Question 2620 Deck General

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While taking on fuel oil, the transfer hose leaks causing a sheen on the water. What action should you take?

A apply dispersants to the sheen
B reduce the rate of transfer
C repair the leak with duct tape
D shut down operations
AI Explanation

The correct answer is D) shut down operations. When a fuel oil transfer hose leaks and causes a sheen on the water, the appropriate action is to immediately shut down the fuel transfer operations. This is in accordance with regulations that prohibit the discharge of oil into navigable waters of the United States. Applying dispersants (A) is generally not recommended, as it can further spread the oil and make the situation worse. Reducing the transfer rate (B) may help, but the leak should be stopped completely. Attempting to repair the leak with duct tape (C) is not a proper solution and could potentially lead to further issues.

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