Question 206Safety & Environmental - 1st Asst/Chief

The correct answer is B) Set out a boom around the ship to control the spread of the oil. This is the correct response because when an oil spill occurs during a transfer operation, the primary immediate action is to contain the spill and prevent further environmental damage. Setting out a boom around the ship is a standard procedure to control the spread of the spilled oil. This action is required by regulations to mitigate the impact of the spill. The other options are incorrect because they do not address the immediate need to contain the spill. Performing post-incident testing, notifying the media, and completing a Declaration of Inspection are all important steps, but they should be done after the spill has been contained.