When fueling has been completed __________.
Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation
Correct Answer: Option A — all hatches should be opened and all compartments should be ventilated
Post-fueling procedures require opening all hatches and running ventilation systems to completely clear any fuel vapors that escaped during bunkering. Eliminating residual volatile gases before activating electrical systems or machinery prevents onboard explosions.
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