A safe fuel system must __________.
Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation
Correct Answer: Option B — be liquid- and vapor-tight
Title 46 CFR mandates that marine fuel systems remain strictly liquid- and vapor-tight to prevent flammable fluids or explosive vapors from leaking into machinery spaces. Maintaining boundary integrity is vital for fire prevention and vessel safety compliance.
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