Coast Guard Exams
Question 3607Deck General70% to pass

Prior to burning or welding on a fuel tank on a MODU, regulations require that an inspection be made. An entry in the unofficial logbook is required if this inspection is made by _______________.

AI Explanation
The correct answer is C) the Master or person in charge of the MODU. Prior to burning or welding on a fuel tank on a Mobile Offshore Drilling Unit (MODU), regulations require that an inspection be made to ensure the area is safe for hot work. If this inspection is performed by the Master or person in charge of the MODU, then an entry in the unofficial logbook is required. This requirement is specified in the regulations to ensure proper documentation and safety procedures are followed. The other options are incorrect because: A) the National Fire Protection Association is not responsible for inspections on MODUs, B) a marine chemist is not necessarily required to perform this inspection, and D) the Officer in Charge, Marine Inspection would not be making the actual inspection on the MODU.

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