You are the Chief Engineer of a vessel of more than 1600 gross tons on an international voyage. While in port working cargo a fire is reported in the...

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You are the Chief Engineer of a vessel of more than 1600 gross tons on an international voyage. While in port working cargo a fire is reported in the engine room. Shore side fire fighting assistance has been requested. How would you proceed?

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Use the ship's Fire Control Plan and coordinate with shore side fire fighters to extinguish the fire.

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You are the Chief Engineer of a vessel of more than 1600 gross tons on an international voyage. While in port working cargo a fire is reported in the engine room. Shore side fire fighting assistance has been requested. How would you proceed?

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