USCG Exam PracticeTides and currents — predictions and corrections
According to 46 CFR §185.304, masters of vessels not greater than 65 feet in length are required to have which of the following available while underway?
- A. A paper copy of the current tide tables for the area of operation
- ✓ Means satisfactory to the OCMI to obtain or monitor the latest marine broadcastCorrect
- C. A functioning radar set capable of detecting contacts at a minimum of 3 nautical miles
- D. A licensed mate on watch whenever the vessel is transiting a tidal waterway
Why B is correct
46 CFR §185.304(b) requires that masters of vessels not greater than 65 ft (19.8 m) in length must have means available, satisfactory to the OCMI, to obtain or monitor the latest marine broadcast. The regulation does not specify tide tables, radar range, or a licensed mate watch requirement in this paragraph.
Cited:46 CFR §185.304