PSSR Exit Exam • Set 2 Question 21 of 30
Most minor oil product spills occurring during shipboard operations are caused by:
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Direct Answer
Option C: Human error
Most minor spills result from human error—such as forgetting to close a valve or failing to monitor gauges—rather than catastrophic equipment failure. Vigilance and adherence to procedures are the best preventions against these spills.
All Options
A
Unforeseeable weather conditions
B
Equipment failure
C
Human error
(Correct Answer)
D
Major casualties
Detailed Explanation & Context
Most minor spills result from human error—such as forgetting to close a valve or failing to monitor gauges—rather than catastrophic equipment failure. Vigilance and adherence to procedures are the best preventions against these spills.
Relevant Framework: STCW 2010 Manila Amendments • DG Shipping E-Learning & Exit Exam Standards • Personal Safety & Social Responsibilities (PSSR).
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