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Q8. During bunkering operations, a section of deck bunker line starts leaking fuel oil from a pinhole at the mid-section of the pipe.

(a) As Chief Engineer Officer, state the immediate actions to be taken to avoid a potential pollution incident; (4)

(b) Explain how a permanent repair could be made, stating any precautions to be taken and any further inspections that would be required. (6)