This week’s question deals with Fire.  Having a fire onboard is not something anyone cares to experience.  However, even the best-maintained boats can still experience a fire.  Sometimes, it’s carelessness, sometimes, just equipment failure. Regardless of the cause, any fire must be dealt with quickly to prevent a major emergency.  Understanding what the different types of fires are and what will effectively extinguish them is a critical skill that every Captain must think about and prepare for.

QUESTION(S) OF THE WEEK

1. 1. What are the four classifications of fires one can experience onboard?
   2. The Coast Guard requires us to carry onboard a fire extinguisher(s) rated to extinguish which classification(s) of fire?
   3. Of the four classes of fire in question one, which class of fire are we least likely to have the necessary extinguishing agent onboard for?
   4. Referring to question 3, what is the most likely source of this class of fire?

Answers on Thursday.