Tankerman · Safety — Smoking/Ignition
On a tank vessel handling flammable cargo, smoking and open flames are:
- AAllowed on the bridge wing
- BPermitted only in designated, controlled spaces away from the cargo area✓ Correct
- CAllowed anywhere when inerted
- DAllowed during topping off
Explanation
Smoking and naked lights are confined to designated safe spaces well away from the cargo area, and only when conditions permit. Control of all ignition sources (including unapproved electronics, lighters, and tools) is fundamental.
Authority: 46 CFR 35.30; ISGOTT (control of ignition sources)
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