Question 342 Deck General
70% to passHow many fire axes should be carried by a 700 GT cargo vessel, navigating the Great Lakes?
A
8
B
4
C
2
D
6
AI Explanation
The correct answer is D) 6 fire axes. According to the regulations for cargo vessels navigating the Great Lakes, vessels of 700 GT (Gross Tonnage) or more are required to carry a minimum of 6 fire axes. This is specified in the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) Title 46, Section 171.122, which outlines the required firefighting equipment for vessels in this tonnage range. The other options are incorrect because 8 fire axes (A) would exceed the regulatory requirement, 4 fire axes (B) would be insufficient, and 2 fire axes (C) would also be below the required minimum.
Related Questions
Q2397:When being towed by one tug, the towing bridle should be connected to towing __...
Q293:Cargoes that might leak from containers are known as _______________.
Q3960:When turning a ship in restricted space with a strong wind, it is normally best ...
Q3908:A common occurrence when a vessel is running into shallow water is that _______...
Q2621:How long must the operator of each vessel engaged in a vessel-to-vessel oil tran...
Ready to test your knowledge?
Take a Deck General Practice Exam
Official Resources
Pass Your Coast Guard Licensing Exams!
Study offline, track your progress, and simulate real exams with the Coast Guard Exams app