Question 699 Deck General

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You are ordering ships' stores that are NOT consumer commodities. Which statement is TRUE?

A The label of a hazardous ships' store must include instructions for safe stowage.
B Cartridges for the line throwing appliance must be stored in the portable magazine chest after receipt.
C All flammable liquids must be stowed in the paint locker or specially constructed integral tanks.
D Replacement CO2 cylinders for the fixed fire fighting system must have been tested within 8 years of receipt.
AI Explanation

The correct answer is A) The label of a hazardous ships' store must include instructions for safe stowage. This is correct because hazardous materials used as ships' stores are required to have proper labeling that includes handling and stowage instructions, as per regulations. The other options are incorrect - B) is not a requirement for cartridges, C) does not specify the correct stowage locations for all flammable liquids, and D) has the incorrect testing timeline for replacement CO2 cylinders.

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