Safety & Environmental Protection (Deck) USCG Question #815 (Set 24)

Which statement(s) is(are) TRUE concerning the use of dry chemical extinguishers?

Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation

Correct Answer: Option C — You should direct the spray at the base of the fire.

Marine firefighting procedures require sweeping the dry chemical discharge directly at the base of the fire, utilizing a side-to-side motion to systematically knockdown the flames across the entire near edge first.

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