CHEMCO Exit Exam • Set 3 Question 5 of 30
Most minor spills of oil products are caused by
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Direct Answer
Option B: human error
Human error is the predominant cause of minor oil spills. Inattentiveness during operations, procedural deviations, or inadequate training, as highlighted in the P&A Manual and ISGOTT, often lead to small but frequent releases.
All Options
A
equipment failure
B
human error
(Correct Answer)
C
major casualties
D
unforeseeable circumstances
Detailed Explanation & Context
Human error is the predominant cause of minor oil spills. Inattentiveness during operations, procedural deviations, or inadequate training, as highlighted in the P&A Manual and ISGOTT, often lead to small but frequent releases.
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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