FPFF Exit Exam Mock - Questions and Answers Set 3

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Published: Mar 16, 2026 at 6:27 pm

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FPFF Exit Exam Mock - Questions and Answers Set 3

When a fire breaks out deep inside critical areas like the engine room or cargo holds, portable extinguishers are often insufficient. In such major emergencies, seafarers must rely on heavy shipboard fixed fire-extinguishing systems. Operating these high-pressure installations requires absolute accuracy, as a single mistake can endanger the vessel or the crew. To ensure you fully understand these structural safety systems, Nirzara presents the FPFF Exit Exam Mock - Questions and Answers Set 3. This third practice module focuses deeply on fixed gas flooding systems, machinery space safety protocols, and automatic detection alarms.

This specific set on Nirzara contains 30 highly repeated Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) structured around the latest DG Shipping online portal guidelines. You will face essential STCW questions regarding the pre-discharge alarms of a fixed CO2 system, the critical importance of sealing ventilation and mechanical space dampers before releasing gas, the operation of quick-closing valves, and hyper-mist system triggers. Because deploying a fixed system requires strict coordination and evacuation checks, the computer-based exam evaluates these hazardous steps very strictly.

Every MCQ inside Nirzara's Set 3 comes paired with its verified correct answer, offering an instant checkpoint for your preparation. The DG Shipping exam frequently tests precise timing delays, gas concentrations, and safety release sequences to verify your technical accuracy under pressure. Spend a few minutes practicing with these 30 targeted questions today on Nirzara to eliminate confusion, sharpen your exam-taking speed, and comfortably secure your passing marks on the first try!

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

MCQ Practice Questions (30)

The most effective method in the use of CO2 fire extinguisher is for the discharge to be directed at

a Middle of the fire

b Top and sides of the fire

c Base or nearest edge of the fire

d Highest flames of a fire

There shall be at least one ___ Capacity or equivalent water extinguisher in each boiler room

a 45 litre

b 75 litre

c 235 Litre

d None

Fire will not start without external spark or flame in flash point.

a True

b False

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

Which of the following statements is NOT correct about high expansion foam?

a It extinguishes by smothering.

b It has only a limited cooling effect.

c You cannot survive in H.E. foam as the oxygen content is reduced.

d You can survive in H.E. foam by breaking the bubbles to release the air.

Oily rags and metal twist pose a particular fire hazard because:

a They are not a hazard unless ignited.

b They generate their own oxygen when ignited and are therefore difficult to extinguish.

c They are liable to spontaneous combustion.

d They are not a hazard.

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

"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.

Means for forcing water out of a portable extinguisher

a CO2 cartridge

b A pump

c Chemical cartridge

d Nitrogen cartridge

"In addition to a fire suit, a fireman's outfit also comprises breathing apparatus and a fireproof lifeline. According to SOLAS- how many such sets of fireman's outfit are required to be carried by all ships?"

a At least one.

b At least two.

c As required by the ship's administration.

d At least three.

"Which of the following statements does not apply to fire doors in main vertical zone bulkheads and stairway enclosures in passenger ships?"

a If normally locked they do not have to be self-closing.

b They shall be of the self-closing type.

c They shall be capable of being closed from a control station unless they are normally closed.

d They can have hold back hooks not subject to control station release providing the emergency plan details a person to close them.

Carbon di- oxide is heavier than air

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

What information is found on a ship's fire plan?

a The duties of each crew member in case of fire

b The signal used on the ship to indicate there is a fire.

c The action to take if you heard the fire alarm.

d The locations of various firefighting appliances and equipment.

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

Fire extinguishers are classified by

a The type of fire they are used on

b Size of the fire put out

c The temperature of fire

d The colour of the fire

Class D fires involve

a Fire involving metal

b Fire involving liquids

c Fire involving Gas/Electrical

d Fire involving solid material

Carbon- dioxide(CO2) release alarm is fitted outside the engine room?

a True

b False

Stairways and corridors used as means of escape shall not be less than 700 mm in clear width

a False

b True

Low expansion foam is suitable for fighting fires in

a Accommodation

b Cargo Holds

c Deck of a ship

d Engine Room

"Fuel oil from a leaking fuel pipe has been collected in a drip tray under the boiler furnace. The oil is suddenly ignited by a backflash from the boiler burner. The boiler room is manned and the person present has the choice of various extinguishers. The fire is purely a surface fire. What would be the preferable extinguisher?"

a Powder

b Any of the mentioned alternatives

c CO2

d Water

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

What type of fire hose nozzles must be available on board?

a Dual purpose (jet/spray) type incorporating shutoff.

b Jet type.

c Dual purpose (jet/spray type).

d Spray type.

What does AFFF stands in relation to fire fighting?

a Active Fire fighting Foam

b Anti Fire fighting Foam

c Aqueous Film forming Foam

d Aqueous Fire fighting Foam

Ideally the adjustable jet/spray nozzle on a hose should be used as

a A spray of arc 60 degrees

b A jet

c A spray of arc 30 degrees

d A spray of arc 90 degrees

Fully pressurized gas carriers are designed for excess pressure in cargo tank above?

a 7 bar

b 8 bar

c 11 bar

d 15 bar

Multipurpose dry chemical extinguishers are effective on all classes except D and K fires

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.

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

a True

b False

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FPFF Exit Exam Mock - Questions and Answers Set 3

FPFF Exit Exam Mock - Questions and Answers Set 3

MCQ Practice Questions (30)

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The most effective method in the use of CO2 fire extinguisher is for the discharge to be directed at

There shall be at least one ___ Capacity or equivalent water extinguisher in each boiler room

Fire will not start without external spark or flame in flash point.

A class “B” fire is fueled by

Which of the following statements is NOT correct about high expansion foam?

Oily rags and metal twist pose a particular fire hazard because:

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

Means for forcing water out of a portable extinguisher

"In addition to a fire suit, a fireman's outfit also comprises breathing apparatus and a fireproof lifeline. According to SOLAS- how many such sets of fireman's outfit are required to be carried by all ships?"

"Which of the following statements does not apply to fire doors in main vertical zone bulkheads and stairway enclosures in passenger ships?"

Carbon di- oxide is heavier than air

Things to remember before opening the door of a fire compartment

What information is found on a ship's fire plan?

Which one is not chemical energy

Fire extinguishers are classified by

Class D fires involve

Carbon- dioxide(CO2) release alarm is fitted outside the engine room?

Stairways and corridors used as means of escape shall not be less than 700 mm in clear width

Low expansion foam is suitable for fighting fires in

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

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

What type of fire hose nozzles must be available on board?

What does AFFF stands in relation to fire fighting?

Ideally the adjustable jet/spray nozzle on a hose should be used as

Fully pressurized gas carriers are designed for excess pressure in cargo tank above?

Multipurpose dry chemical extinguishers are effective on all classes except D and K fires

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

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

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