USCG Exam PracticeEngine-room safety and hazardous materials
According to 46 CFR §177.405, paint and flammable liquid lockers must be constructed of which material?
- A. Aluminum or aluminum-lined material
- ✓ Steel or equivalent material, or wholly lined with steel or equivalent materialCorrect
- C. Fiber reinforced plastic with a fire-retardant resin
- D. Noncombustible composite material approved by the Commandant
Why B is correct
46 CFR §177.405(d) specifies that paint and flammable liquid lockers must be constructed of steel or equivalent material, or wholly lined with steel or equivalent material. Aluminum and FRP are not cited as acceptable alternatives in this provision.
Cited:46 CFR §177.405