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USCG Exam Practice · Fueling procedures and pollution prevention

A ship of 1,600 gross tons or more, constructed after June 30, 1974, must have a fixed containment system under or around each fuel oil tank vent, overflow, and fill pipe with a minimum capacity of which of the following?

  1. A5 U.S. gallons
  2. BOne-half barrel
  3. COne barrel✓ correct
  4. DTwo barrels

Why C is correct

33 CFR §155.320(a)(2) requires ships of 1,600 or more gross tons constructed after June 30, 1974 to have fixed containment with a capacity of one barrel. The one-half barrel requirement applies to ships of 300 or more but less than 1,600 gross tons.

Cited:33 CFR §155.320

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