off the
oxygen supply |
cooling surfaces
adjacent to the fire |
|
D |
Ventilation systems
connected to a compartment in which a fire is burning are normally closed
to prevent the rapid spread of the fire by __________. |
radiation |
conduction |
spontaneous combustion |
convection |
|
C |
The atmosphere
in a tank is too rich when it is __________. |
incapable of supporting
combustion because the hydrocarbon vapor content makes the atmosphere below
the LFL (Lower Flammable Level) |
capable of supporting
combustion |
incapable of supporting
combustion because the hydrocarbon vapor content makes the atmosphere above
the UFL (Upper Flammable Limit) |
in a noncombustible
state which can be relied on to occur naturally on a regular basis |
|
A |
The atmosphere
in a tank is too lean if it is __________. |
incapable of supporting
combustion because the hydrocarbon content is below the LFL (Lower Flammable
Limit) |
capable of supporting
a fire once started |
not safe for ballasting |
capable of supporting
combustion because the hydrocarbon content is above the UFL (Upper Flammable
Limit) |
|
C |
What is the generally
accepted method of determining whether the atmosphere within a cargo tank
is explosive, too rich, or too lean to support combustion? |
Use the open flame
test on a small sample that has been taken from the tank. |
Send a gas sample
ashore for laboratory analysis. |
Use an explosimeter. |
Enter the tank
with an oxygen analyzer. |
|
B |
The explosive
range of petroleum vapors mixed with air is __________. |
0% to 1% |
1% to 10% |
10% to 15% |
12% to 20% |
|
A |
Small quantities
of flammable liquids needed at a work site should be __________. |
in a metal container
with a tight cap |
used only under
the supervision and direction of a ship's officer |
used only when
a pressurized fire hose is laid out ready for immediate use |
tightly capped
and stowed with other tools near the job site when securing at the end of
the day |
|
C |
Paints and solvents
on a vessel should be __________. |
stored in a suitable
gear locker |
covered at all
times to protect from ignition sources |
returned to the
paint locker after each use |
stored safely
at the work site until work is completed |
|
D |
The hoods over
galley ranges present what major hazard? |
They concentrate
the heat of cooking and may raise surrounding flammable material to the
ignition point. |
They inhibit the
effective operation of fire fighting systems in combating deep fat fryer
or range fires. |
In order to effectively
draw off cooking heat they present a head-injury hazard to a person of average
or more height. |
Grease collects
in the duct and filter and if it catches fire is difficult to extinguish. |
|
C |
Which of the following
when removed will extinguish a fire? |
sodium |
carbon dioxide |
oxygen |
nitrogen |
|
D |
What is required
in addition to the heat, fuel, and oxygen of the fire triangle to have a
fire? |
Pressure |
Electricity |
Smoke |
Chain reaction |
|
B |
All of the following
are part of the fire triangle EXCEPT __________. |
oxygen |
electricity |
fuel |
heat |
|
A |
Except in rare
cases, it is impossible to extinguish a shipboard fire by __________. |
removing the fuel |
removing the heat |
interrupting the
chain reaction |
removing the oxygen |
|
C |
Normally, the
percentage of oxygen in air is __________. |
16 (%) |
18 (%) |
21 (%) |
25 (%) |
|
B |
The lowest temperature
required to cause self-sustained combustion of a substance independent of
any outside source of ignition is called __________. |
explosive range |
ignition temperature |
combustion temperature |
flash point |
|
D |
Which condition
is necessary for a substance to burn? |
The mixture of
vapors with air must be within the "explosive range." |
The temperature
of the substance must be equal to or above its fire point. |
The air must contain
oxygen in sufficient quantity. |
All of the above. |
|
C |
The vapor pressure
of a substance __________. |
is not affected
by temperature |
decreases as temperature
increases |
increases with
the temperature |
may increase or
decrease as the temperature rises |
|
C |
You have carbon
tetrachloride as part of the cargo. If a fire breaks out in the general
area, what is the major danger from the carbon tetrachloride? |
You cannot use
water to fight the fire because it will react with the carbon tetrachloride. |
It will explode
if exposed to a flame. |
Phosgene gas may
be formed if it comes in contact with hot metal. |
It will burn rapidly
once ignited. |
|
B |
Which statement
describes the relationship between flash point and auto-ignition temperature? |
Both are higher
than normal burning temperatures. |
The ignition temperature
is always higher. |
They are not necessarily
related. |
The flash point
is always higher. |
|
D |
The "flammable
limits" of an atmosphere are the __________. |
two temperatures
between which an atmosphere will burn if an ignition source is present |
upper and lower
pressures between which an atmosphere will not burn |
two temperatures
between which an atmosphere will self ignite |
upper and lower
percentage of vapor concentrations in an atmosphere which will burn if an
ignition source is present |
|
B |
The explosive
range of Bunker C mixed with air is __________. |
0% to 1% by volume |
1% to 5% by volume |
5% to 10% by volume |
10% to 20% by
volume |
|
C |
The explosive
range of Diesel Oil mixed with air is __________. |
0% to 1% by volume |
0.8% to 5.3% by
volume |
1.3% to 6.0% by
volume |
6.3% to 12.1%
by volume |
|
A |
Which are the
flammable limits of methyl ethyl ketone? |
1.8% to 11.5% |
6.6% to 12.1% |
9.6% to 15.1% |
12.2% to 18.1% |
|
B |
The flash point
of a liquid means the temperature __________. |
at which a liquid
will burn steadily |
at which a liquid
will give off flammable vapors |
that a liquid
must reach before it will flow readily |
at which a liquid
will explode |
|
B |
Which statement
is TRUE concerning the "flash point" of a substance? |
It is the temperature
at which the released vapors will fall within the explosive range. |
It is lower than
the ignition temperature. |
It is the temperature
at which a substance, when ignited, will continue to burn. |
It is the temperature
at which a substance will spontaneously ignite. |
|
D |
You should be
most concerned about a possible explosion or fire in fuel tanks __________. |
when underway
as the fuel is moved by wave action |
during fueling
when the fuel strikes fuel already in the tank |
shortly after
fueling when fuel vapors gather |
during fueling
when the fuel first strikes the tank bottom |
|
D |
The volatility
of a flammable liquid is indicated by its __________. |
ignition temperature |
flammable range |
conversion index |
flash point |
|
B |
Spontaneous combustion
is most likely to occur in __________. |
overloaded electrical
circuits |
rags soaked in
linseed oil |
dirty swabs and
cleaning gear |
partially loaded
fuel tanks |
|
A |
Spontaneous combustion
is caused by __________. |
chemical action
within a substance |
conduction of
heat through a wall of material to the substance |
an outside heat
source heating a substance until it ignites |
All of the above. |
|
D |
Which substance
might be subject to spontaneous combustion? |
Scrap rubber |
Coal |
Leather |
All of the above. |
|
C |
What is the maximum
oxygen content below which flaming combustion will no longer occur? |
1 (%) |
10 (%) |
15 (%) |
21 (%) |
|
D |
Storage batteries
should be charged in a well ventilated area because __________. |
they recharge
faster in a well ventilated space |
they generate
heat |
of the toxic fumes
they emit |
they emit hydrogen |
|
B |
What is LEAST
likely to cause ignition of fuel vapors? |
Loose wiring |
Explosion proof
lights |
Static electricity |
An open running
electric motor |
|
D |
Which may ignite
fuel vapors? |
Static electricity |
An open and running
motor |
Loose wiring |
All of the above. |
|
A |
Spontaneous ignition
can result from __________. |
careless disposal
or storage of material |
an unprotected
drop-light bulb |
worn electrical
wires on power tools |
smoking in bed |
|
C |
The accumulation
of dangerous fumes generated by the storage batteries is best prevented
by __________. |
covering the batteries
in a nonconducting, solid enclosure |
mounting the batteries
in a position as high as possible |
natural or mechanical
ventilation |
securing the batteries
to vibration reducing mounting brackets |
|
C |
Spaces containing
batteries require good ventilation because __________. |
less electrolyte
is required to maintain the batteries' charge |
ventilation avoids
CO2 build up |
ventilation avoids
flammable gas accumulation |
ventilation supplies
extra oxygen for charging the battery |
|
C |
The primary reason
for placing covers over storage batteries is to __________. |
prevent the accumulation
of explosive gases |
prevent movement
of the battery in rough waters |
