Question 1712 Deck Safety

The correct answer is A) pump from the damaged tank. The wooden plug inserted in the vent of a damaged tank should be removed if you are going to pump from the damaged tank. This is because the plug is meant to contain vapors and prevent air from entering the tank, which could create an explosive atmosphere. When pumping from the damaged tank, the plug needs to be removed to allow air to enter the tank and prevent the tank from collapsing. The other options are incorrect because removing the plug is not necessary for using the crossover system (B), fighting a fire (C), or abandoning ship (D). In those situations, the plug should remain in place to prevent the release of vapors and maintain the integrity of the damaged tank.