1. Cooling is the method of fire fighting by limitation of:
- A. Air
- B. Temperature
- C. Fuel
- D. Molecular Chain reaction
Answer: B — Temperature
Cooling is a fire extinguishing method that involves reducing the temperature of the burning material below its ignition point. Water is a common cooling agent, as it absorbs a significant amount of heat when it evaporates into steam.
2. Which of the following fuels has the lowest flash point?
- A. Diesel Fuel
- B. Coal
- C. Candle Wax
- D. Kerosene
Answer: D — Kerosene
Flash point is the lowest temperature at which a volatile liquid can vaporize to form an ignitable mixture in air. Kerosene has a lower flash point than diesel fuel, coal (which is a solid), and candle wax, making it more easily ignitable.
3. Which ship shall be provided with International Shore Connection for supply of water as Extinguishing agent?
- A. Passenger ship carrying more than 500 person
- B. Tanker
- C. Passenger ship of 1000 person and above
- D. All ship of 500 GT and above
Answer: D — All ship of 500 GT and above
SOLAS regulations require that all ships of 500 GT and above be provided with an International Shore Connection. This facilitates the supply of water from shore-based fire fighting appliances to the ship's fixed fire main.
4. The basic fire theory says that a fire needs 4 main elements in order to start: Heat, Fuel, Oxygen and ____?
- A. Hydrogen Sulphide
- B. Carbon-dioxide
- C. Benzene
- D. A chain reaction
Answer: D — A chain reaction
The fire tetrahedron, representing the four essential elements for fire to exist and sustain itself, includes Heat, Fuel, Oxygen, and a Chain Reaction. Removing any one of these elements will extinguish the fire.
5. The letters A, B and C on the portable fire extinguisher represent what?
- A. Type of fire on which it can be used
- B. The first 3 letters of the extinguisher
- C. None of the above
- D. How much chemical it holds
Answer: A — Type of fire on which it can be used
The letters A, B, and C on portable fire extinguishers indicate the class of fire on which they are suitable for use. Class A is for ordinary combustibles, Class B for flammable liquids, and Class C for energized electrical fires.
6. Fire Plan tells what action to take in emergency situation by?
- A. The crew
- B. The shore fire man
- C. None of the above
- D. The Paramedics
Answer: B — The shore fire man
Fire control plans, often referred to as ship's fire plans, are prominently displayed on board and are primarily intended for the ship's crew. They provide essential information on fire detection, suppression systems, and emergency procedures for crew response.
7. Hazard in Accommodation?
- A. Defective electrical connection
- B. All of the above
- C. Furnishing and Personal effects
- D. Cigarette smoking
Answer: B — All of the above
Accommodation spaces present multiple fire hazards, including furnishings (Class A), personal effects, potential ignition sources like smoking materials and faulty electrical connections. Therefore, all these factors contribute to the overall fire risk.
8. Electricity switch board fire with power on, what type of extinguisher to be used?
- A. Carbon-dioxide
- B. Water
- C. DCP
- D. Foam
Answer: A — Carbon-dioxide
For fires involving energized electrical equipment, such as switchboards, a Carbon Dioxide (CO2) extinguisher is the preferred choice. CO2 is a non-conductive gas that displaces oxygen and cools the fire without leaving residue.
9. Substances involving wood, plastic and paper are classified as?
- A. Class D fire
- B. Class C fire
- C. Class A fire
- D. Class B fire
Answer: C — Class A fire
Class A fires involve ordinary combustible materials such as wood, paper, textiles, and some plastics. These fires are typically extinguished by cooling with water or using agents that absorb heat and smother.
10. Fire is the process of combustion accompanied by the rapid release of heat and ____?
- A. Light
- B. None of the above
- C. Destruction
- D. Energy
Answer: A — Light
Fire is a rapid oxidation process characterized by the release of heat and light. It is the visible manifestation of combustion, which is the rapid chemical combination of a substance with an oxidant, usually oxygen.
