USCG Exam Practice · Visual distress signals — flares, smoke, hand-held
A vessel operator uses a red parachute flare during a Fourth of July celebration to entertain passengers. This action is:
- APermissible if the vessel is underway at the time
- BPermissible if the operator notifies the Coast Guard in advance
- CProhibited under federal regulations✓ correct
- DPermissible if the flare is fired over open water away from other vessels
Why C is correct
33 CFR §87.02 prohibits the use or exhibition of any distress signal except for the purpose of indicating distress and need of assistance. No exception exists for entertainment, advance notification, or location of use.
Cited:33 CFR §87.02
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