USCG Exam PracticeAB watchkeeping and helm commands
When a helmsman receives the order 'right standard rudder,' what is the correct sequence of actions?
- A. Execute the order, then repeat it back, then report completion.
- ✓ Repeat the order back verbatim, execute it, then report completion.Correct
- C. Acknowledge with 'aye aye,' execute the order, and remain silent unless asked.
- D. Report the current rudder angle, then execute the order, then repeat it back.
Why B is correct
NAVEDTRA 14067 §1-2 specifies the disciplined cycle: repeat the order back verbatim to confirm it was heard correctly, carry it out, then report when it has been executed (e.g., 'my rudder is right standard'). Executing before repeating back defeats the error-prevention purpose of the cycle.
Cited:NAVEDTRA 14067 §1-2