What is a chicksan used for?

• A. Loading liquid bulk cargos on tankers
• B. Securing containers during transit
• C. Measuring cargo temperature
• D. Repairing hulls at sea

Answer: (A)

A chicksan is a flexible transfer hose used in tanker operations to move liquid cargo between the ship and shore facilities or another vessel. It connects the ship’s cargo system to a shore pipeline (or another ship) to enable loading or discharge of liquid bulk cargo safely and efficiently. That operational role—facilitating the physical transfer of liquids during loading and unloading—is why it is used for loading liquid bulk cargos on tankers. It isn’t a tool for securing containers, measuring cargo temperature, or repairing hulls.