Following a reportable marine casualty on a small passenger vessel, a crew member directly involved in the casualty refuses to submit to a chemical test when directed by the master. Under 46 CFR §185.210, what is the required action?

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A. The refusal must be noted in the Official Logbook if carried and in the written CG-2692 report, and is admissible as evidence in any administrative proceeding — 46 CFR §185.210(d) expressly states that a refusal to submit to or cooperate in a timely chemical test must be noted in the Official Logbook (if carried) and in the written CG-2692 report, and that such refusal is admissible as evidence in any administrative proceeding.

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B. The refusal voids any obligation to report that individual's involvement in the casualty

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C. The master must immediately detain the individual and contact the nearest Sector Office for further instructions

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D. The refusal must be noted only in the Official Logbook; it need not appear on Form CG-2692

Following a reportable marine casualty on a small passenger vessel, a crew member directly involved in the casualty refuses to submit to a chemical test when directed by the master. Under 46 CFR §185.210, what is the required action?

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