USCG Exam Practice · GPS and electronic navigation
According to 33 CFR §164.11, what action must be taken upon entering U.S. waters with respect to the steering equipment, unless an exception applies?
- AThe autopilot must be engaged and tested for proper tracking
- BThe steering wheel or lever on the navigating bridge must be operated to verify proper manual control✓ correct
- CAt least two steering-gear power units must be placed in simultaneous operation
- DThe gyrocompass error must be verified and applied before manual steering commences
Why B is correct
33 CFR §164.11(s) requires that upon entering U.S. waters, the steering wheel or lever on the navigating bridge be operated to determine if the steering equipment is operating properly under manual control, unless the vessel has been steered under manual control from the navigating bridge within the preceding 2 hours, or is operating on the Great Lakes and their connecting and tributary waters.
Cited:33 CFR §164.11
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