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CHEMCO Exit Exam • Set 6 Question 9 of 30

How portable pumps are used?

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Direct Answer

Option D: When main pump is not working, the portable pump is used to transfer the cargo from this tank to another empty tank, where the main pump is working

Portable pumps are emergency equipment. When a main cargo pump fails, a portable pump can transfer cargo from the affected tank to another tank where the main pump is operational, facilitating cargo discharge or segregation, as per standard chemical tanker emergency procedures.

All Options

A
Potable pumps are used in parallel with the main Framo pump to discharge the tank in a short time
B
When main pump is not working, portable pumps are used to discharge the liquid cargo to the terminal
C
Potable pumps are used in series with the main Framo pump to discharge the tank with large pressure.
D
When main pump is not working, the portable pump is used to transfer the cargo from this tank to another empty tank, where the main pump is working (Correct Answer)
E
When main pump is not working, the portable pump is used to transfer the cargo from this tank to another tank, having the same cargo, where the main pump is working

Detailed Explanation & Context

Portable pumps are emergency equipment. When a main cargo pump fails, a portable pump can transfer cargo from the affected tank to another tank where the main pump is operational, facilitating cargo discharge or segregation, as per standard chemical tanker emergency procedures.

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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