protect against
accidental shorting across terminals |
protect the hull
from leaking electrolyte |
|
A |
When flammable
liquids are handled in a compartment on a vessel, the ventilation for that
area should be __________. |
operated continuously
while vapors may be present |
available on standby
for immediate use |
operated intermittently
to remove vapors |
shut down if an
explosive mixture is present |
|
B |
It is necessary
to secure the forced ventilation to a compartment where there is a fire
to __________. |
allow the exhaust
fans to remove smoke |
prevent additional
oxygen from reaching the fire |
protect fire fighting
personnel from smoke |
extinguish the
fire by carbon monoxide smothering |
|
D |
In battery charging
rooms, exhaust ventilation should be provided __________. |
near the batteries |
at the lowest
point |
only when charging
is in progress |
at the highest
point |
|
D |
Fighting a fire
in the galley poses the additional threat of __________. |
spreading through
the engineering space |
contaminating
food with extinguishing agent |
loss of stability |
a grease fire
in the ventilation system |
|
A |
The ventilation
system of your ship has fire dampers restrained by fusible links. Which
statement is TRUE? |
Fusible links
must be replaced if a damper is activated. |
Fusible links
are tested by applying a source of heat to them. |
Fusible links
must be replaced at every inspection for certification. |
A fusible link
will automatically open after a fire is extinguished and reset the damper. |
|
C |
Automatic fire
dampers in ventilation systems are operated by use of __________. |
remotely operated
valves |
heat or smoke
detectors |
fusible links |
CO2 system pressure
switches |
|
D |
Fusible-link fire
dampers are operated by __________. |
a break-glass
and pull-cable system |
electrical controls
on the bridge |
a mechanical arm
outside the vent duct |
the heat of a
fire melting the link |
|
C |
Automatic fire
dampers in ventilation systems are operated by use of a __________. |
remote operated
valve |
CO2 system pressure
switch |
fusible link |
heat or smoke
detector |
|
C |
Fire dampers prevent
the spread of fire by __________. |
radiation |
conduction |
convection |
direct contact |
|
A |
Blocking open
or removing fire dampers can cause __________. |
the fire to spread
through the ventilation system |
fixed foam systems
to be ineffective |
the accumulation
of explosive gases |
faster cooling
of the fire |
|
B |
The best method
of extinguishing a class A fire is to __________. |
smother fire with
foam |
cool fuel below
ignition temperature |
remove oxygen
from the area |
smother with CO2 |
|
B |
The main advantage
of a steady stream of water on a class "A" fire is that it __________. |
washes the fire
away |
breaks up and
cools the fire |
protects the firefighting
crew |
removes the oxygen |
|
A |
A fire in a pile
of canvas is classified as class __________. |
A |
B |
C |
D |
|
A |
A fire in a pile
of dunnage would be classified as class __________. |
A |
B |
C |
D |
|
A |
A fire in trash
and paper waste is classified as class __________. |
A |
B |
C |
D |
|
A |
Burning wood is
which class of fire? |
A |
B |
C |
D |
|
A |
A fire in a pile
of linen is a class __________. |
A |
B |
C |
D |
|
C |
What would be
the most effective agent to use to extinguish a fire in drums of flammable
liquids stowed on the weather deck of a vessel? |
Steam |
Water fog |
Foam |
Carbon dioxide |
|
D |
Which extinguishing
agent is suitable to combat a class B fire in an engine compartment? |
Dry chemical |
Foam |
Carbon dioxide |
All of the above. |
|
C |
When choosing
extinguishers to fight a Class "B" fire do NOT use __________. |
dry chemical |
foam (stored-pressure
type) |
water (cartridge-operated) |
carbon dioxide |
|
D |
A large oil fire
on the deck of a ship can be fought most effectively with __________. |
Water (cartridge-operated) |
high-velocity
fog |
dry chemical |
foam |
|
C |
On a class "B"
fire, which portable fire extinguisher would be the LEAST desirable? |
Carbon dioxide |
Dry chemical |
Water (stored
pressure) |
Foam |
|
B |
A class B fire
is most successfully fought by __________. |
using the extinguishing
agent to absorb the heat |
preventing oxygen
from reaching the burning material |
cooling the burning
material below its ignition temperature |
using the extinguishing
agent to make the burning material fire-resistant |
|
B |
The class of fire
on which a blanketing effect is essential is class __________. |
A |
B |
C |
D |
|
B |
An oil fire is
classified as class __________. |
A |
B |
C |
D |
|
B |
A galley grease
fire would be classified as which class of fire? |
A |
B |
C |
D |
|
A |
If ignited, which
material would be a class B fire? |
Diesel Oil |
Wood |
Paper |
Magnesium |
|
C |
Which of the following
classifications does an oil fire belong to? |
D |
C |
B |
A |
|
B |
Foam is effective
in combating which class(es) of fire? |
A |
B |
C |
D |
|
A |
A fire in electrical
equipment should be extinguished by using __________. |
CO2 |
low-velocity fog |
salt water |
foam |
|
B |
Which types of
portable fire extinguishers are designed for use on electrical fires? |
Dry chemical and
soda-acid |
Dry chemical and
carbon dioxide |
Carbon dioxide
and foam (stored pressure) |
Foam (stored pressure)
and soda-acid |
|
A |
Fire extinguishing
agents used on Class C fires must be __________. |
nonconducting |
nontoxic |
water based |
able to absorb
heat |
|
C |
What is the most
important characteristic of the extinguishing agent in fighting a class
"C" fire? |
Weight |
Cost |
Electrical nonconductivity |
Temperature |
|
C |
Which extinguishing
agent is the best for use on electrical fires? |
Dry chemical |
Water fog |
CO2 |
Foam |
|
B |
Which types of
portable fire extinguishers are designed for putting out electrical fires? |
Foam and water
(stored pressure) |
Dry chemical and
carbon dioxide |
Foam and carbon
dioxide |
Foam and dry chemical |
|
C |
Any extinguishing
agent used on a Class "C" fire must have which important property? |
Cooling ability |
Penetrating power |
Nonconductivity |
Leaves no residue |
|
C |
Fires of which
class would most likely occur in the engine room of a vessel? |
Classes A and
D |
Classes C and
D |
Classes B and
C |
Classes A and
B |
|
C |
A fire starts
in a switchboard due to a short circuit. This is which class of fire? |
A |
B |
C |
D |
|
C |
A fire in a transformer
terminal would be classified as class __________. |
A |
B |
C |
D |
|
C |
Fires which occur
in energized electrical equipment, such as switchboard insulation, are class
__________. |
A |
B |
C |
D |
|
C |
A fire in the
radio transmitter would be of what class? |
A |
B |
C |
D |
|
D |
A class C fire
would be burning __________. |
fuel oil |
wood |
celluloid |
electrical insulation |
|
D |
What is the primary
hazard, other than fire damage, associated with a class C fire? |
Flashover |
Explosion |
Possibility of
reflash |
Electrocution
or shock |
|
C |
Which type of
portable fire extinguisher is best suited for putting out a Class D fire? |
CO2 |
Foam |
Dry powder |
Dry chemical |
|
B |
Which extinguishing
agent is best for use on a magnesium fire? |
Water |
Sand |
Dry chemical |
CO2 |
|
D |
If a powdered
aluminum fire is being fought, the correct extinguishing agent would be
__________. |
steam |
CO2 |
water fog |
dry powder |
|
D |
An aluminum powder
fire is classified as class __________. |
A |
B |
C |
D |
|
D |
A magnesium fire
is classified as class __________. |
A |
B |
C |
D |
|
D |
Fires in combustible
metals, such as sodium or magnesium, are classified as class __________. |
A |
B |
C |
D |
|
D |
Fires are grouped
into what categories? |
Type 1, 2, 3,
and 4 |
Combustible solids,
liquids, and gases |
Flammable solids,
liquids, and gases |
Class A, B, C,
and D |
|
D |
You are testing
a tank that contained gasoline by using a combustible gas indicator. Under
testing, the tank sample caused the needle to move rapidly to 100 on the
dial then fall to zero. What is the concentration of flammable gas? |
Within the flammable
range |
The explosimeter
is defective and giving a false reading. |
Less than the
flammable range |
Over the flammable
range |
|
D |
A combustible
gas indicator meter is calibrated to read the percentage of __________. |
vapor to oxygen |
the autoignition
concentration |
the flammable
limit concentration |
the lower explosive
limit concentration |
|
D |
Combustible gas
indicators measure the presence of combustible gas as a percentage of the
__________. |
flash point |
fire point |
upper explosive
limit |
lower explosive
limit |
|
C |
When using the
combustible gas indicator, a special filter for filtering the incoming sample
must be used if the atmosphere being tested contains vapors of __________. |
chlorine |
CO2 |
leaded gasoline |
sour crude |
|
B |
A pumproom is
suspected of accumulating gases after a ventilation machinery breakdown.
