USCG Exam Practice · Chemical testing after a marine casualty
Under 46 CFR, which substances are included in the mandatory drug test panel for each specimen collected from a credentialed mariner?
- AMarijuana, cocaine, opiates, PCP, and amphetamines✓ correct
- BMarijuana, cocaine, opiates, PCP, and barbiturates
- CMarijuana, cocaine, heroin, PCP, and methamphetamine
- DMarijuana, cocaine, opiates, benzodiazepines, and amphetamines
Why A is correct
46 CFR §16.113(b) specifies exactly five substances: marijuana, cocaine, opiates, phencyclidine (PCP), and amphetamines. Barbiturates and benzodiazepines are not listed in the mandated panel.
Cited:46 CFR §16.113
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