Question 10 of 30
Standard structural and operational precautions to prevent accidental oil pollution on a vessel include:
A
Executing transfer and discharge of oil cargo strictly as per the vessel's manuals
B
Regular visual inspections of oil pipelines, associated valves, and manifold structures
C
Regular training of the crew via oil pollution response and SOPEP drills
D
All of the above
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Answer & Explanation
The correct answer is Option D: All of the above.
A comprehensive approach to pollution prevention includes procedural compliance, proactive maintenance of transfer infrastructure, and the continuous drilling of the crew in SOPEP (Shipboard Oil Pollution Emergency Plan) to ensure a rapid, correct response.