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A small electrical fire breaks out in the galley behind a running appliance. What is the MOST appropriate first response?
A. Open all galley doors and windows first to clear smoke before doing anything else
B. Wait for the Chief Engineer, since electrical fires are outside deck crew responsibility
C. Throw water over it immediately to cool it down
D. Isolate the electrical supply if safely possible, then use a CO2 or dry powder extinguisher appropriate for electrical (Class C-type) fires, and raise the alarm
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A. Nothing — a test lift can proceed immediately after repairs
B. The area within the grab's swing radius should be cleared of personnel before the lift
C. Testing should wait until cargo operations begin
D. Only the crane operator needs to be aware the lift is happening
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A. Only the weather forecast for the next watch
B. The lunch schedule for the deck team
C. Who must remain clear of the exclusion zone while the lift takes place
D. The cargo manifest for the next port
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