PST Exit Exam • Set 8 Question 4 of 30
How would you know exactly how many people a specific lifeboat is certified to safely hold?
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Direct Answer
Option D: The number of persons should be clearly stated on the outside of the boat's bow
The capacity of a lifeboat is a mandatory safety specification and must be clearly and permanently marked on the exterior of the boat to allow for rapid verification during emergencies.
All Options
A
By guessing from its length
B
It is written inside the main engine casing plate only
C
By looking up the vessel's crew list only
D
The number of persons should be clearly stated on the outside of the boat's bow
(Correct Answer)
Detailed Explanation & Context
The capacity of a lifeboat is a mandatory safety specification and must be clearly and permanently marked on the exterior of the boat to allow for rapid verification during emergencies.
Relevant Framework: STCW 2010 Manila Amendments • DG Shipping E-Learning & Exit Exam Standards • Personal Survival Techniques (PST).
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