AFF Exit Exam • Set 3 Question 2 of 30

In fighting a fire in a fuel tank, the first action you should attempt is to:

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Direct Answer

Option D: Secure all sources of fresh air to the tank

For a fire in a fuel tank, the first critical step is to eliminate the oxygen supply by securing all openings, vents, and fresh air sources. This starves the fire, helping to contain it before applying extinguishing agents and mitigating the risk of rapid spread.

All Options

A

Station someone at the fixed CO2 release controls

B

Begin transferring the fuel to other tanks

C

Top off the tank to force out all vapors

D

Secure all sources of fresh air to the tank (Correct Answer)

Detailed Explanation & Context

For a fire in a fuel tank, the first critical step is to eliminate the oxygen supply by securing all openings, vents, and fresh air sources. This starves the fire, helping to contain it before applying extinguishing agents and mitigating the risk of rapid spread.

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

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