Question 230Safety & Environmental - QMED70% to pass
A large oil fire on the weather deck of a ship can be effectively fought using _______________.
AI Explanation
The correct answer is B) foam.
Foam is an effective extinguishing agent for fighting large oil fires on the weather deck of a ship. Foam works by forming a blanket over the burning fuel, which cuts off the oxygen supply to the fire and cools the surface. This smothers the fire and prevents re-ignition.
The other options are not as effective for this type of fire. High velocity fog (A) may not provide enough cooling and coverage to fully extinguish a large oil fire. Soda acid (C) and dry chemical (D) extinguishers are better suited for smaller, contained fires rather than a large deck fire.
Overall, foam is the recommended extinguishing agent for effectively fighting a large oil fire on the weather deck of a ship.
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