Question 61 RVR03 - Mate of LT 500-1600 GRT

The Correct Answer is C **Explanation for Option C (Correct):** 33 CFR (Code of Federal Regulations, Title 33 - Navigation and Navigable Waters) part 156 is titled "Oil and Hazardous Material Transfer Operations." This regulation, enforced by the U.S. Coast Guard, specifically details the requirements, procedures, and safety standards that must be followed during the transfer of oil or hazardous materials between vessels and onshore facilities, or between vessels. **Explanation for Other Options (Incorrect):** * **A) Operation of nautical school ships:** This type of regulatory information is primarily found in other sections of the CFR, notably parts 167-169, which deal with rules of the road and inland navigation, or specific regulations regarding training and licensing (e.g., 46 CFR). It is not the focus of Part 156. * **B) Lifesaving and firefighting equipment:** Regulations for lifesaving, fire protection, and related safety equipment are primarily codified in 46 CFR (Shipping), specifically Subchapter T (Small Passenger Vessels), Subchapter H (Passenger Vessels), or Subchapter C (Uninspected Vessels). Part 156 focuses on transfer procedures, not onboard safety equipment specifications. * **D) Vessel construction and design:** Rules regarding the actual construction, stability, subdivision, and design of vessels are comprehensively covered in 46 CFR (Shipping), often found in Subchapters such as S (Subdivision and Stability) or parts related to structural integrity. 33 CFR part 156 addresses operational safety during transfers, not the vessel's physical build standards.