Who are the Fire Safety Council Members?

• A. FSO, Vessel Representative, Engineering Representative
• B. Captain, Chief Engineer, Safety Officer
• C. Crew Supervisor, Maintenance Supervisor, Safety Instructor
• D. Port Authority, Vessel Master, Safety Inspector

Answer: (A)

Fire safety governance on a vessel is handled by a council that brings together the person in charge of fire safety and two shipboard representatives who bridge operations and engineering. The Fire Safety Officer leads this group to ensure compliance, plan drills, and coordinate incident response. A Vessel Representative keeps safety plans practical for day-to-day operations and ensures crew actions align with policy. An Engineering Representative focuses on the safety of propulsion and auxiliary systems—fuel, electrical, ventilation, and other machinery—so that safety measures and maintenance consider how these systems affect fire risk. This trio covers both the administrative side of fire safety and the technical realities of the engine room and ship operations, creating a balanced and effective approach. External parties like port authorities or safety inspectors aren’t part of the ship’s internal council, and while the Captain or Chief Engineer play vital safety roles, the formal council is defined by the Fire Safety Officer plus these two shipboard representatives. Therefore, the best answer is a Fire Safety Officer, Vessel Representative, and Engineering Representative.