Question 4354 Deck General

The correct answer is A) both port-side ballast pumps. In the case of minor damage to a lower-hull tank, the standard procedure is to use the port-side ballast pumps to pump out the affected tank. This is because the port-side ballast pumps are specifically designed and designated for the purpose of transferring ballast water between tanks. Using the port-side ballast pumps ensures a controlled and regulated transfer of ballast water, which is essential for maintaining the stability and trim of the vessel. The other options are incorrect because: B) using the drill water pump would not be the appropriate system for transferring ballast water; C) using all four ballast pumps would be unnecessary and could potentially overcompensate; and D) using the saltwater service pump would not be the designated system for ballast water transfer.