GASCO Exit Exam • Set 9 Question 2 of 30
During a fully loaded passage, cold spots are beyond control. It is confirmed that it is unsafe to delay discharge of cargo from the damaged cargo tank. What is the action to be taken?
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Direct Answer
Option A: To jettison the cargo via the emergency discharge connection
The correct answer is To jettison the cargo via the emergency discharge connection. This complies with established gas tanker operational standards, thermodynamics, and the IGC Code safety requirements.
All Options
A
To jettison the cargo via the emergency discharge connection
(Correct Answer)
B
To discharge all the cargo to nearby ballast tank
C
To transfer cargo of the affected tank to other fully loaded tanks
D
To vent out all the cargo via vapor header mast riser
Detailed Explanation & Context
The correct answer is To jettison the cargo via the emergency discharge connection. This complies with established gas tanker operational standards, thermodynamics, and the IGC Code safety requirements.
Relevant Framework: STCW 2010 Manila Amendments • DG Shipping E-Learning & Exit Exam Standards • Advanced Training for Liquefied Gas Tanker Cargo Operations (GASCO).
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