USCG Exam Practice · Chemical testing after a marine casualty
Before a crewmember who has failed a required chemical drug test may return to work aboard a vessel, which of the following conditions must be met?
- AThe individual must complete a 30-day inpatient rehabilitation program approved by the USCG
- BThe MRO must determine the individual is drug-free and the risk of subsequent use is sufficiently low, and the individual must agree to increased unannounced testing✓ correct
- CThe individual must obtain a new credential from the National Maritime Center before returning to any vessel duties
- DThe individual must pass two consecutive negative drug tests administered 90 days apart
Why B is correct
46 CFR §16.201(f) requires the MRO to determine the individual is drug-free and that the risk of subsequent use is sufficiently low, and the individual must agree to increased unannounced testing for a minimum of six tests in the first year and for any additional period determined by the MRO up to 60 months total.
Cited:46 CFR §16.201
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