Fires of which class would most likely occur in the engine room of a vessel?

Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation

Correct Answer: Option D — Classes B and C

Marine engine rooms contain abundant flammable and combustible liquids like fuel and lube oil, generating Class B hazards, alongside extensive electrical distribution systems, generators, and switchboards creating Class C hazards. 46 CFR machinery space fire protection regulations focus heavily on mitigating both threats simultaneously.

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