Safety, Fire & Survival · Enclosed Spaces — Drills
Under SOLAS, enclosed-space entry and rescue drills must be conducted:
- AOnly once when the ship is built
- BEvery five years
- COnly when an inspector requires it
- DAt least once every two months✓ Correct
Explanation
SOLAS requires crew members with enclosed-space entry or rescue responsibilities to participate in a drill at least once every two months, covering atmosphere checking, equipment use, communications, and rescue procedures.
Authority: SOLAS Chapter III, Reg. 19 (enclosed-space entry and rescue drills)
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