Tankerman · Transfer — Emergency Shutdown
An emergency shutdown (ESD) system on a transfer is designed to:
- AIncrease the transfer rate when activated
- BStop the flow of cargo quickly and safely from either ship or shore✓ Correct
- CSound the general alarm only
- DOpen all cargo valves
Explanation
Either party must be able to actuate an ESD to halt the transfer rapidly. Closing valves too fast, however, can cause a pressure surge, so ESD valve timing is coordinated with the agreed maximum transfer rate.
Authority: Tank Vessel Operations — Emergency Shutdown
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