FPFF Exit Exam • Set 6 Question 11 of 30
Why should a CO2 extinguisher be used with caution in confined areas?
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Direct Answer
Option A: it will displace the air and reduce the amount of oxygen available
The correct answer is 'it will displace the air and reduce the amount of oxygen available'. This is a standard requirement and safety procedure under DG Shipping STCW Fire Prevention and Fire Fighting (FPFF) guidelines.
All Options
A
it will displace the air and reduce the amount of oxygen available
(Correct Answer)
B
It will increase the oxygen present in the confined area to a danger level
C
it will not operate effectively in confined areas
D
It may explode when exposed to heat
Detailed Explanation & Context
The correct answer is 'it will displace the air and reduce the amount of oxygen available'. This is a standard requirement and safety procedure under DG Shipping STCW Fire Prevention and Fire Fighting (FPFF) guidelines.
Relevant Framework: STCW 2010 Manila Amendments • DG Shipping E-Learning & Exit Exam Standards • Fire Prevention & Fire Fighting (FPFF).
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