Which fuel is used in a survival craft's engine?
• SOLAS requirements for survival craft engines and their fuel • Fire and explosion risk of different fuel types on small enclosed craft • Storage stability and safety of fuels in emergency equipment
• Which of these fuels would be safest to store for long periods inside or on an enclosed lifeboat or rescue boat? • Which fuel type presents the least risk of vapors igniting or exploding in a confined space? • Think about what commercial ships commonly use for their main and auxiliary engines—does that influence what is chosen for survival craft?
• Compare volatility and vapor explosion risk of each fuel type • Consider long‑term storage and stability in emergency equipment that may not be used for months or years • Ask which fuel is most commonly used in marine engines for reliability and safety
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