🔍 Key Concepts

• 33 CFR Part 155 – Oil or Hazardous Material Pollution Prevention Regulations for Vessels • Requirements that must be in place before starting an oil transfer • Physical arrangements of hoses, couplings, and transfer equipment during oil transfer

💭 Think About

• Which option describes a condition that directly reduces the risk of spills during the transfer itself? • Look for the choice that is a continuous physical requirement during transfer operations, not a one‑time check or an unrelated safety precaution. • Which answer clearly relates to protecting the transfer equipment (especially connections) from damage or failure?

✅ Before You Answer

• Verify which requirement is explicitly tied to starting or conducting an oil transfer under 33 CFR, not just good practice. • Check which option deals specifically with mechanical integrity of the transfer hose and its fittings. • Confirm that the requirement you choose would be reasonable and practical to apply every time oil is transferred.