Tankerman · Transfer — Records
Transfer-related records such as the signed DOI must be retained aboard the vessel for:
- ANo required period
- BOnly until the vessel leaves port
- CTen years minimum
- DAt least the period set by regulation (one month) and made available to the Coast Guard on request✓ Correct
Explanation
The signed DOI must be kept aboard for the regulatory retention period (one month) and produced for the Coast Guard on request, documenting that the transfer met the required readiness checks.
Authority: 33 CFR 156.150 (Declaration of Inspection retention)
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