USCG Exam PracticeFirefighting, damage control, and emergency response
Under 33 CFR §175.305, where fire extinguishing equipment is required to be of an approved type, by what standard must that approval be obtained?
- ✓ As provided in 46 CFR chapter I, subchapter QCorrect
- B. As provided in 33 CFR chapter I, subchapter S
- C. As certified by the vessel's classification society
- D. As listed in the NFPA 1001 standard
Why A is correct
33 CFR §175.305 states that approved fire extinguishing equipment must be approved as provided in 46 CFR chapter I, subchapter Q. The OCMI may be contacted for information on currently approved equipment.
Cited:33 CFR §175.305