The DEEP DRILLER, loaded as shown in Sample Load Form #2 (Ballast to Survival), suffers major damage which results in flooding in tank 1S. Your best countermeasure is to __________.

Correct Answer: Option A — pump from 2S

Asymmetrical flooding in survival conditions compromises stability. Pumping ballast from tank 2S helps counteract the list and trim induced by damaged tank 1S, restoring transverse equilibrium in accordance with emergency ballasting protocols found in the MODU operating manual.