Tankerman · Safety — Smoking/Ignition
During cargo transfer of a flammable product, which is prohibited on deck and in way of the cargo area?
- AUse of approved intrinsically safe equipment
- BSmoking, open flames, and non-explosion-proof electrical/electronic devices✓ Correct
- CWearing cotton clothing
- DStanding the cargo watch
Explanation
Smoking, open flame, spark-producing tools, and unrated electronics are forbidden in the cargo area during transfer. Only intrinsically safe or explosion-proof equipment may be used where flammable vapor could be present.
Authority: Tank Vessel Operations (33 CFR 155/156)
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