USCG Exam PracticeFirefighting, damage control, and emergency response
According to the USCG Boatswain's Mate Manual, what is the correct action AFTER confirming a fire is extinguished?
- A. Immediately restore fuel and electrical supply to the affected space
- ✓ Ventilate carefully to prevent re-ignitionCorrect
- C. Reopen all hatches and ventilation to clear smoke
- D. Secure all personnel from the space and seal it permanently
Why B is correct
USCG Boatswain Manual Ch. 6 §6.3 specifies that after confirming the fire is extinguished, the crew must ventilate carefully to prevent re-ignition. Rapid or unrestricted ventilation could introduce oxygen and cause re-ignition of smoldering material.