Question 793 Deck General

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No hot work shall be performed on board a vessel with hazardous materials as cargo unless the work is approved by the _______________.

A National Cargo Bureau
B local U.S. Coast Guard Captain of the Port
C harbormaster
D American Bureau of Shipping
AI Explanation

The correct answer is B) the local U.S. Coast Guard Captain of the Port. The reason this is the correct answer is that the U.S. Coast Guard, through the local Captain of the Port, has the authority to regulate and approve any "hot work" (such as welding, burning, or other activities that could create a spark or flame) conducted on vessels carrying hazardous materials as cargo. This is to ensure proper safety precautions are in place to prevent fires or explosions. The other choices, such as the National Cargo Bureau, harbormaster, or American Bureau of Shipping, do not have the same regulatory authority over hot work on vessels with hazardous cargoes.

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