USCG Exam Practice · Marine casualty reporting (CG-2692)
For a marine casualty required to be reported under 46 CFR §185.202, the master must determine whether there is evidence of alcohol or drug use by individuals directly involved. If evidence of intoxication is obtained, what additional step is required?
- AThe individual must be immediately removed from the vessel.
- BAn entry must be made in the Official Logbook, the individual must be informed of the entry, and the entry must be witnessed by a second person.✓ correct
- CThe master must contact the nearest Coast Guard Sector Office before making any logbook entry.
- DA separate written statement signed by the individual must be attached to Form CG-2692.
Why B is correct
46 CFR §185.210(c) requires that an entry be made in the Official Logbook (if carried) for individuals for whom evidence of intoxication is obtained, that the individual be informed of the entry, and that the entry be witnessed by a second person.
Cited:46 CFR §185.210
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