RPST Exit Exam • Set 2 Question 11 of 30

Which one of the listed requirements regarding the lifeboats propulsion do not correspond to present regulation ?

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Direct Answer

Option C: The engine shall be provided with an electric power starting system with rechargeable energy batteries

STCW Table A-VI/1-1 requires that lifeboat engines have an electric starting system with rechargeable batteries. Option C states the opposite, implying a non-rechargeable system, which is contrary to current regulations for reliability.

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Means shall be provided for recharging all engine radio and searching batteries

Water resistant instruction for starting and operating the engine shall be provided

The engine shall be provided with an electric power starting system with rechargeable energy batteries (Correct Answer)

Every lifeboats shall be powered by a compression ignition engine using fuel with a flame point of not less than 44

Detailed Explanation & Context

Relevant Framework: STCW 2010 Manila Amendments • DG Shipping E-Learning & Exit Exam Standards • Refresher Personal Survival Techniques (RPST).

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