USCG Exam PracticeLube oil and fuel oil systems
Under 46 CFR §56.50-60, which of the following statements correctly describes the prohibition on fuel oil tank placement relative to boilers?
- ✓ Fuel oil tanks overhanging boilers are prohibitedCorrect
- B. Fuel oil tanks may overhang boilers only if the tanks are fitted with remote shutoff valves
- C. Fuel oil tanks must be separated from boilers by a cofferdam but may be located directly above them
- D. Fuel oil tanks overhanging boilers are permitted provided the piping uses only welded joints
Why A is correct
46 CFR §56.50-60(e) states without qualification that fuel oil tanks overhanging boilers are prohibited. No exception for remote valves, cofferdams, or welded piping is provided in the regulation.
Cited:46 CFR §56.50-60