Tanks of tankers do not exceed:
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Option C: 0.2 of ship’s length
To limit the outflow of oil in case of damage and to manage structural stresses, MARPOL Annex I, Regulation 22, stipulates that the maximum length of any cargo tank on an oil tanker should not exceed 0.2 times the ship's length. This principle is fundamental to tanker design for pollution prevention and structural integrity.
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Detailed Explanation & Context
To limit the outflow of oil in case of damage and to manage structural stresses, MARPOL Annex I, Regulation 22, stipulates that the maximum length of any cargo tank on an oil tanker should not exceed 0.2 times the ship's length. This principle is fundamental to tanker design for pollution prevention and structural integrity.
Relevant Framework: STCW 2010 Manila Amendments • DG Shipping E-Learning & Exit Exam Standards • Advanced Training for Chemical Tanker Cargo Operations (CHEMCO).
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