USCG Exam PracticeAuxiliary machinery and shipboard systems
Under 46 CFR, what is the maximum allowable steam pressure for accommodation and public space heating systems?
- A. 150 psig
- B. 100 psig
- ✓ 45 psigCorrect
- D. 75 psig
Why C is correct
46 CFR §56.50-15(h)(2) states that the steam pressure for accommodation and public space heating must not exceed 45 psig. The 150 psig figure applies to the overall steam heating system pressure limit, not specifically to accommodation and public spaces.
Cited:46 CFR §56.50-15