RAFF Exit Exam • Set 4 Question 8 of 30

When using foam type of fire extinguisher on the fire in the engine room, best way is ?

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Direct Answer

Option A: Direct the foam on the bulkhead behind the fire and let it slowly spread over fire

Directly discharging foam onto liquid pool fires can submerge and agitate burning fuel, worsening the blaze. Deflecting the stream off a bulkhead allows the foam blanket to gently spread across the surface, sealing vapours and smothering the fire effectively.

All Options

A

Direct the foam on the bulkhead behind the fire and let it slowly spread over fire (Correct Answer)

B

Spread the foam from side of the fire to the inside way

C

Direct aim at the fire and do the sweep action

D

Spray in the high flames first

Detailed Explanation & Context

Directly discharging foam onto liquid pool fires can submerge and agitate burning fuel, worsening the blaze. Deflecting the stream off a bulkhead allows the foam blanket to gently spread across the surface, sealing vapours and smothering the fire effectively.

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

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