Question 747 Deck Safety

The correct answer is B) Automatic fire detection system. Automatic fire detection systems are actuated by sensing a rise in heat within a compartment. These systems use heat-sensitive elements that trigger an alarm when the temperature reaches a preset level, indicating the presence of a fire. This allows for the early detection of fires and the prompt initiation of emergency response procedures. The other answer choices are incorrect because: A) Manual fire detection systems require human intervention to activate, C) Smoke detection systems respond to the presence of smoke rather than heat, and D) Watchman's supervisory systems monitor the movements of personnel rather than detect fires.