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What is Explosion Risk?

Explosion Risk The immediate or potential danger of explosion caused by flammable vapours, gases, or dust in confined spaces or cargo areas, requiring hazard controls per SOLAS and ISGOTT.

Source: IMO SMCP, STCW Convention, SOLAS, COLREG

How is “Explosion Risk” Used in Practice?

Vessel to terminal: All cargo tank atmospheres have been checked for explosion risk and are below lower explosive limits.

Certification Exam Relevance

STCWMarlins TestISF WatchkeeperGMDSS

Who Needs to Know This Term?

  • Deck Officers
  • Engine Officers
  • Masters

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What is Explosion Risk?

The immediate or potential danger of explosion caused by flammable vapours, gases, or dust in confined spaces or cargo areas, requiring hazard controls per SOLAS and ISGOTT.

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