11. Fire tends to start in a switchboard due to short circuit, this is which class fire?
- A. Class B
- B. Class A
- C. Class C
- D. Class D
Answer: C — Class C
Fires involving electrical equipment and wiring (with power on) are classified as Class C fires. Using non-conductive extinguishing agents is crucial to prevent electrocution hazards.
12. Firefighter should come back from the area,
- A. None of the above
- B. Upon instruction from other firefighter
- C. Upon hearing the warning sound from SCBA
- D. After 10 minute of firefighting
Answer: C — Upon hearing the warning sound from SCBA
The audible alarm on an SCBA set typically indicates a low air supply warning, signaling the need to evacuate the hazardous area immediately. This is a critical safety feature for firefighters.
13. If restricted visibility encountered in an accommodation fire, you would
- A. Carry a torch
- B. Rig lifelines to assist a retreat
- C. Use of a fan to blow smoke and flames
- D. Stand up straight to keep your head above smoke
Answer: B — Rig lifelines to assist a retreat
In heavy smoke conditions during an accommodation fire, it is essential to stay low to breathe cleaner air and to use lifelines or guides to maintain orientation and facilitate retreat. Standing upright would expose you to the hottest smoke.
14. What is the important characteristic of the extinguishing agent in fighting a class C fire?
- A. Weight
- B. Temperature
- C. Electrical non-conductivity
- D. Cost
Answer: C — Electrical non-conductivity
When fighting Class C fires (electrical), the most important characteristic of the extinguishing agent is its electrical non-conductivity. This prevents the risk of electric shock to the firefighter operating the extinguisher.
15. Foam tends to extinguish fire by
- A. Chemically absorbing the oxygen
- B. Releasing large amount of CO2
- C. None of the above
- D. Smothering the burning material
Answer: D — Smothering the burning material
Foam extinguishes fires primarily by smothering. It forms a vapor-suppressing blanket over the surface of the burning liquid, preventing oxygen from reaching the fuel and stopping the combustion process.
16. What is your first action on seeing fire?
- A. None of the above
- B. Extinguish the fire immediately
- C. Try on alarm and try to make an initial attempt
- D. Go to the muster station
Answer: C — Try on alarm and try to make an initial attempt
Upon sighting a fire, the immediate and most crucial action is to raise the alarm to alert the crew. Following this, an initial attempt to extinguish the fire should be made if it is safe to do so and the fire is small.
17. What is the color coding of portable DCP type extinguisher?
- A. Yellow
- B. Signal Red
- C. Blue
- D. Black
Answer: C — Blue
Portable Dry Chemical Powder (DCP) extinguishers are identified by their blue colored band, as per international standards for visual identification of fire extinguisher types. Other colors indicate different extinguishing agents suitable for specific fire classes.
18. Fire alarm is...?
- A. Continuous ringing
- B. None of the above
- C. Verbal order by master
- D. 7 short blast followed by 1 long blast
Answer: A — Continuous ringing
The standard fire alarm signal on a vessel is a continuous ringing or sounding, signifying an emergency. Specific blast patterns usually indicate other signals like abandon ship or man overboard.
19. Which is the best Fire Extinguisher for Electrical Fires?
- A. Water
- B. DCP
- C. CO2
- D. Foam
Answer: C — CO2
CO2 extinguishers are the best choice for electrical fires because the gas is non-conductive and leaves no residue, preventing damage to sensitive electrical equipment. Water and foam can conduct electricity, and DCP might damage electrical components.
20. Fire Extinguish system required for propelling machines and diesel-driven motor?
- A. Hyper Mist
- B. CO2
- C. Foam
- D. DCP
Answer: A — Hyper Mist
Hyper Mist systems, a type of water mist system, are highly effective for machinery spaces containing propelling machinery and diesel motors. They use a fine mist of water to cool and suppress fires with minimal water discharge.
21. DCP Fixed Fire Fighting system is used in which type of vessel?
- A. Chemical Tankers
- B. Bulk Carriers
- C. Gas Carriers
- D. Oil Tankers
Answer: C — Gas Carriers
Dry Chemical Powder (DCP) fixed fire fighting systems are primarily installed in cargo spaces of Gas Carriers. These systems are effective against flammable gas fires and are chosen for their rapid knockdown capability.
