Coast Guard Exams
Question 2785Deck General70% to pass

The Certificate of Inspection for your tankship authorizes the carriage of grade A and lower products. Which chemical may NOT be carried unless it is specifically endorsed on the Certificate of Inspection?

AI Explanation
The correct answer is A) Vinyl acetate. The Certificate of Inspection for a tankship authorizes the carriage of specific cargoes based on the vessel's design and construction. Grade A and lower products generally refer to flammable liquids. Vinyl acetate is a chemical that is not considered a Grade A or lower product, and therefore cannot be carried unless it is specifically endorsed on the Certificate of Inspection. The other options (B, C, D) are likely Grade A or lower products that could be carried on a tankship with the appropriate endorsement on the Certificate of Inspection.

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