FPFF Exit Exam • Set 9 Question 9 of 30

If there is a black coloured band above the fire extinguisher; what does the colour of the band tell you?

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Direct Answer

Option B: That this extinguisher is a carbon dioxide fire extinguisher

The correct answer is 'That this extinguisher is a carbon dioxide fire extinguisher'. This is a standard requirement and safety procedure under DG Shipping STCW Fire Prevention and Fire Fighting (FPFF) guidelines.

All Options

That this extinguisher is a wet chemical fire extinguisher

That this extinguisher is a carbon dioxide fire extinguisher (Correct Answer)

That this extinguisher is broken and should not be used

That this extinguisher is a water fire extinguisher

Detailed Explanation & Context

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

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