Which SOLAS part covers the construction and equipment of ships carrying dangerous liquid chemicals in bulk?

• A. SOLAS chapter VII part B
• B. SOLAS chapter VII part A
• C. SOLAS chapter VI part C
• D. SOLAS chapter VIII

Answer: (A)

The test is about where SOLAS assigns the rules for ships carrying dangerous liquid chemicals in bulk. SOLAS Chapter VII governs the carriage of dangerous goods by sea, and within that chapter, the section that covers ships carrying dangerous goods in bulk sets the construction and equipment standards for those ships. This focus ensures bulk liquid cargo ships are built and equipped to safely handle and contain hazardous cargo, with appropriate tank design, segregation, ventilation, fire protection, pumping and piping, and corrosion prevention. The other chapters or parts address different aspects of ship safety and do not specifically establish the construction and equipment requirements for bulk dangerous liquid cargo ships.