PST Exit Exam • Set 8 Question 3 of 30
What is an immersion suit?
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Direct Answer
Option D: Special protective clothing to insulate and protect the wearer from the effects of being in a cold sea
An immersion suit is a protective garment designed to provide high thermal insulation to a person, significantly delaying the onset of hypothermia in cold sea water.
All Options
A
boiler suit used for cleaning fuel tanks
B
lightweight swimming outfit for divers
C
chemical splash suit used for cargo sampling
D
Special protective clothing to insulate and protect the wearer from the effects of being in a cold sea
(Correct Answer)
Detailed Explanation & Context
An immersion suit is a protective garment designed to provide high thermal insulation to a person, significantly delaying the onset of hypothermia in cold sea water.
Relevant Framework: STCW 2010 Manila Amendments • DG Shipping E-Learning & Exit Exam Standards • Personal Survival Techniques (PST).
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