Connecticut Safe Boating Practice Test

For a boat between 26 and 40 feet, what is the minimum requirement for fire extinguishers if there is no fixed system?

1. One B-I

2. Two B-1

3. One B-II

4. One B-I and one B-II

The correct answer is: Two B-1

For a boat measuring between 26 and 40 feet in length without a fixed fire extinguishing system, the minimum requirement is to have two B-1 fire extinguishers on board. B-1 extinguishers are portable and specifically designed to handle a variety of fire types that may arise on a vessel, such as those involving flammable liquids or electrical equipment. Given the size of the boat, having two B-1 extinguishers ensures that there is an adequate fire-fighting capability for both crew and passengers. This requirement is established to enhance safety by ensuring that there are enough extinguishers available in a critical emergency situation, particularly on larger boats where the potential for a significant fire hazard increases. This regulation takes into account the space available for storage and access to the extinguishers, making it essential to have multiple readily accessible fire-fighting tools.