Fueling Safety and Fire Prevention Flashcards
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What is the most common cause of fires and explosions on recreational boats?
Answer: Improper fueling and gasoline vapor ignition
Gasoline vapors igniting due to improper fueling practices — such as failing to ventilate before starting — are the leading cause of recreational boat fires and explosions.
Where should portable fire extinguishers be stored on a boat?
Answer: In readily accessible locations throughout the boat
Fire extinguishers must be mounted in clearly visible, readily accessible locations so they can be grabbed and used immediately during an emergency.
What two steps must occur after fueling an inboard/outboard boat before starting the engine?
Answer: Run the bilge blower for 4+ minutes, then sniff the bilge for fumes
Both mechanical ventilation (4+ minutes of blower operation) and a manual sniff check are required to confirm the engine compartment is free of explosive vapors before starting.
During fueling, which item may remain on if required for safe operation?
Answer: Navigation lights
Navigation lights necessary for safe operation may remain on during fueling; all other ignition sources — including the engine, stoves, and unneeded electrical switches — must be turned off.
A fire extinguisher rated '5 B:C' is effective on which types of fires?
Answer: Class B (flammable liquids) and Class C (electrical) fires
The B:C rating indicates the extinguisher works on Class B flammable liquid fires and Class C electrical fires, both of which are common hazards aboard motorized vessels.
How should you respond to a fuel spill on the water during fueling?
Answer: Report it to the marina or Coast Guard and contain it if possible
Fuel spills must be reported under federal law and contained if possible because they are environmentally harmful; using soap to disperse fuel is also illegal.
What is the minimum fire extinguisher requirement for a motorboat under 26 feet without a fixed fire suppression system?
Answer: At least one B-I type extinguisher
Federal law requires motorboats under 26 feet without a fixed suppression system to carry at least one USCG-approved B-I type portable fire extinguisher.