Question 343Deck General70% to pass
What are the type and number of hand portable fire extinguishers required outside and in the vicinity of the paint locker exit?
AI Explanation
The correct answer is C) one B-II.
The US Coast Guard regulations require that one B-II type hand portable fire extinguisher be located outside and in the vicinity of the paint locker exit. This is because paint lockers are considered a high fire risk area due to the flammable liquids and vapors present. The B-II extinguisher is appropriate for this type of fire hazard.
The other options are incorrect because A-I and A-II extinguishers are intended for ordinary combustible fires, while a C-II extinguisher is for energized electrical equipment fires, which are not the primary concern for a paint locker.
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