(1) The Master of an oil vessel which has completed discharging flammable liquid in bulk, must ensure that the connection or connections to the shore pipeline must not be broken until the pipeline for its whole length has been completely and satisfactorily cleared of all flammable liquid, and the Marine Manager approves the breaking of the pipeline.

(2) Immediately discharge of the flammable liquid is suspended or completed, the Master must ensure that all lids, screw caps, or other coverings must be replaced, securely fastened down and made gas tight.

(3) A Master of an oil vessel who contravenes this by-law commits an offence.