Refresher Exit Exam • Set 2 Question 19 of 30

You are on watch at night in port and discover a fire in #1 hatch. Which action should you take FIRST?

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Direct Answer

Option B: Sound the general alarm

Sounding the general alarm is the highest priority to alert the entire crew, initiate the mustering process, and organize the response team.

All Options

Advise the Chief Mate and Master

Sound the general alarm (Correct Answer)

Release carbon dioxide into the hatch

Lead a fire hose to the hatch

Detailed Explanation & Context

Sounding the general alarm is the highest priority to alert the entire crew, initiate the mustering process, and organize the response team.

Relevant Framework: STCW 2010 Manila Amendments • DG Shipping E-Learning & Exit Exam Standards • Refresher Course for STCW Modular Courses (Refresher).

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