Question 603 Deck Safety

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You hear the general alarm and ship's whistle sound for over 10 seconds. Traditionally, this is the signal for _______________.

A man overboard
B dismissal from fire and emergency stations
C fire and emergency
D abandon ship
AI Explanation

The correct answer is C) fire and emergency. The general alarm and ship's whistle sounding for over 10 seconds is the traditional signal indicating a fire or other emergency on board the vessel, prompting all crew to report to their assigned fire and emergency stations. This is the standard alarm signal specified in maritime regulations to alert the crew to a critical situation requiring immediate response. The other answer choices are incorrect because: A) man overboard has a different alarm signal, B) dismissal from fire stations is not a standard alarm, and D) abandon ship has a distinct alarm that is sounded for a life-threatening emergency requiring the crew to evacuate the vessel.

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