USCG Exam Practice · Drug testing — pre-employment, random, post-incident
A crewmember on an uninspected passenger vessel is not required to hold a USCG credential but is specifically assigned to assist in controlling the movement of passengers during emergencies. Is this individual subject to random drug testing under 46 CFR §16.230?
- ANo, because the individual does not hold a USCG credential.
- BNo, because uninspected vessels are exempt from random testing requirements.
- CYes, because the individual performs duties directly related to navigation.
- DYes, because individuals specifically assigned to assist or control passenger movement during emergencies on uninspected vessels are covered.✓ correct
Why D is correct
46 CFR §16.230(b)(4) explicitly includes crewmembers on uninspected vessels who are specifically assigned the duties of warning, mustering, assembling, assisting, or controlling the movement of passengers during emergencies, regardless of whether they hold a credential.
Cited:46 CFR §16.230
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