USCG USCG Safety Eng
Set 2 • Question #34 of 254
Launch Interactive Practice Room As a precaution against oil spills when topping off fuel tanks, you should __________.
A
close the deck filling valve to reduce the pumping rate
B
close all tank vents to prevent overflow
C
fill the tank to the bottom of the expansion trunk
D
notify the shore pumping station to reduce the pumping rate as tanks near full capacity
✓ Correct Answer
USCG NMC Regulatory Explanation
Under MARPOL, SOLAS, and USCG Marine Engineering Safety regulations, regarding 'As a precaution against oil spills when topping off fuel tanks, you should', the mandated standard is: 'notify the shore pumping station to reduce the pumping rate as tanks near full capacity'.
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