Question 3696 Deck General

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Power operated cranes used on a MODU must not be powered by _______________.

A electric motors
B chargeable batteries
C diesel engines
D gasoline engines
AI Explanation

The correct answer is D) gasoline engines. Power-operated cranes used on a Mobile Offshore Drilling Unit (MODU) must not be powered by gasoline engines, as this would pose a significant fire and explosion hazard in the offshore environment. Regulations require that such cranes be powered by either electric motors or diesel engines, which are less prone to ignition risks. The use of chargeable batteries is also acceptable, as they do not present the same flammability concerns as gasoline-powered systems.

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