Question 22 of 30
HRU stands for:
A
Hydrostatic Release Unit
B
Hydraulic Release Unit
C
High Rescue Unit
D
Hydrostatic Rescue Utility
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Answer & Explanation
The correct answer is Option A: Hydrostatic Release Unit.
HRU stands for Hydrostatic Release Unit, a device designed to release liferafts and EPIRBs automatically when a ship sinks to a specific depth, usually between 1.5 and 4 meters.