Where should the combustible gas indicator case be placed when testing the
pumproom atmosphere for combustible gases? |
In the lower level
of the pumproom |
On the deck outside
the pumproom |
In the middle
level of the pumproom |
In the upper level
of the pumproom |
|
B |
Which instrument
is suitable for determining the presence of explosive concentrations of
fuel oil vapors in tanks? |
A liquid cargo
meter |
A combustible
gas indicator |
A flame safety
lamp |
All of the above. |
|
A |
What is the best
instrument for establishing a safe working area before welding in a confined
space? |
A combination
combustible gas and oxygen indicator |
A combustible
gas indicator |
A flame safety
lamp |
An oxygen indicator |
|
B |
An oxygen indicator
can be used to determine if there is __________. |
combustible gases
present |
sufficient oxygen
in a compartment to support life |
hydrogen gas present |
All of the above. |
|
B |
The oxygen indicator
is an instrument that measures the __________. |
concentration
of CO2 as a percentage of oxygen in a confined space |
amount of oxygen
in the atmosphere of a confined space |
amount of combustible
gas as a percentage of the lower explosive limit in a confined space |
None of the above |
|
B |
What could result
in an incorrect oxygen concentration reading on the oxygen indicator? |
Exposure to carbon
dioxide for no more than 1 minute |
Exposure to carbon
dioxide for more than 10 minutes |
Exposure to a
very low concentration of sulfur dioxide for no more than 2 minutes |
None of the above |
|
D |
Which statement
is TRUE concerning the oxygen indicator? |
The instrument
can detect hydrogen gas. |
Only one level
of the tested space need be sampled by the instrument. |
Exposure to flue
gas has no effect on the instrument. |
Prolonged exposure
to CO2 can result in false readings. |
|
D |
What can be used
to measure the percentage of oxygen inside a chain locker? |
H2S meter |
Flame safety lamp |
Combustible gas
indicator |
Oxygen indicator |
|
D |
Deficient oxygen
content inside a chain locker can be detected with __________. |
litmus paper |
an oxygen breathing
apparatus |
a combustible
gas indicator |
an oxygen indicator |
|
D |
Ambient air, which
you normally breathe, contains what percent of oxygen? |
6 (%) |
10 (%) |
15 (%) |
21 (%) |
|
D |
After each reading
of an oxygen indicator, the instrument should be purged with __________. |
the tested compartment's
air |
water |
CO2 |
fresh air |
|
C |
When using the
oxygen indicator, which reaction from the needle should you expect as a
sample is drawn into the instrument? |
Rise to the correct
reading and then, slowly fall to zero as the oxygen in the sample is consumed |
Slowly rise to
the correct reading and then remain stationary |
Move back and
forth and finally stabilize at the correct reading after about 10 seconds |
Rise to the correct
reading immediately and then rise slowly to a false reading as the operating
temperature increases |
|
C |
You are using
an oxygen indicator. How long should you wait after the sample is drawn
into the instrument before reading the meter? |
No wait is necessary,
the reading occurs immediately. |
At least 20 seconds |
At least 10 seconds |
At least 5 seconds |
|
C |
If the meter needle
of the oxygen indicator cannot be set to zero, what should be done? |
Adjust the final
reading by the amount the needle is displaced from zero. |
Check the sampling
tube for blockage. |
Replace the batteries. |
Replace the platinum
filament. |
|
D |
What is used to
test a tank for oxygen content? |
Vapor indicator |
Atmosphere analyzer
kit |
Combustible gas
indicator |
None of the above |
|
D |
Combustible gas
indicators operate by drawing an air sample into the instrument __________. |
where its specific
gravity is measured |
where it is mixed
with nitrogen |
where it is ignited
by a sparking device |
over an electrically
heated platinum filament |
|
D |
Before entering
the chain locker, you should __________. |
have someone standing
by |
de-energize the
windlass |
make sure there
is sufficient air within the locker |
All of the above. |
|
B |
What can cause
a lack of oxygen in a chain locker? |
Absorption |
Oxidation |
Osmosis |
Evaporation |
|
C |
Deficient oxygen
content inside a chain locker can be detected with __________. |
litmus paper |
oxygen breathing
apparatus |
oxygen indicator |
combustible gas
indicator |
|
A |
Which fire detection
system is actuated by sensing a heat rise in a compartment? |
Automatic fire
detection system |
Watchman's supervisory
system |
Smoke detection
system |
Manual fire detection
system |
|
D |
Fire alarm system
thermostats are actuated by __________. |
pressure loss
due to air being heated |
an electric eye
which actuates when smoke interferes with the beam |
smoke sensors |
the difference
in thermal expansion of two dissimilar metals |
|
A |
Some spaces protected
by fixed carbon dioxide systems are required to have audible alarms that
begin sounding prior to the discharge of CO2. This time delay must be at
least __________. |
20 seconds |
40 seconds |
one minute |
two minutes |
|
D |
The danger associated
with using carbon dioxide in an enclosed space is __________. |
an explosive reaction |
frostbite |
skin burns |
asphyxiation |
|
D |
There are two
disadvantages to CO2 as a firefighting agent. One of these is the limited
quantity available, and the other is __________. |
that it cannot
be used in a dead ship situation with no electrical power to the CO2 pump |
there is no effect
on a class A fire even in an enclosed space |
that it breaks
down under extreme heat to form poisonous gases |
the lack of cooling
effect on heated materials |
|
B |
The CO2 flooding
system is actuated by a sequence of steps which are __________. |
open stop valve,
open control valve, trip alarm |
break glass, pull
valve, break glass, pull cylinder control |
open bypass valve,
break glass, pull handle |
sound evacuation
alarm, pull handle |
|
A |
Which danger exists
to people when CO2 is discharged into a small enclosed space? |
Respiratory arrest |
Frostbite |
Electric shock |
Damaged eardrums |
|
B |
Which statement
concerning carbon dioxide is FALSE? |
It cannot be smelled. |
It is safe to
use near personnel in a confined space. |
It displaces the
oxygen in the air. |
It cannot be seen. |
|
B |
While you are
working in a space, the fixed CO2 system is accidentally activated. You
should __________. |
make sure all
doors and vents are secured |
retreat to fresh
air and ventilate the compartment before returning |
continue with
your work as there is nothing you can do to stop the flow of CO2 |
secure the applicators
to preserve the charge in the cylinders |
|
B |
Large volumes
of carbon dioxide are safe and effective for fighting fires in enclosed
spaces, such as in a pumproom, provided that the __________. |
persons in the
space wear gas masks |
ventilation system
is secured and all persons leave the space |
ventilation system
is kept operating |
persons in the
space wear damp cloths over their mouths and nostrils |
|
D |
The safety discs
on carbon dioxide cylinders are set to release at 2,700 psi. Under normal
circumstances this pressure will be reached at a temperature of __________. |
70°F |
100°F |
125°F |
135°F |
|
C |
CO2 cylinders
equipped with pressure actuated discharge heads will discharge automatically
when __________. |
the control box
glass is broken |
the control cylinders
have been completely discharged |
pressure from
the control cylinders is detected |
the discharge
valve is open |
|
C |
Spaces protected
by a fixed CO2 system must be equipped with an alarm which sounds __________. |
if all doors and
ventilation are not secured |
for the first
20 seconds CO2 is being released into the space |
for at least 20
seconds prior to release of CO2 |
during the entire
period that CO2 is being released |
|
A |
A safety outlet
is provided on the CO2 discharge piping to prevent __________. |
over pressurization
of the CO2 discharge piping |
rupture of cylinder
due to temperature increase |
flooding of a
space where personnel are present |
over pressurization
of the space being flooded |
|
D |
Before using a
fixed CO2 system to fight an engine room fire, you must __________. |
secure the engine
room ventilation |
evacuate all engine
room personnel |
secure the machinery
in the engine room |
All of the above. |
|
C |
The gross weight
of a fully charged CO2 bottle in a fixed CO2 system is 220 lbs. When the
bottle is empty it weighs 120 lbs. What is the minimum acceptable gross
weight of the CO2 bottle before it should be recharged by the manufacturer? |
200 lbs |
205 lbs |
210 lbs |
220 lbs |
|
C |
The gross weight
of a fully charged CO2 cylinder is 80 lbs. When the bottle is empty it weighs
60 lbs. What is the minimum acceptable gross weight of the CO2 bottle before
it should be recharged by the manufacturer? |
55 lbs |
68 lbs |
78 lbs |
82 lbs |
|
A |
Fixed CO2 systems
would not be used on crew's quarters or __________. |
spaces open to
the atmosphere |
the paint locker |
the engine room |
cargo holds |
|
C |
CO2 cylinders
forming part of a fixed fire extinguishing system must be pressure tested
at least every __________. |
2 years |
6 years |
12 years |
year |
|
C |
Fixed carbon dioxide
extinguishing systems, for machinery spaces that are normally manned, are
actuated by one control to open the stop valve in the line leading to the
space, and __________. |
three separate
controls to release the CO2 |
the same control
releasing the CO2 |
a separate control
to release the CO2 |
two separate controls
to release the CO2 |
|
B |
In a fixed carbon
dioxide extinguishing system for a machinery space, designed WITH a stop
valve in the line leading to the protected space, the flow of CO2 is established
by actuating __________. |
one control |
two controls |
three controls |
none of the above |
|
D |
Which of the following
statements is true concerning the control activators, i.e., pull-handles,
push-buttons or levers, for a space protected by a CO2 fixed fire extinguishing
system? |
Two control activators
are required when a stop valve is installed in the main discharge line to
a space. |
An alarm must
sound for at least 20 seconds before CO2 is released into a space that is
likely to be occupied. |
Only one control
activator is required for discharge piping systems designed without a stop
valve. |
All of the above. |
|
B |
A fixed carbon
dioxide extinguishing system for a machinery space, designed WITHOUT a stop
valve in the line leading to the protected space, is actuated by __________. |
two controls |
one control |
three controls |
none of the above |
|
A |
The carbon dioxide
cylinders of a fixed fire extinguishing system may be located inside the
protected space, if the quantity of CO2 required to protect that space is
not more than __________. |
300 pounds |
400 pounds |
500 pounds |
600 pounds |
|
A |
In a fixed CO2
fire extinguishing system where pressure from pilot cylinders is used to
release the CO2 from the main bank of cylinders, the number of required
pilot cylinders shall be at least __________. |
2 |
3 |
4 |
6 |
|
B |
When pilot cylinder
pressure is used as a means to release the CO2 from a fixed fire extinguishing
system consisting of four storage cylinders, the number of pilot cylinders
shall be at least __________. |
1 |
2 |
3 |
4 |
|
B |
In a fixed CO2
