Question 259Safety & Environmental - Assistant Engineer

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Good housekeeping on a vessel prevents fires by _______________.

Aallowing better access in an emergency
Beliminating potential fuel sources
Celiminating trip hazards
Dimproving personnel qualifications
AI Explanation

The correct answer is B) eliminating potential fuel sources. Good housekeeping on a vessel is essential for fire prevention, as it helps eliminate potential fuel sources that could ignite and spread a fire. By keeping the vessel clean, organized, and free of unnecessary combustible materials, the risk of a fire starting and quickly growing is significantly reduced. The other answer choices, while important for safety, do not directly address the primary purpose of good housekeeping in preventing fires.

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