Question 828 Deck General

The correct answer is B) on or near the vessel's bridge except when docked in a U.S. port. According to U.S. regulations, vessels transporting hazardous materials are required to have a Dangerous Cargo Manifest, which must be kept on or near the vessel's bridge except when the vessel is docked in a U.S. port. This regulation ensures that the manifest is readily accessible to the crew in case of an emergency or inspection, but allows the document to be stored elsewhere when the vessel is in a U.S. port and can be more easily accessed. The other options are incorrect because A) the manifest must be kept on or near the bridge at all times, not just when underway, C) the manifest is not required to be in the Master's possession at all times, and D) the manifest is not required to be kept in the Cargo Office while underway.