extinguishing system where provision is made for the release of CO2 by operation
of a remote control, provision shall also be made for releasing the CO2
__________. |
from the cargo
control station |
at the cylinder
location |
from inside the
engine room |
from the bridge |
|
A |
Which of the following
statements is FALSE, concerning the regulations pertaining to the cylinder
room of a fixed CO2 fire extinguishing system? |
The door must
be kept unlocked. |
The compartment
shall be clearly marked and identifiable. |
The compartment
must be properly ventilated. |
The temperature
of the room should never exceed 130°F. |
|
B |
A crew member
reports that the high-pressure alarm light of a low-pressure CO2 fixed fire
extinguishing system is illuminated. The most probable cause of this condition
would be that __________. |
the pilot cylinder
discharge valve is leaking |
the tank cooling
system has malfunctioned |
an excessive amount
of insulation has been installed on the tank and piping |
an air leak has
developed in the tank |
|
C |
What would be
a major consequence of the refrigeration system for a low-pressure CO2 fixed
fire extinguishing system remaining inoperable? |
Excessive condensation
inside the tank would freeze, causing a restriction in the discharge piping. |
The warmed charge
of CO2 would not be effective in extinguishing a fire. |
The entire charge
might eventually be lost due to CO2 venting out through the relief valve. |
Liquid CO2 would
vent out through the safety valve as the temperature increases. |
|
D |
When a ship's
low-pressure CO2 fixed fire extinguishing system is activated from a remote
location, what determines the quantity of CO2 being released into a selected
space? |
The number of
discharge nozzles in the space determines the quantity released. |
The discharge
will continue until the temperature of the space returns to its normal ambient
temperature. |
The main CO2 tank
is partitioned into sections that are individually designated for each of
the protected spaces. |
A pneumatic timer
controls each discharge selector valve, and is preset for each space. |
|
B |
The normal designed
CO2 storage tank temperature and pressure associated with a ship's low-pressure
CO2 fixed fire extinguishing system is approximately __________. |
70°F at 150 PSI |
0°F at 300 PSI |
70°F at 500 PSI |
0°F at 50 PSI |
|
B |
Actuating the
CO2 fixed system causes the shutdown of the __________. |
exhaust ventilation |
supply and exhaust
ventilation |
mechanical and
natural ventilation |
fuel supply |
|
C |
The space containing
carbon dioxide cylinders shall be properly ventilated and designed to prevent
an ambient temperature in excess of __________. |
75°F |
100°F |
130°F |
165°F |
|
D |
As an extinguishing
agent, foam __________. |
extinguishes by
cooling oil fires below ignition temperature |
is most effective
on burning gases which are flowing |
should be directed
at the base of the fire |
conducts electricity |
|
D |
Which statement
is TRUE concerning the application of foam on an oil fire? |
It cools the surface
of the liquid. |
It should be used
at the same time a solid stream of water is being applied. |
It gives protection
to fire fighting personnel against the heat of the fire. |
It forms a smothering
blanket on the surface of the oil. |
|
C |
Portable foam
fire-extinguishers are designed for use on class __________. |
A and class C
fires |
B and class C
fires |
A and class B
fires |
A, class B, and
class C fires |
|
C |
A portable foam
(stored-pressure type) fire extinguisher would be most useful in combating
a fire in __________. |
the bridge controls |
combustible metals |
oil drums |
generators |
|
B |
Foam extinguishes
a fire mainly by __________. |
chemical action |
smothering |
cooling |
inerting the air |
|
D |
How does foam
extinguish an oil fire? |
By increasing
the weight of the oil |
By removing the
fuel source from the fire |
By cooling the
oil below the ignition temperature |
By excluding the
oxygen from the fire |
|
C |
Why should foam
be banked off a bulkhead when extinguishing an oil fire? |
To coat the surrounding
bulkheads with foam in case the fire spreads |
To cool the bulkhead
closest to the fire |
To prevent agitation
of the oil and spreading the fire |
To prevent any
oil on the bulkheads from igniting |
|
A |
Firefighting foam
is only effective when the foam __________. |
completely covers
the top of the burning liquid |
is kept saturated
with low-velocity water fog |
mixes with the
burning fuel oil |
penetrates to
the bottom of the fire |
|
B |
Foam extinguishes
a fire by __________. |
chemical combination
with burning material |
smothering the
burning material |
absorbing the
burning material |
organic destruction
of the burning material |
|
D |
Which statement
about firefighting foam is TRUE? |
To be most effective,
foam should be directed at the base of the fire. |
Foam can ONLY
be used to extinguish class A fires. |
Foam is most effective
on burning liquids which are flowing. |
Foam conducts
electricity. |
|
D |
Which statement
is TRUE about fire fighting foam? |
Foam can be used
to control gases escaping from compressed gas cylinders. |
The effectiveness
of foam in forming a blanket over a burning liquid increases as the temperature
of the liquid increases. |
The air bubbles
in foam act as an insulator in fighting a class C fire. |
Foam sets up a
vapor barrier over a flammable liquid preventing flammable gases from rising. |
|
C |
The BEST method
of applying foam to a fire is to __________. |
spray directly
on the base of the fire |
sweep the fire
with the foam |
flow the foam
down a nearby vertical surface |
spray directly
on the surface of the fire |
|
D |
A foam-type portable
fire extinguisher would be most useful in combating a fire in __________. |
combustible metallic
solids |
solid materials
such as wood or bales of fiber |
a piece of electrical
equipment |
flammable liquids |
|
A |
Portable-foam
fire extinguishers are designed for use on what classes of fires? |
A and B |
B and C |
A and C |
A, B, and C |
|
C |
Regular foam can
be used on all but which flammable liquid? |
Motor gasoline |
Jet fuel |
Alcohol |
Crude petroleum |
|
C |
Which type of
fire is the foam (stored-pressure type) fire extinguisher effective on? |
Classes A &
C |
Classes B &
C |
Classes A &
B |
All of the above. |
|
C |
In the production
of chemical foam by a continuous-type generator __________. |
the maximum water
pressure to be used is 50 psi |
each pound of
foam powder produces about 800 gallons of chemical foam |
the speed of foam
production is slower at lower water temperatures |
fresh water only
should be used |
|
A |
When water pressure
of 100 psi is used in conjunction with an inline proportioner for the production
of the mechanical foam, a 5-gallon can of liquid foam will last __________. |
1-1/2 minutes |
15 minutes |
5 minutes |
2-1/2 minutes |
|
A |
Production of
mechanical foam by a portable in-line foam proportioner __________. |
gives the nozzleman
more freedom of movement, since it can be placed anywhere in the hose line |
increases the
rate of foam production |
increases the
size of foam bubbles formed |
improves the extinguishing
properties of foam |
|
B |
Compared to the
amount of concentrated foam liquid used, the amount of low expansion mechanical
foam produced is __________. |
2 times greater |
10 times greater |
97 times greater |
94 times greater |
|
A |
One gallon of
low expansion foam solution will produce about __________. |
10 gallons of
foam |
25 gallons of
foam |
100 gallons of
foam |
500 gallons of
foam |
|
D |
One gallon of
high expansion foam solution will produce __________. |
8 to 10 gallons
of foam |
25 to 50 gallons
of foam |
100 to 200 gallons
of foam |
500 to 1000 gallons
of foam |
|
C |
Your tankship
has 40 gallons of 6% foam concentrate aboard. Approximately how much foam
solution can be produced from this supply? |
200 gallons |
420 gallons |
667 gallons |
986 gallons |
|
A |
When compared
to low-expansion foam, a high-expansion foam will __________. |
be lighter |
be more heat resistant |
not cling to vertical
surfaces |
be wetter |
|
B |
When compared
to a high-expansion foam, a low-expansion foam will __________. |
be lighter |
be more heat resistant |
cling to vertical
surfaces |
be dryer |
|
A |
When compared
to low-expansion foam, a high-expansion foam will __________. |
be drier |
not cling to vertical
surfaces |
be heavier |
be more heat resistant |
|
B |
Extra chemicals
for producing chemical foam should be stored __________. |
in open bins |
in a cool dry
place |
in a freezer |
at a temperature
not less than 80°F |
|
B |
Foam is a very
effective smothering agent and __________. |
can be used to
combat combustible metal fires |
it provides cooling
as a secondary effect |
works well on
extinguishing electrical fires |
All of the above. |
|
D |
One of the limitations
of foam as an extinguishing agent is that foam __________. |
is heavier than
oil and sinks below its surface |
is corrosive and
a hazard to fire fighters |
cannot be made
with salt water |
conducts electricity |
|
A |
Dry chemical extinguishers
extinguish class B fires to the greatest extent by __________. |
breaking the chain
reaction |
cooling |
smothering |
oxygen dilution |
|
A |
How do you operate
a portable CO2 fire extinguisher? |
Pull pin, squeeze
grip. |
Break the rupture
disc. |
Point the horn
down. |
Turn cylinder
upside-down. |
|
C |
Semi-portable
extinguishers used on inspected vessels are sizes __________. |
II, III, and IV |
I, II, and III |
III, IV, and V |
IV and V |
|
C |
A type B-III CO2
extinguisher has a rated capacity of __________. |
15 lbs |
25 lbs |
35 lbs |
45 lbs |
|
D |
When dry chemical
extinguishers are used to put out class B fires, there is a danger of reflash
because dry chemical_________. |
dissipates quickly |
is not an effective
agent on Class B fires |
is rapidly absorbed
by the liquid |
does little or
no cooling |
|
D |
Dry chemical fire
extinguishers are effective on which type(s) of fire? |
Electrical |
Burning oil |
Paint |
All of the above. |
|
C |
When used to fight
fire, carbon dioxide __________. |
is lighter than
air |
is harmless to
cargo and crew |
is effective if
used promptly on an oil fire |
has a greater
cooling effect than water |
|
A |
After using a
CO2 portable extinguisher, it should be __________. |
recharged |
retagged |
hydrostatically
tested |
put back in service
if some CO2 remains |
|
D |
An "ABC" dry chemical
fire extinguisher would be LEAST effective against a fire in __________. |
spilled liquids
such as oil or paint |
high voltage electrical
gear |
a trash can |
a mattress |
|
C |
Which statement
is TRUE concerning carbon dioxide? |
It is lighter
than air. |
It is used mostly
on class A fires. |
It is an inert
gas. |
All of the above. |
|
B |
Which action is
routinely performed at the annual servicing and inspection of a dry-chemical
cartridge-operated portable fire extinguisher? |
Pressure test
the discharge hose. |
Inspecty and weigh
the cartridge. |
Test the pressure
gauge for correct reading. |
Replace the dry
chemical. |
|
D |
Which statement
is TRUE concerning carbon dioxide? |
It is non-conductive. |
It is heavier
than air. |
It is used on
class B and C fires. |
All of the above. |
|
A |
A squeeze-grip
type carbon dioxide portable fire extinguisher has been partially discharged.
