USCG Exam PracticeMarine casualty reporting (CG-2692)
For a marine casualty required to be reported under 46 CFR §185.202, the master determines that a crew member directly involved in the casualty refused to submit to a chemical test when directed by a Coast Guard petty officer. What is the required action regarding this refusal?
- A. The refusal need not be documented because chemical testing is voluntary.
- ✓ The refusal must be noted in the Official Logbook, if carried, and in the written report on Form CG-2692, and is admissible as evidence in administrative proceedings.Correct
- C. The refusal must be reported only to the underwriter of primary insurance within 30 days.
- D. The master must immediately relieve the crew member of duties but is not required to document the refusal.
Why B is correct
46 CFR §185.210(d) specifically requires that a refusal to submit to or cooperate in a timely chemical test, when directed by a Coast Guard commissioned, warrant, or petty officer, be noted in the Official Logbook (if carried) and in the written report on Form CG-2692, and states that such refusal is admissible as evidence in any administrative proceeding.
Cited:46 CFR §185.210