Ship Operations. Test 8

Why is it important to perform line displacement prior to commence discharge?

Push shore line content to shore tank or compare the ship's/shore flow measurements.
Avoid cargo contamination
Check if shore lines are full
USCG requirements only

During a ship to ship cargo transfer operation, if an electrical storm enters the area, it is recommended to:

Continue transfer provided both vessels tanks are properly inerted.
Suspend all cargo transfer operations and close vents valves from the cargo system.
Continue cargo transfer but increase fire prepardness on deck.
Slow down the cargo transfer rate.

Which of these steps (in shut-down procedure) shall be executed last?

Why is it necessary to drain all cargo lines to shore after discharge?

Why is it important to check ullages frequently during loaded passage?

What is the correct procedure when transferring of oil cargo is necessary?

Obtain permission from charters and note procedures in oil record book and deck log
Only 5% cargo permitted to transfer.
Ensure the vessel is even keel on arrival port
Ensure safe ballast condition

What does it mean if the capacity to a centrifugal pump is given from the manufacturer to be for example 4000m3/h at 120mlc.

What is the advantage by using Vacuum-Strip-System during COW?

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