MEK Exit Exam • Set 6 Question 13 of 30
On hearing a CO2 alarm in the engine room, your first action will be
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Direct Answer
Option D: use emergency exit to get out
A CO2 fire extinguishing system releases asphyxiating gas into the engine room space. Therefore, the immediate priority upon hearing the warning alarm is to evacuate via the emergency exit to avoid suffocation.
All Options
A
use large fire extinguisher on the fire
B
raise fire alarm
C
report to the duty officer on watch
D
use emergency exit to get out
(Correct Answer)
Detailed Explanation & Context
A CO2 fire extinguishing system releases asphyxiating gas into the engine room space. Therefore, the immediate priority upon hearing the warning alarm is to evacuate via the emergency exit to avoid suffocation.
Relevant Framework: STCW 2010 Manila Amendments • DG Shipping E-Learning & Exit Exam Standards • Marine Engineering Knowledge (MEK).
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