Question 1439 Deck General

The correct answer is C) declaration of inspection. According to U.S. regulations, no person may transfer oil to or from a vessel unless each person in charge has signed a declaration of inspection. This document certifies that the transfer operation has been properly prepared and safety precautions have been taken, as required by the regulations governing oil transfer operations. The other options are incorrect because they do not specifically address the requirement for a signed declaration of inspection prior to an oil transfer. The valve inspection record, oil record book, and certificate of inspection are related documents, but they do not serve the same purpose as the declaration of inspection for oil transfers.