Question 1454 Deck General

The correct answer is C) order the shore facility to shut down. When a tank valve jams open during bulk liquid cargo loading, the first priority is to stop the flow of cargo and contain the spill. Ordering the shore facility to shut down the loading operation is the quickest way to stop the flow and prevent further spilling. This is in line with Coast Guard regulations that require immediate action to stop the release of hazardous cargo. The other options are not the best first actions. Unplugging the deck scuppers (A) would allow the spill to spread, calling the chief engineer (B) takes time, and running out the fire hose (D) does not address the root cause of the issue.