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Safety

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The USCG bank covers deck subjects, navigation, navigation problems, rules of the road, GMDSS and other areas. Open a specific collection for focused preparation.

“USCG — Safety” contains 2,754 questions across 1 collection.

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Which fire-fighting agent is most effective at removing heat?

One correct answer

  • a. Water spray✓ Correct answer
  • b. Foam
  • c. Carbon dioxide
  • d. Dry chemical
Which fire extinguishing agent can NOT be used on an ethylenediamine?

One correct answer

  • a. Water foam✓ Correct answer
  • b. Dry chemical powder
  • c. Water fog
  • d. Alcohol foam
While testing a cargo tank, your oxygen indicator reads 25% oxygen in the tank. You would then __________.

One correct answer

  • a. enter the tank safely
  • b. suspect the accuracy of the reading✓ Correct answer
  • c. ventilate the tank
  • d. test for nitrogen
Whenever practicable, the Certificate of Inspection must be posted __________. (small passenger vessel regulations)

One correct answer

  • a. as high as feasible in the pilot house
  • b. near the area where passengers embark
  • c. in any location desired
  • d. in a conspicuous place where it will most likely be observed by the passengers✓ Correct answer
Certain equipment aboard vessels, inspected under the small passenger vessel regulations, is required to be marked with the vessel's name. This includes __________. (small passenger vessel regulations)

One correct answer

  • a. bunks, silverware, china, and glassware
  • b. anchors, line, paint cans, and fuel drums
  • c. life jackets, life floats and paddles✓ Correct answer
  • d. whistles, searchlights, navigation lights, and ship's bell

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