Question 1226 Deck General

The correct answer is A) plug the scuppers. Before bunkering (taking on fuel), you should plug the scuppers to prevent any potential spills or overflows from reaching the water. Scuppers are openings in the deck that allow water to drain overboard, so plugging them prevents fuel from escaping into the surrounding waters in the event of an accidental spill. The other answer choices are incorrect because: B) Closing the lids on the vents is not a necessary precaution for bunkering. C) Plugging the vents is not required, as the vents need to remain open to allow proper airflow and ventilation. D) Plugging the sounding pipes is not a common precaution for bunkering operations.