It should be __________. |
labeled empty
and recharged as soon as possible |
replaced in its
proper location if weight loss is no more than 15% |
replaced in its
proper location if weight loss is no more than 25% |
replaced in its
proper location regardless of weight |
|
D |
Which statement
concerning the application of dry chemical powder is FALSE? |
When possible,
the fire should be attacked from windward. |
Directing the
stream into burning flammable liquid may cause splashing. |
The stream should
be directed at the base of the fire. |
At temperatures
of less than 32°F, the extinguisher must be recharged more often. |
|
C |
CO2 mainly extinguishes
a fire by which of the following? |
chemical action |
cooling |
smothering |
All of the above. |
|
A |
When must a dry
chemical fire extinguisher be recharged? |
After each use |
When the air temperature
exceeds 90°F |
Every 6 months |
Every 12 months |
|
C |
What is NOT a
characteristic of carbon dioxide fire-extinguishing agents? |
Effective on electrical
equipment |
Non-corrosive |
Effective even
if ventilation is not shut down |
Will not deteriorate
in storage |
|
A |
Which advantage
does dry chemical have over carbon dioxide (CO2) in firefighting? |
More protective
against re-flash |
Compatible with
all foam agents |
Cleaner |
All of the above. |
|
A |
In addition to
weighing the cartridge, which other maintenance is required for a cartridge-operated
dry chemical extinguisher? |
Check the hose
and nozzle for clogs. |
Discharge a small
amount to see that it works. |
Check the external
pressure gage. |
Weigh the powder
in the canister. |
|
C |
Which extinguishing
agent is most likely to allow reflash as a result of not cooling the fuel
below its ignition temperature? |
Foam |
Water spray |
CO2 |
Water stream |
|
B |
What is an advantage
of a dry chemical extinguisher as compared to a carbon dioxide extinguisher? |
It is nontoxic. |
It offers lasting,
effective protection against burn-back. |
It has a greater
duration. |
It provides a
heat shield for the operator. |
|
C |
Which portable
fire extinguisher should be used on a class C fire on board a vessel? |
Foam |
Water (stored
pressure) |
Carbon dioxide |
Carbon tetrachloride |
|
A |
The most effective
extinguishing action of dry chemical is __________. |
breaking the chain
reaction |
shielding of radiant
heat |
smothering |
the CO2 that is
formed by heat |
|
D |
When discharging
a portable CO2 fire extinguisher, you should NOT hold the horn of the extinguisher
because the horn __________. |
could come off
in your hands |
becomes extremely
hot |
is placed directly
in the flames |
becomes extremely
cold |
|
C |
In order to discharge
a CO2 portable fire extinguisher,
the operator must FIRST __________. |
open the discharge
valve |
invert the CO2
extinguisher |
remove the locking
pin |
squeeze the two
trigger handles together |
|
C |
Which statement(s)
is(are) TRUE concerning the use of dry chemical extinguishers? |
You should direct
the spray directly into the fire. |
You should direct
the spray at a vertical bulkhead and allow it to flow over the fire. |
You should direct
the spray at the base of the fire. |
All of the above. |
|
B |
When fighting
a fire on a bulkhead using a portable carbon dioxide extinguisher, the stream
should be directed at the __________. |
center of the
flaming area, moving the horn vertically from top to bottom |
base of the flames,
moving the horn from side to side, following the flames upward as they diminish |
top of the flaming
area, moving the horn from side to side, following the flames downward as
they diminish |
bottom of the
flaming area, moving the horn vertically to the top following the flames
upward as they diminish |
|
D |
You are fighting
a class "B" fire with a portable dry chemical extinguisher. The discharge
should be directed __________. |
to bank off a
bulkhead onto the fire |
over the top of
the fire |
at the main body
of the fire |
at the seat of
the fire, starting at the near edge |
|
A |
As compared to
carbon dioxide, dry chemical has which advantage? |
Greater range |
More cooling effect |
Effective on metal
fires |
Cleaner |
|
D |
Carbon dioxide
as a fire fighting agent has which advantage over other agents? |
It is safer for
personnel. |
It is cheaper. |
It is most effective
on a per unit basis. |
It causes minimal
damage. |
|
D |
The extinguishing
agent most likely to allow reignition of a fire is __________. |
foam |
water stream |
water fog |
carbon dioxide |
|
B |
Which statement
describes the primary process by which fires are extinguished by dry chemical? |
The stream of
dry chemical powder cools the fire. |
The dry chemical
powder attacks the fuel and oxygen chain reaction. |
The powder forms
a solid coating over the surface. |
The dry chemical
smothers the fire. |
|
C |
An advantage of
an ABC dry chemical over a carbon dioxide extinguisher is __________. |
lack of toxicity |
burn-back protection |
the multipurpose
extinguishing ability |
cooling ability |
|
A |
Why is carbon
dioxide (CO2) better than dry chemical for fighting a class "C" fire? |
The dry chemical
leaves a residue. |
It takes smaller
amounts of CO2 to cover the same area. |
CO2 will not dissipate
in air. |
The dry chemical
is a conductor. |
|
C |
CO2 cylinders
must be recharged when the weight of the charge in the cylinder is less
than what percent of the stamped full weight of the charge? |
80 (%) |
85 (%) |
90 (%) |
95 (%) |
|
B |
When electrical
equipment is involved in a fire, the stream of dry chemicals should be __________. |
used to shield
against electrical shock |
aimed at the source
of the flames |
shot off a flat
surface onto the flames |
fogged above the
equipment |
|
B |
Which portable
fire extinguisher is normally recharged in a shore facility? |
Water (pump tank) |
Carbon dioxide |
Dry chemical (cartridge-operated) |
Water (cartridge-operated) |
|
D |
You are fighting
a class "B" fire with a portable dry chemical extinguisher. The discharge
should be directed __________. |
to bank off a
bulkhead onto the fire |
at the main body
of the fire |
over the top of
the fire |
at the seat of
the fire, starting at the near edge |
|
A |
An advantage of
a dry chemical over a carbon dioxide fire extinguisher is its __________. |
greater range |
cleanliness |
cooling ability |
All of the above. |
|
B |
In continuous
operation, the effective range of the 15 pound CO2 extinguisher is limited
to __________. |
2 to 4 feet |
3 to 8 feet |
9 to 12 feet |
10 to 15 feet |
|
B |
One disadvantage
of using regular dry chemical (sodium bicarbonate) in firefighting is that
__________. |
it is ineffective
in fighting fires in high-voltage electrical equipment |
fire has been
known to flash back over the surface of an oil fire |
it can break down
under high heat and emit noxious fumes |
it will decompose
under prolonged storage and lose its effectiveness |
|
A |
To operate a portable
CO2 extinguisher continuously in the discharge mode __________. |
slip the "D yoke"
ring in the lower handle over the upper handle |
reinsert the locking
pin |
open the discharge
valve |
invert the CO2
extinguisher |
|
D |
Dry chemical extinguishers
may be used on what class of fires? |
B and C only |
A only |
B only |
A, B or C as marked
on the extinguisher |
|
B |
Weight is considered
during the periodic required inspection and servicing of __________. |
water (stored
pressure) fire extinguishers |
CO2 (carbon dioxide)
fire extinguishers |
foam fire extinguishers |
All of the above. |
|
C |
Recharging a previously
used cartridge-operated dry-chemical extinguisher is accomplished by __________. |
recharging the
cartridge and refilling it with powder |
authorized fire
equipment servicing personnel only |
replacing the
propellant cartridge and refilling with powder |
puncturing the
cartridge seal after installation |
|
C |
In weighing CO2
cylinders, they must be recharged if weight loss exceeds __________. |
20% of weight
of charge |
10% of weight
of full bottle |
10% of weight
of charge |
15% of weight
of full bottle |
|
D |
A portable dry
chemical fire extinguisher discharges by __________. |
gravity when the
extinguisher is turned upside down |
pressure from
the reaction when water is mixed with the chemical |
air pressure from
the hand pump attached to the extinguisher |
pressure from
a small CO2 cartridge on the extinguisher |
|
A |
You are having
a Coast Guard inspection. All carbon dioxide fire extinguishers aboard will
be __________. |
weighed |
checked for pressure
loss |
sent ashore to
an approved service facility |
discharged and
recharged |
|
A |
A stored-pressure
water extinguisher is most effective against fires of class __________. |
A |
B |
C |
D |
|
C |
Which extinguishing
agent is most effective on a mattress fire? |
Foam |
Dry Chemical |
Water |
CO2 |
|
B |
Which type of
portable fire extinguishers is NOT designed for use on flammable liquid
fires? |
Dry chemical |
Water (cartridge-operated) |
Foam |
Carbon dioxide |
|
C |
The extinguishing
agent most effective for combating wood fires is __________. |
dry chemical |
foam |
water |
carbon dioxide |
|
D |
Which type of
portable fire extinguishers is NOT designed for use on flammable liquid
fires? |
Dry chemical |
Foam (stored-pressure) |
Carbon dioxide |
Water (cartridge-operated) |
|
C |
The most effective
fire extinguishing agent to use on burning linen is __________. |
dry chemical |
carbon dioxide |
water |
foam |
|
A |
On a bulk chemical
carrier, water should NOT be used as an extinguishing agent to fight a fire
if the water may come into contact with which chemical? |
oleum |
vinyl toluene |
benzene |
acrylic acid |
|
A |
The primary method
by which water spray puts out fires is by __________. |
cooling the fire
below the ignition temperature |
removing the oxygen |
removing combustible
material |
diluting combustible
vapors |
|
D |
A definite advantage
of using water as a fire extinguishing agent is its characteristic of __________. |
alternate expansion
and contraction as water in a liquid state becomes a vapor |
absorption of
smoke and gases as water is converted from a liquid to a vapor |
rapid contraction
