Question 2282 Deck General

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Which statement concerning an accidental oil spill in the navigable waters of the U.S. is TRUE?

A The Department of Interior is responsible for the cleanup of the spill.
B The person in charge must report the spill to the Coast Guard.
C A warning broadcast must be made by radiotelephone.
D The Corps of Engineers is responsible for the cleanup of the spill.
AI Explanation

The correct answer is B) The person in charge must report the spill to the Coast Guard. This is correct because under the Clean Water Act, the person in charge of a vessel or facility from which oil is discharged is required to immediately notify the National Response Center, which is operated by the U.S. Coast Guard. This ensures the Coast Guard is aware of the spill and can coordinate the appropriate response and cleanup efforts. The other answer choices are incorrect because: A) The Department of Interior is not responsible for oil spill cleanup, which is primarily handled by the Coast Guard and EPA. C) A warning broadcast is not a required immediate action. D) The Corps of Engineers does not have primary responsibility for oil spill cleanup.

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