🔍 Key Concepts

• Care and maintenance of fire hoses on board vessels • Effect of salt vs fresh water on hose materials • Impact of harsh cleaners or abrasives on fabric and rubber fire hose

💭 Think About

• Which option would best extend the life of a fire hose’s fabric and rubber lining? • Which materials or methods listed could damage or weaken the hose over time? • On a ship, what kind of cleaning would you expect for safety‑critical equipment that must stay flexible and strong?

✅ Before You Answer

• Eliminate anything that is abrasive enough to wear away hose fibers • Eliminate anything that is chemically harsh and could attack rubber or fabric • Look for the choice that sounds like a gentle, protective cleaning method suitable for long‑term hose storage