Question 283Safety & Environmental - Assistant Engineer
70% to passIf a fixed fire extinguishing system is installed on any vessel, it must be of a type approved by the _______________.
ANational Fire Protection Association
BU.S. Coast Guard
CMarine Fire Protection Guild
DAmerican Bureau of Shipping
AI Explanation
The correct answer is B) U.S. Coast Guard. The U.S. Coast Guard is the regulatory authority that approves fixed fire extinguishing systems for vessels operating under its jurisdiction. These systems must meet specific standards and requirements set forth by the Coast Guard to ensure they are effective and reliable in the event of a fire on board. The other options are not the approving authority for these types of systems on vessels.
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