USCG Exam PracticeAbandon ship procedures and life rafts
Under 46 CFR Subchapter T, how must abandon ship and man overboard drills be documented?
- ✓ Logged in the vessel's deck log with the date and a general description of the drill scenario and training topicsCorrect
- B. Submitted to the nearest OCMI within 24 hours of the drill
- C. Posted on the vessel's muster list for passenger review
- D. Recorded only if the drill reveals a deficiency in equipment or crew performance
Why A is correct
46 CFR §185.520(f) requires abandon ship and man overboard drills and training to be logged or otherwise documented for Coast Guard review upon request, and the entry must include the date of the drill and a general description of the drill scenario and training topics.
Cited:46 CFR §185.520