USCG Exam PracticeHypothermia and cold-water survival
A documented commercial fishing vessel operating beyond 50 miles of the coastline is required to carry which survival craft under 46 CFR §28.120?
- A. Inflatable buoyant apparatus
- B. Life float
- C. Inflatable liferaft with SOLAS B pack
- ✓ Inflatable liferaft with SOLAS A packCorrect
Why D is correct
Table 28.120(a) of 46 CFR §28.120 requires all documented vessels operating beyond 50 miles of the coastline to carry an inflatable liferaft with a SOLAS A pack. The SOLAS B pack is required only for the 20–50 mile zone in cold water.
Cited:46 CFR §28.120