USCG Exam PracticeLube oil and fuel oil systems
Under 46 CFR §56.50-70, gasoline fuel tank vent pipes must terminate at least how far above the weather deck and how far from any opening into living quarters?
- ✓ 2 feet above the weather deck and not less than 3 feet from any opening into living quartersCorrect
- B. 3 feet above the weather deck and not less than 2 feet from any opening into living quarters
- C. 2 feet above the weather deck and not less than 6 feet from any opening into living quarters
- D. 18 inches above the weather deck and not less than 3 feet from any opening into living quarters
Why A is correct
46 CFR §56.50-70(h) specifies that vent pipes must terminate at least 2 feet above the weather deck and not less than 3 feet from any opening into living quarters or other below-deck space. The other dimensions listed are not found in the regulation.
Cited:46 CFR §56.50-70