AFF Exit Exam Questions and Answers Part-2
Advanced Fire Fighting (AFF) exit exam questions for DG Shipping seafarers. marinefriend.com
Question 1: What is the minimum number of sets of fireman’s outfit required on a cargo ship?
A) 1
B) 2
C) 3
D) 4
Answer: B) 2
Question 2: Which of the following is NOT a component of the fire tetrahedron?
A) Heat
B) Fuel
C) Oxygen
D) Nitrogen
Answer: D) Nitrogen
Question 3: In a CO2 fixed fire-fighting system, what is the recommended minimum CO2 concentration required to extinguish a fire in a machinery space?
A) 20%
B) 34%
C) 45%
D) 50%
Answer: B) 34%
Question 4: What type of foam is most effective for fighting fires involving water-miscible (polar) flammable liquids such as alcohol?
A) Protein foam
B) AFFF (Aqueous Film Forming Foam)
C) AR-AFFF (Alcohol-Resistant AFFF)
D) Synthetic foam
Answer: C) AR-AFFF (Alcohol-Resistant AFFF)
Question 5: Which SOLAS chapter primarily deals with fire protection, fire detection, and fire extinction on ships?
A) Chapter II-1
B) Chapter II-2
C) Chapter III
D) Chapter IV
Answer: B) Chapter II-2
Question 6: What is the primary hazard of back-draft during a shipboard fire?
A) Excessive water damage
B) Sudden explosive ignition when oxygen is re-introduced
C) Rapid cooling of the compartment
D) Increased smoke density
Answer: B) Sudden explosive ignition when oxygen is re-introduced
Question 7: When entering a smoke-filled compartment, what is the correct buddy system rule for firefighters?
A) One firefighter enters alone with radio contact
B) A minimum of two firefighters always enter together
C) Three firefighters enter while one monitors outside
D) Entry is not permitted under any circumstances
Answer: B) A minimum of two firefighters always enter together
Question 8: What does the term “flash point” mean in the context of fire fighting?
A) The temperature at which a substance auto-ignites
B) The lowest temperature at which vapours ignite momentarily with an external source
C) The temperature at which continuous burning begins
D) The highest temperature a fuel can reach
Answer: B) The lowest temperature at which vapours ignite momentarily with an external source
Question 9: Which portable fire extinguisher should NOT be used on a Class B fire (flammable liquids)?
A) Dry powder
B) CO2
C) Foam
D) Water jet
Answer: D) Water jet
Question 10: What is the main purpose of an Emergency Fire Pump on a ship?
A) To supply foam concentrate to monitors
B) To provide an independent water supply if the main fire pump fails
C) To pressurize the inert gas system
D) To supply water to the CO2 room
Answer: B) To provide an independent water supply if the main fire pump fails
Question 11: In which situation should a CO2 system NOT be released immediately into a machinery space?
A) When a major fuel oil fire is confirmed
B) When all personnel have NOT been evacuated from the space
C) When the fire has spread to the bilges
D) When the main engine is running
Answer: B) When all personnel have NOT been evacuated from the space
Question 12: What is the correct action when a Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) low-pressure alarm activates?
A) Continue the operation and finish the task
B) Immediately withdraw from the compartment
C) Switch to a secondary air supply inside the space
D) Remove the mask and breathe ambient air
Answer: B) Immediately withdraw from the compartment
Question 13: Which class of fire involves energized electrical equipment?
A) Class A
B) Class B
C) Class C
D) Class D
Answer: C) Class C
Question 14: What is the primary purpose of a thermal imaging camera (TIC) during firefighting?
A) To measure smoke concentration levels
B) To detect heat sources through smoke and darkness
C) To communicate with shore-based fire brigades
D) To identify the type of fuel burning
Answer: B) To detect heat sources through smoke and darkness
Question 15: What does “foam expansion ratio” mean?
A) The rate at which foam concentrate is mixed with water
B) The volume of finished foam produced from a unit volume of foam solution
C) The thickness of foam blanket applied on a fire
D) The pressure at which foam is discharged
Answer: B) The volume of finished foam produced from a unit volume of foam solution
Question 16: Which section of the fireman’s outfit protects the hands from heat and flame?
A) Safety boots
B) Fire-resistant gloves
C) Lifeline
D) Safety lamp
Answer: B) Fire-resistant gloves
Question 17: What is the primary cause of most fire-related deaths in shipboard fires?
