Oil sprays on to a hot piece of machinery, catches fire and causes $35,000 damage to your vessel. By law this must be reported to the __________.

Correct Answer: Option C — Officer in Charge, Marine Inspection at the first port of arrival

46 CFR Part 4 requires the reporting of marine casualties involving significant property damage. When a casualty results in damage exceeding the established threshold, the Master or person in charge must report the incident to the nearest Officer in Charge, Marine Inspection (OCMI) at the first port of arrival.