While discharging cargo, the cargo tank pressures are falling too low. What can the Cargo Officer do to correct the problem?
Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation
Correct Answer: Option D — All of the above.
Low cargo tank pressure during discharge risks structural collapse or vacuum damage. To mitigate this, the Cargo Officer can request vapor return from the terminal to replace displaced volume, slow the discharge rate to reduce the rate of volume expansion, or stop discharging entirely to stabilize pressures.
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