Question 1786 Deck Safety

The correct answer is A) Pump out the forepeak tank. Pumping out the forepeak tank is the least desirable method from a stability standpoint because it will raise the vessel's center of gravity, decreasing its stability. This could make the vessel more prone to capsizing, which is the opposite of what you want to do when a vessel is grounded. The other options, such as shifting cargo aft or discharging forward cargo, would help to lower the vessel's center of gravity and improve stability. Flooding an after double-bottom tank would also help distribute the weight more evenly, improving the vessel's stability.