USCG Exam Practice · Line handling and mooring
Under 46 CFR §184.300, who must approve the ground tackle and mooring lines fitted on a small passenger vessel?
- AThe vessel's classification society
- BThe cognizant Officer in Charge, Marine Inspection (OCMI)✓ correct
- CThe National Maritime Center (NMC)
- DThe vessel's owner or operator
Why B is correct
46 CFR §184.300 states that ground tackle and mooring lines must be satisfactory for the size of the vessel and the waters on which it operates, subject to the approval of the cognizant OCMI.
Cited:46 CFR §184.300
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