USCG Exam PracticeEngine-room safety and hazardous materials
Per NAVEDTRA 14104 §1-1, what must an oncoming engineering watchstander do before formally assuming the watch?
- A. Sign the engineering log and notify the bridge
- ✓ Tour the space, verify actual machinery condition against the logs, and confirm all standing ordersCorrect
- C. Obtain written authorization from the chief engineer before entering the space
- D. Test all alarms and verify that the throttle station is manned
Why B is correct
NAVEDTRA 14104 §1-1 states that the oncoming watchstander must tour the space, check the actual condition of the machinery against the logs, and only then formally relieve. The watchstander must also be fully informed of plant lineup, equipment out of service, abnormal readings, and standing orders before assuming the watch.
Cited:NAVEDTRA 14104 §1-1