When the scuppers are plugged and an oil spill occurs on deck, you should __________.

Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation

Correct Answer: Option B — use absorbent material, such as sawdust, to clean up the spill

When deck scuppers are plugged to contain an accidental spill, washing fuel overboard violates environmental laws. Instead, authorized procedures require using approved absorbent materials, such as sawdust or pads, to clean and recover the spilled product.

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