RAFF Exit Exam • Set 1 Question 20 of 30
Uptake fire occurs in
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Direct Answer
Option B: Economiser
Uptake fires, often caused by unburnt fuel igniting on hot surfaces, commonly occur in the economiser section of the exhaust gas system. This is due to the high temperatures and accumulation of soot, as discussed in engine room fire safety protocols.
All Options
A
Waste heat boiler
B
Economiser
(Correct Answer)
C
Main Engine turbocharger
D
All of the above
Detailed Explanation & Context
Uptake fires, often caused by unburnt fuel igniting on hot surfaces, commonly occur in the economiser section of the exhaust gas system. This is due to the high temperatures and accumulation of soot, as discussed in engine room fire safety protocols.
Relevant Framework: STCW 2010 Manila Amendments • DG Shipping E-Learning & Exit Exam Standards • Refresher Advanced Fire Fighting (RAFF).
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