RAFF Exit Exam • Set 2 Question 18 of 30

A 1200 litres SCABA bottle duration is ____

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Direct Answer

Option C: 30 minutes

A standard 1200-litre SCBA bottle, typically rated for 200 bar, provides approximately 30 minutes of breathing air. This duration is a critical factor in planning escape and firefighting operations, as stipulated by SOLAS requirements for breathing apparatus.

All Options

A

25 minutes

B

20 minutes

C

30 minutes (Correct Answer)

D

45 minutes

Detailed Explanation & Context

A standard 1200-litre SCBA bottle, typically rated for 200 bar, provides approximately 30 minutes of breathing air. This duration is a critical factor in planning escape and firefighting operations, as stipulated by SOLAS requirements for breathing apparatus.

Relevant Framework: STCW 2010 Manila Amendments • DG Shipping E-Learning & Exit Exam Standards • Refresher Advanced Fire Fighting (RAFF).

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