🔍 Key Concepts

• 46 CFR requirements for fuel oil systems and fire safety drills • Purpose of a remote emergency shutdown for fuel oil service pumps • How often operational tests are typically tied to drills vs. inspections

💭 Think About

• Think about when the crew would realistically practice using the remote cutout so everyone knows how to operate it in an emergency. • Ask yourself which option best supports both safety and familiarity with the system, not just paperwork compliance. • Consider which of these intervals is commonly used in 46 CFR for testing emergency controls and alarms.

✅ Before You Answer

• Verify which events explicitly require operational tests of emergency shutdowns in 46 CFR, not just visual checks. • Check whether the regulation ties this test to routine operational drills, voyage preparations, or formal Coast Guard inspections. • Confirm that the chosen interval is frequent enough to maintain crew proficiency but still consistent with typical regulatory language in 46 CFR.