Question 22 of 30
On cargo vessels, the discharge of the required quantity of carbon dioxide into any 'tight' space shall be completed within:
A
1 minute
B
2 minutes
C
4 minutes
D
6 minutes
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Answer & Explanation
The correct answer is Option B: 2 minutes.
SOLAS requires that the discharge of the designed quantity of carbon dioxide into a 'tight' space on cargo vessels be completed within 2 minutes. This rapid discharge is essential for quickly suppressing the fire before it escalates.