Question 16 of 30
On international voyages, tank ships of 500 gross tons or more are required to have facilities to enable connection on each side of the ship for this fire control equipment:
A
International Shore connection
B
High expansion foam generator
C
Fixed sprinkler bypass valve
D
Emergency bilge pump suction manifold
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Answer & Explanation
The correct answer is Option A: International Shore connection.
On oil tankers of 500 gross tons or more, an International Shore Connection is required on each side of the ship. This allows shore-based fire fighting equipment to connect to the vessel's fire main system.