Your vessel is equipped with totally enclosed lifeboats. Which statement is TRUE when the boat is enveloped in flames?

Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation

Correct Answer: Option B — An air tank will provide about ten minutes of air for the survivors and the engine.

Totally enclosed motor lifeboats operating in fire zones rely on a compressed air cylinder system. This dedicated air supply maintains positive internal pressure and provides breathing air for survivors and the engine for at least ten minutes.

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