If a major flareback occurs to a boiler, which of the following actions should be immediately taken?

Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation

Correct Answer: Option D — Secure the fuel to the burners.

Immediately stopping the fuel supply to the burners is critical during a major flareback to eliminate the source of unburned fuel vapors in the furnace, preventing secondary explosions, catastrophic casing damage, and severe personnel injury in the fire room.

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