In accordance with regulations, what is the required bursting pressure of a cargo hose used for transferring liquefied gases?
Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation
Correct Answer: Option C — 5 times the maximum working pressure on the hose during cargo transfer
Under 46 CFR 154.1020 and USCG safety standards, cargo hoses used for transferring liquefied gases must have a minimum bursting pressure of at least 5 times the maximum allowable working pressure to ensure a high safety margin against catastrophic failure.
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