22. If passengers are onboard when an Abandon Ship drill is carried out, they should_____?
- A. Watch
- B. Stay out of the way and do what they want
- C. Go to their quarters
- D. Take Part
Answer: D — Take Part
During an abandon ship drill, passengers should actively participate under the crew's guidance. This ensures they understand emergency procedures and can respond appropriately if a real emergency occurs.
23. Which statement about firefighting foam is true?
- A. Foam is most effective on burning liquids which are flowing
- B. Foam can only be used to extinguish Class A Fire
- C. To be most effective, Foam should be directed at the base of the fire
- D. Foam conducts electricity
Answer: D — Foam conducts electricity
Firefighting foam is electrically conductive. It is most effective on Class B fires (flammable liquids) by forming a blanket that smothers the flames and prevents re-ignition, not for Class A fires.
24. __________ fire extinguishers are specifically designed in order to tackle a class F fire.
- A. Carbon Dioxide
- B. Water
- C. Foam
- D. Wet Chemical
Answer: D — Wet Chemical
Wet Chemical fire extinguishers are specifically designed for Class F fires (cooking oils and deep fats). They react with hot fats via saponification to form a thick, non-combustible soapy layer that smothers flames and cools the liquid below its auto-ignition temperature.
25. Which of the following colours can be found in a band above a wet chemical fire extinguisher?
- A. Red
- B. Yellow
- C. Blue
- D. Cream
Answer: B — Yellow
Under BS EN3 / ISO extinguisher color coding standards, a Wet Chemical fire extinguisher has a red body with a distinctive Yellow identification band located above the instruction panel.
26. A band of ____________ is displayed above a fire extinguisher that contains carbon dioxide.
- A. Black
- B. Cream
- C. Red
- D. Yellow
Answer: A — Black
Carbon Dioxide (CO2) fire extinguishers are identified by a Black color band placed above the cylinder body, distinguishing them from other extinguisher types.
27. Where will the ship's officers find necessary information regarding the ship's fire protection arrangement, fire-detection equipment and fire extinguishing appliances?
- A. In special instruction and information folder at all fire control stations
- B. In permanently exhibited fire control plans
- C. In permanently exhibited muster list
- D. In permanent exhibited alarm instructions
Answer: B — In permanently exhibited fire control plans
SOLAS Chapter II-2 Regulation 15 mandates that detailed general arrangement plans showing fire control stations, fire-resisting divisions, detection systems, and extinguishing appliances must be permanently exhibited on the ship's Fire Control Plans.
28. After a fire has been extinguished in a closed space, personnel may safely enter the space when:
- A. All of these
- B. None of the above
- C. Smoke density has decreased sufficiently to see the bulkhead opposite the compartment
- D. All smoke and toxic fumes are removed and an adequate oxygen supply is present
Answer: D — All smoke and toxic fumes are removed and an adequate oxygen supply is present
Personnel may safely enter a compartment after a fire only after thorough mechanical ventilation has removed all combustion gases and atmospheric testing confirms normal oxygen content (20.9%) and zero toxic gas concentrations.
29. Which of the following fire extinguisher is used to put out fires caused by flammable liquids?
- A. Class C dry chemical fire extinguisher
- B. Class B carbon dioxide fire extinguisher
- C. Class A water fire extinguishers
- D. None of the above
Answer: D — None of the above
Flammable liquid fires (Class B) require smothering agents such as foam, dry chemical powder, or CO2. Water extinguishers (Class A) must never be used on liquid fuels as water causes violent splattering and fire spread.
30. Which of the following does not need to be done right after a fire drill?
- A. Note any defects in the equipment for repair or replacement.
- B. Return all the equipment to its correct place.
- C. Recharge extinguishers and compressed air bottles.
- D. Have a debriefing with all members of the safety committee.
Answer: D — Have a debriefing with all members of the safety committee.
Immediate post-fire drill actions focus on operational readiness: debriefing participants, returning gear, logging defects, and recharging expended equipment; a separate safety committee meeting is not a mandatory immediate step.