as water is converted from a liquid to a vapor |
rapid expansion
as water absorbs heat and changes to steam |
|
D |
Which extinguishing
agent will absorb the most heat? |
CO2 |
Dry chemical |
Foam |
Water |
|
D |
The most effective
cooling agent among those normally used to fight fires is __________. |
chemical foam |
carbon dioxide |
mechanical foam |
water fog or spray |
|
B |
An extinguishing
agent which effectively cools, dilutes combustible vapors, removes oxygen,
and provides a heat and smoke screen is __________. |
Halon 1301 |
water fog |
carbon dioxide |
dry chemical |
|
C |
Which extinguishing
agent will cool down a heated bulkhead in the least amount of time? |
Dry chemical |
Steam |
Water fog or spray |
Water stream |
|
D |
Which fire-fighting
agent is most effective at removing heat? |
Foam |
Dry chemical |
Carbon dioxide |
Water spray |
|
D |
What are the most
important reasons for using water fog to fight fires? |
Smothers burning
surfaces, organically destroys fuel |
Allows fire to
be attacked from leeward, saturates liquid surfaces |
Reaches areas
not protected by steam or CO2 smothering systems |
Cools fire and
adjacent surfaces, provides protective barrier |
|
A |
When using a high-velocity
fog stream in a passageway, the possibility of a blow back must be guarded
against. Blow back is most likely to occur when __________. |
the only opening
in a passageway is the one from which the nozzle is being advanced |
pressure builds
up in the nozzle which causes a surge of water |
a bulkhead collapses
due to heat and pressure |
pressure in the
fire hose drops below 100 psi |
|
D |
What is an advantage
of water fog or water spray over a straight stream of water in fighting
an oil fire? |
It has a smothering
effect on the fire. |
It gives more
protection to fire fighting personnel. |
It requires less
water to remove the same amount of heat. |
All of the above. |
|
C |
Water fog from
an all-purpose nozzle may be used to __________. |
fight a magnesium
fire |
fight an electrical
fire |
eliminate smoke
from a compartment |
All of the above. |
|
A |
What is the BEST
conductor of electricity? |
Salt water |
Fresh water |
Carbon dioxide |
Distilled water |
|
B |
The primary function(s)
of an automatic sprinkler system is(are) to __________. |
protect people
in the areas which have sprinkler heads |
limit the spread
of fire and control the amount of heat produced |
alert the crew
to the fire |
extinguish the
fire which triggers it |
|
B |
A spanner is a
__________. |
cross connection
line between two main fire lines |
special wrench
for the couplings in a fire hose line |
tackle rigged
to support a fire hose |
None of the above |
|
D |
As seen in illustration
D004SA below, what action must be taken before inserting a low-velocity
fog applicator into an all-purpose nozzle? |
move the handle
to position 2 |
install the high-velocity
nozzle tip |
move the handle
to position 1 |
remove the high-velocity
nozzle tip |
|
A |
Fire hose should
be washed with __________. |
mild soap and
fresh water |
caustic soap |
salt water and
a wire brush |
a holystone |
|
A |
To lubricate the
swivel or remove corrosion from a fire hose coupling, you should use __________. |
fresh water and
soap |
glycerine |
kerosene |
graphite |
|
D |
What should be
used to remove corrosion from the swivel on the female coupling of a fire
hose? |
Talc and fine
sandpaper |
Bearing grease
and a wire brush |
Fish oil and a
soft brush |
Fresh water, soap,
and a stiff brush |
|
A |
A double male
coupling is one that __________. |
has outside threads
on both ends |
takes two men
to operate |
has left hand
twist |
has inside threads
on both ends |
|
C |
Which statement
about stowing spare hose is TRUE? |
Fold the hose
into lengths about 6 feet long and then lash the folds together. |
Roll the hose
starting at the male end. |
Fold the hose
so that the male coupling is about 4 feet from the female coupling, then
roll it up. |
Roll the hose
starting at the female end. |
|
C |
Why is spare fire
hose rolled for storage? |
Rolling provides
maximum protection to the outer covering of the hose. |
Rolling provides
maximum protection against entry of foreign objects into the couplings. |
The threads on
the male end are protected by the hose. |
Water in the hose
is forced out the end in the rolling process. |
|
C |
The canvas covering
of fire hose is called the __________. |
line cover |
outer hose |
jacket |
casing |
|
D |
When joining the
female coupling of the fire hose to the male outlet of the hydrant, you
should make sure that the __________. |
threads are lubricated |
hose is led out |
nozzle is attached
to the hose |
female coupling
has a gasket |
|
A |
To remedy a leaking
fire hose connection at the hydrant, secure the valve and __________. |
replace the gasket
in the female coupling |
replace the gasket
in the male coupling |
rethread the male
coupling |
reduce fire pump
pressure |
|
C |
No outlet on a
fire hydrant may point above the horizontal in order to __________. |
prevent spray
on electrical equipment |
make connecting
easier |
avoid kinking
the hose |
avoid personal
injury during connection |
|
C |
The outlet at
a fire hydrant may be positioned anywhere from horizontal to pointing __________. |
45° upward |
vertically upward |
vertically downward |
All of the above. |
|
C |
Fire hose couplings
__________. |
should be greased
frequently |
should be painted
red in order to identify hose lengths |
are made of bronze,
brass, or soft alloy metals |
are specially
hardened to prevent crushing |
|
B |
What is the minimum
number of people required to safely handle a 1-1/2 inch fire hose? |
1 |
2 |
3 |
4 |
|
A |
Which of the following
statements is FALSE concerning the proper procedure in handling a fire hose? |
The fire hose
should be partially charged before deploying it from the fire station. |
Back-up hosemen
should be positioned wherever the hose makes a significant turn. |
A 1½ inch hose
should be deployed with a minimum of a nozzleman and hoseman. |
The nozzleman
should always hold the nozzle with one hand on top, to prevent kickback. |
|
A |
Which of the following
statements is FALSE concerning the proper procedure in handling a fire hose? |
Use of a spanner
wrench when attaching nozzles or additional lengths of hose is always critical. |
A 1½ inch hose
should be deployed with a minimum of a nozzleman and hoseman. |
Back-up hosemen
should be placed wherever the hose makes a significant turn. |
The nozzleman
should always hold the nozzle with one hand on top, to prevent kickback. |
|
C |
What is the minimum
number of people required to safely handle a 2-1/2 inch fire hose? |
4 |
2 |
3 |
1 |
|
C |
A fire hose has
a __________. |
male coupling
at both ends |
female coupling
at both ends |
male coupling
at the nozzle end and a female coupling at the hydrant end |
female coupling
at the nozzle end and a male coupling at the hydrant end |
|
C |
A fire hose with
a nozzle attached must be connected to each hydrant except when exposed
to heavy weather or when the __________. |
fire pumps are
used for purposes other than supplying water to the fire main |
fire-main system
is not charged |
fire hose might
be damaged by cargo operations |
vessel is in port |
|
B |
The danger of
a charged hose left unattended on deck with the nozzle open is __________. |
the hose could
burst |
the nozzle end
will whip about causing damage or injury |
personnel might
trip over the hose |
water damage to
vessel's cargo or structure |
|
D |
What is the most
vulnerable part of the fire main system? |
Exposed hard piping |
The hydrant valve |
The fire pump |
The fire hose |
|
C |
What does the
term "head" mean when applied to a fire pump? |
Height of the
discharge pipe |
Length of the
discharge pipe |
Difference between
the discharge and suction pressures |
Sum of discharge
and suction pressures |
|
B |
Under normal firefighting
conditions, approximately how far could a straight stream of water reach
when the hose pressure is 100 PSI? |
50 feet |
100 feet |
150 feet |
200 feet |
|
B |
Approximately
how far could a straight stream of water reach if the fire hose pressure
is reduced to 60 PSI? |
100 feet |
50 feet |
200 feet |
150 feet |
|
B |
The difference
in water spray pattern between the high-velocity tip and low-velocity applicator
used with the all-purpose nozzle is due to __________. |
the length of
the applicator |
the method of
breaking up the water stream |
a difference in
water pressure |
All of the above. |
|
B |
High-velocity
fog __________. |
is a finer, more
diffuse water spray than low-velocity fog |
extinguishes a
fire by absorbing heat and reducing the supply of oxygen |
produces an effective
fog pattern no more than 6 feet beyond the nozzle |
requires that
the water pressure be no greater than 60 psi |
|
A |
The spray of water
in low-velocity fog will have __________. |
lesser range than
high-velocity fog |
greater range
than high-velocity fog |
greater range
than a solid stream |
about the same
range as high-velocity fog |
|
D |
You are operating
a fire hose with an applicator attached. If you put the handle of the nozzle
in the vertical position you will __________. |
produce a straight
stream |
produce high-velocity
fog |
shut off the water |
produce low-velocity
fog |
|
D |
If a firefighting
situation calls for low-velocity fog you would __________. |
put the lever
on an all-purpose fire nozzle all the way back |
order the engine
room to reduce pressure on the fire pump |
put the lever
on an all-purpose fire nozzle all the way forward |
attach a low-velocity
fog applicator with the nozzle shut down |
|
C |
The 12-foot low-velocity
fog applicator __________. |
has a screw thread
end which connects to the all-purpose nozzle |
can be used in
conjunction with both 1-1/2 inch and 2-1/2 inch all-purpose nozzles |
has a 90° bend
at its discharge end |
has a spray pattern
12 feet in diameter |
|
C |
To get low-velocity
fog from an all-purpose nozzle, you would __________. |
attach an applicator
to the solid stream outlet on the nozzle |
simply move the
handle to the vertical position on the nozzle |
attach an applicator
to the nozzle in place of the bronze nozzle tip |
