Question 3052 Deck General

The correct answer is D) U.S. government. The Oil Record Book is a mandatory record of all operations involving oil or oily mixtures on board a vessel, as required by the International Convention for the Prevention of Pollution from Ships (MARPOL). This record book is the property of the U.S. government, as it is a crucial document for enforcing environmental regulations and ensuring compliance with MARPOL requirements. The other options are incorrect because the charterer, owner, or master of the vessel do not own the Oil Record Book; it is a government-mandated document that must be maintained and made available for inspection by the U.S. Coast Guard or other authorized agencies.