PSF Exit Exam • Set 2 Question 6 of 30
Water pockets on the underside of an inflatable liferaft are for.
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Direct Answer
Option B: Stability
Water pockets (ballast bags) fitted on the underside of inflatable liferafts fill with seawater immediately upon inflation to enhance stability and prevent the raft from drifting excessively or capsizing.
All Options
A
Catching rain water
B
Stability
(Correct Answer)
C
Maneuverablity
D
Easy drainage
Detailed Explanation & Context
Water pockets (ballast bags) fitted on the underside of inflatable liferafts fill with seawater immediately upon inflation to enhance stability and prevent the raft from drifting excessively or capsizing.
Relevant Framework: STCW 2010 Manila Amendments • DG Shipping E-Learning & Exit Exam Standards • Passenger Ship Familiarization (PSF).
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