Question 227General Subjects - 1st Asst/Chief

The correct answer is D) the vessel's Certificate of Inspection. The Certificate of Inspection (COI) issued by the U.S. Coast Guard specifies the minimum firefighting equipment required to be maintained onboard a tank vessel. The COI outlines the vessel's equipment, safety, and operational requirements, including the firefighting systems and equipment that must be present. This information is determined by Coast Guard regulations and is specific to the particular tank vessel. The other options are incorrect because they do not directly specify the firefighting equipment requirements. The U.S.C.G. Firefighting Manual for Tank Vessels provides general guidance, but does not list the specific requirements for a given vessel. The U.S.C.G. Equipment List is a broader document, and the vessel's current articles do not necessarily include the detailed firefighting equipment details.