What maneuver should be carried out in case of a fire on board a ship ?
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Option D: Reduce speed and if possible keep the fire zone to the leeward of the ship
Standard marine firefighting tactics dictate reducing vessel speed and maneuvering to keep the fire zone to the leeward side, preventing wind from blowing flames, smoke, and heat across accommodation spaces and fueling the combustion process.
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Detailed Explanation & Context
Standard marine firefighting tactics dictate reducing vessel speed and maneuvering to keep the fire zone to the leeward side, preventing wind from blowing flames, smoke, and heat across accommodation spaces and fueling the combustion process.
Relevant Framework: STCW 2010 Manila Amendments • DG Shipping E-Learning & Exit Exam Standards • Refresher Personal Survival Techniques (RPST).
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