Question 1195Deck General70% to pass
How many portable fire extinguishers are required in the cargo tank area of an unmanned tank barge during cargo transfer, if the barge has no cargo pumps of her own?
AI Explanation
The correct answer is A) One portable fire extinguisher is required in the cargo tank area of an unmanned tank barge during cargo transfer, if the barge has no cargo pumps of her own.
This is based on the regulations in 46 CFR 32.01-10, which require a minimum of one B-II type (10-B:C) fire extinguisher to be located in the cargo tank area of an unmanned tank barge during cargo transfer operations. The regulation applies specifically to barges without their own cargo pumps, as is the case in the given scenario.
The other options are incorrect because they do not align with the regulatory requirement. B) Three and C) Two extinguishers would exceed the minimum, while D) None would be insufficient and violate the safety regulations.
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