Safety & Environmental Protection (Deck) USCG Question #764 (Set 23)

Regular foam can be used on all but which flammable liquid?

Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation

Correct Answer: Option A — Alcohol

Regular protein and fluoroprotein foams break down rapidly when exposed to polar solvents like alcohols, ketones, and esters. These water-miscible liquids destroy regular foam blankets, requiring specialized alcohol-resistant foam concentrates.

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