FPFF Exit Exam Mock - Questions and Answers Set 2

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Published: Mar 13, 2026 at 10:31 am

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FPFF Exit Exam Mock - Questions and Answers Set 2

When a localized fire breaks out on board a vessel, your first line of defense is the immediate and correct deployment of portable firefighting appliances. Knowing exactly how to handle different types of extinguishers under extreme pressure can prevent a minor incident from escalating into a ship-wide disaster. To help you master these frontline safety tactics, Nirzara brings you the FPFF Exit Exam Mock - Questions and Answers Set 2. This second practice module moves past the basic chemistry of fire to focus deeply on the actual operation, capabilities, and safety parameters of onboard fire equipment.

This targeted set on Nirzara contains 30 high-frequency Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) updated according to the latest DG Shipping online exam trends. You will encounter critical STCW questions regarding the PASS method (Pull, Aim, Squeeze, Sweep), the internal pressure mechanisms of CO2 and dry chemical powder (DCP) extinguishers, the expansion ratios of firefighting foam, and the correct way to smother liquid fuel fires. Since the computer-based exam frequently tests precise operating distances and maintenance codes, having these facts clear is vital.

Every question inside Nirzara's Set 2 features its direct, verified correct answer, giving you a seamless way to review your technical progress. The DG Shipping exit portal often uses detailed operational scenarios to check your practical presence of mind. Spend a few minutes solving these 30 questions today on Nirzara to eliminate exam anxiety, sharpen your answering speed, and comfortably secure your passing marks on the very first try!

Practice with 30 questions from the BASIC FPFF COURSE bank. Each question is verified and explained.

MCQ Practice Questions (30)

Which one is not chemical energy

a Heat of combustion

b Heat of partial oxidation

c Falling tool from a height

d Heat of mixing solution

"If you were put in charge of a fire team what is the minimum number of men wearing BA sets that you would allow to enter a smoke-filled compartment?"

a 2 men

b 1 man

c 4 men

d 3 men

All waste receptacles shall be of non-combustible materials, built and equipped with:

a Hinged self-closing cover

b Permanent means for lashing

c No openings in sides and bottom

d Rack for fire buckets

Water extinguishers are color coded

a Red

b Blue

c White

d Black

"Where will the ship's officers find necessary information regarding the ship's fire protection arrangement, fire-detection equipment and fire extinguishing appliances?"

a In permanently exhibited muster list

b In permanently exhibited fire control plans

c In special instruction and information folder at all fire control stations

d In permanent exhibited alarm instructions

"Welding and use of open flames on board tankers (without COW and IGS) in operation are subject to regulations laid down by the Norwegian Maritime Directorate (Norwegian Ship Control Legislation - NSCL). Which of the listed requirements regarding washing and gas freeing before hot work in cargo tanks corresponds to these regulations?"

a All cargo tanks, pump rooms and cofferdams shall be examined by type approved two explosimeters.

b Gas measuring can be carried out by all deck officers.

c One type approved explosimeter shall be used for gas measuring.

d Hatches to not adjacent tanks which have not been cleaned or inerted shall be kept open during work.

Fire hoses are made of strong canvas

a True

b False

Things to remember before opening the door of a fire compartment

a Smoldering of fire

b Flash over/Back draft

c Explosion of flame

d All of the above

Fuel flowing in a pipe is prone to which of the following ignition sources?

a High pressure action.

b Friction.

c Static electricity.

d Chemical reaction.

"Under ISO standard 3941 (used mostly in Europe), a fire involving a flammable solid fuel would be classed as which of the following?"

a Class A.

b Class B.

c Class C.

d Class D.

What is the maximum allowed suction head for the fire pump?

a 4.5 meters.

b 9 meters.

c 1.5 meters.

d 3 meters.

"Three methods of fire protection regarding internal divisional bulk heading may be adopted in accommodation and service spaces in cargo ships. Which of the given methods do not correspond to present rules?"

a Fitting of an automatic sprinkler, fire-detection and alarm system for the detection and extinction of fire in all spaces in which fire might be expected to originate"

b Fitting of a fixed fire-detection and alarm system in all spaces where fire might be expected to originate. No accommodation space bounded by an 'A' or 'B' class division to exceed 500 m

c Construction of all internal bulkheads of non-combustible class 'B' or 'C' divisions

d Construction of all internal bulkheads of class 'A' divisions

Carbon di- oxide is heavier than air

a True

b False

"According to SOLAS - for carbon dioxide fire-fighting systems in machinery spaces the fixed piping system shall be such that"

a 70 % of the gas can be discharged into space within 2 minutes.

b 100 % of the gas can be discharged into space within 3 minutes.

c 100 % of the gas can be discharged into space within two minutes.

d 85 % of the gas can be discharged into space within two minutes.

