USCG Exam PracticeFirefighting, damage control, and emergency response
Under 46 CFR §185.420, how frequently must each crew member receive emergency training at minimum after initial instruction?
- ✓ At least once every three monthsCorrect
- B. At least once every six months
- C. At least once per year
- D. At least once every month
Why A is correct
46 CFR §185.420(a) requires the owner, charterer, master, or managing operator to instruct each crew member upon first employment and at least once every three months thereafter regarding emergency duties. Monthly egress training is a separate additional requirement for certain vessels under §185.420(b)(3).
Cited:46 CFR §185.420