TASCO Exit Exam • Set 2 Question 20 of 30

What is meant by "intrinsically safe"?

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Direct Answer

Option C: An electrical circuit is intrinsically safe if any spark produced normally or accidentally is incapable of igniting a gas mixture

Intrinsically safe equipment is designed so that the electrical and thermal energy generated by the device—even under fault conditions—is insufficient to ignite a specific hazardous gas mixture.

All Options

There is no danger if sparks are produced in an unsafe atmosphere

Equipment can be used in hazardous atmosphere

An electrical circuit is intrinsically safe if any spark produced normally or accidentally is incapable of igniting a gas mixture (Correct Answer)

Detailed Explanation & Context

Intrinsically safe equipment is designed so that the electrical and thermal energy generated by the device—even under fault conditions—is insufficient to ignite a specific hazardous gas mixture.

Relevant Framework: STCW 2010 Manila Amendments • DG Shipping E-Learning & Exit Exam Standards • Advanced Training for Oil Tanker Cargo Operations (TASCO).

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