Which document is the primary directive for Coast Guard fueling operations?

• A. Coast Guard Fueling Procedure Manual
• B. CGTO PG-85-00-170-A
• C. Coast Guard Fueling Regulation
• D. CG-41 Directive

Answer: (B)

The binding document for Coast Guard fueling operations is the Coast Guard Technical Order CGTO PG-85-00-170-A. Technical orders establish the mandatory procedures and safety requirements crews must follow during field operations, making them the primary directive for how fueling is conducted. This specific technical order lays out the exact fueling steps, safety measures (such as grounding and bonding, ignition controls), equipment use, fuel compatibility, spill prevention, and reporting requirements. Because it is a technical order, it takes precedence over manuals or broader regulations; those documents may describe policies or provide supplementary details, but they do not override the procedural instructions in this order. In practice, fueling personnel reference this document to perform fueling correctly, ensuring consistency and safety across all units.