An inert gas system incorporating a...

Question 1 of 270705eccef9dbacbc34ba4d45d00

An inert gas system incorporating a separately fired inert gas generator shall be provided with visual and audible alarms to indicate failure of the power supply to the generator, the automatic control system, and __________.

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Question 1 of 27070

🔍 Key Concepts

• Inert gas systems on tankers and their safety functions • What specific failures must trigger alarms under SOLAS and 46 CFR • Difference between normal process variations (temperature, fuel rate) and critical safety interlocks

💭 Think About

• Which of these options, if it failed, would most directly threaten the safe operation of the inert gas generator or the protection of cargo tanks? • Think about what the inert gas generator absolutely needs to keep running safely and prevent overheating or damage. • Which parameter is most likely to be continuously monitored as part of a basic safety interlock system rather than just process optimization?

✅ Before You Answer

• Verify in 46 CFR and SOLAS requirements for inert gas systems what items MUST have alarms on separately fired inert gas generators. • Ask yourself which option, if lost suddenly, could quickly lead to equipment damage or unsafe gas delivery to cargo tanks. • Eliminate options that are more about efficiency or performance rather than core safety protection.