AFF Exit Exam • Set 2 Question 27 of 30

What is the minimum number of spare SCBA air charges required onboard cargo ships?

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Direct Answer

Option C: At least 2 spare charges per required SCBA set

SOLAS Chapter II-2 requires that for every SCBA set, at least two spare charges must be carried onboard. This ensures that firefighting teams can rotate personnel and maintain continuous operations during prolonged incidents, provided the ship does not have an onboard air compressor capable of refilling cylinders.

All Options

A

None required if compressor available

B

5 spare charges per set

C

At least 2 spare charges per required SCBA set (Correct Answer)

D

1 spare charge total

Detailed Explanation & Context

SOLAS Chapter II-2 requires that for every SCBA set, at least two spare charges must be carried onboard. This ensures that firefighting teams can rotate personnel and maintain continuous operations during prolonged incidents, provided the ship does not have an onboard air compressor capable of refilling cylinders.

Relevant Framework: STCW 2010 Manila Amendments • DG Shipping E-Learning & Exit Exam Standards • Advanced Fire Fighting (AFF).

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