| A fire has been reported in the ship's laundry room. As Chief Engineer you direct the team leader of the #1 emergency squad to secure ventilation to the space. What would your next command be to the emergency team leader, before they can actually start extinguishing the fire? |
| A) Prepare extra fire hoses. |
| B) Have electrical power secured to the laundry room. A lock-out tag should be placed on the breaker or switch stating the circuit has been de-energized, to protect crew members from electrical shock. |
| C) Prepare extra portable fire extinguishers. |
| D) Prepare the lifeboats to abandon ship. |
