Referring to Coast Guard Regulations (46 CFR), what statement is true concerning an emergency bilge suction for a cargo vessel over 180 feet in length?
• 46 CFR requirements for bilge systems on cargo vessels over 180 ft • How an emergency bilge suction is arranged relative to the main bilge system • Which pump (by size and function) is normally designated for emergency bilge suction in the machinery space
• Look for the option that describes using a pump that will still be available if the normal bilge system fails or is damaged. • Ask yourself: does the regulation favor the largest pump or just any pump, and can it be the same pump already required for the bilge system? • Consider why an emergency bilge suction exists: what flooding scenario in the engine room are the regulations trying to address?
• Verify in 46 CFR Part 56/Part 32 (piping and bilge systems for cargo vessels) which pump is specifically mentioned for emergency bilge suction. • Check whether the regulation allows using the same pump required for the main bilge system or requires a different pump. • Confirm if there is any exemption from emergency bilge suction for cargo vessels over 180 feet, or if it is explicitly required.
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