USCG Exam Practice · Fueling procedures and pollution prevention
According to 46 CFR §28.335, each integral fuel tank vent pipe must terminate with what configuration on the weather deck?
- AA 90-degree bend fitted with a check valve
- BA straight open pipe fitted with a flame screen
- CA 180-degree bend fitted with a flame screen✓ correct
- DA 45-degree bend fitted with a pressure relief valve
Why C is correct
46 CFR §28.335(d)(1) requires each integral fuel tank vent pipe to be connected to the highest point of the tank, terminate in a 180-degree bend on a weather deck, and be fitted with a flame screen. No other bend angle or valve type satisfies this requirement.
Cited:46 CFR §28.335
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