OCTCO/OCTF Exit Exam • Set 7 Question 10 of 30
If at sea the inert gas low pressure alarm is activated it may be necessary to conduct____?
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Direct Answer
Option C: Inert gas topping up operations
If the inert gas low-pressure alarm activates during a loaded sea passage, the crew must initiate inert gas topping-up operations to restore positive pressure in the cargo tanks.
All Options
A
Cargo heating operations to raise the pressure
B
Cargo transfer operation to raise the pressure
C
Inert gas topping up operations
(Correct Answer)
D
Reduce engine speed to allow safe ingress of atmospheric air
Detailed Explanation & Context
If the inert gas low-pressure alarm activates during a loaded sea passage, the crew must initiate inert gas topping-up operations to restore positive pressure in the cargo tanks.
Relevant Framework: STCW 2010 Manila Amendments • DG Shipping E-Learning & Exit Exam Standards • Oil and Chemical Tanker Cargo Operations (OCTCO/OCTF).
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