Question 5 of 30
Good housekeeping on a vessel prevents fire by:
A
Improving the speed of bilge pumps
B
Eliminating potential fuel sources
C
Cooling electrical control systems
D
Increasing structural fire boundaries
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Answer & Explanation
The correct answer is Option B: Eliminating potential fuel sources.
Good housekeeping is fundamental to fire prevention as it involves keeping spaces clean and orderly, thereby eliminating or minimizing potential fuel sources such as oily rags, waste, and accumulated debris.