USCG Exam PracticeFirefighting, damage control, and emergency response
Under 33 CFR §164.51, in an emergency a person may deviate from the navigation rules in that part to what extent?
- A. To any extent, provided the deviation is logged and reported within 24 hours
- B. Only to the extent authorized in writing by the cognizant OCMI
- ✓ To the extent necessary to avoid endangering persons, property, or the environmentCorrect
- D. To the extent necessary to avoid endangering persons only, not property or the environment
Why C is correct
33 CFR §164.51 permits deviation from the rules in that part to the extent necessary to avoid endangering persons, property, or the environment. No prior authorization or logging requirement is stated, and the protection extends to property and the environment, not persons alone.
Cited:33 CFR §164.51