STCW Basic Training For Oil And Chemical Tanker Cargo Operations (Tanker Familiarization)

In tanker cargo operations, what is the main objective of 'stripping' a cargo tank?

To remove the last remaining cargo residue after main pumps lose suction. To apply a protective anti-corrosive coating to the tank's internal surfaces. To test the integrity of the cargo piping system using low-pressure air. To introduce the initial layer of inert gas into the tank before loading.

Correct Answer:

To remove the last remaining cargo residue after main pumps lose suction.

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