A) Burns from direct flame contact
B) Explosion injuries
C) Smoke inhalation and toxic gases
D) Structural collapse
Answer: C) Smoke inhalation and toxic gases
Question 18: How should a hose team position themselves when attacking a cargo hold fire?
A) Directly above the open hatch
B) At the side and slightly upwind of the hatch opening
C) Below the hatch on the cargo deck
D) Inside the hold at the base of the fire
Answer: B) At the side and slightly upwind of the hatch opening
Question 19: Which of the following is a correct firefighting technique for a Class A fire in an enclosed space?
A) Apply dry powder and close the space
B) Apply water in fog pattern to cool and suppress fire
C) Introduce CO2 without any water
D) Ventilate the space fully before applying foam
Answer: B) Apply water in fog pattern to cool and suppress fire
Question 20: What is the function of a “deadman” alarm on an SCBA set?
A) It signals when the oxygen level drops below 21%
B) It activates when the wearer remains motionless for a set period, indicating incapacitation
C) It measures ambient temperature inside a fire compartment
D) It triggers automatic foam release
Answer: B) It activates when the wearer remains motionless for a set period, indicating incapacitation
Question 21: In the context of shipboard firefighting, what does “RECC” stand for in fire team roles?
A) Rescue, Extinguish, Control, Communicate
B) Rescue, Entry, Containment, Communication
C) Response, Evacuation, Command, Control
D) Rescue, Evacuation, Control, Cooling
Answer: A) Rescue, Extinguish, Control, Communicate
Question 22: What type of fixed fire detection system works by detecting products of combustion (ionized particles)?
A) Heat detector
B) Smoke detector (optical)
C) Ionization detector
D) Flame detector
Answer: C) Ionization detector
Question 23: What is the correct procedure before opening a fire-affected door or hatch?
A) Open it quickly to provide ventilation to firefighters
B) Feel the door for heat and approach from the hinged side when opening
C) Immediately break the door down using an axe
D) Spray water through the door gap before opening fully
Answer: B) Feel the door for heat and approach from the hinged side when opening
Question 24: Which IMO publication provides the international standard for fire training manuals on ships?
A) ISM Code
B) SOLAS Regulation II-2/15
C) MARPOL Annex I
D) STCW Code Section A-VI/3
Answer: D) STCW Code Section A-VI/3
Question 25: What is the primary firefighting advantage of a high-expansion foam system in an enclosed space?
A) It provides oxygen to personnel inside
B) It rapidly fills the space, smothering the fire and displacing oxygen
C) It cools the fire by high-pressure water discharge
D) It prevents re-ignition through a chemical reaction
Answer: B) It rapidly fills the space, smothering the fire and displacing oxygen
Question 26: When conducting search and rescue inside a smoke-filled compartment, what is the correct search technique?
A) Random search without any guideline
B) Systematic search following a wall on one side using a lifeline
C) Search in the centre of the compartment first
D) Rely only on the thermal imaging camera without physical contact
Answer: B) Systematic search following a wall on one side using a lifeline
Question 27: What does “fire loading” refer to on a ship?
A) The weight of firefighting equipment carried
B) The total amount of combustible material present in a compartment
C) The number of fire crew assigned to an emergency
D) The pressure rating of the fire main
Answer: B) The total amount of combustible material present in a compartment
Question 28: A fire in the paint locker is best extinguished using which fixed system?
A) CO2 system
B) Water mist system
C) High-expansion foam
D) Dry powder
Answer: A) CO2 system
Question 29: What precaution must be taken before recharging an SCBA cylinder onboard?
A) Check that the regulator is functioning
B) Ensure the cylinder is completely empty before refilling
C) Verify the cylinder is within its hydrostatic test date and inspect for damage
D) Remove the pressure gauge before connecting to the charging panel
Answer: C) Verify the cylinder is within its hydrostatic test date and inspect for damage
Question 30: What is the meaning of “fire point” as distinct from “flash point”?
A) The temperature at which spontaneous ignition occurs
B) The temperature at which a liquid produces vapours that sustain continuous burning after ignition
C) The lowest temperature at which a substance can catch fire momentarily
D) The temperature recorded at the centre of a fire
Answer: B) The temperature at which a liquid produces vapours that sustain continuous burning after ignition
These questions are prepared for the DG Shipping AFF Exit Exam and are based on STCW standards and DG Shipping e-learning curriculum. For more AFF questions, visit marinefriend.com/aff