PSF Exit Exam • Set 2 Question 14 of 30
When using the rainwater collection tubes on a life raft the first collection should be?
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Direct Answer
Option B: Poured overboard because of salt washed off the canopy
The initial catchment of rainwater on a liferaft canopy must be discarded because it washes away dried sea salt residues, which would otherwise contaminate the drinking water.
All Options
A
Passed around so all can drink
B
Poured overboard because of salt washed off the canopy
(Correct Answer)
C
Saved to used at a late time
D
Use to boil food
Detailed Explanation & Context
The initial catchment of rainwater on a liferaft canopy must be discarded because it washes away dried sea salt residues, which would otherwise contaminate the drinking water.
Relevant Framework: STCW 2010 Manila Amendments • DG Shipping E-Learning & Exit Exam Standards • Passenger Ship Familiarization (PSF).
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