Question 4332 Deck General
70% to passWhen threatened with a severe storm while operating in 250 feet of water, the COASTAL DRILLER should be placed at an air gap of _______________.
A
35 feet
B
32 feet
C
30 feet
D
25 feet
AI Explanation
The correct answer is D) 25 feet. When a coastal driller is threatened by a severe storm while operating in 250 feet of water, it should be placed at an air gap of 25 feet. This is in accordance with the safety regulations for offshore drilling rigs, which require a minimum air gap of 25 feet between the deck of the rig and the water level to ensure stability and prevent damage from wave action during extreme weather conditions. The other options, such as 35 feet, 32 feet, and 30 feet, would not meet the minimum safety requirements and would leave the rig more vulnerable to the effects of the storm.
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