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Q5. a) Briefly describe the cargo hold fire detection system on a bulk carrier, and how does the system function to detect and alert the crew to the presence of a fire? (10)

b) Give reasons why fire detectors in cargo holds differ from those in machinery spaces. (5)

c) Describe how to verify that each is in working order. (5)

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2018/JAN/02

Q2. (a) Give reasons why fire detectors in cargo holds differ from those in machinery spaces. (b) Describe how to verify that each is in working order.