A class "B" fire develops on the weather deck amidships of a moored tank vessel. The fire party should man the __________.

Correct Answer: Option B — windward monitor and direct the foam onto a vertical surface while standing by with a charged hose to protect the monitor operator with water fog if needed

When fighting a deck fire, the windward monitor is used to prevent the fire from spreading downwind. Directing foam onto a vertical surface allows it to flow over the fuel, while a charged hose provides a water fog screen to protect the operator from radiant heat and flames.