SAMS Safety Systems and Equipment 4

Question 1

When assessing a vessel's smoke detection system in a sleeping cabin, a SAMS surveyor should verify that detectors conform to which standard?

Accepted Answer

UL 217 listed units installed per ABYC H-2.8

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NFPA 72 and ABYC A-1

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SOLAS Chapter II-2 fire detection requirements

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IMO MSC/Circ.1232 residential smoke alarms

Question 2

A surveyor finds a propane locker that drains into the engine compartment bilge. What is the significance of this deficiency?

Accepted Answer

Propane is heavier than air and could accumulate in the bilge creating an explosion hazard

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It is acceptable if the bilge pump is operational

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It is only a concern if the vessel carries more than two 20-lb tanks

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The drain simply needs a check valve installed to be compliant

Question 3

Under 33 CFR 175.130, vessels between 26 and 40 feet operating on coastal waters must carry how many USCG-approved day/night visual distress signals?

Accepted Answer

Three day signals and three night signals (or three combination)

Answer

One day signal and one night signal

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Six pyrotechnic devices of any type

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Two combination day/night signals minimum

Question 4

What is the maximum allowable age for a hydrostatic release unit (HRU) used with a life raft before mandatory replacement?

Accepted Answer

2 years

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5 years

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10 years

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3 years

Question 5

A surveyor is evaluating an automatic fixed fire detection system in a vessel's engine room. The system uses rate-of-rise heat detectors. What is a key limitation of this type?

Accepted Answer

They may not activate during a slow-developing fire that doesn't produce a rapid temperature rise

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They are ineffective above 50°F ambient temperature

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They are prohibited in engine rooms by ABYC standards

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They require monthly calibration by a certified technician

Question 6

According to ABYC standards, what material is prohibited for use as hose in a fuel fill system below the deck fitting?

Accepted Answer

Reinforced clear vinyl hose

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Type A1 fuel fill hose

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USCG Type A2 hose

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Corrugated stainless steel tubing

Question 7

Which of the following best describes the purpose of a high-water bilge alarm on a recreational vessel?

Accepted Answer

To alert the crew that bilge water has reached a dangerous level requiring immediate action

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To automatically activate the bilge pump when water reaches a preset level

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To comply with EPA discharge regulations by monitoring overboard discharge

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To measure the rate of water ingress for damage stability calculations