AFF Exit Exam • Set 4 Question 18 of 30
On international voyages, tank ships of 500 gross tons or more are required to have facilities to enable connection on each side of the ship for this fire control equipment:
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Direct Answer
Option D: International Shore connection
On oil tankers of 500 gross tons or more, an International Shore Connection is required on each side of the ship. This allows shore-based fire fighting equipment to connect to the vessel's fire main system.
All Options
A
Emergency bilge pump suction manifold
B
Fixed sprinkler bypass valve
C
High expansion foam generator
D
International Shore connection
(Correct Answer)
Detailed Explanation & Context
On oil tankers of 500 gross tons or more, an International Shore Connection is required on each side of the ship. This allows shore-based fire fighting equipment to connect to the vessel's fire main system.
Relevant Framework: STCW 2010 Manila Amendments • DG Shipping E-Learning & Exit Exam Standards • Advanced Fire Fighting (AFF).
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