Tankerman · Hoses & Connections
A cargo transfer hose must be marked or certified and tested; the maximum allowable working pressure must be:
- ALower than the relief valve setting only
- BEqual to the tank test pressure
- CIgnored if the hose looks new
- DAt least equal to the maximum pressure to which the hose will be subjected during transfer✓ Correct
Explanation
Hoses must have a maximum allowable working pressure not less than the maximum pressure they will see in service, be in good condition, properly supported, and periodically pressure-tested and marked.
Authority: 33 CFR 154.500 / 156; OCIMF hose guidelines
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