USCG Exam PracticeChemical testing after a marine casualty
Following a serious marine incident, who bears responsibility for ensuring that all persons directly involved are chemically tested for dangerous drugs and alcohol?
- A. The nearest Coast Guard Officer in Charge, Marine Inspection (OCMI)
- B. The Medical Review Officer (MRO) assigned to the vessel
- ✓ The marine employerCorrect
- D. The master of the vessel acting independently of the employer
Why C is correct
46 CFR §16.240 places the obligation squarely on the marine employer to ensure that all persons directly involved in a serious marine incident are chemically tested in accordance with 46 CFR 4.06. The OCMI and MRO have separate, distinct roles and are not assigned this affirmative duty under §16.240.
Cited:46 CFR §16.240