MEK Exit Exam • Set 6 Question 30 of 30
What is used in case the fire in the engine room becomes out of control
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Direct Answer
Option B: fixed CO2 fire extinguishing system
Fixed CO2 fire extinguishing systems are designed for total flooding of the engine room when a fire is beyond the capacity of portable equipment or localized firefighting systems.
All Options
A
portable fire extinguisher
B
fixed CO2 fire extinguishing system
(Correct Answer)
C
fire pumps and hoses
D
45 liters foam fire extinguisher
Detailed Explanation & Context
Fixed CO2 fire extinguishing systems are designed for total flooding of the engine room when a fire is beyond the capacity of portable equipment or localized firefighting systems.
Relevant Framework: STCW 2010 Manila Amendments • DG Shipping E-Learning & Exit Exam Standards • Marine Engineering Knowledge (MEK).
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