What must an OPS MAN say for the transfer operation to be valid?

• A. Transfer authorized
• B. All clear
• C. Examin ed by the Coast Guard
• D. Operations complete

Answer: (C)

The key requirement is formal regulatory validation by the Coast Guard. When the OPS MAN says the transfer has been examined by the Coast Guard, it means a official review has confirmed that the plan, equipment, procedures, and safety measures meet regulatory standards and that the transfer is allowed to proceed. This examination provides the necessary safety and compliance verification before the operation moves forward.

Simply saying the transfer is authorized or all clear doesn’t show that the required Coast Guard review has taken place, and calling the operation complete signals after the fact rather than validating it beforehand.