A fire has been reported in the ship's galley, as chief engineer you direct the team leader of the #2 emergency squad to secure ventilation to the space. What would your next command be to the emergency team leader, before they can actually start extinguishing the fire?

Correct Answer: Option A — Have electrical power secured to the galley.

Securing electrical power is a mandatory step in galley firefighting to prevent electrical shock and eliminate potential ignition sources. Before extinguishing efforts begin, the team must ensure the space is electrically isolated to protect personnel and prevent the fire from being exacerbated by energized equipment or short circuits.