attach the bronze
nozzle tip to the fog outlet of the nozzle |
|
C |
The all-purpose
nozzle will produce a fog spray when you __________. |
pull the nozzle
handle all the way back toward the operator |
push the nozzle
handle forward as far as it will go |
pull the nozzle
handle back to a position where the handle is perpendicular to the plane
of the nozzle |
insert a fog applicator
between the fire hose and nozzle |
|
B |
With an approved
combination nozzle, low-velocity fog is produced by __________. |
putting the handle
of the nozzle in the forward position |
inserting an applicator
in the nozzle |
directing a straight
stream of water against the ship's structure |
the combination
nozzle only when the water pressure exceeds 125 psi |
|
A |
One advantage
of the "all-purpose nozzle" is that it __________. |
converts a stream
of water into a fog |
increases the
amount of water reaching the fire |
can fit any size
hose |
can spray two
streams of water at the same time |
|
A |
On the all-purpose
nozzle, the position of the valve when the handle is all the way forward
is __________. |
shut |
solid stream |
spray |
fog |
|
B |
When the handle
of an all-purpose nozzle is in the forward position, the nozzle will __________. |
produce high-velocity
fog |
shut off the water |
produce a straight
stream |
produce low-velocity
fog |
|
A |
When the handle
of an all-purpose nozzle is in the vertical position and without an applicator,
the all-purpose nozzle will __________. |
produce high-velocity
fog |
shut off the water |
produce low-velocity
fog |
produce a straight
stream |
|
B |
When the handle
of an all-purpose nozzle is pulled all the way back, it will __________. |
produce low-velocity
fog |
produce a straight
stream |
produce high-velocity
fog |
shut off the water |
|
D |
A combination
or all-purpose nozzle produces __________. |
a solid stream
only |
low-velocity fog
only |
a solid stream
and foam |
a solid stream
and fog |
|
A |
The high-velocity
fog tip used with the all-purpose fire fighting nozzle should always be
__________. |
attached by a
chain |
stored in the
clip at each fire station |
painted red for
identity as emergency equipment |
coated with heavy
grease to prevent corrosion |
|
C |
The spray of water
produced by using the high-velocity fog position on an all-purpose nozzle
will have __________. |
about the same
range as low-velocity fog |
greater range
than a solid stream |
greater range
than low-velocity fog |
lesser range than
low-velocity fog |
|
B |
The straight stream
capability of an all-purpose nozzle is used in fighting a class A fire to
__________. |
drive heat and
smoke ahead of the fire fighters |
break up burning
material |
get the most water
possible on the fire |
shield fire fighters
from radiant heat |
|
A |
The international
shore connection __________. |
allows hook up
of fire fighting water from shore facilities |
allows emergency
use of the fire main for deballasting |
permits discharge
of waste oil to shore facilities |
satisfies pollution
prevention requirements |
|
A |
In illustration
D039SA below, what two fire control plan symbols designate the directional
means of escape? |
61 and 62 |
61and 19 |
62 and 63 |
63 and 69 |
|
D |
You are part of
a search team and have been told that the wiper was last sighted next to
the fire pump (s) in the lower engine room. Utilizing illustration D038SA
below, what is the exact location of the fire pump(s)? |
Auxiliary machinery
space, starboard side, frame 104 |
Machinery space,
starboard side, frame 123 |
Machinery space,
port side, frame 127 |
Machinery space,
port side, frame 131 |
|
B |
Which fire control
plan symbol in illustration D039SA below represents the agent or device
best suited for extinguishing a class "A" fire? |
36 |
56 |
26 |
47 |
|
C |
Your vessel has
suffered a casualty and is in danger of sinking. The Master orders abandon
ship but a crew member is missing. You have located the crew member but
she is trapped in the Steward's Office. Using the Fire Control Plans in
illustration D036SA below, where is the nearest fire axe to gain entry? |
Halon Room |
CO2 Room |
Portside, Frame
132 |
Starboard side,
frame 132 |
|
D |
In what location
MUST a duplicate fire control plan be located? |
Crew Mess |
Engine Room |
Chief Mate's Office |
Gangway |
|
B |
You are on the
second deck in the main machinery space. Utilizing illustration D037SA below
what emergency equipment, if any, is located at frame 107? |
Smoke detector
and bell alarm |
Fire main valve
and 1 1/2" fire hose |
CO2 fire extinguisher
and 1 1/2" fire hose |
None of the above |
|
B |
In the view of
the bridge deck on the fire control plan shown in illustration D035SA below,
what is represented by the symbol on the aft bulkhead, port side of the
wheelhouse? |
Water Tight Door(s)
Switch |
Fire Alarm Panel |
Copy of Fire Control
Plan |
Emergency Lighting
Board |
|
A |
You are being
directed to a fire in the lower engine room, portside, frame 127. Utilizing
illustration D038SA below, what machinery is found in that exact location? |
Bilge pump(s) |
Emergency fire
pumps |
Generator |
Lube Oil Purifier |
|
A |
You must evacuate
crewmembers from a space filling with smoke. In illustration D039SA below
what fire control plan symbol designates the primary means of escape? |
61 |
62 |
63 |
69 |
|
A |
In illustration
D036SA below, what does the solid arrow in the Crew Mess represent on the
Fire Control Plans? |
primary means
of escape |
path of forced
ventilation |
search and rescue
route |
nearest door |
|
B |
In illustration
D039SA below, which fire control plan symbol(s) represents the agent or
device best suited for extinguishing a class "B" fire? |
47 |
16 and 36 |
16 and 47 |
26 |
|
C |
In illustration
D035SA below, viewing the bridge level of your vessel's fire control plan,
what do the two symbols within the machinery casing represent? |
CO2 and Halon
remote pull stations |
CO2 and Halon
bottle room |
CO2 and Halon
protected spaces |
CO2 and Halon
bell alarms |
|
A |
You are on the
second deck of the engine room between frames 92 thru105 and the space is
filling up with smoke. Utilizing illustration D037SA below, where is the
primary means of escape from that area is via a ladder well? |
portside ladderwell,
frame 106 |
starboard side
ladderwell, frame 119 |
portside ladderwell,
frame 93 |
Either A or B |
|
D |
In illustration
D039SA below, which fire control plan symbol represents the agent or device
best suited for extinguishing a class "C" fire? |
56 |
36 |
47 |
26 |
|
A |
In illustration
D039SA below the location of a spare set of fire control plans on board
the vessel is designated by what approved symbol? |
1 |
30 |
37 |
69 |
|
A |
As seen in illustration
D035SA below, when the remote push button located in the wheelhouse, starboard
side, frame 122, is actuated, what is the result? |
Ventilation ducts
are secured |
Engine room water
tight doors are secured |
CO2 or Halon extinguishing
systems will be energized |
The general alarm
will sound the fire and emergency signal |
|
D |
A vessel's fire
control plan shall do which of the following? |
be written in
Spanish and English. |
be posted in every
space crewmembers eat and socialize. |
provide a snapshot
of the area of every crew member's stateroom in their stateroom. |
have a duplicate
set of plans permanently stored outside the deck house. |
|
B |
There is an out
of control fire on the Auxiliary Machinery Flat. Utilizing illustration
D037SA below, what fixed extinguishing system in that space would be the
best means to extinguish the fire? |
H2O |
Halon |
CO2 |
Drenching |
|
C |
Utilizing illustration
D038SA below of the fire control plan of the lower engine room, what does
the arrow between frames 135 and 140 represent? |
Secondary means
of escape |
Missing person
search pattern |
Primary means
of escape |
Direction of fire
main |
|
C |
Utilizing illustration
D038SA below a view of a vessel fire control plan, how many spaces are protected
by a fixed CO2 extinguishing system? |
4 |
3 |
2 |
1 |
|
D |
Utilizing illustration
D035SA below, the Master has ordered you to pull the remote ventilation
shut down, where is it found? |
Port side fan
room, frame 138 |
Starboard side
exterior, frame 132 |
Port side of the
wheelhouse, frame 122 |
Starboard side
of the wheelhouse, frame 122 |
|
B |
In illustration
D039SA below, which Fire Control Plan symbol(s) represent part of the vessel's
ventilation system? |
18 |
69 |
34 |
All of the above. |
|
B |
In illustration
D039SA below, which fire control plan symbol designates a space or compartment
protected by Halon 1301? |
10 |
11 |
12 |
44 |
|
D |
In illustration
D039SA below, the halon room with the main battery of Halon 1301 bottles
is designated by which symbol on the fire control plans? |
44 |
43 |
11 |
10 |
|
B |
A vessel's fire
control plan shall be __________. |
given to each
crewmember in booklet form. |
permanently posted
for the guidance of ship's officers. |
posted every 150
feet along the most continuous deck on the vessel. |
translated into
three languages: English, French and Spanish. |
|
B |
Using the vessel
fire control plan in illustration D036SA below, what emergency equipment
is located in the scullery? |
Gaylord system
release valve |
Heat Detector |
Fire alarm pull
box |
Fixed water extinguishing
system |
|
B |
In illustration
D039SA below, what is the fire control plan symbol represented by number
(7)? |
CO2 horn |
space protected
by CO2 |
release station
for CO2 |
CO2 alarm |
|
B |
In illustration
D039SA below, what is the fire control plan symbol represented by number
(16)? |
foam monitor (gun) |
space protected
by foam |
foam nozzle |
foam station |
|
D |
In illustration
D039SA below, what is the fire control plan symbol represented by number
(56)? |
water monitor
(gun) |
space protected
by water |
sprinkler head |
water fog applicator |
|
C |
In addition to
the official language of the flag state, the Fire Control Plan must also
be translated into English or __________. |
German |
Japanese |
French |
Spanish |
|
C |
You are part of
a team to overhaul a fire that was just extinguished in the crew lounge.
