Deck General USCG Question #2509 (Set 79)

When cleaning up an oil spill in U.S. waters you must obtain the approval of the Federal On-Scene Coordinator before using which of the following?

Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation

Correct Answer: Option A — chemical agents

Pursuant to the National Contingency Plan and 33 CFR 153.305, chemical agents and dispersants cannot be applied in U.S. waters during a spill response without prior authorization from the pre-designated Federal On-Scene Coordinator.

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