Question 1468 Deck General

The correct answer is D) Order the dock man to shut down. When a cargo valve jams open during bulk liquid cargo loading, the first action you should take is to order the dock man to shut down the loading operation. This is the most immediate and critical step to prevent an uncontrolled release of cargo, which could lead to a spill, fire, or other hazardous situation. Shutting down the loading operation will stop the flow of cargo and allow you to safely assess and address the jammed valve. The other options are not the correct first action. Tripping the pump relief valve (A) or running out the fire hose (B) would not immediately stop the cargo flow. Calling the owner, operator, or terminal supervisor (C) would delay the critical step of shutting down the loading.