Deck Safety (Supplementary) USCG Question #1494 (Set 4)

When a tank vessel with a capacity of 250 barrels is transferring oil to a facility, U.S. regulations require an emergency means to stopping the flow of oil. Where must hese emergency means must be operable from?

Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation

Correct Answer: Option B — the usual operating station of the person in charge of the oil transfer

Title 33 CFR oil transfer regulations require a remote emergency shutdown (ESD) mechanism to be immediately accessible and operable from the usual operating station of the person in charge overseeing the transfer operations.

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