Question 1053 Deck General

The correct answer is B) readily accessible gastight glands shall be provided where cargo pump shafts on tankers pierce bulkheads. This requirement is outlined in U.S. Coast Guard regulations to ensure the integrity of the bulkhead and prevent the release of cargo or vapors. Gastight glands create a seal around the shaft, maintaining the bulkhead's gas-tight integrity. This is necessary for the safe containment and handling of hazardous cargo on tankers. The other options are incorrect because: A) a pressure gauge is not required, B) is the correct answer, C) compressed air is not the primary means of cargo discharge, and D) continuous suction with power ventilation is not the required approach.