Question 5059Deck General70% to pass
The DEEP DRILLER suffers minor flooding of the starboard pump room while in transit. If both starboard bilge pumps fail to dewater the pump room, you may use _______________.
AI Explanation
The correct answer is D) starboard drill water pump.
In the event of minor flooding in a pump room where the bilge pumps have failed, the starboard drill water pump can be used as an emergency dewatering pump to remove the water. This is in accordance with standard operating procedures for managing flooding incidents on Coast Guard vessels.
The other options are incorrect because: A) starboard ballast pumps are not intended for dewatering; B) the saltwater service pump is not a suitable emergency dewatering pump; and C) the port ballast pumps and crossover system would not be the appropriate equipment to use in this starboard-side flooding scenario.
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