Deck Rules (Supplementary) USCG Question #564 (Set 3)

When approaching a fire from leeward you should shield fire fighters from the fire by using __________.

Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation

Correct Answer: Option C — high-velocity fog

High-velocity fog produces a dense, conical water pattern that acts as an effective thermal radiation shield, protecting firefighters from intense heat as they advance toward or tackle a fire from a leeward position.

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