USCG Exam Practice · Man overboard (MOB) recovery procedures
According to the emergency instructions required under 46 CFR §28.265, what is the FIRST action to take when an individual falls overboard?
- APost a lookout to keep the individual in sight
- BLaunch the rescue boat immediately
- CThrow a ring life buoy as close to the individual as possible✓ correct
- DNotify the Coast Guard by radio
Why C is correct
46 CFR §28.265(d)(8)(i) lists throwing a ring life buoy as close to the individual as possible as the first prescribed action in a man overboard event. Posting a lookout is the second step per §28.265(d)(8)(ii).
Cited:46 CFR §28.265
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