FIRE FIGHTING ( ADVANCE )

It is important that messages to smoke drivers are made :

+ Short and precise
Which of the following should be installed in area with a high risk of the fire ?
+ A fixed extinguishing installation
Who bares the overall responsibility for a fire fighting operation onboard a vessel until help arrives ?
+ The master
Which of the following should not be when cooling down a fire ?
+ Opening the ventilation
What is the first thing that should be done upon detecting a fire ?
+ Notify the bridge
In the event of a fire involving dangerous goods onboard , where can you find information on the chemical
reactions taking place ?
+ On its data card
Which extinguishing agent must you absolutely not use in the event of a fire involving magnesium ?
+ Water
Dry distillation can cause which of the following ?
+ Fire gases
When discovering an injured person what is the first thing you should check for ?
+ Hazard
Which of the following will the local authorities take care of ?
+ Requisition the necessary resources
If some does not report to their mustering station during a fire what should be done ?
+ Conduct a search
What is the first phase of onboard fire fighting tactics ?
+ Alert
One litre of water equal approximately how many litres of steam or mist ?
+ 1700
What is the safest and most effective way to apply water in the fire fighting operation onboard a vessel ?
+ Fog
Who will usually carry out statutory surveys and certification ?
+ The ships classification society
What should fire-fighters always be equipped with ?
+ Communications equipment
In the event of a fire investigation what should the crew do ?
+ Aid in the collection of evidence
When writing a report, which one of the following questions should be asked when interviewing witnesses ?
+ All of the above
What kind of fires should be reported ?
+ All types of fire
What is the most common cause of engine room fires ?
+ Oil leaks and hot surfaces
Why is it important to report fires ?
+ To prevent future fires
Which of the following should not be done when fighting fire ?
+ Opening the ventilation
When discovering an injured person what is the first thing you should check for ?
+ Hazards
What is the first thing that should be done upon detecting a fire ?
+ Notify the bridge