Test for seamans about Fire-fighting (Advanced)

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1

After a fire in an enclosed space seems to be extinguished, why does ventilation have to be started with fire-fighting equipment at the ready? Select the ONE best answer:

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The air introduced can re-kindle the fire.
2

After an Engine Room fire is extinguished, what indicators is there that the space is safe to open? Select the ONE correct answer:

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Reducing temperature of surrounding bulkheads.
3

After an Engine Room fire is extinguished, why should care be taken when ventilating the space? Select the TWO correct answers:

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Hot metal objects may re-ignite fumes.; All of the extinguishing agent would be removed.
4

Carbon dioxide will smother a fire. Which ONE of the following will it NOT do? Select the ONE correct answer:

Correct answer:

Remove heat from a fire.

Your Answer:

Smother an electrical fire.
5

How are fire-fighters protected from electrical shock? Select the ONE best answer:

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By always making sure that supplies are isolated.
6

How can communications from a fire on-scene commander (OSC) cause fire-fighting plan to be changed? Select the ONE correct answer:

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The communication can show that the original plan is not working.
7

How can the Master protect crew from smoke and gas associated with a fire? Select the ONE correct answer:

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Turn a vessel so the smoke blows away from it.
8

How does an effective drill prepare a fire-fighter who will directly fight a fire? Select the ONE correct answer:

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The person will get used to wearing a fireman’s outfit and BA set.
9

How is a fire on the deck of an oil or chemical carrier extinguished? Select the ONE best answer:

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Using the fixed extinguishing system.
10

How should a fire plan deal with flammable hydrocarbons stored on board? Select the TWO best answers:

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Remove them from the location of a fire.; Apply boundary cooling to cylinders or tanks sides.
11

If a fire takes hold in the Engine Room, what is the best action to take? Select the ONE best answer:

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Start the emergency fire pump and generator.
12

In a fire situation, why is it important to have the UN number for dangerous goods? Select the ONE best answer:

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It allows the emergency response procedures to be determined from the IMDG Code.
13

In a fire-fighting situation, which of the following are the responsibilities of the on-scene commander? Select the THREE correct answers:

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To carry out the fire-fighting activities that meet the fire-fighting strategy or plan.; Reporting back to the person in charge of fire-fighting.; Making sure that the fire-fighting is effective.
14

In an Engine Room, why is it sometimes difficult to fight a fire manually? Select the ONE best answer:

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Parts are often difficult to access.
15

Is rescuing trapped crew an initial or subsequent tactic in a fire situation? Select the ONE correct answer:

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Subsequent – the initial tactic is to find out if people are missing.

Your Answer:

Initial – safety of life is paramount.
16

Is the following statement True or False? Capsizing is possible when fire-fighting:

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True.
17

Is the following statement True or False? When a whistle alarm sounds on a BA set, it is a sign to the wearer to leave the space:

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False.
18

On a vessel in port, who may take charge of the fire-fighting organisation? Select the ONE best answer:

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A local Fire Chief under the command of the Master.
19

On a vessel, why is it essential to have effective organisation to fight a fire? Select the TWO best answers:

Correct answer:

Organisation is needed for the best outcome.; Organisation is needed to keep the crew calm.

Your Answer:

Organisation is needed for the best outcome.; Organisation is a requirement of the oil majors.
20

What action should be taken to protect fire-fighters? Select the ONE correct answer:

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They should only be send to fight a fire if risk assessment allows it.
21

What are “fire-fighting process hazards”? Select the ONE correct answer:

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Hazards introduced because of a fire-fighting operation.
22

What does OPA-90 say about the requirements of a “qualified individual”? Select the ONE best answer:

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They should be contactable and represent an oil facility.
23

What influences the amount of air used by the wearer of a BA set? Select as many answers that you think are correct:

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The amount of work done.; The level of training.; Personal fitness.
24

What is important about allocating roles on a Muster List? Select the ONE best answer:

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Crew are allocated roles that are appropriate to their strengths, weaknesses and physical health.
25

What is the characteristics of an economiser fire? Select the ONE correct answer:

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Very high temperature.
26

What is the expression that describes hazards created by fire-fighting activity? Select the ONE correct answer:

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Process hazards.
27

What is the main purpose of the person in overall command in a fire-fighting response organisation? Select the ONE best answer:

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To direct the operations and make decisions.
28

What is the process hazard associated with a fire previously contained within a compartment? Select the ONE correct answer:

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A fire ball created from super-heated gases.
29

What makes for an effective fire drill? Select the ONE best answer:

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It should be as real as possible.
30

What must the fire-fighters consider before attacking a fire in a cabin? Select the THREE correct answers:

Correct answer:

A flashover when the cabin door is opened.; Large amounts of smoke.; Mains electricity.

Your Answer:

A flashover when the cabin door is opened.; Mains electricity.; Burning fuel oil.
31

What part of a vessel’s management is tested by having regular and effective fire drills? Select the ONE best answer:

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They test a vessel’s fire-fighting organisation.
32

What precaution should be taken before carbon dioxide is released into a space? Select the ONE correct answer:

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Check that the space has been evacuated.
33

What should a fire drill contain to be as real as possible? Select the ONE best answer:

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A realistic place, using crew and equipment that would be used.
34

When a fire breaks out on a vessel, which ONE of the following would be first to be informed? Select the ONE best answer:

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Emergency services or search and rescue.
35

Which ONE of the following is NOT part of a shipboard organisation that is tested during an effective fire drill? Select the ONE best answer:

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The pressure in the BA sets.
36

Which answer best completes the following statement? For firefighting communications to be effective, they should be …

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… concise, spoken slowly and short.
37

Which answer correctly completes the following statement? A plan that is made to fight a fire should …

Correct answer:

… prioritise the safety of crew and fire-fighters.

Your Answer:

… focus on a direct approach to attacking the fire.
38

Which answer correctly completes the following statement? Water is useful to fight fire…

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… but it cannot be used on all burning materials.
39

Which of the following are characteristics of an accommodation fire? Select the ONE best answer:

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Often Class A, often behind a door and start small.
40

Which of the following is a dangerous characteristic of an Engine Room fire? Select the ONE best answer:

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When oil is involved, it can rapidly escalate.
41

Why are communications so important during a fire-fighting operation? Select the ONE answer that does NOT apply:

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It is a requirement in the procedures.
42

Why are some stored goods dangerous if there is a fire on board? Select the ONE best answer:

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They can be very dangerous if they catch fire.
43

Why does fire-fighting an “under deck” fire with fire hoses produce a capsize risk? Select the ONE best answer:

Your answer is correct:

A large volume of water can be added to a vessel.
44

Why is foam not very good at putting out a fire in a water soluble product? Select the ONE best answer:

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The foam is broken down when water is absorbed.
45

Why is it dangerous to open a door on a fire previously contained within a space? Select the ONE correct answer:

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Air can cause a flashover fireball.
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Why is using a fire hose on an “on deck” fire better for a vessel’s stability? Select the ONE best answer:

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Water is able to drain overboard more easily.
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Why should a vessel’s ventilation system not be used to remove smoke and hot gases? Select the ONE best answer:

Your answer is correct:

Hot gases may cause a fire in some other location.
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