You are the Chief Mate of a 30,000-DWT tankship. The... - USCG Deck General

You are the Chief Mate of a 30,000-DWT tankship. The vessel is engaged in trade with another country signatory to MARPOL 73/78. Which statement is TRUE?

A The Certificate of Inspection serves as prima facie evidence of complying with MARPOL 73/78.

B The IOPP Certificate for an inspected vessel is valid for 5 years.

C An IOPP Certificate is renewed at each inspection for certification.

D An IOPP Certificate is invalidated if the ship carries cargoes outside the classes authorized thereon.

AI Explanation

The correct answer is B) The IOPP Certificate for an inspected vessel is valid for 5 years. This is correct because under MARPOL 73/78, an International Oil Pollution Prevention (IOPP) Certificate is required for vessels engaged in international trade. The IOPP Certificate is valid for a period of 5 years, after which it must be renewed upon the vessel's next scheduled inspection and certification. The other options are incorrect: A) The Certificate of Inspection does not serve as evidence of MARPOL 73/78 compliance. The IOPP Certificate specifically demonstrates compliance with international oil pollution prevention regulations. C) The IOPP Certificate is not renewed at each inspection, but rather has a 5-year validity period. D) Carrying cargoes outside the authorized classes on the IOPP Certificate does not necessarily invalidate the certificate, though it may require an amendment to the certificate.

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Question 3006 Deck General

You are the Chief Mate of a 30,000-DWT tankship. The vessel is engaged in trade with another country signatory to MARPOL 73/78. Which statement is TRUE?

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