USCG Exam PracticeDeck equipment — winches, capstans, windlasses
According to federal regulations, how often must the winch control apparatus of a launching appliance — including motor controllers, emergency switches, master switches, and limit switches — be examined?
- ✓ Once every 3 monthsCorrect
- B. Once every 6 months
- C. Once every 12 months
- D. Once every 24 months
Why A is correct
46 CFR §185.724(a) requires each winch control apparatus of a launching appliance to be examined once in each 3-month period. The quarterly examination must also include removal of drain plugs and opening of drain valves to verify enclosures are free of water.
Cited:46 CFR §185.724