As shown in the illustration, which of the following pieces of equipment is supplied with a circuit breaker providing both overload and short-circuit protection? EL-0165
Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation
Correct Answer: Option B — Sewage Treatment Plant
IEEE 45 and 46 CFR Subchapter J require specific auxiliary services like sewage treatment plants to feature dedicated protection against both prolonged thermal overloads and instantaneous short circuits, ensuring continuous safety and compliance in shipboard electrical configurations.
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