How many fire extinguishers, and what type, are required on an unmanned oil barge during transfer operations, if the barge has no cargo pumps aboard?

Correct Answer: Option C — One B-II

Under 46 CFR 34.50-10, an unmanned tank barge undergoing cargo transfer that does not have cargo pumps on board is only required to have at least one B-II hand-portable fire extinguisher on scene to meet basic safety and regulatory compliance.