Question 23General Subjects - 1st Asst/Chief70% to pass
The aft starboard bilge well is clogged, and back flushing has not been successful. The next practical solution would be to _______________.
AI Explanation
The correct answer is C) properly and safely empty the well with a portable pump then manually muck it out.
This is the correct answer because the proper and safe way to clear a clogged bilge well is to first pump out the contents, then manually remove any debris or blockage. Introducing fuel oil or changing the ship's trim are not recommended solutions, as they could potentially create other issues or safety hazards. Pumping out the bilge well and manually clearing the blockage is the most practical and appropriate solution in this situation.
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#21 Accidental flooding of the engine room bilges through the bilge system is prevented by _______________.#22 As routine maintenance, the bilge manifold valves are periodically removed and examined. Prior to re-securing the valve bonnets, the valve _______________.#24 The bilge system has been performing well; however, the aft starboard engine room bilge well suddenly fails to be pumped out. Which of the following should be done first to determine the cause? #25 You are unable to pump out the aft starboard engine room bilge well that is fouled, with one foot of water over the top of the bilge well, what action should be carried out? #26 If one of the bilge system manifold valves does not properly seat, the _______________.