Question 2307 Deck General

The correct answer is C) Stop the fueling. The reasoning is that if you notice oil on the water around your vessel while taking on fuel, the first and most immediate action you should take is to stop the fueling operation. This is to prevent any further release or spill of oil into the water. Stopping the fueling stops the source of the oil spill and is the critical first step to address the situation. The other options, while potentially important, are not the first action you should take. Determining the source can wait until the fueling is stopped. Notifying the terminal superintendent or the Coast Guard are also important, but should be done after stopping the fuel transfer to prevent additional spill.