International Maritime Regulations

FSS Code — Fire Safety Systems

This test will assess your knowledge of the International Fire Safety Systems (FSS) Code – the main IMO regulatory document governing fire protection on ships. The questions cover technical requirements, operation and maintenance of equipment, shipboard fire prevention and control rules, fire detection systems, and emergency response procedures.

Questions 15

Time Limit 9 min

Language English

Sample Questions

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Question 1

What is international connection?

A A flange of standard dimensions.

B A length of fire hose with flanges at both ends.

C A removable pipe section fitted in the fire main on deck.

D An armored flexible hose available at the bunker station.

Question 2

How does carbon dioxide extinguish a fire in an enclosed space?

A By depriving the fire of oxygen.

B By cooling down the fire.

C By reacting chemically with the fire.

D By cooling the air around the fire.

Question 3

What is shown on the picture?

A Fire pump.

B Ballast pump.

C Emergency fire pump.

D Fuel pump.

Question 4

What is shown on the picture?

A “B” class fire door self-closing.

B “A” class fire door.

C “C” class fire door.

D “A” class fire door self-closing.

Question 5

What is shown on the picture?

A International shore connection.

B Main fire line.

C Pipe duct.

D Emergency fire box.

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