How can communications from a fire on-scene commander (OSC) cause a fire-fighting plan to be changed? Select the ONE correct answer:
The plan is seen to be working correctly.
The original plan will include things that in reality are not necessary.
The OSC will direct a change to be made to it.
The communication can show that the original plan is not working.
How does an effective drill prepare a fire-fighter who will directly fight a fire? Select the ONE correct answer:
The person becomes aware of the importance of communications.
It lets them see the benefits of a fixed fire-fighting installation.
The person will get used to wearing a fireman’s outfit and BA set.
It does not, because the person will become concerned after wearing the kit.
In a fire situation, why is it important to have the UN number for dangerous goods? Select the ONE best answer:
It is a cross reference to a United Nations database of dangerous goods being transported.
It allows the emergency response procedures to be determined from the IMDG Code.
It allows fire-fighting procedures to be used that limit oil and air pollution.
It identifies the fire-fighting procedures to prevent further damage to the dangerous goods, for insurance purposes.
Is rescuing trapped crew an initial or subsequent tactic in a fire situation? Select the ONE correct answer:
Subsequent – the initial tactic is to find out if people are missing.
Initial – in a fire situation, there are always people missing.
Neither – rescuing trapped crew does not count as a tactic.
Initial – safety of life is paramount.
On a vessel in port, who may take charge of the fire-fighting organisation? Select the ONE best answer:
A Port State inspector.
A local Fire Chief under the command of the Master.
It will always be the vessel Master.
A company safety representative.
What does OPA-90 say about the requirements of a “qualified individual”? Select the ONE best answer:
It does not matter who the person is long as they are responsible.
They should be contactable and represent an oil facility.
It should be the vessel Master.
They should be an “experienced individual”.
What is important about allocating roles on a Muster List? Select the ONE best answer:
To ensure that inspectors and surveyors can see there is a level of organisation on board.
All officers and crew are assigned any role in an emergency.
Crew are allocated roles that are appropriate to their strengths, weaknesses and physical health.
Duties must be based upon the officer or crewmember’s department.
What is the main purpose of the person in overall command in a fire-fighting response organisation? Select the ONE best answer:
To direct the operations and make decisions.
To be the liaison person to organisations ashore.
To be answerable to an insurance company.
To be the point of contact for the media.
What makes for an effective fire drill? Select the ONE best answer:
It should always involve the office staff.
It should always be in the Engine Room.
It should last over an hour.
It should be as real as possible.
What part of a vessel’s management is tested by having regular and effective fire drills? Select the ONE best answer:
They confirm that fire pumps deliver the requirement throughput.
They ensure that the fire-fighting equipment is in the right place. However, it should never be used.
They test a vessel’s fire-fighting organisation.
They confirm that the vessel’s fire alarms work.
What should a fire drill contain to be as real as possible? Select the ONE best answer:
A realistic place, using crew and equipment that would be used.
A realistic place always, using two crew in SCBA sets.
One that has a few of the crew involved so that it is not too big.
Any easily accessible space, so that it is less risky to those taking part.
Which answer best completes the following statement? For fire-fighting communications to be effective, they should be…
Concise, short and spoken as quickly as possible.
Passed every minute to maintain contact.
Concise, spoken slowly and short.
Reduced to only passing essential information.
Which answer correctly completes the following statement? A plan that is made to fight a fire should…
Exclude the duty watch-keepers and those sleeping.
Focus on a direct approach to attacking the fire.
Immediately involve shore organisations.
Prioritise the safety of crew and fire-fighters.
Which answer correctly completes the following statement? Water is useful to fight fire…
And will extinguish any burning material.
But it cannot be used on all burning materials.
Only when there is a class “A”, carbonaceous fire.
But not in polar areas where it will freeze.
Why is foam not very good at putting out a fire in a water soluble product? Select the ONE best answer:
The product will float on the foam.
Foam has no cooling properties at all.
A water soluble product is a gas.
The foam is broken down when water is absorbed.
Why should a vessel’s ventilation system not be used to remove smoke and hot gases? Select the ONE best answer:
The ducting will become contaminated with smoke.
It can cause structural damage if air inlets are closed and space is under vacuum.
Hot gases may cause a fire in some other location.
Fans cannot cope with smoke or might be damaged.
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