Coast Guard Exams
Question 2247Deck General70% to pass

What must ocean going vessels of 100 GT to 400 GT be fitted with for oily mixtures?

AI Explanation
The correct answer is D) A fixed system to discharge oily mixtures to a reception facility. Vessels of 100 GT to 400 GT are required to be fitted with a fixed system to discharge oily mixtures to a reception facility, as per the International Convention for the Prevention of Pollution from Ships (MARPOL) Annex I regulations. This fixed system ensures that oily mixtures, such as bilge water or tank washings, are properly discharged and disposed of at a reception facility, rather than being discharged directly overboard. The other options are incorrect because A) a fixed system to discharge slops overboard is not permitted, B) a portable system is not required, and C) discharging slops overboard is not allowed for vessels in this tonnage range.

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