🔍 Key Concepts

• Manufacturer’s specifications and vessel documentation for maintenance and repairs • Importance of using new, correct gaskets for pressure integrity and safety • Why reusing or omitting gaskets can be dangerous in piping systems

💭 Think About

• When you are unsure about a specific material or part, what is the safest and most reliable source of information on a ship? • Think about which options involve following documented, engineered guidance versus improvising or reusing old parts. • Which choices could compromise the integrity of the joint or create a leak or failure under pressure?

✅ Before You Answer

• Identify which option refers to official written guidance (plans, drawings, manuals). • Eliminate any choices that involve reusing old gaskets or not using a gasket at all. • Consider which action best aligns with standard maintenance practice and safety procedures in the engine room.