Using the fire control plan in illustration D036SA below, where is the nearest
fire axe to break apart the furniture? |
Midships, frame
123 |
Starboard side,
frame 123 |
Starboard side,
frame 132 |
Port side, frame
132 |
|
B |
In illustration
D039SA below, what is the fire control plan symbol represented by number
(39)? |
water |
sprinkler |
foam |
none of the above |
|
C |
In illustration
D039SA below, what is the fire control plan symbol represented by number
(64)? |
infrared gas detector |
dry chemical installation |
inert gas installation |
inertial gauge |
|
A |
In illustration
D039SA below, what is the fire control plan symbol represented by number
(30)? |
fire station |
foam station |
fuel shutoff |
none of the above |
|
B |
You must evacuate
crewmembers from a space filling with smoke. The primary means of escape
is blocked by the fire. What fire control plan symbol, in illustration D039SA
below, designates the secondary means of escape? |
19 |
62 |
61 |
63 |
|
A |
On the fire control
plans, in illustration D039SA below, the CO2 bottle room is designated by
which symbol? |
42 |
9 |
8 |
7 |
|
C |
On fire control
plans, in illustration D039SA, the dry chemical releasing station is designated
by which symbol? |
42 |
47 |
48 |
50 |
|
D |
On international
voyages, tank ships of 500 gross tons or more, are required to have facilities
to enable a connection on each side of the ship for which piece of equipment
represented in illustration D039SA below? |
51 |
19 |
54 |
53 |
|
D |
Symbol number
(51) in illustration D039SA below is found all throughout the ship. What
fire control equipment does this symbol represent? |
Sprinkler valves |
Foam valves |
Bilge pump valves |
Fire main with
fire valves |
|
D |
In illustration
D039SA below, a complete recharge for a self-contained breathing apparatus
can be found in what location designated by this symbol on the ship's fire
control plan? |
30 |
59 |
60 |
58 |
|
C |
As seen in illustration
D039SA below, a locker with additional breathing apparatuses can be found
in what location designated by this symbol on the ship's fire control plan? |
30 |
58 |
59 |
60 |
|
B |
As seen in illustration
D039SA below a locker with additional protective clothing can be found in
what location designated by this symbol on the ship's fire control plan? |
30 |
58 |
59 |
60 |
|
D |
In illustration
D039SA below, what is the fire control plan symbol represented by number
(67)? |
inert gas installation |
gas detector |
emergency switchboard |
emergency generator |
|
C |
In illustration
D039SA below, what is the fire control plan symbol represented by number
(37)? |
high expansion
foam supply trunk |
a fire station |
a fire alarm panel |
diving operations |
|
C |
On the vessel's
fire control plan, as seen in illustration D039SA below, which symbol helps
to control the spread of fire? |
33 |
34 |
32 |
68 |
|
A |
On the vessel's
fire control plan, as seen in illustration D039SA below, which symbol represents
a fire damper? |
32 |
33 |
34 |
53 |
|
B |
Which fire control
plan symbol, in illustration D039SA below, represents a dry chemical delivery
method for small scale fires? |
48 |
47 |
16 |
26 |
|
B |
As seen in illustration
D039SA below a complete set of spare batteries for a fireman's outfit can
be found in what location designated by this symbol on the ship's fire control
plan? |
30 |
58 |
59 |
68 |
|
B |
In illustration
D039SA below, which Fire Control Plan symbol represents an international
shore connection? |
54 |
53 |
49 |
51 |
|
A |
In illustration
D039SA below, which Fire Control Plan symbol represents a push button for
a fire alarm? |
2 |
5 |
6 |
24 |
|
D |
Which piece(s)
of equipment represented by the Fire Control Plan symbols in illustration
D039SA below, can be found on the exterior of the vessel? |
55 |
53 |
1 |
All of the above. |
|
A |
In illustration
D039SA below, which Fire Control Plan symbol represents a fire alarm panel? |
37 |
58 |
30 |
68 |
|
D |
In illustration
D039SA below, which Fire Control Plan symbol represents a space protected
by foam? |
13 |
15 |
17 |
16 |
|
D |
In illustration
D039SA below, which Fire Control Plan symbol represents a fire pump? |
19 |
21 |
22 |
54 |
|
C |
In illustration
D039SA below, which Fire Control Plan symbol represents a heat detector? |
18 |
31 |
49 |
63 |
|
A |
In illustration
D039SA below, which Fire Control Plan symbol represents an emergency fire
pump? |
19 |
21 |
22 |
54 |
|
B |
In illustration
D039SA below, which Fire Control Plan symbol represents a fire station? |
1 |
30 |
51 |
58 |
|
B |
In illustration
D039SA below, which Fire Control Plan symbol represents the direction of
primary means of escape? |
58 |
61 |
62 |
63 |
|
C |
In illustration
D039SA below, which Fire Control Plan symbol represents an emergency generator? |
20 |
32 |
67 |
68 |
|
D |
In illustration
D039SA below, which Fire Control Plan symbol does NOT contain personal protective
equipment? |
58 |
59 |
60 |
30 |
|
B |
In illustration
D039SA below, which Fire Control Plan symbol represents a bilge pump? |
22 |
21 |
19 |
54 |
|
A |
In illustration
D039SA below, which Fire Control Plan symbol represents the best means to
extinguish a Class Alpha fire? |
23 |
16 |
12 |
7 |
|
D |
In illustration
D039SA below, which Fire Control Plan symbol represents the best means to
extinguish a LARGE Class Bravo fire? |
44 |
39 |
36 |
14 |
|
C |
In illustration
D039SA below, which Fire Control Plan symbol represents a fire main with
fire valves? |
17 |
34 |
51 |
56 |
|
A |
In illustration
D039SA below, which Fire Control Plan symbol represents equipment NOT to
be found immediately outside the engine room? |
12 |
24 |
43 |
57 |
|
B |
In illustration
D039SA below, which Fire Control Plan symbol represents equipment that is
MOST likely to be found in the ship's galley? |
31 |
49 |
55 |
68 |
|
A |
In illustration
D039SA below, which Fire Control Plan symbol represents a NON-portable extinguisher? |
14 |
25 |
57 |
36 |
|
B |
In illustration
D039SA below, which Fire Control Plan symbol is not part of the ship's foam
system? |
50 |
3 |
65 |
16 |
|
C |
In illustration
D039SA below, which Fire Control Plan symbol signifies equipment you would
use if your fire pump(s) failed? |
54 |
22 |
19 |
21 |
|
A |
The vessel's fire
control plan is laid out on which of the following type of plan? |
General arrangement |
Lines |
Midship section |
Subdivision |
|
B |
Which type of
plan is used to outline the vessel's fire fighting arrangement within the
fire control plan? |
Inboard profile |
General arrangement |
Subdivision and
stability |
Partial |
|
C |
Besides general
arrangement plans, what other mediums may be utilized to provide fire control
details to officers during fire and emergencies? |
Blueprint |
Microfilm |
Booklet Form |
None of the above |
|
B |
Which organization
reviews and approves a vessel's fire control plan? |
Maritime Administration |
U.S. Coast Guard |
International
Maritime Organization |
Vessel's classification
society |
|
C |
The symbols for
fire control plans are approved by which organization? |
National Fire
Protection Agency |
U.S. Coast Guard |
International
Maritime Organization |
International
Association of Classification Societies |
|
C |
Which of the following
is NOT identified on the vessel's fire control plan? |
Fire control plan |
Dry chemical monitor |
Fire and emergency
signals |
Gas detector |
|
D |
Which of the following
is NOT identified on the vessel's fire control plan? |
Secondary means
of escape |
Bilge pumps |
Fire main system |
Muster lists |
|
A |
Which of the following
is NOT required to be part of a vessel's Fire Control Plan? |
Ventilation fan
capacity |
Ventilation fan
control |
Ventilation dampers |
Ventilation fan
location |
|
D |
On the vessel's
Fire Control Plan, all parts of the fire main are listed EXCEPT? |
Fire pump capacity |
Fire pump(s) location |
Fire station locations |
Diameter of fire
main |
|
D |
The Fire Control
Plan must contain detailed information on which of the following systems? |
Ship construction |
Ventilation |
Fixed fire suppression |
All of the above. |
|
B |
On the vessel's
Fire Control Plan, all parts of a fixed fire suppression system are listed
EXCEPT? |
Extinguishing
agent cylinder location |
Instructions for
activation of system |
Spaces protected
by the system |
Remote cylinder
release(s) |
|
A |
Which of the following
is not required to be included on Fire Control Plans? |
Communication
plan |
Secondary means
of escape |
Smoke detectors |
All watertight
doors |
|
D |
What is the purpose
of a fire control plan aboard passenger ships? |
show passengers
where to evacuate in event of fire |
guidance for the
officer-in-charge in the event of fire |
facilitate shore-side
fire fighters in fighting fire aboard the vessel |
All of the above. |
