PST Exit Exam • Set 5 Question 5 of 30

What is the minimum number of lifebuoys required on a cargo ship of length over 200 meters?

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Direct Answer

Option A: 14

For a vessel over 200 meters, the number of lifebuoys required by SOLAS is 14. This quantity is mandated to ensure rapid accessibility from any point on the deck during an emergency.

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14 (Correct Answer)

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For a vessel over 200 meters, the number of lifebuoys required by SOLAS is 14. This quantity is mandated to ensure rapid accessibility from any point on the deck during an emergency.

Relevant Framework: STCW 2010 Manila Amendments • DG Shipping E-Learning & Exit Exam Standards • Personal Survival Techniques (PST).

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