USCG Exam PracticeMan overboard (MOB) recovery procedures
Under 46 CFR §185.520, a rescue boat required by §180.210 must be launched with its assigned crew and maneuvered in the water as if during an actual man overboard situation at what minimum frequency?
- ✓ Once each month if reasonable and practicable, but at least once within a 3-month period before the vessel gets underway with passengersCorrect
- B. Once each month without exception
- C. Once every three months without exception
- D. Once every six months or before each new season of operation
Why A is correct
46 CFR §185.520(d) requires the rescue boat to be launched and maneuvered once each month if reasonable and practicable, but at a minimum once within a 3-month period before the vessel gets underway with passengers. Both conditions apply together.
Cited:46 CFR §185.520