USCG Exam Practice · Fueling procedures and pollution prevention
Per 46 CFR §185.608, remote fuel shutoff station markings must use letters of at least what height?
- A12 millimeters (0.5 inch)
- B19 millimeters (0.75 inch)
- C25 millimeters (1 inch)✓ correct
- D50 millimeters (2 inches)
Why C is correct
46 CFR §185.608 specifies that remote fuel shutoff stations must be marked in clearly legible letters at least 25 millimeters (1 inch) high, indicating the purpose of the valve and direction of operation.
Cited:46 CFR §185.608
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