Question 2292 Deck General

The correct answer is C) painted red and labeled. The reasoning for this is that the remote control for a fixed fire extinguishing system on an uninspected vessel should be clearly visible and easily accessible in an emergency. Painting the control red and labeling it makes it stand out and indicates its purpose, allowing the crew to quickly locate and activate the system if needed. The other options, such as concealing it from the crew (A) or protecting it with plexiglass (D), would hinder the ability to access the control quickly, which could be dangerous in a fire emergency. Padlocking the control (B) would also prevent easy access.