REFA Exit Exam • Set 1 Question 3 of 30
Which fire extinguisher is most prone to freezing when stowed in low temperature?
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Direct Answer
Option C: Foam
Water-based chemical solutions in stored-pressure foam fire extinguishers freeze readily in sub-zero marine environments, risking container rupture or operational failure, unlike CO2 or dry chemical agents.
All Options
A
Halon 1211
B
Carbon dioxide
C
Foam
(Correct Answer)
D
Dry chemical
Detailed Explanation & Context
Water-based chemical solutions in stored-pressure foam fire extinguishers freeze readily in sub-zero marine environments, risking container rupture or operational failure, unlike CO2 or dry chemical agents.
Relevant Framework: STCW 2010 Manila Amendments • DG Shipping E-Learning & Exit Exam Standards • Refresher Elementary First Aid (REFA).
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