Question 180Safety & Environmental - 1st Asst/Chief

The correct answer is D) not less than 3 years and be readily available for inspection. The Oil Record Book is a required logbook that must be maintained onboard vessels to record all operations related to the handling of oil and oily mixtures. As per Coast Guard regulations, the Oil Record Book must be retained onboard the vessel for not less than 3 years and be readily available for inspection by the Coast Guard or other authorized personnel. This ensures proper documentation and accountability for the vessel's oil management practices. The other options are incorrect because: A) the Oil Record Book is not required to be submitted to the Marine Safety Office, B) the requirement is not for the duration of the ship's active employment, and C) the Oil Record Book is not subject to an annual inspection, but must be maintained for at least 3 years.