STCW Code Section A-VIII/2 Watchkeeping Quiz Set D

Source: STCW Code, Part A, Chapter VIII – Standards regarding watchkeeping, Section A-VIII/2 – Watchkeeping arrangements and principles to be observed.
Reference: imorules.com – Section A-VIII/2

9. Why shall the officer in charge of the deck watch in port be aware of the ship's stability condition?

A) To calculate the maximum permissible loading rate B) So that the shore fire-fighting authority may be advised of the approximate quantity of water that can be pumped on board without endangering the ship C) To determine the required number of mooring lines D) To decide whether tugs are needed for unberthing

STCW Code Section A-VIII/2 – Watchkeeping Arrangements and Principles to be Observed – Set D