RPST Exit Exam • Set 3 Question 4 of 30
Which one of the listed requirements regarding immersion suits do not correspond to the present regulations. The immersion suit shall be made of waterproof materials and constructed such that
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Direct Answer
Option D: It is provided with arrangements to reduce free air in the legs of the suit
LSA Code Chapter II stipulates that immersion suits must be constructed without excess air pockets, meaning they do not require specific arrangements to reduce free air in the legs, making this statement false.
All Options
A
It will have sufficient built in buoyancy to avoid the use of life jacket
B
It will cover the whole body with the exception of the face
C
It can be unpacked and donned without assistance within 2 minutes
D
It is provided with arrangements to reduce free air in the legs of the suit
(Correct Answer)
Detailed Explanation & Context
LSA Code Chapter II stipulates that immersion suits must be constructed without excess air pockets, meaning they do not require specific arrangements to reduce free air in the legs, making this statement false.
Relevant Framework: STCW 2010 Manila Amendments • DG Shipping E-Learning & Exit Exam Standards • Refresher Personal Survival Techniques (RPST).
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