While on cargo watch, you notice one of the containers of Class 1 explosive materials has been damaged and some of the contents has leaked onto the deck. In accordance with U.S. regulations what actions must be taken?

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The Master must report the incident to the COTP as soon as practical

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Repairs can be made onboard by the crew as long as the vessel remains in port

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Contents may be set aside until it is convenient to offload them

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The incident must be reported to the stevedore and repairs can be done on the vessel

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