USCG Exam Practice · Twin-screw vessel handling
Under 33 CFR §164.11, upon entering U.S. waters, the master must ensure the steering wheel or lever on the navigating bridge is operated to verify proper manual steering control, UNLESS which of the following conditions applies?
- AThe vessel has been steered under manual control from the navigating bridge within the preceding 4 hours
- BThe vessel has been steered under manual control from the navigating bridge within the preceding 2 hours, or the vessel is operating on the Great Lakes and their connecting and tributary waters✓ correct
- CThe vessel has been steered under autopilot within the preceding 2 hours
- DThe vessel has been steered under manual control from the navigating bridge within the preceding 2 hours, regardless of operating area
Why B is correct
33 CFR §164.11(s) requires the manual steering check upon entering U.S. waters, but provides two exceptions: (1) the vessel has been steered under manual control from the navigating bridge within the preceding 2 hours, or (2) the vessel is operating on the Great Lakes and their connecting and tributary waters.
Cited:33 CFR §164.11
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