What type of fixed fire extinguishing system is mandatory for paint lockers exceeding specified floor area?
Direct Answer
Option A: Fixed CO2 or water-sprinkling system
SOLAS Chapter II-2, Regulation 10, mandates that paint lockers exceeding 4 square meters must be protected by a fixed fire-extinguishing system. Approved options include CO2, dry powder, or water-sprinkling systems, which are designed to suppress flammable liquid fires rapidly and prevent the spread of fire to adjacent spaces.
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Detailed Explanation & Context
SOLAS Chapter II-2, Regulation 10, mandates that paint lockers exceeding 4 square meters must be protected by a fixed fire-extinguishing system. Approved options include CO2, dry powder, or water-sprinkling systems, which are designed to suppress flammable liquid fires rapidly and prevent the spread of fire to adjacent spaces.
Relevant Framework: STCW 2010 Manila Amendments • DG Shipping E-Learning & Exit Exam Standards • Advanced Fire Fighting (AFF).
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