USCG Exam PracticeEmergency duties — MOB, towing, and care of survivors
According to 46 CFR §28.270, which of the following will satisfy the requirement for instruction but NOT the requirement for drills?
- A. Conducting on-board exercises with all individuals participating and using emergency equipment
- ✓ Viewing videotapes on the required contingencies followed by a discussion led by a knowledgeable individualCorrect
- C. Conducting a tabletop exercise on board the vessel with the master present
- D. Providing written handouts covering all contingencies listed in §28.270(a)
Why B is correct
46 CFR §28.270(d) explicitly states that viewing videotapes on the required contingencies followed by a discussion led by a knowledgeable individual satisfies the instruction requirement but not the drill requirement or the safety orientation requirement.
Cited:46 CFR §28.270