CHEMCO Exit Exam • Set 13 Question 8 of 30

As per requirements of Marpol, Annex 1, all ships delivered on or after 1st Aug. 2010 with an aggregate oil fuel capacity 600 m3 and above, the oil fuel can be carried in

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Option C: Deep tanks in protective locations

MARPOL Annex I, Regulation 12A, for ships delivered after August 1, 2010, with aggregate oil fuel capacity exceeding 600 m³, mandates oil fuel tanks be located in protective locations. This prevents oil spills in case of grounding or collision, ensuring environmental protection.

All Options

Any of the tanks without any restriction

Deep tanks and Double bottom tanks

Deep tanks in protective locations (Correct Answer)

Double bottom tanks not extending upto the ship's side

Detailed Explanation & Context

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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