PSSR Exit Exam • Set 1 Question 3 of 30

If you saw wisps of smoke coming out under the engine room door, you immediately:

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Direct Answer

Option B: Raise the alarm

Raising the alarm is the mandatory first step to initiate emergency response procedures, ensuring the bridge, engine room, and crew are alerted to the situation immediately.

All Options

Activate the fixed fire fighting system

Raise the alarm (Correct Answer)

Close the air vents

Shut off the main fuel supply

Detailed Explanation & Context

Raising the alarm is the mandatory first step to initiate emergency response procedures, ensuring the bridge, engine room, and crew are alerted to the situation immediately.

Relevant Framework: STCW 2010 Manila Amendments • DG Shipping E-Learning & Exit Exam Standards • Personal Safety & Social Responsibilities (PSSR).

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