TASCO Exit Exam • Set 7 Question 14 of 30

Select the correct statement regarding operation of the portable pumps?

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Option A: Ensure that only the lower half of the pump is submerged and is lowered as the cargo level falls. **Correct answer : Ensure that only the lower half of the pump is submerged and is lowered as the cargo level falls.**

During operation, the portable pump must be lowered as the liquid level drops to maintain suction. Submerging only the lower half ensures the intake remains flooded while preventing the pump from resting on bottom sediments that could clog it.

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Ensure that only the lower half of the pump is submerged and is lowered as the cargo level falls. **Correct answer : Ensure that only the lower half of the pump is submerged and is lowered as the cargo level falls.** (Correct Answer)

Make sure that the portable pump is completely submerged and lowered till the bottom of the tank and then start the pumping operation

Before using portable pump, rig the pump on the deck and while pumping, lower the hose in the tank

When the liquid cargo level goes down, lower the hose accordingly, keeping the rigged pump on the deck

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Relevant Framework: STCW 2010 Manila Amendments • DG Shipping E-Learning & Exit Exam Standards • Advanced Training for Oil Tanker Cargo Operations (TASCO).

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