"A' class (fire) divisions are those divisions formed by bulkheads and decks. Which of the following requirements does not comply with the rules?"

a Preventing passage of smoke and flame to the end of a one-hour standard test

b Suitably stiffened

c Insulated on both sides with approved non-combustible material

d Constructed of steel or other equivalent material

When the whistle sounds whilst using a SCABA set approx 30 minutes of time left for escape

a True

b False

What is the job for the ship management team when the fire breaks out?

a The ship management team must fight the fire and then call the fire squads

b The ship management team must call shore office for assistance.

c The ship management team must evacuate the ship

d The ship management team must call the nearest fire brigade and police station

What are class 'C' bulkheads?

a "A. Bulkheads constructed of approved non-combustible materials that can withstand the standard fire test for 30 minutes."

b "B. Bulkheads constructed of approved non-combustible materials that can withstand the standard fire test for 45 minutes."

c "C. Bulkheads constructed of approved non-combustible materials that can withstand the standard fire test for 15 minutes."

d "D. Bulkheads constructed of approved non-combustible materials but do not meet any of the requirements relative to smoke and flame nor limitations relative to temperature rise."

Hazards in galley

a Cooking oil, hot fat

b Hot surfaces, oven, frying pan

c Defective electrical connections

d All of the above

Passenger ships of 4000 GRT and above shall have at least _____ Pumps

a 2

b 3

c 4

d 1

Fire extinguishers that contain _____ have a red band located above them

a Carbon Dioxide

b Water

c Foam

d Wet Chemicals

"Which firefighting system is the most efficient and with the least side effects in the event of a fire in the engine room?"

a The powder extinguishing system.

b The central foam extinguishing system.

c The sprinkler extinguishing system.

d The central CO2 extinguishing system.

A class “B” fire is fueled by

a Wood, paper, cloth, trash , plastics

b Flammable liquids, gasoline, oil, grease, acetone

c Electrical: energized electrical equipment

d All of the above

Class D fires involve

a Fire involving metal

b Fire involving liquids

c Fire involving Gas/Electrical

d Fire involving solid material

"In what language/languages shall the fire control plans/folders (or copies of plans and folders) be?"

a The English language

b The Flag State language with copies in English or French

c The Flag State language with copies in English

d The Flag State language

Class C fires involve

a Fire involving Gas/Electrical

b Fire involving liquids

c Fire involving solid material

d Fire involving metal

The highest concentration of hydrocarbon gas in air below which there is sufficient amount of hydrocarbon gas to support combustion is called.

a Upper Flammable limit

b Lower Flammable limit

c Ignitable mixture

d None of the above

________ are one of the most dependable ways to fight a fire

a Work Permits

b Automatic sprinkler systems

c Fire escapes

d Job safety analyses

"In addition to cargo & machinery spaces which other spaces if any have to be fitted with an approved fixed firefighting system on cargo ships?"

a No additional fixed systems are required.

b Rope store

c Paint store

d Focsle store

"In pump rooms and pipe tunnels 'flameproof' electric light fittings are generally fitted. This means that:"

a Even if a fire occurs, it will not consume the fitting

b The fitting is completely gastight and no gas can enter into contact with the bulb and electric connections

c The electrical supply will disconnect automatically in cases of fire

d Gas may enter, but even if an explosion takes place the fittings is so strong that the explosion will be contained within it and will not be blow out

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Course Name BASIC FPFF COURSE

Mock Test 2

Questions 30

Students 1,345

Test Time 15 Minutes

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MCQ Practice Questions (30)

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Which one is not chemical energy

"If you were put in charge of a fire team what is the minimum number of men wearing BA sets that you would allow to enter a smoke-filled compartment?"

All waste receptacles shall be of non-combustible materials, built and equipped with:

Water extinguishers are color coded

"Where will the ship's officers find necessary information regarding the ship's fire protection arrangement, fire-detection equipment and fire extinguishing appliances?"

Fire hoses are made of strong canvas

Things to remember before opening the door of a fire compartment

Fuel flowing in a pipe is prone to which of the following ignition sources?

"Under ISO standard 3941 (used mostly in Europe), a fire involving a flammable solid fuel would be classed as which of the following?"

What is the maximum allowed suction head for the fire pump?

"Three methods of fire protection regarding internal divisional bulk heading may be adopted in accommodation and service spaces in cargo ships. Which of the given methods do not correspond to present rules?"

Carbon di- oxide is heavier than air

"According to SOLAS - for carbon dioxide fire-fighting systems in machinery spaces the fixed piping system shall be such that"

"A' class (fire) divisions are those divisions formed by bulkheads and decks. Which of the following requirements does not comply with the rules?"

When the whistle sounds whilst using a SCABA set approx 30 minutes of time left for escape

What is the job for the ship management team when the fire breaks out?

What are class 'C' bulkheads?

Hazards in galley

Passenger ships of 4000 GRT and above shall have at least _____ Pumps

Fire extinguishers that contain _____ have a red band located above them

"Which firefighting system is the most efficient and with the least side effects in the event of a fire in the engine room?"

A class “B” fire is fueled by

Class D fires involve

"In what language/languages shall the fire control plans/folders (or copies of plans and folders) be?"

Class C fires involve

The highest concentration of hydrocarbon gas in air below which there is sufficient amount of hydrocarbon gas to support combustion is called.

________ are one of the most dependable ways to fight a fire

"In addition to cargo & machinery spaces which other spaces if any have to be fitted with an approved fixed firefighting system on cargo ships?"

"In pump rooms and pipe tunnels 'flameproof' electric light fittings are generally fitted. This means that:"

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